"Mr. Yang, I heard that you are also going to Guiling. I wonder if you can..."
Guiling is the capital of Guinan and the destination of Lin Bai's trip.
After everyone in the caravan learned about it, they obviously wanted to go on the road together.
Lin Bai has so many escorts accompanying him. If they can go on the road together, it will undoubtedly be a guarantee for them.
"OK!"
Lin Bai generously agreed.
We have entered Guinan and are not far away. Moving forward with the caravan is just a little slower.
"Thank you, Mr. Yang!"
All the businessmen were overjoyed.
Lin Bai took the opportunity to chat with these businessmen. These people were involved in any business, because the climate in Guinan was suitable, the weather was like spring all year round, and the products were extremely rich.
Things like tea and wood are extremely popular in the interior.
"But it's a pity that these Yi people are a bit xenophobic and very unfriendly to inland merchants..."
Tong Dahai said with some regret.
"Huh! I can't live with myself. I'm guarding a golden mountain, but my life is miserable. Haha."
"Who says it's not the case? Bandits are still rampant now. In the future, merchants from the interior will no longer come. Let's see what they will do."
Many businessmen are a little angry.
As speculated, the appearance of these bandits can easily be regarded as an intentional act by the Yi tribe.
Lin Bai asked: "Is life in the southwest very difficult?"
Although I saw something on the road, it was my first time and I didn’t understand it.
"That's not the case!"
Tong Dahai said, "But it's all self-inflicted. There are often conflicts between the Yi tribes, and conflicts will break out from time to time. How can life be easy? They are extremely xenophobic. Only a few are better off than those who are pro-imperial..."
There are many Yi people in the southwest, and some of them are close to the imperial court. The Dong people were originally considered to be better off.
It is for this reason that the caravan's route will be chosen this way.
Only this time there was an accident.
After all, this place is relatively close to the inland, and the influence of the imperial court is still there, but as you go southwest, it becomes weaker and weaker.
"Actually, these are all disputes over small interests. As long as we are not xenophobic, treat inland businessmen well, and cooperate with businessmen, we can live a very comfortable life."
"Alas! The superiors don't pay attention, and the barbarian tribes also think that we have stolen their profits."
"..."
The businessmen shook their heads. To put it bluntly, the status of businessmen in this era was too low.
Not taken seriously by the superiors, they are also despised by the world, who think they are vampires.
It is normal for businessmen to pursue profits, but there is no doubt about its great role.
The reason why the southwest is in chaos is, in the final analysis, because of poverty. The so-called poor mountains and harsh waters breed unruly people.
As long as this problem is solved, everything will be fine.
Although there are many Yi tribes here, their individual strength is not very strong. It is unrealistic to oppose the imperial court. They can only form a group. It is precisely because of this that Lao Zhu is prepared to use force.
But now it seems that maybe it can be solved in another way?
Lin Bai was thoughtful.
After that, he chatted with these people again. The Southwest he learned from these people was very different from the Southwest he learned from the officials.
For businessmen, this is a treasure land with rich products.
But in the eyes of the high officials in the imperial court, this was a mess that was too difficult to clean up.
Neither side is wrong, just the perspective is different.
…
at the same time.
In Guiling, inside the Admiral's Yamen, Jiang Hailiu has a tall figure and a slightly gloomy face.
There were too many things going on in the southwest during this period. Prince Ning's palace rebelled, which directly caused a big earthquake here, and countless generals were affected.
Although he is okay for the time being, it is hard to say what will happen later.
Because Lin Qingfeng is here.
Although he is far away in the southwest, he has heard about this popular fried chicken, which is the most popular dish in the court today.
The most important thing is that he heard some bad news about himself.
"Admiral, Lin Qingfeng has entered Guinan and will arrive in two days."
At this time, a soldier came to report.
Jiang Hailiu's face became more and more gloomy, "It came so fast!"
Next to him was an elegant middle-aged military advisor, Xu Yihong, who said: "First it was Commander Silver Dragon, then Zhao Qianjun, and now it's Lin Qingfeng."
"It seems that His Majesty is determined. To find out this matter clearly, we must make preparations in advance."
Jiang Hailiu snorted, "So what about Lin Qingfeng, this is the southwest, it's not his decision."
Xu Yihong said: "That's natural!"
"It's just that, after all, he is a person sent by the imperial court, so it's not good on the surface."
Jiang Hailiu remained silent because he knew what the other party said was right.
With such a big incident happening in Prince Ning's Mansion, the higher-ups were determined. Although the Feilong Guards were arresting minor characters for the time being, after that...
"Let the people below restrain themselves during this time, and also wipe their butts clean."
"yes!"
Xu Yihong said.
Then he paused and then said: "I always feel that something is wrong with this matter. The higher-ups sent so many people down just to investigate the case? Are there other purposes?"
Jiang Hailiu was stunned for a moment, "Other purposes?"
Indeed, if it is just to investigate the case, the Feilong Guard is actually enough. As one of the four commanders, what case cannot be investigated?
If the military is involved, for fear of causing a mutiny in the military, it would make sense to bring in Zhao Qianjun.
However, Lin Qingfeng is also here. Is this too exaggerated?
Jiang Hailiu was also a little suspicious and asked, "Is there any news from the governor's Yamen?"
Xu Yihong shook his head and said: "I haven't heard of it!"
"However, I always feel that Commander Silver Dragon and Zhao Qianjun are just paving the way for Lin Qingfeng. His Majesty may have a big plan."
Jiang Hailiu said disapprovingly: "The southwest is so poor that there can be any big plans unless..."
He seemed to have thought of something, and a look of astonishment appeared in his eyes.
Two days later.
Outside Guiling City, a mighty motorcade has arrived.
Lin Bai couldn't help but stretch his waist, it was finally here!
If he doesn't come, he will almost fall apart, and Zhuiyue will also be tortured to death.
But don't mention it, after being tormented by my uncle, Zhuiyue became more and more beautiful, like a ripe peach, her pretty face was white and rosy, and her figure seemed to be a lot plumper.
The talented man looked at it and felt a little ready to make a move.
Zhui Yue clearly noticed something and her pretty face turned red.
At this time, Tong Dahai and others came over, "Mr. Yang, thank you for taking care of me all the way."
Lin Bai smiled and said: "It doesn't matter, in fact, my wife is also a businessman."
Several people were a little surprised. They had long seen that Lin Bai's identity was not simple. He must be a high official. Even if a high official was doing business, he was still a secret businessman. They would never openly admit that his wife was a businessman.
Lin Bai didn't explain, and just said: "Where will you stay? I may ask you for help with some things in the future, don't worry! It's a good thing."
"Of course, if you encounter any problems, you can also ask me for help."
Lin Bai's status was obviously not ordinary. The group of people dared to neglect him, and it was too late to flatter him.
They immediately exchanged their destinations and left.
After seeing everyone off, Lin Bai looked up at the city in front of him and said, "Let's go! Zhuiyue, quickly resolve this mess. Let's go back and get married."
Zhuiyue's pretty face turned red with embarrassment, and she said, "Uncle, we are already married."
"That one doesn't count. I'll give you another one."
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