Guzang County, west of the city.
This area is a chaotic place with dragons and snakes mixed together.
Guzang County is a state and county seat, although it is relatively prosperous in the entire Western Region. However, in such an area, prosperity and stability are not equal, and they are not equal. In Guzang County, wealthy people like the Yang family live in luxury and luxury.
There are countless poor people, and there are even many gangsters in the city who are robbing, extorting, and extorting countless people. These people gather in the west of the city. Such a messy place is a place where ordinary nobles and gentry would not want to set foot.
In the room of a residence in the west of the city.
A middle-aged scribe was making tea. The lingering mist brought out a hint of the refreshing fragrance of tea, which made people feel comfortable both physically and mentally.
This person is no one else.
Surprisingly, it was Cui Yuantu. He took Jiang Dushan, Zhao Feixiong and others to Guzang County first and stayed directly in Guzang County. On the first day Cui Yuantu moved in, he encountered a thug who came to ask for money. Cui Yuantu asked Zhao Feixiong to lead others and beat him away.
Immediately afterwards, two more groups of thugs came to stir up trouble, and Cui Yuantu arranged for people to beat them up severely, maiming and injuring more than ten people. Only then did they finally gain a foothold, and no one came to cause trouble anymore. Everyone knows the new guy is ruthless.
Cui Yuantu's tea leaves were brought from Lin Feng, and they were all of the highest quality.
In early spring, drinking tea is very comfortable.
He is now waiting for news about the situation in Guzang County. The information I received before was too broad. I only knew that there might be a problem in Guzang County, but there was no actual investigation. So, this must be understood in detail.
Only people here in Guzang County can understand the detailed situation.
After Cui Yuantu finished drinking a cup of tea, there was a rush of footsteps, but it was Zhao Feixiong and Jiang Dushan who came back together.
Both of them looked very serious.
Because the situation is serious.
After Zhao Feixiong and Jiang Dushan saluted, they sat down next to Cui Yuantu. Zhao Feixiong took the initiative and said: "Mr. Cui, the situation in Guzang County and even Weiwu County is very serious and quite difficult. The situation is not complicated, it is serious."
"In Guzang County, and even Weiwu County, the Yang family in Guzang County is the only one. The Yang family in Guzang County is a large family that has been passed down for hundreds of years. It monopolizes the slave market in Guzang County. All slaves The Yang family is doing all the business."
"According to information, there are tens of thousands of slaves in the Yang family in Guzang County. In addition, the Yang family is also married to the Qiang and Di tribes. The eldest daughter and second daughter of the current head of the Yang family, Yang Shanlong, are both The wife of the leader of the Qiang and Di tribes."
"Many officials in Guzang County and even Weiwu County have been won over by the Yang family. In other words, they are all members of the Yang family."
"Under this premise, it is quite difficult to make a difference and make changes in Guzang County."
Zhao Feixiong continued: "The news spread outside that Han Qianshan, the prefect of Weiwu County who died before, fell from his horse during an inspection. In fact, someone used this to murder Han Qianshan. Wang Yue, the prefect of Weiwu County who just took office now, because he refused The invitation from Yang Jingchan, the second son of Yang Shanlong, has been ignored by the Yang family."
"Because all the officials in the county governor's office are from the Yang family. To put it bluntly, Wang Yue is like a piece of fish on the chopping board, ready to be slaughtered by others."
"Wang Yue here can't even arrange an order, so it will definitely be difficult to achieve anything. Especially when it comes to winning over people, the Yang family always visits first to win over people, and if they fail to win over, then ignore them. Once the Marquis arrives, Yang Jingchan will definitely visit."
Zhao Feixiong said: "The situation is very difficult."
There was a hint of coldness in Cui Yuantu's eyes, and he rolled his sleeves and said, "It's a joke that Yang Jingchan wants to win over the Marquis. Although the Yang family is powerful, they are not monolithic. There will always be opportunities to take action."
