Chapter 519: The rotten peach orchard is ripe
Once Lan Tian prompted him, Jiang Wan immediately understood. With Jiang Wan's intelligence, it was not unexpected for him, but important decisions required the nod of the leader.
Guangzhou City seems to welcome guests from all over the world, but in fact it follows the old rules of Quanling.
Lan Tian likes to use the defense policy of loosening up outside and tightening up inside, because it can not only exercise the ability of managers, but also make the environment for the people easier.
The detailed work that Sun Quan sent to Guangzhou City was actually always under the supervision of Lan Tian.
They had no access to the confidential information in Lantian, and they occasionally revealed those insignificant contents only for the people sent back by Hu Ke to deal with them.
Lan Tian vigorously promoted business and education in Guangzhou without raising troops, but Sun Quan never took him lightly. He secretly sent people to incite rebellion in Jiaozhou, hoping to use this to consume Gao Shun's trapped troops.
Unfortunately, God failed to fulfill his wishes. There have been no major natural disasters in Jiaozhou in the past two years. Lantian's planting technology and new grain varieties have been widely promoted in various counties. The people have food and clothing and no one will rebel.
Lin Yi Guo seized the ships and detained the merchant Wang Shi. After this incident was reported back to Guangzhou City, Sun Quan of Jiangdong was responsible for the hidden details.
They vigorously advocated the tyranny of Lin Yi State and interpreted this behavior as a declaration of war against Jiaozhou. They also used the argument that if the state government did not fight, it was because it was afraid of the barbarians, and those who offended our strong Han Dynasty would be punished no matter how far away they were.
Sun Quan's purpose was to kill people with borrowed swords. If Lan Tian sent troops to attack Rinan County, his army would not only have to pass through Shi Xie's defense zone, but fighting across the ocean would be extremely risky.
If these uncertain factors are not handled well, it will easily weaken Jiaozhou's strength, and that is what Sun Quan wants to see.
Wang said that being detained was a good excuse. Lantian's troops could not only conquer the Han Dynasty's lost territory, but also get the rice that he dreamed of occupying the city. However, all this must be done on the premise that Jingzhou is safe.
Lantian saw that Jiang Wan had understood, and then confessed: "I will handle the matter in Rinan County, but we have to wait until the situation in northern Jingzhou becomes clearer, but we cannot ignore it now. I guess Wang Shi is not in danger for the time being.
Later, write a letter to Governor Yuan of Yulin County and ask him to comfort Chen Tu and Wang Shi's family. Since you responded to my suggestion to go to sea, I will be responsible for any problems. If something happens to Shopkeeper Wang,
I will support his wife myself."
"This...you don't have to be like this, right? Shopkeeper Wang went overseas mainly for profit." Jiang Wan explained.
Lan Tian shook his head slightly, "You still have to have an attitude. Gongyan will go to the trade area tomorrow and ask Shi Zhi to persuade his father to ask for people from Lin Yi."
"Shi Weiyan's character..." Jiang Wan seemed a little embarrassed, because the secret of Shi Weiyan's longevity was Gou. How could he stand up for a businessman? He would definitely find an excuse to refuse.
"Our words still need to be spread. When he is unable to deal with Lin Yi, I can use the passage to send troops." Lan Tian smiled slightly.
Jiang Wan couldn't help but nod after hearing this. Lan Tian's interlocking methods are really admirable.
When Lantian sends troops to attack Linyi State, Shixie will not only be willing to use the passage, but may also provide food and grass supplies.
After the two of them talked about Lin Yiguo's affairs, Lan Tian changed the topic and asked Jiang Dong, "Has there been any news about Jiang Dong recently? Especially about Lu Meng, Lu Xun and others?"
"Currently, there is only news from Hu Ke. Sun Quan is mobilizing troops, money and food in various states and counties, probably because he wants to continue to attack Hefei. Lu Meng, who is stationed in Jiangxia, seems to have no sense of existence. As for that Lu Xun, is he very powerful? Why did you mention him alone? Sir, who is this person?
