Judge of the Song Dynasty Chapter 786: Scare you to death

Lu Huiqing and Zhang Fei are actually old partners. They have done this kind of thing a lot before, and they still maintain a tacit understanding.

The two of them sang in harmony, and Zhao Pian had no chance to interrupt.

You can only watch them perform.

After coming out of the imperial court, Lu Huiqing suddenly whispered: "If the imperial court pays full compensation, the businessman may not be willing to set up an insurance company."

"Seventy percent." Zhang Fei replied immediately.

Lu Huiqing was stunned for a moment, then asked with a smile: "Reason?"

Zhang Fei smiled and said: "First of all, they did not sign a compensation regulation; secondly, the price they paid was actually lower than the cost. The money must have been collected by the water transport officials, and then they used the resources of the court to help them deliver the goods. Goods.

Although this is tacitly approved by the court, it is actually very detrimental to businessmen if they really have to argue in court.

If this case is defined as a case of corruption and bribery, the result is that the water transport officials will most likely be affected, and the businessmen will not be able to receive much compensation. ”

Lu Huiqing said: "Listening to what you said, I think it's worth 50%."

Zhang Fei said: "If it's less than 70%, some of these businessmen may fight to the death, because they have to repay their debts, and the business administration will have to rely on these businessmen to make profits in the future. Don't make the relationship too tense."

Lu Huiqing thought for a while and nodded: "Okay."

Zhang Fei suddenly joked: "Lv Shangshu, why do I always involve something that violates judicial principles every time I talk to you?"

Lu Huiqing chuckled and said: "Each other, each other."

After negotiating with Zhang Fei, Lu Huiqing formally proposed the water transport reform policy to the court before going on vacation.

He did not mention the corruption of water transportation, but put himself in the shoes of water transportation and considered it. This water transportation is related to the lifeline of the economy, but they can only use such broken ships. If the food supply is not available in times of crisis, big trouble will happen.

Or increase spending on water transportation.

But this is obviously not possible. If we directly increase expenditures, no matter how much we throw into this rat pit, it will not improve.

Only by using the business law, we must first carry out comprehensive reforms in water transportation.

Just like the WFP, the imperial court signed contracts with these transportation groups and paid them to transport food.

Lu Huiqing requested that ten independent transportation groups be temporarily established.

There are two each in Northwest, Hebei, and Jingdong East Roads, and four are arranged in Southeast Sixth Road to let them compete with each other.

Of course the reformists are very supportive. This is a huge piece of cake, and Lu Huiqing is definitely an official who knows how to use the reformists.

Fufu.

"This is most likely the result of a discussion between Wang Jiefu and Zhang San."

Wen Yanbo said bluntly: "Lu Huiqing just came back and proposed such a meticulous reform plan. It was obviously arranged long ago."

Fu Bi asked with a smile: "What is their purpose?"

Wen Yanbo said: "Reform water transportation."

Fu Bi said: "This is not a bad thing."

Wen Yanbo shook his head and said: "But it may not be a good thing. With Lu Huiqing's character, he will definitely arrange all his party members into it. Otherwise, how could he be so active, and the public prosecutor and the law may not be able to supervise it. !"

Fu Bi said: "You know this kind of thing, and I also know it. It is impossible for Zhang San to not have thought of it. With his style, he will definitely find a way to tie this matter to the Public Security Bureau, so as to further enhance the authority of the Public Security Law. Zhang Zhang, let’s wait and see.”

The businessman over there originally thought that the procuratorate would take action, and the matter would be a sure thing, with Zhang Fei as the lead prosecutor. However, they never thought that as soon as Lu Huiqing took action, the situation would change again, from prosecution to persuasion.

Businessmen are inherently weak when negotiating with the court.

The news soon spread that the Ministry of Household Affairs did not intend to pay full compensation.

This matter has a huge impact on merchants. Nowadays, more and more goods are coming and going in the capital, and everyone's business is getting bigger and bigger, so transportation has naturally become more and more important.

Fan Yong and Chen Maoqian came to inquire about Zhang Fei.

Bianjing Law Firm.

"Even if the procuratorate files a lawsuit, it is actually difficult to get full compensation." Zhang Fei shook his head and said: "The key is that the compensation regulations were not written in the contract."

Fan Yong said: "I heard that it was the water transport that refused to sign, not that the merchants were unwilling."

Zhang Fei said: "But you have to know that water transport is not a profit-making workshop. It is a special organization. Its powers do not include helping merchants transport goods. Naturally, it does not have the power to sign any compensation regulations. Moreover, there are The regulations are very vague.

