I rode and slashed unparalleled in the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 337: People's suffering, every family in Liujia Village is in mourning
It was snowing heavily, but Zhen Jiang's pretty face was flushed.

In the past few days in the boudoir, she had become accustomed to Su Yao's dominance. Seeing this man suddenly being so gentle, the girl's heart couldn't help but waver a little.

But she quickly adjusted herself, and faced Su Yao's encouraging gaze, and continued to tell the story.

It turned out that Zhen Jiang had discovered this after Su Yao had forced him to use the Zhen family business for intelligence gathering and other espionage work.

Intelligence work and the development of trade routes have similarities in nature.

The biggest thing they have in common is - spending money!
Whether it is opening a local store, sending a shopkeeper, recruiting clerks, or collecting intelligence, bribing informants, etc., a large amount of money is needed to pave the way.

The Zhen family has deep operations in various counties in Jizhou and has complete channels.

However, when they arrived in Youzhou, except for the business in Jicheng, they had no roots anywhere else. It could be said that their business was just starting out, and they had to start all over again.

The task Su Yao gave him was to establish an independent new business and develop a covert base.

Such expenses are difficult to count.

If we don't find a way to ensure profitability at the beginning, the hole will get bigger and bigger in the future, and it may affect your Excellency's important plans.

"Therefore, I suggest that we proceed cautiously and step by step."

Zhen Jiang reached out and grasped Su Yao's claws, which were about to move, and said:

"First in Zhuo County, then in Jicheng, based on the county seat, we will gradually expand our business."

"Youzhou's rebellion has just ended, and now it's winter again. Food is scarce everywhere."

"Southern Jizhou, Taiyuan Plain and Central Plains have experienced a rare bumper harvest this year."

"We can buy the grain and transport it to Youzhou."

"For such a major event concerning the national economy and people's livelihood, Your Excellency the Governor will definitely give full support. Not only may he provide financial assistance, he may even send an escort team."

"In this way, not only will the company not have to worry about the initial development funds, but your kindness and righteousness will also impress Liu Youzhou, which will be of great benefit to your future career."

Su Yao's eyes lit up when he listened to Zhen Jiang's detailed plan.

Unexpectedly, this girl not only took into account the profitability of the business, but also cleverly combined the current situation and proposed a practical and feasible plan that could not only solve financial problems but also win the hearts of the people.

If it is managed properly in the future, this business under MI7 will not only not require any additional investment from him, but may even bring in a steady stream of financial support.

Su Yao, with an idea in mind, checked Zhen Jiang's attributes again and was surprised to find that the girl's various ability ratings had greatly improved compared to when he first met her.

I couldn't help but sigh in my heart.

The ancients said that saints emerge in troubled times, and most heroes come from the common people. It is true.

There are countless capable people in an era.

Those who leave their names in history often have not only abilities but also a stage to display their abilities.

But that doesn't mean everyone else is stupid.

Among these ordinary faces, as long as they are given the opportunity to grow and the stage to perform, their future may not be much worse than others.

Whether it was Wei Ming before or Zhen Jiang in front of him, they helped him solve many problems and brought him many surprises along the way.

"Miss Zhen is truly my good wife. With her company, great things are bound to happen."

Su Yao's praise made Zhen Jiang's face blush even more. She lowered her head and smiled shyly, but there was a determination in her eyes.

She knew that her ability to be an assistant to Lord Su was a reflection of Su Yao's trust and recognition of her, and this kindness was invaluable.

"Thank you for your praise, sir. I am just doing my best."

Zhen Jiang said modestly:
"I am willing to do my best for you, my lord, and bring order to the world."

To restore the world to a bright and clear place. This is not only the wish of Zhen Jiang and Su Yao, but also the ambition of Liu Bei and Liu Xuande.

"Report to the country, and bring peace to the people. Heaven and earth, witness this heart. If you betray your loyalty and forget your gratitude, heaven and man will kill you together."

At the same time, Liu Bei poured the wine in his hand on the ground and spoke to his brothers again.

In the afternoon of the next day, Su Yao, who was leading his troops on a straight journey, finally encountered the first inhabited village in the past two days.

In the middle of the village there is a huge mulberry tree, more than five meters high. Although it looks a little withered after its leaves have fallen, one can still imagine how majestic it was when it was lush and prosperous by looking at its crown.

Just by taking a look at the scenery and considering the location of this place, Su Yao immediately vaguely guessed where this place was.

"Lord Su, this is Liujia Village, the hometown of Xuande." Qian Zhao said.

That's right.

This place is Liu Bei’s hometown, Liujia Village.

It was winter and there was heavy snow, so most villagers stayed at home, but they were not idle either.

Try planting, refurbish farm tools, and repair things.

When the weather gets better, they will go out to repair the damaged fence, renovate the village defenses, etc.

Although winter is not as busy and prosperous as spring and autumn, it should also be a time to look forward to hope and prepare for spring ploughing.

However, today's Liujia Village is bleak and desolate.

Except for a few people nervously watching at the entrance of the village, sounds of crying could be heard from time to time in the village.

Every family is in mourning, which is a true portrayal of the current situation in Liujia Village.

The few guards outside were so frightened when they saw the fully-armed and murderous uninvited guests standing in the snow at the entrance of the village that their legs and feet went limp, they howled loudly, and banged the gongs and drums in their hands.

"Thieves, the thieves are coming!!!"

——"You little brat!"

Lu Bu stared and shouted:

"Open your eyes wide, we are government troops, how can we be bandits?!"

However, contrary to what Lu Bu said, just looking at their miserable appearance with all their clothes and hats covered in white in the heavy snow, it is really hard to tell that they have the style of the government army.

So the boy on duty continued to bang and howl loudly.

"Tell the soldiers to stop here for now."

Su Yao ordered:
"Let's go in and take a look at the situation."

"Also, I won't say much about military discipline. Anyone who dares to disturb the people will go home!"

Su Yao's words immediately made the soldiers restrain their momentum. The team fell silent, leaving only a series of heavy footsteps echoing in the snow.

Zhen Jiang, Lu Bu, Zhao Yun, Qian Zhao, Wang Ling, Wei Ming and others followed Su Yao and slowly walked towards Liujia Village.

Everyone looked past the village entrance and the scene inside was even more desolate, with white flags hanging on the doors of every household.

"No, don't come over here. I won't be polite if you come over again!" said the young man guarding the village nervously.

Facing those farmers who were trembling with their guns, more and more farmers were running out with knives and farm tools.

Zhao Yun, the silver-helmeted general who replaced Cheng Lian as the new captain of the personal guards, stepped forward two steps, clasped his hands and said:
"Fellow villagers, we are soldiers under the command of General Du Liao, the governor of Liaodong, and Marquis Su Junhou. We are passing by this precious place to request supplies and have no ill intentions."

"Don't be afraid, folks."

(End of this chapter)