All Heavens and Worlds Modified History System

Chapter 398: Zhongyangli, Fengyi, Pei County

Liu Bang's current name is Liu Ji.

There is basically no such thing as an only child in this era.

There was nothing to do after dark, so the only thing they could do was to continue the family line, and they kept giving birth to children one after another.

According to the order of ranking of sons in that era, they were ranked in the order of eldest, second, youngest, and last.

Bo means the eldest, Zhong means the second, Shu means the third, and Ji means the youngest.

For example, Confucius was the second child in the family, so people called him Kong Lao Er or Kong Zhongni.

And Pan Jinlian called Wu Song uncle instead of second brother~~~
Liu Ji is the youngest son of the Liu family.

Many people feel that Liu Ji and Ying Zheng are people from two different eras.

But in fact, Liu Ji was only three years younger than Ying Zheng.

There is no doubt that they are people from the same era.

Moreover, the Liu family is not a country village family, but a family of humble origins.

His ancestor was a minister of the State of Wei, and his fief was in Fengyi, Pei County.

It’s just that by the time of his father’s generation, the Liu family had fallen into decline and became a common people.

Therefore, the true commoner emperor in all dynasties was Zhu Yuanzhang.

Here Chen Ran came all the way to Pei County, then to Fengyi, and then to Zhongyangli.

After finding out the address of Liu Ji's home, Chen Ran rode his horse over and heard the quarrel inside the yard when he arrived outside.

There was a sound of a woman shouting loudly.

"I spent so much money and came back with nothing left! I can't even afford to eat at home!"

Chen Ran dismounted and listened curiously, and then he learned that two years ago Liu Bang wanted to go out and make a living, so he took some money from his family and went to live with Zhang Er, who used to be a retainer of Lord Xinling.

According to the tradition of that era, the family property is basically inherited by the eldest son, and the other sons can only get a small share at most.

For a young son like Liu Ji, once he took money from his family to travel around, it was equivalent to splitting up the family and setting up his own business.

In this situation, no matter how poor the family was, they would sell everything they had to scrape together some money to give their youngest son a chance to go out and pursue success.

This was what happened when Liu Ji went to Zhang Er to become his retainer.

But when Qin conquered Wei, Zhang Er naturally lost his power and could no longer support his retainers, so they were all dismissed.

Liu Ji had nowhere to go, so he had to return to his hometown in Pei County to eat and drink for free.

Historically, he would have been living a life of idleness and debauchery until Chen Sheng and Wu Guang rose up in rebellion.

But now, Chen Ran reached out and pushed open the door of Liu's courtyard.

At this time, all the Liu family members were in the yard, and they all looked unhappy.

There was no way, Liu Ji’s sister-in-law was getting angry.

Because his sister-in-law occupied the word "reason", neither his parents-in-law nor his husband could say anything.

After all, Liu Ji's return home means there is one more mouth to feed at home.

In an era of material scarcity, having one more person to feed was a terrible thing for ordinary people.

What’s even more terrifying is that Liu Ji is a street urchin.

He does nothing all day long and just hangs around idly. No sister-in-law can stand him.

Chen Ran pushed the door open and walked in, interrupting Liu Ji's sister-in-law's chattering. Everyone's eyes turned to Chen Ran.

Seeing Chen Ran walking in with a new cloth (synthetic fabric) and a jade pendant and sword hanging from his waist, the Liu family did not dare to shout at him. Instead, they asked cautiously, "Excuse me, sir, what can I do for you?"

Chen Ran saluted with his fists, then said, "I was passing by your place and heard about the quarrel in the courtyard. Has anyone in your family ever been a retainer of Zhang Er?"

The Liu family was suddenly shocked.

It was an inevitable trend for Qin to destroy Wei. Upon hearing that Zhang Er was wanted, he fled under a alias.

Zhang Er's followers might also be regarded as accomplices. Could they be here to arrest people?

Liu Taigong immediately stepped forward and saluted. "My lord, you have misunderstood. My family is a commoner. How can anyone be a noble guest? It's just a family quarrel. Please forgive me for making fun of you."

