The Red Mansions Across the Four Seas

Chapter 357 Ke Qing Treats You to Drink

On the seventh day of the lunar new year, Jia Min went to Ji Dashi's house and met with Ji Dashi.

Now, the family members of Ji Dashi have arrived in the imperial capital.Therefore, this year I will not go to Yeduju to celebrate the New Year.

After staying at Ji Dashi's house for a while, the two went out together and arrived at Xiawazi.

Xiawazi was bought by Jia Min from Shuntian Mansion when he was handling bus and carriage errands the year before last, and now it is his land.

In the past, he had planned to develop here.Later, because of the training of the government soldiers, he went to Bukui again, so he was delayed.

At present, there are only two industries here, one is the bus and carriage yard in Jia's mansion, and the other is the original firearms workshop.

After the military product workshop moved to Bukui, only the civilian product workshop remained, and Liu Tieshan and Wu Hongmei were in charge here.

Jia Min and Bachelor Ji came here because Nan'er was here to treat guests.

Nan'er used to be the scholar of Ji Dashi, but now he is well-off, but he has never forgotten Ji Dashi.So as soon as Nan'er asked, Master Ji agreed.

Because Liu Tieshan was also here, Jia Min asked him to have a meeting with Nan'er, and the two had a treat together, which saved them from drinking every day.

When Jia Min arrived, Ping'er, Fenghua and Xueyue had already arrived, and they were chatting together and laughing from time to time.

After Ping'er arrived in Bukui, the business of Jia's supermarket fell entirely on the two little girls Fenghua and Xueyue.Although they are not very young, the two of them have seen some worldly experiences in Jia's mansion. In addition, they did business with Jia Min the year before last, and learned a lot.So the business is doing very well.

Jia's Supermarket is a joint venture between Ping'er, Fenghua, Xueyue, Ning'er and Jiaoli.Now that no one else has time, only the two of them are taking care of it.

"Heh, I haven't seen you for a year, you two seem to have grown taller again."

"Happy New Year, Fourth Master Min."

"Fourth Master Min is auspicious."

Saying that, the two little girls were about to kneel down and kowtow.Jia Min hastily stopped him.

"Don't kowtow to me in the future, you have already redeemed yourself, and you can't change this habit."

"Even if you redeem yourself for the rest of your life, the fourth master is also our fourth master."

"It's okay to call fourth master, and you don't need to kowtow. Otherwise, I will ask your sister Ping'er to scold you in the future."

"Sister Ping'er likes us before it's too late, why would she be willing to scold us?"

"That's right, if Sister Ping'er dares to scold us, she won't give it to her if she earns money in the future."

"Little dead hoof, against you, dare not give me money, and see if I don't tear your mouths apart."

Ping'er made a gesture to scare the two of them, they quickly pretended to dodge and laughed together.

Seeing a few people fighting like this, Jia Min couldn't help but think of the time when he led them to start a business in Yeduju.There was a warmth in my heart.

I also remembered that Ning Er was only 16 years old, and now he was working alone in Zhili, while Jiao Li worked hard as a military quartermaster in Bukui. Sometimes he would spend a few months when he went out to purchase raw materials, and he always worked hard without complaint. .Jia Min couldn't help feeling a little sad in his heart.

Alas, if Jiao Li and Ning'er were there, they would be complete.Unpleasant things in this world, there are always nine times out of ten.

During the commotion, Nan'er, Liu Tieshan and Wu Hongmei came over and invited everyone to sit down.

This place is relatively remote, and there are no outsiders. Ji Dashi is also a free and easy person, so he sits at a table regardless of gender, age or age, and starts to eat and drink.

During the dinner, Academician Ji talked with Jia Min about the start of the war, and he was also very emotional.When Jia Min was asked why he opposed the war, Jia Min told the truth.

In fact, the imperial court already knew his views and reasons, and there was nothing to hide from Bachelor Ji.

After hearing this, Master Ji was helpless.

Although he is in a high position now, his main energy is on compiling the "Yuanheng Dictionary", and he doesn't have much say in the matter of the war, so he has to let it go and persuade Jia Min to think about it.

After drinking a meal until after six o'clock in the evening, the gate of the city has been closed, and it is impossible to enter the city.Fortunately, there are many places to live here, and everyone lives here.

On the eighth day of the eighth day, the yamen opened, and Jia Min went to the Ministry of War.

According to the practice of previous years, although the office opened on the eighth day of the Lunar New Year, there were not many people working in the office seriously. Basically, the year was over after the fifteenth day of the first lunar month.

Unexpectedly, as soon as I arrived at the Ministry of War today, I saw a busy scene inside, which seemed to be more lively than usual.

Only then did I remember that the war was about to start, and I was making preparations before the war, so I was naturally going to be busy.

When he came back years ago, Jia Min used to come here to order Mao, so he came here again.The receptionist didn't know how to answer him, but after knowing that he was Jia Min who won the victory in South Wendura, he was more polite and said that he was looking for someone to ask.

After a while, the man came back and said that Li Shangshu had said it, and told him to go back and wait for the letter.If there is any news, he will take the initiative to inform him.

That being the case, Jia Min didn't want to make fun of himself, so he left.

When he went out to lead his horse, he saw Shou'er standing in front of his horse. When he saw Jia Min, Shou'er came up to him.

"It's finally time for Fourth Master Min. My grandma wants me to pass a message to Fourth Master Min."

Jia Min knew that when Shou'er came, it must be related to Keqing.

