Three Kingdoms.

  Chapter 2120 Tea Buyer

  Life is an endless practice until the last day comes.

  The county magistrate of Anding Linjing, Zhao Ji, thinks that the practice of life is really too painful, as if it is endless, it is better to have fun in time, if you have wine today, you will be drunk today, regardless of whether you will spread the boat tomorrow.

   Zhao Ji’s concept is actually related to his family, his background, and his life experience...

   Zhao Ji's father is Zhao Yi, also known as Zhao Yi.

  When Zhao Yi was young, he was tall and tall, handsome, well-studied in poetry and books, so he was naturally a little arrogant. In the first year of Guanghe, as a county official, he was given advice from the county, and went to Luoyang, the capital, and was immediately appreciated by Sikong Yuanfeng and Henan Yinyangzhi. The famous Beijing Normal University can be said to be proud of the spring breeze.

  It's a pity that just when it seemed that a bright future was waving in front of our eyes, the disaster of party imprisonment came.

Because the behavior of attacking eunuchs was a kind of political correctness before the party was imprisoned, and in order to gain fame and higher attention, Zhao Yi repeatedly criticized eunuchs in Taixue and other public occasions, and lashed out at eunuchs, naturally in words It's quite offensive, for example, some words like "hemorrhoids make friends, act in vain", of course, the **** hates it so much...

After the incident, the eunuchs searched and arrested Zhao Yi almost to death. Fortunately, with the help of his friends, he escaped from Luoyang and survived the disaster. As a result, his heart sank and he returned to his hometown. He refused to be recruited by the court. Accompanied by calligraphy and painting at home, it is quite a success.

   Zhao Ji, who grew up in such an environment, was more or less influenced by his father Zhao Yi's perception of officialdom. Zhao Ji was smart since he was a child, and he was known as a prodigy when he was a child. If there is no big accident, then as Zhao Ji, he is still very likely to be a young man. His later achievements may also be higher than his father, and even become the pillar of the entire Zhao family.

  However, accidents always come unexpectedly...

  When Zhao Ji became an official in the county, Xiqiang rebelled again.

   As an official in the county, Zhao Ji met Zhang Wen, a member of the central government, a top official of the Han Dynasty, and one of the three princes for the first time.

  Zhang Wen was promoted by Cao Teng, Cao Cao's grandfather. In the first year of Zhongping, he was named Sikong. In the second year of Zhongping, he also served as the general of chariots and cavalry, false festivals, and the deputy general Zhijin Wu Yuanpang to crusade against the rebellion of Xiqiang Beigong Boyu and others.

  Dong Zhuo, who was domineering for a while later, was just a miscellaneous General Polu at that time. He was also Zhang Wen's subordinate along with Zhou Shen, the general of the gangsters, and Sun Jian, who joined the army.

At first, Zhao Ji admired Zhang Wen. Whether it was Sikong or Chariot General, they were almost the top positions in the Han dynasty. Commanding tens of thousands of soldiers again, he is really the pinnacle of life, a model of the gentry!

  As a local official, in such a major event, of course, he must cooperate with Zhang Wen, enter the army to do some auxiliary work, and contribute to the great cause of the Han Dynasty's suppression of the rebellion.

  But after Zhao Ji entered Zhang Wen's army, his original ideas were completely defeated.

  The first military mission that Zhao Ji experienced was a transportation mission, transporting a batch of supplies from Xiangwu to Ji County.

  With five hundred people, it takes eight hundred miles to go back and forth on foot. It is not easy, but it is not too difficult an errand. Zhao Ji was very excited, full of feelings of serving the country, and after arriving in Xiangwu, he realized that something was wrong, because there were only nine sheep for the supplies to be transported!

  Mission, transport nine sheep from Xiangwu to Ji County!

   demand, live.

  Transit time, the shorter the better.

  Zhao Ji couldn’t figure out why these nine sheep were transported, and he didn’t know what the significance of transporting these nine sheep was, but the military order was like this, so Zhao Ji could only follow the military order.

Zhao Ji even hugged one of the sheep, went up and down carefully, and even detected the back door of the sheep. Except that he was almost kicked in the eye by the sheep and harvested a piece of sheep dung, he found nothing. What is special about the nine sheep in Xiangwu, and there is no connection between such sheep and the military plan to rebel against the Western Qiang.

  These nine sheep are obviously nothing special, because the day after Zhao Ji brought the sheep back, the nine sheep were killed, and then the whole army was given a night of thin mutton soup.

  After completing the errand, Zhao Ji buried this doubt in his heart until one day he saw a copy of the watch...

