Huan Rong

The big tent is spacious, but the furnishings are very simple.

A low couch, more than ten beard beds.

The map was spread out on the low couch, and He Chuan's counties and counties were roughly drawn, but it was still not as accurate as Huan Rong's hand.The bed was a few inches higher than usual, obviously it was used for raising accounts.

There was a brazier in front of the couch, and the orange flames kept leaping up.The curtain was lifted, the cold wind blew in, the tail of the flame swayed, and the core of the flame exploded, making a few slight explosions.

On the left side of the tent is a three-story wooden frame, on which are placed several rolls of bamboo slips, and a strong bow is hung. There are only two or three long arrows left in the quiver next to the bow.There are two wooden boxes standing under the shelf, and it is not clear what they contain.According to Huan Rong's speculation, it is nothing more than the middle coat, robes and personal belongings.

Two wrought-iron silver guns were leaning against the frame, the gun bodies had been wiped clean, and the tips of the guns shone with a harsh cold light.

Qin Jun and Qin Jing stood beside the couch, when Huan Rong entered the tent, the former smiled brightly, while the latter raised the corners of his lips and nodded slightly.

The three greeted each other and sat down beside the couch.After exchanging a few words of greetings, hot water has already been served.

"The city wall of Chang'an is high and the pool is deep. It is as solid as gold, and the strong attack will surely go south. The strategy of besieging the city was adopted, and the army was stationed for three months. It was just a battle. The ability to stop the army today depends on the food in Youzhou."

Qin Jun replaced tea with water and thanked Huan Rong for his help.

"Thank you, Ambassador Gao Yi!"

"General Qin is polite." Huan Rong replied.

"How can you be polite? Envoy Huan really deserves this thank you." Qin Jun smiled and shook his head. He had a face similar to Qin Jing's, with a sunny smile, which made Huan Rong a little uncomfortable. comfortable.

It's not that he likes to be cold-faced, it's that the real master is by his side, the contrast is too strong, "slightly" a little surprised, it's not strange... right?

"If Envoy Huan does not give up, my two brothers will hold a banquet in the army tonight to thank you." Qin Jun said while winking at Qin Jing.

The meaning is very clear, in terms of friendship, you and this person are very good, why have you kept silent?My brother has never been good at such things, and I can hardly hold on anymore.

Qin Jing put down the lacquer lamp, ignored Qin Jun's eyes asking for help, stared at Huan Rong for a moment, and asked: "My brother sincerely invites you, please don't decline."

Huan Rong nodded, his smile remained unchanged, "Brother Qin is very kind, but Rong is disrespectful."

After finishing the words, he turned his eyes to Qin Yu again, and said with a smile: "Why don't you call me by my name, General? To make the king match you, it would be a bit too much."

Qin Jun laughed on the spot, wanting to show his kindness with his arms.When I stretched my hand halfway, I suddenly felt a chill on the back of my neck, and shivered violently. I immediately retracted my arm, and the coldness dissipated in an instant.

"It's so good." As he said that, he carefully glanced behind him, an illusion?

"There is another matter," Huan Rong changed the subject, took out the book that he carried all the way, handed it to Qin Jing and Qin Yu, and said, "Brother Qin, please have a look at this."

"This is?" Qin Yu was puzzled.

Qin Jing raised her eyebrows, vaguely guessing.

"But something in the palace?"

"Yes." Huan Rong nodded, "Earlier, I had an appointment with Brother Qin to sell food from the treasures stored in the palace and two carts of medicinal materials. You can also bring several doctors with you, and you can also enter the camp to treat the wounded."

Having said that, Huan Rong deliberately paused, looking at the expressions of the two brothers.From Qin Jing's face, there wasn't much emotion, so Qin Jun was a little surprised, but it was obvious that there were mostly positive aspects.

"Today, we will take stock of the treasures in the palace, make a temporary book, and record the outline. Brother Qin, please have a look."

