"You missed the best opportunity." Cai Yan replied, "It's not a wise move to go to Yecheng now. I'm here today to remind you of one thing, you shouldn't be stupid enough to really believe that Buerchijinba All because of personal friendship, I'll give you three points."
Duan Ling replied, "No."
Cai Yan replied: "That's good. Although I don't want you to live, I don't want you to fall into the hands of the Buerchijin family and be used to threaten the court."
Duan Ling knew that Cai Yan's worries were indeed justified. Ba knew his identity and knew the direction of the court. In fact, if Ba were to stir up trouble, it would be very troublesome for everyone to deal with. But since Yuan Shi left until now, there has been no action. Maybe Batu is also worried about his safety, or he wants to save this matter in his hands, ready to deliver a clean blow.
"Do you know why I am determined to go to Yecheng?" Duan Ling asked.
"Don't think your old friend will help you." Cai Yan raised his brows and said, "You will cause more trouble."
"No." Duan Ling replied, "It's not because of him, but because Hebei County is my father's fief. That's why Fourth Uncle insists."
Cai Yan was shocked. Li Jianhong was named "King of Beiliang" during his lifetime. Beiliang is Hebei County, but he just followed the title of the previous dynasty since ancient times.
Duan Ling just smiled and said, "Farewell."
Cai Yan felt as if he had been slapped in the face.
Duan Ling took a step back, as if he had returned to the famous hall of the past, raised his hands to the forehead and clasped each other, bowed to Cai Yan, then passed by him and left.
"I know someone." Wu Du said, "You can use him."
After leaving the palace, Duan Ling looked at the sky, it was already a little late, and he also made an appointment with Huang Jian and others. Wu Du added: "I wrote a letter and asked someone to bring it to him. This man used to be Zhao Kui's subordinate. His name was Yan Di. Get your hands on it."
"Let's go together." Duan Ling said, "Such an important person cannot be neglected."
Yan Di was dismissed from office after Zhao Kui's fall from power, but he was not a confidant after all, and he couldn't find anything, let alone punish him. Zhao Kui attempted a rebellion, and Li Jianhong ordered the net to open up, and even those who followed Zhao Kui in the past were still alive.
It's just that the DPRK and China have not assigned important tasks for a long time, and they are not allowed to leave home, so Yan Di had to do some carpentry work at home to make ends meet. After moving from Xichuan to Jiangzhou, life is even more difficult for those who are unfamiliar with life. . Duan Ling prepared some money and went to visit with Wu Du. Seeing that Yan Di was wearing a commoner’s clothes, he was obviously living a very shabby life. He still had four children to support. When he mentioned the matter of going to Yecheng, Yan Di got this opportunity. , naturally agreed.
Another person who helped Zhao Kui manage the military accounts was still in prison, and Duan Ling personally went to inquire and brought the person out. The man was only in his twenties, a bachelor named Shi Qi. It would not be possible to use this man for a while. Duan Ling had to prepare to report to Mu Kuangda. So, just rush to Yecheng.
After tossing for a long time, it was late at night, and Duan Ling stretched.
"Do you still want to see your apprentice brother?" Wu Du asked.
Yes, as well as Huang Jian and the others, Duan Ling could not laugh or cry, it was so busy these days that he didn't even have time to catch his breath.
"See you tomorrow." Duan Ling said, "I want to go home."
Wu Du said: "We will leave tomorrow, and there is time to rest."
Duan Ling thought about it too, so he had to clear up his mood and go to the number one booth in the world with Wu Du.
Although it was late at night, the No. 1 stall in the world was still noisy, and it was still an hour before it closed. Huang Jian, Qin Xuguang, and Zeng Yongnuo were drinking in the lobby, eating side dishes, and waiting for Duan Ling.
"It's just a casual remark." Qin Xuguang said with a smile, "Brother Wang is a promise and a lot of money, and he is full of hospitality."
"It should be." Duan Ling smiled, "I'm really sorry to keep you waiting for so long."
Duan Ling's heart is very dangerous. If it wasn't for Wu Du's words, he might go back to sleep. Once he loses his trust in others, this friend will not be easy to make, and he must be strict with himself in the future.
"Who is this… "
Zeng Yongnuo recognized Wu Du as an invigilator, and just waiting for Duan Ling's introduction, Duan Ling said, "This is my righteous brother Wu Du..."
Wu Du said a few words to the noodle shop owner in the past. The guests on the second floor had just left, and they should have packed up. However, the boss had a good relationship with Zheng Yan, so he promised to move them to the second floor.
"Go up and take a seat." Wu Du said, "I'll sit downstairs for a while."
The three nodded with Wu Du, and went to the elegant seat with Duan Ling. They sat down for a while when four bowls of noodles were brought downstairs. Duan Ling was hungry, so he pleaded guilty and started eating. Replenish food.
"I didn't expect your righteous brother to be Wu Du." Zeng Yongnuo said, "When I was still at home, I heard that Huaiyin Zheng Yan was named and that Da Chen had three other assassins."
"Yeah." Duan Ling said with a smile, "It's also a chance meeting. When I met him, everything was destined. He took me in and introduced me to the shepherd, like a father and a brother."
Only then did everyone know that Huang Jian didn't know about Duan Lingdi before, and when he heard it, he nodded frequently.
"Tonight came in a hurry." Qin Xuguang said, "I should have set up a table and entertained it well. It's late at night. After eating noodles, everyone can leave. Tomorrow we will change places and have a good drink."
