Chapter 1251 Deserves a good ending!

July 18th, Lin'an, Jiangnan
At 15:00 in the afternoon, a drizzle was falling. At this moment, in a pavilion of a manor, two old men with white hair and beards were sitting opposite each other, brewing tea around a stove.

Murong Yuliang picked up the teacup and tasted it, then looked at the drizzle outside the pavilion and said with some emotion:

"I still remember the same rain that fell in Lin'an when I followed my father and left Lin'an!"

Hearing Murong Yuliang say this, Sun Wenheng smiled and said:

"Lord Murong, your father had made great achievements as the prefect of Lin'an. Even now, there are still people in Lin'an who miss the former prefect Murong!"

Murong Yuliang smiled when he heard this. He was indeed moved, but he knew that Sun Wenheng was really complimenting him by saying this. His father had served as the prefect of Lin'an for three years. Although he also wanted to make some changes, he ended up accomplishing nothing. Finally, he had to leave Lin'an in embarrassment and was transferred to Hebei and Henan!
This term as the prefect of Lin'an was also regarded as a stain on his father's official career. His father always believed that it was this stain that prevented him from further advancing in his career and entering the cabinet. For this, his father regretted it all his life and died in depression.

Thinking of this, Murong Yuliang's expression became complicated. He was currently dismissed from his post as the governor of Huainan, and he didn't know where his future would lie...
After taking a look at Murong Qingwu's expression, Sun Wenheng decided to get straight to the point:

"Lord Murong, I think you should make preparations early!"

Murong Yuliang, who was feeling somewhat melancholy, smiled and shook his head when he heard this and said:

"Boss Sun, you are joking again. What can I, a criminal, prepare?"

Sun Wenheng heard this and said seriously:
"Lord Murong, I heard that your father has always been upset about what happened in Lin'an. As his son, don't you want to make up for this regret for him?"

After saying this, Murong Yuliang narrowed his eyes and said calmly:

"Boss Sun, what do you mean by this?"

Facing Murong Yuliang's question, Sun Wenheng knew that Murong Yuliang was asking knowingly, but he still said with a serious face:

"Zhu Chen has been arrested. The Jiangnan Provincial Government is now without a leader. This is your best chance to make a comeback, Lord Murong!"

Upon hearing this, Murong Yuliang glanced at Sun Wenheng coldly, and the next second he stood up and was about to leave, but just as he took two steps, a voice came from behind him.

"Master Murong, please stay for a moment. I have something for you to see!"

After saying this, Sun Wenheng solemnly took out a letter from his arms and handed it to Murong Yuliang.

Murong Yuliang hesitated for a moment, but still took the letter from Sun Wenheng. After just a few glances at the contents, a look of surprise flashed across Murong Yuliang's face. After hesitating for a moment, he still couldn't help but ask Sun Wenheng:
"Do you know my elder brother?"

Under Murong Yuliang's gaze, Sun Wenheng nodded solemnly and said:

"When I was doing business in Huainan, I was framed. It was Lord Murong Lun who cleared my name and took care of the business of our Dadechang Company!"

“This letter was written by Lord Murong Lun when he was serving in the imperial court during his southern tour. Under Lord Murong Lun’s instructions, I also transported 30,000 dan of grain and over a thousand kilograms of pig iron to Sichuan and Shu. The person responsible for receiving these supplies was Liu Chuan…”

After hearing what Sun Wenheng said, Murong Yuliang was somewhat skeptical. His elder brother Murong Lun had served as the governor of Huainan before he became the Minister of Revenue.

In addition, as Murong Lun's younger brother, Murong Yuliang could tell that the letter was indeed written by his elder brother Murong Lun!
In the letter, Murong Lun asked the other party to transport grain, pig iron and other materials to Sichuan and Shu through smuggling. In the letter, Murong Lun, who was the Minister of Revenue of the court during the southern tour, promised the other party that after defeating the rebel Shangguan Hongyuan, he would petition the emperor to confer an official title on the other party.

At that time, Shangguan Hongyuan attacked Sichuan and Shu, and under the intimidation of Shangguan Hongyuan, Sun Liangyu of Jingchu initially did not allow any supplies to aid Sichuan and Shu. So his elder brother Murong Lun wrote this letter to Sun Wenheng, asking Sun Wenheng to privately transport food, pig iron and other supplies to Jiangnan, which seemed to be in the process of being cleared.

