Daming kill

Chapter 237
On August 16th, the 1643th year of Chongzhen (25), almost a month had passed since Li Ping arrived in Hanyang County. He continued to pretend to be sick, but he still did not go to see Zuo Liangyu.

Zuo Liangyu didn't look for him either, as if Li Ping didn't exist.

Of course, Li Ping didn't chase Zhang Xianzhong, he just stayed in Hanyang County, and he thought it was not the time to follow.

Although Zhang Xianzhong easily conquered Yuezhou (now Yueyang, about [-] miles south of Wuchang) on ​​August [-], and it is said that he continued to go south to fight Changsha a few days ago.

But Zhang Xianzhong has not given up on Yuezhou after all, and Yuezhou is still his most important and only base.

Li Ping can't fight Yuezhou recklessly!
The gist of the following is to stay far away, not too close, let alone looking for trouble.

So Li Ping had to continue to get sick.

As for Zuo Liangyu, he was not stupid.

Li Ping did not move obediently, and he also breathed a sigh of relief.

In fact, many people knew Li Ping's real illness or fake illness, at least they couldn't hide it from Zuo Liangyu and Yuan Jixian, who had seen the big storms, especially Zuo Liangyu, who was pretending to be a minor illness.

But both Zuo Liangyu and Yuan Jixian chose to play dumb, so everyone else could only play dumb.

Anyway, Li Ping and Zuo Liangyu were separated by the Yangtze River, so it was still possible to be out of sight and out of mind, and it was a perfect reason for both of them being sick.

However, there is one person who is very upset about this and has a lot of emotions.

This person is Song Baolai.

This guy has always opposed Li Ping's decision to follow Zhang Xianzhong to Sichuan to die, especially when he gave Li Ping all the papermaking, mining, breeding and farmland they had worked so hard to achieve in Fuchi. Leaving Zuo Menggeng to laugh at Na was even more dissatisfied.

This is also an important reason why Zuo Menggeng, who is most upset with Li Ping, rarely stops.

Faced with such a heavy gift, Zuo Menggeng quickly abandoned all dissatisfaction under the persuasion of his wife Wang Shi.

As Wang said, people always have to look forward, not to mention there is no deep hatred between them.Fang Guoan and Fang Wuke are not their blood relatives, and they even have to be on guard sometimes, and they are all dead, so it is no longer important.

But Song Baolai's heart hurts!It was all his heart and soul.

He very much disagrees with Li Ping spending such a high price to gag others, he is reluctant.

But Li Ping felt that some things could not be taken away anyway, and if they were all destroyed, it would easily cause very serious disturbances and troubles, which would cause him to be punished, so it was better to give them away.

And it’s not a bad thing that things like people’s livelihood spread. When you have me and everyone, it’s convenient for you to supply and use in the future. At least you don’t need to take up a lot of manpower and material resources as a strategic material, such as the simplest and most commonly used toilet paper. .

For this reason, Li Ping directly disclosed many technologies related to people's livelihood in the Xingguo Prefecture area, and sent a copy to Zhao Jin and Shi Ming, which included the manufacture of toilet paper, the improvement of textile technology, earthworms and chickens. The feeding technology and the planting technology of crops such as sweet potato and so on.

As for not leaving the entire industry, mainly surface fixed facilities and equipment, to the people or officials of Xingguo Prefecture, Li Ping felt that the probability of them being able to keep it was very small, so he might as well pave the way for himself.

But Song Baolai's point of view is also very simple, if he can't beat Zhang Xianzhong now, how can he beat Zhang Xianzhong after he goes to Sichuan and Jianguo? Stay in Fuchi and fight steadily.

Although Li Ping explained to him that Zhang Xianzhong went to Sichuan for a massacre, he seemed stronger, but in fact he was prosperous and then declined, and the longer he established the country, the weaker he was. He basically lost everything except the geographical advantage. Their chances are still great. of.

Zhang Xianzhong's rapid defeat shortly after the founding of Daxi Kingdom is the best proof.

And if they don't follow Zhang Xianzhong, Fu Chi can't stay any longer, unless they plan to only satisfy Xiaofu.

The biggest problem in Fuchi, including the entire Xingguo Prefecture, is that there are too many limitations. The two core problems are the extreme lack of farmland and the geographical advantage.

If there is less farmland, it will not be able to produce a lot of food, and if there is little food, it will not be able to feed the army. It may be possible to buy it by relying on the Yangtze River water transportation, but this is the most dangerous and unreliable during wartime.

Since ancient times, Fuchi has only had small-scale military training but no large-scale military garrison, which is enough to explain the problem.

