Cao Ang set out from Yecheng and headed north.
First, they took the road to Handan of Zhao State, then headed northeast, turned back to Quliang County, which is part of this county, and came to the junction of Wei County and Julu County.
Because Cao Ang led the army at high speed in order to rush for time, it took Cao Ang only four days and one early morning to travel from Yecheng to Quliang, which was nearly 140 miles.
At this moment, the county government office in Quliang County.
The county magistrate Zhen Yan, dressed in official uniform, hurried back to the county government office from outside.
After arriving at the hall.
Seeing Cao Ang sitting on the high platform in front of him, and his younger brother Zhen Yao who was chatting with Cao Ang at the side, his eyes flickered a few times.
Then he bowed respectfully to Cao Ang.
"General Cao, I have already ordered you to go down to the treasury. A batch of grain and grass will be brought out later to support the food and consumption of the army you are carrying."
Looking at this middle-aged man who looks somewhat similar to Zhen Yao.
Cao Ang gave him a gentle smile.
Then he nodded happily and said: "Thank you for your hard work, Wen Jin. After all, the journey north is not short. I can only replenish some food and grass in the cities along the way."
"But you don't have to worry. I'm only taking half a day's rest here. I will continue my journey tomorrow morning. It won't consume too much of Quliang County's food reserves."
Hearing Cao Ang directly call him by his cousin.
Zhen Yan couldn't help but secretly feel happy.
Such a title often means that the relationship between the two parties is relatively close, and Cao Ang, as the superior leader of his immediate boss Cao Ren, can call him by his first name. Isn't this a kind of recognition of himself?
certainly.
After feeling a little happy, Zhen Yan quickly responded to Cao Ang's words.
"Quliang County is a county town affiliated with Wei County. It is not a detached and independent place. The general has important military affairs, and the whole county should naturally cooperate with them. How can he be alone?"
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Seeing Zhen Yan's respectful look, his ears listened to his smooth words.
Cao Ang couldn't help but nodded slightly.
This eldest brother-in-law is quite talented. He speaks very pleasantly. He deserves to be a county magistrate at a young age. He is really good at dealing with people.
After casually chatting with Zhen Yan for a few words about the daily government affairs of Quliang County.
Cao Ang immediately invited Zhen Yan to sit aside.
Then he invited all the other irrelevant people out, and waited until there were only a few people left in the hall who were related or worthy of trust.
Only then did Cao Ang's expression change.
Then he asked quite meaningfully: "Wen Jin, I had some discussions with Wen De about the Zhen family becoming an official businessman in Yanzhou."
"There was a certain issue at that time. He said that he needed to come to Quliang County to ask for instructions from your brother. Only after getting your approval can he make a final decision."
"I will be here today. It's better to choose a different day than to hit the sun. I'll listen to your thoughts!"
This question will be asked about Cao Ang.
Zhen Yan was already prepared.
Even in his opinion, if you go from Yecheng to Gaoyi County, it is faster to go through Zhao Guochuan. There is no need to go around Quliang County.
The reason why I spent an extra half day walking this way was probably to let him express his attitude.
So Cao Ang just finished speaking.
Zhen Yan replied without hesitation: "To be honest, general, when Wende came back from Yecheng and told me about this matter, I scolded him severely!"
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"oh?"
"What Wen De said and did was not wrong. Why did Wen Jin do this?"
Cao Ang asked pretending to be confused.
Zhen Yan immediately stood up, bowed her hands towards Cao Ang, then walked back and forth in the hall, shaking her head and sighing.
"Because Wen De doesn't know how to praise!"
"Although my Zhen family has been glorious in the past, the past is the past and the present is the present. Now my Zhen family has been in decline and has long since lost its former glory."
"Even if we have the favors left over from our ancestors, they will eventually be used up. Moreover, even if they are not used up, the life of our Zhen family cannot be said to be that good now."
After briefly explaining the current situation.
