The best little eunuch

Chapter 128 Extortion
Chapter 128 Extortion
Statements like this are everywhere.After a lively discussion, the merchants also paid taxes consciously after seeing that the shops of the four family members paid taxes honestly.Of course, there are also those stubborn people who threatened to suspend their business, refused to pay taxes, and were directly sealed up by the tax collectors.Only after honestly going to the tax bureau to pay taxes and paying fines can we continue to open for business.

"My lord, the current situation is good. The tax payment for this month is conservatively estimated to be about 10 taels of silver." Feng Yuanji said to Lin Feng.Although the tax bureau is under Lin Feng's control, Feng Yuanji is still handling it. After all, Lin Feng feels that if he does everything, he will not be exhausted.Therefore, let the officials below do more.

"It's a good start." Lin Feng said: "As long as this end is done well, it will be much easier in the future. Master Feng, you should take the lead in this matter."

"No, it's all thanks to the adults." Feng Yuanji said immediately.

"Okay, okay, don't be humble, the collection of commercial tax has just started, you should also keep an eye on it, don't let anything happen, and report to me immediately." Lin Feng said to Feng Yuanji.

"Yes, my lord, the lower officials will keep watching, absolutely nothing will happen." Feng Yuanji replied.

Everything in Beijiang is proceeding according to the predetermined plan, and the collection of commercial tax is very calm. Although some businessmen object, they are basically small businessmen, and they have no fundamental effect.They end up having to pay taxes in the reality that everyone pays taxes.

Before leaving Beijiang, Lin Feng made a special trip to have a meal with Wu Baoxing, Feng Yuanji, and Xia Yizhi. "This time, Beijiang's taxes can be collected so easily. Everyone has worked hard. I would like to toast to everyone." Lin Feng said, raising his glass.

"My lord, you are welcome, these are the things that should be done." The three quickly replied.

"I'm going to get up and go back to Nanjiang today, and the two adults will take care of Beijiang's affairs." Lin Feng said to Feng Yuanji and Xia Yizhi again.

Standing up quickly, Feng Yuanji and Xia Yizhi said: "My lord, please rest assured, the officials and others will definitely not disappoint you."

"Both adults, sit down quickly." Lin Feng pressed his hands and said, "I still believe in the abilities of the two adults."

"Thank you for your trust." The two said quickly.Lin Feng trusted them so much, which naturally made them very happy.At least this shows that their work these days has been recognized by Lin Feng.

"I would like to ask Wu Yuanwai to help explain the matter on the Beijiang businessman's side." Lin Feng said to Wu Baoxing.Although everyone pays taxes now, it is only a last resort under the general situation.It will take a while before they are willing to pay taxes from the bottom of their hearts.

"My lord, don't worry, the grass people will definitely tell those people why they have to pay taxes." Wu Baoxing said to Lin Feng.

Things in Beijiang came to an end temporarily, and Lin Feng rushed to Nanjiang without stopping.After all, taxation is the only source of income for Lin Feng at present, and the imperial court can't come up with a penny.Even Li Henian and the others who were in court might still be watching Lin Feng's jokes.After all, they also have losses from collecting commercial taxes.

"My lord, should we go directly to Nanjiang, or go to the garrison camp first?" Niu Jin asked beside Lin Feng.At the current time, if you rush directly to Nanjiang, you will definitely not be able to make it before dark.It's better to go directly to the garrison camp for one night and leave tomorrow.

"No, we'll be on our way overnight." Lin Feng said.Firstly, he is eager to rush to Jinling. Ruan Linger's letter arrived yesterday, saying that she has dealt with the affairs of the Eighteen Villages Alliance; secondly, even Lin Feng wants to see that Frangji's musket as soon as possible. .Back then in the military forum, Lin Feng studied hard for a long time. Although he didn't make a musket in the end, he developed a strong interest in the musket.

"My lord...then we will have to travel at night for a while." Niu Jin reminded.

"It's okay. We drove all night, besides, who would dare to rob our way?" Lin Feng said with a smile.Although he doesn't have many guards, he is well-trained, and ordinary people are really not their opponents.

"Yes, my lord, I'm on my way overnight." As Niu Jin said, he sent people to Jinling to deliver the letter first, and then he hurried on his way here as soon as possible.

The days in early spring are relatively long, but after dark, Lin Feng and the others are still some distance away from Jinling. "Light up the torch." Niu Jin ordered loudly.In comparison, it is very inconvenient to drive in the dark.

Several guards hurriedly lit the torches.Although it provides a lot of light, it still looks very dark.However, the guards were relatively close together, so they could barely see the road ahead.

