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Chapter 476: Cloud Movement (3)

Outside Hongshui County, Zhen Yao got out of the car with a red face. Pen, fun, pavilion www. biquge。 info

The shouts of the two clansmen made him feel very faceless, and even a little embarrassed. When will he Zhen family gain a foothold with the help of other people's names? But there is no way, the Zhen family is just a phoenix in distress, not even as good as a chicken.

All the way down from Zhongshan Kingdom, I don't know how many hardships I encountered.

Due to the hasty evacuation, Zhen Yao did not bring too many assets and did not bring too many escorts.

On the way, he often encountered bandits, so that when he fled Jizhou, he suffered extremely heavy losses. The guards died and scattered, and only a few dozen old retainers were left to accompany them to protect. As for property, quite a few were also lost. Many of them were taken away by the guards when they dispersed. Zhen Yao had the intention to stop it, but he couldn't do it.

It wasn't until we entered the east of the river that the situation improved somewhat.

However, while crossing the river, some conditions were encountered. Since they didn't carry any proof on them, they were almost arrested by Cao Jun at the crossing of the Yellow River as homeless. The loss of population in Hedong also made Cao Ren feel helpless. He couldn't blame Cao Peng, so he could only try to control the situation. If you don't bring proof, you will be closely interrogated.

In addition, Zhen Yao and his entourage, with a Hedong accent, made Cao Jun very careful.

In desperation, the old lady came up with an idea to let Zhen Yao take the banner of Hexi County Taishou and Beizhong Lang General Cao Peng.

Speaking of which, it is really a coincidence, the general of the Cao Army stationed in Longmen Mountain is Gan Ning Gan Xingba, who has just retired from Huo Dashan. Hearing that Cao Peng's family was going to cross the river, Gan Ning was also very surprised, and thought it was Cao Peng's family, so he came to visit. Who knows...... The old lady took out a letter with the big seal of the Hexi County Government on it to prove that she was not Yuan Shao's spy. Gan Ning saw the Hexi seal ribbon on the envelope before he believed it.

Although it is not clear when Cao Peng contacted the Zhen family, thinking of the previous incident in which Su Shuang borrowed Hedong, Gan Ning did not suspect too much. However, he still sent someone to escort the Zhen family to Fuping Ferry, so that they could cross the river safely. Gan Ning is to prevent the Zhen family from having a moth; As everyone knows, this move is in the hands of the Zhen family. So much so that many retainers believe that Zhen Mi and Cao Peng must have a very close and special relationship.

"Are you too guarded?"

The doorman of Hongshui County showed a puzzled look.

At this moment, Cao Peng stepped forward with someone, stretched out his hand and said, "Bring that road and let me take a look." ”

When the doorman saw it, he hurriedly saluted and handed over the road opened by Gan Ning.

"You guys, are Cao Peng's family members?"

"Exactly!" A retainer said loudly: "My young lady, Nell and the others are too guarded in the inner room, so hurry up and let the road open." ”

Cao Peng's face sank suddenly.

My inner room?

Doesn't that mean it's my wife?

Who is your young lady...... How can you be so shameless?

He opened the guide and glanced at it, his face suddenly became strange.

Zhongshan Wuji County Zhen's?

Cao Peng scratched his head, as if he understood the mystery of this, and couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed.

That's right, Zhen Mi was kidnapped, not at his behest, and it didn't even have anything to do with him. But in any case, Zhen Mi is indeed in Hexi now, in this Hongshui County, and lives in that county. After Cai Yan's mother and daughter came to Hongshui County, Cao Peng was worried that Cai Yan's life was miserable, so he simply let her live in the county house, and followed the pattern of Sikong Mansion and Dianfu to set up two gates, which looked like two houses, but in fact they were divided from the county party......

In order to make it easier to take care of.

If Cai Yan has anything, he can report it quickly; Bu Luan and Guo Huan can also have a person to talk to, which can relieve boredom.

But the problem is, it's not clear.

He has also seen Zhen Mi, who is naked, and he is even more ......

Zhen Mi is still a little frightened when she sees Cao Peng now, and often hides behind Cai Yan. It's not as nervous as it was at the beginning, but it's a little flustered. Similarly, every time Cao Peng sees Zhen Mi, he will also think of the graceful body like mutton fat and white jade**...... Therefore, Cao Peng also tried not to be alone with Zhen Mi.

Now, someone's family has found it!

He scratched his head and put the guide away.

"Let them in."

"Hey, lead us back."

When the retainers saw that Cao Peng confiscated the road, they were immediately anxious.

Along the way, especially after entering Hexi County, this road guide has played a big role, so I dare not lose it.