In order to quell the rebellion of Xiqiang, the great Han allocated a lot of food, grass and money, and because of the difficulty of transshipment, he allowed the Western Army to quell the rebellion to buy it locally, and the nine sheep were the purchased materials, but the final amount Surprised Zhao Ji!

  Because the sheep purchased were not nine, but nine thousand!

  The purchase cost was six million dollars!

  『This…』Zhao Ji found his boss, 『This number is wrong…』

  『Why is it wrong? Did you buy lamb? Is it food for the whole army? Is it true that everyone in the army is happy? Great morale boost? Even if you go out and return with a big victory? What's wrong? What's wrong? What's wrong with numbers? Is this the only place for the court army? How do you know that there are no sheep to send to other places? Is it possible that you are only allowed to transport sheep by Mr. Zhao, and others cannot transport sheep? Are you talking about what is wrong? 』

Zhao Ji was young at the time, so he didn't think much about it for a while. He realized when he saw his boss's voice was stern, and he turned his face immediately when he saw that there seemed to be a disagreement. Counsel, absolutely don't carry it to the end, just admit that the boss is right, everything is reasonable, but this sheep is less than 700 yuan, the price is a bit unreasonably cheap, and now the border is in chaos, the price is natural Also a rising tide lifts all boats...

The boss was overjoyed, it turned out that the amount was unreasonable, "That's right, that's right, someone was negligent, the price of this sheep is five or six hundred dollars on weekdays, when the war comes, it's not going to be doubled, one thousand and two Hundreds of dollars! Forget it, how about a round number, how about fifteen hundred dollars? 』

  The boss is happy.

  Later, Zhao Ji not only received a comment of "knowing the truth, understanding the people's sentiments, being brave to do things, and daring to take responsibility", but also received a reward of ten yi gold, and even received Zhang Wen's personal interview and verbal praise...

  Further later, Zhao Ji heard the news that Zhang Wen's position as the third prince was bought for 10 million yuan. Of course, the one who received the money was none other than Liu Hong. After hearing this, Zhao Ji felt that something in his heart was broken and collapsed, and then Zhao Ji figured out why Dong Zhuo was so domineering in front of Zhang Wen, probably because Dong Zhuo looked down on Zhang Wen. Similarly, Zhang Wen also looked down on Dong Zhuo. Zhang Wen tolerated Dong Zhuo only because Dong Zhuo could really fight.

I don't know if it was because Zhao Ji's performance met Zhang Wen's requirements, or because of some other reasons, Zhao Ji was later filled in the position of the county, which also means that he entered the official career from a good citizen. In the process of working as a prefecture and county, Zhao Ji worked conscientiously, revitalizing the market, repairing water conservancy, and encouraging farming. In the middle of the war, he also took advantage of the local terrain and led the army to repel a small group of Xiqiang rebels, so Zhao Ji was once again greatly praised.

   But later Zhang Wen was dismissed because he failed to counter the rebellion in time. The meritorious service promised to Zhao Ji, with the arrival of the new leader, also became a bubble.

   Is it in the future...

  The servant who came in a hurry interrupted Zhao Ji's memories, and what he said immediately made Zhao Ji frown slightly.

  『Come on, change clothes! Order, ascend to the hall! 』

  In Linjing, there are some new faces.

  Bachelor of Agriculture, Bachelor of Engineering, Inspection...

   These guys are annoying.

Most of the time in the Han Dynasty, the work of county magistrates and prefects is basically based on conscience. Those who are willing to work hard will not have any free time after a hard day, and those who are willing to be lazy are all thrown to the county magistrate to be a There is nothing wrong with letting go of the shopkeeper. Zhao Ji, between the two, is neither particularly hardworking nor particularly lazy, neither good nor bad.

   It's just that after the Bachelor of Agriculture and Engineering and the inspection veteran came, it brought some extra workload to Zhao Ji.

  Like today.

Originally, there were some rangers in Linjing City. Later, for some reason, these rangers either escaped or reformed. However, the absence of these rangers made some local ruffians in the market unscrupulous. Before the inspection came, it was inevitable to do some outrageous things, and these things, after the inspection came, were gradually exposed and reported by the sufferer, which naturally made Zhao Ji's workload increase a lot invisibly …

  During the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, before the Qin Dynasty, were there inspections?

   No strike.

  So during the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, those Chinese New Years couldn’t be lived?

   Never give up.

   Hey, what a hassle...

This is Zhao Ji's impression of the inspectors and others, but on the surface, Zhao Ji has inherited the advantages of Shilin children, with a gentle smile, and never try to see clearly from his face what he is actually thinking. wearing something.

