The sky is high and cool, the wind is light and the clouds are light, this is the September season of the thirteenth year of the Ming Dynasty, and it is the late autumn season.

There is a way that the eagle flies in September, which is a good time for hunting, and it is also the time when the nomads on the grassland are the most active and restless, constantly coveting the rich Central Plains.

In previous years, the nine-sided towns of the Ming Dynasty were ready to fight at this time. Although the Mongols have not really invaded on a large scale for decades, this kind of major event related to the safety of the world can not be joked about, that is, those Mongols who always travel between inside and outside the Great Wall on weekdays must be carefully examined to prevent any misdeeds after entering the customs.

However, this year's situation is much better, because there are obviously fewer Mongolian people who have entered the key cities, and the smiles on the faces of these Mongolian people have also increased significantly.

Therefore, this change is due to the imperial court's decree a few months ago - dozens of new farms have been opened in many towns in the north, so that the trade between the Mongols and the Han people has increased unprecedentedly, and the Mongols can exchange the fruits of their labor for the necessities of life, and no longer have to take risks for survival.

Whether it is tea, salt, silk or grain from the Central Plains, they can all be exchanged in these newly opened fields. And what they have to pay is often only a few fattened and strong cattle, sheep and horses, or the fur of livestock and beasts made of salt.

Although these things are also valuable to the steppe herders, they can be obtained through hard work. This is much more cost-effective than gambling with your life and fighting for it, and you may not be able to grab much money as a result.

As Lu Zhen mentioned in the recital before, as long as they are given a chance to obtain the products of the Central Plains without fighting, the grassland herders will also distinguish the importance and make choices that are in line with their own interests. Judging from the friendly attitude of the Mongolian and Han peoples, the century-old grievances may really be completely resolved because of this.

It's just that no one would have thought that in this peace, some people with ulterior motives have begun to move, and this will inevitably bring unimaginable destruction and destruction.

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Yanggao County, under the jurisdiction of Xuanfu, is the westernmost point of this area controlled by the Ming government, and beyond the towering Great Wall to the west, it is the boundary of the grassland. Therefore, this small county town has always been an existence that has been changed and avoided by court officials.

Because of this, there have never been many people in the small town, and many times even the Mongolian people are too lazy to come to the idea of fighting here, because the small city is so poor that hundreds of people may not be able to rob much of it.

However, during this period of time, because of the establishment of two large-scale farms outside the city, this small county town suddenly became a fragrant bait in the eyes of the Mongolian people, and many tribes of Mongolian people drove horses, drove a head of livestock, and carried various fur products to this place to trade with the Ming government. So at this time, the town has already become lively, and even the small inn that is almost closed is full of people of all colors.

Zhen County's order, who was originally full of sorrow, was also smiling all day long at this time, because he knew that in this way, just the commercial tax collected would be enough for the yamen to pay a year's tax to the government office, and maybe he could get an extra sum into his pocket.

Therefore, every day, Zhen County Ling will go out of the county seat with great interest, go to the two extensive fields to take a walk, and after learning about the trade situation of the day, he will also communicate with the merchants of the two ethnic groups, thinking that it is a move to be close to the people. Because only in this way will he feel very grounded and feel that everything is under his control.

Today is naturally no exception, early in the morning, Zhen County Ling went out of the city, and it was close to noon, before returning to the county office with a satisfied smile, ready to deal with some miscellaneous matters in the afternoon.

But as soon as he entered the gate of the county government, the second official Xiao greeted him with a trace of nervousness: "My lord, the capital suddenly sent someone, saying that he had something to order. ”

"Huh?" Zhen County Ling raised his eyebrows when he heard this, and then there was a burst of excitement - could it be that this Yanggao County has become rich under my rule recently, and even those adults in the capital have heard of it, so they want to promote me? But then, he dispelled this somewhat narcissistic thought, how could this kind of thing alarm those big people in the capital?

With a hint of nervousness and anticipation in his heart, Zhen Xianling hurriedly walked into the second hall, and saw a man in gray clothes with a cold face without a smile sitting there drinking tea. I don't know if it's a psychological effect, just seeing this person for the first time, it made him feel a sense of horror like a man's back, as if what he was looking for was not a person, but a fierce beast that chose someone to be devoured.

After taking a deep breath and stabilizing his mind, Zhen County Ling stepped forward with a flattering smile: "Xia Guanyang Gao County Ling Zhen Renbing has seen the errand, because he is entangled in official business, he neglected the errand in the Yamen, and he hopes to forgive his sins." As he said this, he bowed deeply.

