The horseman in front reported back: "Sir, someone beat a woman in the busy market. Many people gathered around to watch, blocking our way."
"oh?"
Yang Hao was curious, so he opened the sedan curtain and leaned towards the street. Seven or eight feet away, he saw a short, middle-aged man wearing a military robe with a copper coin pattern and a military cap on his head. He was grabbing a The young woman's hair was tied up in a bun, and she was slapped all over her head and face, causing her hair to become disheveled, her mouth and nose to bleed, and she was in an indescribable embarrassment.
Yang Hao frowned and saw many people watching on the street, but no one came forward to persuade him. He said displeasedly: "What is this? A grown man beats a woman in the street, so many people are watching here, but no one comes forward to persuade him. Bisu..."
Bi Su understood, nodded to him and slipped off his horse, squeezing into the crowd like a loach. Yang Hao looked at the guard from a distance. Although he was wearing a guard robe, his face was full of flesh, with two goldfish eyes and thick eyebrows. He has a heavy beard and is very fierce, just like a butcher who kills pigs.
The young woman was originally very good-looking, but he beat her to the point where her hair was disheveled, her face was bruised, and her cheeks were red and swollen. The man still slapped her hard and unceremoniously, while cursing, and her appearance was very bad. .It’s just that the man spoke in a thick dialect and spoke quickly. Yang Hao was far away and couldn’t hear clearly what he was cursing.
After a while, Bi Su emerged from the crowd, jumped into the car, spread his hands and said, "Sir, we can't take care of it. A big official is teaching his concubine, who can take care of it?"
Yang Hao asked: "Why?"
Bisu said politely: "I just got the news. This man's nickname is Zheng Chenghe. He is a nouveau riche. Now he specializes in the fur business. He sometimes sells donkeys, mules, cattle and horses. His family is not big or small, and his family fortune is not big or small. A well-known merchant in Fugu..."
Yang Hao interrupted: "I'm asking why he beat that woman...beating his own concubine."
Bi Su smiled bitterly and said: "This man is a notoriously jealous husband. It is said that even the guard dogs in his backyard are not allowed to be male. He has beautiful concubines and more than ten maids at home. If there is the slightest disobedience, he will be beaten." Just then, when he and his concubine came out of the nearby jewelry store, they passed by a young man. The young man only smiled politely at his concubine and did not do anything else. Knowing that my own officials were very jealous, I didn't even dare to look at the young man. I didn't want to be seen by Official Zheng, so I was so jealous that I dragged my own concubine over and beat her. This is the situation. How can others take care of one's own affairs?"
Yang Hao remembered that his mother was also a humble woman who had been abused by others and had no status. This touched his heart and couldn't help but get angry. As soon as he bent down and got out of the car, he wanted to jump out of the car. There was a young man sitting on the left side of the car. The man's name was He Jingxiao. He was originally a clerk in a county government in the Northern Han Dynasty. He was recruited by Yang Hao to the magistrate's government office. When he came to Fugu this time, when he saw his actions, he immediately advised: "No, sir, this is the prefecture." valley."
Yang Hao said angrily: "So what?"
He Jing said with a smile: "Sir, if the people don't promote them, the officials won't investigate them. What's more, this is an official's lesson to the concubines, and the government can't control it. Besides, my lord, you are not the prefect of the valley. I want to offend General Zhe. He is a member of the people and has important things to do. Why should he care about other people's private affairs? I think it is better not to interfere in such matters."
The autumn wind blew in his face, and Yang Hao regained his consciousness. He was stunned for a long time, sighed sadly, sat back in the car gloomily, and said in a deep voice: "Keep away the passers-by and take a detour."
Seeing that he looked unhappy, Bi Su didn't dare to say anything. He hurriedly signaled to the driver to drive the car to the side of the road, dismissed the onlookers and walked around. When he walked next to the official Zheng, a young man in black clothes suddenly emerged from the crowd.
He grabbed Zheng Chenghe's wrist, raised his eyebrows upside down, and shouted sternly: "You bastard, why are you beating a woman like this?"
Not only did this young man have a clear voice, but he also looked as handsome and charming as a gentle virgin. When Zheng Chenghe saw him, he couldn't help but sneered and shouted: "It's you, it's you, that person just now is you. You guys
You guys and girls, I can tell from the way you look at you that you are not easy to get along with, how about it? How about it? As soon as I beat this bitch here, you couldn't help but jump out. Little slut, you still said you didn't
If you have an affair with someone, how can he jump out for you? Master, I will not kill you in the street today, this wretched maid, it will be difficult to relieve the hatred in my heart."
When Yang Hao looked at the young man in black clothes, his eyes suddenly showed a look of surprise, and he said in a voiceless voice: "Miss Zhe?"
The young man in black clothes was Zhe Ziyu, who had become a hairpin. When Zheng Chenghe roared with jealousy and hatred, she was angry and funny at the same time. She couldn't help but scornfully said: "Selfish and jealous, beating women, what kind of woman can do that?"
A man like you is really unlucky for eight lifetimes. Please tell me clearly whether this girl is a boy or a girl!"
