Chapter 80 Meeting someone who is not afraid of death
Zhu Bai secretly complained: Why is there such a short-sighted person? Zhu Ping is good at causing trouble, but he still comes to provoke him.
Zhu Fang sneered: "Who is this person? He has such great style. If I won't leave, what can he do?"
He and Zhu Bai were wearing casual clothes today, and they didn't show their tooth tags.
Zhu Bai was small, and they didn't even ride a horse, they came all the way on foot.
It's not surprising that the shopkeeper treats them as ordinary young men.
But they come first.
There are three seating rooms upstairs, one table in each room, so they don't affect each other.
No matter how many distinguished guests are next door, everyone can sit in their own way. Why do you have to drive others away?
The shopkeeper was so helpless that he could only keep bowing: "You two gentlemen, I feel aggrieved. I will treat you two to tea today, and I will not charge you for tea."
Zhu Xi rolled his eyes: "Go away. Do you care about your tea money? I won't leave today."
Zhu Bai smiled and waved to the shopkeeper: "The shopkeeper is teasing us here, why not go talk to the customers next door and tell them not to be so picky. If you want to reserve the place, come early next time."
The shopkeeper could only sigh and go next door again.
Immediately someone next door said loudly: "Who is this ignorant person? Let me go over and beat them away."
When Zhu Xi heard this, he rolled up his sleeves and stood up to go over.
Zhu Bai held him down and whispered: "These people are so arrogant and domineering. They are just the local gangsters in Xicheng. Second brother, don't you want to hear what they have to say about important matters?"
As long as there's no fighting, that's fine.
No matter who he is.
When Zhu Xi heard this, he agreed and sat down again.
"Master Li, don't panic." Someone next door also held down the noisy man and asked the shopkeeper, "What kind of customer is next door?"
The shopkeeper replied: "He is a young man of 18 or 19 years old, with a child of 7 or 8 years old."
The man added: "Oh, it turns out they are two young boys. No wonder. Just let them go. It won't be a problem."
When the shopkeeper received the amnesty, he quickly flattered him: "Master Deng is worthy of commanding people. You really have a lot."
Zhu Xi suddenly froze there.
Zhu Bai caught a glimpse of his sudden change in expression, lowered his eyes and thought for a moment: Wait, this can't be Deng Zhiqiu's uncle Deng Xie.
He vaguely remembered that Deng Xi served as a commanding officer in the Xicheng Guards House.
It's like a sesame falling into the eye of a needle. What a coincidence.
Zhu Ping glanced at Zhu Bai quickly and nervously.
Zhu Bai was counting the preserved fruits on the plate as if nothing had happened.
Zhu Xi secretly breathed a sigh of relief: No matter how talented he is, he is only seven or eight years old. How can he know the relationship between everyone?
The people next door have already started discussing things.
Deng Xi said: "Have you studied the ten laws promulgated by soldiers and horses?"
Mr. Li said: "Oh... if the Military and Horse Division really strictly implements these ten rules, how can we still mess around?"
Someone else said: "Eh? Mr. Deng, you are the uncle of Princess Qin. King Qin is in charge of the Western Army and Horses Division. Could it be that he doesn't even give you face?"
Deng Xi sighed: "At the age King Qin is now, his mind is filled with loyalty and service to the country. If nothing happens, he would like to arrest a few people to perform meritorious service and show it to the emperor. Let alone if anything happens."
Zhu Xiang's face turned red and white, and he clenched his hands tighter and tighter, as if he wanted to crush the teacup.
Zhu Bai was a little worried.
If he goes over and overturns the table right now and gets hurt, it will be even harder for him to work in the future.
These people are experienced and have military exploits, so they cannot be defeated head-on.
Fortunately, Zhu Ping held back and did not move.
