Auxiliary government.
Wei Jinzhong was fishing by the pond at the moment. A mysterious warrior came in and cupped his hands and said: "General Qi, Lord Zhan's letter has arrived!"
Wei Jinzhong closed his eyes, waved his hand, and the black armor warrior understood, opened the letter and read: "To the general, Sheng Guoer of Ping'an Township has developed military rations that meet the requirements. I have tried it myself and it has miraculous effects. I sincerely ask the general for your kindness." OK, leave the matter of general rations to Sheng Guoer. Yours sincerely, Zhan Yuzhao!"
Wei Jinzhong opened his eyes and said, "Who is Sheng Guo'er?"
The mysterious warrior shook his head and said, "I don't know."
Wei Jinzhong threw away the fishing rod and said, "Trash, do you still need my instructions to do this?"
The black-armored warrior hurriedly knelt down and said, "My subordinates are not doing their job well. Please punish me, General!"
"Xuanwu, immediately ask someone to check the details of Sheng Guoer. The military rations cannot be left to others easily. In addition, ask Zhan Yuzhao to bring me the military rations developed by Sheng Guoer. I want to take a look. Is there really such a strange person in this world who can really develop military rations that will not make people hungry for two days!" Wei Jinzhong ordered with his back to the Xuanjia warrior Xuanwu.
"Yes, my subordinates will do it now!" Xuanwu took the order and turned around and left the Duke Fuguo's mansion.
Wei Jinzhong had a sullen face. The reason why he wanted to suppress Meng Xingzhou's old troops with military rations this time was because these guys disobeyed his orders. The Holy Spirit was prepared to weaken the power of these heroes. In the life and death situation, he, Wei Jinzhong, had already united the barbarians to resist the imperial government. He wanted to have power, but he never wanted to rebel. Instead, he adopted the strategy of besieging the barbarians without attacking them and appeasing the traitors. In this way, he could support the bandits to protect himself and support his troops.
Regarding Meng Xingzhou, Wei Jinzhong felt that this boy had resigned and retired and was no threat to him. He only needed to destroy the military spirit he left behind.
But when Xuanwu investigated the situation and reported back, Wei Jinzhong became angry at Meng Xingzhou again!
Even if this kid is living in seclusion in the countryside, he can still stir up trouble and go against himself! Still protecting those former subordinates, this Sheng Guoer turned out to be his mother-in-law. It seemed that this matter must not be simple.
Just as he was thinking about it, suddenly an imperial edict came from the palace, and the emperor summoned Wei Jinzhong to discuss the issue of military rations.
Emperor Wu has been very upset recently. The barbarians have been harassing the border, but the general Wei Jinzhong has made no achievements. Moreover, the barbarians have purchased Western firearms, which has greatly increased their military strength. However, the combat effectiveness of Dasheng's army has been hovering in the middle and upper reaches, and even in the winter From now on, military rations became a big problem.
Therefore, when Meng Xingzhou's memorial came out, Emperor Wu's worries instantly disappeared. If the problem of military rations was solved, the court could buy military rations no matter how much money they gave.
Wei Jinzhong is currently the border general, so he naturally wants to discuss this matter with him.
In fact, how could Wei Jinzhong not know why Emperor Wu summoned him, but he did not want to hand over this business to Meng Xingzhou, so he made up his mind to confuse the matter when he met the emperor.
"Jin Zhong, come on, sit down and talk!"
As soon as Wei Jinzhong entered Chongying Hall, Emperor Wu kindly asked him to sit down and answer.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Wei Jinzhong sat on the Grand Master's chair, and the young eunuch beside him brought a cup of tea.
"This is the bird's tongue tea buds from Yanqueguan. It's very delicious." Emperor Wu took a sip of the tea first, and then said, "Try it!"
Wei Jinzhong heard His Majesty mention Yanque Pass, and he must have been reminding himself of the guarding of the border pass, so he said: "Sir, this cup of tea is bitter!"
Emperor Wu thought in his heart that he was going to complain to himself, so he didn't point it out and said, "It's normal for tea to be bitter. Will it relieve the fire and promote fluid production?"
Wei Jinzhong cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, there is a shortage of military rations right now. The soldiers are fighting hungry and the treasury does not provide food and wages. It is extremely difficult for me to do my errands!"
Emperor Wu said slowly: "I have already sent military supplies to the two counties of Jiangning and sent them to the border. You don't have to worry!"
Wei Jinzhong said: "Your Majesty, the one closest to the border is Jinlong Mansion in Dongliao Prefecture. It should be faster to adjust food from here."
Emperor Wu said: "But Jinlong Mansion has always been a bitter cold place, and the people have enough food and clothing. If a large amount of military rations are mobilized, the people may not be able to bear it. You should stick to it and wait for the military rations from Jiangning County!"
Wei Jinzhong said: "The Holy One has actually known for a long time that someone in Jinlong Mansion has developed new military rations. Why do you still want to tell me about the military rations from Jiangning County?"
Emperor Wu glanced at Wei Jinzhong and said to himself that this person has indeed become bold now and dares to question me directly!
But guarding the border and fighting the barbarians required the service of soldiers, so Emperor Wu calmed down and said: "Oh, it turns out Aiqing has known about it for a long time. Jin Zhong, you must know that I don't care about this new army ration at all. How can something developed by a house slave studying politics in the countryside be used?"
Wei Jinzhong said that it seemed that he did not need to mess up the matter. The emperor did not believe it at first, but then Emperor Wu changed the subject and said: "But Zhan Yuzhao tasted this military ration. He only ate a few pieces and was able to survive." If it is as Meng Xingzhou said, one piece can be worth two days, then it will save military expenses greatly!"
