Daming: The system rejected my request for salted fish

Chapter 1054

If that's the case, he can only reveal his trump card, but then he won't be able to escape.

Just as Zhou Li was hesitating, he heard Wei Wu's slightly teasing voice.

"Speaking of which, I have to thank you for this matter. After all, it's because of your strong opposition that they haven't taken action until now."

As soon as these words were spoken, Zhou Li's expression froze on the spot, but then he reacted and had some guesses in his mind.

"Lord Zhenguogong, did Gong Honghai tell you that?"

"Well, he did say a lot, but he knew too little. I just don't know if you know much."

After hearing this, Zhou Li was silent for a long time before speaking, but he did not directly answer Wei Wu's question.

Instead, he said something that had nothing to do with the above words.

"Lord Zhenguogong, I know that Mr. Tian in the capital is your man. I believe you are also interested in doing business."

"I believe I have some ability in business. I have made an indelible contribution to the Zhou family's current wealth."

"I wonder if I have the honor to be like Boss Tian and help you with your work."

Wei Wu didn't expect Zhou Li to say this, and he couldn't help but look stunned for a moment.

Then he realized what was happening and the expression on his face became a little strange.

To be honest, through Gong Honghai's previous confession, Wei Wu also had a certain understanding of Zhou Li's abilities.

This guy is definitely a business genius. It would be a good thing if I could recruit him.

However, he didn't expect Zhou Li to say it so openly without any concealment.

So after Zhou Li finished speaking, Wei Wu was silent for a while before slowly speaking:

"Do you think I should believe you? Or rather, why should I believe what you say?"

"My Lord, I have no other options left. If I turn to you, I will die."

Zhou Li responded, and then told about his experience in the Zhou family and what had just happened.

After Zhou Li finished speaking, Wei Wu just said something indifferent.

"In other words, Zhou Feng only wants to break your legs, not kill you."

"Sir, if I break my leg, it would be the same as death in Suzhou City. It might even be worse than death."

"Yeah, indeed."

Hearing Wei Wu's tone, which was neither light nor heavy, Zhou Li knew that it was time to demonstrate his worth and sincerity.

If there is no reason enough to impress Wei Wu, then today's trip will be like walking into a trap, and we can only take a gamble!

So after struggling in his heart for a long time, Zhou Li finally spoke.

"My Lord, I know you won't believe me easily, but what I'm going to say next is enough to prove everything."

"Oh, tell me?"

Hearing this, Zhou Li took a deep breath, then slowly asked a question.

"Sir, Gong Honghai told you that they were planning to assassinate you, but I'm sure he didn't say who did it, right?"

Wei Wu frowned and recalled for a moment, then nodded and said:

"Yes, he didn't say that. Could there be another explanation?"

"The Great Ming is wise. This matter is indeed not simple."

Seeing that Wei Wu's attitude had finally changed, Zhou Li quickly flattered him and continued:

"Sir, could you please tell me what Gong Honghai said to you?"

"Yes, Gong Honghai said..."

Wei Wu was not worried at all that Zhou Li would do anything strange, so he simply recounted the conversation in the cell.

As soon as Wei Wu finished speaking, Zhou Li immediately said:

"Sir, you have been deceived by Gong Honghai. He did not tell you the truth, but this is normal because he dare not say it!"

Hearing this, Wei Wu shook his head and said with a somewhat impatient look:

"I don't like to keep people in suspense. If you keep talking like this, then there's no need to continue."

When Zhou Li heard Wei Wu's words, he was suddenly startled and cold sweat soaked his back.

Then he remembered that he was not negotiating business with anyone, but was trying to survive, so he quickly adjusted his mentality.

"Yes, sir, I will change it right away, immediately!"

After carefully responding to Wei Wu, Zhou Li immediately explained the reason.

"Sir, regarding the cement road, they are not trying to save tolls or collect tolls from others."

"They are worried that once the cement road is built, it will be out of their control and will expose their business dealings with the remnants of the Northern Yuan Dynasty!"

Oh my god, I actually caught a big fish! !

Hearing Zhou Li's answer, Wei Wu's eyes narrowed, and his cold eyes slowly narrowed.

"Very good, keep going!"

Seeing Wei Wu's current expression, Zhou Li felt a little relieved, and then quickly said:

"In fact, the wealthy merchants and gentry in Jiangnan, including the Zhou family, basically secretly did business with the Northern Yuan Dynasty through sea transportation."

"It wasn't just food; they also sold salt, iron, tea, and sulfur—materials banned by the imperial court—to the Northern Yuan."

"But this requires a huge cargo throughput to cover it up. Otherwise, the imperial court will easily notice something is wrong."

Zhou Li was about to continue speaking here, but Wei Wu suddenly spoke up and took over.

"So, once the cement road is successfully built, a large amount of goods will be taken away, leading to their crimes being exposed."

"Your Excellency is wise!"

After Wei Wu finished speaking, Zhou Li quickly flattered him and continued:

"In fact, many of the gentry and nobles in Suzhou have connections with the Northern Yuan Dynasty. They were the ones who took the lead in resisting the Ming Dynasty."

In fact, Wei Wu also knew this, because these gentry and nobles didn't care who sat on the dragon throne.

They only care about their own interests. The Northern Yuan Dynasty's indulgence of gentry led to land annexation, which made these people rich.

So it is normal for these people to like the Northern Yuan Dynasty, but Wei Wu did not expect that the Ming Dynasty had been established for more than ten years.

These people are actually still secretly doing business with the Northern Yuan Dynasty. No, this is not doing business, it is simply aiding the enemy.

At this moment, Wei Wu recalled what Zhou Li had just said, so he asked:

"So, if they want to kill me, are they also planning to look for people from Beiyuan?"