In addition, Fuchi has been used to cut off the Yangtze River since ancient times. Neither Zuo Liangyu nor the Ming court can tolerate people who do not agree with them occupying this place.

And to occupy Wuchang, let alone Zuo Liangyu and the Ming court, Li Zicheng would not do it either.

Li Zicheng frightened Zhang Xianzhong away, and he would inevitably use methods against Zuo Liangyu. In order to complete his strategy of going north, the military and political methods Li Zicheng adopted were by no means the simple understatement and brushstrokes in history books.

But Song Baolai didn't believe Li Ping's explanations.

However, Song Baolai is a bit good.

That is, no matter what opinion he holds, he will not object to Li Ping's decision in action, and he will follow whether it is going up the mountain of swords or down into the sea of ​​fire.

In Song Baolai's own words: "If you die, you have to die with everyone. I don't hesitate."

Of course, Song Baolai's failure to find any alliance was also an important factor. He had no idea why those two women were determined to go crazy with Li Ping.

Although he obediently accepted his fate in the end, Song Baolai's anger did not subside, especially since he had to eat ashes outside on the pommel horse every day, while Li Ping only needed to hide in the yard to enjoy his happiness.

On this day, after he heard that Li Ping sent people to take away several pots of peppers that they had saved with great difficulty, he became even more angry.

Song Baolai felt that nothing good happened to Li Ping.

These potted peppers were bought by the businessman Xu Keran at a great price. Every one is very precious, and after they arrived in Sichuan, they all pointed to their cross-breeding.

Go to Sichuan, how can you live without peppers!
As expected, Song Baolai smelled a long-lost smell mixed with wine and spicy as soon as he broke into the outer courtyard of the mansion of some squire who lived in Li Ping, and his anger rose almost immediately.

This is too arrogant!

I ate and drank in broad daylight, was it because I was afraid that he would find out and snatch it back?

"Li Ping, give me back the chili pepper. You lunatic! I'll fight you!" Song Baolai howled and started to walk faster.

It was the first time that Dong Jiangpeng, who was guarding the gate of the inner courtyard, was surprised when he saw Song Baolai lose his composure.He had already half-stretched his hand to stop him, hesitantly froze in mid-air, and his mouth was also half-open, unable to utter a word.

Dong Jiangpeng knew almost instinctively how many people could not be stopped after being killed.

Song Baolai didn't notice at all that there was a sentry in the inner courtyard today, so he rushed in immediately, only to see Li Ping and Xu Wenqi sweating profusely and eating hot pot under the big tree in the inner courtyard.

Seeing Song Baolai rushing in suddenly, both Li Ping and Xu Wenqi were a little dazed, especially Xu Wenqi had a strange expression.

"Baolai, you're here! Come, let's have something to eat together." Li Ping politely said to Song Baolai with some embarrassment, and then quickly put on a fake smile on his face.

"Yes, let's eat together." Xu Wenqi's reaction was also quick.

He had known for a long time that the relationship between Li Ping and Song Baolai, who had different surnames, was very unusual and weird. Although he was even more surprised today, he also got to know each other better.

"Xu Shenzheng? You... why are you here? I, I didn't know you were here, so I'm really sorry..." Song Baolai stuttered in panic, and soon lost track of what to say.

After Xu Wenqi knew that Li Ping had gone to Hanyang, he unexpectedly followed him to Wuchang to take up the post of grain governor who had not been there before him to participate in politics.

Although due to some considerations, Xu Wenqi did not come to see Li Ping after arriving in Wuchang, but he also used his position to provide Li Ping with a lot of vital convenience and help in collecting and hoarding grain and grass. It can be said that Li Ping can feel at ease The biggest help is to pretend to be sick without having to worry about eating for tens of thousands of people under him.

In addition, Li Ping made a big investment with Zuo Menggeng. Although Zuo Liangyu and Li Ping did not communicate with each other, Zuo Liangyu did not take hostile measures against Li Ping, let alone non-military activities against Li Ping. to hinder.

Therefore, giving gifts and giving heavy gifts sometimes has great benefits.

As for Li Ping suddenly having tens of thousands of mouths, it was no accident.

After Zuo Liangyu arrived in Wuchang again, although his military discipline was much better than before, his original reputation was too bad. In addition, many of his troops directly entered Wuchang City this time, and it was inevitable that tens of 10 people would be killed. Occupy a large number of civilian houses, and continue to maintain their military life from civilian labor and apportionment.

As a result, ordinary people who did not follow Zhang Xianzhong fled again, and many fled to Li Ping, who had left a good reputation.Even many recruits and craftsmen in Xingguo Prefecture who had not gone with Li Ping ran back again (there were only a few who followed), and there were also some who ran over from Huangpi County.

