Qin Ge rushed back to Liberty City from Dongyi Valley overnight. As soon as he entered the city, he summoned Man Chong and Mao Jie who were stationed in the city. Just when Qin Ge returned to his territory, there was a spring rain in the sky. According to Xu Ken, the third day after the rain stopped is the best time for spring plowing! Now Chen Yuan and others have rushed to their respective areas to take charge of farming.
Man Chong was soaked all over and rushed to the lord's mansion. Seeing this, Qin Ge was surprised and said: "What is Boning?"
Man Chong panted and said: "I organized people to distribute the cultivated seeds and potato sprouts to various districts and towns. After the rain stops, we can start spring plowing as soon as possible!" Qin Ge nodded and said: "I have bothered Boning so much! "At this time, Wei Sanniang brought ginger soup, and the three of them drank the ginger soup and began to talk about political affairs.
Although Man Chong was tired, he was in very good spirits and said: "Zang Ren came here overnight this time, definitely to unite me to lead the free army! Now the Yellow Turban bandits are eyeing Taishan County. As long as Jiang Qiansheng dares to take the first shot, Qing The yellow turban bandits from Hebei will swarm in. Not only can Zang Ba not be able to dominate Taishan County, but he must also submit to the power of the yellow turban bandits. Zang Ba is naturally anxious!"
Mao Jie was still worried and said: "The Qingji Yellow Turbans are so powerful that I am afraid it will be difficult for Taishan County alone to resist them!" Then he looked at Qin Ge and said: "I served under Liu Dai's account for several years. At this time, Liu Dai asked You should be for the Yellow Turbans' attack on Mount Tai. After all, Mount Tai is located on the front line of Qinghai. If Mount Tai is breached, Yanzhou will be in danger! Your Excellency is his barrier. What he fears most is that you cannot stop the Yellow Turbans. When Yanzhou falls, Liu Dai's political future will be over, even if he is a member of the Han clan!"
Qin Ge knocked on the table lightly and said: "It is imperative to cooperate with the heroes of Mount Tai this time. If the people of Mount Tai are not united, our Free Territory will also fall apart! What should I do if I go to Yanzhou?"
A gleam flashed in Man Chong's eyes and he said: "Sit on the ground and raise the price. If you want an official position, you want wealth!"
Mao Jie nodded and said: "Liu Dai is a clan member of the Han Dynasty. His uncle, Liu Chongguan, was a Taiwei. He was spoiled and spoiled since he was a child. He is fierce and timid. Now that he heard that the Yellow Turban bandits were attacking in large numbers, he urgently summoned his lord to come. It shows that this person is already panicked! Moreover, this person is very jealous and suspicious. You are located in Mount Tai, so he must be afraid that the bandits in Mount Tai will collude with the Yellow Turban bandits!" However, Mao Jie seemed to have something to say, but he hesitated.
Man Chong chuckled and said: "Master Mao Jie, does he mean that my lord was born in the countryside, and the Qin family is a rural clan, and he rose to prominence through martial arts. In the eyes of the royal family and nobles, my lord is just like this Mount Tai bandit, a piece of dog meat that cannot be eaten at a banquet!" "Nowadays, there are many noble clans. The Eastern Han Dynasty established a strict hierarchical system since Emperor Wu, and even implemented the inspection system. The children of small clans such as Qin Ge, Man Chong, and Mao Jie can only be small officials. It is basically impossible to become an official in the imperial court. Taishan County was originally a place where bandits were rampant. Although Qin Ge had a high prestige in the eyes of the people, those high-ranking families really did not take him seriously. Even Qin Ge, Zang Ba and others In their eyes, calling them brothers is nothing more than the clan power that dominates the village! The people the imperial court hated and suppressed the most were local powerful people, and this time the Yellow Turban Rebellion had no choice but to recruit local powerful people.