"How many places have Jingdao checked?" Qin Jing took the booklet and asked casually.

"There is only one place." Huan Rong smiled, picked up the lacquer cup, and took a sip to his lips to moisten his dry throat. "According to the eunuchs in the palace, it is Fu Jian's private treasury. Treasures and concubines are kept privately, and the tolerance has not been touched."

On the surface, it is a statement about the harem, but in fact it is implying that Qin Jing will take what should be taken, and will never move what should not be taken—such as the Diqin treasury.

In addition, friendship belongs to friendship, and business belongs to business.

If Qin Jing wants to buy more food and medicine, or has other needs, the gold and silver that should be paid should not be less.

Not in the palace, but there are many aristocratic officials in Chang'an City, who can exchange two carts of rice and medicinal materials with a broom.

Qin Jing was noncommittal, carefully flipping through the books.

Qin Jun looked at his expressionless brother, and then turned to Huan Rong, who was in the presence of the old god, as if he was tasting fine wine, his brows were frowned, thinking secretly, the two of them didn't speak, what kind of riddle was they playing?

After a while, Qin Jing turned over the book and handed it to Qin Jun.

"Brother, take a look?"

"...Alright."

Qin Jun turned two pages, and the corners of his eyes twitched.

He had known for a long time that the Di people had been in charge of Chang'an for 20 years, ruled the establishment of the king, and dominated several states, so they must have a lot of good things in their hands.However, he never imagined that there are so many gold, silver, jewelry, coral and jade objects in the private treasury of the state lord alone.

It is conceivable how wealthy the nobles in the city will be.

"I really didn't expect this." After closing the last page, Qin Yu sighed.

After the two of them looked at the booklet, Huan Rong borrowed a pen and paper, and wrote down the grain and medicinal materials delivered this time on the spot, and then listed the gold needed for the market exchange, plus the unsettled grain payment before, and made a sum of money. Clear, to arrive at the final figures.

"If gold is used as the price, you can take [-]% from the private treasury." Huan Rong said with a smile, "If brother Qin still needs food, herbs and medicinal materials, the rest can be traded in the market."

The bronze tripod is not listed in the book, and the price of gold is priced with colorful treasures and pearls. The price difference between the north and the south is really not small.

Huan Rong simply took a price acceptable to both parties, he would not suffer, and the Qin family did not need to cut flesh.Anyway, what was given was Fu Jian's private treasury, so Qin Jing and Qin Jun might not feel "distressed".

"Of course we have to change food."

The two brothers had the same mind and planned to exchange for more grains.

This year's autumn harvest is not good, and Xihe can't transport too much military rations.If it weren't for the support of Youzhou's food and grass, let alone besieging Chang'an for three months, they would be forced to withdraw their troops in one month!

It's a cold winter, and after the spring, it will be green and yellow again. Naturally, the more food, the better.

Furthermore, taking down Chang'an is not the end, but just the beginning.

The majesty has become king, and now the city of Yecheng and Chang'an are in his hands. We should follow the trend of the world, establish a country and establish a system, and advertise the land of the Central Plains. The Qin family has the determination and ability to restore the Han Dynasty.

In this way, the hearts of the people will gather, and they will be able to use all their strength to wipe out the remnants of the Hu thieves. Murong Xianbei, who is entrenched in the land of Sanhan, should also tighten his skin.

After the north is cleared, what we are facing is the Jin Dynasty in the south.

At that time, whether Huan Rong is an official of the Jin Dynasty or stands in place of the Jin Dynasty, there will be a fierce battle between the two sides.

Before that, the two sides can still cooperate and work together to drive the inland aliens out of China.

We are all smart people, and there is no need to hide each other's plans and positions.The alliance and peace are only temporary, and when the swords and soldiers meet, [-]% will fight to the death.

Qin Jun secretly sighed, quite a bit regretful.

