"No, don't panic, the Imperial Master misunderstood."
Zhao Jingkun hurriedly bowed his hands to hide his panic.
At the same time, he scolded himself in his mind, why did he become so timid?
How is it like a mouse meeting a cat?
Li Xiao is not so scary, right?
Wouldn't he just kill a few people to scare the monkeys?
Even though he hinted to himself like this, Zhao Jingkun's hands were still shaking a little.
"Shang Shu Zhao, your hands are shaking so badly."
Li Xiao easily saw his inner thoughts and joked.
"National Master, I haven't been feeling well recently. I feel unwell."
Zhao Jingkun quickly retracted his hand and hid it in his sleeve.
"I don't think so. Let me guess."
Li Xiao smiled and said: "You are not thinking of any bad ideas to deal with our national master, are you?"
Li Xiao has always had the magical power of "other minds" and can see the other person's thoughts.
There are also various BUFFs.
In addition to being like a spring breeze, it can make others feel close to you.
He also has a kind of BUFF, which is specially used to beat and scare others, and has magical effects.
[Liver and Gallbladder Kunlun: Your body exudes a frightening temperament, which makes people shudder and awe you from the bottom of their hearts. 】
at this time.
Zhao Jingkun's thoughts were broken and he looked slightly flustered.
However, he was the minister after all, so he quickly adjusted and immediately denied: "You are joking, how can I dare to deal with the imperial master?"
At the same time, he was very surprised in his heart, why did he not expose himself from the beginning to the end, but he always felt that the imperial master could guess his thoughts?
Strange, so strange!
Li Xiao patted Zhao Jingkun on the shoulder and said in shock: "Zhao Shangshu, don't hide it. Can you hide this little trick from me? Do you really think that I am a national master for nothing? Your Zhao family is a powerful person in Longtan. Ba, most of the land in Longtan belongs to your family. If the National Division takes action this time, will you sit back and wait for death? I hold meetings in your house every day and do things on the hills. Doesn’t the National Division know about it? "
As soon as this statement came out,
Zhao Jingkun's big beads of sweat dripped down from his forehead.
"National Master, you wrongly blamed the official."
Zhao Jingkun was stubborn and continued to defend himself.
"Ha ha ha ha."
Li Xiao laughed: "Zhao Shangshu, don't worry. It's not easy for your Zhao family to have the industry you have today. I didn't say that I would destroy your Zhao family. I will still give your Zhao family a good way to go, but I can't. Let's go, it's up to you. When you figure it out, come find me."
After leaving these words, Li Xiao turned around and left calmly.
Only Zhao Jingkun was left standing there, stunned in the wind.
"It seemed like everything was under his control."
"Thunderstorm talks, if the entire Nanzhili family unites, can they really defeat Li Xiao?"
"Give the Zhao family a way?"
"Are they like those families in Peiping who switched to business?"
"How can a family that has lost its land resist the tide of history?"
Zhao Jingkun was confused and walked towards his mansion.
When he came to his senses, he found that his back was already wet.
He couldn't help but feel horrified.
Even before they met, I was so scared.
If you are right, can you really get any benefits?
Thinking of this, he turned around again and walked towards the east of the city.
Prepare to go back to my hometown in Longtan.
Anyway, he has to go back and discuss it with his father.
Longtan Zhao family.
Mr. Zhao, who was ninety years old, was sitting in the front seat with tea in hand, listening to Zhao Jingkun's report.
"Listen to what you say, this Li Xiao is a ruthless character. He killed a high-ranking member of the imperial court before, and today he killed three magistrates. Such a young junior is so decisive in killing, and kills at will. He is so powerful. No wonder he can conquer Peking. The change was successful."
After hearing this, Mr. Zhao fell into deep thought.
Since returning from the Thunderstorm Talks, Mr. Zhao has started to act according to the plan.
