Be the emperor from the postman

Chapter 526 Zhangjiakou Experience (Fourth Change)
Shanxi merchants made a lot of money in the late Ming Dynasty.

Even in the later period of Kangxi, they were still the most profitable group, fighting Zhungeer, logistical difficulties, all Shanxi merchants were operating in the rear.

The National War Logistics Department is contracted by individuals.

Shanxi merchants hoarded tens of millions of taels of silver during Chongzhen's time. After the Qing court entered the customs, their status was further improved, becoming imperial merchants, and even making a fortune.

From the camel caravans on the Mongolian grasslands to the merchant ships going to sea at Wusongkou, Shanxi merchants are calculating the price. From the vinegar flavor of Hulunbuir to the wine aroma of Kweichow Moutai, there are Shanxi merchants brewing and selling.

Tian Shenglan would not think of the hammer in his mouth, and sat in front of him.

He thought about doing business with Liang Fu (He Jinzhao), if he had one, he would have two, and he would be able to handle He Jinzhao smoothly in the future.

The news of the uproar in the capital had not yet been conveyed to Zhangjiakou by the caravan, and the caravan was always one step behind He Jinzhao and the others.

Gao Yingxiang and He Jinzhao lived on the Datong bunk, patted his chest and said, "I still feel happy to burn down the Jiming Station."

"Jiming Station is just a small place. If we want to do it, we will set fire to Zhangjiakou. There are piles of goods there, which is more suitable for us to take action. If we do it now, we will definitely startle the snake. There is no need."

"All right, all right, anyway, you were the one who brought up the burning of Zhangjiakou, so it's all up to you."

The next day, after Tian Shenglan offered incense to Guan Gong, he took his own people and followed He Jinzhao to Zhangjiakou Fort.

It has to be said that as Shanxi merchants in this area, they can enjoy a lot of food. The caravans on the road, with a little strength, will take the initiative to say hello to Tian Shenglan and talk about making a fortune.

He Jinzhao observed these people. There were also water carts on the road to sell water. There was a huge wooden barrel with a valve (similar to a faucet) underneath to collect water, which was a high-quality water source.

What you earn is hard money. From Shaling to Zhangjiakou, there are no rivers around, and the wind and sand are getting stronger.

Of course, if you don’t want to drink water, there are also those wheelbarrows that are transported by two people, with four large jars of rice wine, and the price is not cheap.

There are also snacks on the side, such as warming a bowl of wine and serving a plate of fennel beans.

There are even buses and horse-drawn carriages, and they stop at fixed stations. He Jinzhao inquired about the coaches.

I heard from him that the mules and horses that pull the carts have been trained for a long time and can be driven without humans.

When the car is full of guests, it starts automatically under the yelling of the owner, goes straight to the destination, and stops automatically when it reaches the destination.

Most of the trips are short-distance, and the distance is usually within one or two days.

In short, there are many hawkers and businesses on this road.

Shanxi merchants and others make a lot of money, and these people make a little money for food and clothing. In short, relying on business routes, anyone can make a little money.

Zhangjiakou Fort is adjacent to the natural barrier of the Great Wall in the north, Yanghe River in the south, and Qingshui River in the west. The geographical location is superior.

The northeast and northwest are divided into East Taiping Mountain and West Taiping Mountain. The Great Wall runs east to west along the ridge, forming a pass between the two mountains.

To the north is a narrow and long valley, which is an important traffic route.

There are Mongolian tribes stationed outside all year round, which is one of the roads for Mongolian invasion to the south.

To the south is the alluvial plain, the terrain is extremely flat, and sixty miles away is the Xuanfu Township Office.

If Zhangjiakou is weak, Xuanfu Town and the capital will be in danger.

Therefore, Zhangjiakou Fort is actually the northwest gate of Xuanfu Town, which plays an extremely important role.

The construction of Zhangjiabaokou originated from a construction of the Great Wall. General Tan Guang wrote a letter saying that the Great Wall was in disrepair for a long time, and asked for more troops to build it.

