Chapter 395: The Great Gift of the Smelling Sect

Mouse's wedding should have been held in the first lunar month, but the Hu Ben Army was busy fighting in the first lunar month. As the manager of the Intelligence Department, Mouse naturally had no time to go. In the face of war, all personal emotions had to be concessions. In February, the Hu Ben Army's work was also very busy, but it was postponed.

Zhang Zhun decided to hold the wedding at the end of February. Originally, the mouse thought it didn't matter if it was pushing back, but it didn't matter in March or April. Anyway, he was not in a hurry. However, Zhang Zhun decided to get the mouse's marriage in February. You mouse is not in a hurry, I, Zhang Zhun! I'm still waiting to marry your sister, how long are you going to delay it?

Due to the influence of the war, many people are busy, and only those who are more relaxed have time to come to attend the wedding. It seems that Wang Mingyu, Liu Hang and others are absolutely unable to escape. Since the court has already clarified Zhang Zhun's identity as a traitor, some people hesitated. Therefore, the guests who came to attend the wedding did not come at the last time Yang Ruifeng's wedding, and the scenes were not as lively as last time.

Of course, most of the people around Zhang Zhun came. Only Ning Lingwei and Bai Snake were exceptions. Ning Lingwei really didn't like this scene. Bai Snake was pregnant for more than five months. Ning Lingwei suggested that she should not attend such occasions to avoid accidents. Bai Snake has a lively and active personality. If she encounters something happy, she can't help but join in the fun. There are so many people, God knows if there will be any accident. If someone accidentally hits her stomach, the consequences will be big or small. Zhang Zhun thought it makes sense and agreed with Ning Lingwei's opinion. So the two of them stayed in Ziyuan.

Shen Lingfei, who likes to join in the fun, is naturally there. This young lady has recently handed over all the business matters to her maid Sisi, and she also called it a nurturing. The poor girl Sisi has to take care of this young lady and manage Shen Lingfei's business. She can be seen everywhere inside and outside, and she has really become an all-round player.

Ji Yuqing naturally came too. Not only did she come, she also became the chief supervisor of the wedding. Because she organized Ziyuan in an orderly manner, Yang Yinghan was very happy. Such a big scene naturally asked Ji Yuqing to take action. Sure enough, the boss of Jinling Yuqing Tower made an appointment, and arranged all the affairs properly in every way, which was amazing.

Huang Silang and Guo Mingtai naturally came. They both have gained weight now. The main reason is that they live a relatively comfortable life and have begun to gain weight. Zhang Zhun was included in the list of traitors, and neither of them was surprised. Originally, what Zhang Zhun did was to rebel, but now it is just public. At this time, the two of them should actively express their support for Zhang Zhun.

The two chatted with Zhang Zhun and talked about the matter in Haizhou. Since Zhang Zhun left Huaian Prefecture, Shi Kefa also returned to Beijing in a bad mood. Since his levy task in Yangzhou City was not completed, it is entirely possible to be reprimanded or even deposed when he went back this time. As for Zhang Shenyan, he was also reprimanded and then deposed, and has been dismissed. According to his intention, it is very likely that he will go back to his hometown Yangcheng, Shanxi to retire.

"Go home to retire?"

Zhang Zhun couldn't help but frown quietly.

In fact, Zhang Zhun had a very good impression of Zhang Shenyan. Zhang Shenyan was capable and ethical, and was a rare good official. As long as he was used in an appropriate position, Zhang Shenyan was definitely a good at handling government affairs. The most rare thing is that Zhang Shenyan also served as the Minister of Justice and was known for his selflessness. If he was in charge of the law, all sluts would be afraid.

However, it is very difficult to invite Zhang Shenyan. Zhang Zhun could also realize that Zhang Shenyan had a certain good impression of him and wanted to fight for him and serve the court. However, the problem was here. Zhang Zhun wanted to fight for Zhang Shenyan and rebel together. However, Zhang Shenyan wanted to fight for him, work hard for the court, and suppress the rebellion of the peasant army.

"Maybe, you can ask Gao Hongtu to write a letter to try."

