Thinking of this, Wu Feng couldn't help but smile bitterly. In this case, if he wanted to convince two business families, in addition to testing his eloquence, he might also have to see whether the two of them really had the "vision" that Gu Ji evaluated. "Original, caring about land and profit". Before going to the Zhan and Wei families, Wu Feng and Xiao Tang stopped by the city guard's house. They saw that the door was closed. After knocking for a long time, an old guard with white hair and beard opened the door. When asked about Yuanning While waiting for someone, the old man replied that he had been gone for a while. Reluctantly, the two had no choice but to go straight to Zhan's house. Along the way, Xiao Tang kept sighing, saying that the imperial government was controlled by such officials, and it was difficult not to fail.
When the two came to Zhan's house in the north of the city under the escort of guards, although everyone here was busy cleaning up, they seemed very calm. It seemed that the owner of the house had been prepared for this kind of situation. When Wu Feng explained that he wanted to meet the owner of the Zhan family, the butler who received him said that the owner was not available and it was difficult to receive him at this time. After Wu Feng repeatedly requested and took out the letter of introduction and asked the butler to hand it over, it was up to the owner to decide whether to see him or not. The middle-aged butler impatiently agreed—
Soon, the middle-aged housekeeper responded, and his attitude became much more respectful. He led the two of them into a very ordinary-looking reception room. There was already a person waiting in the room. Wu Feng first looked at the reception room. Although this room looked ordinary, if you look closely, you can see something extraordinary. The floor is made of very sophisticated oak, and there are several exquisitely crafted sandalwood sheets. The big chair looked like it was made by a famous artist, and the whole room exuded a faint fragrance. There was a simple splash of ink on the front wall. Xiao Tang recognized it at a glance as a masterpiece by Guan Tianyong, a master of contemporary painting -
The person in the room originally had his back to the door, as if he was appreciating the calligraphy hanging on the wall. After Wu Feng and Xiao Tang arrived, the person turned his head, with a very mediocre thin face covered with wrinkles and a lock under his jaw. With his goatee, it is difficult for people to feel that there is anything special about this person, but Wu Feng does not see it that way. People cannot be judged by appearance, and sea water cannot be measured. This sentence will never go out of style. In this troubled world, especially It is not easy to lead a clan to gain a firm foothold in a place like Qingyang, which is in chaos. To be able to endure hardships and remain unmoved is a testament to the weight of the person in front of you -
"You two have arrived. Please forgive me for not being able to welcome you from afar." He greeted them warmly and invited them to take a seat. "Master Li is a friend of Brother Gu. I have offended many of Zhan's servants just now. Please forgive me. However, Master Li's arrival is indeed unlucky. I'm afraid you also know that the imperial troops suffered a disastrous defeat today. Now the Luobei people may have killed They have entered Guide Mansion and Bonan Mansion. I believe it won’t be long before Luo Bei troops will enter Qingyang Mansion City.” The master calmly pointed out the current situation, but kept silent about the two of them. Purpose—
Time was running out, and Wu Feng didn't want to go around, so he went straight to the point: "Mr. Zhan, I don't go to the Three Treasures Hall for anything. I came to visit today because of a request." "Oh? As long as Zhan can do his best, he will never refuse. "Mr. Cai has just mentioned that the empire's frontline troops have been defeated and the enemy has pursued them into the empire. I wonder what you think of this matter?" There was an indescribable look of sadness on his face, "Can there be What do you think? I'm just a businessman. I'm not in my position and I don't seek political advice. How can I have any opinion?" He soon calmed down again, "Mr. Zhan's words are wrong. Don't you know that every man is responsible for the rise and fall of the world? What's more, the Zhan family is the largest family in Qingyang Mansion, and Mr. Zhan is the head of the Zhan family and has a heavy responsibility. How can he shirk it with the excuse of not being in his position and not doing his job?" Sharp words, aggressive words His tone made Zhan Zhaobai couldn't help but take a closer look at the middle-aged man who came with Wu Feng, "Sir, you are serious. Although Zhan is stupid, he also knows that everyone has the responsibility to protect the country and the territory. However, the current imperial court is cowardly and incompetent. The local officials are in power, even if Zhan has such intention, he is not capable of it!" Zhan Zhaobai let out a long sigh. "Oh? If Mr. Zhan has this intention, he will have a chance to realize it now." Wu Feng climbed up the pole and interjected based on the situation. Zhan Shaobai was not surprised when he heard this: "Master Li, let's not talk about it. Since you are Brother Gu's friend, that is, Zhan's friend, just tell us what the purpose of coming today is." "Okay." , please speak quickly. I came here today just to ask Mr. Zhan to assist our troops in guarding Qingyang City and repelling the invasion of the Luobi people." -
Zhan Zhaobai was a little surprised. Although he had some premonitions, he did not expect that this young man would actually ask such a difficult question. "Oh? Your Excellency's ambition is commendable, but I don't know how many soldiers and horses you have now?" "About more than six thousand." Xiao Tangdai Wufeng replied. "Your Excellency, you also know that the Luobei people have more than 100,000 soldiers and horses. There is such a huge disparity between the enemy and us. Then how can you be sure to repel the enemy? Your Excellency, please don't say why you are so upright and full of passion. I am a Businessmen, businessmen are the most practical. Since your Excellency has made such a suggestion, you must be certain about this matter. I want to hear what your Excellency can do to convince me to accept this proposal?" Wu Feng laughed and said confidently. : "Mr. Zhan, please rest assured. If Li is not sure, how dare he come to preach?" "Well, Zhan is all ears." -
Zhan Zhaobai invited the two of them to sit down with his left hand. Wu Feng was not humble. After sitting at the top, he began to talk about what he had just said to Xiao Liang and Cui, from the Luo Bei people's military deployment to the emperor's attack. He talked about the team's losses in combat and the Luobi people's combat objectives and weaknesses, and then talked about the supplement of his own army's strength, the advantages of weapons and logistics supplies, and the use of strengths and avoidance of weaknesses in the combat plan. Hearing these words, Zhan Zhaobai's eyes lit up. Feeling surging, Wu Feng finally concluded: "If we can get the help of Zhan Jia and other people with charisma and lofty ideals, and mobilize the support of the people in the city, I believe that we can defeat the enemy's invasion with great confidence. What's more, I have sent a request for help to Taixuan Mansion and the garrison in Guanxi County and Heshuo County, and I expect the results will be available soon." -
As soon as he finished speaking, he heard a "Okay!" outside the door, and a middle-aged burly man walked in, his voice like a bell, "I, surnamed Wei, will bet this treasure with you." "Who is this?" Wu Feng asked. Xiao Tang stood up, "This is the owner of the Wei family in Qingyang, Wei Dongchen." Zhan Zhaobai stood up with a smile and introduced, "I think since you two have found the Zhan family, you will definitely visit the Wei family. , I don’t want to bother the two masters, so I simply invited Brother Wei here." "It seems that Mr. Zhan knew our intention as soon as we arrived?" "Although we missed it, it's not far off." Zhan Zhaobai smiled answer. "Master Li, my surname is Wei. I am a straightforward person. I heard what you just said clearly outside the door. I believe Brother Zhan has already made up his mind. Your Excellency also knows that Brother Zhan and I We are all businessmen, and businessmen always talk about profit.