Fang Xuanling and Zhang Liang did not have a good relationship. They were just officials of the same dynasty and had a nodding acquaintance.
Of course, he would not offend Li Xian for Zhang Shenwei.
Furthermore, this matter involved Li Xian and the Emperor's business, 2.3 million catties of corn, and the lives of hundreds of thousands of disaster victims.
No one could think of using illegal means to snatch the corn from Li Xian's hands.
Even if Fang Xuanling was really on good terms with Zhang Liang, he wouldn't be able to withstand this thunder.
What a joke!
Zhangsun Wuji couldn't even gain any advantage in front of Li Xian, so Fang Xuanling wouldn't give him any trouble.
"No, let me go. I'm not going to the Supreme Court!”
Zhang Shenwei screamed miserably, and the servants followed suit, but it was useless. They were immediately escorted away by the soldiers led by Fang Xuanling.
However, Fang Xuanling didn't push things too far. He secretly ordered his subordinates to bring news to Zhang Liang at the Changping Public House.
It was up to him to save his silly son.
The disaster victims were dumbfounded.
"F * ck! So Young Master Li Xian knew the Emperor. No wonder he dared to hit the young master of the Jungong Family. He had the confidence!”
"Young and promising, young and promising!”
"Even His Majesty wants to discuss disaster relief with Young Master Li Xian. Isn't this something that only a high-ranking official like the Prime Minister can discuss? If His Majesty didn't look for the Prime Minister but Young Master Li Xian, then wouldn't Young Master Li Xian be even more powerful than the Prime Minister!”
"Aiya, good people are rewarded. Young Master Li Xian will become the prime minister sooner or later!”
The bustling discussion began again.
Li Xian laughed it off. Adding icing on the cake was indeed the norm of the masses. Fortunately, he had already seen through it and was immune to it.
Otherwise, he would really be floating.
……
"This is the contract."
In the living room, Fang Xuanling took out the contract and handed it to Li Xian.
"According to your request, the inner road will be repaired. Within three years, you can use this official road to transport goods and do business.”
"But we have to say it in advance. Once we encounter important matters such as the army sending troops, we have to give way first.”
Li Xian smiled and nodded.
"This is naturally not a problem.”
Just like in the future, if there was any emergency in private cars, they would have to give way to fire engines and ambulances. This was a sign of responsibility for the safety of the country and the lives of the people.
Although Li Xian was a businessman, he respected these things and naturally would not object.
"There's one more thing."
Fang Xuanling heaved a sigh of relief when he saw how understanding Li Xian was.
"You also need some professionals to help you with the road repair.”
"His Majesty asked me to bring some people from the Ministry of Works for you.”
Li Xian smiled and nodded.
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
People had their own value. Moreover, these were all talents from the Ministry of Works. They would definitely be able to provide professional help.
Li Xian naturally wouldn't refuse and directly accepted it completely.
"Alright, since there are no more questions, this old man will take his leave.”
After Li Xian signed the contract and accepted the manpower from the Ministry of Works, Fang Xuanling stood up and smiled.
"I wonder if the corn can…"
Fang Xuanling wanted to ask if he could give some to him.
After all, he had a good chat with Li Xian this time and would have to deal with him often in the future. They could be considered friends.
It was not too much to ask for some corn as a gift.
Who knew…
"Of course I can sell it to the Duke of Liang. Furthermore, it's a special 20% discount. It's sold outside for the same amount of money.”
Li Xian said with a generous expression.
"How is it? Isn't it nice enough?"
Fang Xuanling didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He was so angry that he didn't know what to say.
Li Xian was too wicked!
Now that he said that, he couldn't say that he didn't want to buy it.
Otherwise, it would be embarrassing if he couldn't afford it.
"Hmm, that's interesting!"
Fang Xuanling rolled his eyes speechlessly and said to the servant beside him.
"Give Brother Li the money!"
……
At the entrance of the Li family's residence, Fang Xuanling was carrying a cart full of corn. There were a total of 100 stalks, which cost 80 strings of coins.
He walked towards Chang 'an.
Li Xian stood at the door and waved his right hand as he shouted loudly.
"Lord Fang, Duke of Liang, Chenghui! Come again next time!"
Fang Xuanling gritted his teeth in anger. This Li Xian really didn't find it embarrassing!
After sending Fang Xuanling off, Li Xian called Li Zhong over.
"Li Zhong, call those people from the Ministry of Works over.”
Li Xian said with a smile.
After all, he was a talent sent by the Ministry of Works. Li Xian needed to receive him formally.
Firstly, it was out of respect for the talents and to give everyone face.
Secondly, they wanted to communicate with each other. They needed to work together on the road construction to avoid unnecessary trouble.
" Young Master, those guys…"
Li Zhong smiled bitterly and hesitated.
"What's wrong? What happened?"
Li Xian frowned.
"If you have something to say, just say it. You know what Young Master hates the most is wasting time.”
Li Zhong shivered and didn't dare to say anything else.
"The Ministry of Works sent a total of 130 people, most of whom are stonemasons and masons. There are only six directors from the Ministry of Works.”
"They smelled that the freshly cooked pancakes were too fragrant, so they fought with the disaster victims for food.”
"The servants didn't give it to me, so they ended up arguing outside.”
Li Xian was speechless.
These six directors of the Ministry of Works were very smug.
If he couldn't control them this time, he wouldn't be able to do the road construction anymore!
"Go, invite them in. Tell them that I have something to tell them.”
Li Xian said with an unfriendly expression.
"Here!"
" Understood!" Li Zhong replied and hurriedly ran out to bring the six managers in.
"The head of the Ministry of Works, Liu Ming, Xie Yun, Shen Xiao..."
"Greetings, Young Master Li!"
Although the six of them bowed to Li Xian, they did not show any respect.
Although Li Xian was their temporary superior and the Emperor wanted them to assist Li Xian in repairing the road, Li Xian was still a businessman.
They were all eighth rank managers of the Ministry of Works, and they were all officials.
He looked down on lowly merchants.
"Yes."
Li Xian was not angry and asked with a smile.
"Milords, it's been hard on you. I heard that you quarreled with the disaster victims outside.”
"It's just some cakes."
"Just tell me how much you want to eat.”
Liu Ming smiled smugly. As expected of a lowly merchant. He was afraid of officials.
" No need. I've eaten three pancakes and I'm full. The next meal…"
Without waiting for Liu Ming to finish, Li Xian directly continued.
"Three, then let's settle the bill.”
Li Xian smiled.
"One hundred strings."
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