As expected of someone who came from a poor family, Mr. Liu’s grandfather was a doctor and his speaking ability is very good.

"I see."

Chen Ran showed a look of regret. "I am an envoy of Qin State, ordered to go to Qi State to deliver a letter. I didn't expect to be attacked by disease on the way, and my retainers and followers fell ill one after another, so I stayed elsewhere to recuperate. Passing by this place, I wanted to find some heroes to serve as retainers and accompany me to Linzi. What a pity~~~"

"I, I, I~~~"

Hearing this, Liu Ji jumped up impatiently and shouted, "I used to be Zhang Er's retainer, and I am willing to follow you, sir~~~"

He was also very angry. After all, he was humiliated by his sister-in-law and was almost kicked out of the house.

Now he is young and energetic and wants to make a career. When he saw the opportunity coming, he rushed out immediately without hesitation.

"Oh?" Chen Ran raised his eyebrows and chuckled, "Really?"

"Of course it's true. I have a very close relationship with Mr. Zhang."

"Hahaha~~~" Chen Ran laughed and grabbed Liu Ji's wrist. "I'm looking for you!"

"Zhang Er is wanted, and his followers are also wanted. Come, follow me to the government office."

The Liu family was all dumbfounded.

Liu Ji subconsciously struggled to break free, but his wrist felt like a mountain was pressing down on it!

Chen Ran let go, and the struggling Liu Ji stumbled and fell to the ground.

"Zhang Er is indeed wanted, but as long as his followers do not follow Zhang Er to oppose the Qin State, no one will arrest them." Chen Ran smiled and clapped his hands, turned around and walked out the door. "I was joking before. I am really an envoy from Qin. If you are willing to follow me, then go."

Liu Ji's face changed after he fell to the ground, but when he looked up and saw his sister-in-law's face, he immediately got up and chased after her, "Sir, Liu Ji is willing to follow you at your side~~~"

Chen Ran led his mount and signaled Liu Ji to lead another packhorse that was carrying many packages and boxes.

He immediately took out a stack of Qin coins from his clothes and handed them to the Liu family members who had chased after him.

"Since you are my retainer, I will not treat you unfairly. These should be regarded as the salary that Liu Ji has withdrawn first, in return for the kindness of raising you."

Looking at the thick stack of Qin red coins handed over, the Liu family members were dumbfounded.

These are all hundred-yuan bills. At this time, a cow in Pei County is worth just over a hundred yuan.

Qin coins are very valuable because there are copper coins circulating as change below the smallest denomination of one yuan.

The pile that Chen Ran handed over was estimated to be several thousand or even tens of thousands. Liu Ji was also greatly shocked.

But after the shock came joy and pride. Perhaps he was born with a big heart. Liu Ji immediately said to his family, "Take what the Lord has given you. I will come back after I have accomplished great deeds with the Lord!"

Liu Taigong stretched out his hand tremblingly to take the Qin coin, and looked at Liu Ji who was leading the horse farther and farther away with a complicated expression, "You have made great progress~~~"

“No one should touch this money.”

When he got home, Grandpa Liu said on the spot, "Save it for Liu Ji to find a wife!"

Liu Ji's wife was a little dissatisfied. "You don't need so much for a daughter-in-law. It's not like you're marrying a young lady."

"Humph!"

His son has made great progress, and Mr. Liu is immediately confident. "Just find him a daughter!"

Liu Ji looked around for a while and asked in confusion, "Your Majesty, is it true that you don't have any followers or retainers?"

"Well, no."

The public security is not good these days, and bandits are rampant.

Traveling alone is very dangerous.

Ying Zheng did provide Chen Ran with followers, but he left them all in Daliang.

As for Chen Ran himself, even if he was traveling alone, what he needed to worry about were the bandits.

After all, it was really unlucky for the bandits to meet Chen Ran.

No matter in which time and space, Chen Ran treats the people very well.

