For Cai Ji, leveling the management does not mean that Donglai has really been protected by Yuan Shao. In fact, before Cai Ji's promised grain and grass tribute, it was just a verbal promise between her and Guan Tong in private. As the saying goes, morality is put on both sides, and the word is in the middle, and the key to the bond between forces is still in the word "interests". Therefore, the day after the meeting with the Guantong, Cai Ji struck while the iron was hot and summoned a cadre of the upper echelons of Donglai to the Taishou Mansion to discuss the matter of going to sea and trading with Samhan. Since Cai Ji had already made a plan to go to sea with Tai Shici, Duan Rong and others, and then reached a tacit agreement with Guan Tong on the matter of trade with Sanhan, the only people she wanted to persuade were Duan Kui and Huang Zhen.

"So, Xiao Cai Fujun is planning to send a fleet to Samhan to buy grain and grass?"

In the hall of the Taishou Mansion, after listening to Cai Ji's lofty prospects for maritime trade, Duan Kui did not express too much surprise, nor did he appear particularly excited, but just asked Cai Ji such a question as usual.

At this time, Cai Ji could not read any more news from this old man's face, nor did he know whether Duan Rong had informed Duan Kui of what happened that night. But even so, Cai Ji nodded to Duan Kui according to the words she had prepared in advance, "Yes, this mansion has this intention. ”

In the face of Cai Ji's hesitant answer, Duan Kui glanced at her and Tai Shici, and said unhurriedly, "If it is said that Oceanwide buys grain to solve the food shortage, it is understandable. It's just that the Samhan kingdoms have traditionally only traded with the counties of Pyeongju. If Donglai rashly went to Sanhan to buy grain, he was afraid that Gongsun Du would be dissatisfied. ”

Duan Kui's words can be described as hitting the nail on the head. Indeed, for Dongnae, the biggest obstacle to trade with Samhan is not the treacherous sea, not the navigation technology, not the ideological constraints, but the power of Gongsun Du across the sea. Perhaps Gongsun Du did not leave a proud record in the history books. However, the cross-sea attack in the first year of the first peace was a bitter memory that the Donglai people could not erase. However, it is precisely because of this history that Cai Ji will deliberately go to Yuantong Temple to ask for help.

No, as soon as Duan Kui's words fell, Guan Tong, who was sitting across from him, responded, "Elder Duan's words are wrong, and this northern land is not his grandson's family. Although Donglai is weak, he only needs to find a strong reinforcement as a backer, so why be afraid of this Xuanwu little official! ”

When Gongsun Du was young, he moved to Xuansu County with his father, and became a official in the county. Guan Tong called Gongsun Du a Xuanfu official, undoubtedly ridiculing his humble background. And such arrogant words have another deep meaning in the ears of Duan Kui and Huang Zhen. Although Guan Tong was a person sent by Yuan Shao, under the joint suppression of Duan Kui and Huang Zhen, he never dared to blatantly shout for Yuan Shao in Donglai. But at this moment, since Guan Tong dared to put forward so strongly, Donglai needed to find a backer. This shows that he has a new boost in Donglai.

Who is supporting the rulers? After Duan Kui secretly pondered in his heart, he couldn't help but secretly fix his gaze on Cai Ji's body. Could it be that this girl is doing it in secret? It's no wonder that Duan Kui would be so conjectural. It must be known that the previous Cai Taishou has always been cautious in his administration, and rarely publicized it. Therefore, Donglai County can maneuver between various forces and stand alone. But since Cai Ji became a Taishou, he has always exposed amazing moves, making it difficult for Donglai County not to attract attention. Of course, the strategies proposed by Cai Ji are all for the sake of the people of Donglai, and they can achieve remarkable results. Therefore, as long as it does not hurt the interests of the wealthy gentry, Duan Kui will generally choose to support Cai Ji's policy. Even if he knew that Cai Ji teamed up with Sailuban to stab the gentry last time, Duan Kui didn't have much to do with Cai Ji for the sake of this waterwheel that could indeed increase grain production.

However, this time, the deal between Oceanwide and Samhan proposed by Cai Ji is different from the strategy she proposed before to use work for relief and build waterwheels. It must be known that Duan Kui, who was born in a businessman, of course, is a clever plan to solve the food shortage. In fact, the eldest son, Duan Rong, had also mentioned this matter to him before. But in the end, he was vetoed by Duan Kui. The reason is simple: although trade with Samhan can bring abundant grain and grass to Dongnae, the risk of such a move is too great. If Donglai traded with Samhan alone, it would inevitably attract the dissatisfaction of Gongsun Du and even attack. However, if Donglai surrendered to Gongsun Du in order to trade with Samhan, it would inevitably be opposed to Yuan Shao. Of course, there is also a possibility that it is like the Guan Tong just hinted that he defected to Yuan Shao to resist Gongsun Du.