"My little brother is leaving Jiangzhou tomorrow." Duan Ling thought for a while and smiled.
"What?" Everyone was very surprised.
Duan Ling thought that he had something to say now. Based on his guess, among the three, Huang Jian would definitely be an official, and the orphan of the imperial censor of salt inspector, although he did not know his talent, Li Yanqiu was sympathetic. He won't treat him badly, not to mention that those who can get Mu Kuangda's reuse should have some real materials.
And since Huang Jian made friends with Qin and Zeng, it can be seen that there is not much difference. In other words, these three should not be bad.
"Going to Yecheng." Duan Ling replied.
The three of them were immediately moved. Duan Ling briefly explained what happened. Huang Jian always felt that this junior brother was not easy, but he didn't expect to go out to work on the second day of the palace exam. He had vaguely learned about Tongguan from Mu Kuangda earlier, and said, "Wait tonight. If you don't come, you are wondering if you are discussing with the master how to solve the danger in Yecheng, but I didn't expect you to go to work yourself."
"Otherwise no one can go." Duan Ling said.
Qin Xuguang said: "Hejian has been stagnant since it was launched. The imperial court has not been in charge of the rise and fall of this place for many years. Now that I think about it, it may be God's will. But have you made any detailed plans?"
What to do first, what to do later, Duan Ling roughly had an idea, and just said it at this time, and asked the three to help him come up with ideas, so everyone began to discuss how to use the limited resources. The three cities are shaky and turbulent for a long time. If one is not careful, it may fall apart at any time. It is extremely dangerous.
"The law should not be too harsh when you first arrive." Huang Jian said, "Although there are three fires when a new official takes office, you must be careful in the end."
"Senior brother is right." Duan Ling nodded.
Zeng Yongnuo added: "I heard from my father that Yecheng still has money to make. After all, it was also an important place for trade between Chen and Liao. It was only after the war that businessmen rarely traveled to the east and had to move to Hejian. The place is too chaotic, either the Yuan people or the bandits, and gradually the commerce and trade declined, and it became what it is today."
"What else?" Duan Ling went downstairs to find a pen and paper and wrote it down.
Qin Xuguang pondered for a moment and said, "How do you plan to arrange the refugees to spend this winter? Don't worry, we must be tight-lipped. If we don't answer, we can think of a solution for you in Jiangzhou."
Duan Ling knew that they could be trusted right now. Although he didn't know whether there would be factional disputes in the future, at least for now, everyone had no conflict of interest, and they couldn't betray themselves.
"Look for someone from Liao to borrow it." Duan Ling said, "I know Mr. Fei Hongde. He should be by the side of Emperor Liao now. He is moved with affection and understood with reason. If Yecheng can't support it, Liao will directly In the face of the invasion of Yuan people. Everyone is smart and should know this truth. Then I will fix a book and ask Mr. Fei for help."
"It's possible." Huang Jian said to the other two, Qin Xuguang nodded slowly.
"Or you can find the Marquis of Huaiyin." Qin Xuguang said.
"This is also a way." Huang Jian said, "After all, if the refugees from the north flooded in after winter, Yecheng would not be able to support so many people. If we go all the way south, Huaiyin will be after two hundred miles, and the Yao family will not be able to support them. need to be fed."
Duan Ling always felt that it was more reliable to ask outsiders than his own. God knew what strange conditions Yao Fu would have.
"The Liao Kingdom is divided into the North and the South." Huang Jian added, "You must know that since the death of Yelu Dashi, the Han family in the South has been raised. If you want to borrow food, who do you want to ask?"
Duan Ling also considered this question, and he replied, "Look for Yelu Zongzhen."
So the three of them began to analyze the situation in Liao, and the key was how to get the food for the winter.
In the East Palace, Cai Yan's face was gloomy and uncertain, and Feng Duo said from the side, "Your Highness, this time is just right, he is dying, our plan should be much smoother."
Cai Yan asked, "What is the current situation in Yecheng?"
"The folk customs are fierce." Feng Duo said, "The bandits gather, sometimes killing people and stealing goods. He didn't even bring a soldier, and he was too daring to rely on Wu Du alone."
Cai Yan thought for a long time, but did not speak.
After a while, Feng Duo said again: "When he first arrived, he was so busy with affairs that Wu Du must be too busy to stay by his side all the time. If he wants to rectify Yecheng, he will definitely send Wu Du, whether to kill or kill people. , or training troops. As long as Wu Du is not there, we can take advantage of the opportunity. When the time comes, we will push it on the local bandits, and it will be completely clean. "
Cai Yan asked after a while, "If he dies, will Ye City be taken over by the Yuan people?"
"Don't worry, Your Highness," Feng Duo replied, "Right now, the three cities in Hebei County are like this. Even if he dies in the north, there will be no change. The big deal is that the court will send someone there."
Cai Yan thought about it, and finally said: "Let him rectify first, I want to see how capable he is."
Feng Duo understood, nodded, and said, "Then we'll wait until winter arrives before sending the shadow team over. In this way, he'll get things done this fall before we start."
Cai Yan sat for a while, and then said: "No, we still have to start as soon as possible."
Feng Duo thought for a while and said, "Then let's send the film team out first."
"Wait a minute." Cai Yan sighed, frowned deeply, and said helplessly, "Is there no one available right now?"