Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity-Chapter 771 - 607 Results

If it were those who aren’t favored, the Emperor would surely be furious. It’s quite normal for it to implicate their family as well, after all, it’s over a million taels!

"Exactly! Who would’ve thought the Xia Family could cut such a big piece this time, that old fellow must feel like being cut to the bone."

Yin Kun felt relieved thinking about this, what’s more, the Emperor was very satisfied with the task he completed this time.

Gu Chengyu coldly snorted as well; over a million taels of silver wouldn’t really harm the Xia Family, otherwise, they wouldn’t give it up so readily.

"It’s just a pity that the account book wasn’t obtained, or else rising a rank in three years wouldn’t be impossible!"

Yin Kun was quite regretful, this was an opportunity.

At that time, he was only focused on the silver, afraid someone might take it, neglecting this little illegitimate son.

Gu Chengyu, however, smiled and said, "Senior brother need not regret, it’s good that the matter ended this way. Who knows what officials the account book is tied to? If it unveiled a big figure behind it, could senior brother get away unscathed? Life is more important after all."

What Gu Chengyu said made Yin Kun nod repeatedly; this junior brother’s strategy sure is exceptional.

"Moreover, the current calm is about to be disrupted, it’s best for senior brother not to be involved. Even the Emperor won’t make big moves right now, avoiding disturbing this tranquility. Even if senior brother finds those people’s weaknesses, disturbing the waters might be exploited by those with intentions and won’t win the Emperor’s favor."

This is the best ending then, catching some low-ranking officials to account for it, causing no real pain.

The Emperor’s intention wasn’t the same? This was originally a transaction between the Emperor and Xia Qing; if it got bigger, Yin Kun would suffer and even be targeted by those wolves and tigers.

Gu Chengyu knew the ins and outs of the matter and felt it was settled.

Yin Kun put down the teacup, stroked his beard, and gave Gu Chengyu a once-over. This left Gu Chengyu feeling oddly embarrassed.

"Why does senior brother look at me like that?" Gu Chengyu asked with an awkward smile, Yin Kun’s gaze was quite peculiar, they are old acquaintances, aren’t they?

"Why are you so full of tricks? No wonder even the Emperor treats you differently."

Yin Kun smiled, the mentor sure chose rightly; this junior brother is very astute.

Actually, he meant to say even the Emperor could be swayed by him; just such words, after all, are disrespectful.

Though there were only the two of them in the room, is there any wall without ears?

He has always been cautious, such words were unspeakable.

Full of tricks? Gu Chengyu felt a wave of embarrassment, such a metaphor wasn’t complimentary.

"In front of senior brother and mentor, I wouldn’t dare be full of tricks, hmm! No, in front of the Emperor and my parents, I wouldn’t dare either."

With the serious talk aside, Gu Chengyu began to jest.

"You’ve embarrassed Xia Qing and his disciples, you must be cautious in the future. Focus more on your tasks to avoid being caught and used."

Yin Kun knew Xia Qing well, he was a vengeful person.

Perhaps spying from the shadows, waiting for the opportunity to strike.

Moreover, the court is full of their minions, Xia Qing doesn’t even need to act personally; plenty of officials serve Xia Qing.

"Indeed! I’m very careful in daily affairs, bringing the tasks home with me."

Gu Chengyu’s current influence is still weak, unable to compete with Xia Qing.

"Hmm! Now that you have the Emperor’s favor, those people won’t dare to be too excessive. But the Emperor, busy with numerous affairs, won’t summon you frequently; you must be respectful to Mr. Zhang, he is relatively upright."

Yin Kun’s implication Gu Chengyu understood; saying the Emperor previously valued him, would make those that harbor ill intentions defer from acting immediately.

But he had been back to his homeland for over two months now, the Emperor was busy and naturally wouldn’t always remember him, could very well forget about him.

"Indeed, senior brother, I heard Mr. Zhang’s grandson has a stubborn ailment?"

Gu Chengyu thought of when Zhang Hai attributed credit to Min Feng, maybe there were actual reasons behind it?

This matter he had heard a few phrases from Liu Zonghan during a meal, but Liu Zonghan didn’t know the details, Zhang Hai was tight-lipped about it.

"You should’ve inquired earlier, Zhang Hai is after all a Grand Scholar of the Hanlin Academy. You are now stationed at the Hanlin Academy, should understand your superior’s matters."

Gu Chengyu nodded, initially he had made some inquiries. But later he got busy and forgot about it.

"I was just about to ask, just busy lately. If senior brother knows, saves me from sending someone to inquire." Gu Chengyu chuckled.

"Zhang Hai has kept it well-hidden, but in the Capital where, can anything be concealed?"

Yin Kun shook his head and then said, "His grandson is six years old this year, but suffered a strange illness. Initially, it was just difficulty walking on one leg, now neither leg can walk."

Gu Chengyu was a bit surprised upon hearing this, could it be poliomyelitis?

"What did the doctor say after examining?"

According to Yin Kun, suggesting Dayan Dynasty’s doctors, even Imperial Physicians were powerless.

This condition still incurable today, solving it in ancient times naturally more hopeless.

"Said it was atrophy syndrome, this ailment is indeed frightening. Even the Imperial Hospital’s Director diagnosed it powerlessly."

Yin Kun shook his head and sighed, deeply empathetic towards this affliction.

"Atrophy syndrome? I’ve heard of this condition before, curing it is indeed as hard as climbing to the sky."

Gu Chengyu thought about it, it was likely due to improper rest initially when the illness broke out.

Later probably because of poor legs, didn’t exercise much, resulting in deformity and accompanying muscle atrophy.

If still doesn’t exercise, undergo rehabilitation, it’s likely to worsen.

Just don’t know if his spatial pills and spiritual spring water are useful for this ailment, if it can prevent further degeneration, Zhang Hai surely would appreciate him.

"Salt permit has already been implemented with notable results."

Yin Kun suddenly mentioned the salt permit matter, knowing once salt permit yields results, next step would be the tea permit.

"I heard earlier, salt tax was implemented long ago, now just changed form. Compared to previous salt tax, salt permit brings huge benefits to salt merchants, they naturally welcome it. But tea permit is different, once implemented, it will definitely face opposition."

Gu Chengyu wasn’t surprised at smooth implementation of salt permit, which benefits not only small salt merchants but even more so, larger ones.

Yin Kun naturally understood, hence worried about Gu Chengyu’s situation.

"Once tea merchants disapprove, court officials will surely push you out. After all, their profits are harmed, and undoubtedly wait to see the show."

Gu Chengyu smiled brightly, "Since I could propose it, naturally don’t fear these people. Tea merchants are dissatisfied, won’t the common people be dissatisfied too?"

Yin Kun was puzzled, the common people? What does it have to do with them?