Thinking of this, Murong Yuliang's gaze towards Sun Wenheng also changed. Seeing this, Sun Wenheng also looked very sad and said:
"Lord Murong Lun has always been a person I respect very much. I never thought that he would fall into the hands of Shangguan Changgong, a damned bastard!"

At this point, Sun Wenheng beat his chest and stamped his feet, looking as if he was deeply saddened by the death of his own father. Although Sun Wenheng's performance was a little exaggerated, it has to be said that Murong Yuliang really fell for it, and the look in his eyes when he looked at Sun Wenheng became softer.

Although it has been common for brothers in aristocratic families to quarrel with each other since ancient times, Murong Lun and Murong Yuliang are brothers from the same mother. The two brothers have had a close relationship since childhood. After their father passed away, Murong Yuliang regarded his eldest brother Murong Lun as his greatest support.

After Murong Lun's death, Murong Yuliang, who carried the burden of the family alone, often missed the days when his elder brother Murong Lun was around...

In addition to the relationship with Murong Lun, Murong Yuliang and Sun Wenheng also became closer. After the two exchanged a few words, Murong Yuliang sat back in his chair.

Sun Wenheng also took the opportunity to continue:
"Lord Murong, this time the Marshal has uprooted Zhu Chen, Zhu Damao, Cai De, and this gang, and completely rectified the underground order in Jiangnan. If I am not mistaken, the Marshal's next step will definitely be to allow the Dadongsheng Company to enter Jiangnan and provide loan services to major companies in Jiangnan!"

Listening to what Sun Wenheng said, Murong Yuliang said in a deep voice:

"The Dadongsheng Company will not enter Jiangnan!"

Sun Wenheng was a little surprised when he heard this. In his expectation, the Marshal got rid of Cai De and Zhu Damao, the two underground QZs, this time to pave the way for the Dadongsheng Company to enter Jiangnan, so he didn't understand why Murong Yuliang said that the Dadongsheng Company would not enter Jiangnan!

Although he was still confused, seeing that Murong Yuliang didn't explain, Sun Wenheng was tactful and didn't ask any more questions. However, he kept Murong Yuliang's words in his heart.

Even though Murong Yuliang suffered a setback in Huainan and was dismissed from his post as the governor of Huainan, he was still a veteran of the Fengwu Army and Ye Mingsheng’s cheap father-in-law. He was a figure who was once going to enter the cabinet of the Yijing court. So when he said that the Dadongsheng Company would not enter Jiangnan, he naturally had his reasons...
However, if the Marshal does not allow the Dadongsheng Company to enter Jiangnan, how will the Marshal solve the borrowing problems of the major companies in Jiangnan?
Just as Sun Wenheng was thinking about this question, Murong Yuliang suddenly spoke:
"I will meet the Marshal in three days!"

Sun Wenheng was shocked when he heard this, and then he couldn't help but smile. He knew that his judgment was correct. As expected, in the Marshal's mind, Murong Yuliang was the first choice to replace Zhu Chen. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but bow to Murong Yuliang and said:
"Congratulations, sir, on your reinstatement!"

Murong Yuliang shook his head and said:

"It's not that simple! Based on my understanding of the Marshal, this meeting with me is just an inspection. There is still some distance before the final decision, so I need you to help me do something!"

Sun Wenheng was stunned. The reason why he was so open with Murong Yuliang was that he was sure that Murong Yuliang could get to the top. That's why he wanted to join Murong Yuliang's team before he got to the top so that he could get a share of the future development of Jiangnan.

If he wants to join Murong Yuliang's team, it is not enough to rely solely on his relationship with Murong Lun. Sun Wenheng must demonstrate his own ability and value!
Thinking of this, Sun Wenheng said to Murong Yuliang solemnly:
"Through fire and water, no matter what!"

“Do you know Guangfuyuan?”

Hearing Murong Yuliang mention the largest bank in Jiangnan, Sun Wenheng nodded and said, "Liu Yang, the chief manager of Guangfuyuan, is my good friend. I have a lot of business dealings with Guangfuyuan!"

Murong Yuliang heard this and said in a deep voice:

"I want you to help me get some core accounts of Guangfuyuan, such as how much silver Guangfuyuan has in its treasury and which businesses it has business dealings with. The accounts don't need to be too specific, but they must be true..."

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Yijing, Cui Mansion

In the study at night, Cui Shao leaned on the armchair somewhat tiredly. Although he was getting older, Cui Shao thought that he was still in very good condition. But ever since the incident with Cui Zibo, Cui Shao could clearly feel that he was becoming more and more powerless. Thinking of this, Cui Shao couldn't help but smile bitterly.

