Huainan, Yingzhou, Abao Theater
Qili Mountain Pond has new scenery, and the autumn air is refreshing and dust-free.
Today is a festive day for traveling together and taking half a day off to have a bottle of wine.
The clouds are rising and the boat is moving slowly.
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Because Huainan and Jiangnan are adjacent, they have many similarities in customs and culture, so the people in Huainan are very fond of welcoming this kind of melodious Jiangnan tune. Basically every city in Huainan has several theaters. , Pingtan opera is performed in the teahouse.
At this time, the classic Pingtan piece White Snake Appreciates the Mid-Autumn Festival was being sung on the stage. Most of the audience in the theater were attracted by the performance on the stage, but there were people whispering in the private rooms on the second floor.
"Old Chen, I heard that Boss Hu and the others have all gone to the countryside?" A middle-aged man with a very rich figure and loose and decent clothes asked to another man next to him who was wearing a Confucian robe and had a slender figure and a Chinese character face:
Facing the questions from his companions, the middle-aged Confucian scholar known as "Old Chen" continued to watch the performance on the stage and continued to answer with a slightly raised forehead:
"Yeah! That bastard named Hu has gone to the countryside!"
Although he received a positive answer from Old Chen, the middle-aged wealthy businessman Zhang Fatty was still a little unbelievable and asked again:
"This is actually true?"
Seeing that Fatty Zhang didn't seem to believe it, Old Chen turned his head and glanced at him and said:
"Of course it's true! Not only him, but also his three wives, two children, and five close thugs have all gone to the countryside!"
Hearing that what Lao Chen said was so detailed that it didn't look like he was lying, Fatty Zhang gradually began to believe it. He swallowed a mouthful of saliva and asked again:
"What the hell is going on, Old Chen? This Boss Hu was plotting against Shopkeeper Wang's shop a few days ago? Why did he run away to the countryside in just a few days?"
Faced with Fatty Zhang's inquiry, Lao Chen seemed not to have heard it. He just picked up the teacup on the side and took a sip...
Seeing this, Fatty Zhang also understood it and quickly called to the waiter waiting outside the private room:
"Boy, please have a pot of the best Longjing in your theater, and some of the snacks in your store!"
When Old Chen heard this, he glanced at Fatty Zhang and said calmly:
"Brother Zhang, why do you think my name, Chen, has dropped so much? Are you trying to pry open my mouth with just a little tea and snacks?"
Hearing this, Fatty Zhang couldn't help but curse the old man secretly in his heart, but on the surface he still said with a smile on his face:
"How can you, Old Chen! We are all old friends, I know all the rules, don't worry!"
After saying this, Old Chen's expression softened a little, and at this time the waiter also brought Longjing tea and snacks. Old Chen was not polite either. He poured himself a cup of tea first, and then picked up a piece of snack to eat. got up.
Under Fatty Zhang's gaze, Old Chen slowly finished a piece of pastry and then slowly spoke:
"Boss Zhang, I know you are worried about whether Hu has offended someone. You can put your mind to this. Hu is always very careful and he never dares to offend anyone he shouldn't! "
"The reason why he ran to the countryside this time was just to prepare for a rainy day!"
Hearing what Lao Chen said, Fatty Zhang seemed to have taken a reassurance, and his whole body relaxed...
Although Old Chen had already answered the topic he was most concerned about, Fatty Zhang was still a little confused and then asked again curiously:
"Old Chen? What happened?"
Lao Chen picked up the teacup and took a sip before he spoke leisurely:
"When gods fight, mortals suffer!"
"You know about Marshal Ye's inspection in Qilu, right?"
Fatty Zhang nodded without thinking and said:
"Of course I know, the business environment in Qilu and
The tax policy is still very attractive, and I am currently considering going to Qilu to do some business! "
After hearing this, Old Chen continued:
"You don't have to go to Qilu. The next stop for the commander's inspection is Huainan!"
After hearing the news, Fatty Zhang seemed to realize something, and said in disbelief:
"Old Chen, you don't mean to say that Boss Hu ran away to the countryside because Marshal Ye is coming to inspect the place, right?"
When Old Chen heard this, he smiled with some disdain and said:
"Let me tell you, Mr. Zhang, how come you, a shrewd person like you, say such mindless things?"
