20 years of the Republic of China

Chapter 209 Pros and Cons
Xiaonanguan, Luoji Dumpling House.

A small shop specializing in donkey meat dumplings is well-known in the south of the city.

However, this small restaurant is cooked by my own family. After several attempts, this is actually the only one that has a good signature.

Except for the dumplings stuffed with donkey meat, the rest of the dishes were all the same. Apart from the affordability, there was nothing to recommend about it. It was satisfying enough to satisfy the stomach, but it was far from delicious.Therefore, the business has been tepid. It cannot be said to be lively, but it cannot be said to be deserted.

Under the guidance of the waiter, Han Ce walked through the lobby and came to the private room on the second floor.

When he opened the door, he saw that there were no other furnishings in the small room except a round table and a few chairs.

Wang Yanzong had three greasy empty plates stacked on his left hand, a jug of wine on his right, and two plates of steamed dumplings in front of him. He was devouring his food, neither bothering to get up nor bothering to get up.

"Wang Guan, please take care of me!"

Han Ce cupped his fists and bowed with a smile on his face.

Wang Yanzong responded vaguely and nodded, indicating that he heard it.

Seeing this, the waiter bent down and closed the door with a smile: "Sir, you two can chat slowly. If you have any orders, just call me."

Han Ce walked up to Wang Yanzong in a polite manner and sat down opposite Wang Yanzong. He wanted to speak several times, but was restrained by the other party's appearance and did not dare to disturb him.

Before one dumpling is chewed in the mouth, the second dumpling has already reached the lips. Before the second dumpling has entered the mouth, the third dumpling is already clamped on the head of the chopsticks. The third dumpling has not yet been placed in the vinegar saucer. The fourth dumpling has already been stared at...

This guy!What a starving ghost Tuosheng!

When Han Ce saw this, he couldn't help but swallowed. It wasn't because he was greedy, but because he was surprised. How could someone eat so deliciously?

Wang Yanzong raised his eyebrows and glanced at him, then asked, "Do you want to eat garlic?"

Han Ce shook his head and smiled bitterly: "Wang Guandai is too polite. You eat your food. I'll just wait here for a while."

Having said that, in fact, I didn’t wait long at all. It seemed that in the blink of an eye, the two plates of steamed dumplings were wiped out.

Wang Yanzong put down his chopsticks, burped, wiped the grease on his mouth, loosened his belt, patted his belly twice, put a cigarette in his mouth, tilted his head to light the fire, flicked his arm a few times, extinguished the flames, and turned the half-black The matches were flicked on the table, and he chewed his teeth and asked, "What are you doing with me?"

Han Ce folded his hands and pulled out a banknote from his cuffs like magic. He smiled and said, "It's nothing else. I just want to see you and show my filial piety. After all, two years ago, in 'Bedroom' At the entrance of Yunlou, we have to thank Wang Guandai for taking care of us."

Wang Yanzong reached out and took the banknote, squinted at it, was quite satisfied, and accepted it, but he didn't look happy.

It's been two years...

Wang Yanzong sighed with a half-smile, "Thankfully, I'm back in office now!"

Of course, Han Ce understood that these were teasing words, so he hurriedly explained: "No, no, no, our Zhou family has always remembered the good leadership of Wang Guan. In the past, all the due numbers were given to Commander Chang. .”

If this person has no eyesight and a sweet mouth, his nature accounts for most of it, and he will never be able to change casually.

You have to suffer big losses before you can have a long memory and know how to weigh things up.

But Han Ce was under the protection of Zhou Yunfu all day long. Even if he didn't do things well or speak unfavorably, he would always have his uncle to help him make up for it. group.

He knows how to deal with officials, but he is far from being a good person.

When Wang Yanzong heard this, he immediately smiled and said: "Master Han, you are too low."

"What's low?"

"Your vision is too low!" Wang Yanzong said with a sneer, "Why don't you give the number to Commander Chang? Wouldn't it be better to give it directly to the Emperor?"

Two years ago, Commander Chang had been dismissed from his post long ago, and now Zhang Laogeda also serves as the commander of the middle route of the patrol battalion.

Han Ce came back to his senses and realized that he had said something wrong, so he quickly explained: "Wang Guandai misunderstood. In fact, since you killed the Japanese last time, my old man has been helping to pay for the matter and wants to protect you." Where is your safety! I also looked for you later, but there was no news."

"Oh, then according to what you say, I have to thank you for saving my life?"

