In the hall of the Changsun Mansion, all the Changsun family members gathered here, with a hint of gloom on everyone's face.
Looking at the few empty seats around, everyone was in a bad mood.
You must know that in the past, when the family had important matters to discuss, this place would be full and lively, but what about now? There are so many empty seats, and even the atmosphere is no longer lively, but depressing and dull!
It's no wonder that in just a period of time, the third elder, fourth elder, sixth elder, and eighth elder of the Changsun family have had troubles one after another. It's strange that there are so many people.
"Tell me about the news about the third child!" Changsun Wuji spoke first.
"Master, there is no news about the third elder until now. We checked for clues along the way and confirmed that the third elder indeed went to the Qilian Mountains, but disappeared without a trace after entering the Qilian Mountains. However, according to the previous plan, the third elder should have led people to hunt down Luo Zhang, but now Luo Zhang is fine and the third elder is missing, this matter must be related to Luo Zhang!" The second elder reported it first.
"Is it related to Cheng Yaojin?" Changsun Wuji asked again.
"No, according to the information I sent to inquire, Cheng Yaojin set out from Zuowuwei an hour after the third elder entered the Qilian Mountains, heading for the Qilian Mountains. There is no possibility of the two of them encountering each other." The seventh elder reported back.
"Is there anything unusual at Luo Zhang?" Changsun Wuji continued to ask without giving any comments.
"No, Luo Zhang separated from Li Junxian when he returned to Chang'an City and returned home. He hasn't left the house yet. One thing I don't understand is why Luo Zhang went to Qilian Mountain this time. I think the disappearance of the third elder It must be related to what Luo Zhang did on his trip to Qilian Mountain this time!" The fifth elder who had been silent for a long time expressed his doubts.
"What Lao Wu said is right. I haven't investigated why Luo Zhang went to Qilian Mountain this time. There is no news from the Secret Intelligence Department. It seems that this matter is very confidential. Only a few people know about it. Until now, everyone has inquired about it. Not even!" Lao Qi added immediately.
After listening to everyone's words, Changsun Wuji thought about it for half a cup of tea, and then said: "Send people to search Qilian Mountain for me tomorrow. The third child is missing there, and there are two hundred private soldiers missing. It's impossible. There is no trace, even if I dig deep into the ground and turn over the Qilian Mountains, I still have to find the third child! As long as I can find traces of the third child and the private soldiers, everything will be revealed!"
"Yes, Patriarch!" All the elders said with a shock.
Following Changsun Wuji's order, groups of people went deep into the Qilian Mountains the next day to search for traces of the three elders and 200 private soldiers. However, the Qilian Mountains were so big that trying to find them was like finding a needle in a haystack. In addition, Luo Zhang was The traces of the Third Elder's journey were intentionally erased, making it even more difficult to find them.
Li Yifu told Luo Zhang the news as soon as possible, but Luo Zhang didn't pay attention to it. As long as there was no evidence, Changsun Wuji had nothing to do with him.
The next day, Luo Zhang got up early. There was no need to go to court early today. According to the agreement, Luo Zhang was going to take a group of dignitaries and wealthy merchants to his fief Huaqing Pool.
When someone buys a house, it is natural that they have to settle the transaction. Originally, Du Jin could just do this, but unfortunately there is another person who Du Jin cannot afford to accompany him.
After His Majesty learned about this, he was also very interested. He had heard Luo Zhang say how good Huaqing Pool was before, so he naturally wanted to go to the bubble to see if Luo Zhang was lying.
No, Luo Zhang arrived at the palace early in the morning, and then followed His Majesty's motorcade towards Huaqing Pool. Behind His Majesty's motorcade were the dignitaries and wealthy businessmen who had bought houses, who could walk with His Majesty. What a great honor for them!
Along the way, a group of people fought towards Huaqing Pool.
His Majesty's trip naturally attracted the attention of many people, who started talking about where he was going.
When they learned that His Majesty and a group of dignitaries and wealthy businessmen were going to Luo Zhang's fiefdom, Huaqing Pool, they couldn't help but raise their eyebrows and discuss where exactly Huaqing Pool was and how could His Majesty and so many people go there together.
After learning that Huaqing Pool is a hot spring place, many people wanted to go and have a look. However, after knowing the conditions for entering Huaqing Pool, they all laughed bitterly and cursed Luo Zhang for his black heart.
However, only a few people scolded Luo Zhang, and more wealthy businessmen took notice of Huaqing Pool. With money, people hope to have status and be respected.