Even if the Procuratorate prosecutes, I estimate that the final result may be that the merchants receive partial compensation and the relevant water transportation officials are punished, but I think the businessmen do not want to offend those water transportation officials. ”

Fan Yong asked: "I heard that the imperial court plans to turn water transportation into a business department. Would this be better?"

Zhang Fei said: "It depends on how the regulations are signed. This is their decision, and our procuratorate has no control over it."

Chen Maoqian said: "That's not what they have the final say, and the business administration agency wants to make a profit. Private ships are not allowed to mess around, and the docks are also under their control."

The commercialization of water transportation has made businessmen very worried. If you are not profitable, it is already so terrible. And if you want to pursue profits now, we businessmen will be meat on the chopping board.

After Zhang Fei pretended to ponder for a while, he said: "I have also considered this. If you want to protect your rights and interests, I have a way."

"What solution?" Fan Yong asked anxiously.

There is no sense of surprise at all. Anyone who has discussed business with Zhang Fei knows that his methods are always scary.

Zhang Fei immediately informed them of the insurance transaction.

As expected.

Fan Yong felt dizzy after hearing this, "This is absolutely impossible. There are too many tricks in water transportation."

At this point, he whispered: "Even the common people know that many accidents are caused by their water transport officers and soldiers. If we want to get this insurance, isn't that sending a sheep into a tiger's mouth?"

Chen Maoqian nodded, it sounded really scary.

Zhang Fei smiled and said: "Once a businessman has insurance, he can review and supervise the business agency. You have the capital to negotiate. At least you can intervene and try to avoid such accidents.

This alone is better than that little benefit. Of course, the regulations will also clearly state under what circumstances compensation will be given and what kind of investigation you will conduct. Regarding these, our transportation team has rich experience and can be asked to help. ”

Chen Maoqian felt strange and unbelievable, "Will the Water Games be willing to accept our review and supervision?"

Zhang Fei said: "As long as we get this industry started, they will have to listen even if they don't want to. You also said that they want to make a profit. If they don't have insurance, the merchants will not entrust them with transportation. They are the ones who are in trouble. , not us.

Only in this way can we take control of the initiative, including drafting a contract. In this way, the Public Security Bureau and the Procuratorate can better provide you with protection. ”

Fan Yong and Chen Maoqian suddenly realized that this insurance was used to formulate rules for the competition.

They should not focus solely on money.

Fan Yong said: "Even if we agree, the other businessmen will not agree."

Zhang Fei said: "It will definitely happen. Now all businessmen lack transportation protection, which is also profitable. Just imagine, businessmen must buy insurance, and at the same time we reduce the chance of accidents. This is definitely profitable. Buy and sell.

You go to Xiangguosi and talk to the Ma family to establish an insurance industry led by the three major Jiekupu. ”

Fan Yong nodded and said: "Okay! I'll go and ask first."

Zhang Fei said: "But don't say it was my idea."

Chen Maoqian chuckled and said: "No need to say this, it was your idea as soon as I heard it."

Zhang Fei clicked his tongue: "You know it, but speaking it out is another matter."

After all, Zhang Fei is now an official, and the insurance industry and the court's water transportation reform actually have conflicts of interest, so it is not convenient for him to come forward.

Fan Yong and Chen Maoqian took Zhang Fei's idea and first approached Jiekupu for negotiation. In fact, the main target was Xiangguo Temple.

Because the Ma family and the charity foundation are Zhang Fei's base, and Xiangguo Temple represents the interests of another group of people. Precisely because of this, Xiangguo Temple is very tempted.

Because Xiangguosi knows that it is not just interests, but also power.

However, Xiangguo Temple is also more cautious and requires merchants from various guilds to be called in and asked to see if they really need it. After all, buying insurance will also increase transportation costs.

There is no need to ask. Businessmen agree with both hands and feet. Although the cost has increased, the risk is also small. The risk of water transportation is most likely man-made. After all, it is not sea transportation. No one wants to worry about themselves. Your life is in the hands of others, and if you are not careful, you will lose everything.

Nowadays, the commercialization of water transportation must be monopolized. Otherwise, how to make profits? It is difficult for private companies to compete, especially for long-distance transportation.

As long as the insurance price is not outrageous, they are absolutely willing to buy it.

Household Department.

"Lv Shangshu, I heard that those businessmen are planning to come up with an insurance plan to fight against our business administration."

"Insurance?"

Lu Huiqing pretended to be confused and looked at Deng Wan.

Deng Wan immediately informed Lu Huiqing of everything he knew, and said: "I have already inquired about it. Their intention is to supervise our business department.