  Zhao Ji governed the county seat with the dignified Confucian method. Of course, the economy must develop, but what he cares more about is the harmonious atmosphere in the city and the golden mean.

   This is very important.

  As for the clarity of the judgment, the enlightenment of ordinary people, the care of the widowed and lonely, etc., it needs to be under the important condition of harmony and moderation, and cannot be overstepped.

  Zhao Ji was originally talented, but after going through the ups and downs of the officialdom and the polishing of the world, he naturally has his own mature concept system, which is integrated with Confucianism and worldly sophistication.

"The inspection is hard work..." Zhao Ji said with a smile, and then turned to a kneeling official under the hall, his face gradually became serious, "such criminals, if the inspection is not careful, I am afraid that they will be killed." It's escaped! 』

  『Small injustice! ’ The little official repeatedly kowtowed on the ground, tears streaming down his face, ‘I don’t know where I offended the inspector, so I was…’

  『Bold! Zhao Ji yelled, "According to your intention, is it possible that the patrol inspector framed you?" 』

The inspector waved his hand, not intending to need Zhao Ji's protection, but took out a few pieces of wooden tablets from his arms, and said, "The order of the hussars, all the caravans traveling to and from the Western Regions, except for the counties, towns, and towns along the way." People at the gates of the city are not allowed to collect additional taxes and fees in addition to the fees for entering the city according to the law... Do you know this order? 』

The little official's forehead gradually had some sweat, "Small... small..." The small official wanted to say that he didn't know, but the problem is that this decree is not only posted in the city center, but also not a matter of a day or two. It is said that after the hussars opened the Western Regions, they gradually spread the propaganda along the way. If you want to open your eyes and say that you don't know, it is more or less unreasonable.

It's just a habit in the past, always what is said at the top is what is said at the top, and in fact, what is done at the bottom is done by the bottom. Generally speaking, as long as you pay enough money to the top, generally the top will not specifically care about what is going on below. It was done, such as the caravan's extra charge, there is a custom, but this time, I don't know that the **** is so blind, he just let it out.

  Zhao Ji said in a deep voice: "The inspection question, don't answer it quickly!" A certain order has been repeated repeatedly, no forced apportionment, no corruption and bribery, how dare you violate the above order and increase taxes and fees privately! Good to be bold! 』

  The little official kowtowed again and again, and in a panic, he blurted out, "This matter, this matter...is ordered by the county magistrate..."

"Oh? ”Zhao Ji smiled, and didn’t even defend the county magistrate, but said directly, “Come on, tell the magistrate to come here!” 』

  The inspector on the side took a surprised look at Zhao Ji.

  The little official didn’t know if it was because he had mentioned the backstage, or because he felt that he had missed something, his face was pale, and he was limp on the ground, but no one paid much attention to it, because now the more important point is obviously concentrated on the county magistrate.

   Not long after, the county magistrate came, entered the hall, frowned slightly, then saluted Zhao Ji and the inspector, and sat aside.

  Zhao Ji took his time and said what the little official said.

  『Asshole! The county magistrate was really furious, "Why did someone say that?" ! 』

The petty official Youyou justified himself, "Last month, late last month... It is said that the year-end plan is approaching, and the tax receivables were slightly damaged due to natural disasters. Therefore, the merchants and caravans can collect more money to make up for the warehouse. lack of...'

  Zhao Ji turned his eyes to the county magistrate, "Is this serious? 』

  The county magistrate was furious, and immediately said in a loud voice: "Last month, a certain person said that there is a shortage of taxes. If people who come and go in business are worried about their family and country, they are willing to donate to make up for it. It is very good!" This is all voluntary. Does it mean to force the fee and extort it? ! 』

  Zhao Ji nodded, and then said: "Since that's the case, can the donated money be registered?" 』

  The county magistrate said: "This is natural... come here!" Go to a certain public house, pick up the merchant's donation book and come here! 』

  The servant ran and brought over the registration booklet. Zhao Ji flipped through it briefly, and then sent it to the inspector, "Please have a look at the inspector." 』

I saw some small characters densely written on the bamboo slips. The inspector squinted his eyes and tried to identify them, and then generally saw some words such as "So-and-so donated three loads of silk", "So-and-so received a hundred dollars" , there are also some small sums of fifty or twenty dollars, which are very messy.

  The inspector frowned and looked at it for a long time, but did not see any specific problems.

Not to mention patrol inspections, even ordinary accountants may not be able to see any clues in a single journal. They always have to close the accounts to see the outcome, so it is not possible to rely on such a messy journal. Explain the specific problem, but how did the inspector know these things? The words and numbers he knows are all learned in the army, which is enough to deal with the general superficial. Somewhat insufficient.