Zhang Zhun said to himself.

Zhang Shenyan and Gao Hongtu were both Jinshi in the 38th year of Wanli, and they should have a certain friendship. They were demoted several times for impeaching evil villains and should have a common language. Both of them have a common enemy, that is, the evil villains in the court. As long as they have a common language and a common enemy, it is possible to combine them together.

Well, next time I see Gao Hongtu, I will ask him to write a letter as soon as possible. If one doesn’t work, then twice. If two doesn’t work, then three times. If Gao Hongtu doesn’t work, then I will go out to invite him personally. Such a talent will definitely be worth it even if he visits the cottage three times. If the court appoints and removes Zhang Shenyan from his official position, he will lose this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Let’s talk about business matters. Zhang Zhun has now become a thief who was accused of all over the world, and the private salt business has not been affected. On the contrary, due to the war in Henan, the salt in Shandong is even more scarce and it sells better. Other private salt dealers know that it is the fine salt produced by Zhang Zhun, but deliberately pretend not to know. Nowadays, as long as you make money, you will be a thief or not.

"It would be even better if the canal transportation was cut off."

Huang Silang was full of longing.

"Yes! If the canal is cut off, the business of fine salt will be at least twice as good!"

Guo Mingtai also stroked his beard and said with a smile.

The Grand Canal has become the only way for Jiangnan to transport materials to the north. The food, clothing, salt and other materials needed in the north all need to be transported in large quantities through the canal. There are many wealthy families in the capital, and they have a great demand for fine salt. As long as the canal is cut off, Zhang Zhun's fine salt will basically monopolize the entire northern market. The most conservative estimate is that he can earn hundreds of thousands of taels of silver every year.

From a geographical point of view, it is not very difficult to cut off the canal. Zhang Zhun led his troops from the East China Sea and could reach the edge of the canal by a long-distance raid. Of course, this is just a beautiful idea. Because Zhang Zhun has not digested Laizhou Prefecture yet and has no ability to do more. Now Zhang Zhun has to lie seriously for a few months and lay a solid foundation under his butt.

However, as long as Zhang Zhun digests Laizhou Prefecture and accumulates a set of policies and experiences to effectively control the new territory here, the speed of digesting the new territory will be much faster in the future. Especially Gao Hongtu and others should be able to gather a group of cultural people soon. Under the stimulation of "The Edict of the Tribulation", a group of passionate young people will also join Zhang Zhun's command. With the talents trained by Laizhou Prefecture, it is no problem to take over the entire Shandong.

After Zhang Yixian was dismissed, Han Zanzhou took over as the eunuch of Nanjing's garrison. The Minister of War in Nanjing was replaced by Wang Duo. Han Zanzhou and Wang Duo wrote to Jiangnan according to the imperial edict of the court, forbidding anyone to do business with Zhang Zhun, otherwise they would be punished for the same crime. For this reason, Chen Lingfei was also declared a rebel party. The Shen family in Suzhou hurriedly stated that Chen Lingfei had been separated from the Su family for a long time and sent a lot of money to clear the relationship between all parties, so they could barely save it. However, the Shen family in Suzhou hated Zhang Zhun and Chen Lingfei even more.

Due to Zhang Zhun's rebel identity, Jiangnan's glass business was affected to a certain extent. The wealthy families in Jiangnan dared not take over Zhang Zhun's glass business publicly, for fear of being attacked by the enemy and causing unnecessary trouble for themselves. However, the profit of glass is indeed very generous, and they are unwilling to give up. Therefore, they dare not accept it on the surface, but it is still possible in secret. However, the profit of glass must be slightly reduced. Each box will be reduced by about 500 taels of silver.

"Five hundred taels, okay." Zhang Zhun said disapprovingly.

People die for money, birds die for food. As long as there are good things, are you afraid that no one will take over?

