Daming: Old Zhu, we agreed not to rush!

The news of Zhu Yuanzhang's visit to Uncle Renyuan's mansion soon spread in the court.

The Emperor is the supreme being in the world, and he always has deep meaning wherever he goes.

Su Jing's status in Lao Zhu's heart may not be completely known to the civil and military officials, but they must all know that Su Jing is already a big purple person.

Red is no longer enough to describe it.

Generally speaking, it is an incomparable honor for the emperor to go to a minister's home. It would be even more extraordinary if he could stay for dinner.

However, there was a rumor in the public that Su Jing asked Lao Zhu for money, which was quite outrageous.

What's even more outrageous than this is that the emperor sent someone to give him money the next day.

This kind of thing is extremely exaggerated among the people in the capital.

Lao Zhu is quite generous to the people, at least for now, and has not ordered to ban such rumors.

Of course, whether the people believe it or not is another matter.

In Baiguan, there are all kinds of voices.

Some people think this is a deliberately exaggerated narrative. After all, you always want to hear some breaking news after dinner.

But some people think this is possible. After all, the day after Lao Zhu finished eating, someone from the palace actually went to Uncle Renyuan's house.

They didn't know what happened inside Uncle Renyuan's house, but they could still find out what happened outside.

Su Jing and the emperor are so close, so naturally some people are happy and some are sad.

But to Su Jing, these are not important.

It doesn't mean much that he is not favored by Lao Zhu.

Because Su Jing didn't expect to get anything through Lao Zhu, this attitude of asking for nothing was also the reason why Lao Zhu was willing to favor Su Jing.

The emperor has been in office for a long time, and the people below him will ask for anything.

Lao Zhu seemed to regard Su Jing as a place to relax, although he didn't have much time to go there.

……

In a blink of an eye, it’s the last day of the month.

In Uncle Renyuan's house, Prince Zhu Biao has arrived.

"Students pay homage to Master Su."

In the outer courtyard, Zhu Biao saluted Su Jing respectfully.

There is no slightest slight, only immense respect.

This allowed the servants in Uncle Renyuan's mansion to once again recognize Su Jing's importance.

As servants in Uncle Renyuan's house, they had seen Su Jing and the emperor chatting casually.

Now that I saw this scene again, I just felt that I was following the right master.

Both the emperor and the prince have such a good relationship with Su Jing, so they will definitely have no worries in the future.

"Come in, this is not the place to talk."

Su Jing said lightly.

"Yes, Master Su."

Zhu Biao immediately followed Su Jing into the inner courtyard.

It's still the same small pavilion. After all, in this weather, it's most comfortable to chat in the shade.

"We are leaving tomorrow. The prince came today to talk to me about his itinerary."

While Su Jing was talking, she picked up the kettle and started pouring tea.

Why did Zhu Biao let Su Jing do the job of serving tea and water? He immediately grabbed it: "Master Su, this is exactly why the students are here."

Su Jing smiled and said: "Let me guess, do you still want to visit the places you have been to before?"

"Well, the students have this idea."

Although his thoughts were guessed, Zhu Biao was very natural.

It would be strange if you couldn't guess it.

Su Jing continued: "I definitely support your idea. After all, you have to get up from where you fell. As the prince, you will govern the Ming Dynasty in the future. If you encounter difficulties, there is no possibility of escaping."

Su Jing expressed considerable agreement with Zhu Biao's idea, which also made Zhu Biao very happy.

With Su Jing's approval, he felt that half of the matter was done.

"The student thanked Master Su."

Zhu Biao respectfully served Su Jing a cup of tea.

Su Jing took the tea and said calmly: "However, I hope you will do it yourself. It would not be good if I am here for the second time."

Zhu Biao was stunned for a moment, then reacted: "Master Su means to take the students to inspect other places first, and then let the students return to those places that have been checked."

Su Jing took a sip of tea: "Yes, that's exactly it."

After all, Zhu Biao is the prince. If he still relies on himself to help him regain his position, it will inevitably damage the prince's reputation.

Su Jing didn't want her students to do anything, so she had to rely on herself for everything.

Of course, Zhu Biao also understood Su Jing's intention and immediately said seriously: "Master Su, don't worry, the student will definitely do a good job on his own."

"Don't just talk, drink tea."

Su Jing said to Zhu Biao.

Being with Lao Zhu and Zhu Biao, the difference in atmosphere is really huge.