Mao Jie smiled awkwardly. Qin Ge laughed and said: "Mr. Xiao, we are separated. Don't have any scruples here and speak freely. Don't you see that Shude always talks to me every time he sees me!" Man Chong laughed.
Mao Jie coughed twice and said: "My lord's current status is very embarrassing. Although he is very popular among the local clans and the green forest, he was born into a strong man. Even after the Yellow Turban Rebellion, the imperial court will definitely fight again in order to regain its strength and strengthen its rule." Attack the powerful, and the lord's identity at this time is very embarrassing! Why not use this matter as a threat, there will be three filial and honest quotas in Yanzhou this spring! You can fight for them! Then you can become the emperor's disciple, a legitimate official of the Han Dynasty, and leave Official! Have an orthodox identity!"
Man Chong nodded, but said full of doubts: "That's right! Children from poor families must pass Xiaolian to enter the eyes of aristocratic families, otherwise they will definitely be poor in the eyes of the nobles. However, after being promoted to Xiaolian, they will go to the capital to serve the emperor, and then they will be with our territory. The development plans are very different!”
Qin Ge touched his chin and shook his head and smiled: "Don't worry about this, Boning. Now Qingzhou and Jizhou are in chaos, and the Yellow Turban bandits are rampant. Even if the Yellow Turban bandits are eradicated, Qingzhou and Jizhou will still be restless places. In addition, the situation in the world is mysterious. I have confidence that the imperial court will Let me stay here to guard Mount Tai!"
Mao Jie also agreed: "Yes! Now the lord should meet Zang Ren to show our sincerity!" Mao Jie followed Qin Ge, and his way of life changed subtly. At first, he dismissed the Taishan bandits. But now they have gradually recognized Qin Ge’s methods and integrated into Taishan County.
In the reception room, Zang Ren was circling back and forth in the hall like an ant on a hot pot, while Zang Jie and Zang Shun sat together and feasted. In order to show their sincerity, Man Chong specially set up a table of signature dishes in Piaoxiang Building.
"Grandpa! Don't you usually only eat half a bowl of rice? Today you eat three or four times as much wine and meat as usual!" Zang Shun asked in surprise as he watched Zang Jie gobble it up.
Zang Jie took a sip of wine, burped with satisfaction and said, "I haven't had such a comfortable meal for a long time! Can it be compared? Your father's meal was taken from the hands of the common people, and it smelled of blood. I'm so sick that I can't eat it! This is the meal prepared by Mr. Qin, and I can eat it with peace of mind! Besides, Grandpa, I have a secret plan!" Zang Jie smiled mysteriously at Zang Shun.
Seeing Zang Ren's anxious look, Zang Jie snorted coldly: "When encountering big things, you have to concentrate your energy. Look at you now, you have no future at all!" Zang Ren sat down next to Zang Jie silently.
Zang Jie stroked his goat's beard and looked at the living room of the free leader and said: "Master Qin is indeed well-deserved! This land where bandits are rampant has been transformed into a paradise! Along the way, although the villages and towns are poor, the people are very happy. Satisfied, although the face is sallow and thin, the enthusiasm for farming in the fields is high. In less than three years, these people will be able to live a prosperous life! This is called skill! Shun'er! Remember to learn from Lord Qin in the future, not your bandit father. ! No ambition!" Zang Shun nodded silently.
Zang Jie turned his head and found Gao Tanglong not far away, holding a scroll in his hand and lowering his head to read. Since there were few servants in the lord's mansion, Gao Tanglong usually received guests for Qin Ge.
Zang Jie looked at Gao Tang and said: "Little baby! Not bad! What's your name?"
Gao Tanglong bowed to Zang Jie and said, "Senior, I am Gao Tanglong!"
