Three Kingdoms: I, the eldest son of Cao, a loving father of a great man!

Chapter 261 The bigger the storm, the more expensive the fish, there is a master behind Zhen Yao [7000 words for monthly subscription]

Because it's late at night.

Therefore, the main officials in the county mansion and some family figures showed their faces in front of Cao Ang, after a simple familiarity.

Then they said their goodbyes and left.

Wait until these people are almost gone.

Just now Cao Ang greeted Shen Pei, Le Jin and the others to get on their horses, and together with him, they went back to the prefect's mansion first.

Now on the way back.

Cao Ang saw that there were no outsiders on the left and right, and those who followed him were his subordinates and cronies.

Dang even beckoned to the judge.

After he speeded up his horse a few minutes and rode parallel to him, he asked him a question.

"Zhengnan, General Cao Ren and I are not in the county this time, and there is also a bandit army of 10,000+ people approaching menacingly."

"It stands to reason that most people in the county will be panicked because of this, and there will even be a large number of people fleeing, bringing their families and businesses to avoid the disaster of war."

"But as far as I can see, among the people who greeted me just now, there are quite a few acquaintances, and even a lot of new faces. I am very relieved!"

"How about it, how many families have escaped these days, do you have a count in your mind?"

Trials know.

General Cao is ready to start liquidation.

If there was a family that fled before he came back, they would have to be found out and severely tortured to make a warning to others.

Judges are willing to cooperate with such actions.

But unfortunately.

"Reporting to the general, no family has left in the past few days. Whether it is in Yecheng or the surrounding counties, they are all staying in peace and honestly."

"Ok?"

The answer was unexpected.

So much so that Cao Ang couldn't help sending out a note of surprise.

Although when he saw the scene outside the East City Gate, he knew that the number of people who moved and fled with their families due to panic and fear might be far less than he expected.

But he never expected it.

This number is actually zero!

Good guy.

Then turned to look at the review.

It can be clearly seen that there is a faint smile on his calm and calm face.

Obviously, the old boy was somewhat proud of Cao Ang's surprise.

……

Gee!
I couldn't help but sigh in my heart.

Cao Ang didn't doubt the authenticity of the judge's words, after all, who would be stupid enough to lie about something that can be found in one search.

He just sighed secretly.

I have traveled all the way, starry night and night, and rushed here non-stop, just to reduce losses.

Unexpectedly, the source of the loss was directly pinched, and the valve was closed.

It can be regarded as causing us to be nervous for nothing!

of course.

This kind of white tension, the more the better, a false alarm is much better than suffering losses.

thought here.

Cao Ang couldn't help showing a smile of approval to the judge beside him, and praised without hesitation.

"You did a good job. This time, you can ensure that the county is stable as before, and everything is running as usual. Zhengnan, you can be said to have contributed a lot!"

Received praise from the immediate superior.

Although there is no real reward.

But "Jane is in the heart of the emperor", this is already the highest level of reward.

In the future, if there are any vacancies in official positions or promotions, General Cao will definitely think of himself first.

……

Think about it here.

The examiner resisted the urge to laugh out loud, and bowed slightly to Cao Ang implicitly.

Then he said humbly.

"The general's reputation is too high, and he dare not call it the greatest contribution. His subordinates only made a little contribution."

"Besides, if it wasn't for General Le Jin, Xu Jing and Mao Jie who were serving as assistants, and Zhen Yao, the second son of the Zhen family, to help, I'm afraid things would not be so easy."

It is not surprising that the first few people are named Cao Ang.

After all, he still knows the abilities of these civil servants and generals under his command, and they are not mediocre.

Only the word Zhen Yao.

However, Cao Ang was a little surprised.

This kid has something. Not only can he be a business partner, but he can also stand up at critical moments and provide some political help.

However, I vaguely remembered that compared with his elder brother Zhen Yan, this boy was much less politically sensitive and decisive in his actions.

How did you get it right this time?

Hmm... call me tomorrow during the day to ask.

After having such thoughts in my heart.

Cao Ang immediately said with a smile to the subordinates on the left and right: "You all did a good job this time, I will keep the credit in my heart, and I can't treat you badly!"

"After the Heishan bandit is solved, each of them will be rewarded for their contributions!"

After Le Jin and the others handed over their hands and thanked them.

