"Old Master! Old Master! Big news! Big news! "
Chongren Lane, Cao Family's courtyard.
A servant in a green shirt and a grey hat rushed in and said as he ran.
Old Master Cao was flipping through the latest issue of Datang Daily. Datang Daily had developed to this point. Other than reporting on recent news, there were also many business opportunities in it. For example, there was a shortage of coal in Bing Province and Qinzhou. For businessmen, if they could capture business opportunities immediately, it meant that there was a chance to make money!
"What's the fuss about?"
Cao Wendong frowned when he heard the servant's shouting outside.
"Old Master! Big news! Today, a notice was posted in front of the Warm Tang Foundation. It says that from this year onwards, the person who donates the most money will be rewarded with the title of Righteous Merchant! "
The servant pushed the door open and bowed.
If the superiors were good, the subordinates would be even better!
Cao Wendong had wanted the title of Righteous Merchant for a long time. The servants of the Cao Family naturally paid attention to this news. Wasn't there a servant who came to report the news as soon as it was released?
Smack!
Cao Wendong slammed the newspaper on the table and stood up. "What? The Yanhuang Chamber of Commerce wants to give the person who donates the most money the title of Righteous Merchant? "
The servant replied, "Yes, Old Master!"
Cao Wendong's eyes widened and his breathing quickened. He said, "Is the source reliable?"
The servant said confidently, "Don't worry, Old Master. I personally saw the notice posted in front of the Warm Tang Foundation. It can't be fake!"
Huff ~!
Cao Wendong took a deep breath. His eyes flashed and he immediately ordered, "Get the seven shopkeepers to come to me immediately!"
"Yes! Old Master! "
.....
"Sigh! There's no hope for our Lin Family this year! "
Some families were happy, while others were sad. When Lin Wenyuan of the Lin Family heard the news, his face was full of worry. This was because the Lin Family's money was all tied up in the Yan Huang Chamber of Commerce. Currently, there was not much money circulating in their accounts. The so-called "first good deed" of the year was something that the Lin Family would not be able to get.
"Master, Hao 'er is familiar with Han Xiao. Why don't we let him ask Han Xiao to beg the Marquis of Yong' an to release a batch of bicycles for our family? They will definitely sell well! When the time comes, I'll have extra money! "
Madam Lin thought of an idea and said.
"No!"
Lin Wenyuan didn't even think about it and directly refused. "It's Hao 'er's good fortune to be friends with Mr. Han. We can't ruin their friendship because of such a small benefit! Even if they had a batch of bicycles now, it would be too late! The Cao Family is even more prepared. We can't compare to them no matter what! Now it seems that we can only fight for it next year! "
"… Master is right!"
…
"Zhang Jingyang of Huaiyuan House donated 10,000 strings of cash to Nuantang Foundation!"
"Murong Yunhai of Yong Ping Square donated 20,000 strings of cash to Nuan Tang Foundation!"
"Qi Hesheng of Changshou Square donated 10,000 strings of cash to Nuan Tang Foundation!"
The Warm Tang Foundation, which had been quiet for almost ten days, suddenly became lively again. All kinds of "large donations" came in, attracting circle after circle of passersby. The popularity of the event was even greater than before.
"Yo! Why are there so many people donating money today? "
"And they're all donating 10,000 strings of cash. What's going on?"
"Tsk! Didn't you see the notice on the door? From this year onwards, the Nuan Tang Foundation will give the title of "Righteous Merchant" to the businessman who donates the most money every year! It's already the end of the year. Aren't those who want the title of "Righteous Merchant" in a hurry? "
"Oh! I was wondering why that was. So that's why! "
"Hey! This way, the Nuan Tang Foundation can receive more donations and help more poor people in the future! "
"Of course! I saw the students of Yanhuang College in Xinfeng County yesterday delivering coal stoves and clothes to Zhao Ermazi's family! The Nuan Tang Foundation is really doing this for our good! "
"Your Majesty is wise!"
The people gathered outside the Nuan Tang Foundation's gate and discussed. At the same time, they were praising the notice because they all knew that the more donations the Nuan Tang Foundation received, the more poor people would be able to improve their lives. This was a great merit, and at the same time, something that could benefit them!
"Chongren Lane's Cao Wendong donates 50,000 strings of cash to the Nuan Tang Foundation!"
Suddenly, a clap of thunder blasted through the entire An Yi Lane. Everyone was stunned!
"50,000 strings of cash! Old Master Cao is so generous! "
"Oh my god! Old Master Cao is too kind! This year's Righteous Merchant is definitely going to be him! "
"Of course! In addition to the previous donation, Master Cao has donated a total of 60,000 strings of cash! "
…
Li Er did not know that the people were praising him. However, when he heard about the notice posted by the Nuan Tang Foundation after the morning assembly, his old face immediately darkened!
"Bastard! That brat dares to make a decision on his own? Who gave him the guts? "
Li Er slammed the table and stood up angrily.
"Your Majesty, please calm down!"
Empress Zhangsun brought a bowl of lotus seed soup over and happened to see Li Er throwing a tantrum. She quickly came over to console him.
"Hmph! Guanyin, look! Isn't that brat getting bolder and bolder? "
Li Er threw the booklet in his hand on the table and snorted.
Empress Zhangsun put down the lotus seed soup and picked up the booklet. She opened it and read it seriously. A moment later, she frowned and said hesitantly, "Your Majesty, I feel that with the Duke of Yong 'an's personality, he would not act on his own in the face of such an important matter. Your Majesty, please think carefully. Did you promise the Duke of Yong' an to do this?"
Li Er raised his eyebrows. "Guanyin, you don't believe me?"
"I wouldn't dare!"
Empress Zhangsun hurriedly bowed. "Your Majesty is busy every day, so it's inevitable that you will remember some things incorrectly. Although the Duke of Yong 'an is somewhat frivolous on the surface, he would not be so rash when it comes to matters of right and wrong. Therefore, I would like to be so bold as to ask Your Majesty to recall!"
Li Er shook his head. "I might remember other things incorrectly, but I will not remember this matter! At the time, Li Zexuan asked me to give rewards to merchants who donated a large amount of money, so I gave him a Righteous Merchant spot! But that was clearly starting from next year. That brat probably took advantage of a loophole again! Hmph! He's getting bolder and bolder! "
The specific situation that day was:
"Enough! Enough! I will grant you a Righteous Merchant spot every year! "
"Your Majesty! Then does this year count? "
"Scram!"
Li Er's original intention was to start from next year, but he did not expect that Li Zexuan would take advantage of a loophole again.
"Your Majesty! This … Although the Duke of Yong 'an might have taken advantage of a loophole, considering that he did it for the sake of the people, you should not blame him, right? "
Empress Zhangsun held back her laughter and persuaded.
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