Because the Salt Owls had a lot of experience in fighting, there were not too many casualties. But what annoyed them was that after winning a few games and suffering some casualties, these mud-legged bastards actually became more and more courageous and acted more and more systematically.
!This caused some people to suffer more and more casualties, and they had to stop and think of other ways.
After a year of recuperation, these refugees-turned-farmers have become much stronger. Moreover, they were formerly refugees and now have a chance to survive, so they are extremely loyal to Liansheng and have extremely high cohesion! Therefore, although their combat effectiveness is low,
On the contrary, a strange balance has been formed between him and the salt owl!
But at this moment, a troop of more than 500 soldiers and horses suddenly appeared outside Datong City! Everyone is familiar with this troop and horse. It is the Wu'an Army that returned victoriously from Datong after patrolling the border last year! And it is even more eye-catching.
What's surprising is that the one leading the way was actually a team of uniformed guards!
Zhang Jingping was shocked by the sudden appearance of troops outside the city! Because according to the rules of the imperial court, no matter what the imperial court did to send someone, they would definitely be notified in advance! But now there are so many troops and horses appearing outside the city without any news.
, this is definitely not good news for him!
But at this time, he had no time to think about it, so he hurriedly put on his official uniform and led people to rush outside the city. Fortunately, the person who came to report the news said that the soldiers outside the city were very well-behaved and stopped at the gate of the city and did not move. But this was still a mistake.
The soldiers on the city were so frightened! After all, the soldiers below the city were well-organized and looked like a strong army!
What's even more terrifying is the pair of Jin Yiwei at the front of the team! You must know that when the imperial court declares a decree, it will only send out a small number of Jin Yiwei as a guard of honor. Only when a house is ransacked and someone is taken away, a team of Jin Yiwei will be dispatched, so this is quite scary!
When he arrived at the gate of the city, the first thing that caught his eye was Liu Haojia, who was riding on a horse without even dismounting! Zhang Jingping's heart sank when he saw Liu Haojia looking at him with a half-smile but not a smile!
You must know that the last time Liu Haojia saw him, he dismounted from his horse and walked quickly over from a long distance away. He was very polite! But looking at his appearance now, he was clearly here to cause trouble!
Zhang Jingping couldn't help but regret when he saw Liu Haojia's behavior! However, this was not the time for him to regret, so he could only step forward and bow and said: "I didn't know that the Marquis was coming from afar, so I didn't go far to greet him. It was really rude."
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Liu Haojia really wanted to give him a blow, but he didn't want to lose his etiquette, so he still jumped off the horse and handed over his hands and said: "I came in a hurry and without notice, Mr. Zhang, don't blame yourself!"
Seeing that Liu Haojia's attitude had softened, Zhang Jingping thought that things were turning around. He hurriedly smiled and said: "Where, where! It's because the official is not well-informed! The official..."
But Liu Haojia didn't want to talk too much with him, so he waved his hand and said, "Everyone, step back. I have a few words to say to Mr. Zhang."
When Zhang Jingping was stunned, the Jin Yiwei had already driven away everyone around him! Then Liu Haojia said slowly: "Sir Zhang, when I first met your Zhang family, I gave you 30 heads as a gift.
Is that considered generous?”
As soon as he heard this, Zhang Jingping's sweat dropped immediately! This is not only generous, it is extremely generous! 30 heads with corresponding dominoes, this is a real military achievement and the foundation of a family of generals! So
Zhang Jingping could only lower his head and said: "Master Hou's actions are extraordinary, I am ashamed of myself!"
Liu Haojia continued: "You wanted to buy a head from me, but I gave Mr. Zhang three hundred heads directly to help him improve his title. Now that Mr. Zhang is expected to be promoted to a Marquis, I should congratulate you!"
When Zhang Jingping heard this, the sweat on his head fell like raindrops! He knew that he had handled things too improperly. He had taken such a huge benefit but did not help at all. He only thought about his own interests, which caused great harm to his family.
The farmers fought with the salt owl and many people died!
At this time, Liu Haojia raised his voice slightly and said: "I did not ask for much in return for my two attacks. I only asked Mr. Zhang to take care of his own property and personnel, and at the same time, he also gave 20% of the profit to Mr. Zhang! But I don't know Zhang.
How do you repay me?"
Zhang Jingping knew that what he was doing was really wrong. He accepted such a big benefit from others, but he pretended to be neutral! But now he is not afraid anymore! Because he feels that since Liu Haojia and the salt and grain merchants have already dealt with each other,
We might not have time to deal with him! Then we might even beg him to keep his land, real estate and shops in Datong. So he raised his head and said with all his heart: "Master Hou, Your Excellency
There is no other way! Behind those businessmen are high-ranking officials, and lower-level officials cannot afford to offend them! But..."彡彡訁凊
When he said this, Liu Haojia stopped him and said: "I know that you sent many people to patrol inside and outside Datong City, trying to maintain this stability, but unfortunately it failed, right? What happened outside Datong City recently?
After several fights, none of your men arrived!"
Zhang Jingping said with a grimace: "The journey is too far. When the official received the news, he immediately sent people there, but when he arrived, the people had already dispersed!"
Liu Haojia knew from the look on his face that he had made up his mind and wanted to stay out of the matter! So he sneered twice and said, "In this case, I can only congratulate Mr. Zhang on his promotion!"
At this point, he suddenly raised his voice and said: "Here comes! But the decree is about to be announced! By the way, Mr. Zhang is now officially telling you to arrange for the incense case to receive the decree immediately!"
Zhang Jingping was already prepared to have a big quarrel with Liu Haojia, but Liu Haojia in front of him was about to announce the decree! He had never expected this turn of events, but he still quickly ordered the preparation of the incense case.
But after he finished his instructions, he remembered that when the court usually announced decrees, they would either go to the Yamen or at home. I had never heard of decrees being announced at the city gate! So he wanted to go up and ask, but he saw that all the time
The cold-faced Liu Haojia no longer had this idea!
However, his men were still quick in their actions. They quickly found incense tables and other available items that complied with the regulations, and set them up directly at the city gate!
The large group of people gathered in front of the city gate was already very attractive, but now the people saw Zhang Jingping setting down the incense table and looking like he was listening to the holy teachings, which attracted even more people! As a result, the city gate was blocked
For the sake of the three levels inside and outside, everyone wants to hear what kind of imperial decree it is?
Moreover, it was the first time that an edict was announced at the city gate, and it attracted a large number of people to watch! Even the soldiers on duty on the city wall poked their heads out from the city wall to look down.