Zhao Feixiong said: "Sir, how can we break the situation?"
Jiang Dushan echoed: "Although the Yang family has many problems, they can't be found at all now. In Guzang County, when the Yang family is mentioned, you have to understand the Yang family's problems. Countless people avoid them like snakes and scorpions. No one dared to reveal anything."
"Furthermore, even if we get evidence of the Yang family's crimes, the Yang family is not like an ordinary family who can arrange for arrests. The Yang family is extremely powerful. The Yang family has the power and soldiers, which can be said to be extremely stable."
Jiang Dushan said: "Once the Yang family rebels, even Liangzhou will be in turmoil."
Cui Yuantu said: "It doesn't matter if you have the right to have soldiers. First provoke the conflict between the Qiang and Di people. As long as there is a conflict between the two parties. The Yang family's strength will be weakened, and it will naturally be different. At that time, we can win over the Qiang people or Enemies, use your strength to fight."
“With power, nature becomes simple.”
"The situation seems complicated, but as long as there is an inducement of interest, it will naturally advance slowly."
"Now the situation of the Yang family has been investigated clearly. You should seize the time and continue to investigate the situation of the Qiang and Di tribes. Further, understand the conflicts between the two parties. As long as the conflicts are provoked, things will be easier to handle."
Cui Yuantu continued: "What's more, you have forgotten the strength of Lord Hou. He is a master at the master level. Even people at the peak of the master level can fight and even defeat people. Therefore, we have enough advantages. ,no need to worry."
"Here!"
Zhao Feixiong and Jiang Dushan answered in unison.
The expressions on both of their faces were quite serious. Because the current situation is not very optimistic.
"Report!"
At this moment, a soldier hurriedly entered.
The soldier entered the room, clasped his fists and said: "Mr. Cui, our people have sent news that the Marquis has entered Guzang County, and is still estimated to be about twenty miles away from the county seat. The Marquis is about to arrive at the county seat. "
"knew!"
Cui Yuantu nodded in agreement.
He looked at Zhao Feixiong and Jiang Dushan and said, "You guys will not be exposed for the time being and continue to inquire about information here. I will go see the Marquis."
"Here!"
Zhao Feixiong and Jiang Dushan answered again.
Cui Yuantu left the house directly and went to the gate of Dongcheng City in Guzang County. He arrived at the city gate and waited quietly. Fortunately, it didn't take long before Cui Yuantu saw Lin Feng and his party coming on horseback.
Cui Yuantu immediately stepped forward, came to Lin Feng, cupped his hands and said, "Master Hou."
Lin Feng nodded and said, "Uncle Cui."
Lin Feng looked at Huan Suzhi again and introduced: "Brother, this is Uncle Cui Yuantu, my father's military advisor in the past. He is now helping me handle things."
Huan Suzhi solemnly said: "It turns out to be Uncle Cui. Huan Suzhi, Uncle Cui is polite."
Lin Feng introduced: "Uncle Cui, Brother Huan is my sworn brother. His grandfather is Huan Yu. He came to Da Qin at my invitation."
Cui Yuantu was a little surprised when he heard this.
Huan Yu was a famous prime minister of his generation. Unexpectedly, Lin Feng invited all the grandsons of Huan Yu.
Really awesome.
Cui Yuantu cupped his hands and said, "Master Huan, you are polite."
After a pause, Cui Yuantu continued: "There is no county magistrate in the Guzang County Government today. If you are taking office now, just go directly."
Lin Feng said: "Go directly to the county government office."
"Here!"
Cui Yuantu nodded and agreed.
When the group entered the city, Cui Yuantu led the way and went straight to the Guzang County Yamen in the north of the city. In the north city of Guzang County, there are county government offices, government offices and state government offices. After all, Guzang County is where the county government and state government are located. When Lin Feng went outside the county government office, he made his intention clear and someone came to greet him.
The leader is a man, nearly forty years old, with a slim build.
