King of Song

Chapter 151 Provocation
After hearing Meng Ruoying's narration in Qiantang County Government, Lin Zhao's expression gradually became gloomy.

Is the shipwreck a coincidence?Or are you overthinking yourself?

Lin Zhao shook his head lightly, comfortingly said: "Don't worry, I will immediately send someone to Suzhou for verification, and at the same time look for Master Sun's cargo ship along the waterway."

"Well, I've always felt uneasy these two days!" Meng Ruoying's worry was written directly on her face, and Lin Zhao looked a little distressed.

He knew very well that Meng Ruoying was helping himself to a large extent by doing this, and the pressure she was under was also because of him.Suddenly, Lin Zhao suddenly remembered Lu Ji's proposal on the day of the banquet. It was from that time that the Meng family was pushed to the forefront. All the signs in the past few days were superficial, as if someone was behind the scenes to fuel the flames.

If Meng's cargo ship really sank, was it an accident or something else?
Obviously, the battle with the grain merchants in Qiantang had started unintentionally, but Meng Ruoying took the lead in attracting firepower for herself, for which Lin Zhao was very sorry.

The dragon has reverse scales, Lin Zhao will never tolerate someone hurting the women around him.If someone is unfavorable to the Meng family and Meng Ruoying, then Lin Zhao will definitely not be polite and will definitely make them pay a heavy price.

While Lin Zhao was comforting Meng Ruoying, another accident happened, which made the already difficult situation of the Meng family even worse.

The granary of the Meng family in the south of the city accidentally caught fire, and more than half of the 5000 million grain was lost.

If one thing is accidental, is it an accident, then all the problems connected in series, is it still accidental?
This is just the beginning of the matter. The number of people who came to Meng's Grain Shop to buy grain increased sharply the next day, and it was sold out in less than half a day.Many customers who lined up in the back row did not buy, and this situation was still the same from the early morning of the third day.

The disappointed and anxious disciples became a little impulsive, and some people deliberately booed and fueled the flames, making the scene even more chaotic.The Meng family sought fame and used the illusion of a fire to cover up the fact of hoarding, and various rumors spread.

The people in Qiantang County were already dissatisfied with the actions of the grain merchants, and finally their last hope was shattered. Under the artificial guidance, all their anger was directed at Meng's grain merchants.

Meng Ruoying was under tremendous pressure in an instant, and she didn't expect such kindness to happen.On the one hand, it will have a bad impact on the reputation of the Meng family, and at the same time, it will cause trouble for Lin Zhao at a critical moment.

After hearing the news, Lin Zhao was completely furious!I thought that these people were just profiteers hoarding money, but I didn't expect them to be so despicable.He even engaged in murder and arson, for a few black-hearted money, so embarrassing the Meng family.

To embarrass Meng Ruoying is to embarrass me, Lin, just wait for me!Lin Zhao clenched his fists tightly, and the veins on his forehead bulged. Su An, who had been with him for a long time, knew that Mr. Lin was really angry this time, and someone was going to be in trouble!
"Did you find out the news you were asked to check?" Lin Zhao asked in a deep voice.

Su An said: "The situation of the grain merchants has been clearly understood. As for the backstage of the Lu brothers, judging from the current clues, it seems that they have something to do with Bianjing. The exact news still needs to wait for a few days." Neatly written white paper, with some information clearly written on it.

"Zhang Ziheng of Guangji Grain Company has rheumatism?"

Su An nodded and said, "Yes, Zhang Ziheng is very afraid of the cold!"

"Hmm!" Lin Zhao responded, his eyes fell down again, and he said leisurely, "Is it related to Bianjing? I don't know which high-ranking official it is this time?"

Yu Xuan, who was standing on the side, suggested: "My lord, the most urgent task is to help Miss Meng overcome the difficulties!"

"That's right!" Naturally, Lin Zhao didn't want to see Meng Ruoying in trouble and being wronged. If she could help, she would naturally do her best.

"It's just that the Meng family is short of food now, what should I do?" Yu Xuan seemed to be a little bit embarrassed.

Lin Zhao said disapprovingly, "We have plenty of food!"

"My lord is talking about Chang Ping Cang?" Yu Xuan seemed to be a little hesitant about this.

Lin Zhao nodded lightly. The memorial has been sent out for a long time. Why hasn't Bianjing responded so long?What exactly are Zhao Xu and Wang Anshi's opinions?In this way, Lin Zhao inevitably had some scruples... But, now I can't control so much, and it is important to help Meng Ruoying.

But until there is no reply from Bianjing, it is best to keep a low profile, at least not to give anyone a handle.Lin Zhao felt that perhaps some superficial work should be done first.

"Is the padded coat ready?" Lin Zhao asked in a deep voice.

Yu Xuandao: "It's already done, and it's been delivered to Madam!"

Lin Zhao nodded and said, "Bring a pair of cotton trousers, and our new daughter red, and go to Guangji Foodstuffs to meet Zhang Ziheng!"

"Yes!"

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Zhang Ziheng never expected that County Magistrate Lin would come to visit him in person. For a commoner businessman, he was flattered.

"Magistrate Lin came to visit, the humble house is full of fluff and splendor!" Lin Zhao came here in an upright manner, Zhang Ziheng had to follow the etiquette, and his parents and children greeted him at the door.

Fortunately, on the one hand, when Zhang Ziheng saw Lin Zhao's fanfare, many things became clear to him, and a wry smile could not help but emerge from the corner of his mouth.Of course, the dignified county magistrate was able to condescend and come to visit him as a businessman. The sincerity of this down-to-earth handover is really admirable and moving.

