"Mr. Lin, why are you in such a hurry to sell the estate?" Xie Yan couldnt help but ask: "I see that your face is slightly pale, but as long as I invite a famous doctor, it should still be treatable."

  Lin Jiang shook his head and sighed, "Thank you for your concern, sir. I am still aware of my own body, and its not an exaggeration to say that my time is limited. However, there are many things in this world that I am still attached to, the first being my sister and this daughter of mine."

  "They are still young and cant help but worry, fortunately, I have the support of my clan behind me, and also the help of my wifes family, so there should be no worries." Lin Jiang looked at Xie Yan and smiled slightly: "The Xie household should also take care of my sister, right?"

  Xie Yan was taken aback for a moment, then hastily nodded and said: "This is natural, after all, she is the wife of the second son."

  Lin Jiangs mouth slightly curved upwards, "So with so many people helping out, Im a bit more at ease, but I just cant put my mind at rest about national affairs."

  Lin Jiangs tone suddenly changed: "For the past two years, natural and man-made disasters have been continuous. Now the border is at war, if this war is won, it will be fine, but if it is lost, other countries will pounce like fierce tigers. This year, after paying military taxes, the people of Jiangnan have no surplus grain left, most can only survive on rice bran with wild vegetables and leaves, and Jiangnan is a land of fish and rice, let alone other regions?"

  Lin Jiang sighed, "Whether its war or disaster relief, both require money and food, but the national treasury is empty. Ive heard that Your Majesty hasnt provided silk fabrics to the imperial palace for two years now. If Your Majesty can be so frugal for the country, we as ministers cannot help but share your worries."

  Everyone stared blankly at Lin Jiang.

  Lin Jiang looked at Xie Yan and said, "Lord Xie is in good health and can still serve the country and the emperor for several decades. However, I am no longer able to assist Your Majesty, and now I can only do what is within my power."

  "So Lin and his sister discussed it and decided to sell off the Lin familys industries, donating all the silver coins obtained to the national treasury, in order to assist Your Majesty and help the Great Liang get through this years crisis, and also to inherit the will of our ancestors."

  Everyone stared at Lin Jiang in a daze, and it wasnt until half a day later that they were able to digest the news. Then, looking into his eyes, they couldnt help but feel admiration.

  If someone else said this, they might not believe it, but if Lin Jiang said it, they would believe 90% of it.

  Its a chaotic world, no matter how they fight for their own interests, who doesnt have that kind of grand ambition for the family, country and the world?

  Who doesnt want to bring peace to this chaotic world and stabilize the lives of all citizens?

  But there were also people who doubted it, and Xie Yan didnt believe it in his heart either.

  Although Lin Jiang always had a noble appearance, he didnt believe that he was truly noble. If the Lin family were so high-minded, why didnt they decline all those rewards from the previous emperor?

  Seeing the faces of everyone filled with admiration and excitement, Xie Yan also just lowered his eyes and didnt speak.

  "Lin Gongs integrity is indeed admirable! If everyone in the world were like Lin Gong, would we need to worry about the world being unpeaceful?" Someone immediately sighed and said: "When will this chaotic world ever be pacified?"

  "Its been alright for these decades, although the border wars have been unpredictable. Fortunately, they havent reached our Jiangnan region yet. I heard that the Liao State has suffered greatly, and its still in chaos due to Lin Gongs divisive plot back then."

  This Lin Gong was naturally not Lin Jiang, but his grandfather Lin Yu. This is also one of his most impressive achievements, before he died, he actually set fire to a few princes in Liao State.

  Even if the matter was exposed later and the whole world knew it was his plan, several princes of Liao brought their own tribes and had been fighting for nearly eight years. You killed my father, I slaughtered your son, the hatred is deep-seated, plus the interests involved, even if you know this is a trick of Da Liang, there have been continuous conflicts over the years, passing through the separation and union.

  It was also for this reason that the young emperor had the opportunity to consolidate his power, stand firm and let the Great Liang rest and recover. Otherwise, a 14-year-old prince who had never been valued suddenly took the throne, with strong enemies outside, and the Great Liang would likely be finished.

  This is also one of the reasons why people are willing to believe that Lin Jiang is dedicated to serving the public, sacrificing his own interests for the country. The Lin family has a tradition of doing so.

  So for a time there were constant cheers of praise, but in his heart he couldnt help but feel bitter. Since it was to raise money for the national treasury, and it was an auction, the estimated price wouldnt be low.

  They had previously wanted to take advantage of Lin Jiangs illness and hastily sell off their assets at a low price, even secretly agreeing not to bid up the price.

  But now its come to this...

  Miss Lin said that if there are any industries that flow to auction, those are the industries that our ancestors do not want to give up, and at that time she will not sell them, leaving them for the Lin family to inherit.

  So I missed this opportunity, and who knows when Ill be able to buy it again. The discount is already impossible.

  Lin Qingwan took out a scroll and hung it directly in the Shengji Wine House, on which were the properties that the Lin family intended to sell, including even their villas in various places.

  Apart from Suzhou and Kyoto properties, other places properties are also up for auction, but peoples attention to this point is not high.

  Compared with real estate, people are more interested in those good fields and shops.

  Of course, there are also small businessmen and landlords who have set their sights on these properties. After all, the prices of good fields, shops, tea gardens, etc. are too high for them to afford.