Qin Jing's expression remained unchanged, putting aside everything else, he first negotiated with Huan Rong on the matter of exchanging food.

Knowing that the price of food will rise next year and the medicinal materials needed are not cheap, Qin Silang paused, staring at the innocent envoy Huan, shaking his eyes for the first time, and was speechless on the spot.

"Brother Qin, do you find it difficult?" Huan Rong pretended to sigh and said, "Rong is also helpless. It is not because of deliberately raising the price, but because of the high price of grain in winter and spring. Grain storage is not as good as it used to be.”

"Furthermore, the natural disasters encountered in Sanwu last year have not eased up to now. The price of food in Jiankang remains high, and the price given by Rong is already the lowest."

"Also, the price of sea salt produced in Yandu has never been increased by half."

Envoy Huan is sincere, presents the facts and makes sense, even if the profit is doubled, he will still cry poorly.

Knowing that what he said may not be entirely true, due to the current situation, the Qin brothers can't continue to bargain.

For heroes who are determined to sweep the world, the food that can support the army and the weapons and armor that can arm the soldiers are the foundation of their foothold.

The generals and soldiers under him were all hungry and holding broken copper and iron, so they couldn't fight at all.Even if you hold gold and silver in your hands, you can't keep it.Sooner or later, he will be defeated by others and become a dead soul under the knife.

At that time, the more money you have, the faster you will die.

Huan Rong learned this truth from the troubled times, so he dared to open his mouth.

Qin Jing and Qin Yu are equally aware of the importance of food, no matter how high the price is, they have to hold their noses.What's more, compared to other grain merchants, what Huan Rong offered was considered a "price of conscience", and when reported to Xihe, the Maharaja and Zhang Wenwu couldn't say anything.

Seeing that the expressions of the two were relaxed, Huan Rong took the opportunity to propose that if the gold and silver are not in hand, they can be exchanged with others.

"people?"

"Han people are fine, and barbarian people are fine." In order to dispel the other party's concerns, Huan Rong said that it doesn't matter if he is a strong man or not, even if he is an old man or a child, he will accept it.

"If you are skilled slaves who are proficient in shipbuilding, if you gather 50 people, the price of grain can be reduced by half." Huan Rong threw out the bait, not afraid that the other party would not be tempted.

"Shipbuilding?" Qin Jing looked at Huan Rong and asked in surprise, "A merchant ship?"

"Naturally, it's a merchant ship." Huan Rong met the other party's gaze, and said calmly, "Brother Qin, you should know that Rong has maritime trade, and there are not enough ships to make it."

"This matter is not trivial, let me think about it for a few days." Qin Jing said.

The large ships that can be used for maritime merchants are almost the same as warships.

Today is different from the past, this matter needs careful consideration, Qin Jing can't easily nod.

Huan Rong didn't mind, and added another sentence: "Rong will leave for the south in five days, please reply to me as soon as possible, Brother Qin."

"After five days?"

"Rong is the assassin of Youzhou, so he can't leave for too long. It's coming to January, and Rong always wants to go home and reunite with his family." Huan Rong gave a very good reason. As for whether the other party believes it or not, it's none of his business. It's over.

In short, we will set off in five days, and if we want food, we must give an answer before then.

Neither gold nor population is missing.

Huan Rong was more than [-]% sure that Qin Jing would not refuse his request.

"Besides, three months ago, the imperial court ordered the Northern Expedition, and [-] troops have entered Diqin, captured Fufeng County, and headed northward to Lueyang." Halfway through Huan Rong's words, his eyes swept across the two people on the opposite side, and finally landed on Qin Jing. , "With the progress of the army, we will soon reach Tianshui."

Qin Jun frowned and was about to speak.Qin Jing pondered for a moment, then shook his head at the former.

"I'll tell my lord."

Huan Rong nodded, and continued: "After the road to the west is opened up, Rong can discuss another business with Brother Qin. If Brother is interested, why not discuss it in detail tomorrow or the day after?"