Cao Peng frowned, and said sharply: "Don't make noise!" Lu Yin, I take it back...... Go into the city. You will be taken to your dwelling, and if you break the law, no one will protect you...... Zishan, find someone to take them to Cai's family's house, just say that it is Miss Zhen's family, don't be lazy. ”

The steps that had just come down from the city couldn't help but be stunned when they heard it.

Immediately, a strange smile appeared on his face, which made Cao Peng's face blush.

Here, Cao Peng did not hesitate, turned on his horse, and left the city gate with the Pang brothers.

Bu Qi stepped forward, looked at the two carriages at the door, and saw Zhen Yao walking over quickly and ordering the retainers to retreat.

"Under Zhen Yao, I don't know ......"

"Third son, please come with me, I'll take you to see Sister Ling."

Bu Qi and Cao Peng were both wearing civilian clothes, so they didn't look unusual.

He didn't want to say more, so he got on his horse and led the way. Zhen Yao, on the other hand, was confused, boarded the carriage, and followed the steps into Hongshui County.

This Hongshui County has not yet been built completely.

However, the pattern of the entire county has begun to take shape, which is clear at a glance.

The county seat is divided into four areas: east, west, south and north, of which the school field is in the west and the market is in the east. The north and south are the households. Hexi County and Hongshui County are connected as a whole and are located in the center of the county. Among them, the county hall is close to the school grounds, while the county hall is close to the market. The main project of the county seat has been completed, but the interior of the city is still under construction.

The streets are very tidy, and some of them are still unfinished.

Sitting in the carriage, Zhen Yao could see the construction scene......

A group of prisoners, dressed as prisoners, carried baskets of gravel and sprinkled them on the road. Then the strong bull, pulling the heavy stones, pressed over and over again on the road, making the ground very smooth. There were no officers watching, and no guards were seen. But the prisoners were extremely serious and showed no signs of laziness.

This Hexi is too guarded, but there are some means!

Zhen Yao secretly said to himself in surprise and nodded again and again.

In fact, this is not the first time he has seen such a scene.

When he first arrived in Hexi, the roads in Hexi County made him feel extremely shocked. Compared with the official road in Hebei, the road in the wild land of Hexi is obviously more prosperous. It is smooth and spacious, and the trees are planted on both sides of the road, making the scenery extremely beautiful. The fast horse galloped on the official road, and there was no need to worry about the smooth flow of the road. The carriage drove on it, and there was little bumpy feeling. Along the way of the big river, there are also planting positions on the river embankment, which are said to be the orders of the Hexi Taishou.

"Why are those slaves so busy, but unguarded?"

At that time, Zhen Yao asked the locals curiously.

"The guests knew at a glance that it was from outside...... We are too obedient to the order, and all slaves can be separated from slaves as civilians as long as they complete a hundred tasks. When the time comes, you can report to the government and settle the industry to open up the wasteland for the common people, and you can get five cents of profits. Each of these roads is divided. Each section of the road is a piece of work, if it is completed quickly, it is completed early, and after a hundred points of work, you can get a civilian body, who wants to be lazy? ”

Similar to the contract system in later generations, it mobilized the enthusiasm of slaves to the greatest extent.

With the increasing number of slaves in Hexi, the process of civilianization must also be accelerated......

Therefore, Cao Peng came up with a method of exchanging work for household registration, encouraging slaves to work in exchange for enough work.

And the slaves have hope, and naturally they are not willing to be lazy.

You must know that every project means that they will be one step closer to the civilians......

There are laws and regulations in Hexi County, where a slave escapes, regardless of the reason, regardless of the killing. At the same time, Cao Peng continued to improve the living conditions of slaves so that they could avoid the difficulties of life. On one side is a butcher's knife, and on the other side is hope...... Most slaves are willing to choose hope over death. After giving sufficient material guarantees, Cao Peng used the method of joint sitting. escaped from one slave, and sat ten people in a row; If you run away, you will sit a hundred people in a row...... Make slaves spy on each other.

"Mother, in my opinion, within ten years of this Hexi, it will definitely pass Zhongshan."

The old lady was a little tired, and after listening to Zhen Yao's words, she also nodded, "This Cao Sanzhang does have some skills. ”

Before I knew it, the car was outside the door of a mansion.

Buqi sent someone to report, and then did not say goodbye to Zhen Yao and the others, and left by himself.

"Mother, that man is so rude."

Shrunk in the arms of the old lady, the raw pink carved jade, quite beautiful little girl, suddenly said to the old lady.

This little girl is Zhen Yao's youngest sister, Zhen Rong.

"Good girl, Hugh is babbling...... That gentleman is a gentleman, quite an official position, and has an extraordinary bearing, not an idler. He can personally lead the way, which is already a great care, how can he say that other people's are not right? This is not Wuji County, nor is it the old house of our Zhen family. In the future, you should be more careful when you speak, don't be underestimated, saying that our family education is not strict. ”

The old lady was gentle, but there was a warning in her words.