Mr. Li said: "Don't be afraid even if King Qin comes. Zhao Gang, a defeated general, dare not point fingers at us. King Qin hates hatred and hates the old generals of the Yuan Dynasty the most. Even if someone from Zhao dares to tell him, he may not do it.
letter."
Deng Lai: "Now we only have this advantage."
Zhu Bai took a sip of tea and hid the smile at the corner of his mouth: When it comes to being a sinister person, no one can beat Lao Zhu.
He brought Zhu Xi to Xicheng because he must have wanted Zhu Xi to handle Deng Xi himself.
If other princes were to take charge of Xicheng, it would be hard to deal with Deng Xi.
Zhu Ping would be offended if Deng Xiu was punished. If Deng Xiu was not punished, Xicheng would not be able to recover.
Fortunately, I had a sudden impulse to drink tea today and accidentally overheard these people's plan. Otherwise, it would be me who would suffer in the end. Even if the lie was made, Zhu Xi might not be willing to believe it.
Dry!
Come to think of it, Lao Zhu asked me to accompany him, wasn't he just trying to trick me?!
Deng Lai asked again: "How did you collect the money this month?"
Mr. Li: "I have collected more than half of it. There are some families who are crying and refusing to give. Most of them saw the ten items posted and felt that someone was supporting them, so they didn't want to give."
Deng Lai: "Collect them all as soon as possible. It will save you many nights and dreams. If you dare to delay the payment, let them go to jail for a few days. And tell these people to keep their mouths tight and stop talking nonsense."
Zhu Bai finally understood. The people living in Xicheng were all untouchables, and the laws of the court imposed many restrictions on these people.
Deng Xi was originally responsible for defending the capital and had the right to arrest suspects.
Even if they are loyal and honest people, if they don't pay the protection fee, Deng Xi can find any excuse to get them in.
On the contrary, those who are real thieves, murderers and arsonists can live in Xicheng with peace of mind as long as they pay a little money.
Of course, if you commit another crime, it will be a different matter.
The victims have nowhere to go if they want to sue. After all, they are originally "black households" in Yingtian Mansion.
We chatted for a few more words and then left.
The sound of footsteps left the seating area and went downstairs. Zhu Bai saw the figures of those people walking away with their hands behind their backs or strutting away.
The brand-new black gauze hat and fine fur coat shone coldly in the sun, which was particularly ironic.
Zhu Bai, who was just watching the fun, was so angry that he said: What a group of arrogant and domineering officials, they really have a way to make money...
If I'm not a very random person, and I don't want to cause trouble, I'll go down and flip your hat now.
Zhu Xi was also furious. He clenched his fists and took a deep breath. He stood up and saluted Zhu Bai.
Zhu Bai tilted his head and asked, "Second brother, what are you doing?"
Zhu Xi said: "Second brother, I have something to ask you."
Zhu Bai said: "Second brother, you're welcome, just say it."
Zhu Yan said: "Please, my twelfth brother, please don't tell anyone about today's matter for the time being. Let me handle it."
Zhu Bai grinned: "Second brother, are you talking about drinking tea today? I just want to eat, drink, have fun, and don't care about anything else. Besides, it has nothing to do with me."
Zhu Xi bowed again: "Thank you very much, twelfth brother. I will repay this favor later."
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The two of them estimated that the group of people next to them had gone far away, so they came down and went straight to the Xicheng Army and Horse Department.
Master Zhao, commander of the Xicheng Army and Horse Division, heard that Zhu Xi was coming and came out to greet him at the door.
Zhu Bai originally sympathized with these military commanders.
Now that I see Mr. Zhao, I feel more and more that he is the most annoying among the five commanders, bar none.
In terms of military exploits, he should be at least a third-grade general now.
It's just that he came over from the Yuan army a little late, and Lao Zhu was somewhat afraid of him, so when the founding of the country was based on his merits and officials, he was only given the command of the sixth rank.
The difference is several levels after going back and forth.
Moreover, the position of the Military and Horse Division is very thankless.
