The Cao family's mansion is not very luxurious, but it is not easy to find in Peixian County. After all, those who have a surname these days are those whose ancestors have been wealthy. Usually Qianshou only has a given name at most, where does the surname come from?
Wang Jian was secretly happy and was already making plans.
Cao Xiu pushed open the heavy wooden door and walked in.
There are willow trees planted in the courtyard and there is a pond. The water is clear and you can see fish playing. There were also two yellow dogs wagging their tails and came forward to please them. They immediately bared their teeth after seeing the stranger.
Cao Xiu waved his hand, and the yellow dog left knowingly.
"I've met Shaojun."
The maids came closer and bowed in salute.
"Take these two beggars to the backyard to take a bath and change their clothes. Then let the cook prepare more food and two plates of meat."
"only."
The maid raised her hand and excused herself, leading the two of them away.
…
When the two of them washed up and changed into clothes, they seemed to have an aristocratic air. Especially the child who fainted from hunger was even more impressive. Every move he made carried a condescending power.
Sitting on the chair, looking at Cao Xiu.
"Xiu'er, are you the only one who lives in this house?"
Qin Shihuang swayed from side to side on the bamboo chair. This thing is really strange, and the crunch is interesting. He has never seen it in Xianyang.
From what the servant mentioned, it seems that it was Cao Xiu’s idea?
What a clever young man!
It is indeed very comfortable to sit on it, which is much better than kneeling on a straw mat, but it is a bit cool under the crotch and not very nice.
Cao Xiu looked at the little beggar and nodded with a smile.
After all, they are just children, and it is normal to be playful.
"Where are your parents?"
"How many of the protagonists in Starting Point are not orphans?"
"spread?!"
Qin Shihuang's face was filled with questions.
Why can't he understand this?
Cao Xiu sighed and was too lazy to explain.
He was born in Dang County eighteen years ago. At that time, it was the turbulent times of the Warring States Period, and he lived a homeless life. His mother had a difficult delivery when she gave birth to him, which caused the disease. My father is always on the road, doing business.
Later... died.
Later, due to the war, he moved to Peixian County to settle. He survived with the help of distant relatives. You must know that the Cao family is very famous in Peixian County, which is slightly worse than the Xiao family.
Cao Xiu's cousin, the future famous Cao Xiangguo Cao Shen, was the founding hero of the Western Han Dynasty. After Liu Bang established his capital in Chang'an, he rewarded Cao Shen based on his merits. Cao Shen ranked second in merit and was given the title of Marquis of Pingyang!
The so-called Xiao Gui and Cao Sui refer to Cao Shen.
Then, Cao Xiu started doing some small business. With the support of Mr. Cao, I made a little money.
The year before last, the Qin State annexed the world and recruited local officials. Cao Xiu successfully passed the examination and served as the head of the Sishui pavilion. That's right, that's what Liu Bang did in history. It's just that in that assessment, he beat Liu Bang.
To be precise, his name should be Liu Ji now.
With money, Cao Xiu did not forget his late mother's last wish. Sometimes when he meets homeless people, he will also provide money to help them. There was a severe drought and many families sold their sons and daughters. In fact, they are not willing to part with it, but if they don’t sell it, the whole family will starve to death!
It's better to sell it to Cao, at least he can survive.
Besides, Cao Xiu was famous for treating his slaves well. Not only three meals a day, but also wages. Even if you do something wrong, you will only get scolded. Neighbors in Peixian County often say that working in Cao Mansion is not about suffering, but about enjoying blessings.
Therefore, Cao Xiucai was willing to help these two beggars.
For him, it was just a matter of effort.
Of course, he is also preparing for the future.
Before long, the world will be in chaos. He now helps the poor and adopts orphans, all for the sake of a good reputation. At the same time, it also accumulates strength!
These orphans will all become loyal soldiers in the future!
After the death of the First Emperor, it will be time for him to come out!
Princes, generals and prime ministers would rather have the seed!
Liu Bang can be emperor, why can't he?
Liu Bang was from Peixian County, and so was he!
Liu Bang was the pavilion chief, and so was he!
Moreover, Cao Xiu also knows the future direction of history!
He has won over many people over the years. For example, his cousin Cao Shen served as the warden of Peixian County. His teacher and close friend Xiao He served as the chief official.
His rider Xia Houying served as the stable chief.
And his dog meat friend, Fan Kuai!
His subordinate, the future Jianghou Zhou Bo.
Zhou Bo was born in poverty and made a living by weaving thin music. He often played flute at funerals. Later, he performed outstandingly during military service and became a reserve soldier who could draw a hard bow.
Cao Xiu saw that he had outstanding abilities and took him for his own use. Let him secretly help train private soldiers to die, and he did a pretty good job.
It can be said that he made friends with more than half of the founding heroes of the Western Han Dynasty. These are also the capital for his future rebellion!
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"By the way, are you two famous?"
"I am Wang Jian, the Marquis of Wucheng."
"I……"
Cao Xiu raised his hand to interrupt the two of them, and immediately became angry.
"If you dare to talk nonsense again, don't blame me! In this case, you can call me Xiao Wang. If you say...just call me Azheng!"
"..."
"..."
Wang Jian didn't know why, but he always felt strange.
Qin Shihuang looked strange and remained silent. This title has not been used by anyone for a long time. When he was young, his mother called him A Zheng.
"Also, you kid, please be careful and don't call yourself me every day. It didn't matter if you called yourself me before, after all, anyone can use it. Now that the world is under the Qin Dynasty, and the First Emperor calls himself me, can we use it?"
Yes, this was also issued two years ago. The title "I" was previously equivalent to 'I'. For example, Qu Yuan's "Li Sao" begins by calling himself "I": Emperor Gaoyang is a descendant of Miao, and my emperor is called Boyong.
Cao Xiu also had this intention in naming the young boy Zheng.
From now on, it’s okay to call myself righteous.
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"You two will stay here with me for now, and I will give you the entire household registration in two days. You can work in my house and you won't go hungry."
"As for Xianyang... don't think about it yet."
Cao Xiu is not stupid. The journey from Peixian County to Xianyang is less than two thousand miles. And there are no roads these days, and many roads are mountainous. Even traveling by carriage would take at least half a month. If you are unlucky and encounter a bandit, you might even have to pay for your life.
"That's fine!"
Qin Shihuang waved his sleeves in an old-fashioned way. He had experienced too many storms in his life. He was enslaved to Zhao after he was born and almost died at the age of three. In order to return to Qin, I have to go through many dangers.
He ascended the throne at the age of thirteen and attained the crown at the age of twenty.
He killed Lao Ai and deposed Lu Buwei, and put down Cheng Xi's rebellion.
Finally, destroy the six countries and sweep across the world!
Since he is still alive, it will not collapse that day!
"Gududu..."
The majesty just moments ago was fleeting.
Qin Shihuang looked embarrassed, and Wang Jian next to him stood up very wisely, "I hope you'll forgive me, I just had a stomach growl."
"Stop pretending, can't I hear this voice?" Cao Xiu looked at the two gangsters with disdain and said helplessly, "You're hungry, right?" "
"Cao'er, Cao'er... bring the food!"