Even when Li Ping first arrived in Hanyang, there were only more than 1 people in the added support camp of Li Ping's army, but now it has snowballed to nearly 3 people.

With so many people, Li Ping had no idea how much food he had saved!

At this time, Xu Wenqi's help was naturally of great significance, and Song Baolai happened to handle many specific things on behalf of Li Ping, so Song Baolai was very familiar with Xu Wenqi and knew Xu Wenqi's power.

What's more, there is Xu Keran!
"It's not a problem, it's not a problem, I've heard about the deep friendship between you brothers, don't you be surprised if you don't know it!" Xu Wenqi said with a smile.

Xu Wenqi really didn't think much about it. Since ancient times, it is not uncommon for brothers who have sworn brothers to be closer than their own brothers.Moreover, Li Ping is not simple, and Song Baolai is not a vegetarian. Xu Wenqi not only knows that Song Baolai is also a strange person, but has also seen it with his own eyes. Naturally, he will not feel that the relationship between the two of them is abnormal.

After all, the relationship that complements each other and has more strengths is the most stable.

"Baolai, don't blame me! Xu Siqing is going to Chuzhou to assume a new post, and it's rare to come here. I'll take this opportunity to send him a visit. I'm going to say goodbye. I don't know when we will meet again. Let Xu Qingjin (Qingjin is Xu Keran) I have to let Xu Siqing know why. It just so happened that you were busy and we couldn’t wait here, so we didn’t have time to tell you.” Li Ping explained.

"Assuming a new position? Siqing? Chuzhou?" Song Baolai's face was full of surprise.

"Xu Canzheng was appointed by the imperial court just now, and he was promoted to the minister of Nanjing Taipusi, and he is leaving Wuchang." Li Ping continued to explain.

"Mr. Taipusi? What kind of official is this? Minister of Nanjing Taipusi, how did you say you were going to Chuzhou to take office?" Song Baolai was even more confused.He didn't understand many official positions in the imperial court at all, and he also discovered Li Ping's language problems, so he just wanted to say something without moving his mouth.

"It's not a high-ranking official. It belongs to the Ministry of War in Nanjing. It's just a person in charge of horse affairs. It's still from the third grade." Xu Wenqi said modestly without paying attention.

In another original time and space, the position of Taipu Siqing was originally recognized by the court after Xu Wenqi's death, but now it has been assigned to him again by accident.

"Ma Zheng?" Song Baolai's eyes lit up instantly.

"Taipusi is in charge of horse affairs across the country, and Taipusi Qing is the head of Taipusi. The Taipusi in Nanjing is in charge of horse affairs in Lianghuai and Jiangnan. As for why this position is located in Chuzhou, Gai Because Chuzhou is the land of Longxing and the blessed land of Taizu, and it is close to Nanjing, so it is located there." Li Ping took the trouble to tell Song Baolai what he had just figured out from Xu Wenqi, showing his love for Song Baolai. Polaris is extremely concerned.

As for Xu Wenqi's still a third grade, Li Ping didn't say much. He felt that Song Baolai should be able to understand the meaning of the central and local governments.

"Xu Canzheng, no, Xu Siqing has been approved by the imperial court! This is a great joy!" Song Baolai finally came to his senses.

"Xiaohui, come, add a chair and a pair of bowls and chopsticks for Song Yingguan." Li Ping suddenly shouted at this time.

"Yes, it's better to come early than coincidentally. The chili and hot pot are so enjoyable, let's have a drink together." Xu Wenqi also said cheerfully.

It was only then that Song Baolai was surprised to find that there were actually two gorgeous figures standing in the corner of the yard, ready to serve at any time, and one of them was actually Liu Xiaohui, and the other was Li Jing.

At this time, his anger had long since disappeared, and he rubbed his hands uncomfortably and said, "Isn't this appropriate?"

"What's not suitable, this chili is not something you can eat as soon as you want, and there is no such shop after passing this village." Li Ping didn't care so much at all.

"En." Song Baolai didn't seem to be polite any more, but responded directly.

Then Song Baolai sat down amidst Xu Wenqi's dazed yet hearty laughter, took the chopsticks from Liu Xiaohui, and fished them out of the pot.

He suddenly became greedy, and he decided to eat delicious food even with tears in his eyes today.

Don't talk about current affairs, just talk about food, the atmosphere in the yard soon became lively again.

It’s just that the good times didn’t last long, and a few people were a little drunk at the beginning. Dong Jiangpeng, who was guarding outside, suddenly broke in and hurriedly reported: “Military Minister Yuan Shilang is here, and he is outside the barracks now, saying he wants to see the general. He knows that Mr. Xu it's here."

(End of this chapter)