Zhang Ziheng led Lin Zhao into the hall, and divided the guests into seats.Although it is said that the guest does as he pleases, Zhang Ziheng knows in his heart that everything today is under the leadership of County Magistrate Lin.

Lin Zhao was not too polite, and directly "overtook the host" and said with a smile, "I heard that Master Zhang has rheumatism?"

Zhang Ziheng's heart moved, he nodded and said: "Yes, in the early years when traveling from south to north, it was often humid and cold, but now it will attack whenever it is rainy and humid!"

"Although Lin doesn't know the art of orpiment, he has also heard that such rheumatism needs internal treatment, and external maintenance is the only way."

Zhang Ziheng clearly noticed that Lin Zhao's self-proclaimed was not "the official", so he only heard Lin Zhao continue: "Naturally, the inner treatment is to invite a famous doctor, Lin can't help much, then the outer maintenance... …I got a kind of cotton during the next meal, and made a pair of cotton trousers, which are quite warm to wear after winter, which must be good for Zhang Proprietor’s health. There is also some homemade wine, please taste it to Proprietor Zhang!”

While speaking, Su An had already presented a gift, and Zhang Ziheng understood this truth.But if the county magistrate doesn't accept the gift, it seems to be too ignorant.What's more, this gift, especially the cotton trousers, made him very curious and yearning, and he didn't want to refuse it from the bottom of his heart.

Zhang Ziheng took the gift, bowed and said, "Thank you, County Magistrate Lin, for the gift. I don't know if County Magistrate Lin came to the humble house today, what orders do you have?"

"Oh, that's right, I'm here today to buy some food from Proprietor Zhang!"

"Buy food?" The expected answer, but Zhang Ziheng still feigned surprise.

Lin Zhao nodded and said, "Yes, but what? Not on behalf of the county government, but in a private capacity to buy food from Proprietor Zhang!"

Thinking of the recent rumors in the market and the close relationship between Lin Zhao and the Meng family, Zhang Ziheng immediately understood.However, regardless of Lin Zhao’s status in buying grain, he dared not agree easily, at least not now, so he replied, “Magistrate Lin, I’m afraid this matter is a bit embarrassing, and the store’s inventory is very limited. Yu Gong In private, I will prepare and dispatch food as soon as possible..."

"Okay, thank you, Mr. Zhang, for bothering you, Lin will take his leave first!"

Zhang Ziheng was very surprised by this turning point. Lin Zhao just mentioned it, but he didn't go into it at all. He didn't even try to fight for it or question it, so he just left?This is very unreasonable, Zhang Ziheng couldn't help being confused, what kind of medicine is sold in the gourd of County Magistrate Lin?He watched Lin Zhao go away with puzzled eyes, stunned for a long time.

Could it be that they want to divide and disintegrate in this way?Forcing himself to break with the Lu brothers?But without any substantive agreement, how can it be effective?
After leaving Guangji Grain Store, Lin Zhao immediately ordered Yu Xuan, "Immediately transfer grain from Changping warehouse to Ruoying!"

"My lord, do you really want to use it?" Yu Xuan was quite cautious about this.

Lin Zhao nodded and said, "Well, they never thought of this. You can catch them off guard and kill two birds with one stone."

"My lord is saying..." Yu Xuan seemed to understand something, nodded and smiled, "My lord is brilliant!"

Lin Zhao said coldly: "Since they want to play tricks, hoard food, and drive up food prices, then let's have fun."

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When the grain from Changping warehouse arrived secretly, Meng's grain company came back to life, quickly got rid of the previous embarrassment, restored the good reputation before, and the grand occasion was even better than before.

Such a situation immediately attracted the attention of relevant people, and the Lu brothers, especially Lu Ji, were greatly surprised by this.

"How is it possible? It is impossible for the Meng family to have surplus food!" Lu Ji couldn't believe it, and said, "It must be that the Meng family has a new source of food."

Lu Shan said: "Brother, I heard that Lin Zhao went to Guangji yesterday, and it is said that he gave Zhang Ziheng a generous gift!" The news didn't need to be spread, Lin Zhao went to Guangji Grain Store with great fanfare, and the news had already spread in Qiantang County , as long as you pay a little attention, you will naturally notice it.

"Oh?" Lu Ji responded, and pondered: "Could it be true?"

"Brother, Zhang Ziheng has always had a different heart. Now Lin Zhao comes to the door in person and gives generous gifts. It is normal to be moved!"

Lu Ji nodded and said: "It is indeed possible. I thought I could get to Meng's house and die this time, but let Zhang Ziheng ruin things!"

"Brother, what shall we do?" Lu Shan asked in a deep voice.

Lu Ji said: "They can buy food, so can we... But, it's best to meet Zhang Ziheng first, and see what kind of wishful thinking Zhang Boss is planning!"

For Zhang Ziheng, this time it was yellow mud in his crotch, it was either shit or shit!But I obviously didn't agree to sell the grain, so where did the Meng family's grain come from?He felt that he should explain it, but he didn't know if anyone would believe it!
For such a result, Lin Zhao is naturally quite satisfied, let them be suspicious of each other!The grain merchants are not monolithic, and it is easy to open the gap, and they will inevitably create rifts, and the effect is quite good.

When he was contemplating the next step, a city gate guard came to report a news, Lin Zhao's face suddenly became serious, and he turned and left in a hurry...

　Sorry, the network cable broke down last night, and I couldn't update it, readers forgive me!

　　
　
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