"His surname is Hu, and he can show off his authority in front of you small businessmen and hawkers, but anyone who wears official clothes will be humbled by him. Marshal Ye is a man who wants to be the emperor. This guy surnamed Hu is in his In front of the old man, that's not even as good as a fart..."
As soon as he said this, Fatty Zhang also touched his head in embarrassment, feeling that what he just said was a bit mindless.
At this time, Lao Chen gave a somewhat mysterious sermon:
"There is a big operation going on over there in Anchasi. Although the main target is not the person named Hu, because the operation of Anchasi involves a very wide range, the person named Hu is afraid that he will be implicated in it, so he ran to the countryside to hide. When the weather calms down, he will return to the world!"
Fatty Zhang nodded in sudden realization, but still couldn't hold back his curiosity and asked:
"Old Chen, what is the reason for Chasi's big move? Is it related to Marshal Ye's trip?"
When Old Chen heard this, he glanced at Fatty Zhang and then said calmly:
"Boss Zhang, a smart person like you should know what you should know and what you shouldn't know. As a businessman, it's best for you to do your business honestly. Knowing too much is not a good thing for you!"
As soon as these words came out, Fatty Zhang's expression changed slightly, but he still smiled and said:
"Old Chen, I won't ask anymore! I won't ask anymore!"
After a cup of tea, the Pingtan Section 1 on the stage finished singing. Lao Chen and Fatty Zhang in the box also left one after another. However, what these two people did not expect at this time was that in the box next to them, there was an extraordinary man. At this time, he was thoughtful.
"Commander! Do you want to humble yourself and capture the two of them for interrogation?" Zhang Renwu, who was promoted to deputy commander of the Guards Battalion just a few months ago, asked in a low voice:
Ye Mingsheng, who was conducting a private interview incognito, hesitated for a moment and then shook his head and said:
"Not yet, but you can send someone to feel their bottom..."
"yes!"
One of Ye Mingsheng's main purposes during this southern tour is to go deep into the grassroots to understand the sufferings of the people, and then adjust the court's policies to ultimately benefit the people's livelihood!
But along the way, although Ye Mingsheng also inspected many places, and also went to farmland, markets, and factories, these environments were basically arranged by local officials, so even though Ye Mingsheng discovered some problems, But most of the problems are still glossed over!
So on this issue, Ye Mingsheng made a bold decision, which was to let Song Haibo, Ye Kui and others continue to go to Huainan as planned, while he took dozens of personal guards such as Zhang Renwu to visit privately in disguise. , take a look at the most real production and life of the people in Huainan.
When Ye Mingsheng proposed this idea, Song Haibo, Ye Kui and others were frightened. They all warned Ye Mingsheng, saying that the son of a rich man could not sit down in court, and that private visits in incognito could not guarantee safety. But at that time, Ye Mingsheng The decision was already made, so I issued the order directly!
However, after repeated requests from Ye Kui, Song Haibo and others, Ye Mingsheng also agreed to keep in touch with the army.
After everything was arranged properly seven days ago, Ye Mingsheng officially took Zhang Renwu and others on a private visit in private. It has to be said that compared to the traditional inspection where the officers opened the way, everyone was cheering and greetings everywhere, and the private visit in private was even more exciting. Ye Mingsheng witnessed the hardship and cruelty at the bottom.
Because he saw a lot of disharmonious things along the way, Ye Mingsheng also wanted to change his mood after coming to Yingzhou.
So I came to the Abao Theater, which is very famous in Yingzhou, to listen to Pingtan...
However, Ye Mingsheng really didn't expect that he would encounter such a thing while listening to Pingtan. The two people next door didn't seem to know that the partition walls had ears. In addition, the Abao Theater was made of wood as the main structure, so the sound insulation effect was not good. , so the conversation between the two just now was basically heard by Ye Mingsheng.
Although Ye Mingsheng was very surprised that he would encounter such a thing when he went out to listen to Pingtan, he had to admit that the words of the middle-aged scribe known as "Old Chen" just aroused his interest.
Zhang Renwu was still very efficient. When Ye Mingsheng returned to the inn after listening to the Pingtan in the theater an hour later, he brought the latest news to Ye Mingsheng.
"Commander, this old Chen's real name is Chen Guangsheng, and he is the master of Liu Zhurun, the prefect of Yingzhou. The real name of Fatty Zhang is Zhang Huikang, and he is a local businessman in Yingzhou. He is mainly engaged in the ceramics and grain business. He is a businessman in Yingzhou. It’s not small, with three to five shops and a goods station!”