Zhen Yan came to Cao Ang again.
He bowed his hands and saluted again.
Then the conversation changed.
In a slightly impassioned tone, he said with great emotion: "And the Zhen family is already in decline, so it cannot provide much help to the general."
"You are still willing to promise us such great wealth and honor. What a show of respect and kindness!"
"However, in the face of some of your reasonable requests, Wen De couldn't respond on the spot. He closed his eyes and ears and couldn't see clearly. Doesn't that mean he doesn't know how to praise you?"
Speaking of which.
Zhen Yan suddenly bowed slightly to Cao Ang.
Then he said categorically: "What the general asked, I can give you a straightforward answer now."
"I would like to move all my sisters to live in Puyang County, East County!"
"Actually, if we don't need to keep some clan members and elders to maintain our Zhen family, due to these friendly exchanges in Jizhou, I would even want to move the entire family to Dongjun!"
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hiss!
Cao Ang blinked his eyes and took a deep breath secretly, with a little surprise on his face.
What a Zhen Yan, what a Zhen Wenjin.
What a wonderful person!
Even someone like Cao Ang who is well-informed, used to seeing all kinds of routines, and knows all kinds of ways to play.
After hearing Zhen Yan's statement, he couldn't help but feel pleased and admired in his heart. Hearing these words really made people feel comfortable.
I can't find anything wrong with it.
No wonder the Zhen family is still able to maintain a certain level of respectability even though it has fallen into decline, and the favors left by their ancestors can still be maintained.
It seems that it is probably the credit of the person in front of me.
Without the support of Zhen Yan, I am afraid that Zhen Yao's slightly immature methods, no matter how high his business talent is, would not be enough to make the Zhen family's business such a prosperous business.
After seeing Zhen Yan's performance.
Cao Ang became more determined with an idea.
That is to tie the Zhen family to the Cao family's chariot and become the most powerful booster for the Cao family as they continue to grow and dominate the world.
Don’t say anything else.
Zhen Yan's talent alone is worth Cao Ang's efforts to win over.
Think of this.
Cao Ang immediately stood up, stretched out his hand to help Zhen Yan up, and then said pleasantly.
"I already know Wen Jin's intentions. Just from his words, I can clearly understand the sincerity of the Zhen family."
"I have something to say here today. As long as the Zhen family never fails, I will always treat you with sincerity!"
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Cao Ang's solemn promise fell into the ears of brothers Zhen Yan and Zhen Yao.
This also made Zhen Yan's face reveal a look of joy that could not be concealed.
The photo he took today can even be called a bit of disgusting flattery.
What for?
Is it just a big business like obtaining the agency rights of a state's official merchants from Cao Ang?
Yes, but not entirely.
The most important thing is that Zhen Yan also wanted to take advantage of the opportunity, using the Zhen family as a bargaining chip, all at once on Cao Ang, and took the initiative to climb onto Cao Ang's chariot.
It is equivalent to him investing in Cao Ang.
This wave is about mutual optimism and investment in each other.
After getting Cao Ang's promise.
Zhen Yan also had a cheerful smile on her face, and immediately went a step further, pretending to be casual and said to Cao Ang.
"General Cao, right now my eldest sister Zhen Jiang happens to be staying at my house with my mother for a few days. If it's convenient for you, why don't you take some time to meet her?"
The five sisters of the Zhen family.
Except for the youngest Zhen Mi.
The rest are named Jiang, Tuo, Dao and Rong respectively. This Zhen Jiang is the eldest sister of Zhen Yan and the eldest sister of Zhen Yao.
Although Cao Ang is most interested in his younger sister Zhen Mi, this does not mean that he has no interest in the other four sisters.
It's just that one is interested and the other is more interested. After all, Cao Ang is a philanthropic person.
So he nodded happily.
"If it's troublesome, then there's no need."
After getting the letter of approval.
Zhen Yan immediately waved to his brother with a smile, and then said urgently.