All the land and properties of the entire Zhao family are never allowed to be sold, and the farmers below are told that anyone who dares to sell their houses and land is going against the Zhao family.
In addition, he spent a lot of money to acquire all the mountains, lakes, etc.
But now, the methods Li Xiao is showing are too ruthless. Can he be stopped?
"Dad, Jin Yiwei is now being used by Li Xiao to show his strength."
"Three more magistrates were killed today, and all the magistrates are frightened."
"They don't dare to go against the Imperial Preceptor and will act according to the Imperial Preceptor's arrangements."
Zhao Jingkun continued to report today's events.
Mr. Zhao pondered for a while and then said: "Wang Zhixian of Longtan County, dare to go against our Zhao family? He had no way of passing the provincial examination if you hadn't helped the village. It was you who helped squeeze out the last place. . Will he be able to become a county magistrate in the future? Or does it depend on your promotion? Could it be that he wants to repay kindness with enmity? "
"This time is not that time."
Zhao Jingkun said: "Now, the Imperial Master has put a knife on his neck. If he wants to survive, he has no choice but to do as he is told."
Mr. Zhao sneered and said, "If the Imperial Master can kill him, can't we, the Zhao family, kill him?"
Zhao Jingkun said: "Father, even if you kill Wang Zhixian, it will be of no use. If you kill Wang Zhixian, the next magistrate will be appointed. As long as you come to serve, you still have to listen to the imperial preceptor."
Mr. Zhao said calmly: "Then kill them one by one until no one dares to come to Longtan to be the county magistrate."
Zhao Jingkun said: "Father, it's best not to do this. Based on my understanding of Li Xiao, if he really does this, he will use us as a breakthrough to get rid of our Zhao family directly!"
Hearing this, the prince on the side, Zhao Jingqian said: "He dares! The worst is possible! Moreover, the Thunderstorm Talks have reached an alliance, and all the families will come to help. With more than a thousand guns, it depends on whether Li Xiao can kill him or not." come over!"
"But."
Zhao Jingkun said: "Will other families really come to help our Zhao family as agreed? On the surface, an alliance has been reached, but if this really happens, it is inevitable that each has their own agenda."
The scene was silent.
After thinking about it, Mr. Zhao said: "Kun'er, what you said makes sense, and it is true. As a father, I am also worried about this problem. You have been smart and have many ideas since you were a child, so what do you think we should do?"
Zhao Jingkun said: "I have to obey first and let the Wang Zhixian do it."
Mr. Zhao said: "But you said that the Imperial Guard is going to carry out forced demolitions now. What if the Imperial Guard really sends troops to suppress it?"
Zhao Jingkun thought for a while and said, "Dad, there is something I don't know whether to say or not."
Mr. Zhao: "Say."
Zhao Jingkun said: "Actually, the real purpose of the Imperial Master is not to destroy our families, but to transform us. The first one to transform will probably get the most benefits."
Mr. Zhao was a little displeased: "Kun'er, have you lost the courage to become an official after all these years? Do you know how much the Zhao family spent on supporting you to become the Minister of the Ministry of War? Now is the time for you to repay the favor. You are the Minister of the Ministry of War. , Can’t you protect your family business?”
The prince Zhao Jingqian was also displeased and said: "Second brother, are you so unsure?"
"Why"
Zhao Jingkun sighed deeply: "To be honest, I, the Minister of the Ministry of War, am nothing. In the eyes of the Imperial Master, I can be wiped out with just one finger."
As soon as these words came out, Mr. Zhao and the eldest son Zhao Jingqian were slightly surprised.
The dignified Minister of War, has been frightened like a frightened bird since the arrival of the imperial army?
Recalling Li Xiao's terror, Zhao Jingkun continued: "Dad, to be honest, I have never been able to supervise a country with such powerful methods and such a thoughtful mind. My thoughts have always been seen through by the Imperial Master. He even knew that I was the one who was here." If the government is obstructing it, if this continues, the child's life will be short."
