He Yilong said eagerly: "My lord, if Lin Dan Khan comes again, let us be the first to go up and beat him." This time, we're going to have to beat them all up. If they let them escape, we won't see anyone again. ”

Xu Xingxia looked at his expression and asked a little strangely, "Do you have a grudge against Lin Dan Khan?" ”

He Yilong's face was full of grief and indignation, and he said excitedly: "We have a grudge against Lin Danhan's father. Back then, his father once sent cavalry south to Yansui Town to attack us. The father's debt is repaid, and there is nothing wrong with us going to Lin Dan Khan. ”

As soon as he said this, the surrounding Wang Ziyong, Wang Jiayin, and several other squadron leaders also cursed. The objects of their curses are all Lin Dan Khan. It turned out that in the Laozi era of Lin Dan Khan, the Mongolian cavalry once went south to Yansui Town. The result is naturally conceivable, and of course Yansui Town has suffered heavy losses. He Yilong's ancestors, and the ancestors of many of the officers present, had suffered at the hands of the Mongols.

Seeing the excitement of the Qing cavalry army, Xu Xingxia said categorically: "Originally, I was going to let Gao Jie play the striker, but now that Gao Jie is not here, you will play the striker!" I hope you will be victorious and teach Lin Dan Khan a good lesson! ”

Gao Yingxiang was immediately overjoyed, and said continuously: "Thank you, thank you, thank you!" ”

The heart he was hanging on finally let go. With Xu Xingxia's guarantee, the exploits of the Qing cavalry army will definitely not be able to escape. When the time comes, it will be the turn of the Qing cavalry to perform well. Lin Dan Khan, you wait to die! In other words, if he can't grab the task of this striker, it will be a little difficult for him to explain it after he goes back. There is no way, the military households in Yansui Town all hope to make a reputation for the Qingcai Army in the fierce battle.

Xu Xingxia was secretly funny. It seems that all of his subordinates are militants. Not only militants, but also strong rebels. With such a group of people, he fought in the east and west, and fought in the south and north, and the future will definitely be more exciting. Perhaps, one day, the flag of the White Coats will be planted on European soil?

…… As soon as Xu Xingxia returned to Ningxia City, he received a report that Mrs. Lin had sent an invitation. He picked up the invitation, glanced at it casually, and found that it was really an invitation from Zizhuyuan. The design of the invitation is still simple and elegant, with a fresh and refined taste, which is very commensurate with the style of Zizhuyuan. On the surface of the invitation was his Xu Xingxia name. The inscription inside is Mrs. Lin's name. Xu Xingxia knew Mrs. Lin's name for the first time, and it turned out that her name was Chu Qingyun. The name is quite nice, not as high as herself.

"Mrs. Lin? Banquet? However, Xu Xingxia soon felt a little strange. Zizhuyuan actually sent an invitation at this time, it doesn't seem right! Isn't Mrs. Lin busy with business? The sales of glass and white marble porcelain should be very busy. She seems to be planning to open a private school for girls, how can she still have time to hold a banquet? Besides, what is the purpose of the banquet? Is it to connect with yourself?

Seriously, Xu Xingxia really didn't expect this stubble. He knew that Mrs. Lin's heart would definitely look down on him. It was only because of the situation that she had to cooperate with herself. Maybe she has some special feelings about herself for some reason, but it will definitely not affect her overall impression of herself.

It is impossible for her to hold a banquet for no reason to enhance her relationship with herself, unless she is ready to marry her daughter to herself...... No way? In other words, Lin Feirong doesn't seem to have much affection for herself, and she doesn't seem to be very interested in her. Unless it is because of the need for a bond of interest, Mrs. Lin will sacrifice her daughter. Is this really the reason? That seems to be something to consider...... "Got it." Xu Xingxia said casually.

Xu Xingxia thought about it, called the person who received the invitation again, and asked in detail. The time for the banquet is tomorrow evening. It is said that the participants are all from some businesses from other places. Xu Xingxia pondered for a while while with the invitation, and then realized that he had misunderstood. It seems that the target of this banquet is him Xu Xingxia himself, not anything else. It is even more impossible to marry a daughter.