"it is good."

The goal was achieved, Huan Rong stood up and said goodbye.

Qin Jing personally sent him out of the tent, with her back to Qin Jun, she held Huan Rong's forearm with one hand, and through her sleeve, her fingertips brushed against Huan Rong's wrist, causing the latter to raise her eyebrows.

"After today's banquet, please leave a comment for Jingdao."

Huan Rong twitched his arms and remained motionless.With a heartbroken heart, he put his palm on the back of Qin Jing's hand, and said with a light smile, "Brother Qin is interested, so let him accompany you."

The movements of the two were very subtle, not to mention the soldiers outside the tent, even Qin Jun, who was three steps away, didn't notice it.

When Qin Jing let go, Huan Rong immediately put down his sleeves and left with a smile.He just took two steps, then stopped suddenly, turned his head, with a deep smile, and a different tone of voice, a little hoarse, "Brother Qin can keep the promise of the day, I am very pleased."

Watching Huan Rong leave, Qin Jing did not move for a long time.It wasn't until the hawk chirped above his head that he slowly came back to his senses.

Qin Jun looked at him curiously, and asked, "Brother, what agreement do you have with Inspector Huan? Is it business?"

Qin Jing raised her forearm, caught the flying black eagle, stroked the black eagle's fluffy breast feathers, and said calmly: "Brother, want to know?"

"Naturally." Qin Yu nodded, eyes full of curiosity.

"No comment."

"..."

Qin Jing turned to return the account, Qin Ju was dumbfounded.

He understood what the third brother said, the fourth brother has such a temperament, he really can't be a happy brother!

After returning to the camp, Huan Rong immediately discussed with Zhong Lin how to keep the business path and ensure that before his side established a firm foothold, it would not be harassed by Di Qin's remnant soldiers and Tuyuhun, let alone attract Qin's troops.

"If Mr. Ming is willing to give up part of his interests, he should be able to temporarily stabilize the Qin family." Zhong Lin had already had a plan in mind, and said seriously, "It's just that Fufeng is too close to Chang'an, and the Qin family will not sit and watch for a long time. Mr. Ming should be prepared .”

There is no room for snoring on the side of the couch.

Even though Shiping County is separated in the middle, Fufeng is still an important barrier on the west side of Chang'an, and its importance is self-evident.

"It is impossible for me to give up Fufeng." Huan Rong's expression was firm, beyond doubt.

In fact, when he gets a firm foothold in Fufeng, he will try to nibble away at Shiping, and even extend his tentacles into Xianyang County.

Zhong Lin frowned slightly, as if she wanted to dissuade her.

Before he could speak, Huan Rong waved his hands and smiled lightly, "Kong Yu don't worry, I won't be in a hurry."

If you are in a hurry, you can't eat hot tofu, but you will burn your mouth full of blisters.

What he has to do is to thoroughly digest the area from Fufeng, Tianshui to Longxi first, win the hearts of the local people, maintain local tycoons with benefits, and firmly control the road to the Western Regions.

If necessary, he wouldn't mind fighting with Tuyuhun first, just taking the opportunity to train and prepare for the future.

"General Qin is holding a banquet today, and people need to guard the camp." Huan Rong paused, and said, "Wei Qi and Ma Liang each lead a team of soldiers to patrol in two shifts. Don't gather the people of Chang'an for now. If someone comes to vote, you can Set up next to the camp."

"promise!"

"Besides, Kong Yu has to worry about Fufeng." Huan Rong looked at the map, pacing around Fufeng, Lueyang and Tianshui with his fingers, and said to himself, "I don't know where brother Cong is now, and whether he has built a building with him." Kang sent the troops to join."

Huan Rong stared at the map in a daze, Zhong Lin's mind turned sharply, thinking about how to persuade the Qin family to temporarily protect the safety of Fufeng Land.