"As for the person named Hu mentioned in the conversation between the two, he should be Hu Lei, a local bully. It is said that this Hu Lei has several lives on his hands!"
"After Chen Guangsheng and Zhang Huikang left Abao Cinema, Zhang Huikang and Chen Guangsheng went to a brothel in the north of the city. I have sent people to keep an eye on them!"
Ye Mingsheng was not surprised when he heard Zhang Renwu's report. From his words, Chen Guangsheng knew that this guy was not an ordinary person, but he was definitely not an official. After all, if he was an official, Zhang Huikang would not dare to call him " Old Chen················
After confirming the identities of these people, Ye Mingsheng immediately ordered:
"Bring Chen Guangsheng here! Don't alert others!"
"yes!"
Half an hour later, Zhang Renwu walked into the room carrying a sack. When Zhang Renwu untied the sack, the middle-aged scribe Lao Chen appeared in front of Ye Mingsheng during the day.
However, at this time, Chen Guangsheng was tied up with a hemp rope, and a piece of rag was stuffed in his mouth. He was completely without the gentleness and composure he had during the day.
Zhang Renwu was not polite to Master Chen at all. He went up to him and slapped him twice. He was so beaten that his eyes were filled with stars, and a trace of blood spilled from the corner of his mouth. After giving him a blow, Zhang Renwu said in a deep voice:
"Whatever Chen asks you, just say it! Do you understand?"
"If you are not honest, I will peel off your skin!"
As a scholar, Chen Guangsheng had not completely recovered from the dizziness caused by Zhang Renwu's two slaps, but feeling the murderous intent in Zhang Renwu's words, he did not dare to say anything and nodded quickly.
Seeing this, Zhang Renwu took off the rag stuffed in Chen Guangsheng's mouth. Although Ye Mingsheng sat on the chair beside him and never spoke, Chen Guangsheng seemed to realize who the protagonist was when he saw Ye Mingsheng, and he spoke very respectfully. road:
"Master Chen, the master of Liu Zhurun, the prefect of Yingzhou, is here to see you, sir!"
Ye Mingsheng was a little surprised when he heard this, and then asked with interest:
"How did you tell?"
Upon hearing this, Chen Guangsheng glanced at Zhang Renwu beside him and said hesitantly:
"At first I thought this military man was a robber, but before entering the inn, this military man searched my body, as if to prevent me from having anything on me, and I had a hundred taels of silver notes in my arms. , this military commander didn’t even look at it...
"In addition, although this military commander is wearing casual clothes, the boots on his feet are made of fine cowhide, and they are also the style used in the army. As far as I know, only senior generals in the army are allowed to wear these cowhide boots. !」
"In addition, if I guess correctly, this inn should be the Rongbao Inn in Yingzhou, and this room is also the best room in the Rongbao Inn. It costs one tael of silver per night, so based on these conditions, you two He looks like a powerful master at first glance!"
After hearing Chen Guangsheng's analysis, the people on the side who were originally looking stern
The solemn Zhang Renwu also looked a little embarrassed.
At this time, Ye Mingsheng applauded Master Chen and said:
"You are really a smart guy! In that case, you might as well guess who I am and why I'm looking for you?"
Facing Ye Mingsheng's inquiry, Chen Guangsheng looked at Zhang Renwu and Ye Mingsheng again and seemed to realize something, but his whole expression seemed a little unbelievable.
However, under Ye Mingsheng's gaze, Chen Guangsheng swallowed his saliva and summoned up the courage to preach:
"If I'm not mistaken, my lord, you are either a minister sent by Marshal Ye to pay a private visit in private, or you are Marshal Ye himself!"
After speaking, Chen Guangsheng also looked at Ye Mingsheng seriously, as if he wanted to see some clues from Ye Mingsheng's expression, but to his disappointment, there was no change in Ye Mingsheng's expression.
"Chen Guangsheng, tell me your basis!"
Chen Guangsheng preached without thinking:
"The boots on the feet of this military master are only passed down by senior generals of the Fengwu Army. I once saw the first division general Ma Zhongjun and others wearing similar military boots when I was working with our master in the army!"
"But this military master seems to be a family general in front of you, sir. I am afraid that there is only one person in the world who can regard a senior general of the Fengwu Army as a family general... ·
