"Why?"
Zhao Ping wondered: "The Feng family and his son have completely lost power, why did Huang Fengnian let them go?"
"Although the Feng family was ransacked, Feng Zhengchu had been a county medical officer for so many years and still had some friends who could raise some money."
Xia Zhixue explained: "Huang Fengnian is a man who is greedy for money. He promised five thousand taels of silver and let them go."
"But in order to deceive others, he will give the illusion of escaping."
"Escape?"
Zhao Ping was even more puzzled, "That's the county government, how can you escape?"
"Is there anyone who dares to rob a prison and rebel against it?"
"no."
Xia Zhixue said: "The imperial guards are often responsible for escorting the troops."
"Huang Fengnian gave some benefits to the government officials in advance and asked them to let him go on the way. Then he just said that he encountered bandits and the Feng family and his son were killed. No one can tell the reason."
"Haha, your abacus is really good."
Zhao Ping sneered, "Continue to pay attention. Once the Feng family and his son leave, report to me immediately."
"Those who dare to covet my women will only have the chance to be reincarnated as human beings in their next life."
"yes."
Xia Zhixue nodded respectfully.
Just as he was about to turn around and leave, Zhao Ping stopped him and asked curiously: "Brother Zhixue, how did you spread the news network so widely in less than half a month?"
"How did it come together?"
"I have taken down the Goulan in our county."
Xia Zhixue said: "When I was in the army, after we fought, we always liked to go to Goulanwashe to brag. I realized that it was the source of all kinds of news."
"You asked me to be responsible for spying on intelligence. That's what I thought of."
"Just in case you gave me enough money, I will take down the county government's hook and turn it into our intelligence center."
“Then I bought a few more horses and passed the news back and forth.”
"Okay, okay, good job."
Zhao Ping said happily: "Brother Zhixue, I really did not misjudge you. You are indeed a good general in the intelligence field."
After all, there were no entertainment venues or various electronic products in ancient times.
After everyone finished eating, they either went to bed and made babies, or went to Goulan to listen to music.
Those high-ranking officials, rich young masters, etc. often like to go to Goulan Wase Jiaofang Division the most.
Sipping wine, enjoying dancing, listening to ditties, and bragging.
And those awesome things are often the secrets of major families.
He originally thought of waiting for his family to become more prosperous and take over the county town.
Unexpectedly, Xia Zhixue also discovered this and took stock of the county town in advance.
Using this as a springboard, it would be justifiable to go to the county town to discuss the hook-and-rail business.
The more Zhao Ping sees Xia Zhixue, the more he likes it.
With him around to help him gather information, he could rest easy while hiding in Xiping Village.
However, considering his own plot, Zhao Ping asked tentatively: "Brother Zhixue, if you are asked to go to the capital to spy on intelligence, would you dare?"
"Want to find out the truth about six years ago?"
Xia Zhixue asked back.
"You already know?"
Zhao Ping said in shock.
"Who told you that?"
"I guessed it from various sources, but I didn't expect it to be true."
Xia Zhixue said: "I dare to do it, but we don't have that much money right now, and it's not easy to develop in the capital."
"There are no forces over there, so it's difficult to get really useful information."
"You don't have to worry about money, I'll figure it out."
Zhao Ping breathed a sigh of relief, "When Xu Jiuguan returns to Beijing, you go with him."
"During this period, we should pay close attention to cultivating manpower. If we don't have enough money, we can find six dollars."
"Remember, the news is secondary, the most important thing is your safety. If there is danger, withdraw immediately."
"yes."
Xia Zhixue responded gratefully.
The two chatted for a while, and Zhao Ping gave him some knowledge about special agents and intelligence agencies that he learned from TV series, which made Xia Zhixue admire Zhao Ping even more.
When I left, I was secretly glad I was following the right person.
The husband is an omnipotent master of the world, and his wife is an invincible flying eagle general.
What kind of miracles can be created by joining forces?
Xia Zhixue didn't dare to think about it, but he could feel that it was time for him to show off his talents.
After sending Xia Zhixue away, Zhao Ping began to make soap and sugar. These are the key to making money.
With money, he can build his own power.
You must know that raising troops in the Dawei Dynasty was also very expensive. When discussing with Liu Mengru, he had learned about this issue in particular.
A normal soldier can eat three kilograms of food a day.
To support an army of 5,000 people, 15,000 kilograms of grain would be consumed every day, and the money required would be 75 taels.
And Zhao Ping's standards are definitely not the lowest. He must have meat every meal and be full every meal.
The amount of money required would be more than doubled.
In addition, they have to pay monthly money.
