King of Song

Chapter 162 Getting Ready
The third department sent people to check Changping's warehouse. Cai Jing was a little confused when he received such news.

how so?This is unreasonable!
Hasn't Lin Zhao already written to the official's house?Don't the officials agree?It shouldn't be so!What about sending people to investigate?Could it be that Long Yan was furious?Could it be that Lin Zhao fell out of favor?Isn't this too fast?
There is a saying that accompanying a king is like accompanying a tiger, it seems that it is not false at all!

Cai Jing was a little shocked, but more worried. He suddenly regretted that he should not have lent food to Lin Zhao, and now he is in trouble.

Fortunately, it was just the beginning, and there was not much food shipped out. As long as the cover was done well, it was estimated that it would be easy to pass.Anyway, the Young Crops Law has started to be implemented here, and a lot of young crops have been released. The statistics are not particularly clear and there are some. Now I hope that the officials of the third division will not be too serious.

County magistrate Cai, who was thinking about how to get away with it, never thought that Lin Zhao would actually send back the grain, so what happened?
Lin Zhao's deficit was so serious, how could he return the grain so readily?Cai Jing was surprised.

Could it be because Lin Zhao knew he was doomed and didn't want to hurt others?Cai Jing was very moved by his righteousness.

Or did Lin Zhao already have a countermeasure?Ready to go?magic!Cai Jing is very curious!
No matter what happened, County Magistrate Cai had convinced Lin Zhao.People who keep their promises, are righteous, and have outstanding abilities are worthy of association.

Cai Jing is also paying close attention to the situation to see how Lin Zhao will respond and what the result will be. If he can help, it is definitely his duty.

At this time, the county magistrate Lin, who was on the cusp of the crisis, was rushing to the Hangzhou government office to meet Zhao Zhizhou and Su Tongpan.

Su Shi also already knew the ins and outs of the matter. Although he didn't agree with the young crop law, he had no prejudice against the executor. After all, the emperor's order is hard to break, let alone Lin Zhao.They cooperated with each other before to suppress the rebellion and investigate the sale of illegal salt. They had a good relationship with each other. Su Shi also had a lot of appreciation and affection for Lin Zhao.

He had already heard from Zhao Yan about Lin Zhao's plan to use Changping warehouse for disaster relief, and he admired Lin Zhao's act of righteousness.Therefore, some things are seen in the eyes, but one eye is turned a blind eye, and the convenience is given as much as possible.

Unexpectedly, something went wrong at this juncture, and the imperial court actually sent people to investigate Chang Pingcang.It was not too late, really, for the first time two Conservative ministers grew weary of the old party's practices.

In short, Lin Zhao is not the only one who is anxious, Zhao Bian and Su Shi are equally anxious.

When Zhao Yan was fidgeting, Lin Zhao arrived!

"Dongyang!" When the words came to his lips, Zhao Yan greeted him, hesitated for a moment, he was a little surprised, Lin Zhao's face was not panic, but rather calm.It is rare to be able to be so calm at such a young age, and not to show emotions or emotions. The future of this child is limitless!

Lin Zhao cupped his hands and said, "I've seen you, my lord, Su Tong judges!"

"Dongyang came here because of the Changping warehouse?" Su Shi cut to the point and asked in a deep voice.

"Exactly!" Lin Zhao nodded slightly.

Zhao Yan stroked his gray beard, and said, "Don't worry about Dongyang. The sinking of the post boat was an accident, and we didn't know about it before. We had an invitation, but it was because the accident didn't reach the hands of the officials. The officials said it!"

"Thank you, my lord!" Zhao Bian was indeed a man of character and integrity. This sentence is not as simple as just saying it, and the implication is that he will bear the corresponding responsibility.Ordinary officials might first distance themselves and shirk responsibility, but Zhao Zhizhou did the opposite. Lin Zhao was very moved and respected Zhao Bian even more.

Su Shi also said: "I also know the situation, and I will explain it to the officials in Shushu, so you can rest assured!"

Meeting two such understanding and helpful superiors, Lin Zhao's character is quite good.However, the two Shangguans obviously misunderstood Lin Zhao's intentions, and their own thoughts were a little too negative.

"My lords, I don't mean that!" Lin Zhao shook his head and said, "Shang Shu explained, presumably the officials will understand, but it will take time and effort, and there may be many changes in it, I don't want to implicate the two lords.

Furthermore, if the problem of the Changping warehouse is exposed, the previous efforts will be in vain, and the grain price in Hangzhou will be out of control, and the people's life will be unsustainable. "

The food price in Hangzhou also caused the two of them a headache, so when Lin Zhao mentioned it, the two of them immediately frowned.Hoarding and driving up prices are the most resentful behaviors.

However, there was no food in the official warehouse, and they were unable to calm down. Zhao Bian and Su Shi were anxious and even used coercive means.However, there is a lack of evidence, so we have to be cautious.Fortunately, Lin Zhao has been maintaining the overall situation, so there is no major problem.But now, trouble has arisen!
The two high-ranking local officials sighed for a while. After a while, Su Shi realized, who is Lin Zhao?He has always been famous for being smart, wise and methodical, and not admitting defeat.How could he easily admit defeat and sit and wait for death?Since he was able to come here and say what he said, maybe he has a perfect plan.