"Wende, go and ask your sister to come!"
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After getting the order from my brother.
Zhen Yao bowed slightly to Cao Ang, then quickly walked out of the hall and headed towards the backyard of the mansion.
A gap between the corridors and courtyards.
Zhen Yao thought about what his brother had said to General Cao Ang before, and couldn't help but smile bitterly and shake his head.
When he returned to Quliang County from Yecheng, he was indeed severely criticized by his brother.
But the content of the criticism is not as full of flattery as what is said today.
Rather, it was a matter of earnest instruction.
Zhen Yao still remembers every word of his brother's words clearly and does not dare to forget them at all.
"Brother, Cao Zixiu asked our Zhen family to send important members of the clan to live in Puyang County. Anyone with a discerning eye can see the purpose. He just wants to use people as hostages to ensure that we can be trusted."
"And you have agreed to all the previous conditions, but you hesitate on this last point. In the eyes of others, doesn't this mean that you are unwilling to be loyal?"
"As the saying goes, a person who travels a hundred miles is half a mile. If it were someone with a narrow mind, it is very likely that you would choose to give up cooperating with our Zhen family because of your attitude of needing consideration."
"Even if you feel that you need to interfere with me when it involves the clan members, you can agree to it in vague terms first, and then come back to discuss it with me."
This is what Zhen Yan taught Zhen Yao, some very useful principles related to interpersonal relationships and attitude in dealing with things.
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Cao Ang and Zhen Yan were chatting and laughing in the hall while waiting for Zhen Yao to invite the people.
Not long after.
Then I heard a burst of scattered footsteps outside the hall, and then I saw Zhen Yao leading the way, followed by a slim and beautiful woman, who must be the eldest of the five sisters, Zhen Jiang.
And behind the two siblings.
Also following was a little girl who looked to be only seven or eight years old. She was an extremely cute little girl who was following Zhen Jiang step by step.
"Ajan, this is the hero of the world that I told you before, General Cao Ang and Cao Zixiu. Why don't you come over and salute!"
Following Zhen Yan’s instructions.
Zhen Jiang immediately took small steps to stand in front of Cao Ang, and then bowed to Cao Ang with extremely supple movements.
"I'm here to see the general!"
The voice was also extremely soft, and between each word, it seemed as if warm water was flowing out, washing Cao Ang's ears severely.
See this situation.
Cao Ang stood up immediately.
Then he put his hands in vain, with a smile on his face, and said politely: "Girl, please get up quickly, there is no need to give such a big gift!"
After Zhen Jiang got up.
The two were already standing face to face.
From a not too far distance, Cao Ang couldn't help but look up and down, admiring Zhen Jiang's appearance and figure, and then couldn't help but nod his head in small movements.
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Because it is still early spring.
The weather hasn't warmed up yet.
Therefore, as a daughter, Zhen Jiang still wore a peach-pink long dark coat, plus a light red blouse on the outside, covering everything from her neck to her ankles.
But precisely because it fit close to the skin and was tightly restrained by a belt, the dark clothes highlighted Zhen Jiang's figure to the fullest.
The azure jade bowl has soft curves and graceful curvature, which can be described as just the right amount of roundness and delicateness.
Golden Autumn Red Honey is plump, juicy, surprisingly sweet, and has all the good qualities of a ripe peach.
The slender and full waist, the tall and slender figure, and the delicate ankles and feet hidden in the hem of the skirt.
It doesn't look exaggerated, and no one item is particularly outstanding, but when combined together, they form a perfect woman.
Just right.
This is a word that suddenly came to Cao Ang's mind after his initial observation.
It's really a bit too harmonious.
And as Cao Ang's eyes moved upward.
It can be seen that the oval face is round and white, full of purity, with two graceful and comfortable eyebrow peaks, and the eyes are full of classical gentle charm like a phoenix, and are as gentle and soft as jade.