Then Emperor Wu took out the compressed biscuit and said, "Jin Zhong, why don't you try it and see how it works!"
Wei Jinzhong's mind was spinning with eight hundred thoughts at this moment. Is this poison or is it really food? Does the emperor want his own life?
But if you think about it carefully, something is wrong. If the emperor wants his own life, he will not let himself hold military power. Isn't he afraid of mutiny?
After thinking about it, Wei Jinzhong felt that the emperor would not harm him at present, so he took the compressed biscuit with a calm smile and said: "It turns out that the Holy One has already won, so I will give it a try!"
After finishing speaking, Wei Jinzhong ate a piece of compressed biscuit, which was indeed delicious and made him feel full instantly.
But Wei Jinzhong made an expression as if it was difficult to swallow, spit out a small piece, and said: "This food tastes like chewing wax. If it is given to soldiers, wouldn't it chill the hearts of the soldiers?"
Emperor Wu laughed and said: "I'm afraid you are used to eating delicacies from mountains and seas, so you are not used to eating this kind of thing! I asked many people to taste it and they all said it was delicious, but you are the only one, hahaha! Besides, this kind of thing is just Naturally, emergency food during a war cannot be classified as daily military diet."
The emperor said this. Even if he approved the compressed biscuit, Wei Jinzhong still wanted to suppress it, so he said: "The Holy Spirit is a clear guide. But this kind of thing is low-cost, so it does not require too much military expenditure. Moreover, it is the duty of a minister to be loyal to the Holy Spirit." Since Meng Xingzhou has developed such magical military rations and has also served as a military commander, he should be well aware of the sufferings of soldiers. Moreover, as far as Wei Chen knows, his wife Sheng Guoer is the owner of three shops. You have considerable financial resources, so you should contribute military rations!”
Emperor Wu smiled and said, "Don't you pay for food?"
Wei Jinzhong was at a loss for words. Emperor Wu stood up and walked around and said: "To win the trust of the people, we must share the joys and sorrows of the people. Just imagine, if we forcefully requisition military supplies, how can the people not complain? Besides, the founding of the Dasheng Dynasty was based on righteousness and integrity. If we cannot win the trust of the people when establishing a country, wouldn’t it shake the foundation of our Dasheng Dynasty?”
Wei Jinzhong said: "Then how much money is the Holy Spirit going to give Sheng Guo'er?"
Emperor Wu smiled and said: "This is your business. You are the general. How much military expenditure you want to allocate is your business. When the time comes, you can just report the total to me."
Wei Jinzhong said that he would do the next best thing, as long as the Holy Emperor would leave the matter to him.
Wei Jinzhong cupped his hands and said: "Don't worry, Your Majesty, I will definitely handle the matter well, and maybe I will find better military rations than the compressed biscuits developed by Sheng Guoer!"
Emperor Wu waved his hand and said: "I'm afraid it will be difficult. The soldiers on the front line are crying for food. General, you should purchase the goods from Sheng Guoer as soon as possible!"
Wei Jinzhong thought for a while and said, "Okay, Wei Chen will do it now!"
Returning to the Duke Fu's Mansion, Wei Jinzhong called Xuanwu and said, "Xuanwu, I remember you are from Ping'an Township, right?"
Xuanwu said: "It is exactly what the general said, my subordinate is indeed from Xifeng Village, Ping'an Township!"
Wei Jinzhong tapped the lid of the teacup lightly and said, "I remember you are Boss Du's apprentice, right?"
Xuanwu said: "Yes, the shopkeeper of Datong Store is my mentor."
Wei Jinzhong said: "I heard that Datong Store purchased Ganlinji, a century-old store, and is still doing pastry business. There is a capable girl named Du..."
Wei Jinzhong couldn't remember this person's name for a while, and Xuanwu hurriedly reminded: "It's Du Fuling, my junior sister!"
Wei Jinzhong said: "Well, you go tell her and get Sheng Guoer's secret recipe. She will also make compressed biscuits. Then I will give her the military funds. As for how to divide it, you should know how to do it!"
How could Xuanwu not take this great thing into consideration? Xuanwu cupped his hands and said: "The general loves you so much, Xuanwu will do his best to assist the general, and the general will always follow his lead!"
Wei Jinzhong said: "Okay, okay, let's go on errands!"
Xuanwu nodded, turned around and left the Duke Fuguo's Mansion.
As soon as Xuanwu left the Duke Fuguo's mansion, he saw a girl waiting at the door. She looked very familiar.
When the girl saw Xuanwu, she hurriedly and enthusiastically greeted him: "Brother Xuanwu!"
Xuanwu went over and asked, "Girl, do we know each other?"
The girl said: "Brother Xuanwu, have you forgotten me so quickly?"
Xuanwu said a little strangely: "Sorry for the offence, I really can't remember it!"
The girl sighed and said, "It's no wonder. I was only ten years old when you came to Beijing to be an official. Now six years have passed, and you naturally don't recognize me. I'm Du Fuling!"
Xuanwu said in surprise: "You are my junior sister!"
Du Fuling nodded happily, and then said: "Master and I came to the capital to do some things. Master and I went to your house. When we learned that you had come to Fu Guogong's house, we didn't dare to disturb you, just outside. waiting for you!"
Xuanwu said: "Master is here too?"
Du Fuling pointed to the teahouse opposite and said, "Yes, he is waiting for you inside the teahouse!"
Xuanwu hurriedly said: "Let's go, I just have something important to tell you! It's a coincidence that you guys are here. It saves me another trip to Ping'an Township!"
Du Fuling asked curiously: "Brother, what's going on?"
