The barefooted were not afraid of those wearing shoes.
This was the situation in front of him.
No one dared to bet on whether Wei Zhongxian really dared to kill someone. After all, if he failed, all his relatives would be killed.
The smile on Wei Zhongxian's face faded a little as he said sinisterly,""Prince Consort Jiao, Marquis Tranquil Yang, why aren't you saying anything? Could it be that you're unwilling to contribute to the country?"
"Swoosh!"
Jiao Jing and Chen Mao's expressions changed at the same time when they heard this. Their hearts were somewhat heavy.
They also understood that if they did not pay the money today, they would not be able to leave the British Public House.
"Governor Wei, you must be joking. As distinguished officials, we are one with the imperial court. Now that Great Ming is in danger, we should take out money to help Great Ming tide over the difficulties.”
Jiao Jing said unnaturally with a smile on his face.
Chen Mao answered Jiao Jing's words and said in a deep voice,""Yes, yes. Governor Wei, don't think too much. Xun Gui is deeply indebted to the Emperor. Now that Great Ming is in danger, we will naturally do our best to help.”
With the example of the British Public House, the two of them knew very well that they would definitely have to pay a huge price today. Otherwise, Wei Zhongxian would definitely not be able to make it through.
However, instead of making wild guesses, it was better to let Wei Zhongxian give a clear number.
"The loyalty of the two of you to Great Ming can be seen by the sun and the moon. When I return, I will definitely report to wangye.”
"However, as the saying goes, words have no basis. In my opinion, the two of you might as well take out ten thousand taels of gold each and support Great Ming with practical actions.”
Wei Zhongxian said to Jiao Jing and Chen Mao with a smile on his face.
At this moment, he perfectly explained what it meant to be humble after being arrogant, and what it meant to be a villain.
As long as they paid, they were good brothers.
If you don't pay, I'll kill your entire family.
"Ten thousand gold taels!"
Jiao Jing and Chen Mao's hearts sank when they heard this, and their expressions became extremely ugly.
The two of them looked at each other. They seriously suspected that Wei Zhongxian had investigated their family's assets in advance.
"Governor Wei, isn't ten thousand taels of gold a bit too much? We simply can't take out that much money.”
Jiao Jing frowned and said.
Although the British Public House was an example, he was still shocked by Wei Zhongxian's words.
Chen Mao nodded and complained," Yes, Governor Wei, please make an exception. We are not alone. We still have a large family to feed. Ten thousand taels of gold is too much."”
Wei Zhongxian's face darkened. He looked at Jiao Jing and Chen Mao sharply and said coldly,""Prince Consort Jiao, Marquis Ning Yang, if I give you an exception, will Wala give Da Ming an exception? You are so reluctant to part with just some money. It seems that your loyalty to Great Ming is really worth discussing.”
Not a single cent less.
Just as Jiao Jing and Chen Mao had thought, before he decided to take action against the British Public House, he had already investigated the situation in the families of the dignitaries and ministers in the city. It was not much and was extremely accurate, but he had a general understanding.
"Sigh…"
Jiao Jing and Chen Mao looked at each other and sighed in their hearts at the same time. Their faces were filled with helplessness."Governor Wei, let's get the money."
They had to take the money. Didn't they hear Wei Zhongxian implicate the matter with their loyalty to Big Ming? If they didn't pay obediently, Beijing would probably post a notice saying that the two families intended to collude with the enemy tomorrow.
I am the fish on the chopping block.
Facing Zhu Qiyu, who controlled the entire army and was domineering and overbearing, the current them had no way of resisting at all. Fortunately, they could still take out ten thousand gold taels despite gritting their teeth. This could be considered a blessing in disguise.
"That's right, Prince Consort Jiao, Marquis Ning Yang, I just said something a bit heavy, please don't take it to heart. I had no choice, everything I did was for Great Ming.”
When Wei Zhongxian heard that Jiao Jing and Chen Mao had agreed to take the money, he immediately became kind again. He held their hands and flattered them.
Jiao Jing and Chen Mao looked at Wei Zhongxian, who had suddenly become extremely enthusiastic after asking about their well-being. Their expressions were very unnatural.
...
A moment later!
The money from the Duke of England, Jiao Jing, and Chen Mao had been transferred into his account, totaling 70,000 gold taels.
Wei Zhongxian smiled and walked to Zhang He, Jiao Jing, and Chen Mao. He handed them a name list."I'll have to trouble the three of you to sign here. Your highness and big Ming will not forget your contributions to big Ming.”
"Humph!"
Zhang Rong snorted lightly and picked up a pen to sign his name at the top of the register.
He knew why Wei Zhongxian wanted him to sign. If he could, he wouldn't have signed, but he couldn't decide whether to sign or not.
Since he had to sign it in the end, he couldn't be bothered to waste time with Wei Zhongxian.
At this moment, he only wanted to send Wei Zhongxian away as soon as possible and then think of a way to get back at him.
Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!
Jiao Jing and Chen Mao saw that Zhang Wei had signed it, so they didn't hesitate and obediently went forward to sign it.
Wei Zhongxian picked up the name list and looked at it. He cupped his hands at Zhang He, Jiao Jing, and Chen Mao and said with a smile,""The three of you, it's getting late. You should rest early. I still have things to do, so I won't disturb you.”
After saying that, he waved his hand at the group of East Chamber foreigners."Bring the gold and let's go."
Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!
The group of East Chamber foreigners came quickly and left quickly.
"Hu hu hu…"
When the people from the British Public House saw Wei Zhongxian and the East Chamber natives leave, they all heaved a sigh of relief.
What happened tonight was definitely a nightmare for them.
Jiao Jing looked at Wei Zhongxian's back and spat on the ground. He cursed with a gloomy face,""I really don't know where King Hun found such a mad dog. If he falls into my hands one day, I will definitely make him suffer.”
Zhang Rong's eyes flickered, but he remained silent.
"Third Master, we can't just let this matter go. From the name list, we might be Wei Zhongxian's first target.”
Chen Mao's stomach was also filled with anger. He had led his army to war and had never suffered such humiliation. He had to take revenge.
Zhang Fu waved his hand and said to Zhang Fu,""Second brother, go comfort Mao.”
Without waiting for a reply, he turned to Jiao Jing and Chen Mao and said,""Come, let's talk in the study."
......
Outside the British Public House!
Wei Zhongxian divided his forces. He had some of the East Chamber foreigners deliver 70,000 taels of gold to the Imperial Palace, while he led the remaining East Chamber foreigners to the Duke of Cheng Mansion.
Although the relationship between the nobility and the nobility in the capital was complicated, in summary, there were only three branches.
The Northern Conquest Branch, the British Public House!
The line of the old ministers of the King Yan Residence, the Duke of Cheng's Residence!
Jingnan Surrender Faction: Duke Dingguo's Mansion!
As for the branch of the Duke of Qian of Yunnan, although there was also a group of dignitaries under his command, their roots were in Yunnan and had nothing to do with the dignitaries in the capital, so they could not be counted as targets.
At present, they had already taken down the most powerful Public House of England. As long as they could take down the Duke of Cheng and Duke Dingguo's Public Houses, who among the nobles in the city would dare to not fork out money?
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