It's a bit special, and Sun Quan probably won't trust him very much." Jiang Wan frowned and replied.
Lan Tian's expression was serious, "Gong Yan, don't underestimate anyone. The Lu family was almost wiped out by Sun Ce before. Lu Boyan supported a large clan at a young age and allowed the Lu family to occupy a position among the Jiangdong clan. How could he be a mediocre person? He must be very capable.
That’s it.”
"I humble my position and receive education." Jiang Wan stood up and bowed his hands in salute.
Lan Tian also stood up: "Anyway, pay close attention to Jiangdong's movements, especially the news about Lu Meng and Lu Xun."
"only."
"Song Chen returned from Hanzhong, and Bo Ping took him back to the camp of the enemy army to reminisce about the past. There should be a banquet in the military area tonight. Can we go there together to welcome him?"
Jiang Wan hurriedly declined: "As a humble person, I have to select articles for the Lingnan newspaper, and I also have to talk to Mr. Shi about the affairs of Rinan County. I won't disturb Mr. Song's pleasure. I'll treat Captain Song to a drink alone later."
"That's fine."
When Lantian saw this, he didn't press for it, because the invitation was indeed abrupt. The trapping army was famous for its strict discipline. Without the permission of the commander-in-chief Gao Shun, the trapping army would not receive anyone, not even Samoko and Pound who wanted to visit.
After sending Jiang Wan out of the back hall of the main hall, Lan Tian twisted his neck and stretched his body. Because of the unexpected incident in Rinan County, he saw too many people in one day, and the sun accidentally set in the west.
Lan Tian walked outside the palace, and Gao Yuan trotted to greet him.
"Sir, the general is in the barracks to clean up the dust for Song Chen. Please go directly after you are done. Lao Lu and the others have also passed by." Gao Yuan clasped his fists and reported.
Lan Tian nodded, "Of course I will be there, but what is Madam doing at this moment? She is the master of the trapped army, and she should go and see Song Chen."
"Now that the sun has gone down, the lord should take the young lady to play in the back house." Gao Yuan guessed.
"You go prepare the carriage first, and I'll ask my wife to go with me." Lan Tian ordered.
"Wei." Gao Yuan nodded.
Lan Tian strode towards the back house. The garden was now full of peach trees. The peaches hanging on the trees were bright in color and would be fully mature in a few days.
Every year in March, Lu Lingqi would be in a good mood, because at that time the peach blossoms in the garden could no longer be closed, and if the fruits were not picked in time, they would automatically start to fall off.
During the first year when the peaches were ripe, Lantian went to Longchuan, Jieyang and other places to inspect.
Because Lu Lingqi was not able to pick them in time and the heavy rains in summer caused countless bright red peaches to fall into the garden and smashed to pieces, Lantian named the place Rotten Peach Garden.
After her first experience of rotten peaches, Lu Lingqi asked Lantian for the time. A few days before the peaches were fully ripe, she asked the maids to pick them all. Except for a small part left for her own consumption, Gao Shun took the rest to the battlefield.
The army went to distribute it.
Lan Tian walked through the rotten peach garden and walked into the backyard. From a distance, he saw Lu Lingqi and her daughter sitting on the porch, enjoying watching the blue pole dancing halberd.
Two-and-a-half-year-old Lan Qing can already walk and run. Compared to her two older brothers who were naughty when they were young, quiet Lan Qing is a typical lady. She sits quietly next to her mother and claps her hands to Lan Yuan from time to time.
There is often such a warm scene in the back house. Lan Tian leans on the doorpost and reminds with a smile: "Xiaojun, the peaches in the garden can be picked in about ten days."
"Father."
"Husband..."
Lu Lingqi was sitting lazily, but she immediately stood up when she heard Lan Tian's voice.
Lan Yuan quickly took back the Vermilion Bird Black Moon Halberd and stood motionless in the middle of the backyard.
Xiao Lanqing threw off her chubby calves and staggered towards Lantian.
Chapter completed!