The Prodigal Son of the Empire

Seeing that Lu Chengren is like this.

Wang Kang hurriedly said: "In terms of age, you are in my grandfather's generation. You can just call me Wang Kang."

"Although you are young, your rank and authority are higher than mine!"

"Then I am also a junior."

The two exchanged pleasantries for a while, and Lu Chengren asked suspiciously: "Speaking of which, why did you come to a small place like our Ministry of Industry?"

"Small place?"

Wang Kang said: "In my opinion, this is not a small place, but a big temple. There are six imperial courts, each of which is very important. If you don't have the Ministry of Industry, you will be inferior."

These words touched Lu Chengren's heart, and he warmed up to Wang Kang even more.

Although the six ministries of the imperial court are all at the same level, the status of the Ministry of Industry is indeed relatively low.

Speaking of it, they are just a group of craftsmen doing coolies, what future and use can they have?

"That's because they have no vision."

Wang Kang said: "The role of the Ministry of Industry is irreplaceable, even more important than other departments!"

He was speaking from his heart.

The progress and development of a society is driven by technical level and technological innovation.

The lack of attention to the Ministry of Industry is actually a kind of narrow vision of people in this era!

Civil engineering, water conservancy construction, bridge and paving, daily expenses, weapons and equipment, housing construction...

Which of these can leave the Ministry of Industry.

A clever and mature craftsman is more precious than anything else in Wang Kang's eyes...

Wang Kang's attitude obviously touched Lu Chengren, and he began to pour out bitter water, causing the old man to swear.

She was raised by her stepmother, always worked the most, received the most scolding, and received the least funds from the household department...

Wang Kang couldn't laugh or cry when he heard that, he said, "Don't worry, Mr. Lu. Others don't value me. I came here this time to borrow everyone from the Ministry of Industry. Brothers are living too hard. Follow me too. Enjoy."

When he said this, he didn't mean to say it nicely. In fact, the salary of the Ministry of Industry was the lowest among the six ministries.

Since he is following him, he will definitely not treat him badly.

"Borrow someone?"

Lu Chengren said: "There is no need to talk about our relationship, as long as it is similar, I will make the decision!"

"Hey."

Wang Kang smiled and said, "I don't want to borrow two or three, but I need a lot..."

Chapter 935 Worthless!

"A lot?"

Lu Chengren was surprised and said: "Don't open your mouth like a lion, otherwise I won't be able to be the master."

"Go in and talk about it in detail, I have already talked to His Majesty."

The two entered the classroom, and Wang Kang explained the situation. Since Zhao Huang gave his approval, there was no problem, and the conversation went smoothly.

It is not the first time that the Ministry of Industry has cooperated with Wang Kang, and they all know that following him will definitely not treat them badly. The key point is that they can learn a new level of technology.

Lu Chengren didn't write any ink, and announced the news directly, voluntarily.

Unexpectedly, many people actively signed up.

Wang Kang needs a lot of people, mainly mature craftsmen who can understand drawings and formulate construction plans...

Carpenters, masons, blacksmiths, plasterers, this is the most in demand.

When making the selection, Lu Chengren was not stingy, he chose the most experienced old craftsmen, and Wang Kang also made a rough selection.

Don't be too old-fashioned, be able to accept new things, new ideas, have innovative spirit, etc.

The list was soon finalized, with a total of 53 people covering multiple levels. The team was led by Wang Fuchen, Li Zheng, Master Xi, an old friend of Wang Kang who had been to Xinfengcheng and participated in steelmaking...

However, this list still needs to be submitted to Emperor Zhao for approval.

After everything was settled, Wang Kang also promised that in return, he would donate a sum of money to the Ministry of Industry in his own name as an additional benefit.

This is inherently mutual.

The final result, of course, is to everyone's satisfaction.

After everything was settled, it was already dark, and when I returned to the mansion, when I got to the gate of the mansion, I saw a lot of people gathered at the gate of the mansion.

Zhou Qing said: "Master, it should be the Xiao family who sent money."

According to what was said before, Xiao Liangping's private bet with him of millions has to be paid off within two days, and now the time has come.

"So soon?"

Wang Kang was a little surprised, 100 million raised within two days is not something that ordinary people can get.

Wang Kang also understood.

The Xiao family is a powerful and powerful family, inheriting the Marquis Wu family. Xiao Luan's father was the Marquis of An Ning of the previous generation, so he has a profound heritage!

Most of the family members work in the court, and a small number of them are engaged in business and some industries.

But it is unrealistic to take out millions of cash in such a short period of time, and you need to sell a lot of property!

Or mortgage, for a loan!

In short, it was enough to hurt the Xiao family.

"Master is back."

Wang Kang's carriage stopped outside the mansion, and several servants greeted him.

"Ah."

Wang Kang nodded and walked over.

The Xiao family's mansion is also on the same street, very close.