The emergence of Huaqing Pool has given these wealthy people a platform to a large extent. As long as they spend ten thousand taels of silver, they can get an opportunity to get close to dignitaries. In the eyes of these people, it is worth it!
This makes them feel like they are members of the upper class, no longer the lowest businessmen.
You must know that scholars, farmers, industry and commerce, businessmen have the lowest status in society, even farmers have a higher status than you. This is also caused by the social background of the Tang Dynasty.
Luo Zhang did not expect that His Majesty's visit to Huaqing Pool would attract so many people's attention. Many businessmen even spent 10,000 taels of silver to purchase the qualifications to go to Huaqing Pool.
If he knew, Luo Zhang would probably wake up from his dream with laughter, and would even keep encouraging His Majesty to go to the hot springs if nothing happened. This is a living advertisement, a weather vane, and a hot spring that even His Majesty goes to. What are you waiting for?
When everyone came to Huaqing Pool, they were immediately shocked by the architectural layout of Huaqing Pool.
The beautiful houses with unique shapes and the fairyland-like Huaqing Pool all speak of the nobility and uniqueness of this place.
The task of delivering the house is naturally left to Du Jin. Luo Zhang's task is to accompany His Majesty. This is his biggest backer and biggest financial backer. As long as he serves His Majesty well, there is no need to worry about not being prosperous.
Sometimes Luo Zhangdu feels that he is a bit like He Shen of the later Qing Dynasty. Of course, He Shen does not have the same ability as him, that is, he is a corrupt official who just flatters his Majesty!
Ahem, Luo Zhang is not that bad either!
Your Majesty is not just here alone this time. There are many concubines, princesses, princes, etc. who are following Your Majesty.
Luo Zhang was not too worried about the arrival of so many royal families at once.
As he told His Majesty, he has built a gorgeous palace for Your Majesty in Huaqing Pool, which is fully capable of handling these royal families.
You must know that Luo Zhang asked the master craftsman to build it according to the palace buildings in order to satisfy His Majesty. It can even be said that it is not too much to serve as a palace for His Majesty.
Luo Zhang had nothing to do. Wasn't this all preparation for fear that His Majesty would take back this place or even occupy it? Otherwise, he would build some houses and sell them just to prevent His Majesty from opening the door.
No matter how domineering you are, you can't take back all the houses of your courtiers, and you can't occupy the entire Huaqing Pool.
Of course, Your Majesty can do this, but it will be criticized by others. His Majesty's face-saving character is determined not to do such a thing. This is the appropriate method that Luo Mou figured out after so long.
After running around and arranging for a while, Luo Zhang finally made arrangements for the royal family. Before they could take a break, Eunuch Huang called Luo Zhang and said that His Majesty had invited them.
Well, it's impossible to rest. How can I let His Majesty wait for me?
When Luo Zhang arrived at the hot spring pool where His Majesty was, Li Shimin had already put on his clothes and was enjoying the massage from the maid. Judging from his expression of enjoyment, he seemed to be very satisfied with the services. Seeing this, Luo Zhang felt relieved. Come down.
"I, Luo Zhang, have met your Majesty. I wonder what your Majesty wants from you?" Luo Zhang took two steps forward and came to his Majesty and saluted.
Li Shimin didn't even open his eyes, he waved his hand and said, "Okay, there's no one here, who are you showing this to?"
Luo Zhang straightened up with a smile and said, "Your Majesty, how do you feel about this place?"
"Well, it's good. A dip in this hot spring really makes me feel healthy. You didn't lie to me!" Li Shimin said with satisfaction.
"As long as your majesty is satisfied. This palace was specially built for your majesty by Wei Chen. It is located at the spring and is the best location in the entire Huaqing Pool. From now on, your majesty can come here to relax and unwind when you have nothing to do." Luo Zhangmei said with a smile.
"You kid are doing all this all day long. If you focus on building the ship, I will save my worries!" Li Shimin opened his eyes and glared at Luo Zhang.
"Your Majesty has wronged me. I haven't missed a single day about shipbuilding. If you don't believe me, you can go to the Shipyard Department and have a look. He's so busy!" Luo Zhang boasted.
"Okay, don't brag to me." Li Shimin mocked Luo Zhang and got up.
"You all go down first." Li Shimin sat upright and backed away.
Luo Zhang blinked, and he knew that it was impossible for His Majesty to talk so much nonsense when he called him. There must be something going on. Look, it's happening now.