This man's name is Yang Shao, the county magistrate of Guzang County, and the second-in-command of Guzang County. With a smile on his face, he cupped his hands and said: "Yang Shao, a humble official, serves as the county magistrate. I pay my respects to the county magistrate."
Lin Feng nodded.
Immediately afterwards, another person stood up. He was stronger and looked to be in his early forties. Wearing a black robe, he cupped his fists and said: "Wang Guang, a humble official, serves as the county captain. I pay my respects to the county magistrate."
Lin Feng nodded slightly again.
He wrote down the names of the two people, and said: "I am new here, you should each perform your duties and go about your business."
"Here!"
Everyone answered in unison.
In the end, only one attendant was left to lead Lin Feng into the backyard of the county government office and talk about the situation of the county government office.
Lin Feng sent away the attendants and asked Gao Xiaoyu to take over the county government office. The Eighteen Tianlong Cavalry headed by Yang Qinglong protected the county government office.
Cui Yuantu followed Lin Feng and Huan Suzhi to the study. Cui Yuantu began to explain the situation of the Yang family and the layout of Guzang County.
After explaining the general situation, Cui Yuantu said: "Master Hou, the current situation in Guzang County is that the Yang family is the dominant one, and there are Qiang and Di tribes outside to support them. Therefore, the humble plan is to instigate the Qiang people first. The conflict with the Di people will weaken the power of these two Yangshan dragons. Next, deal with the Qiang and Di tribes, and finally deal with the Yang family."
"This is too slow."
Lin Feng shook his head and said, "I came to Guzang County to carry out reforms. There is no way I can arrange things slowly."
Cui Yuantu asked: "What are you planning to do?"
Huan Suzhi took the words and said: "Uncle Cui, the second brother has a trump card in his hand. Not only is he the imperial censor Zhongcheng and the magistrate of Guzang County, but His Majesty also gave the second brother the tiger talisman to mobilize troops, which allows the second brother to recruit troops in Guzang County. Garrison. If the army is here, then my second brother will not be tied up."
Cui Yuantu rolled his eyes, thought in his mind, and nodded: "The garrison in Guzang County is indeed important. However, there is no information about the garrison generals for the time being, and I don't know if they have been won over by Yang Shanlong of the Yang family."
"This situation must be further recognized."
"If the news confirms that the army is not affected by Yang Shanlong, then the Marquis can use his strength. Then with the support of the army, things will be easier to handle. In particular, the Marquis himself is powerful and can intimidate others."
Cui Yuantu said: "As long as the army is stable, there will be a breakthrough and a seam can be torn out."
Lin Feng smiled and said: "Leave it to Uncle Cui to inquire about the situation of the garrison."
Cui Yuantu said: "It is my duty to do so."
Lin Feng looked at Huan Suzhi again and said, "Brother, I feel sorry for you to be my staff. Come and find out about the situation of Guzang County's Magistrate Yang Shao, County Lieutenant Wang Guang, and the county government."
"Here!"
Huan Suzhi answered immediately.
"Bang! Bang!"
A knock on the door followed closely from outside the room.
Crunch!
The door was pushed open.
Gao Xiaoyu entered the room and said, "Master Hou, someone from outside the county government just came to deliver an invitation. Yang Jingchan, the second son of the Yang family, invites you to the Shuiyue Pavilion for a banquet."
Cui Yuantu added: "This Shuiyue Pavilion is a brothel in Guzang County and the property of the Yang family. Lord Marquis, Yang Jingchan's invitation must be to win over you. If you refuse, this matter will become a demonstration. I want to show you my strength and shock you."
Lin Feng smiled and said: "I want to see how he demonstrates? In fact, I also want to give the Yang family a beating. Uncle Cui, you and your brother stay in the county office, act independently, and inquire about information. I will go and meet you for a while. Yang Jingchan.”
Cui Yuantu and Huan Su both responded.
Lin Feng stopped staying and took Gao Xiaoyu with him, then left the county office and went straight to Shuiyue Pavilion.