Then he saluted Cao Ang.

They all returned to their residences.

…………

The next morning.

In the side hall of the prefect's mansion for receiving guests.

I got the news early in the morning that Zhen Yao, who was invited by Cao Ang, was sitting down opposite Cao Ang.

"General, you can be considered to be back. The whole county has been waiting anxiously!"

"You are not in the county, and there is only one pillar missing from the top of the hundreds of thousands of people in Wei County. The wind and rain can't stand it at all."

"But it's all right now. As soon as you come back, the weather in Wei County will be sunny. Even if the storm is like the sky, under your suppression, you must calm down obediently, and don't dare to be presumptuous!"

Just come up.

Zhen Yao directly gave Cao Ang a series of rainbow farts, which was extremely technical.

No wonder the Zhen family's business is getting bigger and bigger.

Earn more and more money.

Everyone is so good at talking, so can the roads be smooth for those who travel all over the world?
Even Cao Ang, who is now in a high position, couldn't help shaking his head with a smile after being praised by Zhen Yao, and scolded with a playful smile.

"Stop it, stop it, I said Wende, when did you learn to flatter horses?"

"I didn't ask you to come here to listen to these things. Let's talk about it. How is your Zhen family's business road going?"

……

Listen to Cao Ang talking about business.

Zhen Yao immediately restrained the smile on his face, and put on an extremely solemn posture.

Then he reported to Cao Ang respectfully: "Reporting to the general, thanks to the recent chaos in Jizhou, things went smoothly unexpectedly."

"Because of the war in Jizhou, officials and aristocratic families in all counties and counties in the prefecture were panicked and did not dare to continue to absorb goods. Instead, they were more willing to hold cash that could be circulated in their hands."

"So I have eaten all the goods of those small and medium-sized caravans and merchants, and even absorbed a lot of goods from the hands of several big families in the north."

This is part of Cao Ang and Zhen Yao's plan.

After all, if you want to spread the commercial network throughout Wei County, and even the wider Yanzhou, you will definitely not be able to do it without goods.

Although the Zhen family had a big business before.

But now that he has become the number one official merchant under the Cao family's influence, the few supply channels he had before seem to be stretched.

So this method must be passed.

Guarantee the stock of goods within a certain period of time, and then gradually expand the channels.

And if this step does not go well.

That will undoubtedly slow down the pace, and you can only move forward in small steps, instead of jumping up.

But fortunately, things are looking good so far.

On the contrary, the chaos of war helped the Zhen family.

……

Listening to Zhen Yao's report.

After Cao Ang nodded slightly, he suddenly thought of something for no reason, and couldn't help laughing softly.

"It is said that in troubled times, these aristocratic landlords will choose to hoard more goods in their hands, and try to convert all cash into materials that are related to the life and death of the people."

"Unexpectedly, the situation is different now. These people have saved money instead."

Zhen Yao understood what Cao Ang meant.

After hearing this statement.

He couldn't help but replied jokingly: "If everyone is like this, with your backing against a big tree like you, General, who can shelter from the wind and rain, and hide the sky and the sun, then naturally they will have no scruples in hoarding food. "

"It's a pity that most of these people don't have strong backgrounds. Usually, when encountering a disaster year, they hoard and play around."

"But once there is a war, they don't dare to mess around. After all, what is related to the survival of the people is also related to the life and death of the army."

"The more things they hoard, the more likely they will become a disaster and attract coveted people, which may lead to death!"

This statement came out.

Cao Ang couldn't help but nodded happily.

Isn't that the truth!

When the world is peaceful and the imperial court still has control over the local area, in a year of natural disasters, it is okay to play with hoarding and monopoly sales of this set.

After all, the imperial court fights the black but not the gray.

But in today's troubled times, the imperial court has become an empty shell, and the local government relies entirely on self-government.

Then if you want to wander in the gray area and play tricks of hoarding food and pulling shelves all the time, without any strong backing behind you, you really can't play it.

Warlords with soldiers and land, such as Yuan Shao, will not follow this set of rules. If you are welcome, we will grab it directly!
And this is also the reason why Zhen Yao's work went smoothly.

After all, Cao Ang is quite a powerful force in Jizhou right now.

Look at the entire Kanto region.