The tip of her nose, which is shaped like a drop of water, has a dignified and delicate beauty. Paired with the clear lip line and the lightly colored lips, it has a ladylike feel.
Tsk!
Cao Ang had to admire secretly in his heart.
This is the most dignified woman he has ever seen since he came to this era.
More than anyone else, she looks like a noble girl from a noble family.
Although the Zhen family is no longer ranked among the best in the world, the temperament of Zhen Jiang really made Cao Ang vaguely have this illusion.
He didn't expect that besides Zhen Mi, there would be such a strange woman in the Zhen family, which really opened his eyes.
The girl who was originally just a messenger was instantly upgraded to the character of a true master with Cao Ang.
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Seemingly meticulous observation.
It actually took less than a few seconds.
Therefore, the atmosphere in the hall did not cool down. Except for Zhen Jiang, whose face was slightly rosy because he sensed Cao Ang's admiring gaze, everyone else was still smiling.
"General Cao, don't stand and talk. Come and sit down with Ajaan!"
Following Zhen Yan’s greeting.
Cao Ang nodded happily.
But just as he and Zhen Jiang were about to take their seats, they discovered that the little girl who had followed in earlier was still holding on to Zhen Jiang's clothes.
There was a stubborn expression on his face.
She had a tendency to follow wherever Zhen Jiang went.
See this situation.
Cao Ang couldn't help but feel curious.
"Miss Zhen Jiang, I wonder who this is..."
"Reporting to the general, this is my little sister. The general can call her Ami."
"Because I am the youngest, I am quite favored in the family. When I heard that I was coming here, I kept clamoring to follow me. I had no choice but to let her come with me."
Listen to Zhen Jiang's narration.
Cao Ang couldn't help but be shocked.
It turns out that this little girl is Zhen Mi, Zhen Ji, who is as graceful and charming as the Goddess of Luo.
wipe!
I almost missed the true God!
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The fish and geese are sinking, the moon is closed and the flowers are shy, the beauty of the country is fragrant, the country is beautiful and the city is beautiful...
None of the above.
After all, an eight-year-old girl can see that the beauty of the country, the beauty of the country, the beauty of the country, and the beauty of the city are pure fun.
Cao Ang just thought this little girl was cute.
There are two double buns on the left and right sides of her head, and then her long black hair hangs straight down to her waist. She is wearing a special and elegant little skirt.
But perhaps it came from the care of the elders, so a small jacket was added outside.
His skin was snow-white and tender, and his eyes were bright and shiny. At this moment, he was staring at Cao Ang with some confusion, blinking his eyes brightly.
From this small face, you can see many clues of a beautiful woman.
After looking at it for a few seconds, Cao Ang gently pinched Zhen Mi's little face.
She praised with a smile: "What a cute little girl, I feel like I'm meeting my own sister."
Cao Ang's actions were naturally full of kindness.
But what he didn't expect was.
Zhen Mi, who had just raised her head and looked at him quietly, suddenly pouted her mouth, as if there was an oil bottle hanging on the corner of her mouth.
The cheeks on both sides are even more bulging.
It was obviously full of gas.
"Mother said you can't touch a lady's face casually. This is quite rude!"
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"Ah Mi, don't be rude!"
Zhen Yan was afraid that Cao Ang would be unhappy because of his sister's childlike remarks, so he couldn't help but show his brother's dignity and scolded Zhen Mi.
Little Ah Mi was immediately startled.
The small face suddenly wrinkled together, the eye circles turned red in an instant, and he looked like he would cry out of grievance if he disagreed with her.
Saw this situation.
Cao Ang quickly waved his hand to Zhen Yan.
Then he knelt down in front of Zhen Mi, then bowed his hands to the little girl, and said with sincerity in his words.
"When I first came here, I didn't know that Mi was a lady, so I offended her a lot. Now that I know, I apologize to you. I wonder if a lady would be willing to forgive me for once?"
Hearing Cao Ang give in like this.
