Daming: At the beginning, Zhu Yuanzhang simulated the National Games

In the bedroom, Zhu Gaoxu and Li Quan sat on each side.

Before Zhu Gaoxu could speak, Li Quan took the first step and took out the banknotes from his arms.

Zhu Gaoxu took it and counted it, no more, no less, a total of 80,000 taels.

Nodding, Zhu Gaoxu took out a one thousand tael silver note and handed it to Li Quan and said, "Take it, your hard-earned money."

Li Quan felt a little frightened when facing this thousand taels, waved his hand and refused: "The villain did nothing. Everything was arranged by the master. I don't deserve this money."

Zhu Gaoxu didn't listen to Li Quan's words. He put the thousand taels of silver in his hand into Li Quan's arms and said, "Take it as long as you are told. You will inevitably need it for many things in the future."

When Li Quan heard Zhu Gaoxu's words, he felt happy.

Of course I am not only happy about this thousand taels of silver.

He used to be a big shopkeeper, so it's not like he has never seen money.

Mainly because Zhu Gaoxu's words obviously meant to cultivate him as one of his own, which was the most important thing in Li Quan's opinion.

This time, Li Quan did not refuse and respectfully accepted the banknote handed over by Zhu Gaoxu.

Just by delivering the goods, I earned a thousand taels of silver.

Zhu Gaoxu was obviously very generous in taking action.

Zhu Gaoxu felt that it was appropriate.

His father was planning it, his grandfather Lao Zhu was also planning it, and everyone in the civil and military dynasties was planning it.

Zhu Gaoxu was wondering whether he would also form his own team from now on.

Judging from Zhu Gaoxu's current situation, the path he wants to take is not easy.

From the moment Zhu Di changed his mind, he knew that the path was about to change.

Although according to the trend of history, Zhu Di will get his wish and reach that high position.

But after all, the position was incorrect and left many hidden dangers for future generations.

And if it gets to that point, the internal fighting between countries will also consume a lot of financial and material resources.

The most important thing is that through what he saw and heard in the capital these days, Zhu Gaoxu seriously suspected that Zhu Yuanzhang's death was not that simple.

Among them, Zhu Yunwen and the civil service group must have done more than meets the eye.

Therefore, Zhu Gaoxu must now have the power in his own hands.

You don't want to be able to dominate the government, but at least you have enough power to protect yourself.

So Zhu Gaoxu wants to set up the stall.

Not only in the military, but also in the court, the local government, the business world, and the world of martial arts.

At present, Li Quan seems to be a good candidate.

Before deciding whether to use Li Quan, Zhu Gaoxu didn't mind spending a little money to win over people's hearts.

At the same time, Zhu Gaoxu also planned to give Li Quan more power as a test.

Thinking of this, Zhu Gaoxu said directly: "I have a piece of land outside the city. You must also know that I have a glass factory there. In addition, I plan to open another place in a few days. No matter how hard you work in the future, both sides will be happy."

Just run faster, I'll leave the matter over there to you."

Although he decided to take Li Quan for his own use, Zhu Gaoxu also wanted to see Li Quan's abilities.

If Li Quan can manage both sides without making any mistakes, there will naturally be greater benefits waiting for him.

If there is a problem between the two parties, whether it is Li Quan's lack of ability or his inappropriate thoughts, Zhu Gaoxu will not suffer at all and can find someone else. As for Li Quan, he will naturally end up differently.

Li Quan is a smart man, and he understood what Zhu Gaoxu meant when he heard his words.

He immediately nodded and agreed with a serious expression.

"The villain will live up to his master's trust!"

Zhu Gaoxu nodded and chatted with Li Quan for a few more words. Seeing that it was getting late, Li Quan took the initiative to say goodbye.

After Li Quan left, Zhu Gaoxu practiced the exercises as usual, and then lay on the bed and fell asleep.

Early the next morning, after Zhu Gaoxu washed up, he accompanied Zhu Di and others to have breakfast.

Just after eating, a government official came to the mansion.

When I called him to inquire, he turned out to be looking for Zhu Gaoxu.

I saw a yamen servant first bowed to Zhu Di and others, and then cautiously said to Zhu Gaoxu: "I would like to report to the Prince of Nanyang County, Mr. Chen, the left minister of the Ministry of Rites, for your invitation."

Hearing what the yamen officer said, Zhu Gaoxu knew that it must be Master Chen who Lao Zhu had asked him to accompany to receive the envoy yesterday.

Nodding, Zhu Gaoxu stood up, said hello to his father, and then followed the yamen servant out of the palace.

First, I followed the yamen servant to the yamen of the Ministry of Rites and met the so-called left minister of the Ministry of Rites, Mr. Chen.

Similar to ordinary third-rank officials, Mr. Chen is considered to be elderly.

At a glance, he looked about forty or fifty years old, which was not considered middle age in ancient times.

He had grown a beard early, and wearing official uniform, he was sitting in front of the hall, stroking his beard and reading a book.

When Zhu Gaoxu and the Yamen came in, the Yamen took the lead and said, "Sir, the Prince of Nanyang is here."

Mr. Chen seemed to have calmed down. He put down the book in his hand and waved his hand to signal the government officials to leave. Then he stood up and saluted Zhu Gaoxu and said, "I have met the Prince of Nanyang County."

Seeing this, Zhu Gaoxu did not hesitate and replied politely.

"Master Chen, you're welcome."

After the usual opening remarks, Mr. Chen did not continue to be polite and went straight to the topic.