If our ships are not insured and do not meet the standards, merchants will not use our ships. Don’t they want to take advantage of us? ”

Lu Huiqing smiled and said, "There's nothing wrong with that."

Deng Wan looked at Lu Huiqing in surprise.

Lu Huiqing said: "This business method, to put it simply, is to turn it into a business. No matter what, we have to make a profit. What they do is just increasing the transportation cost. They are willing to bear it, so why don't we? ”

Deng Wan said: "But this is not just a matter of money, but also a matter of power. They will have the final say at that time."

Lu Huiqing said: "Power is to ensure that they can only use our ships, and we are profitable, and the rest is nothing."

After saying this, he paused for a moment, "Besides, who do you think are behind Xiangguo Temple? If the prince's goods are lost, how much trouble will it cause for us."

Deng Wan frowned and said: "Yes! If water transportation is commercialized, we will have to transport the goods of the Queen Mother and the Prince in the future."

Legislative Council.

"Insurance Law."

Wen Yanbo couldn't help but laugh: "This Zhang San is really full of evil ideas!"

Sima Guang said: "I think the design of this insurance law is very subtle. After all, this business agency belongs to the imperial court. It is difficult for the imperial court to supervise the imperial court and avoid the situation of self-stealing. Whoever has the greatest impact will be supervised. , which is undoubtedly more reasonable. Moreover, in this way, the public prosecutor and the law can better intervene, because businessmen must rely on the public prosecutor and the law to protect their rights and interests."

Fu Bi smiled and said: "Actually, Zhang San has always done this. In terms of understanding of the ancestors' methods, I am still far behind him!"

Isn’t this still a guideline of precaution and adaptation?

Just as he was talking, Lu Gongzhu suddenly entered the hall, "You may not know yet, but the official has just issued an order for Zhang San to go to the northwest for inspection."

Wen Yanbo frowned and said, "You still want him to go on inspection?"

That boy's inspection was too unreliable and just perfunctory. It would be better to let him stay in the capital to deal with water transportation.

Lv Gong wrote: "This is different from the last time. It is said that there is another mission."

Sima Guang asked hurriedly: "What mission?"

Lv Gong wrote: "It is to implement the public security law in prefectures and other places."

Fu Bi and Wen Yanbo immediately understood.

In fact, Su Zhe wrote about this issue in a letter. They were powerless to do anything about it. Places like Fuzhou are extremely special. Even taxes are calculated for the Zhe Family Army. After the Public Security Bureau and the Procuratorate are removed, they will not be able to gain a foothold. , the imperial court did not allow them to implement public security laws there.

Wen Yanbo asked again: "Can Zhang San do it?"

Sima Guang said: "If he can't do it, then no one can."

Zhang Fei doesn't have much energy to take care of insurance and business affairs departments now. In fact, he doesn't know much about it. Although he proposed the business law, he only provided plans and analyzed them. The stakes and the specific arrangements are all determined by Wang Anshi and others.

Splitting water transportation is a very complicated project. There must be countless problems, and only capable ministers and officials like Lu Huiqing can handle them.

Of course, Lu Huiqing also enjoyed it very much. Many officials had to fawn on him.

As for the insurance industry, Zhang Fei is only responsible for drafting the contract, but how to calculate the specific costs and how to compensate, Zhang Fei also lets the businessmen do the totals themselves. After all, the current environment and risks are different from those in the future, Zhang Fei They don't know this either, so they have to figure it out themselves.

Zhang Fei has now shifted his focus to the west.

The environment of the Song Dynasty was actually a whole game of chess. No matter where you moved from the west, south or north, it would definitely affect the overall situation.

Once you make a bad move, you lose everything.

You must be very careful!

These days, he has been negotiating with Li Bao and the weapons supervisor to secretly transfer the craftsmen, tools and some finished weapons to the northwest.

After the spring of the next year, Zhang Fei immediately set off for the northwest. This time Cao Dongdong did not follow him, because this was a highly confidential matter that had to be kept secret not only from the outside but also from the inside.

Having said that, Cao Dongdong doesn’t want to go either, it’s not interesting at all.

Zhang Fei did not say to visit Hezhong Mansion first, but pretended to be a caravan and went straight to Yanzhou.

Over there, Zhonge, Zhe Jishi, Zhe Jizu, and Yao Si had received the news in advance and all rushed to Yanzhou secretly.

By the time Zhang Fei arrived, the banquet was already on the table.

"Generals, you are well."

"Thank you to the Chief Justice for keeping me in mind. Everything is fine for us. I still remember that back then, Mr. Quan Meng, the Chief Justice, was selfless and restored my innocence. Zhong always wanted to express his gratitude to the Chief Justice."

