"Business?"
Zhen Yan was stunned for a moment, then said with great joy,
"I wonder what the business is?"
Although he had only been in Xu for a short time, he had also heard that the Mi family and Yang Ling worked together in the Moutai and perfume business and made a lot of money.
The Zhen family moved from Jizhou to Xudu. Although the family was well off, they still needed to run some industries.
"That's it."
Yang Ling smiled and raised the cigarette in his hand.
"This is……"
"This thing is called a cigarette."
Yang Ling patiently introduced Zhen Yan to cigarettes again.
“Can this thing make money?”
Zhen Yan asked hesitantly.
"Don't worry, you can not only make money, but also make a lot of money!"
Yang Ling said with a smile.
Seeing that he still didn't believe it, Yang Ling smiled slightly and said,
"Did brother-in-law forget about perfume and Maotai?"
Zhen Yan's eyes lit up.
yes.
Maotai and perfume, which are now popular in the Han Dynasty, were both invented by Yang Ling.
This cigarette is definitely no different!
Thinking of this, he suddenly became enlightened, nodded quickly and said,
"General Wu Guanzhonglang, I agree on behalf of the Zhen family!"
"Brother-in-law, you don't have to be polite from now on. We are all a family."
Yang Ling smiled and waved.
"In this case, I won't be polite, brother-in-law."
Seeing how easy-going Yang Ling was, Zhen Yan was no longer restrained.
After some discussion, the two finally decided that the Zhen family would provide funding, and Yang Ling would be responsible for technical support.
As for the income, it is split 50/50.
After reaching the cooperation, the two looked at each other and smiled!
…
Since tobacco matures once a year, it has been harvested this year and can only be planted next year.
But Zhen Yan was not idle in the following time.
He spent a lot of money to buy a lot of farmland around Xudu, and also built workshops for baking and drying.
Everything is ready, and construction will begin only after the spring of next year.
Yang Ling's side is more leisurely, just having fun with the ladies every day.
As for Cao Pi, he kept to himself and did not cause any trouble to Yang Ling.
The days passed day by day, and the autumn harvest was soon over.
This day.
Yang Ling was walking in the garden of his house with Cao Qing, Mi Zhen, and Huang Yueying.
Dian Wei suddenly ran in in a hurry,
"Brother, hello, three sisters-in-law!"
"Hello, uncle!"
After the girls finished greeting Dian Wei, Yang Ling asked with a smile,
"Could it be that the Prime Minister is looking for me?"
"good."
Dian Wei nodded,
"The Prime Minister has summoned everyone to discuss matters and specially ordered me to come to invite you."
"OK."
Yang Ling asked Guo Zhao to take good care of Cao Qing and the others, and then left with Dian Wei.
"Second brother, the prime minister must be looking for me to attack Youzhou, right?"
Yang Ling asked casually.
"Brother is really smart."
Dian Wei exclaimed, nodded and said,
"Yes, the Prime Minister is indeed considering using troops against Youzhou!"
After Yuan Tan and Gao Gan were destroyed, only Yuan Xi was left in the Yuan family, lingering in the north.
Although Cao Cao did not take Yuan Xi seriously, he still decided to send troops to attack Youzhou in order to keep his rear safe when he went south to attack Liu Biao in the future.
Prime Minister's Mansion.
Yang Ling stepped into the hall and saw Cao Cao sitting high in the hall, with Cao Pi, Xun Yu, Guo Jia, Xia Houyuan and others standing on the left and right.
"I've met Mr. Wei!"
Yang Ling saluted.
"Zi Yi is here."
Cao Cao smiled and nodded,
"Hurry up and get in line."
With Yang Ling's arrival, all of Cao Cao's subordinates were already present.
He cleared his throat and said loudly,
"Actually, the reason why I called you here today is to use troops against Youzhou."
It was only a matter of time to attack Yuan Xi, so no one was particularly surprised.
"I wonder what the Prime Minister has planned?"
Guo Jia asked softly.
"I do not intend to send troops to Youzhou this time. Instead, Zihuan will lead the troops."
As soon as these words came out, everyone was stunned and looked at Cao Pi aside.
"Thank you for your father's trust. My child should be careful and defeat Yuan Xi and regain Youzhou for the Han Dynasty!"
Cao Pi came out of the crowd and said respectfully.
Yang Ling stood aside and watched with cold eyes, already understanding in his heart that Cao Cao was doing this to accumulate capital for Cao Pi.
In the past few years, Cao Ang followed Cao Cao in the southern and northern wars, and even captured Wancheng, surrendered Zhang Xiu, regained Huainan, destroyed Yuan Shu... and made countless military exploits.
If he succeeded Cao Cao, everyone would naturally have nothing to say.
But compared to Cao Ang, Cao Pi was far behind.
He was driven back to his hometown in Qiao County a few years ago and did not achieve any military merit.
Although Cao Cao supported him, everyone was somewhat doubtful and dissatisfied with him.
But now that Yuan Xi is on the verge of death, it is most appropriate to use it to give Cao Pi military merit.
It was out of this consideration that Cao Cao planned to let Cao Pi lead an army alone to attack Youzhou.
"As a father, I am very happy that Zihuan has such determination."
Cao Cao smiled and said,
"If you need anything, just ask."
"Thank you father!"
Cao Pi raised his hand again,
"The child hopes Gao Shun, Wen Yuan, Wen Ze..."
He reported a series of names as if he were counting treasures from his family.
After Yang Ling heard this, he curled his lips.
With such a group of top generals, even if the leader is a pig, they can easily destroy Yuan Xi.
"Okay, my father agrees!"
Cao Cao nodded, then said with some confusion,
"Zihuan has chosen generals, so why don't he have advisers accompanying him?"
"Don't worry, Father."
Cao Pi smiled slightly,
"I have already thought about the choice of counselor."
As he spoke, he turned around and glanced at everyone present one by one.
The counselors, including Wu Zhi, all held their chests high.
Everyone knows that sending troops to Youzhou this time is a good opportunity to improve their record.
If you can follow Cao Pi as a counselor, you will definitely be rewarded in the future.
But Cao Pi glanced around and finally landed on Yang Ling.
"I sincerely ask General Wu Guanzhong to come out and assist me in conquering Yuan Xi!"
There was a commotion among the people immediately, and their eyes were full of weirdness.
Although the feud between Cao Pi and Yang Ling did not cause uproar in the city, it was well known to everyone in the court.
No one expected that Cao Pi would eventually name Yang Ling to accompany him as a counselor.
Cao Cao was also a little surprised and looked at Yang Ling hesitantly.
"Is Ziyi willing?"
"I...are willing."
Yang Ling smiled happily.
But in fact, he is smiling and smiling, but his heart is full of humiliation.
How could this bastard Cao Pi cause trouble for himself!
"With the help of Wu Guan Zhonglang, my trip to Youzhou will be smooth sailing!"
Cao Pi said happily, as if the previous grudge with Yang Ling never existed at all!
"Young Master has given you too much credit. I have to rely on him to plan the strategy this time!"
Yang Ling, who performed with Cao Pi, also tried his best to perform.
The two people, who harbored evil intentions, looked at each other and smiled.
…
After finishing the military deliberations, Cao Pi took Sima Yi, Chen Qun and others back to his house.
As soon as he sat down, Wu Zhi couldn't help but ask,
"Your Majesty, why did you let Yang Ling be your counselor?"