She straightened her chest, and there was no Adam's apple on her high-raised neck. The buds on her chest slightly rose into graceful curves. Coupled with her handsome and charming facial features and her clear and sweet voice, she was clearly a woman wearing men's clothing.
The people who were watching suddenly realized that they couldn't help but burst into laughter. When Zheng Chenghe saw that the other party was actually a woman, he realized that he had misunderstood his concubine. He blushed and screamed for a while, but suddenly became angry again and raised his legs.
With one kick, he kicked the concubine who was crying with joy, and cursed fiercely: "You shameless maid, can't you see that she is a woman? You are so arrogant for no reason when you see a girl wearing men's clothes.
You laugh, you are so dissolute, I will try to deal with you like a prodigal when I get home!"
After Zheng finished cursing, he got into his carriage dejectedly. He kicked the rather pretty young woman to the ground without mercy, covering her calf and groaning in pain. Zheng Chenghe sat down in the car.
He yelled angrily: "Why don't you get in the car? Are you going to embarrass me?"
The woman did not dare to neglect, and hurriedly got up, holding back her tears, and limped into his carriage. Like a dog that had been beaten by its owner, she timidly came to his side. Zheng Cheng
He raised his nostrils to the sky, kicked his feet on the pedal, and the carriage drove forward.
When Zhe Ziyu saw the woman's unsatisfactory look, she stamped her feet bitterly and was about to turn around and leave when Yang Hao called out urgently: "Miss Zhe."
Zhe Ziyu raised his head in response, and when he saw him, his pretty eyes widened in surprise, with a look of joy.
In fact, Zhe Ziyu already knew that Yang Hao arrived in Fugu City and was rejected by her elder brother. She was also well aware of her elder brother's thoughts. She did not want to use her influence on this matter
What intervention to do.
She knows exactly what Luling Prefecture is doing these days and what the results are. The man she likes is like a fairy who can turn iron into gold. Luling Prefecture, which has nothing, treats everyone as a place of death. Lingzhou has turned into a geomantic treasure land in the blink of an eye. Isn't it still unable to cope with the tricks of his elder brother?
After learning that Yang Hao had been rejected and returned home, he immediately sent out invitations to a banquet for the officials and gentry in Fugu. Zhe Ziyu knew that Yang Hao was trying to find out the bottom line of his eldest brother. His beloved lover and his eldest brother, who was like his father, fought with each other and bargained for their own interests. , as smart as she is, she naturally wants to stay out of the matter. Moreover, this ice-smart little woman thinks this is a very interesting thing. She wants to see whether her elder brother is tougher or the other one is better. So even though I desperately wanted to meet Yang Hao, I temporarily suppressed my feelings and hid behind the scenes.
She also knew about Yang Hao's visit to Xiaofanlou today, but she deliberately stayed out of it. Her ninth uncle had gone to the Central Plains because of the government's move to cut down the vassal vassal. Now she temporarily succeeded his ninth uncle and took on the secret espionage affairs of the Zhe Mansion. , these days are also very busy. For the convenience of movement, I often travel in men's clothes. Unexpectedly, when I want to see him, I can't see him. When I want to avoid him, I bump into him.
Zhe Ziyu complained in his heart, but he pretended to be happy and got into the car. As soon as he got close to him, he remembered his last impulsive reaction. Before he spoke, Zhe Ziyu's face turned red first and he said softly: "I was just thinking when the autumn wind started blowing. But I didn’t see you coming. After thinking about it, you came.”
Yang Hao reached out and lowered the sedan curtain, which made Zhe Ziyu even more uncomfortable. He quietly moved his hips to the side of the seat. Yang Hao took her hand and said affectionately: "I never thought that I would meet you here. I just returned I'm worried and don't know where to find you."
Seeing that he cared about her, Zhe Ziyu felt happy in her heart. She pursed her lips and whispered, "I too...I miss you all the time..."
After saying this, the two of them were speechless again. Yang Hao held her soft little hand, and they looked at each other holding hands, with deep affection in their eyes. The wheels were rolling, and I don't know how long it had passed before Zhe Ziyu said "Ah." She woke up with a sound. She withdrew her hand, gently brushed the hair on her temples, and said coyly: "Where...are you going?"
"Oh," Yang Hao said, "I'm hosting a banquet in Xiaofan Tower to entertain the officials and gentry of Fugu. You... go with me."
"What?" Zhe Ziyu was "surprised" when he heard this, and hurriedly waved his hands and said: "I can't do it, I can't do it, you... you are the magistrate of Luling now, and the people you are hosting the banquet are all high-ranking officials and wealthy businessmen in Fugu. I am a little girl, I……"
Yang Hao gently held her hand again and said softly: "Invitations are scattered everywhere today. The invitations have already stated that this is a casual banquet with no official business. It is just to thank the gentry in Fugu for the hospitality they gave me last time. Everyone. Wealthy officials, gentry, and wealthy people can come with their families. I know that the Northwest is not as good as the Central Plains, and women’s families can also share the banquet. What are you afraid of?"
