Liu E knew that Zhang Junping was trusted and loved by Zhao Heng, but she did not expect that Zhang Junping had such a high status in Zhao Heng's heart.

Even if it was such a big deal of embezzlement of military supplies, Zhao Heng just laughed and scolded, Zhang Junping caused him trouble.

Everything has two sides, and things are not good or bad. The difference lies in the perspective that people who look at the problem view this matter.

Therefore, Liu Mei misappropriated military supplies, and the three powerful families used military supplies to help the people. Some said it was OK, and some cursed them.

"What do you think of this matter?"

"Prime Kou, Liu Mei is a little too reckless in reliance on the favor of the saint and His Majesty, and even dares to move military supplies! This matter must not be spared lightly!"

"Then Liu Mei used military supplies to help the disaster. What's more, Gao, Yang and Cao's three families bought military supplies cotton clothes with money. They were 400,000 guan, and a penny was handed over to the three departments. I don't think there is anything wrong with this!"

Kou Zhun was not in a hurry to express his opinion, but listened with a smile as the ministers argued endlessly.

This is not a political affairs hall, but Kou Zhun's house. After learning about the incident of Gao Yang and Cao's three families using cotton clothes to rescue disasters, they came to Kou Zhun to discuss the policy.

After everyone's argument stopped, Kou Zhun asked lightly: "Everyone, do you still remember what the purpose of our officials is?"

"Of course, it is to report to the court and to serve the people!"

"Please call for the people!"

"Haha! Since you still remember the purpose of being an official, what can you argue about this matter?" Kou Zhun smiled.

"What Kou Gong means is that this matter will not be investigated?"

"Although embezzling military cotton clothes violates national laws, the people who benefit from the ultimate benefit are those victims who have no food and clothing, and the court has not received any losses as a result!

Therefore, not only will this matter not be investigated, but once the official makes a case, we will also talk about it for Liu Mei, Gao Yang and Cao's three families!" Kou Zhun said in a gentle tone, but without doubt.

This time, it should be the period when Kou Zhun's reputation is the highest, and it can be said to be the peak moment.

Of course no one refutes what he said.

Some people may say that Kou Zhun had reached its peak long ago, and Kou Zhun was already the prime minister long before the Tan Yuan Alliance.

In fact, sometimes reputation does not only depend on status, especially for civil officials. Before the Tan Yuan alliance, Kou Zhun was the prime minister, but it cannot be said to be the peak.

It can only be said that the official position has reached its peak, but its reputation is far inferior to that of now. After being demoted, it is restored and destroyed before it reaches its true peak.

Kou Zhun was revived and served as prime minister again. It can be said that the court cheered all over the court. When the people of Kaifeng Prefecture knew the news, they ran around and cheered and celebrated like the New Year.

At this time, Kou Zhun suppressed the ghosts and monsters in the court with one force, and did not dare to look up.

It is not an exaggeration to say a word. Of course, prosperity will lead to decline. Kou Zhun's peak at this time is also destined to be demoted again.

Because Kou Zhun's existence has seriously threatened the emperor's authority.

Now that Kou Zhun has made a charter on this matter, the others naturally no longer say anything and bow to it.

...

The four major grain merchants left the Zhang Mansion and did not separate, but came to the Li family together.

"Go and invite the Blacksmith Liu from Xicheng, as well as the Blacksmith Wang, Blacksmith Sun and others, to come here together!" As soon as Li Youcai entered the door, he ordered the butler to find the Blacksmith.

Although the Li family does not have their own blacksmiths, they all have familiar blacksmith shops.

Li Youcai and the other two did not rush to discuss how to start business and how to allocate the market, but instead first called the blacksmith to verify whether Zhang Junping's manufacturing method was feasible.

Of course, there is also the cost of manufacturing this set of stoves, and it also needs to communicate with the blacksmith.

The four of them were not afraid, and the blacksmith would spread the manufacturing method of the stove.

Their four major grain merchants can have their current status, not just a kind of harmony, honesty and trustworthy approach, but a ruthless method.

In the past, many people have used their lives to pay tribute to the Dragon Kings of the Sihe River, Wuzhang River, Jinshui River, Cai River and other Kaifeng Prefectures.

It’s just that if you meet Zhang Junping, who is more ruthless and unruly, you will be defeated.

Soon, the three blacksmiths were invited by the housekeeper to the house.

"I have met Mr. Li, Mr. Zhou, Mr. Ma, and Mr. Sun!"

"How much does one set of stoves made by Liu Dajiang and Zhang Guanrenang cost? How long does one set take?"

Liu Tiejiang, who had received the notification from Zhang Fu, naturally would not hide it. He replied respectfully: "Reporting to the four members, it takes two days to build a set of stoves, and four guan is enough money!"

"Is it feasible to make stoves by casting? How much does it cost to have a set of stoves?"

"The method of casting mentioned by Zhang Guanren was a little thought, and it was indeed feasible!

If you use casting to make a stove, as long as there are enough molds, four small masters and apprentices can cast five sets of stoves a day!

If the cost is enough, three guan is enough!"

"Tsk tsk!" Li Youcai smashed his mouth, not very satisfied with Liu Blacksmith's words.

The main reason is that I am not satisfied with the price. A set of stove costs three jin of money. The price is too high and ordinary people cannot afford it.

This is not Li Youcai's kind-heartedness and is considering ordinary people.

Instead, the price of the stove is directly related to their business.

Li Youcai and the other four have been doing business for many years, but they still have some vision and mind. They have keenly grasped the key point, that is, what really makes money is not the stove, but the honeycomb coal business.

"Liu Dajiang, it costs so much money to make stoves by casting?"

"Go back to Zhou Yuanwai, Wang Dajiang and Sun Dajiang are all here!

How dare the young man deceive the four foreigners!

It really costs 60 kilograms of iron for a set of stoves, but now a kilogram of pig iron costs 40 cents!

In addition, the carbonite required to smel pig iron, three chunks of artificial money, and not much money is needed for a small pen!" Liu Blacksmith hurriedly bowed and explained.

"Liu Dajiang, we are not saying that you deceive us and you need more money!

In fact, the people of Kaifeng Prefecture cannot afford to use a set of stoves for three stakes!

I think Liu Dajiang also knows that the set of stoves that Zhang Guanren asked you to make is quite magical. After using it, you can burn charcoal. The house is not only warmer than the fire brazier, but also has no odor!

If all the people in Kaifeng Prefecture can afford it, how many people will die in this winter?

Liu Dajiang, if you can find a way to reduce the price, it will be a great merit for countless living people!" Li Youcai looked kind and said to Liu Blacksmith with a sad expression.

Buddhism began to flourish in the Tang Dynasty. It cultivated the causes of this life and gained blessings in the next life. The so-called accumulation of virtue is still quite popular among the people.

"This..." Liu Blacksmith was a little moved, thinking about how to reduce the price.

"Mr. Li, if you want to reduce the price, you can only reduce the amount of iron used in the stove!

But in this way, the quality of this stove cannot be guaranteed!"

"Is there no way to ensure quality and reduce price?" Li Youcai asked.

At this time, Li Youcai's personality was a conscientious businessman, so he naturally wouldn't say that as long as I'm cheap, what quality should I want?
Chapter completed!