Chapter 563 Preparations
Just after the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, the construction team from the Ministry of Industry entered the house to build the princess's wedding room.
The leader of the team is an old acquaintance, Tian Wenyuan, a doctor from the Ministry of Industry.
The Ministry of Industry has four branches: the first is the Ministry of Industry, the second is the Ministry of Tuntian, the third is the Ministry of Yu, and the fourth is the Ministry of Water. The Ministry of Works under this branch can be called the headquarters of the Ministry of Works. It has great power and is in charge of all construction tasks, including the dredging of cities, the repair of civil engineering, the procedures of craftsmen, and the measurement of longitude. The military governors and Yuanwai Lang were in charge of the political orders of the military all over the world.
It can be said that he controls most of the business of the Ministry of Industry Yamen.
In comparison, the Department of Water Resources of Yubu where Fang Jun once worked is simply soy sauce...
Although Tian Wenyuan was a doctor in the Sixth Department and was classified as an official of the sixth rank, he was not as good as Fang Xuanling at all, so he could only hand over to Fang Jun face to face.
He treated Fang Jun very respectfully, completely putting himself in a low position, and regarded Fang Jun as a senior officer in the past.
"How are you doing, Erlang? Haha, since you were transferred from the Ministry of Works, everyone has missed you very much. However, you have become famous all over the world, so we don't dare to visit you."
Tian Wenyuan bent over with a flattering look on his face.
Today is different from the past.
Back in the yamen of the Ministry of Industry, Tian Wenyuan still had some thoughts when facing Fang Jun. When he got brave enough, he dared to say a few words in a non-negative manner. But now, he has already become famous all over the world. Not only is his poetic talent unparalleled, but he is also highly praised by many great scholars. The title of "the most handsome man in Guanzhong" alone makes Tian Wenyuan's heart tremble...
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Take a look, who are the people under their fists and feet?
Prince, important minister, emperor's son-in-law, son of aristocratic family!
I don’t know enough about my little identity...
People go to higher places, water flows to lower places, and those who know the current affairs are heroes.
Fang Jun was not embarrassed at all.
People keep a low profile, so they don't have to worry about the little unpleasantness of the past.
Picking up the tea cup in front of him and signaling Tian Wenyuan to relax and drink tea by himself, Fang Jun asked casually: "What is the budget for this project?"
Tian Wen saw Fang Jun's calm and easy-going expression, and put down the little worries in his heart. He felt relaxed and replied: "I want Erlang to know that there are regulations for princesses and princes' residences. Generally speaking, princesses The construction cost of the mansion is about 50,000 yuan , the prince's residence is doubled. Of course, the rules are not rigid, and it also depends on the situation. For example, the subordinates were responsible for the construction of the residence of His Highness the King of Wei, both inside and outside, but it cost no less than three dollars. One hundred thousand coins..."
Fang Jun was relieved.
In any era, there are policies from above and countermeasures from below.
Prices are now extremely stable, and Kaiyuan Tongbao's purchasing power is extremely strong. A bucket of rice only costs four or five cents. Calculated at five cents per dou of rice, conventional money can buy two hundred dou of rice, which is twenty shi. In the Tang Dynasty, one stone was about sixty kilograms. Based on the average rice price of one and a half kilograms before Fang Jun crossed over, one tael of silver was equivalent to The purchasing power of RMB 3,600.
The cost of building the residence of King Li Tai of Wei was 300,000 yuan, which was equivalent to more than one billion yuan. It was a sky-high price.
This is only the construction cost of the house, not counting the utensils, antiques, calligraphy and paintings in the house...
Of course Fang Jun would not be so stupid as to compare with King Li Tai of Wei.
But naturally I won't let it go without taking advantage of it.
He also worked in the Ministry of Industry and knew some of the tricks here. "Budget overrun" is not just a modern thing, it was even more common in ancient times.
Fang Jun nodded and said: "Within the scope of your operation, try to increase the budget as much as possible. The garden to the east of my house seems to be the house of a soldier in Prince Zheng's mansion. Prince Zheng has been implicated recently. I heard that That ice soldier Cao is about to be transferred to Yan County, Yuezhou. I guess this house won't be of much use. Come forward and talk to him. Buy it for someone at whatever price you want, and then connect it with the government. "< br>
Tian Wenyuan thought about it for a moment, looked troubled, and said cautiously: "Erlang's instructions, there is no problem. But in this way, the area of your mansion will be increased by half. If it is fully expanded, not to mention the time or not, the cost will probably be ten thousand." Wan Guan is not enough..."