Zhen Mi, who was still on the verge of tears, suddenly became happy.
After all, in the past at home, although her mother, brother and sisters doted on her very much, they treated her as a child.
Only the brother in front of her was communicating with her in a serious manner, which naturally made her very happy.
"My mother also said that as a lady, you should be tolerant and tolerant. Since you have said so, then I will forgive you!"
In conjunction with that proud posture with arms akimbo.
It is full of lovely meaning.
Cao Ang couldn't help but laugh.
…
After such an interesting episode happened.
The atmosphere between Cao Ang and the Zhen family brothers and sisters has become more harmonious.
What surprised Cao Ang even more.
Zhen Mi, who originally only stuck to her sister Zhen Jiang, would now wander around her from time to time, and would even take the initiative to talk to him.
Intimacy is greatly enhanced.
After chatting with each other for a few words.
Zhen Yan asked Zhen Jiang to take Cao Ang to the courtyard and landscape of the mansion to relax and have a rest.
He stayed in the hall with his brother.
It's been a while.
Zhen Yan looked around to make sure no one was listening, and then suddenly spoke to Zhen Yao.
"Wende, according to the information I have inquired about, General Cao is not married yet, and the position of his wife is still vacant. What do you think we should try our best to bring Ajaan and General Cao together?"
At first hearing.
Zhen Yao was suddenly shocked.
But when he quickly woke up, he felt that it was quite feasible, so he couldn't help but move his seat next to his brother, and then asked in a low voice.
"Brother, are you planning to get married?"
Zhen Yan immediately nodded happily.
"I won't hide it from you, brother. In fact, General Cao asked us to send our clan members to live in Puyang County. I can choose a few clan elders from the clan, or young people from other clans."
"But in the end, I still chose to send Ajaan and the others away. In fact, I had this in mind. No matter which one of our sisters General Cao falls in love with, it will be beneficial and not harmful at all. thing."
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Speaking of which.
Maybe he was afraid that his brother wouldn't understand.
Zhen Yan explained in more detail: "Although now we have boarded the ship of General Cao, and then boarded the behemoth of the Cao family."
"But in the final analysis, we just relied on our business skills and our weak network of people in Jizhou to gain a little respect."
"If one day we are no longer useful, then subjects like us can just throw them away without any loss. Even because we have made enough money, we have aroused taboos from above. This is by no means impossible. Things."
"But if we can make the relationship go further, and our Zhen family can establish a family relationship with General Cao, then we will truly have peace of mind!"
Zhen Yao was stunned now.
He was really shocked by his brother's foresight and foresight.
But after reacting.
Zhen Yao said again and again quite excitedly.
"Brother, I think this is feasible. None of the eldest sister and the younger sisters are naturally beautiful. No matter how high-minded General Cao is, he won't be able to look down on all of them."
"Although our Zhen family has declined, we still have some foundation here. Our Zhen family's daughter becoming General Cao's wife will definitely not be considered an insult to him!"
"When the eldest sister comes back later, let's give her some peace of mind in advance and let her make some efforts after taking her sisters to Puyang County."
"I think it will definitely work!"
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The brothers made plans directly.
This matter was discussed in great detail.
Of course, the most important step is for the Zhen family sisters to perform the operation in person.
It's just that the two brothers Zhen Yan and Zhen Yao would never have thought that Cao Ang's appetite was not just for a daughter of the Zhen family.
He wants them all!
This has been his consistent code of conduct since he came to this era.
I have never changed because of anyone or anything. This is me, Cao Ang, Cao Zixiu.
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After a short stay in Quliang County for one night.
The next day, Cao Ang led the army and continued northward, but before leaving, he gave a special warning.
He asked Zhen Jiang and the other sisters to wait for him in Yecheng instead of going to Puyang County.
He had other plans.
And such additional instructions greatly increased the confidence of the two Zhen brothers.
It was determined that Cao Ang must have favored their sisters and had other ideas.
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(End of chapter)