Su Shi suddenly smiled slightly, and asked, "What countermeasures does Dongyang have?"

Zhao Bian also reacted, and looked at Lin Zhao with full expectation. As long as there is a feasible way, they will definitely support it with all their strength.

Su Zizhan who knows me also!Lin Zhao pondered for a moment, and said, "There is a way, but it's a bit risky!"

"How do you say it?" The two local senior officials suddenly became interested, and their expressions became more dignified.

"I have an idea..." Lin Zhao immediately narrated, and the two of them were stunned for a while, but they didn't expect Lin Zhao to come up with such an idea.After all, this guy is human, and he has such ideas in his head.Fortunately, it is used in the right way. If it is used in crooked ways, I'm afraid it will go astray.

After explaining, Lin Zhao said: "It's not that I have evil thoughts in my heart and want to get away with despicable means, but that the situation in the grain market is tense, and it's a pity that my success falls short. That's why I came up with such a risky strategy..."

Zhao Bian was silent. Lin Zhao's move was indeed a little risky. Once something happened, he might be made a fuss by the National People's Congress, and the consequences would be quite serious.If you want to hide it, what do you want to do?Maybe he will be accused of crime.But if we don't do this, the situation in Hangzhou will be chaotic and difficult to control!

This is not the result they want to see!
After thinking for a long time, Su Shi asked: "Dongyang, are you sure?"

"Technically, it's definitely fine. I've already sent someone to process it. I hope that the two elders will help me. Besides, the matter is very important, and I don't dare to make my own decisions, so I came to ask the two elders... ...Of course, if something happens, I will be responsible for it alone, I just hope that the two of you can be witnesses!"

Zhao Bian pondered for a moment, nodded and said: "Dongyang let it go, the old man believes in you!
"Hmm! Su Shi already had [-]% or [-]% approval in his heart. When he saw the mature and prudent Zhao Yan express his opinion, he nodded and agreed immediately without hesitation!
Lin Zhao breathed a sigh of relief in his heart, he had a good idea, but if the two upper officials who knew the inside story disagreed, everything would be useless.Simply talk openly and honestly, and seek their permission. The chaos in the grain market is not a problem for me alone. Zhao Yan and Su Shi are also very troubled.

Therefore, if they have common interests with each other, coupled with their personalities, Lin Zhao thinks it is worth a try!Even if something happens, heavyweight figures will come forward to help clarify, so that they will not be isolated and helpless.

In fact, to a certain extent, he tied the two local high-ranking officials with him. With their assistance, many things would go smoothly and he would have more confidence.

How could Zhao Zhizhou and Su Tong judge fail to see Lin Zhao's intentions? Luckily, they had gotten to know Lin Zhao better on weekdays, knowing that his original intentions were good, so they agreed.

Lin Zhao didn't know that there were other unknown reasons why Zhao Bian nodded.He would never have thought that Mr. Zhao would spare no effort to support him unconditionally as long as he did not make excessive demands.

When Lin Zhao returned to the county government, Yu Xuan reported to him: "Guangji Grain Bank has secretly delivered the grain!"

"Very good!" Lin Zhao immediately asked again, "How is that going?"

Yu Xuan replied: "It just so happens that the Meng family is currently repairing several shops and houses that were damaged by the rain. The craftsmen are ready-made and very reliable. They are rushing to work overnight. It must be ready before tomorrow night!"

"Okay, keep an eye on it, hurry up, Zhang Mingyuan may have arrived in Suzhou, and if it is soon, he may arrive in Hangzhou the day after tomorrow, so make sure everything is in order tomorrow night!" Lin Zhao emphasized again, as a director, he wants to make a film Wonderful blockbuster, how can it work if the props are not good?

Lin Zhao instructed again: "Also, watch out for the usual servants in Changpingcang, and replace them with our own people when necessary!"

"Yes!"

Now, everything is handled in sevens and eights, and everything is ready.Then there is the performance.This scene is very important and must not be spoiled, so every participant must go all out.Especially Lin Zhao, the director and lead actor, was under a lot of pressure!
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Zhang Ziheng quickly sent someone to deliver the grain to Lin Zhao. After all, the quantity was not large, so it was easy to prepare.The choice has already been made, and the promised things have been fulfilled. As for other things, let's wait and see!
Proprietor Zhang didn't want to think too much for a while, so let nature take its course!

The weather was cold in winter, especially after nightfall. Zhang Ziheng, who had rheumatism, nestled into a warm room early.

As for the delivery of food and other messy things, they were all handed over to the shopkeeper, Lao Wang. This old man has been with him for a long time, so he is very relieved.

Perhaps because he is afraid of the cold in winter, Zhang Ziheng has not been aware of Lao Wang's daily whereabouts recently, and he has inevitably neglected many things.

Zhang Ziheng didn't know that Lao Wang didn't go home to rest immediately after finishing his work at Guangji Grain Bank.Instead, taking advantage of the dark moon and high wind, he hurried out.

This guy turned around a few streets and alleys, and the final destination was Qinghetang!

(End of this chapter)