When Mu Qing arrived at the square in front of Jiuyou Building, a group of people came out from the building to greet him.
Mu Qing nodded to Wang Yeqing and Xing Fei as a greeting, looked at Cao Jin and said, "What's the matter?"
Cao Jin looked a little uncomfortable. Wang Yeqing on the side tried to smooth things over for Cao Jin: "Now that Eunuch Cao is the deputy city lord of Suzaku City, there is nothing wrong with coming to Jiuyou Tower."
Mu Qing respected Wang Yeqing very much. Hearing this, he said, "City Lord Cao, I made a mistake."
Cao Jin was self-aware of his status and situation. He shook his head and said, "I said before that I am mainly responsible for external liaison. In fact, I am here today because the news about Baidi City has arrived."
Mu Qing's brows moved slightly. Seeing Wang Yeqing and the others' calm faces, he probably knew in his heart that the one from Baidi City had compromised after all. Now he only cared about whether Mrs. Wang and the others' identities had been recognized, and asked: "This time, too, will the Vice President compromise?" Are you sure about the choice of city lord?"
Seeing that Mu Qing showed no concern for the position of city lord, Cao Jin turned more serious and replied: "The main candidates are not the same as those previously determined. Mrs. Wang and Commander Xing have now been recognized by Baidi City. .”
Mu Qing nodded and looked at Wang Yeqing. Wang Yeqing and Mu Qing gradually developed some tacit understanding and said: "In addition to the main candidates, Baidi City will select a group of middle-level elite officers. On the surface, they will help the army restore order. In fact, I still want to control the biggest force in Suzaku City.”
Wang Yeqing spoke very straightforwardly, but Cao Jin seemed not to have heard anything and did not make any rebuttal. It was not until Mu Qing's face became much colder that he explained: "This is the greatest sincerity that Murong Xing and I can express to you. , at the beginning, the emperor even wanted to recruit a powerful man to be the deputy city lord."
Xing Fei, who had been silent for a long time, took the initiative to calm down the atmosphere and said, "I need a list of officers coming to Suzaku City. The only possibility now is that among these officers there are people with great differences in strength and status. However, this will not affect my view of the army. control."
Mu Qing was impeccable with Xing Fei's ability to run the army, so he could only suggest: "If there is any change among those people, please don't feel embarrassed, Brother Xing. You can tell Mrs. Wang or Chen Zhuo about it in time, Hidden Valley" There should be some help over there."
"Actually, Murong Yun and I can do it too."
"Um?"
Everyone turned their attention to Cao Jin who was speaking, and the surprise on their faces was not concealed.
Cao Jin sighed and said: "The emperor is actually smarter than you think. The reason why he made so many concessions is that Murong Xing played a big role in this, but it won't take long before he will react. Instead of creating It is better to control these officers who come to Suzaku City as soon as possible. In the face of the emperor, I think any laissez-faire is undesirable. "
"I agree with City Lord Cao. There must be no more chaos in Suzaku City now, so it's best if those officers are truly obedient. Those who can't be obedient must not be given the opportunity to do things that undermine the stability of the overall situation."
Wang Yeqing's eyebrows were slightly furrowed, and her expression was much more serious when talking about the current situation.
At this time, a sound came from the white marble square in front of Jiuyou Tower.
Mu Qing heard the sound and looked around. On the broad avenue connecting to the continuous buildings on the east side of the square, carriages stopped in the square under the escort of cavalry on both sides.
Mu Qing sighed inwardly. His original intention of coming here was actually for Chun Hongling and the others to regain their identities, but before the "business" was mentioned, other things were already going on in an orderly manner.
It was only then that Mu Qing gradually realized that the operation of a huge city could not be done by just one person. This was only possible when everyone living in the city was moving in the same direction. things.
"Mu Qing and his sister from Yanqing died in the previous chaos. Que Chun said that if he stayed in the city, he would not be able to get out, so he led the cavalry escorting the caravan this time."
Xing Fei said as he followed Mu Qing to the open space in front of the motorcade.
Regarding the appointment of military personnel, Mu Qing and Wang Yeqing completely trusted Xing Fei, so when Xing Fei jumped from the commander-in-chief of the Guards to the general in charge of all the armies in the city, the current commander-in-chief of the Guards became Yan Qing.
Mu Qing was not worried about the impact that Yan Qing, the great commander, would have on the Guards after he left. Instead, he was concerned about another issue: "Are these two the only ones in Yan Qing's family? I'm a little worried about his current situation."
Xing Fei sighed softly: "I don't know, but Mrs. Wang's previous suggestion may be feasible."
"What?" Mu Qing looked at Wang Yeqing curiously.
Wang Yeqing smiled and said: "I asked Xing Fei about Yan Qing's situation. If Yan Qing doesn't care about Hongling's past, he can help him. After all, for people of Yan Qing's age, the existence of a family will make him More stable.”
Xing Fei smiled and said: "Que Chun said that Hongling has a noble heart and looks cold. In fact, she is a kind girl when we get along. She is more than enough for this boy."
Mu Qing suddenly remembered last night that the Chuchun girls recognized Wang Yeqing as their godmother, and said with emotion: "This is indeed a good suggestion, but Mrs. Wang has gained a son-in-law so quickly."
Wang Yeqing narrowed his eyes slightly, looked at Mu Qing and smiled: "Actually, Xiao Tan was interested in you at first, but it's a pity."
"Miss Xiao Tan?" Mu Qing always felt that Wang Yeqing's eyes had deep meaning, so he quickly said: "But please don't."