Proceeding from the overall situation, the imperial court believed that it was not appropriate to build large-scale buildings, and only built key passes.

Zhangjiakou Fort was built, and as a subsidiary castle of the Great Wall, the rank was not high, and the highest officer was integrity.

After being divided into Wanquan left back, he was promoted to defense, and then after being divided into Wanquan right back, he became a general in command.

After Longqing negotiated peace, Zhangjiakou Fort changed from a war mode to a commercial center, and the business in the city prospered.

People in Bao are used to trading with foreign captives, and the shops are distributed like bicycle wheels. Every time they trade, more than ten thousand foreign captives come here, densely packed like ants.

The strategic value of Zhangjiakou suddenly became extremely important.

It is also known as Pidu.

Zhang Zongheng, who was training soldiers, finally received the news from the court, and his face became extremely exciting.

He never expected that Gao Chuangzei would be so bold.

They rushed directly into the city of Beijing, grabbed the No. [-] scholar who was parading in the street and humiliated them, and even stormed the Huangji Gate, slashed and killed in the square, and walked away.

His Majesty mobilized the army to Baoding Mansion to encircle and suppress this group of people, but this group of thieves are good at hiding, so far no trace has been found.

Isn't Zhang Zongheng just Gao Yingxiang besieging King Lu in Changzhi, Shanxi?

After all, hammer bandit He Jinzhao broke through Taiyuan and got the wealth of King Jin, who wouldn't envy him?

These rebels have taken up the idea of ​​the vassal king one after another.

With He Jinzhao as the leader, the rest of the rebels will do the same.

"My lord, is this true?"

Governor Xuanda looked at the news with disbelief on his face.

How could the soldiers of the Beijing camp be so corrupt?

The few rebels all rushed into the palace. If the rebels didn't make a fuss and caused a big explosion in Wang Gong's factory, maybe the emperor who was reviewing the memorial at Huangji Gate would have been assassinated successfully!

At that time, the world will be in chaos, and the country will not be a country.

Thinking of this, Zhang Zongheng and others were all afraid for a while.

"My lord, if Your Majesty hadn't besieged these people in Baoding Mansion and asked me to march into Shanxi, the burden would be on your lord."

Listening to the governor's words, Zhang Zongheng nodded frequently.

But the Hammer Bandit in Shanxi Town is even more difficult to deal with than the High Bandit, even the High Bandit is capable of breaking into the Huangji Gate. I really can't imagine if the Hammer Bandit He Jinzhao will also do something like rushing into the Xuan Mansion.

If Shanxi Town wanted to enter the capital, it had to go through the Xuan Mansion, or go south to the Bauhinia Pass.

If Wang Zhen didn't want to show off in front of the elders in his hometown, and Yingzong listened to the persuasion to leave the Bauhinia Pass, there would probably be no such thing as studying abroad.

Of course, whether this matter is Wang Zhen's idea or not, the international students who have turned themselves into masters are the ones who have the most say.

"This group of thieves are pretending to be Liang Fu, the chief soldier of Baoding Mansion. They are all cavalry. Go and return quickly, but it is difficult to catch them."

The governor looked at the message in his hand and shook his head again and again:

"The army from the north of the capital went south one after another. Fortunately, the Mongols did not know about this matter, otherwise they would definitely take the opportunity to make trouble."

"and many more."

Zhang Zongheng grabbed the residence newspaper and read it again. He suddenly remembered that when he was watching the training of newly recruited soldiers on the city wall two days ago, a group of officers and soldiers passed by on the official road outside the city.

All of them ride horses and show off their might.

The key is that many people still have one person and two horses.

Zhang Zongheng sent someone to inquire, and what he got was to go to Zhangjiakou to do some business under the order of Cheng Guogong Zhu Chunchen.

It is common sense that nobles not only have business in the canal, but also in the mutual market.

"I remember the name they reported was Liang Fu, Chief Soldier of Baoding Mansion!"

After Zhang Zongheng finished speaking, his face changed drastically.

(End of this chapter)