On the contrary, Su Jing felt that she could relax more when she was with Lao Zhu.

Since Zhu Biao returned to Beijing, his whole person has obviously become much heavier.

Perhaps the burden of the prince has really fallen on him.

"Yes, Master Su."

Even when Zhu Biao drank tea, he drank tea very respectfully.

Su Jing couldn't help feeling a little distressed when she saw Zhu Biao in such a state.

After all, he is his first apprentice, and it is impossible not to prefer him.

"Prince, your father is still young and strong. There are some things that are not so urgent. It's okay to take it slow."

Su Jing said seriously.

Lao Zhu was also the longest-lived emperor in the entire Ming Dynasty.

It is only three years since Hongwu was established, which is too young for Lao Zhu.

"Students understand, but students still want to do more things and grow more. Ming Dynasty needs students as the prince now."

Zhu Biao answered seriously.

After all, Zhu Biao knew more about the situation in Ming Dynasty than Su Jing.

Su Jing didn't persuade her anymore. There were some things where persuasion was useless.

"Then where is our first stop?"

Su Jing directly changed the topic back to the beginning.

Zhu Biao gave an answer that surprised Su Jing slightly, Wenzhou Mansion.

“Students want to go to Wenzhou as their first stop.”

Zhu Biao replied.

Wenzhou Prefecture?

Xie Chunfang?

The first thing that came to Su Jing's mind was that Xie Chunfang was from Wenzhou Prefecture.

Unexpectedly, Zhu Biao's first stop would be Wenzhou Prefecture.

"Why is it Wenzhou Prefecture? There are many granaries around the capital. We would rather go far than the near. I think the prince must have an idea."

Su Jing asked.

Zhu Biao nodded and said: "Student, I have thought about it. Inspections are not just for show, they have to be sudden."

"If I follow the thinking around the capital and gradually move outward, then officials from various places who have received the news will have already prepared their response ideas. I guess they will only be able to see the surface."

"Therefore, the route of this inspection must not be conventional, and I have no plans for arrangements after the first stop. After checking Wenzhou Prefecture, I will decide where to go next."

Zhu Biao was inexperienced, and his first inspection was handled by others.

But it's not like he hasn't learned anything, and it's not like Su Jing hasn't taught him about playing tricks.

"Haha."

Su Jing smiled and said: "Yes, yes, the prince has a big idea. If the inspection cannot be unexpected, the effect will definitely be greatly reduced."

"Stop the near for the distant and attack suddenly! It seems that the prince has learned a lot about the art of war." Su Jing quite agreed with Zhu Biao's idea.

The reason why he didn't mention it before was because he didn't understand the process of the prince going out.

Also, although Su Jing actively requested this outing, her original intention was still to help Zhu Biao, not to do things for him, but mainly to play a supporting role.

Zhu Biao immediately lowered his head and said: "Master Su taught me well. Since Master Su has no objection, the student will arrange it this way. I have something else to do, so I will go back to the palace first."

After the matter was explained, Zhu Biao naturally would not stay too much.

As a prince, Zhu Biao has a lot of things to do.

"Okay, then go and do your work. There's nothing wrong with me."

Su Jing nodded.

As Zhu Biao left, Su Jing immediately turned around and returned to the study.

Although following Zhu Biao, there is a high probability that there will be no accidents.

But there are some insurance measures that are better than nothing.

Keep some small firearms with you for self-defense. It doesn't matter if you don't use them, you can't live without them.

The things had been prepared long ago, and Su Jing just checked them again.

After leaving the study, Su Jing immediately found Butler Li.

"Master, what are your orders?"

Butler Li bowed.

Su Jing said: "I will go out early tomorrow morning. There is no need to prepare a carriage. It's hard to say how long this trip will take. It should take a few months. You stay in the house and keep an eye on some repairs."

After all, I have to leave, and I still have to tell you what I need to tell you.

"Yes, sir."

Butler Li immediately nodded in agreement.

Although he didn't know that Su Jing was going out before, as a housekeeper, it was inevitable that the master would go out.

However, it is quite rare for Su Jing to be the only one in the house.

Normally, if there is a mistress in the family, things are handed over to the mistress, and the housekeeper is an assistant.

Su Jing added: "By the way, Liu Banxian will also come back. If there is a feng shui problem, his opinion will be the main one for repairs."

The house renovation design drawings were all made by Su Jing alone in the study, and Liu Banxian was not asked to see them.

