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When Yuan Pengnian, the head of the Ministry of Etiquette, heard Uncle Yongning ask about his future, he felt excited. He stood up and knelt down and said, "Peng Nian got to meet Uncle Yong. It is really a blessing from our ancestors. It is a blessing to have met Uncle Yongning. Peng Nian is even more grateful for the kindness of Uncle Yongning." It’s unforgettable, and I am willing to drive for my uncle in this life until death!”

Yongning Bo Zhang Cheng sat on the big chair and looked at Yuan Pengnian who was kneeling on the ground. He saw that he was excited and showed no pretense. He was completely expressing his true feelings, but his words also aroused goosebumps all over his body. .

Yuan Pengnian's very straightforward way of expressing his position led everyone. They knelt down in front of Zhang Cheng one by one and expressed their loyalty loudly. Everyone said that if they meet the Lord, they will do their best to be loyal.

Yu Shangyou, the censor, is now very prosperous and very effective in the circle of public officials in the capital. He is equivalent to the role of Yong Ningbo's agent among the public officials in the capital. Moreover, this time he impeached Zhang Cheng wildly, which also made Emperor Chongzhen look at him differently. , and has no intention of being transferred elsewhere for the time being.

As the saying goes, "You are rich only if you have money"!
Yu Shangyou is currently responsible for liaising with the officials in Beijing for Zhang Cheng, and he has a large amount of funds for activities. Because he is generous and knows the situation of the officials of the imperial censor very well, he always provides help in times of need, saving up for him. Great connections.

So he has no intention of moving the place for the time being.

However, Yuan Pengnian, the head of the Ministry of Rites, Wang Tiaoding, the head of the Official Affairs Department of the Ministry of War, and Ma Jiazhi, the head of the Henan Qingli Department of the Ministry of Household, are very eager to go further.

Wang Tiaoding asked on the spot if he could take him along with him when he went to Henan Province to suppress bandits, so that he could follow Yongning Bo to gain some military exploits as capital for future advancement.

Ma Jiazhi also expressed this idea without hesitation. He is currently the head of the Henan Cleaning Department of the Ministry of Household Affairs and can accompany the army to Kaifeng. It is his duty to raise food and pay for the army of suppressing thieves and ensure logistics.

Only Liang Yuming, who has experience in the General Administration Department, is relatively satisfied with his current position. Of course, he may also be retreating in order to advance. After all, as long as these people do their jobs well, Zhang Cheng will definitely pull them to make progress together in the future.

After all, Yong Ningbo had spent great efforts to gather these people and spent money to help them get promoted. He did not use it as decoration, but wanted them to repay him.

And at the right time, they will naturally be placed in various key departments, so why rush it?

"I feel very comforted that you have the ambition to make progress. I will not forget that I recognized talents with a keen eye and promoted you to your current position."

Yongning Bo Zhang Cheng looked at a few people and continued: "The Henan Province is suppressing bandits. The soldiers are fierce and dangerous. The success or failure is unknown. Life and death are also unpredictable. It is really a blessing for the country that you have such a heart. Your Majesty Fortunately. I can't bear to see loyal ministers and talented people being buried. If there is an opportunity, I will definitely recommend talented people to the country and recommend talented people to the emperor."

Everyone was happy to receive Zhang Cheng's approval.

Next, they talked about some miscellaneous matters in the capital. Lieutenant Commander Zhang Chengfang came to report. It turned out that Liu Shizun, deputy general of Xuanwu Battalion, led the front, rear and left infantry of the battalion to the outside of Changping City.

Its leader, Li Jiyu, met Lin Fangping, the deputy general of the Weiyuan Battalion who was cutting off the rear of the silver car, on the way. The two of them traveled together to protect the convoy and were expected to arrive in the afternoon tomorrow.

In fact, Li Jiyu didn't want to come to Changping as soon as possible and report to Yong Ningbo, but who made him meet Lin Fangping, Yong Ningbo's former military officer, he was a direct descendant of the direct lineage!

Even in the current Weiyuan Battalion, Wu Zhizhong only serves as the commander-in-chief. Most of the camp's military affairs are handled by the first deputy general Lin Fangping, while the second deputy general Xu Jinyong is only responsible for specific matters such as the training of each battalion.

Li Jiyu naturally wanted to make good friends with those close to Uncle Yongning.

Although he is a favored bandit, he is also very sensible. He knows that although he is accepted by Yongning Bo and appears to be a core military commander in Yongning Bo's tent, he is not as good as Lin Fangping and others. Compared, the gap is still very obvious.

Because of this, he always strives to be first, just to show off his loyalty in front of Uncle Yongning.

In addition, Zhang Chengfang also brought back news that Niu Sheng, the boss of Yuan Longchang Carriage and Horse Racing Shop, was back.

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We are still on the second floor of Qiao Tower, but Zhang Ruoqi, Yu Shangyou and others have already retired, and now the seats are filled with people around Yong Ningbo.

