The Red Chamber begins with a bastard

Chapter 191
While Lin Ruhai was interrogating the prisoners, more than a thousand infantrymen from Yunti Pass Qianhu Station finally arrived. The person responsible for leading this infantry was the two Baihu who Feng Ziying had subdued, one named Dai Shilin and the other named He Zhensheng. , both in their early twenties, are similar in age to Feng Ziying. Young people have similar interests. It is no wonder that the two of them hang out with Feng Ziying.

Young men at this age are full of energy and have not yet smoothed their edges. They have dreams and look forward to the future. They yearn to fight on the battlefield and are looking for a title immediately.As for Feng Ziying, she was born in a noble family, was well-informed, generous and generous, and had great ambitions. She was especially good at winning people's hearts, so she easily took Dai He under her wing.

Let us say that Feng Ziying arranged for Dai and He to be stationed outside the village, and then strode into the ancestral hall and reported to Lin Ruhai: "Sir Lin, I just received the news that the salt field of Miaowan Town was also attacked by pirates last night. , not only all the salt in the salt warehouse was robbed by thieves, but even the Yunsi Yamen stationed there was burned down."

Lin Ruhai's face turned livid and she asked in a deep voice, "Could it be Gu San Mazi who sent someone to do it again?"

Feng Ziying nodded, and Lin Ruhai couldn't help but said angrily: "This thief is so arrogant, the court really can't do anything to him!"

Nowadays, the imperial court is in urgent need of money to fill the holes in Liaodong. It has raised the salt tax and issued more salt. In order to complete the increased quota, Lin Ruhai went on a tour regardless of his illness and was planning to expand production. As a result, Gu Sanmazi actually burned down the Miaowan farm. How could he not be angry?

"Master Lin, if a gentleman doesn't stand behind a dangerous wall, there will be many thieves. It's really not suitable to stay here for a long time. It's better to go back to the city first and worry about the rest later." Zhang Yongdong, the salt transport envoy, suggested.

Lin Ruhai nodded and ordered: "Feng Qianhu, you immediately lead a team of cavalry to Yangzhou City to seize Kangling City. The whole family must not let anyone go. If you are too late, something may change!"

Feng Ziying immediately accepted the order and left in awe. People in Kangling City were called Kang Wanwan. He was the largest salt merchant in Yangzhou. His family wealth was more than one million, and it was estimated that it was possible to be in the tens of millions. He was truly rich and could rival the country. Just imagine, he could A person who has reached this level of business, even if he does not have great hands and eyes, at least can definitely control the situation in Yangzhou City. Once the news is leaked, the consequences are really unpredictable, so he must cut through the mess quickly and not give him any chance to turn around.

Feng Ziying obviously knew this, so he didn't dare to neglect. He immediately ordered thirty cavalry brothers and rushed straight to Yangzhou City.

As soon as Feng Ziying left, Yancheng County Magistrate Lu Renjia hurried over with three squads of government officials.

It turned out that after Lu County Magistrate separated from Jia Huan last night, he stayed on the official road until dawn. He happened to meet a group of villagers going out to work, so he borrowed an ox cart and rushed back to the Yancheng County Government Office, summoning three groups of government officials and Minzhuang. A total of 400 people came to Wushi Village in a mighty manner.

It is said that this Magistrate Lu was originally quite afraid of death, but after what happened last night, I wonder if he was stimulated by Jia Huan. He went crazy talking, and regardless of exhaustion, he gathered his troops and rushed to Wushi Village. rescue.

However, although Lu Renjia was mad, he did not faint. He also knew to send two clever government officials to inquire about the news. After learning that the thieves had been defeated by the regular army of Yunti Pass Qianhu Station, he couldn't help but be overjoyed and hurried over with great fanfare. Show loyalty.

"Two adults, I have honored my duty and have summoned three squads of government officials and Minzhuang. A total of 390 six people have come to obey my orders and will go through fire and water without hesitation!" Lu Renjia limped into the ancestral hall and said impassionedly.

Jia Huan was speechless. Apart from distracting the attention of the three Japanese pirates, this guy did nothing to help him last night. How can he pretend to be a hero now?But this guy at least summoned the manpower to come, which is worthy of recognition.

Lin Ruhai nodded and said, "Thank you for your hard work, Magistrate Lu. The thieves have been defeated and the two leaders have been captured. I was about to leave for the city, but Magistrate Lu arrived just in time."

After hearing this, Lu Renjia immediately said: "Then the official will go make arrangements immediately."

Although Lu Renjia was a little afraid of death, his ability to do things was good. He quickly made arrangements and ordered someone to find several sedan chairs for Lin Ruhai and the others to ride on.

Lin Daiyu and Xue Yan helped Lin Ruhai get into the sedan first, while Jia Huan walked up to Zhang Yongdong and said, "Master Zhang, the student will help you."

Zhang Tongdong chuckled and said, "Then there's brother Lao Huan." After speaking, he stretched out his hand and stood up with Jia Huan's support.

When Zhang Dongdong escaped into the ancestral hall last night, he tripped over the threshold and sprained his foot. He was in pain for a long time. Since then, he has been sitting in the corner against the wall and has hardly moved. It seems that he fell quite hard.

Jia Huan helped the limping Zhang Yongdong to get on the sedan, and then asked Lin Daiyu's master and servant to get on another sedan. Just as he was about to tell the bearer to get up, Lin Daiyu suddenly raised the curtain of the sedan and waved, calling: "Master Huan, come here." one time."

Jia Huan hurriedly approached and asked in a low voice: "What orders does Sister Lin have?"