If the Cao family is united, it can even be regarded as the toughest and strongest party.

In this way, why would Zhen Yao not dare?

……

While Cao Ang was thinking about it.

Suddenly, Zhen Yao's voice came to his ears again.

After the kid filled a glass of wine for Cao Ang, he cupped his hands and spoke to him.

"General, in addition to spending money to absorb goods, there is one more thing that I need to report to you."

Cao Ang raised his hand.

Signal Zhen Yao to continue.

And after sorting out his words in his stomach, Zhen Yao came to report the matter in detail.

"This time the black mountain bandits are coming very aggressively, and the general was not in the county a few days ago, so in the several counties to the west of the county, it can be said that people are in panic."

"Although these families were persuaded and deterred by the convening under the auspices of the judge, they did not dare to act rashly, and they all stayed in their respective places honestly."

"However, there are still many families who chose to sell their land and shops within a certain limit. Without your permission, General, I gritted my teeth and took over all of these."

"This time I will report this matter to the general, and I wonder if I can get your permission."

I thought it was a big deal.

Didn't expect to refer to this.

Cao Ang immediately waved his hand indifferently, and spoke with ease.

"The war is coming, and those who have limited confidence in my Cao family are not worthy of my intervention to protect their interests. It is quite good to ensure their stable life in the local area."

"What's more, when you take over these shops and fields, you are also taking risks to do business. If you want to catch the most expensive fish, you have to brave the wind and waves."

"Not only to broaden the business routes, but also to prove that your Zhen family is willing to entrust everything to stay with me and our Cao family."

"I am so relieved, I agree to this matter!"

……

Just finished these words.

Cao Ang suddenly thought of something.

This kid said this on purpose, could it be false to ask himself for permission, but in fact he is showing his merits?

It seems to be saying, "Our Zhen family did these things without your permission."

In fact, he was telling Cao Ang.

"General, our family has entrusted everything to you. You are loyal, and the sun can learn from it. You can't forget this credit!"

That's pretty much what the subtext means.

thought here.

Cao Ang couldn't help but look at Zhen Yao differently, and felt that this kid was really different.

Combined with what the judge said to himself yesterday, Zhen Yao's performance at the appeasement conference was really a bit of a reborn posture.

Could it be that he was enlightened by his elder brother Zhen Yan?

thoughtful.

Cao Ang didn't bother to continue pondering.

Simply smiled and asked: "Listen to Shen Zhengnan, that day in front of everyone, you sternly scolded those vacillating families who wanted to flee."

"The performance is quite eye-catching, even he is full of praise for you, calling the Zhen family a brilliant one."

"Wen De has improved a lot now!"

……

Cao Ang is older than Zhen Yao.

Besides, he was in a high position.

Therefore, there is nothing wrong with speaking in this tone of speaking from above to below.

And Zhen Yao didn't feel that there was anything wrong.

He just scratched his head pretending to be honest.

Then he piled up smiling faces and bowed his hands to Cao Ang again and again.

"The general is really absurd. If it is in front of outsiders, then I will naturally have no humility. I will take the credit for myself."

"However, in front of you, General, I must tell the truth and dare not lie in the slightest."

"The reason why I performed so well that day was not because I had opened my spiritual aperture, but because there was an expert behind my back pointing it out. It was she who taught me to say so."

This statement came out.

Cao Ang couldn't help but froze.

No wonder, it makes sense now.

I thought it was Zhen Wende who had an epiphany and became more politically advanced. After a long time, it turned out that someone was serving as his military adviser behind the scenes.

But after solving the first doubt.

Another interest arose in Cao Ang's heart.

"Then I don't know who is making suggestions for Wende to make you say so?"

Zhen Yao chuckled.

"To tell you the truth, it's my sister!"

……

"You mean Miss Zhen Jiang?"

Seeing Zhen Yao nodding his head in confirmation.

Cao Ang blinked involuntarily.

I was a little surprised in my heart.

Unexpectedly, this so-called "superior" turned out to be Zhen Jiang, who he had met once in Quliang County, and was the eldest of the five sisters of the Zhen family.

My first impression of this woman.

The main thing is its elegance.

Every move, between actions, is very ladylike, even more like a person with a prominent family background than those top-notch noble girls.

But it was completely unexpected.