At the same time, a pigeon flew into Xuyi, crossed the bustling Fangshi, and flew straight to Nancheng.On the way, he found the Assassin's Mansion, circled around for two weeks, and flew down to the East Court.

Yuan Feng just came back from the academy, he first greeted Princess Nankang.

Today, Yuan Feng won the first place in the school riding and archery examination in the academy, and was praised by his master. His usually serious face rarely showed a little excitement.

"It's a pity that Guaer is not here." Seeing the child with flushed cheeks, Princess Nankang said with a smile, "However, Liangzhou sent back a message a few days ago, and he will start his journey and return in a short time. It is estimated that he can return to Xuyi before January I will be very happy to know that you have made progress during this period of time."

Yuan Feng agreed, clenched his fists and said that he would work harder and strive to acquire skills as soon as possible to help brother.

"Good boy." Princess Nankang signaled Yuan Feng to come forward, stroked the back of his head, and said, "It's good to have this kind of heart, don't make things too difficult for yourself."

"Don't worry, Your Highness, Feng has his own measure."

The child turned into an adult again in the blink of an eye, with a particularly serious expression.

Princess Nankang couldn't hold back and laughed on the spot.

"What are you laughing at, sister?"

A gust of fragrant wind blew by, and Mrs. Li walked into the inner room.The long skirt drags the floor, Pingting is light and graceful, her face is more beautiful than before, and Bai Hua feels ashamed in front of her.

"My sister is here."

Princess Nankang held Yuan Feng into her arms and patted his back lightly, causing the child to blush.Seeing this, he couldn't suppress his smile.

Mrs. Li sat in front of the screen, her long sleeves fluttered lightly, and the patterns on the sleeves seemed to come alive.Seeing the scene in front of him, he became even more curious.

"Today's academy exam, Ah Feng won the first place in riding and archery. I just said that Gua'er will be delighted when he comes back."

"Your Majesty is brave." Mrs. Li smiled softly, she looked at Princess Nankang, her eyes seemed to overflow with water, "If you calculate the time, your Majesty is probably already on the way?"

Princess Nankang shook her head, and said: "The letter said that he would stay in the north for a while. The Qin family dispatched troops to Chang'an, and they don't know how the battle will go. If the Qin family wins, it is estimated that Jiankang will not have much thought to make plans. Youzhou."

Mrs. Li thinks so.

Yuan Feng understood somewhat, and sat up straight again.

Huan Wei and Huan Xuan, who were playing with the wooden horse, were still ignorant. They twisted the mechanism, and when they saw the wooden horse running away, they both smiled and clapped their hands.

When the three were talking, Ah Mai walked into the inner room, holding a pigeon in his hand.The pigeon cooed from time to time, and its chubby figure was very recognizable.

"I sent a letter to my aunt a few days ago, I don't want to get a reply so soon."

Mrs. Li took the pigeon, untied the bamboo tube from the pigeon's neck, and handed it to Princess Nankang.Taking out the silk cloth hidden in it and scanning it roughly, Princess Nankang couldn't help sneering.

"Sister?" Mrs. Li asked suspiciously, "Could something happen to Jiankang?"

"The officials want yuan clothes." Princess Nankang put down the silk cloth.

"Yuanfu?" Mrs. Li was surprised, "Why so early?"

In order to inherit the throne of the emperor, it is not surprising that the royal family and clan will take Yuanfu in advance, but they will also arrange it before the elephant dance, and will not rush too early.Although Sima Yao is tall and tall, he has just turned new year and danced the spoon, why is he in such a hurry to take Yuanfu?

"Not only that, but Jiankang is planning to invite me and Gua'er to watch the ceremony." Princess Nankang sneered, "The time is so short, it's hard to guarantee what kind of idea he has."

Mrs. Li's expression changed slightly, she took out the silk cloth and looked closely, her brows became more and more tightly frowned.