Zhao Jingkun really felt that he would definitely die if he continued like this.
After Li Xiao arrived, in three months, the military, civilian and political powers were directly in their hands through wooing, intimidation, robbery and other means.
Even at the Ministry of War, he felt elbowed everywhere.
He, the Minister of War, was about to be dismissed.
There are fewer and fewer teammates around me, and the right to speak is getting smaller and smaller.
Mr. Zhao was surprised and said: "Kun'er, you said you are not going to die soon? Is Li Xiao really so scary?"
"It's true."
Zhao Jingkun said truthfully: "Today I had a few private conversations with the Imperial Master. The temperament he exuded made the child tremble all over, his heart was frightened, he couldn't speak clearly, and his mind went blank."
Mr. Zhao frowned deeply.
How scary must this person be to be able to scare his son?
As the saying goes, those who are near the water and towers get the moon first. With his son in a high position, he can hear the troubles faster and make preparations in advance.
But this result is somewhat surprising
Seeing his second brother like this, the eldest son Zhao Jingqian was also worried and said: "Second brother, even you are so afraid, that imperial master is really difficult to deal with. The spies our family sent out last time followed Li Xiaohou and went crazy with fear. Now, They are all fine, and I don’t know what happened.”
Putting the two things together, it can be seen that Li Xiao does have some unknown methods. Maybe he can really use the magic of ghosts and gods?
Mr. Zhao said: "Didn't Mr. Liang give you a dozen top killers? Why don't you send those killers out and get rid of Li Xiao?"
Zhao Jingkun shook his head and said: "By the way, father, I haven't mentioned this to you yet. The killer has disappeared."
Mr. Zhao said: "What? I have seen those dozen killers with my own eyes. They are very impressive. How come they are missing? Who did it?"
Zhao Jingkun smiled bitterly and said: "Who else could it be? It was the Imperial Master who did it! Not to mention assassinating Li Xiao, the dozen assassins I sent to assassinate the people who were attracted by Li Xiao all died without a trace, as if they disappeared out of thin air. There are so many experts around Li Xiao. Assassination? He can’t even kill the people he’s attracted. It’s simply impossible to kill Li Xiao.”
Mr. Zhao was shocked.
This Li Xiao cannot be killed or beaten.
Mr. Zhao said: "Then what should we do now? Do we really have to give up my Zhao family's more than a hundred years of foundation? You two are here today, please come up with an idea."
The eldest son, Zhao Jingqian, said: "Let's wait and see how other families respond. In any case, our Zhao family cannot be the one who stands out."
Zhao Jingkun said: "That's what I mean too. In addition, I will inquire about the news at any time in the court."
Just saying.
A subordinate knocked on the door and then came in to report: "Master, Zhang Zhixian, together with the head of the district, selected three houses in the center of the village and asked to buy them as the construction site for the district office. We asked Zhao The house was sold to the county government.”
As the saying goes, Cao Cao arrives.
Just as the front-footers were discussing the matter, the back-footers arrived.
The county magistrate, who had been intimidated, actually went to work for the Imperial Preceptor, and the work was done very quickly. The meeting held in the morning came in the afternoon.
The head of the Zhao family thought for a while, even if he didn't intend to confront them head-on, but he couldn't let go so easily, so he said, "Just say that I'm not here and leave them alone for a few days."
The servant raised his hand and said, "Yes, I'll go and tell you right away."
That's it.
The head of the Zhao family ignored Zhang Zhixian for several days.
Zhang Zhixian of Longtan County didn't see anyone, so he had to take other district chiefs to buy land in other villages.
However, I was exhausted and couldn't buy a piece of land.
A few days later.
Zhang Zhixian had no choice but to follow the national division's strategy and write down the reasons and report them to the commander to apply for forced demolition documents.
Anyway, they did as the Imperial Preceptor said, and all the documents were handed out. When the time came, they wouldn't be able to dismantle it. The Imperial Preceptor had said that he would personally take action.