When he has enough strength and goes south again, it will shake Jiangnan. I believe that those big businesses will have no scruples. If he can pull Zhang Yixian and Ma Shiying off the horse, he can naturally pull Han Zanzhou and Wang Duo off the horse. In Zhang Zhun's eyes, Jiangnan is a treasure pot. As long as he has the chance, he will definitely be fine. I went to Zhenjiang Prefecture last time, where will I go next time? Yangzhou Prefecture? Songjiang Prefecture? Suzhou Prefecture?

After chatting for a while, Zhang Zhun went out and greeted the guests. Now he appeared as an imperial criminal and a traitor from the court. The guests who dared to appear here are all his backbone supporters, so he naturally had to meet them, talk, and learn about relevant information. At this time, it is very necessary to increase friendship between each other and stabilize everyone's mind.

While talking, Zhang Zhun suddenly turned his head subconsciously and looked at the slanted back of him. It turned out to be a very handsome young man, approaching Zhang Zhun leisurely. He served beautifully, handsomely cheeks, tall figure, and a gold-patterned paper fan in his hand. His two black eyes were shining like black gems. He was indeed a romantic figure.

However, this is not the most critical. The most critical thing is that she is dressed as a man! Although her dressing skills are very good and she can hide from most people, she can't deceive Zhang Zhun. Beside Zhang Zhun, there is Liu Rushi, who is also very good at dressing as a man. Zhang Zhun is perfect in identifying women.

She came to Zhang Zhun, smiled slightly, and two shallow dimples appeared on the corner of her mouth, and her white teeth were exposed. She said politely: "Governor, the little girl is polite."

Zhang Zhun nodded and said casually: "Which lady are you from?"

She smiled slightly, her eyes flashed, and she said gently: "The little woman's surname is Dong, and she is from Linqing."

Zhang Zhun nodded and said casually: "It turns out to be Miss Dong."

Miss Dong smiled and said, "It is beyond the expectation of the little girl that the governor is so approachable. She also thought that the governor held a million troops and held thousands of creatures. She must be a decisive and cruel person who was ruthless and could not have thought that he was so young."

Zhang Zhun said lightly: "It's easy to say, it's easy to say. You sit down first and drink a few glasses of water and wine. I still have something to do, so I'll say goodbye first."

Miss Dong's dark eyes turned slightly, and the dimples on her cheeks became more obvious. She frowned slightly and said, "You can't accompany the young woman to say a few words?"

Zhang Zhun said calmly: "What are you going to say?"

Miss Dong said with a smile: "The little girl wants to give an adult a gift."

Zhang Zhun frowned and said, "What gift?"

Miss Dong said, "Please please move the jade steps lightly, and the gift is nearby."

After saying that, lead the way.

Zhang Zhun nodded and followed her.

Yuwen Hantao and others behind him naturally followed.

The gift brought by Miss Dong was actually a huge box, placed on the fork road next to it. The appearance of the box was not simple or gorgeous. Many people used such boxes to pack valuable items in their homes. If such a big box was filled with gold and silver, it would probably be two or three thousand taels. Obviously, this was impossible. She could not have sent herself a full box of silver. Zhang Zhun was confident that her turtle spirit was not so strong.

Yuwen Hantao opened the box.

The surrounding Tiger Army soldiers immediately pointed their guns into the box. Someone pointed their guns at Miss Dong, with a full face full of vigilance. With a command, Miss Dong would immediately die and be covered in bullets. In their eyes, there was no concept of beauty.

Zhang Zhun frowned and subconsciously glanced at Miss Dong next to her.

It turned out that there was a curled figure in the box. It was not the beauty I imagined, but an ugly man. He was about fifty years old, with dark skin and a big mole on his forehead. Because he was hunched, he was packed in the box and did not look narrow.

Facing the black gun, Miss Dong was not at all panicked and said calmly: "This is the gift the kid gave to the adults."

Zhang Zhun said slowly, "Who is he?"

Miss Dong said as if nothing had happened: "You may as well interrogate yourself, so the little girl will not waste your time. Since the gift has been delivered, the little girl will say goodbye."

After saying that, he bowed to Zhang Zhun and left in a drift.

Zhang Zhun looked at her back and nodded thoughtfully.