Zang Jie's eyes lit up and he said, "But Mr. Qin's new adopted son, Gao Tanglong?" Gao Tanglong nodded, and Zang Jie started chatting with Gao Tanglong. The more they chatted, the more frightened he became. Not only did Gao Tanglong speak like a great Confucian, , and is well versed in the territorial government affairs, and can speak clearly and clearly on various government affairs! Now Gao Tanglong is writing documents for Qin Ge, and he is responsible for reviewing and drafting all official documents in the territory. After this period of training, Gao Tanglong has gradually moved towards the right path. Even Zang Ren on the side was stunned, this Gao Tanglong is simply a monster.
"Look! Their children! Long Congyun and Hu Congfeng! Our Shun'er was originally very extraordinary, but he followed your elder brother and got tainted with banditry!" Zang Jie sighed. Zang Ren selectively didn't hear it.
At this time, Qin Ge, Man Chong and Mao Jie came hand in hand, and Zang Ren quickly stood up to greet them.
"Brother Zang! You still look good after not seeing him for many days!" Qin Ge said with a smile on his face: "There are matters in the territory and I am outside the city. As soon as I heard Brother Zang's arrival, I rushed over quickly!" The last time the two of them met was the only time they met. The first time they met was during the battle of county city attack and defense. Zang Ren also came forward to say hello.
Qin Ge noticed Zang Jie and Zang Shun at this time, and his mind was suddenly full of suspicion. Zang Ba sent people over for peace talks. What did he mean by sending an old man and a young man? There is no such custom in Taishan County!
Seeing Qin Ge's eyes, Zang Ren planned to introduce Qin Ge. Zang Jie directly cupped his fists at Qin Ge and said, "Sinful people! Zang Jie pays homage to Qin County Magistrate!"
The name sounded familiar to Qin Ge, and he was about to say a few words when he suddenly thought of something and lost his voice: "You are Zang Jie! The father of Zang Ba!" Even Man Chong and Mao Jie were stunned. What kind of rhythm is this? This is the first time I heard that my father was sent here to negotiate.
Zang Jie bowed again and said: "I'm sorry, there is a traitor in my family!" Qin Ge and the others glared at Zang Ren, but looking at Zang Ren's expression, it seemed that Zang Jie's identity was true.
Qin Ge quickly helped Zang Jie up and bowed back: "The younger generation, Qin Ge, has met my uncle. I don't know that my uncle was not welcomed from afar when he arrived. Please forgive me!" Zang Jie has a high prestige in Taishan County. He was once the commander of Taishan County. Cheng, who was in charge of the civil affairs of the county, was imprisoned for asking for orders for the people. Later, Zang Bayi saved his father and was said to be a good talk.
Qin Ge asked the three of them to sit down and started chatting with Zang Jie. Since spring plowing was approaching, Qin Ge naturally talked about spring plowing with Zang Jie. When Zhang Ji was the county governor, he was corrupt, perverted the law, and was uneducated. Zang Jie left the civil affairs to Zang Jie. As a result, Zang Jie's ability and experience in managing civil affairs were not as good as those of Man Chong. Man Chong also took the opportunity to ask Zang Jie about the way of governance. Zang Jie has been idle at home, and now he is very excited when he hears about political affairs. From folk customs to rural customs, from civil affairs to government affairs, he can comment on every town and town.
The conversation lasted until late at night. Zang Ren's head was spinning, Zang Shun was drowsy, while Qin Ge and the other three were in high spirits. Gao Tanglong changed the oil lamp five times.
"Ahem!" Zang Ren coughed dryly and said, "Master Qin, it's time now, can we talk about business?"
Qin Ge and others came back to their senses, smiled awkwardly and said: "My uncle's political experience and qualifications are so impressive to us young juniors!"
Zang Jie took a sip of tea and glared at Zang Ren: "What nonsense are you talking about, you bastard! What we are talking about is serious business!"
Qin Ge looked at Zang Ren who was about to discuss the alliance. Zang Ren suddenly left the table and knelt down to Qin Ge. Qin Ge was shocked and even Zang Ren looked at Zang Jie in disbelief. Qin Ge quickly helped Zang Jie up from the ground and said, "Uncle, this is embarrassing me!"