Lin Daiyu glanced around, with a strange look on her face. Jia Huan was moved and waved the two bearers to move away first. Then he put his ear close to Lin Daiyu's mouth, and suddenly smelled another intoxicating fragrance. , I couldn’t help but be secretly surprised. After tossing for a day and night, everyone was covered in sweat and stinky. Lin Daiyu herself was unkempt, but she still smelled good. It seemed that she was born with her own body fragrance. Could it be that it was really the Crimson Pearl Immortal Grass written by Cao Gong? Can't be reincarnated?
"Brother Huan, have you noticed that Uncle Zhang is a little weird?" Lin Daiyu said softly.

"Uh... what did Sister Lin just say?" Jia Huan was just thinking about Sister Lin's body fragrance. He was distracted for a while and didn't hear clearly what Lin Daiyu just said.

Lin Daiyu's face felt a little hot. She rolled her eyes at Jia Huan and whispered, "Uncle Zhang is a little weird." "Which Uncle Zhang...oh, you mean Mr. Zhang, the salt transport envoy?" Jia Huan also whispered.

Lin Daiyu nodded: "Didn't Uncle Zhang fall and sprain his foot last night? I clearly remember that the sprain was on his left foot, but it was his right leg that was inconvenient just now. Brother Huan, don't you think it's strange?"

Jia Huan's eyes flashed and he whispered: "Sister Lin, are you sure you remember correctly?"

Lin Daiyu nodded and said: "It should be right. I just confirmed with Xue Yan that Uncle Zhang did have a sprained left foot last night."

"Sister Lin, please don't make any noise about this matter." Jia Huan ordered in a low voice. Lin Daiyu nodded nervously.

Jia Huan lowered the sedan curtain as if nothing had happened and ordered the two bearers to get up. At this time, Lu Renjia came over and said flatteringly: "I have prepared an extra sedan. Mr. Huan, please get on the sedan here."

Jia Huan shook his head and said with a smile: "Magistrate Lu is too polite. I can ride the horse myself. I'd better leave the sedan to Boss Jiang. He's seriously injured."

Jiang Bin was hit by an arrow in the thigh, which has been bandaged now. He quickly waved his hand and said: "My injury does not prevent me from riding a horse. It is better for you, Third Master, to ride in the sedan chair."

"Stop talking nonsense, Huzi Shitou, get him on the sedan." Jia Huan ordered a little domineeringly.

"Okay!" Shitou chuckled and said, "Since Third Master has given me the order, Lao Jiang, don't leave your mother-in-law alone." After saying that, he and Tiehu carried Jiang Bin to the sedan chair.

Jiang Bin was embarrassed and grateful at the same time. He cupped his hands to Jia Huan and said, "Then I have thanked the third master."

"Brothers, our friendship is even more life-threatening now. There's no need to be polite. It's more serious to heal your injuries. My uncle will still have many uses for you in the future." Jia Huan said with a smile.

Hearing this, Jiang Bin stopped being pretentious and sat down in the sedan with peace of mind.

Jia Huan then turned to Magistrate Lu and said, "Next, these brothers from Yunti Pass Qianhu Station will temporarily follow Mr. Lin. Food and accommodation must be arranged. Don't wait any longer."

Magistrate Lu couldn't help but look embarrassed. The guards had their own farms, and they usually grew their own food and paid for their meals. Although the court provided military salary compensation during the war, they brought their own weapons, dry food, etc. Now he is in charge of these more than 1000 troops. Feeding a person is a huge expense. It doesn't matter if it's just for a few days, but over time, how can Yancheng County's finances support it?
Jia Huan frowned and asked, "Master Lu, are you in trouble?"

Magistrate Lu nodded and said: "To be honest, there are indeed difficulties. Under normal circumstances, the guards' troops have to solve their own food problems, and I saw that these sergeants all brought their own dry food."

Jia Huan shook his head and said seriously: "The emperor is not short of hungry soldiers. Now that Mr. Lin wants to employ people, he naturally wants to make sure that the brothers are well fed. Otherwise, who will be willing to contribute, so I also ask Magistrate Lu to find a way to solve the problem. At least it can be done in one day." Eat a bite of meat.”

I don't know if Jia Huan meant it or not, but his voice was a bit loud, so many soldiers nearby heard it, and they couldn't help but feel refreshed, and they looked at Jia Huan with a hint of gratitude.

In fact, the soldiers of these lower-level guards are quite miserable. Although everyone in the guards has farmland and does not have to pay taxes, the senior officers of the guards are even more exploited than the government. They are only equivalent to the senior officers. Tenants, most of the food they grow every year goes to the higher-ups, and the rest is barely enough for the family. They can't bear to eat one meal of meat every month. If a war breaks out, they have to bring their own rations to fight the enemy. You say it's hard. Is it hard to force it?It would be fine if there were gains on the battlefield, but if there were no gains, not only would the rations be consumed, but the crops in the fields would also be delayed, leaving the family miserable and hungry.

Because of this, when the guardsmen heard that Jia Huan had asked Magistrate Lu to take care of the food, they were naturally happy and grateful, and at the same time they all stared at Lu Renjia.

Lu Renjia couldn't help but shivered cleverly, thinking that if he didn't agree, he would be strangled to death by these big-headed soldiers, so he had to bite the bullet and said: "Okay, I will do my best."

Seeing Lu Renjia's grimace, Jia Huan couldn't help but laugh and said: "Mr. Lu, please be at ease. Yancheng County is a major salt-producing county. The annual salt tax paid is one of the best in the entire Huai'an Prefecture. People there can only afford two meals. "

Lu Renjia smiled bitterly in his heart. You are so unkind and generous to others. It is so shameless to spend other people's money to win people's hearts for yourself.

(End of this chapter)