Zhen Rong pouted, although he was reluctant, he still nodded, and said softly: "My daughter has written it down!" ”

"Mother!"

Just as everyone was whispering, Zhen Mi ran out of the mansion like a lark. She stood on the steps, saw the old lady and everyone, and couldn't help but tears rippled, and the cry rushed down the steps and threw herself into the old lady's arms.

"My son, but I have suffered you!"

The old lady hugged Zhen Mi and also let out a loud cry of sorrow.

Cai Yan took Ah Mei and walked out of the house. Seeing this scene, a smile appeared on her face and she nodded slightly.

"Here, why is it written Cai Mansion?"

"Mother, this is Sister Cai's home...... Oh, I haven't introduced myself to my mother yet, this is Sister Cai, the daughter of Uncle Cai Yong, Cai Yan and Cai. ”

Cai Yong's daughter?

The old lady was startled, and hurriedly stepped forward to pay a visit.

Although the Zhen family has some status, it is not as famous as Cai Yong after all.

Cai Yan is even more famous for her talent and learning, and she has been known as a talented woman since she was a child, and she can't tolerate the old lady daring to slack off.

I have some doubts in my heart, why does my daughter live in Cai Yan's house?

"Little sister, who is the person who brought us here just now?"

"The one who brought you here?"

Zhen Mi was stunned and looked at the family.

The family Ding hurriedly said: "It's Buzi Mountain Bujun Cheng, come in person." ”

"Huh?"

Zhen Mi was taken aback, "How can Mr. Labor Bu drive?" ”

The person who sent us over was Hexi Juncheng? That is the No. 2 person in Hexi, who holds financial power and is Cao Peng's confidant. I heard that he is still Cao Peng's relative, and his cousin is Cao Peng's favorite concubine...... No wonder, that man didn't have a good face for us. That's why...... However, it doesn't seem right!

Bu Qi is the number two person in Hexi County, so the person who can command him......

Zhen Mi suddenly remembered the scene she saw at the city gate. Buqi seemed to have been instructed by a young man to lead the way.

In the entire Hexi County, there are only ...... people who can command Bu Qi

"Little sister, Cao Gongzi, what does it look like?"

Zhen Mi was stunned, and her face suddenly turned red.

"Which Cao Gongzi is my brother talking about?"

"How many more Cao Gongzi can there be in this Hexi County?"

"Well, there is also Ziwen, the third son of Sikong, who is a student of General Cao, and is also a son of Cao."

"Of course I'm talking about General Cao......"

"General Cao's ......"

Zhen Mi really didn't know how to answer.

In a trance that day, I saw a naked ** man, which was particularly terrifying; Later, due to panic and unsteady mind, I didn't pay attention to his appearance. Later, Cao Peng began to fight for Wuwei, and Zhen Mi rarely saw Cao Peng. Although she has seen it a few times recently, every time, she doesn't dare to look at it squarely, and she is always a little nervous.

What do you want to say?

General Cao seems to be quite powerful, but he is also very ordinary.

It's just that kind of bearing and majesty, impressive......

Zhen Mi didn't know how to answer, and Zhen Yao felt a little bad.

"Little sister, you ...... with General Cao"

"What my brother says, I have nothing to do with General Cao. He treated me with great respect and asked me to help Cao and everyone write the scriptures. ”

As she spoke, Zhen Mi opened a pair of watery and soft eyes, "Brother, why are you asking so much?" ”

It's broken, it seems to have gone wrong!

Zhen Yao's face changed, and he secretly screamed badly.

At the same time, he vaguely guessed the identity of the young general who appeared at the city gate.

How can this be a good thing? My sister has nothing to do with General Cao, doesn't it mean that my family came to Hexi and came presumptuously?

Without the support of General Cao, how could my Zhen family gain a foothold in Hexi!

Zhen Yao's eyes rolled, and he secretly complained in his heart. Things are not what he and the old lady thought, and Cao Sanwen didn't seem to have the idea of beating his sister-in-law. But now that I've come to Hexi, I have to think of an idea. This matter is no longer something that Zhen Yao can decide. Along the way, they were all in the name of Cao Peng's family. Now I know that my sister has nothing to do with Cao Peng, if Cao Peng investigates it, wouldn't it be a big disaster?

On the steps, the old lady and Cai Yan were chatting and laughing.

Zhen Yao frowned, and after thinking for a while, he suddenly said, "Little sister, I'll talk to me about General Cao later." And the current situation in Hexi...... This matter is related to the life and death of our Zhen family in the future. ”

Zhen Mi was stunned and nodded slightly.