In addition to these characteristics, this daughter of the Zhen family actually has a superior vision.

thought here.

Cao Ang couldn't help asking casually.

"This makes me a little curious. I wonder how Miss Zhen Jiang taught you?"

Zhen Yao recalled a little bit.

Then he counted with his fingers.

"Eldest sister, she said that our Zhen family and the general have shared weal and woe with the general, and we both prosper and suffer together. Therefore, when the general is in need, we need to stand up and contribute without hesitation."

"The second point is that our Zhen family is a member of the clan's aristocratic family. Some words are more convincing when we say them."

"At the same time, it is inconvenient for the county government to say some ugly words, but we have no scruples. Therefore, when it is time to say it, there should be no hesitation."

Speaking of it.

Zhen Yao paused for a while.

Then he said firmly.

"Actually, when Cao Gong summoned the county officials to discuss matters with the family and clan, my eldest sister and I were outside the door to listen."

"The words I said in the hall were taught to me word by word by my eldest sister."

"If you want to talk about appreciating merit, I'm afraid the general will remember my elder sister's merit!"

……

Hear narration in various details.

Cao Ang was even more amazed in his heart.

Good fellow, call good fellow.

Miss Zhen Jiang has something!
In fact, for the sisters of the Zhen family, Cao Ang cared the most and valued the most, without a doubt the youngest Zhen Mi.

Little A Mi's halo bonus is too attractive to him.

Whether it is her fame in history, or her appearance that is not inferior to a peerless beauty like Diao Chan, even if it is the "Fu of Luoshen", which is one of the few that I can memorize.

The bonuses brought about by these.

This made Cao Ang very interested in Zhen Mi.

As for her sisters.

Except for Zhen Jiang who had met once before, so the impression was a little deep, the rest of them were really not much different from illusory symbols.

And even Zhen Jiang, who was slightly impressed.

It is only in comparison.

Generally speaking, it is not high.

But now after such an incident, Cao Ang's sense of Zhen Jiang suddenly became different.

Impressions can also be described as multiplying.

After all, she is a woman who has a big picture, vision, and a bit of scheming.

Who can ignore her?

……

After talking about this matter.

Regarding the next actions and plans of the Zhen family, Cao Ang discussed with Zhen Yao for half an hour.

Then Zhen Yao bid farewell and left.

Just wait until the kid leaves.

Cao Ang got up and went to the window, put his hands on the edge of the window, and while enjoying the bright sky outside the house, he began to ponder in his heart.

After a long while.

"Snapped!"

With a crisp sound, Cao Ang patted the window sill lightly with his right hand, and then made a decision.

"Come on, prepare a horse!"

…………

In the northwest of Yecheng.

It is not far from the location of the prefect's mansion, and it is close to an area of ​​the river source in the north.

This is the bustling area of ​​the city.

The price of buying a house here is very high, but in order to show one's identity, there is a residence worthy of one's own, so as not to lose face.

Therefore, the dignitaries in the city who can spend a few cents will choose to buy a house here.

And at this moment, in a mansion in this bustling area, a young girl in her twenties and eight years is leading a petite and lovely girl, reciting poems softly in the courtyard.

And on the door plaque outside the mansion.

The word "Zhen's Mansion" is impressively written.

Not bad.

This is the residence that the Zhen family purchased after relocating several important figures in the family to this place at the request of Cao Ang.

With the wealth of the Zhen family.

Naturally, you will not be stumped by high housing prices.

As for the one, one, one, and two girls who read poems and books in the courtyard, they were Zhen Jiang and Zhen Mi who had arrived first.

……

"Cangjie writes books to teach his descendants. The youngest son follows the edict, be cautious and respectful..."

At this moment.

Listening to the childish voice of my little sister.

A gentle smile appeared on Zhen Jiang's face.

At the age of little A Mi, I feel that it is too early to study enlightenment books such as Cangjie Pian.

Fortunately, the Zhen family has some family background, and I can barely read a few words.

Otherwise, it's really hard to teach her.

Just when Zhen Jiang's thoughts were racing.

There was a sudden sound of hurried footsteps outside the courtyard, and then a maid came running quickly.

He came to Zhen Jiang in three or two steps, and said in a hurried voice while panting.

"Miss, General Cao is here to pay a visit!"

……

After being stunned for a second.