But if he encounters a thief, he will always wipe out the root of the problem.

Chen Ran looked at Liu Ji, whose eyes were wandering around, and said with a smile, "Just say whatever you want to say."

"Your Majesty."

Liu Ji immediately said, "I do know a few heroes, some are eloquent, some are brave, and some are intelligent. I wonder if Your Majesty is interested in recruiting them?"

He is still quite loyal and wants to help his old brothers.

"also."

Chen Ran's smile did not fade. "Then lead the way."

Liu Ji was so happy that he turned around and went to look for him. "I don't know your majesty's taboo~~~"

"My last name is Chen and my name is Ran. What's yours?"

"My name is Liu Ji."

"Liu Ji?" Chen Ran thought for a moment and said, "Why not call me Liu Bang from now on?"

Liu Ji was stunned for a moment, then he responded, "Thank you for the name, Your Majesty."

The first person Liu Bang looked for was Lu Wan.

Not only was this person also from Zhongyangli, Fengyi, Pei County, but he was also born on the same day of the same month and year as Liu Bang. They played and studied together since childhood and had a very close relationship.

Now that Liu Bang has something good happening, the first person he thinks of is Lu Wan.

Without any hesitation, Lu Wan immediately chose to follow Chen Ran with his good brother.

Chen Ran was not stingy and gave Lu Wan a large sum of money for settling down.

There happened to be a funeral in Zhongyangli, and when Liu Bang passed by, he pulled along Zhou Bo, who was playing the drum.

When Liu Bang was trying to pull Zhou Bo back, he also felt uneasy.

After all, a drummer who plays at funerals also wants to be a retainer?

But Chen Ran not only agreed, he even gave Zhou Bo some money.

Liu Bang's confidence immediately increased.

Afterwards, he persuaded Xiahou Ying, who drove a horse-drawn carriage, Fan Kuai, who sold dog meat, and Ren Ao and Cao Shen, who worked as prison guards in the government office, to follow Chen Ran and become his retainers.

Logically speaking, Ren Ao and Cao Shen both have official positions in the government, so they shouldn't follow Chen Ran.

But in fact, in the Qin State, the laws are very strict and ruthless.

They don't get much benefit from being prison guards, but if something goes wrong, the punishment is very severe.

In this case, it is natural to give up the establishment.

However, when Liu Bang led the way to find Xiao He, he was finally rejected.

Upon hearing Liu Bang's recruitment, Xiao He's first reaction was not to consider whether to agree, but to immediately ask Chen Ran for his official seal and certificate.

After all, how could an envoy from the Great Qin go to Qi alone? This person must be a liar!
Chen Ran smiled and signaled Liu Bang to take the wooden box off the pack horse.

After opening it, what appeared in front of everyone were several thick stacks of banknotes, almost filling half of the box.

They are all bright red Qin coins, the ones with the highest face value.

Qin coins have extremely strong purchasing power and cannot be imitated, making them the most popular item wherever they are.

But Chen Ran definitely doesn't care.

After all, he printed these things himself, and he had as many as he wanted, so why would he care?

Under these banknotes were the certificate of appointment given by Ying Zheng and the letter from Ying Zheng to the State of Qi.

The letter was of course genuine, and Chen Ran was indeed here as an envoy.

As for the content of this letter, it threatened the King of Qi to surrender.

If you don't surrender, a million Qin troops will come to destroy Qi.

Xiao He, with a solemn expression, first opened the letter, read the murderous words inside, then looked at the seal at the bottom corner which read 'Received the Mandate from Heaven, May You Live Long and Prosper', his hands were already shaking.

The letter from the government must be authentic. As a man in the government, Xiao He has some ability to distinguish it.

"Don't panic, don't panic. It could have been stolen, or the messenger could have been killed. It's not time to beg for mercy yet."

Xiao He forced himself to calm down, and opened the letter of appointment with trembling hands.

When people see this, they are stunned.

After a moment, he bowed to Chen Ran and said, "Greetings, Imperial Master~~~"

(End of this chapter)