Yuwen Hantao and others were about to intercept him, but Zhang Zhun shook his head gently and let Miss Dong leave.

Then, the winger brought a bucket of cold water and poured it into the box.

The ugly man in the box woke up immediately.

Zhang Zhun said coldly: "Who are you?"

The ugly man looked around and looked full of fear. It seemed that he had been frightened a lot before.

Zhang Zhun said coldly: "I am Zhang Zhun! My time is precious! Don't talk nonsense to me!"

When he heard Zhang Zhun report to his house, the ugly man's face suddenly changed, his body softened, as if he was about to curl up again, and he kept saying, "Sir, please spare me!"

Zhang Zhuan looked at him expressionlessly.

Yuwen Hantao went up and threw a gun on the ugly man, shouting fiercely: "Sir, are you going to ask you! I answer honestly, why are you crying?"

The ugly man stopped the sound quickly.

Zhang Zhun circled the box twice and suddenly found that under the ugly man, there were some very familiar instruments and some instruments for blowing poison needles. He immediately understood. In Laiyang that day, he was plotted against such poison needles. Seeing these instruments for blowing needles, the identity of the ugly man was self-evident.

Zhang Zhun asked deeply: "Are you a member of the incense smelling sect?"

The ugly man was shocked and said in a conditioned reflex: "Yes..."

Zhang Zhun nodded casually and said calmly: "What is the origin of the girl named Dong who caught you?"

The ugly man became more and more shocked, as if he had thought of something very terrible, and his face couldn't help twisting. This was a horror from the bottom of his heart, an unbearable horror. Due to excessive horror, he couldn't even speak. After a while, he stammered: "She was Dong Shuyan, and she was Xu, Xu, Xu Qingluan's apprentice..."

Zhang Zhun vaguely guessed the cause and effect of the matter and said coldly: "Speak out everything you know."

The ugly man was obviously taught a lesson and did not dare to refuse any questions from Zhang Zhun. He hurriedly said: "Yes, yes, yes, I said, I said, I said, I said."

It turned out that this ugly man, nicknamed the Three-Eyed Toad, even he forgot his original name. Anyway, others call him the Three-Eyed Toad. The meaning of the Three-Eyed Toad is that there is a huge black mole on his forehead. He is the subordinate of Wang Yilun, the leader of the Winter Stories. The last time he plotted against Zhang Zhun in Laiyang, he planned it. The needle blowing technique was also taught by him. Of course, this was Wang Yilun's instructions. Wang Yilun wanted him to kill Zhang Zhun no matter what method he took.

After listening to the description of the Three-Eyed Toad, Zhang Zhun frowned secretly. Dong Shuyan sent the Three-Eyed Toad to her. What does it mean? Is it to clarify this matter, it has nothing to do with Xu Qingluan? It is just Wang Yilun's personal behavior? What is the purpose of clarifying this matter? Is it to use my own strength to eliminate Wang Yilun?

"Come on, take him down and take good care of him!" Zhang Zhun said calmly.

The winger and others found a rope and tied up the three-eyed toads to take them away.

Zhang Zhun stood there, paced back and forth, thinking about the intention of Dong Shuyan at this time. If Xu Qingluan wanted to use this method to show her innocence, it means that the Singing Sect was obviously preparing to ask for herself. So, what is the Singing Sect asking for herself? What benefits did Xu Qingluan want to get from herself?

The believers of the Scented Sect gathered in Laiyang, obviously to prepare for the matter. At present, the troops in Shandong are very empty. The Scented Sect’s actions in Laiyang are in line with Zhang Zhun’s interests, so he is not prepared to interfere by force. What’s strange is that Zhang Zhun does not want to have a relationship with the Scented Sect, but the Scented Sect comes to the door, and it still comes to the door in such a strange way.

While thinking, I suddenly heard someone say, "Hi, Yulin, I heard you were taken away by a handsome young man who was not very beautiful. Why did you only see you here but not see him? You didn't like Long Yang's broken sleeves and hid him?"

Zhang Zhun looked up and saw a smiling big sister.
Chapter completed!