In short, once Dongnae goes to sea to trade with Samhan, he must choose a force to take refuge in. In this way, Donglai can no longer be alone in the troubled times as he is now. And judging from the current situation in the north, although there is still the power of Gongsun Zan between Yuan Shao and Gongsun Du, Yuan Shao's ambition to dominate the north has long been revealed. Therefore, no matter whether Donglai defects to Gongsun Du or Yuan Shao, he will eventually be involved in the endless war between the princes in the future. And this is exactly the result that Duan Kui doesn't want to see.

So with the idea that he would rather starve than recruit soldiers, Duan Kui categorically vetoed, "As the saying goes, far water can't quench your thirst from near." Even if Donglai asks for a strong reinforcement as a backer, it is difficult to avoid the retaliation of Gongsun Dujun. The old man thought that this matter had to be discussed in the long run. ”

"Duan Lao's words are too presumptuous. I Donglai has brave people like General Taishi sitting in the town, and the state and Donglai face each other across the sea, Gongsun Du must not bring many soldiers and horses to attack across the sea. In this way, why should we be afraid of this little official coming to attack? Not to be outdone, Guan Tong retorted. It must be known that he finally seized such an opportunity to encourage everyone to join the Yuan family, and Cai Ji also said that he would support Tai Shici and other martial artists. Therefore, the confidence of the government today is much more abundant than usual.

Duan Kui couldn't help but jump his eyelids when he saw that the management commander had pulled Tai Shi Ci in, and turned back to Tai Shi Ci and asked, General Tai Shi also thinks so? ”

"Ci doesn't understand the way of business. But no matter who comes to offend Ci, the soldiers of Donglai vowed to fight to the death for Donglai. Tai Shi Ci replied impartially.

Although Tae Shi Ci did not explicitly say whether he would support trade with Samhan, his oath undoubtedly showed the attitude of the army. Seeing this, the management commander on the side thought that Cai Ji in the Yuantong Temple had said that the army would stand on this side, and he couldn't help but secretly rejoice in his heart, this girl really didn't deceive me. So Guan Tong followed Tai Shi Ci's words and demonstrated to Duan Kui, since General Tai Shi and all the soldiers in Donglai have such an awareness. Old Duan, you don't have to worry about it anymore. ”

Duan Kui didn't expect Tai Shi Ci to stand aside with Guan Tong at such a time. Although he has been trying his best to win over Tai Shi Ci, Tai Shi Ci has always turned a blind eye to his overtures. At the beginning, the management even made a banquet for Tai Shici, but he was drunk by the other party and did not say goodbye. It's time for Guan Tong and Tai Shi Ci to be angry? Haven't heard of it before? Duan Kui, who was choked by the management and couldn't speak, thought to himself for a long time in his heart, and then suddenly had a flash of inspiration and turned his gaze to Cai Ji on the main seat.

Sure enough, it's this girl's ghost! He has always had close contacts with Tai Shici and other martial artists, and it is very likely that he intends to take refuge in Yuan Shao in order to trade with Samhan. Even, this girl had this idea when she recruited the pirates. That's why Tai Shi Ci will be so expressional at this moment. Thinking of this, Duan Kui no longer entangled with Guan Tong, but looked directly at Cai Ji and said solemnly, "Little Cai Fujun is three or four." Thou shalt not bring war disasters to the people of Donglai because of a little petty profit. ”

Cai Ji saw that Duan Kui pointed the finger at him, and knew that most of this old man had already seen his suspicions. From another point of view, this also shows that Duan Rong did not inform his father about the events of that night. Otherwise, Duan Kui would not be so passive at this moment. Thinking of the successful placement of a great infernal next to Duan Kui, Cai Ji immediately put away the stick and threw out the candy, "Duan Lao's concern is not unreasonable. It's just that the world is in chaos right now, and wars are raging everywhere. Even if Donglai intends to protect himself, it is difficult to guarantee that he will not attract the prying eyes of strong enemies. Did Duan Lao forget the attack of Cao Jun last year? Therefore, Ji thought that what Guan Juncheng said was quite reasonable. Donglai really needs to find a highly respected force for strong reinforcement. Of course, this matter needs to be considered in the long run. Today, we will first talk about trade with Samhan. Without concealing Duan Lao, the government planned to order Duan Cao Peng as a special envoy to lead a fleet to Gaya to purchase grain and grass. After all, the country of Gaya does not border with the state of annexation, so there is no need to worry about angering Gongsun Du. ”

Respectable? Although Yuan Shao can't be called a high morality, there is no one in the north who is comparable to the Yuan family of the fourth and third dukes. Duan Kui saw that Cai Ji was determined to take refuge in Yuan Shao, and wanted to leave angrily, but Cai Ji said in the second half of his sentence that he would let Duan Rong preside over the trade matter. Shocked in his heart, he hurriedly excused Xiao Cai's Mansion Jun Mingjian, the dog was dull and couldn't afford such a big responsibility. ”

"Elder Duan is too humble. No one in this Huangxian County knows that the Duan family is a talented person in the world. Otherwise, let's ask Duan Cao Peng what he thinks. Cai Ji said and sent someone to bring in Duan Rong, who had been waiting outside for a long time.