"My grandma said that in order to thank Fourth Master Min for taking care of Young Master Qin Zhong, the master of the Qin family will invite Fourth Master Min to drink tonight, please be sure to appreciate Fourth Master Min. Grandma has already returned to Qin's Village, when the time comes I will also thank you.”

"I see. You go back and tell your grandma that I will be there on time."

"Then thank you, Fourth Master Min, I'll go back and report to Grandma."

Shou'er got on his horse and left, Jia Min immediately became happy, and all the depression before was swept away.

This is Keqing asking himself to meet her.

During the whole Chinese New Year period, Qin Keqing has been busy with the New Year's affairs of Ningguo Mansion.The two can only take a look at it from a distance when they are treating guests to wine.Every time it is in public, so, in order to avoid suspicion, apart from meeting to say hello and meeting on the first day of the new year, I seldom even talk.

However, this also satisfied the two of them enough.

A plain word and a look are enough to convey everything.

Finally, today, the two can be together.

Jia Min's heart was full of anticipation.

However, at noon today, I still have to go to Liujiazhuang. Today is Fang Xiucai and Tong Xiucai's treat.It was decided years ago, and people have already prepared it, so it is not good if you don't go.

When he came to the gate of Wei Mansion, Wei Ruolan was already waiting for him in the flower hall.One is that the two went to Liujiazhuang for a banquet together.

It's only nine o'clock in the morning, and there is still plenty of time, so I let my horse go slowly on the road, studying while walking.

"The start of the war is a fait accompli and nothing can be changed. The eighteenth day of the first lunar month is about to start."

"I've heard it too. Alas, I used to say that you were eager for quick success. What are they doing now? Wait until the day you lose, and see how they can justify themselves."

"Forget it, Ruolan, we can't take care of that much anymore. The top priority now is how to keep Bu Kui. As long as we keep Bu Kui, there is still room for recovery. If Bu Kui loses, everything will be lost. Even we are going to be unlucky."

"Then let's go back as soon as possible."

"I'm afraid I won't be able to go back for a while."

"Why? If you don't go back, how will you deal with it?"

Jia Min introduced the situation to Wei Ruolan, and Wei Ruolan was angry and helpless after hearing this.

"Don't worry, even if I don't go back, it doesn't matter. I know what you guys are capable of. I have taught you what I should teach you. Just think hard, judge the situation, and keep Bu Kui, I think the problem is not too big."

"I estimate that once the Tatars gain power, they will not be satisfied with North Wendura. At that time, they will definitely take advantage of the victory and pursue to occupy South Wendura."

"This is both a good thing and a bad thing for them. The good thing is that they can control South Wendura and realize their dreams for many years. The bad thing is that their front line has been stretched, their strength has been dispersed, and their fighting spirit may have declined. In order to compete for new interests, there may also be internal rifts.”

"So, after you go back, tell Ziying and Yejun to pay attention to the following points."

"You said."

"First, the officials sent by the imperial court to South Wendura, I estimate that they will go to set up prefectures and counties next month. Once they are stationed, our people will resolutely withdraw and conduct training. No one will stay there, so as not to make mistakes. A senseless sacrifice."

"Secondly, the newly recruited soldiers should hurry up and train the tactics against the Tatars. However, we will resolutely not participate in this war. If someone orders us to participate, we will also resolutely refuse. Our task is to defend Pukwe. If they force you, Just tell them to come up with the imperial decree. Even if the crown prince personally orders it, it won’t work. Remember this, remember it!”

"Okay, unless Chief Min, no one can command us."

"Third, go back and tell Liu Cheng and Dai Zhi to hurry up the production of firearms and stockpile a large amount of ammunition. The firearms factory must be resolutely preserved. This is the foundation for us to live and work in the future, and no one else is allowed to get involved in the firearms factory. The matter of serial guns must be Keep it strictly confidential. Even the imperial army cannot let them know."

"Okay, I see."

"And the most important thing is to prepare for a war with the Tatars. Closely monitor the movements of the Tatars. If they are only in the South Vendura Grassland, we will leave him alone. Once they want to cross Erdaojiang, breaking through the traditional boundaries between the original four major tribes and Bu Kui, must resolutely beat them back."

"In this battle, we must focus on firearms, be steady, ruthless, and accurate, and strike with all our strength. Don't be afraid of wasting ammunition and kill as many enemies as possible."

"You mean, through this battle, they will be completely scared?"

"Yes, that's what it means. When fighting, reveal our identity as the army regiment, and let them know that we are not those bastards. Tell them to completely give up on Bu Kui. When necessary, ask Ruoshui to attack and execute decapitation. , kill several of his generals, and frighten them."

"Tomorrow, you give me the information about the Xinyou Kechang case. I'll check it out when I'm free at home. You can arrange things at home and leave on the tenth day of the Lunar New Year."

"Okay, there's nothing else going on at home. I'll be leaving on the tenth day."

Jia Min and Wei Ruolan made arrangements for Pu Kui all the way. When they arrived at Fang Xiucai's house, it happened to be eleven o'clock. After waiting for about [-] minutes, the banquet started.

Since he was going to see Keqing at night, Jia Min didn't drink much.At one o'clock, the banquet was over.After chatting for a while, Jia Min said goodbye to Wei Ruolan.Along the way, we are studying countermeasures.The two then broke up.

At exactly four o'clock, when Shen Shizheng was the right time, Jia Min arrived at Qin Keqing's mother's home, Qinjiazhuang.

He will see Ke Qing soon.

(End of this chapter)