At this time, Cui Fu, the steward of the Cui Mansion, walked into the study and reported to Cui Shao:

"Master, Master Hang wants to see you for something!"

Cui Shao nodded upon hearing this. After getting permission, Cui Hang quickly walked into the study. After greeting each other, Cui Shao looked Cui Hang up and down and asked:
"You have been working in the Selection Department for a while. What are your thoughts and feelings?"

Cui Hang said without hesitation:
"The Wenxuan Division is the head of the four divisions of the Ministry of Personnel. It is responsible for managing the transfer and removal of classes and the equalization of the selection method. Its responsibilities are very bold and heavy. I am somewhat terrified to be in this position, Uncle San!"

Listening to what Cui Hang said, Cui Shao smiled and nodded and said:
"It's rare that you have this idea, but you shouldn't underestimate yourself. You've done a pretty good job in the Ministry of Personnel, and the Marshal thinks highly of you. You should serve the court and the Marshal well in the Ministry of Literature!"

Cui Hang hesitated for a moment, but still mustered up the courage to say to Cui Shao:

"Uncle San, can I be transferred out of the Literature Selection Department?"

After hearing this, Cui Shao frowned and said in a deep voice:
"Did Gu Sansi give you a hard time?"

Upon hearing this, Cui Hang quickly shook his head and said:

“Third uncle, Minister Gu is very good to me and takes good care of me at work…”

"If that's the case, why do you want to leave the Ministry of Literature?" Cui Shao asked with some confusion:
Facing Cui Shao's gaze, Cui Hang felt a little pressure, and immediately opened his heart to Cui Shao:

"Third uncle, the position of the Ministry of Literature is indeed enviable, but I feel a lot of pressure in this position. Everyone is watching my every move, and I don't want to be the target of such criticism!"

Listening to Cui Hang's words, Cui Shao said in a deep voice:

"Being in the court is like sailing against the current. If you don't move forward, you will move backward. As long as you want to make progress, the eyes and pressure of the public will run through your entire career. This is something you cannot avoid. You must learn to use pressure as motivation!"

"The pressure on the minister is greater, so you don't want to do it?"

Faced with Cui Shao's preaching, Cui Hang seemed to want to say something, but in the end he did not open his mouth.

Seeing this, Cui Shao asked:
"What do you think about Xiao Lingyu's retirement?"

Cui Hang said without hesitation:
"Master Xiao is a smart man. He should be prepared for danger in times of peace and retreat bravely to achieve a good ending!"

Hearing the words "deserve a good end", Cui Shao couldn't help but snorted and said:
“So who do you think has a bad ending?”

Faced with this somewhat sensitive and sharp question, Cui Hang was silent for a while and then spoke solemnly;
“As long as you are in your position, no one is safe…”

Cui Shao was not angry or annoyed by Cui Hang's answer. He said calmly:

"Your idea is very dangerous!"

"Third uncle, I am just stating a fact. Lord Xiao also understands this, so he chose to leave."

"So you want to leave Yijing too?"

Seeing that Cui Shao had seen through his thoughts, Cui Hang no longer concealed it and nodded and said:
"Yes! I want to go to Jiangnan. I think it's a vast land!"

Cui Hang hesitated a little when he said this, but he still mustered up the courage to say to Cui Shao:

"Uncle San, if you take a step back, the world will be wide open. You are old and it is time to enjoy a peaceful life. Since Minister Gu wants this responsibility, you might as well give it to him. Wouldn't it be wonderful if everyone is happy this way?"

Cui Shao couldn't help but smile when he heard this, shook his head and said:
"You think very clearly!"

"But it's not your turn as a mere doctor in the Ministry of Literature to comment on this matter. Your first priority now is to do your job well!"

"It's not the right time yet. If it's time for you to leave, I will let you leave!"

Hearing what Cui Shao said, Cui Hang also bowed and said:
"Uncle San, I understand. I'll follow your instructions!"

"You go visit Xiaowen tomorrow!"

"Uncle San, I've been there once before!"

"I'll let you go again!"

Cui Hang frowned upon hearing this. He still vividly remembered the scene of being turned away at Zhu's house. However, under Cui Shao's gaze, he still obeyed the order and said:
"Yes, sir! I will visit Lord Zhu tomorrow..."

(End of this chapter)