Lan Weiwen's head was shaved and shiny, as if it had been greased. He was casually wearing a black brocade robe, sitting upright, his expression slightly nervous, his brows slightly wrinkled, and his eyes filled with a look of confusion.
Under the study, a thin middle-aged man sat.
The middle-aged man has a white face and short beard, wearing a small round hat, small eyes, a high nose bridge, thin lips, and a blue robe. Coupled with his thin body, he gives people a thin feeling, as if he will be blown away by the wind. Like falling down.
The middle-aged man is Lan Weiwen's aide, named Duan Deyi.
Lan Weiwen sighed and said: "The news that Mr. Li is about to go to Guangzhou to take up his post has spread throughout Shanghai. Once Mr. Li leaves, the official position of Shanghai Daotai will be vacant. Deyi, do you think I can take over?"
Duan Deyi gently pinched his short beard, pondered for a moment, and said with a smile: "Whether you can take over the Shanghai Daotai depends on whether you are on the same boat as Daotai, or whether you are on the same boat as Daotai, or how you behave towards Daotai. How loyal is your lord?"
Lan Weiwen said without hesitation: "Of course it is a ship, but it is still loyal."
In fact, when Li Zhen just took over Shanghai Daotai, Lan Weiwen just wanted to save her life, not follow Li Zhen wholeheartedly. When the two parties came into contact with each other for a long time, Lan Weiwen saw Li Zhen's style with her own eyes. , and following Li Zhen's defeat against the foreigners, his mentality gradually changed, especially after Lan Weiwen changed his past style and became diligent in serving the people, the people praised him, and some people even called him Lan Qingtian, which gave him a lot of praise. Lan Weiwen was greatly shocked.
The usual subtle influence is one reason, and the other reason is the potential shown by Li Zhen.
Nowadays, Li Zhen is just a young man in his early twenties, no more than twenty-three years old at most, but he is already the governor of Guangzhou, a pastor and guardian, and a veritable official in the border areas. Such a person will definitely become a marquis and prime minister in the future. Lan Weiwen is just a small county magistrate with no backing and mediocre abilities. If she can always follow Li Zhen, her future official career will definitely be smoother.
The combination of various factors made Lan Weiwen convinced of Li Zhen.
Duan De observed what was happening, listened to Lan Weiwen's words, and said with a smile: "Don't worry, Sir, before Master Ding Daotai leaves, I will definitely push you to the position of Shanghai Daotai. Shanghai is the place where Master Daotai made his fortune. It is also the foundation of Master Daotai, and he will not allow anyone to destroy it. You are loyal to Master Daotai, so Master Daotai will choose you to take over no matter what."
Lan Weiwen said again: "But, can Lord Daotai do it?"
Duan De shook his head and smiled, and reminded: "Sir, have you forgotten Xu Naizhao, the governor of Jiangsu?"
"Xu Naizhao."
Lan Weiwen's eyes first showed a misty look, and then she suddenly realized, and said happily: "If you hadn't reminded me, I would have almost forgotten that Xu Naizhao came to deal with you, but in the end he came back defeated, and he was severely beaten by you. After being secreted, Xu Naizhao still has a grudge against you, but he can do nothing about it. As long as you take action, it will definitely be a sure thing for me to take over the Shanghai Daotai."
"My lord is wise."
Duan De smiled, with a look of joy on his face.
Although Duan Deyi was only one of Lan Weiwen's staff, after Lan Weiwen took up the post of Shanghai Daotai, Duan Deyi could gradually come to the front and become an official under Lan Weiwen, handling matters for Lan Weiwen.
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Beretta Factory, Italy, meeting hall.
In the hall, there is a rectangular conference table, with experts and managers from the Beretta family sitting on the left and right sides. Sitting on the main seat in the center is Mas, the actual leader of the company.
Mas's eyes were serious, and he glanced at the people on the left and right one by one, and said seriously: "I have called you all because of the news of General Li's promotion. General Li will be transferred to Guangzhou and become the governor of Guangzhou. Our business scope is now Shanghai. The situation is It’s too small and we must expand our business. I want to go south with General Li and open the Beretta family’s arms factory in Guangzhou. Compared with Shanghai, Guangzhou has more foreigners and more warlords. Our Weapons will surely make a fortune."
"Mars, have you forgotten the lesson you learned last time?"
Suddenly, one of the old men with a gray beard spoke.
This man is not only a person sent by the Beretta family to follow Mas, but he is also a weapons expert.
Mas shook his head and said: "Of course I haven't forgotten what happened last time. I clearly remember carrying thorns on my back to admit my mistake. In front of countless people, I lost the face of the Beretta family. I know our The family can't get rid of Li Zhen, so it must get Li Zhen's support. This time when it goes to Guangzhou to set up a factory, it must discuss with Li Zhen in advance. Once the factory is successfully set up in Guangzhou, it can make more profits. Since it can't get rid of it, it has been Follow Li Zhen's warship and cooperate with Li Zhen."
"Okay, okay, good point."
The old man stroked his beard under his chin and nodded appreciatively.
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Dali Casino, private room on the second floor.
Fourth Master Tong was sitting quietly in the private room, but his face showed the same confusion as Lan Weiwen. Tong Si had surrendered to Li Zhen and became the only person under Li Zhen who had not seen the light. Li Zhen was in Shanghai. As an official, Fourth Master Tong feels that he is useful, but once Li Zhen moves to Guangzhou, the situation in Shanghai will definitely change. By then, it will be very difficult for him to contact Li Zhen, let alone continue to work for Li Zhen. .
The only way is to follow Li Zhen and move to Guangzhou.
But, is Li Zhen willing?
Fourth Master Tong's situation is different from that of other serious businessmen. He is a businessman on the surface, but he is already under Li Zhen's command. If he wants to follow Li Zhen south, he still needs Li Zhen's approval. If Li Zhen does not agree, he will Going to Guangzhou so arrogantly will definitely make Li Zhen unhappy.
Today's Tongsi belongs to a person who worries about gains and losses.
For a while, I thought about following Li Zhennan.
For a while, I thought that it was impossible for me to go south with Li Zhen.
Two thoughts were swirling in his mind, which was extremely uncomfortable. Just as Tong Si was hesitating, there was a sound of footsteps downstairs, but a burly man in black clothes walked up. The strong man bowed and saluted. , said: "Fourth Master, Master Daotai has arrived at the city gate and started to go to Daotai Mansion. Master Daotai sent someone to send a message, please go to Daotai Mansion immediately, saying that there is something to discuss."
"Okay, okay, please step back."
Tongsi's eyes suddenly brightened and he became energetic. Li Zhen took the initiative to send someone to discuss matters with him. He obviously took him into his heart. At this moment, Tongsi had great hope in his heart, thinking that There was great hope for him to go to Guangzhou. Tong Si got up, changed into clean and fresh clothes, put on a small round hat, and left the Dali Casino in a hurry.
When Tongsi received the news, Lan Weiwen, Maas and others also received the news from Li Zhen, and they all went to Daotai Mansion to discuss the matter. Obviously, this was a plenary meeting, and what was discussed next was Direction and arrangement.