If you do what you are supposed to do well, then you can let go of your responsibilities.
Magistrates and counties are very efficient in applying for approval of forced demolition documents.
I went there on the same day and it was stamped after a while.
This was unprecedented, and everything paved the way for the Nanjing Reform.
soon
These documents were sent everywhere.
Some are common people, and some are powerful families.
The people were okay. They were obviously frightened after seeing the forced demolition documents.
Many people received the documents and were hesitant.
He didn't want to offend the local squires, nor did he want to offend the court.
Most of the forced demolition documents were sent to people's homes, but they were still being delayed.
The district chief made full use of the experience he learned at the Daming Training Institute on how to work with the masses.
At night, the village chiefs transform into caring people and enter the homes of farmers.
Know it with emotion, move it with reason.
Finally, use money to impress the other party, let the other party take the money, leave overnight, wait for the village to be built, and then come back.
Soon, less than a week.
Yamen in various villages in various places bought houses or housing areas and began to demolish the houses and build housing area yamen. There were more than thirty people in total.
Longtan Zhao family.
today.
The servant came to report again and said: "Master, the head of Nashe District in our territory has a forced demolition document and demands that the land be sold quickly. Otherwise, not only will no compensation be given, but the national army will lead troops to directly demolish it."
The head of the Zhao family asked: "It seems they want to take away three houses. How much silver will they pay?"
These three houses all belong to the Zhao family, so the negotiations are with the owners themselves.
The servant said: "There are three houses with a total area of two acres of land. The other party said that the compensation will be based on the area, one hundred taels of silver per mu of land, a total of two hundred taels of silver."
"Two hundred taels of silver? Too little."
The head of the Zhao family said: "If you continue to talk to them, say that we will sell it, but the price is not right. The location is very good, and it will cost at least five hundred taels of silver."
The servant was slightly startled, five hundred taels?
How can the land in the village be worth five hundred taels of silver? The asking price is sky-high. This is still delaying time.
The servant understood what he meant, raised his hands and said, "Yes, Master, I will go and talk about it right away."
After the servants retreated.
Soon, another person came and reported: "Master, no one in the family is selling land. They are still stalling for time."
It turns out that during this period, family owners everywhere encountered situations.
At present, no one dares to violate the rules of the Thunderstorm Alliance. After all, whoever breaks the rules first will be targeted by all other families.
The head of the Zhao family nodded: "I understand, keep exploring!"
The servant cupped his hands: "Yes!"
at the same time.
Xiangning County, Xiaodong Village.
Funds for the ten projects here have been allocated.
Several experienced people transferred by Zhu Ningyun from Peiping have also arrived to help.
With the concerted efforts of fifty people, it has begun operations.
Many tenants around here are attracted by the high salary and come here to help.
Yu Qian and others were working on the project in Xiaodong Village in a leisurely manner.
On the other hand, Lu Zhi of Jiangning County was anxious and ran to Xiaodong Village every day.
"Ancestors, hurry up and do some business with me. I will take you to buy land and houses. Don't waste your time in Xiaodong Village."
The magistrates in other places have successively led the district chiefs to buy land and began to build office buildings for the district yamen.
This made Luzhi County of Jiangning County even more anxious.
There is no way, if you can't get things done in a month.
Luzhi County doesn’t know if he will be able to see the sun in a month’s time.
"It turns out that Luzhi County also has times when it's in a hurry, hahaha."
The fifty district chiefs looked at each other and smiled, deliberately ignoring Lu Zhixian.
So cool, so cool!
The grievances I suffered from the magistrate some time ago were all repaid at once today.
At present, the project in Xiaodongcun is almost complete.
It only takes half a month to officially start construction.
Seeing this, Yu Qian decided to let go and build his own village!
"Okay, Magistrate Lu, please lead the way." (End of Chapter)