His authority can only fluctuate from the original limit of 50,000 guan in the Princess Mansion to 18,000 guan. Any more would have exceeded the limit of the rules. Once someone was held accountable, it would be a charge of malfeasance, which he couldn't afford.
Fang Jun put down the tea cup and said with a smile: "I won't make it difficult for you. Whatever the shortfall is, I will make up for it. But there is only one thing, the best materials and the best craftsmanship. If you are not satisfied with anything, be careful that I will come to you." trouble.”
Tian Wenyuan was sweating a little.
Fortunately, this man only asked for materials and craftsmanship, and did not intend to take any advantage. This fact made Tian Wenyuan quite admired.
Countless mansions are being renovated and built in Beijing every year. Which of those official families doesn't want to take advantage of the opportunity to get a piece of meat from the Ministry of Works? Every time, Tian Wenyuan had to deal with it carefully. He couldn't let others take advantage of him. He was always a respectable court minister, and when he was annoyed, he would give himself, a sixth-grade official, little shoes for something. It was even worse if he took too many advantages! How stupid would it be to trap yourself in order not to offend others?
The room is bright and spacious!
Tian Wenyuan relaxed in his heart and patted his chest and said: "Don't worry, Erlang! Since the construction of this house started, Xiaguan will live and eat here. He will keep an eye on you with his eyes open. If there is any ambiguity, please contact Xiaguan." Speak!”
Fang Jun was very satisfied. He was a good guy, so he smiled and said, "So, Brother Laotian is here?"
Tian Wenyuan was overjoyed.
These are all brothers, which shows that his response has caught Fang Er's eye.
The common people may not know Fang Jun's potential. They only see that he has no official position and is dressed in white. But how can Tian Wenyuan, who is in the system, not know? This person is just disadvantaged by his age. After a few years of settling down, with his own ability and his status as the Prime Minister and the Emperor's son-in-law, he is a proper official. If he can even be decentralized to the ruling party, he can be a feudal official. !
This good relationship is finally forged!
Tian Wenyuan secretly decided that he must work hard to build the princess mansion this time and make Fang Jun satisfied.
The thoughts in my heart were spinning, and I suddenly remembered something. I looked around and lowered my voice and said: "Since Erlang trusts the official so much, the official should reciprocate the favor. A few days ago, a batch of nanmu was shipped from Sichuan. They were all of the best quality. The wood was originally intended to be used by many members of the royal family to repair their mansions, but the conspiracy suddenly broke out. Since many people are involved, this project will naturally be delayed. If Erlang is interested, the official can transfer this batch of wood and use it for your house first. Later, the official will have Shuzhong transport it to fill the upper chamber. Yes. It’s just that the quality of this batch of nanmu is very good, and many people are staring at it. Look..."
Fang Jun understood instantly.
He said grandly: "You can just transfer it. Money is not a problem. I will make sure that Mr. Tian can make it right. In addition, if there are any good materials, you can use them at your own discretion. Just tell someone, and the accounts will definitely let you Another explanation.”
In this era of supremacy of kingship, money is sometimes useless.
There are many rare materials, which are mainly used by the royal family, and other people cannot buy them even if they have money. The Ministry of Industry is in charge of the renovation and construction of the royal family, so there must be a lot of good things in hand. These are all good things that even money can't buy.
Fang Jun is not short of money, so he naturally chooses good things to use. As long as they don't exceed the limit, there will be no problem.
Tian Wenyuan raised his thumb and praised: "Er Lang is indeed very happy! I didn't say anything, as long as the good things that I can allocate are for you, I will definitely use them. After your house is completed, it will be the only one in the capital!"< br>
Fang Jun smiled and said: "It's the princess's mansion."
Tian Wenyuan was stunned and quickly said with a smile: "Yes, yes, look at my mouth, it's the princess's house!"
His Majesty Li Er is very protective of his children. His children can do whatever they want in some areas that are slightly over the line, but it would definitely not be possible for ministers.
Status is very important.
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Tian Wenyuan has the intention of making friends with Fang Jun, so he naturally handles things with care.
Two days later, news came that the mansion of the Shaoqing of Guanglu Temple on the left side of Fang's mansion was sold to Fang Jun for a price of 10,000 guan.
Fang Jun happily paid the money and went to the county government office in person to replace the property deed.
At the gate of the county government office, Fang Jun met his neighbor.
This man is about thirty years old, tall and thin, handsome and handsome, as gentle as jade. He is a handsome uncle with outstanding temperament. (End of chapter)