Wang Yeqing covered his mouth and smiled: "What's wrong? Aren't you very courageous?"
Mu Qing said helplessly: "I am brave, but haven't I suffered a lot now?"
"I didn't realize that you were suffering. On the contrary, I was surprised that you were able to find the harmonious situation you are in now." Wang Yeqing thought of Mu Qing and Murong Jing and sighed: "They are both very calm and intelligent women. , this is your greatest blessing, you will never let them down in the future."
"Of course, but..."
"But what?" Wang Yeqing asked.
Mu Qing was looked at by Wang Yeqing and said hesitantly: "Is Madam worried about other things?"
Wang Yeqing took a deep look at Mu Qing, nodded and said, "It's good that you kid can understand."
Mu Qing could only smile bitterly. Wang Yeqing told him not to let Murong Jing and the others down almost every chance he got. At first, Mu Qing only thought this was advice from his elders, but now he gradually came to realize that this was telling him Be a wolf on guard.
Several people were talking, and when they arrived at the east side of the square, the carriages of the Pharmacy Merchant Association were about to be assembled.
"I didn't realize it when I glanced at it from a distance, but when I got closer I realized that your drug dealer is really wealthy."
Mu Qing said to President Huang who came over.
President Huang smiled reservedly: "There are two types of fleets of the Pharmacy Chamber of Commerce, and they are car dealers that cooperate with us all year round. The other one is the Pharmacy Chamber of Commerce's own fleet."
Mu Qing nodded and said, "This should be your Pharmacy Association's own fleet, right?"
"Yes." President Huang pointed to the nearest tall and heavy carriage and said: "Our fleet has been used to transport more valuable medicinal materials, so the walls of the carriage are much stronger than ordinary carriages, and the top is also stamped with special beasts. The leather can protect you even from bad weather.”
"City Lord, please rest assured that there are 221 carriages like this in this fleet, and there are also fleets from other car dealers that we have contacted. When we leave the city, there will be no less than 600 carriages."
As soon as President Huang finished speaking, not only Mu Qing but also Wang Yeqing was a little moved and said: "Even if you stay up all night, it is not easy to assemble such a huge convoy in such a short time."
President Huang smiled calmly: "Actually, if it were not worried about affecting the city's reconstruction process, the Pharmacy Association could still find more carriages, but when these fleets return full of food, it should be able to alleviate the food problem in Suzaku City. ”
Mu Qing's face was solemn, and he nodded towards President Huang and said, "Mu Qing will never forget the things President Huang has done for Suzaku City."
President Huang nodded and said with a smile: "The city lord's words are serious. In Huang's view, this is actually still a business. As long as the things the city lord promised to the Pharmacy Chamber of Commerce are carried out one by one, our Pharmacy Chamber of Commerce will always support everything in the city lord's mansion." Decide."
Mu Qing's expression softened slightly and he said: "Of course, President Huang, please rest assured."
"Then I have nothing to worry about." As President Huang said, he turned around and walked towards the carriage. Mu Qing asked in surprise: "President Huang is also going to follow?"
President Huang paused for a moment and said with a smile: "To be honest, the situation outside is unknown, and I don't want to go, but I still have some connections in some places. If I follow, I will bring back about one to two percent more food. "
As soon as President Huang's words came out, Mu Qing and the others' impression of him changed a lot. President Huang was indeed a businessman, but once he placed a bet, he showed unpredictable courage and determination.
Yan Qing walked over wearing light armor, faced Mu Qing and clasped his fists on one knee: "Please rest assured, city lord and general, I will definitely protect President Huang's safety during this trip. If there is any loss of the food I brought back, Yan Qing takes his head to pay for it."
Mu Qing had no choice but to look at Xing Fei: "Brother Xing, please give me some advice."
Xing Fei shook his head, walked towards Yan Qing, and took out a faded peace charm from his arms, "This is the peace charm your sister-in-law gave me. Please keep it with you."
"Brother, this is a token of love between you and your sister-in-law. If you give it to me like this, won't your sister-in-law be angry?" Yan Qing suddenly said with a playful smile.
Xing Fei frowned, and Yan Qing quickly put away his smile. Xing Fei sighed, patted Yan Qing's shoulder and said, "I borrowed this from you, so you have to bring it back to me."
Yan Qing's eyes widened: "Can it still be like this?"
Xing Fei grinned and said: "I am the eldest brother or you are the eldest brother, but when you come back, it's not like I haven't prepared good things for you."
"What a good thing? Do you want me to be the best man when you and your sister-in-law get married?" Yan Qing asked.
Xing Fei was so choked by this kid that he slapped him on the helmet and said, "You'll know when you get back. With the way your kid looks now, if you are the best man, who will be the bridesmaid?"
The two brothers interrupted each other for a few words. At the end of the conversation, Xing Fei said in a deep voice: "Everything went well."
Yan Qing nodded, "Yes."
Seeing Xing Fei and Yan Qing parting ways, Mu Qing felt something was wrong in the atmosphere, and heard Wang Yeqing beside him say softly: "If the emperor wants to consume the prestige and power of our current city lord's palace, then let a part of Suzaku City starve to death. It’s not impossible for people.”
"We are competing with him now to bring back as much food as possible before his orders arrive and before those people can be moved by money."
Cao Jin on the side nodded when he heard this and said with emotion: "In a sense, Suzaku City no longer belongs to the Mugina Dynasty. This is always an unchangeable problem."