Even, Xu Xingxia could vaguely guess that this banquet may not be held by the Lin family on its own initiative, but at the request of some people, but by the Lin family who came forward to invite guests and was responsible for hosting it. The ones who really pay for the banquet are most likely those merchants who come from other places. As for their purpose, it is naturally self-evident. What other purpose can there be than wanting to do business with the White Army? Xu Xingxia had no interest in their daughter.

It is said that merchants are the most savvy, which is definitely not a lie. The current white-clothed army is powerful, and it is completely different from the rebels in history. Judging from the current situation, it seems that it is quite difficult for the imperial court to suppress the white-clothed army. Even, if you annoy the white-clothed army, there is a danger of losing the country. Anyone with a discerning eye can see that unless the imperial court carries out drastic reforms and rejuvenates itself, it is impossible to eliminate the white-clothed army.

In this context, sending some inconspicuous personnel to contact the white-clothed army in advance is also to prepare for future changes. In case the white-clothed army really swept the world in the future, and the south was respected, they would not be caught off guard. I have to say that their ability to step on two boats, or to step on several boats, is really too strong.

For the white army, it is natural to welcome the arrival of these businesses. No matter what kind of system or what kind of society, it is impossible to lack the existence of commodity trade. With the high development of society, the various taxes generated in the process of commercial circulation will become one of the most important sources of national revenue, and finally completely exceed the agricultural tax. Therefore, it does not hurt for Xu Xingxia to come forward and establish a good relationship with those businesses.

"My lord, Miss Lin is here." Put the invitation away, and Xu Xingxia began to get busy. He went to the Black Mountain camp for a few days, and there was a lot of backlog of documents on his desk, all of which needed to be approved. Who knows, when he was processing the documents, he suddenly received a report that Lin Feirong actually came in person. It is said that it is still for the invitation.

"Huh? Invitations? "Xu Xingxia is so strange. Hasn't the invitation from the Lin family been delivered? Why does Lin Feirong have to run in person? Is it to show your sincerity? Or is there another purpose? Or is it this banquet, there is another inside story, Lin Feirong wants to tell herself in advance? He felt that this banquet seemed to be getting more and more weird.

"Please let her in." Xu Xingxia put down the documents on the desk and nodded.

Lin Feirong soon came in. Today, she is dressed up in a proper manner, there is nothing out of the ordinary, but there is nothing special about her. It felt like it was in your own home, simple, casual, and comfortable. However, this kind of homely dress gave her a little more good impression in Xu Xingxia's mind.

After Lin Feirong saluted, she said bluntly: "Elder Commissioner, tomorrow's banquet is actually not something that our Lin family is going to hold. It was someone else who invited our Lin family to hold it. They are all businessmen from other places. Their purpose is to see you at the banquet. There may be some questions that they want to get their own answers from you. ”

Xu Xingxia said with a smile: "I have already guessed. Who are they? ”

Lin Feirong breathed a sigh of relief. This is a very special situation, which cannot be reflected in the invitation. She had to make it clear to Xu Xingxia in person, so as not to believe the misunderstanding at that time. The current Lin family can't withstand Xu Xingxia's misunderstanding. If Xu Xingxia found out that she had been deceived and angered the Lin family in a fit of anger, her mother and daughter would be finished. Fortunately, Xu Xingxia had no intention of pursuing it, so she was completely relieved. She explained eloquently: "They are all merchants in Shuzhong, Yunnan, Huguang, Guizhou, and Lingnan. ”

Xu Xingxia asked meaningfully: "None from the southeast half?" ”

Lin Feirong seemed to understand what Xu Xingxia meant, and said with some regret: "There is no one." ”

Xu Xingxia nodded, indicating that he understood. Don't look at this small banquet, there may only be a dozen or so foreign merchants who come, and they are not a weighty person, but the meaning contained in this is too complicated. This has already involved the struggle between the various business circles within the Ming Dynasty, and the basic attitude towards the white army between the various business circles. Of course, it also involves the most basic views of various business district leaders on Xu Xingxia.

To say that the business circle within the Ming Dynasty is indeed more complicated, and it is difficult to explain clearly in three words. It seems that Jin merchants, Hui merchants, Zhejiang merchants and the like are not actually business districts, but can only be regarded as a collective, or an organization such as mutual aid cooperatives. The real business district is divided according to the huge geographical area. They control both the origin of raw materials and the market where goods are sold. A business district may include the territory of several provinces.

