Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 754 Chen Zhizhi before leaving the county

When the report came back and said that there was no one else around, Huan Yi breathed a sigh of relief, and then said to two of Zao Song's servants: "Brother Zao Song is a little drunk. Let's help him go to the car to rest first." Then he arranged for someone else. Escort over.

As soon as they left, Huan Yi turned to Chang Xu and said, "Just now, Zaosong was talking drunkenly. Brother Chang, please don't take it to heart."

Chang Can is a descendant of the historian family. There are countless similar things in the history books and old papers. Who doesn't know the fishiness in them?He also knew that this matter should go in with the left ear and out with the right ear, and he should not ask too many questions or examine too much, so he nodded in agreement.

Huan Yi nodded with satisfaction, and then said: "It's already getting late. Hong Qian and others are almost ready. Let's pack up and get back to the carriage."

Chang Can nodded and followed Huan Yi back. There were many people in their carriage, and the three families together were a large area, so they stopped outside the village and had to pass through the village and a field ridge. , the scene I saw was quite different.

I saw people everywhere along the way, preparing carriages, horses, and objects. Even if they were not preparing, they would come out to send them off. It was quite a scene.

When Chang Xu saw it, she couldn't help but said: "The elders and elders here, I didn't expect to have such a big influence. A few people stepped forward and so many people had to be mobilized. It seems that they have great popularity."

Huan Yi smiled and said: "This is also the most obvious in the North. In the past, there were many barbarian invaders here. Not to mention plundering, even killing and wounding the government officials occurred from time to time. At that time, it was these local squires who really organized the local people. , so their prestige is very high, and their power and authority are deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.”

"This is really different from Shu. There are also foreign races in Shu, but they are relatively closed. The locals are more respectful to gods and Taoism, and they also obey the name of the government. It is not very common for people to be transferred by village elders like this," Chang Quan As he spoke, the topic suddenly changed, "But if you put it this way, it would be extremely difficult for Mr. Chen to check the population of their tenant farmers one by one."

Huan Yi said: "Of course, Chen Shouyi has the confidence to dare to do this, that is, he has completely conquered the big families in the territory, especially the several big families and clans around Daijun. They have already followed him, and even more He had measured the land and registered the population half a year ago, and then gradually promoted it to surrounding counties and counties, otherwise these people would not complain, but directly cause trouble, and even lead people to leave Guangchang."

Chang Can asked, "In these northern counties, people often flee in all directions. If Governor Chen's demands are too much, why don't these people leave?"

"Chang Jun, are you testing me?" Huan Yi pointed to the crowd around him and said: "The family is big and the business is big, but it's not like we can't live on. Where can we go? Nowadays, the county is peaceful and has a strong army guarding it. On the contrary, the surrounding area is... There was chaos, the war in Jizhou, and Youzhou was the territory of other aristocratic families. If they went, they would leave their hometown. Moreover, now that businessmen from all over came to gather, it was another big profit. How could they let it go? So they could only endure it and think about leaving. The county has discussed with Governor Chen, hoping that there will be a turn for the better."

"So it's like this, but I didn't mean to compare. It's just that I only know how to read and don't know enough." Chang Quan laughed at herself.

While talking, the two of them finally returned to the carriage, only to see that Hong Qian was already waiting beside the carriage. Seeing the two of them, he hurriedly came over to greet them, and then said: "The little old man came to say hello, but I heard that Zao Shijun was in the carriage. I have a break in the morning, so I don’t dare to disturb you. Young masters, do you know when I’m going to leave?”

Huan Yi did not reveal his identity, but relying on Zao Song's reputation, Hong Qian was also very respectful.

Hearing the eagerness in his words, Huan Yi smiled and said: "I'm not busy, I might as well explain it to my family more. I'll go and urge Zaojun, but he's too drunk and drank a little too much, so I'd better wait." Let him rest for a while." "Okay, I will make arrangements now." Where is there anything to arrange?I had made preparations a few days ago, but was stopped by the county captain. But now that envoy Wang Jun was holding me in his arms, Hong Qian knew what was going on. Although he was reluctant, he still answered according to the situation.

Hong Qian was persuaded to leave, and Huan Yi led Chang Xu into the carriage, only to see Zao Song sitting upright inside, looking at the two of them with a smile, not even a little drunk.

"This……"

The two of them were startled, and then Huan Yi sighed: "It turns out that Mr. Zao was pretending to be drunk. Also, a literary man like you, who writes poems over wine, how could he show his drunkenness just because of a few glasses of wine in the countryside."

Zaosong laughed loudly, motioned for the two of them to sit down, and then said: "You can see people's hearts when the wine is strong. Some words spoken after drinking can also reveal some attitudes. Even if people listen to them, it will only make more waves. The big deal I patted my butt and left. However, my behavior finally made Hong Qian and others sincerely follow me. I believe they would be even more depressed after being ignored by Brother Huan like this. It would be convenient for me to ask questions on the way. Some."

"Brother Zao really just wants to find an opportunity to fall into someone else's skin." Huan Yi heard the meaning behind his words, "Are you looking for these people to learn more about the situation in Dai County?"

"Yes," Zaosong nodded proudly, "Know yourself and the enemy, and you will never be invincible in a hundred battles. We have just arrived at Guangchang County, and we have noticed many differences. If we really arrive at Dai County, the base camp of Chen Taishou, we will be even more confused. It is difficult to distinguish between things. Now we are recruiting When these people come, they are all local rich people, their disciples, former officials, relatives and friends, they are all connected to all parts of Dai County. If you need to ask about anything, it will almost be clear."

Huan Yi couldn't help but nodded and said, "You are still thoughtful."

"These are also temporary ideas." As Zao Song said, Chang Chu also felt that he had learned the ability to handle things, and praised a few words. After the three of them said a few more words, they ordered someone to inform Hong Qian and set off. Hit the road.

As soon as they left, the carriages and horses from Hongjiacun and several surrounding villages gathered together. There were nearly 30 vehicles at once, which was quite a large scale. It didn't take long for someone to notice, and then After continuous interrogations and inquiries, he had been interrogated five or six times before he even left the boundaries of Guangchang County.

"Such strictness is really admirable, and the Wu Dings who are interrogating are all powerful and majestic. Even if they are bribed privately, they will not waver at all. I don't know how powerful they are, but these alone are better than most of the soldiers."

After several interrogations, Huan Yi did not feel bothered. Instead, he expressed his feelings and then said: "However, Brother Zao, your identity was also asked by them. It is estimated that Chen Zhi will find out soon."

"It takes a day or two for Chen Zhi to know, right? We still have time to take a closer look at Daijun's territory." Zao Song obviously had other plans.

Little did he know that the news of his arrival was sent to the local spy station after being asked about it by the first wave of patrols, and then quickly spread to Dai County in less than three hours!
(End of this chapter)