  But these properties are different, with fewer people paying attention, maybe you can pick up a bargain.

  "The auction will be held at Shengji Hotel the day after tomorrow at noon. Friends who are interested can bring their deposit to participate in the bidding. Our Lin family has invited officials from the yamen and several respected elderly gentlemen from Yangzhou to serve as witnesses. If anyone has any questions about the auction, please ask our manager, Mr. Zhong." Lin Qingwen introduced Mr. Zhong to everyone, indicating that he would be in charge of the auction this time. As soon as she finished speaking, everyones eyes turned to Mr. Zhong with great enthusiasm.

  Lin Qingwan took this opportunity to leave with Lin Jiang.

  Xie Yan looked at Lin Qingwan with a desire to speak but hesitated, while Lin Qingwan pretended not to notice and walked down the stairs with Lin Yuhong on one side and Lin Jiang on the other.

  Zhou Bo and Zhao Sheng exchanged a glance, both smiling as they stepped forward to block Xie Yans path, escorting the three Lin family members downstairs.

  The Lin and Xie families are now in-laws, and Lin Qingyuan is also in charge of the auction, so its better to keep them separate, otherwise the Xie family will get the news first, which wont be good for them.

  Just as he had sent the three men to the gate, Shang Ming came galloping on horseback. Because of his waist and buttock pain, he slid off the horse with the help of a young servant.

  "Uncle, how is your body?"

  Lin Jiang glanced at Shang Mingyuan with a hint of dissatisfaction in his eyes, but he didnt reveal it and nodded instead: "Why did you come so late? Didnt I send someone to wake you up early this morning?"

  Shang Mingyuan didnt dare to say he was lazy, before the person could finish speaking, he was already being driven out. Now he can wake up because Zhao Guan Shi called his sidekick to dig him up.

  "My nephew hurt his waist when he got off his horse yesterday, so..."

  "Never mind, never mind," Lin Jiang waved his hand and said: "Lets go, go back and let Dr. Xue take a look at you, I also have some questions to ask you."

  Having said that, he supported Lin Qingyuans hand and got on the horse carriage. Zhao Sheng made a strong eye contact with Shang Mingyuan beside him.

  Just as Shang Mingyuan was about to take two steps forward, Lin Qingwen turned her head and said: "Big nephew, what are you still dazing around for? Hurry up and get on the carriage!"

  Shang Mingyuan was taken aback for a moment, then immediately said: "Lin Auntie, please go back first, Ill ride my horse back later."

  Lin Qingwan sneered, "Arent you injured in the waist? You dare to ride, Im afraid youll fall off. Your mother only has one son, if you fall off in Yangzhou, where can I find another son for her?"

  Shang Mingyu twitched his mouth and reluctantly turned back to glance at Zhao Sheng before climbing onto the Lin familys carriage.

  Shang Mingyuan had been afraid of his uncle since he was a child, and the scenes in which he saw his uncle were not very good. So at this time, as soon as he got on the carriage, he sat upright with his head bowed and his eyes downcast, not daring to make a sound.

  Lin Qingwan gave Lin Jiang a good welcome, supporting him as he leaned down, and only then did she let Lin Yuhbin sit beside her.

  Lin Yuhbin couldnt help but purse his lips and smile at seeing his big brother being so timid for the first time.

  Lin Jiang asked, "Ming Yuan, how much money did you bring with you this time in Yangzhou?"

  Shang Mingyuan was taken aback for a moment, then carefully said: "I didnt bring much, because my grandmother was afraid I would cause trouble in Yangzhou, so she only gave me a few thousand taels of silver, just enough to not starve."

  Actually it was only five hundred taels, after all, when he got to Yangzhou, his food and clothing would not be too bad. The old lady was afraid that he would go to the brothel and cause trouble, so she did not allow him to carry too much silver on him.

  Lin Jiang slightly frowned, "Then where is Zhao Guan Shi beside you?"

  Shang Mingyuan was even more anxious, "Hes a servant, of course he would take money from me. Is Uncle in urgent need of money? Why not let me write to Grandmother about it..."

  Lin Jiang sighed and said, "The Lin family has several properties that are not bad. I thought the Shang manor was interested in buying some of them, and I also wanted to let Wan sister give you a private discount. But since youre not interested, then forget it."

  Shang Mingyuan opened his mouth, still unaware of what had happened at Shengji Wine House. He thought Lin Jiang was selling the property to raise funds for safekeeping by the Ministry of Revenue, so he hesitated for a moment before speaking in front of Lin Qingwan: "Aunties brother, actually, this time Grandmother asked me to bring two letters and a jade scepter."

  A faint dark color flashed in Lin Jiangs downturned eyes, and his hand tightened slightly.

  Lin Qingwan sat beside him and happened to see his sinking face, her heart couldnt help but move.

  Lin Jiang said that he couldnt tell her the future inferred from the Celestial Mirror, but he could express his attitude towards things and people, and Lin Qingwan would understand as much as she could get.

  Lin Jiangs current state told her that he was very unhappy, and even a little angry.

  Lin Jiang did not respond to Shang Mingyuan until he returned to Lin Manor, whereupon he said calmly: "Bring the letter over and let me take a look."

  Shang Ming was nervous all the way, and now that he heard it, he couldnt help but run back to his room, grab the letter, hug the box containing the jade Ruyi, and head upstairs.