  The inspector put down the running account, then looked at Zhao Ji and the county magistrate, and then turned to look at the little official, "So, this person blackmailed them privately under the guise of the name?" 』

  The little official yelled, "No little one! All the small ones have been turned over! 』

  The county magistrate seemed to be out of breath, beating his chest and stamping his feet, "I originally thought that although you may not be smart, but you are hardworking, so you left this matter to you, never thought that you would do such a degrading act!" Since the merchant is unwilling to solicit donations, it is up to him to do so, how can he forcefully accept it! Huqi once said that all counties and townships should not be greedy for money and pervert the law, and should not exploit the common people. What you have done now will not just tarnish a certain name and the prestige of the county lord! It's really maddening! 』

Zhao Ji stretched out his hand, signaling to the county magistrate not to be too excited, then looked at the inspector and said, "Now that the matter is clear, this person forced the conscript under a pseudonym, and there is no doubt that he did it, so if all the money is in the warehouse and has not been embezzled privately, it means that the government order is not clear." , the crime of misconduct... If he has hidden money and enriched his own pockets, it is a crime of corruption! As for the fee imposed by the merchants, since the merchants are unwilling to donate themselves, they will be refunded. So, what do inspections think? 』

  The inspector thought for a while, then cupped his hands and said, "The judge's sentence is very appropriate. 』

Soon, the petty official who committed the crime was taken away, and then he also found the account of the "reported" merchant registered on the running account, so in front of everyone, he ticked off the words on the account, and then inspected I went to find the merchant with the refunded money...

  The inspection was gone, and Zhao Ji and the county magistrate were left in the hall.

  Zhao Ji glanced at the county magistrate, with dissatisfaction in his eyes, "How can you be so sloppy in doing things!" 』

  The county magistrate pleaded guilty again and again, and then said: "I never thought that this official is so stupid that he has no responsibility..."

  Zhao Ji nodded slightly, "When this matter is over, it will be known, and this person will never be used!" 』

  『Then this merchant…』

  『Don’t act rashly. "Zhao Ji said, "I must be watching closely right now. If...staying for a while, I can't keep an eye on it every year...Businessmen should be more careful. If you have a bad temper, you can walk however you want? In this wild and desolate Western Region, where wolves are running and tigers are roaring, you still have to be more careful...』

The county magistrate understood, so he nodded repeatedly, and then flattered him a bit, saying: "I heard that the magistrate has made a new painting, which is very beautiful, and the flowers and birds are lifelike... There is Chen Bao, the son of the Chen family, who admires him very much. I don't know if the magistrate can accept it." cut love...』

  『Someone is just entertaining himself, it’s nothing...』 Zhao Ji said, 『Chen Shizi, could it be...』

  『Hehe, I heard that there will be new arrivals from Guanzhong... this...』

  『He is well-informed...』 Zhao Ji laughed twice.

  The county magistrate said: "Chen's son said that he knew that the county magistrate was famous all his life, and he didn't dare to insult Adu... I happened to have some Huqi tea, and I would like to use tea to make paintings easier, and I would like to ask the magistrate to do this elegant thing..."

  Zhao Ji raised his eyebrows, "The clear tea created by a certain love hussar is not fake. It's just that this tea needs to be fresh to drink well. If it is old, or other tea products...』

  The county magistrate slightly pointed out, and said with a smile: "Don't worry, the magistrate, this tea is new, absolutely fresh!" 』

  Zhao Ji smiled, "So, I have a heart..."

  The two looked at each other and laughed, and the hall was filled with harmony.

  In the west of Linjing City, there is a tea shop with a blue and white guise hanging high outside, and there are large characters on the water sign at the door, "New tea is here!" 』

   Immediately, someone came out angrily from the tea shop, "This catty of tea costs five million yuan!" Could it be that this tea is all made of gold, and if you drink it, you will be able to ascend to the immortal class? ! It's just ridiculous! 』

The tea shop clerk rolled his eyes indifferently, "I said earlier that you can't afford it... why bother talking so much... tsk... really... oops, isn't this Mr. Chen Lang... Damn it, **** it, it's too far away." , there is a long way to go..."

  『I heard that your store has new tea? The newcomer asked, "But Huqi Qingcha, fresh and high-grade?" 』

"Yes Yes! Absolutely fresh! Don't worry Chen Lang-jun is...」

  The tea shop clerk nodded and bowed and led in, making the person who had just complained about the high price of tea dumbfounded, "This tea...does anyone buy it?" Someone really drinks? 』

  (end of this chapter)