Zhong E immediately clasped his fists and said.

They were very grateful to Zhang Fei, because that military trial not only solved the trouble of breeding, but also gave them more military freedom. They no longer feared that civil servants would gossip in front of the emperor, and at worst, go to the imperial court. Talk about innocence.

So, when they learned that Zhang Fei was coming, they rushed here as soon as possible.

Zhang Fei smiled and said: "Don't be too busy thanking me. I believe you have also heard about it and know why I am here?"

A few people glanced at each other.

Zhang Fei nodded again and said: "Yes, I am here to implement the public security law."

Zhe Jishi said: "President, we all very much support the Public Prosecution Law, and we also know that the Public Prosecution Law is beneficial and harmless to our generals, but..."

At this point, he hesitated to speak.

Zhang Fei said: "But the situation in border states is very different from other states and counties, because everything here is prepared for war, which is inconsistent with the legal system."

Zhe Jishi nodded.

You said it better than I thought.

Zhang Fei smiled and said: "All generals are straightforward people, and I don't want to beat around the bush. This time it is imperative. Because this is related to the main purpose of my coming here."

"Main purpose?"

Zhong E was surprised and said: "Isn't the main purpose of the Chief Justice coming here to implement the public prosecutor's law?"

Zhang Fei said: "This is just an excuse. The real purpose of my coming here is the top secret of our Song Dynasty. Currently, only the officials and I know it. Therefore, if even a single sentence of this conversation is leaked, no one will know about it in the future. I can’t protect you.”

The generals suddenly became restless.

Yao Si trembled and asked, "I wonder what the president's purpose is here?"

Zhang Fei said: "Destroy Xixia."

They were immediately overjoyed.

Zhang Fei added: "But currently, no one in the DPRK or the Central Government supports the Prime Minister, so as long as it is leaked, it will definitely be stillborn."

A few people looked at each other again.

Somewhat confused.

If the prime minister doesn’t support it, can this destroy Xixia?

I’ve never heard of it!

Zhe Jizu asked: "How can such a big event be concealed?"

Zhang Fei said: "Everyone knows that next year Queen Liang of Xixia will have to return power to the young master of Xixia."

Zhong E immediately said: "Of course we know this, and we also know that Empress Liang does not intend to return power to the young master, and is currently weakening some of the forces supporting their young master and ministers.

In fact, there are already people who are secretly communicating with us, looking for a way out for themselves. And we are preparing to report this information to the court. If there is civil strife in Xixia, this will be an excellent opportunity to attack Xixia. ”

Zhe Jizu and the others also nodded frequently.

Zhang Fei smiled and said: "It's too late."

"Too late?"

"Wang Shao reported this situation to the officials last year, which is also the reason for my trip."

".!"

When Wang Shao was mentioned, their expressions were very ugly.

The Western Army fully felt that the finances had become so good, and it was all Wang Shao's fault.

Zhang Fei said: "The officials have also decided to let Wang Shao serve as the commander-in-chief of the entire plan."

Zhe Jizu couldn't help it immediately, "These literati are really good at taking credit. They just defeated a few small tribes and suffered a huge defeat in the process. Why should they be the commander-in-chief?"

They also expressed their dissatisfaction.

He has only fought one war, and it is still a highly divided Tubo. It is so unfair to make him the commander-in-chief!

Zhang Fei explained: "The reason why the officials decided to let Wang Shao serve as the commander-in-chief of this plan is because this plan is to create civil strife in Xixia."

Before Zhang Fei finished speaking, Zhong E said: "We can also use this kind of alienation technique, and we use it more than Wang Shao. Isn't that how Suizhou was captured?"

Zhang Fei smiled and said: "I dare to ask you, are you cunning as a scholar?"

"No."

"Are any of your literary men ruthless?"

"No."

"Then it's over."

Zhang Fei said: "This kind of task should be done by literati."

Zhejizu was dissatisfied, "But literati don't know how to fight, and the problem will ultimately be resolved through war."

"This is my second point."

Zhang Fei said: "Did you know that after the expansion of the Xihe River, the Liao people deployed troops and generals in the northern border?"

The four nodded.

Zhang Fei said: "Which of you is sure that while attacking Xixia, you can also resist the possible southward movement of the Liao people?"

Everyone was silent now.

The generals are still very honest. Although the Western Army's combat effectiveness is very strong, compared with the Liao Army, it is only half a pound at best, not to mention fighting on two fronts.

Zhong E said: "Can Wang Shao do it?"

"He can't do it either."