It must be better than the workmanship. It only costs five copper plates a day, which is 25 taels of silver.
You also need to equip them with weapons, armor, horses, etc.
It's all money.
Therefore, we must hurry up to make money and kill those people in the capital before they can react.
This time Zhao Ping did not add spices.
Following Tian Rou's suggestion, he would release it little by little.
When the ordinary soap has made enough money and the market is not good, it will be sold in local areas, and then soap with added fragrances will be developed.
After the scented soap has been sold for a period of time, soap containing medicinal herbs can be made to keep the mind clear and have antibacterial effects.
Leeks need to be cut one crop after another.
After dinner, Wenhui also helped him make it.
Even Zhao Xiaoxiao seemed to have put away his playful nature and helped Zhao Ping light the fire.
The family is very busy.
At this time, Mu Qiaoqiao returned to Qingzhou.
Her father's name is Mu Shangwu, who is the general manager of the Qingzhou Command Department. He is in charge of the entire Qingzhou military force and is a third-rank official.
In the entire Qingzhou territory, he is the real number two figure.
And because he had military power, he fought against the state pastor.
High position, powerful, powerful.
"Baby girl, you are finally back."
Seeing his daughter, Mu Shangwu stroked his beard and smiled, "Did you bring back acacia wine for your father?"
"Hurry up and bring it in so that my father can taste it. What's so wonderful about this five thousand taels of silver a jar of acacia wine?"
"Did not bring."
Mu Qiaoqiao stuck out her tongue.
"Didn't bring it? Why?"
Mu Shangwu's face became unhappy, "Aren't you going to Donghai County just to buy wine?"
"I was going to buy wine, but I was bullied by a stupid young man who came out of nowhere, and then I forgot about buying wine."
Mu Qiaoqiao pouted her mouth and said.
"What?"
Mu Shangwu's face darkened and he said coldly: "Who dares to bully my Mu Shangwu's precious daughter?"
"Is it too much trouble to have a head on your neck?"
"Tell my father that he will lead troops to Donghai County right now and cut him into pieces to vent your anger."
"Someone is coming..."
Mu Shangwu is serious about calling people.
The guards obeyed the order and rushed in immediately.
Mu Qiaoqiao saw that things were about to get serious, so she hurriedly said coquettishly: "Dad, can't you just listen to your daughter and finish her words? Are you calling people in a hurry now, do you want to bring peace to the entire Donghai County?"
Mu Shangwu waved his hand, and the guard withdrew again.
"Qiaoqiao, then you say it, daddy, I'm listening."
Mu Shangwu listened attentively.
Only then did Mu Qiaoqiao have the opportunity to tell what happened in Donghai County.
However, Mu Shangwu didn't believe it at all, "It's impossible, how is this possible?"
"Even the royal chef of the palace has praised your cooking skills, calling you a culinary genius that only happens once in a century. How can anyone be better at cooking than you?"
"Not to mention a man."
"You're not lying to me, are you?"
"Dad, why did I lie to you?"
Mu Qiaoqiao said speechlessly: "I asked Uncle Peng Shi afterwards, and he also said that Zhao Ping's words were credible."
"I guess it's true, but I don't have those things. I can't even try to make them myself."
"Dad, you are well-informed, help your daughter find..."
"Wait, wait a minute."
Mu Shangwu thought about it and Mu Qiaoqiao said: "What was the name of the man you just mentioned? Zhao Ping?"
"Yes, it's Zhao Ping."
Mu Qiaoqiao nodded and said, "Uncle Peng Shi and the others call him Mr. Zhao."
"It turned out to be him."
"Dad, do you know Zhao Ping?"
"I don't know him, but I have heard about his deeds."
Mu Shangwu said: "A plague broke out in Yun'an County some time ago, and it was this man named Zhao Ping who conquered it, and was rumored to be a god-like figure."
"Is he a medical officer?"
Mu Qiaoqiao's eyes also lit up, "No wonder I can cook better meals. I dare to use some special medicinal materials."
"He mentioned light soy sauce, cooking wine, five-spice powder, chili... Dad, you must help me find these things."
"I don't know about light soy cooking wine, but I think I've heard of chili peppers."
Mu Shangwu thought for a moment and said, "But we don't call it chili pepper. It came from the Western Regions and called it pepper."
"There should be some in the state pastoral office. I'll go get it for you now."
Mu Shangwu is also impatient. Hearing the spicy chicken described by his daughter, his mouth watered.
Mu Qiaoqiao didn't stop him.
She also wanted to see what Fanjiao looked like.
And with just one medicinal ingredient, she can try cooking.
She was also looking forward to whether it would be as delicious as Zhao Ping said.