Duan Kui saw that he had been brought in, so he secretly glanced at him as usual and asked him to pretend to be stupid and push the matter away. However, Duan Rong did not respond to his father's call, but respectfully bowed to everyone present and saluted, and said Cang Cao Peng, Duan Rong had seen the prince. ”

"Duan Caopeng, please take a seat." After Cai Ji motioned for Duan Rong to sit down, he got straight to the point, "Don't hide it from Duan Cao Peng, this government wants to order you as a special envoy to lead a fleet to Gayage to buy grain and grass." I wonder what you think? ”

On the other side, Duan Rong didn't notice the look in his eyes, and hurriedly coughed lightly and warned him, "Da Lang, the matter of trade with Sanhan is very important. Thou shalt not act recklessly! ”

Who knew that Duan Rong, who had always been submissive, did not listen to his father's admonition this time. I saw him shouting at Cai Ji to return to the palace, and he was willing to take on this important responsibility. ”

"Refreshing! I know that Duan Cao Peng will not refuse this matter. Cai Ji, who was sitting behind the desk, clapped his hands and praised. Until this time, she had been sure that Duan Rong had indeed not been angry with Duan Kuitong beforehand. It seems that the man in front of him wants to get out of his father's control.

Compared with Cai Ji's eyebrows and smiles, Duan Kui at this time was almost so angry that his face was red and his beard was curled. If it was said that the attitude of Guan Tong and Tai Shi Ci just now made Duan Kui worried. The unusual reaction at the moment made him angry. However, Duan Kui has been an official for a few years, and at this time, he can still calm down. So he once again warned in a more stern tone, Dalang, you have to think about it! ”

This time, in the face of his father's warning, Duan Rong hesitated slightly. In fact, a few days ago, Duan Rong had been hesitating whether to inform his father Duan Kui of Cai Ji and the others' plans. However, after some inner struggle, Duan Rong finally decided to hide the matter from his father. Because he knows his father's temper very well, if he tells everything about what happened that night, then according to Duan Kui's style of doing things, he will inevitably attack Cai Ji first. But after seeing Cai Ji's influence on the army, Duan Rong paid himself that the Duan family was not an opponent of Tai Shici and other martial artists. Therefore, in order not to make things worse, Duan Rong planned to delay the trade with Samhan until the matter was completed, and then explain it to his father in detail. Therefore, at this moment, facing the old father's iron-blue complexion, Duan Rong still clenched his fists and said, "Back to Duan Lao, this place is the yamen, there are only up and down, there is no father and son. The subordinates thought that the subordinates could take on this responsibility. ”

Duan Rong's stern answer made Duan Kui almost roll his eyes. But now is not the time to settle accounts with this stinky boy who eats inside and out. Duan Kui hurriedly set his eyes on Huang Zhen, who had not made a sound. Although he knew very well that Huang Zhen was a wall grass that the wind blew over there and people poured over there. But at the moment, Duan Kui's only ally he could count on in the hall seemed to be Huang Zhen alone. Therefore, at this moment, he asked Huang Zhen for help without thinking, and what did Huang Gongcao think about this matter? ”

Huang Zhen was asked by Duan Kui like this, but she was embarrassed to hide aside and be a human flesh background. Although Huang Zhen had never spoken before, he could see everything that was happening in this room clearly. Obviously, Cai Ji, Guan Tong, Tai Shici, and even Duan Rong, who came in later, had already had a tacit understanding in advance. Only the two old guys with Duan Kui were kept in the dark by these boys. It seems that Duan Kui is fighting birds all day this time, but this time he was pecked by the birds and planted big. Now that he has seen the general trend clearly, Huang Zhen will naturally not be stupid enough to argue with Cai Ji and others, who have the support of Tai Shi Ci and the management system. Therefore, he immediately put on his usual peaceful smile at Duan Kui and Elder Duan of the Muddy Dao, making Lang have such an enterprising spirit, which is a good thing. ”

Duan Kui thought to himself, I didn't ask you about Duan Rong's little rabbit cub being an envoy, but I wanted you to oppose trade. It's just that before he could further explain to Huang Zhen, Huang Zhen had already regained his previous appearance of looking at his nose and nose and heart. Seeing this situation, Duan Kui, who was still thinking of luck, finally understood that he was completely isolated in this room.

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