Zhang Guangda, the commander of Zhuque Camp, deputy generals Xiang Jinbao and Wang Tieren, deputy generals of Xuanwu Camp Liu Shizun, Wang Yuanjing, Sun Shixiang, Liu Chengzu, Yuan Longchang Niu Sheng, Tongchun Tower Wang Zhaozheng, and Honglu Temple Si Cheng Lu Dachun.

The general of the town, Fu He Biao, and the deputy general of the Tengshe Battalion, Xu Jinyong, were on duty tonight, inspecting the garrison of each battalion inside and outside Changping, but they did not rush back to meet everyone.

Everyone chatted for a while first, nothing more than telling each other what happened around them.

Although Lu Dachun's identity was inconspicuous, he relied on the convenience of "money to open the way" and his ability to speak well, and he was able to pass through the sieve of every famous official in the capital.

The "List of Gentlemen in Beijing" was a great gift he presented to Uncle Yongning, and it was also the first report card he gave to Uncle Yongning.

It records the names, place of origin, and preferences of all officials and gentry in Beijing, as well as their wives and children, as well as their various relationships with fellow townspeople, classmates, and classmates.

Of course, after all, time was still short, and there was no more effective reconnaissance method. Lu Dachun only relied on his clever words and through relationship-building relationships to extract such detailed information from the mouths of new friends. information is already very difficult.

Moreover, Niu Sheng, Wang Zhaozheng, Yu Shangyou and others have also confirmed most of the information on officials and gentry in this "Directory of Jin Gentry" through their own methods, and it can be said that it is basically true.

Uncle Yong Ning also spoke very highly of Lu Dachun's work achievements, but what shocked Lu Dachun was that Uncle Yong Ning was not prepared to keep this "Directory of Jin Gentry in Beijing" privately.

It turned out that Zhang Cheng wanted to reprint the "List of Jin Gentlemen" and sell it outside. He vaguely remembered that he had seen such a plot in a TV series before traveling through time.

It seems that at the end of the Qing Dynasty, there was a Nanzhi shop called "Rongbaozhai" in Beijing at that time. Due to poor management, it almost closed down. However, it seems that it relied on the production of "Jin Shen Lu" to survive to this day.

"Uncle, do you want to publish a 'Directory of Jin Gentry'?"

Looking at the surprised Lu Dachun, Uncle Yongning remained calm and comforted him with gentle words: "This list is very detailed and includes all officials in Beijing, no matter how big or small their positions are, and there are no omissions. It can be said to be all-inclusive, which shows that Thank you for your hard work and hard work during this time."

However, when he said this, the topic suddenly changed: "However, the purpose of this list is not private. What can I do if I keep it alone? Could it be that I have to read it morning and night to know the positions of various officials in Beijing? What does it matter?"

When everyone heard this, they became more and more puzzled. Counselor Sun Shixiang asked: "May I ask my uncle, this 'Jin Shen Lu' was not easy to obtain. It was the diligent work of Lu Sicheng during his years. It is reasonable to keep it for private use. Why do you want to publish it and make it known to everyone?"

"You all regard this directory as a treasure, but in our hands, it has limited use. It would be more practical to exchange it for some silver."

Looking at the people who were deep in thought, Zhang Cheng asked patiently: "Just think about it, what would be the use of this directory if you had it in hand?"

"If I have this directory, I will know the complicated relationships among the officials in Beijing. I can look for those people who have no obvious official rank but have deep relationships in advance and burn their cold stoves in advance for future use." Wang Yuanjing said. one reacted.

Liu Shizun, deputy general of the Xuanwu Camp, also said: "Also...you can use this list to see who are fellow villagers...who are of the same age...who are your fellow sects...so as not to worship the wrong sect or speak the wrong words." Then..." Wang Zhaozheng also put forward his own opinion: "It is also very useful for various shops. You can use this to know the preferences and relationships of officials at key links. In this way, you can find ways to open up relationships. .”

"In a word, this 'Jin Shen Lu' is of great use to officials, businessmen, and the people!"

Finally, Prime Minister Sun made a conclusion. Indeed, as he said, the contents recorded in this "Jin Shen Lu" will be of great use to everyone in the Ming Dynasty.

"The 'Jin Shen Lu' existed in the previous dynasty. It was not a rare thing. It is reported that it was also published during the Jiajing and Wanli years."

Under the attention of everyone, Hu Yiwen, the military counselor, continued: "It's just that the things recorded in this directory are very time-sensitive, and changes in officials happen from time to time, sometimes even several times a year. It is for this reason that as the As time goes by, the value of this list will be greatly reduced until it is worthless.”

This Hu Yiwen was the leader among the local scholars in Xuanfu recommended by Prime Minister Sun. He had a clear face and looked young. Although he was not calm and sophisticated, he was full of bookishness.

Although Hu Yiwen is not very young, as Sun Shixiang said, Bo Wen's memorization skills are really powerful.

Along the way, he had a very detailed knowledge of the mountains, rivers and geographical features along the way. It was like a treasure trove of treasures. Even if he entered the boundaries of Gyeonggi Province, he could know it like the back of his hand. He was truly worthy of the name of "living map"!
"Not quite."

