Chapter 60 Zhao Meng refuses
Hearing Fusu's words, Xiao He was shocked. His expression was startled, and then he said worriedly: "To be honest, the eldest son of the emperor came a few days late, and Yang Lin led the team to do corvee service a few days ago."
"Oh?" Fusu knew this and couldn't help but feel disappointed and surprised. He pointed at Xiao He and asked hurriedly: "How many days have you been gone?" He also knew about the corvee service. It was for the purpose of building paper mills that he moved across the country.
A great promotion of corvee service.
Xiao He did the math and immediately replied: "More than ten days."
Hearing this, Fusu nodded, "If so, it would be a pity. It seems that Mr. Yang can only be seen in Xianyang City." For Yang Lin, Fusu admired Yang Lin, so he used the honorific to match it, so it can also be seen from this point.
It can be seen that Fusu has a thirst for and respect for talents.
"I heard that there is a paper mill in Fengyi, I wonder if it is?" Fusu saw that he could not invite Yang Lin to Xianyang City in person, so he asked about the paper mill.
When Xiao He heard this, he nodded, bowed his hands and responded respectfully: "Exactly, now there are paper mills in Lishui Pavilion and Sishui Pavilion in Fengyi, and they are supervised by Yang Linzhi's subordinate Zhao Meng. The eldest son of the emperor may not know something about papermaking.
Although it was invented by Yang Lin, the details were improved by Zhao Meng."
Hearing this, Fusu's eyes flashed, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. For him, this was good news, and then he hurriedly asked: "Is Zhao Meng still in Fengyi?"
"Reporting to the emperor's eldest son, he is still here." Xiao He did not dare to hide it.
"Take me to see this person quickly." Fu Su was in a hurry. Yang Lin had not invited him because of his delay. However, if he could invite Zhao Meng, it would be a great help for the construction of a paper mill and the production of paper books in the future.
How could Fusu not see through this? He ignored etiquette, stood up in a hurry, and left the county government office in a hurry.
Seeing this, Xiao He also followed behind him. At the same time, he summoned all the government officials in the county to serve as guards and went to Fengyi with Fusu. With Fusu's current status, he didn't know that if something happened to the latter in Pei County, what would happen to him?
The seriousness of the consequences was beyond his imagination.
When Fu Su left the county office, he happened to meet the magistrate of Peixian County who came after hearing the news. After the magistrate saluted, he learned that the eldest son of the emperor was going to Fengyi. He immediately took Xiao He's place and wanted to lead the way himself. How could he help Su?
Su had a good impression of Xiao He, so he ordered the county magistrate not to follow him, but to let Xiao He continue to lead the way. As a result, the magistrate of Pei County felt filled with sadness, and his eyes gradually turned cold towards Xiao He.
In a dilapidated courtyard in Peixian County, ten people gathered together and discussed in private. One of them had a scar on his face, and he said in a deep voice with a ferocious expression: "This matter was personally arranged by Zhao Fuling. Who is the target?
I guess you already know it without me saying more." Then he looked at the other nine people.
The rest of the people nodded. These people had sharp eyes and strong figures. Then the scarred man who was just behind continued to say: "Check the weapons again. Also, these poison sacs are hidden. Once assassinated this time, no matter what
Success or failure, we don’t need to live anymore afterwards.”
Hearing this, all nine people shouted: "No!"
"According to the intelligence, Fusu has arrived at Pei County. When he returns to Xianyang, it's time for us to take action." Scar Man ordered again, "Also, have the people who went to assassinate Sishui County Governor Leping already set off?"
Then someone handed over his hand and reported: "We are already on the way, and we will arrive in Xiangxian County tomorrow."
"Yes. This person was also personally named by the Zhao Mansion." Then the scarred man sighed worriedly: "It's a pity that Yang Lin, the head of Lishui Pavilion, has already served as a corvee, otherwise, he would also be one of the targets this time."
After sighing, he waved his sleeves and ordered: "Everyone, go down and get ready. There is no need to gather together. Scatter out of the city and gather in the dense forest outside the city. Remember, don't reveal your identity." The scarred man said sternly.
After sweeping through the crowd, these people seemed to be stared at by poisonous snakes and did not dare to refute, so they dispersed and left.
Let's talk about Fusu. He rushed to Fengyi anxiously, but he didn't know Zhao Gao's vicious plan. At this time, danger was approaching him quietly.
When they arrived at Lishui Pavilion, Xiao He took Fusu into the pavilion, and then ordered people to quickly find Zhao Meng. When he saw Zhao Meng, Xiao He immediately pointed at the latter and said, "I haven't met the eldest son of the emperor yet."
"The eldest son of the emperor?" Zhao Meng, a farming man, had never seen such a big official before. He didn't know what to do for a moment, let alone how to speak. His forehead was already covered with sweat beads in his anxious heart.
Seeing this, Fusu waved his sleeves, smiled, and said warmly: "You must be Zhao Meng. Sit down, don't be restrained, just say whatever you want." Fusu also has no airs, he has suffered enough from the people.
, fully aware of the helplessness and worries of the common people.
Hearing this, Zhao Meng's anxious mood calmed down a little. He bowed his hands and said respectfully: "Zhao Meng has met the eldest son of the emperor."
Fu Su motioned Xiao He and both of them to sit down, and then continued to ask: "I heard from Xiao County Prime Minister that it was you who improved the papermaking technology. I wonder if it is?"
"Reporting to the eldest son of the emperor, papermaking was invented by the pavilion chief, and Meng only made some slight improvements." Zhao Meng replied immediately.
"Well." Fusu said again: "Leping, the governor of Sishui County, has been imprisoned for lying about papermaking. You don't have to worry about some things. I came here today. I wanted to invite Mr. Yang to Xianyang City to help me build a papermaking factory.
But since Mr. Yang is already on his way to Xianyang to do corvee service, I feel pity."
After a pause, Fusu looked at Zhao Meng, smiled slightly and said, "I wonder if you are willing to go to Xianyang City with me. Such a talent is exactly what our Qin Dynasty needs, and what our millions of people need."
When Zhao Meng heard this, he suddenly didn't know how to answer. He was silent for a long time. Seeing this, Fusu did not urge him. For a moment, Zhao Meng, who seemed to have thought a lot, said respectfully and apologetically: "I'll tell you the truth, Chief Yang Ting
Before leaving, I specifically asked Supervisor Meng to take good care of the paper mill. Although Meng wanted to go with the eldest son of the emperor, he did not dare to neglect Yang Tingchang's instructions. For this reason, Meng could only ask the eldest son of the emperor to understand."
"Bold!" shouted the man following Fusu.
Hearing this, Fusu frowned and scolded: "Get back." The big man did not dare to refute, and after saluting, he left the hut.
Then Fusu looked at Zhao Meng and thought for a while, and then said, "Have you thought clearly? Follow me to Xianyang City, and you can see Mr. Yang doing corvee work."
Zhao Meng still shook his head and continued to insist on his idea, "The eldest son of the emperor, if Yang Tingzhang arrives in Xianyang City, you can order him to write a letter to inform Meng. At that time, Meng will definitely work for the eldest son of the emperor." Zhao Meng
The idea is very simple, he only recognizes Yang Lin's orders.
Fusu knew that he could not persuade Zhao Meng to change his mind, and he couldn't help but sigh in his heart. In fact, if it were someone else, he might have been tougher and could have taken Zhao Meng away. However, Fusu, with his compassionate character, treated the people kindly.
How could he take a tough stance with such a heart? If so, what is the difference between Fusu and Leping?
Chapter completed!