"Uh, Wang Guandai, I, that's not what I meant..."

"Furthermore, if a kiln girl can't find me, forget it. If you really want to find me, why can't you find me?"

"Wang Guandai, I was really busy during that time..."

"Okay, okay!" Wang Yanzong waved his hand impatiently, "For Zhou Yunfu's sake, I won't pick on you. I heard that he has been sick again recently. How is he doing now?"

Han Ce, who was quick-tongued and careless, immediately laughed and said: "Thanks to the king, the old man is doing well now. The doctor said it was the blood attacking the heart, so don't let him get angry. There is nothing serious now, and he is not afraid of your jokes." , I just get a little confused occasionally and can’t remember things.”

Wang Yanzong flicked the cigarette ashes, rolled his eyes slightly, nodded and said: "That's good, it's okay."

Han Ce was quite beautiful. He really thought that a military leader would care about his uncle's life and death, so he said: "We people, good or bad, all have to rely on you. I heard recently that Wang Guandai is also troubled." Son, I came here specifically to say hello."

"Hey! I didn't even know that I had something to worry about. I had to rely on Mr. Han to remind me."

"Wang Guandai, I heard that there was a girl in Huifangli who you liked very much, but she disappeared some time ago. Although there are no witnesses, there are various signs that this matter has nothing to do with Jiang Xiaodao, the son of Hai Lao Owl. It doesn’t matter.”

Wang Yanzong sneered, but said: "Master Han, what do you mean? Have you listened to too many operas? You are just a kiln girl, how can you bother me? Do you think I am Wu Sangui?"

Han Ce hurriedly said: "No, no, no. Wang Guandai is Lu Bu, a hero in the world. Of course he won't care about the affection between his children. But this matter is about face! Think about it, who doesn't know who Zhao Lingchun is? You, Wang Guandai, have a good relationship, so Jiang Xiaodao just dealt with this person. Doesn’t this mean he doesn’t take Wang Guandai seriously? I don’t care what others say, but I, Han Ce, will be the first to refuse! The boy is too arrogant and should have been beaten long ago!"

"Don't tell me, this is really what happened." Wang Yanzong frowned and said thoughtfully, "Master Han, what should I do?"

Han Ce didn't hear the irony in these words, so he suggested on the spot: "Wang Guandai, if you don't like him, I'm willing to do it for you and help you penetrate him."

"Then thank you, Master Han."

"No, Wang Guandai, if I want to get involved in Jiang Xiaodao, I need your help."

"How?" Wang Yanzong asked.

Han Ce explained: "I heard that there is a group of people with unknown origins under Jiang Xiaodao. If they really want to fight, I am afraid there will be a lot of trouble. Therefore, I hope Wang Guandai can help and put them first Detain those brats, and then let us do it for you."

"Master Han, Jiang Xiaodao also has connections in the patrol camp."

"Hey! What's the point? He has connections, and so do I. Wang Guandai just led his troops to find a reason, and detained his children for three or two days. When I intervened in Jiang Xiaodao, you let them go. They are leaderless. Then won’t it still be under my Zhou family’s control?”

"Master Han is indeed a mastermind!" Wang Yanzong laughed loudly, "But I don't understand. Should you help me or should I help you?"

Han Ce was stunned for a moment, thought for a moment, then took out another banknote from his sleeve and said with a smile: "Help each other, help each other!"

No matter how much it was, Wang Yanzong accepted it as usual, but just said: "Let's do this. Mr. Han please go back first, and I will think about it."

"Hey, good, good!" Han Ce immediately stood up and said with a smile, "The king is here to stay, I'm waiting for good news!"

Wang Yanzong had no intention of seeing him off at all.

After Han Ce Zhou came, he poured himself another cup of wine, drank it all in one gulp, and then shouted loudly: "Okay, come out!"

Shaoqing heard the sound of the door opening coming from the private room next door. It was Jiang Xiaodao who walked into the house servilely.

"Hey, Wang Guandai."

"Did you hear that just now?"

"I heard it, I heard it." Jiang Xiaodao stood with his hands down and replied continuously.

"What are you standing for? Sit down!" Wang Yanzong pointed to the chair opposite the table.

Jiang Xiaodao went to the street to ask for a meal. Not only did he know how to read people's words, but at least he knew how not to treat himself as a human being. He immediately waved his hands and said: "Don't dare, I don't have a low status and I don't dare to sit with Wang Guandai."