Suddenly, a guard in front of the road scouted loudly: "Stop."

"What's the situation?" Niu Jin asked while raising the spear in his hand, preparing for battle.

"My lord, there is a convoy ahead. They said they want to go with us." The guard replied loudly.

"Tell them, no, let them go by themselves." Niu Jin said cautiously.After all, it's so dark, who knows who those people are.If it was with those gangsters who robbed the Dao, wouldn't it make people break through directly from the inside.

The guard communicated with those people in front for a while, and the guard said loudly again: "My lord, they said that they only have two people and a coachman, and it is not safe to walk at night. Let us sympathize with them and take them along."

"Tell them no, let them get out of the way!" Niu Jin's tone was very strong. After all, Lin Feng's safety was more important than anything else. If it was daytime, it would not be a big problem to take them for a ride, but the problem is, it's not daytime , it is night.All unsafe factors must be eliminated!

"My lord, I beg you, please take us for a ride? The little girl is very grateful." Seeing that it was impossible to communicate with the guard, the woman over there yelled at the top of her voice.

"No..." Before Niu Jin could say his words, Lin Feng stopped him and said, "Let them come over."

"My lord, this is not safe." Niu Jin looked at Lin Feng and said.Who knows what those people do, if they are with those robbers, it will be troublesome.

After waving his hand, Lin Feng said, "It's okay. We know this person, he is the shopkeeper of that pet shop."

Lin Feng also heard it from the voice, and he knew that Liu Yunxin had indeed come to Jiangnan, so he was absolutely sure that it was Liu Yunxin.Since Liu Yunxin is here waiting for him, there must be a purpose.

Soon, Liu Yunxin appeared in front of Lin Feng frowning and Tingting.He bowed to Lin Feng, looked surprised, and said, "Why is it you, my lord? I didn't expect to meet you here, my lord!"

"Yes, what a coincidence. Is Miss Liu going to Jiangnan too?" Lin Feng asked.

"No, the little girl is bored in the capital. I heard that Jiangnan is prosperous, so I just went to see if there is any business that can be done." Liu Yunxin said: "My lord, you also know that the little girl is a businessman."

"What a coincidence, I have to tell Ms. Liu some bad news: Jiangnan will soon levy taxes on merchants." Lin Feng also said to Liu Yunxin with a smile.The so-called coming to Jiangnan to find business is definitely not Liu Yunxin's main purpose. She should have more important things to do.Just don't know what this thing is?However, Lin Feng guessed that this matter was most likely related to him.

"Why is it suddenly necessary to levy taxes?" Liu Yunxin asked in surprise.

"I can't tell for a while. Where is Ms. Liu going? If I go by the way, I will give Ms. Liu a ride." Lin Feng said to Liu Yunxin.

"Jinling, I don't know if I'm on the way with your lord?" Liu Yunxin replied.

"That's great, I'm going to Jinling too, so you can go with me. But let's say it first, everyone in this officer rides horses, and the speed is very fast, you have to keep up." Lin Feng said.It can be regarded as deliberately making things difficult for Liu Yunxin.

Liu Yunxin smiled sweetly and said, "Don't worry, my lord. My driver is an old man with a handlebar. His driving skills are absolutely top-notch. Don't worry, my lord, we will definitely be able to keep up."

"That's good." After Lin Feng finished speaking, he immediately urged the horse under his crotch and drove forward.

"You..." Liu Yunxin stomped her feet vigorously, before she had time to scold Lin Feng, she quickly got into the carriage and urged the handlebars to follow quickly. If she lost it, she would really be scared in this wilderness.

"My lord, they are following." Niu Jin reminded in a low voice.

"I know." Lin Feng nodded and said.The speed of riding the horse did not drop at all, and it was still moving forward at a very fast speed.And Liu Yunxin's carriage is indeed as Liu Yunxin said, it can always keep a certain distance behind your team, Lin Feng and the others.

The team soon arrived at Jinling City.Since it was night and the gate of Jinling City had already been closed, Lin Feng had no choice but to ask Niu Jin to call the gate.

"Is there anyone in the city?" Niu Jin shouted loudly.

The guard on the city wall didn't seem to wake up, and shouted to the city: "What are you shouting for? I don't know if the city gate will not be opened until dawn! Go back and stay honestly. When the sun rises, the gate will naturally be opened for you. Shout again, be careful, I will let someone greet you with a bow and arrow."

"You..." Niu Jin was pissed off by the guard on the city wall, and he actually talked to himself like this. This made Niu Jin feel very shameless for the new head of guard Lin Feng.

"Don't argue with him, tell him I'm back." Lin Feng said to Niu Jin from behind.

(End of this chapter)