The other party put the tea bowl in his hand a few times, and his eyes fell on him and glanced at him before he said: "Zhen County Order doesn't need to be polite, I came here today because I have something to tell you." ”

"Please say that as long as the county is within its reach, the lower officials will do their best to do it well."

"You must be able to handle this." The visitor grinned, showing a mouthful of white teeth and said with a smile.

Although the other party was laughing, Zhen Renbing only felt a panic, and a chill suddenly rose from the bottom of his heart. It was easy to control his thoughts, and he smiled reluctantly: "My lord's words are serious, and the lower officials will do their best, do their best." ”

"What I want you to do is ......" The person who came was no longer polite to him, and immediately lowered his voice and said his request.

As soon as he finished saying a few words, Zhen County's whole face turned white suddenly: "This ...... How does this work? In this way, the Mongolian people who come to trade here will definitely be dissatisfied, and there may be conflict. I hope you will think twice! ”

"Why, do you dare to disobey orders?" The man's face suddenly sank, and his eyes fell on Zhen Renbing's face like a knife, and he couldn't help but feel his heart beat faster, and he even subconsciously wanted to retreat.

However, Zhen County Ling also understood what the result would be if he did what he wanted. To put it mildly, it is to overturn everything that has been built up with great difficulty in these days, and everything to return to its original shape. To put it more seriously, the thousands of Mongolian people outside the city may use this as an excuse to attack the county seat.

Although there are also hundreds of garrisons in Yanggao County, this number of men and horses is obviously unable to withstand several times the attack of the Mongols. What's more, once this happens, his county order will bear the brunt, even if he is not killed by the Mengs, the court will not spare him.

It is precisely because of this understanding that although Zhen Renbing was sweating on his forehead under the pressure of the other party's cold momentum, he was still trying to insist: "This lord, do you want to do this as an official, but is there a will of the imperial court?" This matter contradicts the previous will, if not, please forgive the officials for being difficult to obey! ”

Under the pressure of the other party, Zhen Xianling finally finished saying this, and then felt that his body was a little weak, and if he hadn't been sitting on the chair, he would have collapsed to the ground.

Seeing that he dared to refuse his request, the man was also a little surprised. But then, the chill on his face became even heavier: "It seems that you don't shed tears when you don't see the coffin." If you refuse to do it, within a few days, not only will you not be able to do it, but you will not be able to save your life. ”

"I ...... I ......" Zhen Renbing wanted to say something toughly, but he couldn't say anything.

Seeing that he seemed to be a little unconvinced, the man had decisively taken out something from his sleeve and lit up in front of him: "I am a hundred households in Dongchang, I want to be a local official in Dongchang, it shouldn't be a difficult thing, right?" And once you are in the hands of my East Factory, whatever crime we want to plant for you is just a gesture. ”

It was only at this time that Zhen Renbing knew what kind of opponent he was facing, no wonder he felt frightened when he saw him. The murderous reputation of the factory guard has already made the people of the Ming Dynasty change color in the past hundred years.

"The surname is Zhen, let me ask you again, do you do it or not? My patience is limited, so it's a big deal to get you someone else to do things for us! As he spoke, the other party had already stood up, and it seemed that as long as Zhen Xianling shook his head, he would make a move.

Zhen Renbing's heart was tangled for a while. This person's words may not be completely true, even if it is Dongchang, there is no power in this far place, maybe he is alone. However, Zhen Renbing didn't dare to bet on this, because it was also related to his own life and death, and even the life and death of his family.

"I know what you're worried about. If this thing is done, you will help the prince to run an errand, and when the time comes, the court will have our own people to protect you, you know what I mean, right? The other party seemed to see his concern, and finally added such a sentence.

And this sentence became the last straw that broke the camel's back. Now that there is a back road, Zhen County Ling can only choose the path that is most beneficial to him. Even if his words may not be true, but at this juncture, he can only believe in the other party.

After another period of silence, Zhen Renbing finally nodded: "I promise you, I will do what you want." ”

"It's best to be so natural, I'm waiting for your news." The visitor smiled at him and walked out of the public house. And Zhen Xianling, who was leaning back in the chair because the pressure was suddenly gone, didn't know that the other party was actually more nervous than him just now, because the other party was just bluffing......

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It is said that after 520, it is 521。。。。。 It's still a day that can be pitted, so you must be cautious.