Jiang Xiaodao is not a stick. How could he pretend that nothing happened when he cut off Zhao Lingchun that night? Of course, he had contacted Wang Yanzong early, so he should only give a lot more apology.

The more frankly he apologized, the harder it was for Wang Yanzong to use the topic as he felt sorry for himself.

Not to mention, Jiang Xiaodao's adoptive father "Hai Lao Owl" and aunt "Chuan'er Hong" both had some friendship with Wang Yanzong, so it was even harder for him to lose face and attack him.

After getting an apology and a favor, it's not the end.

Wang Yanzong also learned from Gao Zhenqi and Ren Pengfei that Jiang Xiaodao and Zhang Laogao seemed to have some connections, so he did not dare to act rashly for Zhao Lingchun.

The two of them acted together in a play today.

The reason why Jiang Xiaodao didn't directly capture Han Ce just now was because there were too many people and there were many eyes.

Killing is easy, but after killing someone, you have to give an explanation to the officer and the government, and you have to clean yourself up, so naturally you can't act recklessly.Wang Yanzong said: "I know you have some relationship with Commander Zhang, but it's not that easy for you to eradicate the Zhou family. Although Commander Zhang is the biggest in the patrol camp, Zhou Yunfu has been running contacts in the patrol camp for many years and spent so much money to make friends with non-commissioned officers. , they won’t just sit idly by and do nothing. Don’t think that everything will go well once you become the leader.”

Needless to say, Jiang Xiaodao really thought so at first. Fortunately, he had a good wife at home who reminded him a few words, and he finally understood.

"Of course. Commander Zhang has a prosperous official career, but to implement it everywhere, there must be a Bodhisattva and a temple. The common people are short-sighted and cannot distinguish these new official ranks. They only know that those who work are my parents, who are responsible for food and clothing. Everyone should show their filial piety."

Wang Yanzong waved his hand: "It's useless to talk about this, let's be honest!"

"The truth is, if Wang Guandai is willing to help eradicate the Zhou family, the connections he has made in the past should be of benefit. The villain will not lose a penny, and the villain will take care of everything from now on."

"Hiss! No, what I just said was in vain? Zhou Yunfu has many years of connections. If you ask me to help you, how many people will I offend?"

Jiang Xiaodao said with a smile: "Don't worry, Guan Wang. Since I have asked you for help, of course I won't embarrass you. I have a plan of my own, which can not only silence the leaders of the patrol camp, but also make Guan Wang speechless." Leading people to rise higher."

"Promoted at a steady pace?" Wang Yanzong was a little surprised.

If this is true, then the two of them have found common interests, which is far more practical than the "face" Han Ce talks about.

When Jiang Xiaodao saw this, he leaned down and explained the plan in detail, such and such, such and such.

Wang Yanzong stared at him for a while and lowered his eyebrows for a while. After hearing this, he asked in disbelief: "Is this true?"

Jiang Xiaodao immediately knelt on the ground: "If there is even half a lie, I will let Wang Guan pick it off and kick it as a ball."

"Oh! Brother, look at it, you passed it! You know Commander Zhang after all, don't do this, let others see it, report it to Commander Zhang, they think I'm just showing off!"

Wang Yanzong hurriedly helped Jiang Xiaodao up and said with a laugh: "Come on, brother, you are worthy of being the equal of the Bai family. You have a bright future! Come on, let's have a fight!"

Unable to give in once, Jiang Xiaodao had no choice but to stand up and have a drink with Wang Yanzong.

"Wang Guandai, since the matter has been settled, I will not disturb you anymore."

Jiang Xiaodao bowed and saluted, and when he was about to leave, he was stopped by Wang Yanzong.

"Wang Guandai, do you have any other orders?" Jiang Xiaodao asked.

Wang Yanzong suddenly seemed a little shy. He put the wine cup on the table and turned it around twice. He hesitated for a long time before finally asking what he was thinking.

"That... Ling Chun'er, she..."

Halfway through the words, he felt bored again, so he shook his head and said, "Forget it, forget it! Don't take it to heart, brother. It's not a big deal. We are all people who want to achieve great things. I was just being pretentious."

Jiang Xiaodao hesitated for a moment, but did not make fun of him. Instead, he clasped his fists and said, "Wang Guandai is a temperamental person, how can he call it hypocritical? Since Wang Guandai is still willing to talk to the villain calmly, then the villain won't hide anything from you. , Zhao Lingchun, is still alive."