Behind the business circle, in fact, is the political circle. For a long time, the southeast half of the wall is known for its large number of scholars, and the probability of their imperial examinations is very high, and the opportunities for them to become officials are also the most, so they occupy the most official positions and develop the largest business circle. The entire southeast half of the wall almost includes Nanzhili, Zhejiang, Fujian, Jiangxi and other places. It can be said that this business district is the most developed existence within the Ming Dynasty, and the wealth created every year is innumerable.

The other political circle is the banks of the Yellow River. Including North Zhili, Shandong, Henan, Shanxi area. The number of officials produced in these areas is not as large as that of the southeast half, and the business districts they support the development of are naturally not as strong as those in the southeast half. However, they also have good strength after all, and it is no problem at all to be in second place.

There is also a political circle, which is commonly known as the Southwest Circle. Including Sichuan, Yunnan, Huguang, Guizhou, Guangxi, Guangdong and other regions, as well as part of Jiangxi. In this part of the area, the number of scholars is not very large, the number of jinshi is not much, and even fewer can hold official positions. Without the support of officials, the business districts in these areas are naturally not very strong and can only be ranked last. Due to its weak strength, it is inevitable that it will be squeezed out by other business districts from time to time.

In general, the business district in the southeast half is definitely the strongest. They control more than half of the raw materials and goods. The banks of the Yellow River have always tried to suppress the southeastern half of the wall, but have repeatedly failed to do so. In fact, due to climatic and geographical reasons, the Beizhili business district has always been not very climatic. In fact, the products of the north are not particularly rich. This business district is also more dependent on the Grand Canal. Restrictions in all aspects have led to the southeastern half of the wall standing alone.

Lin Feirong said later: "The chairman will definitely be here tomorrow, right?" ”

Xu Xingxia nodded and said affirmatively: "Don't worry, I will definitely be there." ”

Lin Feirong was relieved. To be honest, at tomorrow's banquet, Xu Xingxia is the real protagonist, and the mother and daughter of the Lin family are actually the organizers of the foil. Those merchants actually came for Xu Xingxia. If Xu Xingxia doesn't appear, the Lin family will lose a lot of face. On the contrary, if Xu Xingxia appears, the Lin family's face will increase a lot. After all, not everyone can invite Xu Xingxia to be a guest.

Xu Xingxia agreed so decisively, of course, to promote his influence. Resting on one's laurels and closing off the country is definitely not what Xu Xingxia wants to see. Li Hongxin can come to Shaanxi and Gansu from Lingnan, and other businesses may not be the object of cooperation. Perhaps, when we talk, we can stumble upon hidden business opportunities. Even if there are no business opportunities, it is beneficial to use the knowledge of later generations to wake them up a few words.

Lin Feirong suddenly said, "I don't know what adults usually like to eat?" ”

Xu Xingxia said casually: "Whatever." I don't have any requirements for a diet. ”

Lin Feirong said with a little hesitation: "My mother said, and I also ask the adults to give advice, she prepared early." After all, the adults have taken care of our Lin family so much, we can't repay it, and it is also appropriate to work this detail, and it also seems that our two families are close. ”

Xu Xingxia thought for a while and said casually: "Your mother? Intimate? That...... Let's get some kidney flowers. ”

As soon as the words came out, he felt that something was wrong. Because, at that time, the impression that the waist flower gave everyone seemed to be used for aphrodisiac. If a man's kidney is lost, that aspect is not good, so he needs to buy some waist flowers to make up. Ordinary people, when buying waist flowers, are sparkling, and they don't feel very embarrassed. In the past few days, in order to accept the dedication of those female slaves, he has spared no effort, and occasionally he feels a little soreness in his lower back, which is inadvertently revealed.

Sure enough, Lin Feirong's cheeks were slightly red. What is the waist flower used for, she has naturally heard of it. After all, she is a girl who has not left the cabinet, and when she heard Xu Xingxia say this, she was naturally a little ashamed. In addition to being ashamed, he was a little angry. This damn Xu Xingxia actually wants such a dish. In other people's homes, just the mother and daughter, don't you want such a dish to make our mother and daughter look good? It's just that she made this request, Xu Xingxia answered, and she couldn't say no, so she had to whisper: "Oh, I know." ”

(To be continued)