Zhen Jiang quickly realized that General Cao referred to by the maid was referring to only one person.

"Shh!"

Stand up abruptly.

Zhen Jiang asked the maids on the left and right to tidy up her clothes, and at the same time gave instructions to the maids.

"Quick! Please!"

"Hurry up and lead General Cao to the main hall and serve refreshments, I will be there right away!"

After the maid hurried out again.

Zhen Jiang looked at her receding figure.

But he couldn't help thinking about it.

General Zixiu came to pay a visit to the mansion suddenly, not knowing what the reason might be.

However, I heard that A Yao was invited by General Cao early this morning. I think it was probably from his mouth that he knew what happened a few days ago, and that he was planning behind it.

So come over and have a talk with yourself?
Zhen Jiang thinks this possibility is very high.

But she felt that there should be more than that.

After all, after all, the eldest brother Zhen Yan and the younger brother Zhen Yao, the two men are the spokespersons of the Zhen family.

It is enough for General Cao to tell A Yao some things, there is no need to make a special trip to the mansion to meet him.

So it's probably for another purpose.

Shouldn't it be...

The extremely intelligent Zhen Jiang had a slight guess.

And this thought also caused a little blush to appear on both sides of her cheeks.

……

In the main hall of the front yard.

Cao Ang looked at the ready-made tea soup and the exquisite dim sum served by the maids.

He shook his head slightly.

What a hell!

I don't know what I thought before.

Why did he come here so quickly on impulse? It was somewhat abrupt.

I hope I won't make the atmosphere awkward later on.

Otherwise, it will damage your image of being wise and martial.

While thinking about it.

The tip of the nose suddenly smelled a burst of fragrance.

Then I saw a slim woman stepping in from the door gracefully.

It was Zhen Jiang who came.

It can be said that there is a perfect fit between actions and demeanors.

The posture is dignified and the posture is graceful.

She was wearing a bright red satin dress with many elegant patterns embroidered on it, and a jade belt of corset in alternate colors, which made her already slender waist more prominent like a willow blowing in the wind.

And against the background of the big red dress.

The woman's wrists are like bright jade, her neck is slender like a swan, and her face is as delicate as tofu.

It is even more like a pearly jade wall, a bright moon and deep snow.

There is a white and greasy taste.

……

"General Cao is here, but my concubine has not been able to welcome me far away. I hope the general will forgive me!"

As a voice full of gentle and delicate tone sounded in his ears, Zhen Jiang also stood still in front of Cao Ang.

Place your hands on your belly.

He bowed slightly to Cao Ang.

And under this distance.

The sweet fragrance on Zhen Jiang's body lingered constantly in Cao Ang's nose and filled his body, which really made him itchy.

And following the woman's slightly bowed posture.

All kinds of gold hairpin jewelry stuck on her cloudy temples and black hair also dangled together.

If you observe carefully.

It can be seen that when Zhen Jiang came out to meet him this time, he had emphatically painted the eyebrows and stained them with rouge.

Her lips, which were already pink and plump, were even more red and moist like cherries at this moment, and matched with the eyes under the eyebrows, which seemed to flow in the river and sea.

Really affectionate meaning, more than three points.

have to say.

This eldest lady of the Zhen family really has the taste of a lady of every family, and she has the feeling of a virtuous woman.

Unlike the rich and noble daughters of ordinary rich families, her words and deeds are completely in accordance with the rules, full of dogma and imitation.

Zhen Jiang seemed to have an innate temperament.

With one hand, one foot.

It makes people feel like spring breeze.

Nobility but not pride.

……

Facing Zhen Jiang's bow and salute.

Cao Ang dared not neglect.

He quickly stood up and made a virtual support with his hands.

Then he also apologized: "Ms. Zhen Jiang's words are serious. On the contrary, I took the liberty to come here and didn't inform you in advance. I was somewhat rude."

After the two exchanged pleasantries.

Immediately sit down at the left and right tables.

Just when Cao Ang was about to say something, he suddenly found a small head hiding outside the door.

Probe and brain to look inside.

It's that little girl Zhen Mi!

At first sight.

Cao Ang couldn't help raising his hand to beckon, and at the same time shouted loudly: "A Mi, when there are guests coming, it is not a lady's behavior to hide there and peek!"

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