Wang Yanzong's eyes lit up and he quickly asked: "Really?"

Jiang Xiaodao nodded.

"Then did she mention me?"

"No." Jiang Xiaodao replied truthfully.

Wang Yanzong's eyes suddenly darkened, but in just a blink of an eye, he turned around and laughed loudly: "What the fuck! A kiln sister is a kiln sister, a bitch is ruthless! Brother, don't worry too much, I'm just casual Ask, tell me to let it go, and let it go.”

Jiang Xiaodao smiled: "Of course, it's because the villain understands Wang Guandai's character that he will tell the truth."

"It's good if this girl can still survive. I don't care about anything else, brother, I won't give it away!"

When the door was closed, Wang Yanzong did not show any sad expression.

As a man, I won’t look back.

"Man, let's settle the score!"

The waiter walked into the room: "Master Jun, the person just now has already settled your account."

"Which one?" Wang Yanzong asked.

"Well, he's the one walking behind. He has light eyebrows and looks straight at the guest officer."

"What the hell?" Wang Yanzong recalled Jiang Xiaodao's grandson-like face and asked, "Is he still arrogant?"

The waiter was a little embarrassed, scratched his head, but said: "You are the master, of course you are different from us."

Wang Yanzong didn't think too much. He stood up, took a toothpick in his mouth, shook his head with a sneer, and muttered: "No wonder everyone says Han Ce is bad at doing things. I have seen it today. Qian'er is willing to take out eight hundred silver notes. It’s so interesting that I can’t think of one or two yuan for a meal.”

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Jiangzhai in the north of the city.

It was still early, but the sky was already darkening.

Jiang Xiaodao held two lunch boxes in his hands and kicked open the door of the house. He first went to the west room to say hello to his father, and then returned to the east room happily and put the remaining lunch boxes on the Kang table.

"Daughter-in-law, dumplings filled with donkey meat!"

Hu Xiaoyan leaned forward and opened the lid. Although the dumplings were cold, they still had the aroma of meat.

"Just buy these?"

"Two big plates aren't enough for you?" Jiang Xiaodao's eyes widened, "I told you, I don't care about fat people."

Hu Xiaoyan rolled her eyes, but asked: "Where are the others?"

"Dad, I have it. I just brought it to him and fed him together. The old man has a thin face. I'm sorry, so I have to eat it by myself. He holds the chopsticks in his left hand. It takes a lot of effort. I feel anxious just looking at it!"

"Tsk! I mean, what about the other people in this courtyard? What about the Su family's helpers, Li Zheng's brothers, Zhao Guoyan and those little fans?"

Jiang Xiaodao said with a crooked mouth: "Oh my God, including all these people, how can I go back and get it? I might as well invite all Luo Ji's cooks over!"

It was originally a compliment, but unexpectedly, Hu Xiaoyan took it to heart. She immediately took out the money from her pocket and called Xiaohua over.

"Young lady, did you call me?" Xiaohua asked as she entered the room just as she was preparing to cook.

"Don't do it tonight. You go find Zhao Guoyan and ask him to drive to Luoji Dumpling House and invite their cook over. We will eat dumplings tonight. It happens to be the Chinese New Year. Make more and freeze them in the outer room so they won't spoil. "

"You prodigal old woman!" Jiang Xiaodao threw his shoes on the kang angrily, "You're like a nuisance, so I don't have to worry about you. Do you want to eat or not?"

Hu Xiaoyan thought for a while and said, "I'll wait for everyone to eat together."

"If you like to eat or not, you'll starve to death!" Jiang Xiaodao turned over and cursed, "It just so happens that I get married again, sir, no one is allowed to have three wives and four concubines..."

"Click!"

Strange sound!

Jiang Xiaodao's ears twitched, and he immediately turned over, with a white face, and said with a smile: "Hey, wife, do you want some garlic sauce? I'll give you some? Just take a bite first! Hey! You What are you doing with the gun? Come on, I’ll keep it for you.”

The two knew full well that there were no bullets in the gun.

Hu Xiaoyan raised her hand and asked, "Did you see Uncle Six when you came back? He just left."

"I'm not watching." Jiang Xiaodao suddenly became serious, "Daughter-in-law, do you really want to take action against the Bai family? I really feel that my young aunt is a person who sticks to her word and won't stumble secretly."

Hu Xiaoyan did not answer directly, but tilted her chin towards the rear window.

"Why don't you go and ask her?"

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