Chapter 510 Controlling the magistrate of Longtan Town (2)
In the hall, the county magistrate of Longtan Town was wearing an official uniform and an official hat. He was sitting high above the hall with a dignified appearance and a serious expression. He received the news from the Yamen servant and went directly to the hall to wait. The county magistrate looked at the people from outside. Li Zhen and his party walked in and frowned, because the people in front of them were not gorgeously dressed, but they were a group of people with slightly fierce faces, giving people the feeling of thieves.
Li Zhen led people into the hall, clasped his fists and said, "Mu Chen, a common man, has met your Excellency."
"Um."
The county magistrate nodded, waved his hand condescendingly and said, "Sit down."
Li Zhen sat down in the hall, Huang Qiang and Long Ao stood behind Li Zhen. As for Long Er to Long Shisan, they were all waiting outside the hall. Li Zhen looked neither humble nor arrogant, and was the first to say: "Sir, the common people are here to pay homage to you this time. , I have one thing to ask your help, sir."
"Oh, I need help with something."
The county magistrate raised his eyebrows and raised the corners of his mouth in an arc.
The county magistrate always accepts those who come to him to ask him to do things, but he has to pay a certain price.
Long Ao stood behind Li Zhen and sneered in his heart, because Li Zhen just said a word and had successfully aroused the county magistrate's emotions and mobilized the county magistrate. As long as the county magistrate took the bait, it would be easy to control the county magistrate's affairs. After the completion, Long Ao stood quietly behind Li Zhen, watching the gaffe develop.
Li Zhen said: "Your Majesty, it is clear that the common people really need your help."
"whats the matter."
The county magistrate smiled like a Maitreya Buddha, with no hint of impatience on his face and a sparkling look in his eyes.
After Huang Qiang saw it, he wanted to laugh in his heart.
When they first entered, the county magistrate was sitting high and majestic, showing the attitude of an official looking at the people, with contempt in his eyes. But now, he was extremely kind. From the expression of the county magistrate, Huang Qiang guessed that he had understood that the county magistrate was I was thinking about how to get money from Li Zhen, so I was so patient.
Even if Li Zhen deliberately did not say what was going on for the time being, the county magistrate had to be patient.
Li Zhenjian aroused the county magistrate's thoughts, sighed, and continued: "Sir, Nanjing has been very uneasy recently. You also know that Li Zhen led his army to Longtan Town, causing people to panic. Now there are wars in the surrounding areas. Many people The common people and businessmen have fled. The common people do not want to leave their homeland and need help from adults."
Li Zhen spoke very generally, but did not explain what the specific matter was.
When the county magistrate heard this, a trace of impatience flashed in his eyes.
Just now, he had asked questions continuously, but Li Zhen always said that he could help with things, which made him anxious. He wanted to know but Li Zhen didn't say anything, which was very embarrassing.
The county magistrate said: "Just tell me what it is."
Li Zhen nodded and said: "Since your Excellency is so forthcoming, the common people will tell you directly."
When the county magistrate heard this, the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.
This person is too wordy.
If nothing really happened, he would definitely slap the person in front of him to death.
Li Zhen took the county magistrate's expression into consideration and snickered in his heart. He stopped joking with the county magistrate. He changed the topic and said seriously: "To be honest with the magistrate, Mu is a businessman, dealing in medicinal materials. Because Li Zhen attacked Longtan Town, the business was affected, and the family was also panicked and uneasy. Mu came to the county government to see the Lord. He wanted to discuss with the Lord whether he could buy some weapons from the Lord. He asked for the nearest As for the musket, as long as the goods are good, the price can be negotiated."
When the county magistrate heard this, his eyes suddenly lit up.
He didn't even think about the fact that weapons couldn't be sold randomly. He simply swallowed and looked at Li Zhen as if he was looking at a mountain of gold and silver.
People who are in the medicinal business are very wealthy.
He would be really sorry for himself if he didn't search for it.
The county magistrate took a deep breath, quickly calmed down, and then said seriously: "Mr. Mu, the county government does have a batch of weapons, which were recently shipped from Nanjing. They are all good goods, but the price may be a bit expensive. ah."
Li Zhen waved his sleeves and said nonchalantly: "It doesn't matter. The price is easy to talk about. What I care about is the quality of the goods. Sir, can you show me the musket first?"
"sure."
The county magistrate suddenly stood up and said eagerly: "There is a newly obtained musket hidden in my study. It looks and performs well. Why don't we go to the study to have a look first and then discuss the specific price? What do you think? ."
"good."
Li Zhen nodded in agreement, waved his hand and said: "Your Majesty, please."
After Long Ao and Huang Qiang heard this, they looked at each other.
There was joy in the eyes of both of them. This county magistrate is really considerate. Originally, Li Zhenhe and the two came to see the county magistrate. Because they wanted to control the county magistrate, they must not do anything in a big way, otherwise they would easily alert the county government soldiers. Now that I have gone to the magistrate's study, I am alone, and the situation is different.
The county magistrate walked in front, and Li Zhen followed behind with Long Ao, Huang Qiang and others.
When they arrived at the study, the county magistrate walked in swaggeringly. Li Zhen took Long Ao inside, while Huang Qiang and the soldiers of the Long Group were waiting outside to prevent any accidents.
The study room is decorated in an antique style and is very luxurious.
Long Ao stood at the door and closed the door without following.
The county magistrate hurriedly walked into the study, pointed to the wall next to the desk, and said: "Mr. Mu, my gun is placed on the wall. Look at its appearance and exquisite condition. It is definitely a good value for money. Cheap stuff."
Li Zhen smiled and said, "Sir, can I try it?"
"certainly."
The county magistrate was already thinking about making a lot of money, so he lost all precautions. He quickly took off the gun, then handed the latest breech-loading rifle to Li Zhen's hand and said: "Here, Give it a try, once you try it, you will definitely fall in love with this weapon, it is absolutely a good product."
Li Zhen asked: "Sir, are there any bullets in it?"
The county magistrate nodded and said: "There are bullets, you can try them."
"Oh, there are really bullets."
As Li Zhen spoke, he immediately checked it and found that it was really loaded with bullets. Li Zhen laughed and said to himself that this county magistrate is really a good county magistrate.
The county magistrate saw Li Zhen smiling and laughed too, feeling very happy.
A very rich man comes before you, and you must kill him.
Li Zhen chuckled and said, "Sir, it's great to have bullets."
"okay."
Just as the county magistrate answered, he saw Li Zhen aiming his gun at him. Immediately, the magistrate's eyes widened and he took two steps back in fright. He waved his hands repeatedly and said, "Mr. Mu, what are you doing? You don't want to buy it." Weapons, I have a lot of weapons for you, don’t joke, you must not make such a joke."
Li Zhen chuckled and said, "Who are you kidding? I am serious."
"ah."
The county magistrate exclaimed, and his expression suddenly changed.