From design to implementation, some discrepancies are normal and should be explained in advance to prevent confusion later.

After all, this Ming Dynasty doesn’t have a mobile phone. It takes ten days and a half to send a message quickly.

"Yes, I remember everything."

Butler Li nodded, not daring to forget anything.

"Well, so be it."

Su Jing waved her hand and supported Butler Li.

As for Liu Banxian, he has been living outside for more than half a month. The inn is still very comfortable, and everything is taken care of.

Apart from being expensive, there are no other drawbacks.

Su Jing paid for Liu Banxian to live there, which was very satisfying.

"Checked out, the shopkeeper."

Liu Banxian stood in front of the counter and said to the shopkeeper.

The shopkeeper was a little confused and said, "Sir, when you booked this room, you won't be able to check out until tomorrow."

Su Jing was given plenty of money when she booked the room.

Liu Banxian said calmly: "Of course I know this, but I have something to do today and won't be able to come back tonight, so I have to check out."

"Oh I got it."

The shopkeeper understood and immediately went through the check-out procedures for Liu Banxian.

Liu Banxian did not forget to urge: "By the way, you have to refund me the last night's room fee."

If you stay one less night, you will naturally have to pay one less night.

Liu Banxian would not be polite to this kind of place where money could be deducted.

"Um, Sir, when I made the reservation, because I booked it for more than half a month, the room rate was calculated as cheap. I will refund the room rate for one night..."

The shopkeeper was a little embarrassed.

Liu Banxian's face was slightly tinged. He didn't expect Su Jing to negotiate the price when booking a room.

"Well, you can withdraw less, but you can't withdraw even one point."

Liu Banxian didn't mean to pester him. It wasn't his own money anyway, so he didn't feel bad.

The shopkeeper hesitated for a moment and said, "Well, how about I refund 60% of the guest's one-night room fee?"

"Okay, okay, back off."

Liu Banxian was very happy, and he got the money and went out soon.

It was still early, and Liu Banxian didn't want to return to Uncle Renyuan's house too early, otherwise Su Jing would most likely talk to him.

As a fortune teller, setting up a stall is still necessary.

After leaving the inn, heading west, there is a very busy street.

Liu Banxian took out his outfit, found a small corner and laid it out.

Because it was daytime, Liu Banxian didn't think about how much business he could attract, just to kill time.

So his position is actually quite bad.

There are stalls on the left and right sides, and the doors are quite high. His little flag is completely blocked, and you can only see a little of it through the cracks.

Liu Banxian didn't care anyway, just sitting there casually, humming a tune.

From time to time, he would look at the baggage next to him, not because of the amount of money in it, but because it was his 'golden outfit'.

The custom-made silk clothes were placed in the bag.

Although he has tried it, he has never been to Xiangyun Pavilion.

The money was enough, but Liu Banxian was still a little timid in his heart.

It would be a shame if he was kicked out again.

Therefore, Liu Banxian never dared to go, but his thoughts were always there.

"Liu Banxian? What a loud tone."

At this time, two people suddenly appeared in front of Liu Banxian's stall.

It was Xie Chunfang and his book boy.

In broad daylight, he still didn't want to study, he just wanted to go out and play.

When I walked here, I happened to see Liu Banxian in the gap.

"What does this young master want to count? Future luck, marriage feng shui, funerals, marriages, life and death disasters, fortune, longevity, everything, everything!"

Liu Banxian had a sharp eye and immediately noticed that Xie Chunfang's outfit was unusual.

Rich people!

Still a young man!

The fattest sheep, no, is the best guest.

Such guests must be greeted with 100% attitude.

Xie Chunfang patted her fan and said, "Liu Banxian, right? Can you really count everything?"

"Young master, you'll know after you forget it."

Liu Banxian is quite confident.

Xie Chunfang thought for a while and said: "Now that Enke is around the corner, do you think I can make it to high school?"

After all, he is here to take the imperial examination. Whether he can pass high school or not is something that any scholar cares about.

When he heard that it was a routine question, Liu Banxian also came out of his mind: "Sir, I see that your heaven is full, your earth pavilion is round, and there is a statue of Wenquxing, but it is unclear, so this imperial examination is still a bit unstable."

Liu Banxian is really good at fooling scholars.

A few words seemed to say a lot, but they seemed to say nothing.

What is needed is this inaccurate answer, so as to avoid being sought for revenge. (End of chapter)