Zang Jie knelt down and said: "Zang Jie used lynching to deal with corrupt officials. He was worthy of the emperor and the people of Li. However, my traitorous son Zang Ba rebelled with his troops and brought endless suffering to the people of Mount Tai. I, the Zang family, have become traitors. Zang Jie is ashamed of his ancestors. I have finally escaped from the den of thieves. If Mr. Qin does not despise me, I sincerely ask you to take me in and contribute to the construction of free territory. I will be regarded as a substitute for Zang's family. crime!"
This plot twist made Qin Ge almost out of his mind. He rubbed his forehead and said, "Uncle! Are you... am I too tired and hallucinating!"
"Father! You didn't, the old man is still kneeling!" Gao Tanglong reminded Qin Ge sincerely.
Qin Ge quickly helped Zang Jie, but Zang Jie pushed his hands and refused: "Master Qin doesn't agree to this, and I have no shame to live anymore, so I'll just kneel down and die!"
Qin Ge looked at Zang Ren and wondered which song Zang Ba was singing. He was becoming more and more unpredictable about his routine. Zang Ren also knelt down with a plop and said: "My father was in Nancheng. He sighed all day long. When he came to freedom My spirit has improved a lot. Now that Zang Ren is the son of man and not the brother of Zang Ba, I beg Master Qin to take my old father in and let him do what he can to take care of his old age. This can be regarded as a filial piety from Zang Ren!"
Qin Ge and Man Chong looked at each other, while Mao Jie clasped his fists at Qin Ge and said, "Since Mr. Zang became the county magistrate, his political performance in Taishan County has been outstanding, and the people have praised him. It is a pity that such a great talent has been buried in the countryside, my lord! Win the county." The Southern District happens to be short of a district chief. If Mr. Zang doesn’t mind condescending, he can be appointed as the district chief of the Southern District of Ying County to take care of the government affairs!”
Qin Ge's eyes narrowed. Mao Jie's move could be said to be extremely destructive. The southern district of Ying County was completely open to Yin Li's gangsters. Every day, Qin Ge was afraid that if Yin Li turned against him, the southern district would be captured! And transferring Zang Jie to the southern district of Ying County is equivalent to inviting a Buddha. Even if he gave Yin Li ten courages, he would not dare to mess around. After all, this is the father of Zang Ba!
Qin Ge quickly helped Zang Jie up and said: "Uncle is the senior pillar of Taishan County. Since your request Qin must be fulfilled even if he has to die, the southern district of Ying County is in charge of six towns in Ying County. If uncle does not give in, he will..."
When Zang Jie heard Qin Ge's promise, he was overjoyed and said: "No way! No way! I still know the rules of free leadership. I, a criminal, will sit as the head of a district as soon as I surrender. I'm afraid I won't be able to convince the public. I'll still work as a clerk. Let’s get started!”
This Zang Jie is so cute. Qin Ge said righteously: "In today's troubled times, if one more talent can be used for the people, it will bring more blessings to the people. My uncle's talent is well known to everyone in Taishan County, let alone a small community leader." , even a county guard is more than enough, so don’t refuse!”
Zang Jie happily accepted the order and said: "Zang Jie comes to see my lord! I also asked your lord to draft the appointment document for me. Now that spring plowing is coming, I rushed to the southern district of Ying County overnight to preside over the spring plowing!" Zang Jie was in high spirits, rolled up his sleeves and was ready to take office directly.
Qin Ge really liked this old man more and more as he looked at him. He was upright and serious in his work. Although he was old, he was as passionate as the young people. He was really a lovely old man. Qin Ge quickly grabbed Zang Ren and said, "Uncle, don't worry! It's still raining lightly outside. Boning, prepare a carriage for uncle and arrange a servant to take care of his daily life. Tomorrow morning, he will draft the appointment documents and go to the southern district of Ying County. Take office!" Zang Jie also felt that he was a little too enthusiastic and listened to Qin Ge's suggestion.
