Chang Yuanliang seemed to have been struck by lightning. He stood there in disbelief, thinking over Han Xin's words over and over again.
In his familiar cognition, Ran Fang has always been surrounded by three people, just like Zhang Liang, Liu Bang and Cao Yangyun before. Now that Zhang Liang is no longer around, it is natural to find another person to take over.
And isn't he working so hard now just to "occupy" Zhang Liang's position?
But now suddenly an unknown person appeared out of nowhere and blatantly "occupied" his position, but it was not easy for Ran Fang to get angry here.
He could only smile awkwardly and said politely: "Haha, I see."
After saying that, he just stood there, not knowing what to say the rest of the way.
There was no joy at all when he came in, and he even looked a little haggard.
But Han Xin didn't think there was any problem at all. His expression was very calm as he sat there, and he looked at Chang Yuanliang with some scrutiny.
He even turned his head without any politeness and asked Ran Fang, "I wonder who this is?"
That doubtful look and "disdainful" tone made Chang Yuanliang very unhappy.
But no one present seemed to see the problem.
Ran Fang glanced at Chang Yuanliang and explained casually: "Those who work outside the government will handle the matter of letting the villagers raise pigs."
Mentioning the matter of raising pigs in the village, Chang Yuanliang remembered what he wanted to do.
He took out a list from his sleeves, raised his hands to his chest respectfully, half-bent down and said to Ran Fang: "Sir, this is the list of those raised in the village. They have all been counted."
"The bills for selling pork in the past few days have been checked with the farm."
"Please take a look, sir."
Ran Fang glanced at the bill and said casually: "Leave it to Xin Yushu. He will handle all these matters."
"If nothing happens, you can go back first."
Is this an eviction order?
Chang Yuanliang was stunned for a moment, held the account book in his hand, bowed and said, "Here."
After saying that, he turned around and left.
That back figure looked full of loss.
It's a pity that no one appreciates it.
Ran Fang had no time to pay attention to Chang Yuanliang's "fragile" thoughts. He invited Han Xin over because he had something to do.
After Chang Yuanliang left, he was going to take Han Xin to the study.
Liu Bang naturally received the news that Ran Fang had brought someone back from outside. While he was surprised, he also wanted to see who this person who could be invited back by Ran Fang personally was?
As a result, as soon as he reached the courtyard of the study, he was stopped by the guard at the door.
"I'm going in to find something for you, sir."
The guard stared forward, without giving Liu Bang a look, and replied in a very firm tone: "My lord said, no one can go in."
After glancing in the direction of the yard, Liu Bang had no choice but to leave.
In the room at this time, Han Xin sighed: "I just came all the way here, and the commander is really strict with his people."
"It can also be seen that these people are really capable at what they do."
"I just don't know. What do you want me to do when you invite me here?"
There is an arrogance in Han Xin, which is absolute confidence in his own strength. This kind of confidence is not something that anyone can have.
No matter where he is, he believes that his ability is enough to match anything.
And he gives people the impression that, just like what he shows, he seems to be able to do everything.
As long as you can do things well, what if you have a special temper?
But maybe it's because of his nature that he always offends people when he's in the village?
Although Ran Fang knew Han Xin's strength and believed in his ability to do things, he still had to test him before actually handing over the matter to him.
"On the way here just now, you must have seen my current strength."
"So, what you are asked to do is naturally not a small thing."
"If you complete this matter, then you will be a member of my family in the future, and I will definitely use you again. Even if you want to become an official in the court, I can help you."
"But if you can't finish it, don't blame me for being ruthless."
These words may be a threat to others, but in Han Xin's ears, he only heard the first few sentences.
That is, if he does well, he will definitely get greater rewards.
He immediately said confidently: "Okay!"
"It will be as you say!"
"Can we talk now?"
Ran Fang nodded and asked, "Do you know that Great Qin took back all the salt industry?"
Han Xin, who has always wanted to stand out, is very concerned about everything in Daqin. How could he not know about such things that concern the people?
"Nature knows."
"Now that the matter has been resolved, what do you want me to do?"
Without answering his question, Ran Fang turned to talk about the salt industry.
After he told Han Xin the whole story, he then said: "The scope of those salt fields and salt ponds is too wide. Although His Majesty has given the order, the salt merchants did not leave Xianyang City to show their sincerity."
"But after all, they have been in power for many years. If Da Qin wants to take them down overnight, I'm afraid it won't be that simple."
"And for so long, except for the salt industry in the Kanto region, which is indeed run by the imperial court, there has been no news from other places."
"This matter is quite abnormal. Your Majesty must have noticed it as well."
"So, I want you to bring out all the news about the salt fields and salt ponds in various regions before His Majesty asks. No matter whether it is good or bad, there must be news back."
As soon as he said this, Han Xin understood immediately.
But at the same time, he was also a little confused, "Since you think there is something fishy about this matter, why didn't you start investigating it earlier?"
"Furthermore, since your lord brought me here from Kuaiji County, you must be hoping to find a fresh face to investigate this matter. So why do you still bring me through the city and give me secret instructions?"
"I think if your lord is willing, it shouldn't be difficult to arrange a few people to enter Xianyang City at will, right?"
Hearing that he directly read his thoughts, Ran Fang couldn't help but show an expression of approval.
However, I still don’t see things very clearly.
"I do have this intention, but not entirely."
"You have never shown your face to me before. Today's meeting is just to familiarize you with things in the city."
"You want them to receive the news but not be wary. Only after you go there can you see what those people will do to avoid investigation."
"I still have to use my official name to make friends with those merchants and dignitaries and inquire about the specific information."
"There is reality within the imaginary, and there is emptiness within the reality. It is the same with the military tactics used by military strategists to deal with matters in the officialdom."