Wang Tieren, the deputy general of Zhuque Camp, interjected at this time: "If my name is on this 'Jin Shen Lu', I will buy it and keep it as a treasure."

He then further explained to everyone: "When we return to our hometown, or when we grow old in the future, we can show it to our neighbors and clan elders, and point to this list to tell everyone how prestigious we were back then. …

Not only do we leave our names on this 'Jin Shen Lu', but whoever is an official or general in the same dynasty as us? Just tell them that we are from the same hometown, the same age, the same family, etc., isn't it another kind of honor? "

Everyone nodded in agreement after hearing this.

"With all these benefits, there is no need to worry about selling 'Jin Shen Lu'. As for the time limit issue that Gong Qiao just mentioned, there is no way to solve it..."

Zhang Cheng continued: "I think it can be like this. I will invest in opening a Nanzhi shop in Beijing. As for the main business, I think it can be divided into four items.

The first is mainly calligraphy and painting paper, as well as various fans and framed birthday couplets; the second is pens, ink, inkstones, ink cartridges, water basins, ink pads, rulers, pen holders and other study utensils; the third is valets Order calligraphy, painting, and seal engraving works from everyone and earn some commission from them. "

"Uncle, for the fourth task, shall we do the 'Jin Shen Lu'?"

"Hahaha……"

After listening to Lu Dachun's inquiry, Zhang Cheng laughed heartily and said, "Lu Sicheng, you are quite smart and clever!"

"This fourth item of business is placed on the 'Jin Shen Lu'."

Zhang Cheng looked at Lu Dachun and continued: "You first choose the location of this Nanzhi shop. It should be as close as possible to the Jinshui Bridge. The shop can be larger to leave a few rooms for the officials at the upper and lower courts to exchange for court uniforms.

In this way, he could not only earn an extra income, but also take the opportunity to contact various government officials, learn some secrets about the government, and attract customers from the court officials to the Nan Paper Shop.

As for the "Jin Shen Lu", you have to go to the Forbidden City every day, check the palace gate manuscripts, edicts and chapter memorials, etc., and faithfully record the promotion, appointment and dismissal of officials, and official appointments, etc., so that they can be updated. Jin Shen Lu's use. "

"My uncle is so smart. Dachun is so admirable and admirable."

Lu Dachun picked up Uncle Yongning's stinky feet in time and asked again: "It's just that this 'Jin Shen Lu' will be published in an issue. I hope you can tell me how long it will take."

"Um……"

Zhang Cheng thought for a moment and then replied: "What I mean is that the 'Jin Shen Lu' will be updated every quarter for three months."

He then added: "However, you still need to take a look at this first to see the changes in officials in the DPRK and China before making a final decision. Moreover, when each issue is updated, there is no need to reprint it, and you can make modifications on the original version. , just make up for it.”

"Oh, right……"

Zhang Cheng seemed to remember something. He was silent for a moment, and then continued: "Next to Nanzhi Store, you can rent a shop as a newspaper office. In this way, in those palace gate copies, edicts and memorials, officials were promoted to official positions. Content other than information can be made into newspapers and sent to various places."

Lu Dachun nodded frequently when he heard this, but then he asked: "What is the signboard of Nanzhi Store? Please give it to me personally!"

"Cheng Benzhai." Zhang Cheng said firmly.

"Being sincere is the way to do business and be a good person!" Upon hearing this name, Prime Minister Sun couldn't help but praise him.

"Uncle, if you give us the name of your room, please give it to me as well."

"This... let's call it 'announcement'!"

Zhang Cheng then added: "As for the delivery of the announcement, we can rely on Niu Sheng's carriage company and Yongning Trading Company's branches in various places. This business will not be a loss.

After all, our Xuanda area has no shortage of people who want to read and copy the documents, and the branches of carriage and horse shops and trading companies are spread all over Xuanda, Gyeonggi, northern Henan, and Shandong. In the future, we will open up the south of the Yangtze River, so it will be effortless to deliver the report. place. "

Since the middle of the Ming Dynasty, private newspaper houses have existed in the world.

At that time, there were half-official and half-civilian reporting organizations in the capital city and various provincial capitals. Their main purpose was to deliver the contents of palace gate manuscripts, imperial edicts, chapter memorials and other imperial manuscripts of the Ming Dynasty.

Regardless of the dynasty or generation, people who have had enough to eat love to discuss court affairs in private. What's more, in various places in the Ming Dynasty, because of the existence of the Donglin Party, there is a trend of criticizing the current ills of the court.

Therefore, the court documents are what they need for entertainment after dinner, because if they want to criticize the current ills and highlight their abilities in the eyes of everyone, they must have a thorough understanding of the court affairs.

However, at this time, the Beijing News published by private newspapers contained almost all the content copied from the imperial court. It was almost a copy of the imperial newspaper, without any news or comments written by himself.

Of course, the handwritten newspapers issued by private newspapers at this time did not have any titles or punctuation marks!