Zhang Fei said: "Although this plan is to eliminate Xixia, it does not require general mobilization and all troops coming out. If that is the case, the officials will definitely not let Wang Shao serve as commander-in-chief."

Zhong E wondered: "How can we eliminate Xixia without large-scale mobilization? Is Wang Shao capable of this?"

Zhang Fei said: "Of course he doesn't have this ability. When I came back, I brought a brand new weapon. The whole plan is to split Xixia, slowly eat away at Xixia, and then use the battlefield to experiment with this brand new weapon. , to prepare for taking back the Sixteenth Prefecture of Yanyun in the future."

The four of them were shocked.

This plan is getting more and more terrifying the more I hear about it.

And this is what Zhang Fei wants. He wants to make this plan so terrifying that they will not dare to be the commander-in-chief.

Only in this way will they be willing to obey Wang Shao's arrangements.

Sleepless night.

The next day, Zhong E and the others stared at the dark circles and followed Zhang Fei to a deep mountain and old forest, but saw that there were many obstacles inside.

This made Zhonge and the others frightened.

"President, who are they?" Zhe Jishi asked uneasily.

He is now the commander-in-chief of Yanzhou. There is an extra army here, but he has no idea about it. This is really terrible.

Zhang Fei smiled and said: "Have you ever heard of the Security Department of the Song Dynasty?"

Zhe Jishi nodded and said, "I heard a little bit about it."

Zhang Fei said: "They are people from the Security Department of the Song Dynasty. They are responsible for collecting information about Xixia. It is not your fault that you are not aware of it."

Zhe Jishi and others can't help but feel their hair standing on end. Our every move is under their surveillance.

However, what surprised them even more was yet to come.

Boom boom boom!

After a burst of artillery fire, ten stone bullets destroyed all the wooden frames and low walls built in front.

Zhonge and the others were dumbfounded.

He hurriedly came to the cannon again.

"Did the stone just come out of this gadget?" Zhong E said in disbelief.

Zhang Fei nodded and said: "This is still a test product, and there will be something more powerful in the future."

A few people couldn't help but gasp.

Zhe Jizu said: "If it is more powerful, it can completely replace the catapult. This weapon is much more convenient than the catapult."

Zhang Fei said with a smile: "It's easy to attack the city and take out the stronghold. Have you ever thought about it, we can also use a carriage to pull this firearm to fight the enemy in the field."

A few people were startled, and their eyes suddenly flashed.

Afterwards, Zhang Fei asked someone to take out the musket and demonstrate it again.

Zhong E looked slightly disappointed and said: "This firearm is not as powerful as that gadget. Bows and arrows are much easier to use than this firearm."

Zhang Fei smiled and said: "How long does it take you to train an archer? My firearm can be used as long as the hands and feet are sound, and with continuous improvement, its power can continue to increase, which is something that bows and arrows do not have."

Yao Si nodded and said: "That's true. Human arm strength is limited, and firearms rely on gunpowder, so their power can be increased."

Zhang Fei said: "If we want to send troops to Xixia, we have to include the Liao Kingdom. If we send troops on a large scale, the Liao Kingdom will definitely not sit idly by and let us destroy Xixia.

So the plan is to make the entire war very long. We will not directly send troops into Xixia, but will send firearms teams to support their domestic forces against Empress Liang. While testing firearms, we will slowly weaken Xixia. , and this will not force the Liao Kingdom to directly send troops, wait until the time is right, and then wipe out Xixia in one fell swoop. ”

Zhong E said: "If that's the case, aren't you afraid of making wedding clothes for their young master?"

Zhang Fei smiled and said: "This is back to why we implemented the public security law in the border states and let Wang Shaolai serve as commander-in-chief. I believe you also know the situation in the Xihe area."

They gradually understood something.

Zhang Fei said: "We need to win over people's hearts through the public security system, and directly swallow Xixia from the people's hearts and incorporate it into our territory of the Song Dynasty. If we forcefully occupy it, I'm afraid there will be endless troubles. With all due respect, you still think you are qualified. ?"

A few people looked at each other.

Silence.

This is too complicated, and it is not a simple divorce plan. Their minds are in a mess now, and they don't know how to start.

Zhang Fei added: "But don't worry, everyone will decide on the candidates for the Public Security Bureau, the Procuratorate, and the Judiciary. The officials will not send other officials."

"Really?"

Zhe Jizu said in surprise.

Zhang Fei nodded and said: "Because the officials believe that no one cares more about the stability of the people on the border than you. Without the support of public opinion, you cannot win any war.

At the same time, you can also formulate relevant rules based on the special circumstances of the border states, as long as they do not violate the temporary law. ”