After hearing this, Zhe Ziyu raised his head with a look of surprise in his eyes. The person he was bringing was a female family member. What was he taking him to do? Although Yang Hao didn't say this clearly, he clearly acknowledged their relationship. .Could it be that my whole life really depends on him?
Zhe Ziyu suddenly thought of Fuyaozi's vague words that day, and suddenly felt uneasy in his heart. It was really not a good thing to predict certain things. Otherwise, there would be only joy at this moment, and there would be no worries about gains and losses. What Fuyaozi said about the fate of two husbands, he ...It would be better if nothing happens to him.
Miss Zhe's thoughts were changing. Yang Hao saw her happy and said nothing. He just said that she agreed and said happily: "It's fine if you agree. Let's go now."
He looked up and down with a smile and said with a smile: "Although you are wearing men's clothing, you are still beautiful, charming and dignified. Haha, I think... your limelight tonight must be overshadowed by the beauty of all the ladies of the officials and gentry."
Miss Zhe secretly complained: "It's terrible now. How many of the officials and gentry he entertained don't recognize my face? I just let him go. Forget about wearing men's clothes, I'm just wearing a beggar's clothes."
It will definitely shock the whole audience. My eldest brother was just about to give him a blow, but I just let him go in and out..., Ku Ye, Ku Ye, what should I do?"
Even though Ziyu was full of clever ideas, she had no idea at this time. At that time, men and women were more reserved about their feelings and were not as open as they are now. Even if Yang Hao wanted to propose marriage, he would only hire a matchmaker to discuss the marriage with her parents.
I will not measure up with her in private. Now inviting her to the banquet is the clearest confession. If she refuses, will it give Yang Hao a wrong signal and make him mistakenly think that she does not want to marry him?
With this worry, Zhe Ziyu did not dare to refuse rashly, but if she did not refuse... Miss Zhe's eyes widened unconsciously: The banquet tonight was really exciting...
Xiaofan Tower was occupied by Yang Hao today. In the hall, some officials and gentry who arrived earlier were already sitting on the wine table under the picture of hundreds of birds facing the phoenix. However, none of the officials and merchants with higher status arrived. With their
As for status, there is no such thing as showing oneself before the master arrives and lowering one's status.
But the young masters of the Zhe family didn't care about that. The eldest among them was only eighteen years old, and they were all lively and active teenagers. They had no patience to wait, so they arrived at the place early. Seeing the young masters of the Zhe family arriving, some wanted to make sure.
Officials and merchants who were aware of the government's intentions came over to check on them.
At this time, the banquet had not started yet, but Xiaofanlou was the number one restaurant in Fugu, so it took good care of it. Candied dried fruits, sake, and tea were served one after another. Zhewei drank the real wine and drank it happily, so he said loudly: "Don't you guys?"
I have to ask, my father has always been majestic, how can I, the young master, go to find out more about him? So you can’t get any information from me."
All the officials and gentry were immediately disappointed. Zhe Haichao laughed and said: "If Luling Prefecture gives up force and concentrates on merchants, then I, Fugu, might as well share a share of the pie with him. But Yang Hao did not ask my uncle for instructions, so he made his own decisions.
It's too arrogant, so we have to suppress his arrogance. Furthermore, if he is in awe, won't our Fugu gain some benefits as well?"
After hearing this, all the officials and gentry nodded repeatedly, but the cautious one still asked: "Second Young Master, is this... to break the general's will?"
Zhe Weixin snorted and said: "Although my father didn't say it clearly, can't I, as his son, understand his intentions? I went to the banquet today because I didn't want to cut off Yang Hao's thoughts, but it wasn't just a matter of friendship.
, hello, hello, hello. In a moment, my uncle Ren will be coming to the banquet, and you will know the clues then. Please be patient, and just watch my uncle’s eyes and act, so that he can know the officials and gentry in my mansion.
Yi Xin, if you want to get the support of my Fugu, are you afraid that he won't give up huge profits?"
When the officials heard what he said so clearly, they couldn't help but smile and nodded in agreement.
At this time Zhe Weichang ran in happily and said: "Come on, come on, Yang Hao's car has arrived at the entrance of the alley."
Zhe Wei said hurriedly: "Quick, quick, everyone returns to his position. Everyone returns to his position. Don't mess up your own position first."
The petty officials and merchants all rushed back to their seats. Zhe Weizheng and others wanted to give Yang Hao another blow today, so they deliberately sat swaying around and poured all the wine into their glasses. They drank by themselves as if no one was around, hoping to make him Yang Hao.
As soon as Hao came in, he knew that they did not take the Luling magistrate and regimental training envoy seriously.
Yang Hao's car drove into the alley, and when Zhe Ziyu saw that he had arrived at Xiaofan Tower, he felt even more panicked, and he said in a clear voice: "Hao...Brother Hao, you are an official. Now the people you are giving banquets are not officials from Fugu, but from the local government."
Big businessman, I... I am just a commoner's girl with a humble status, how can I meet the families of the officials and gentry. Besides... besides..."
Two peach blossoms appeared on her face, she lowered her head and whispered quietly: "Brother Hao, Ziyu understands your thoughts in his heart. But after all, you and I have never... never had any status, go out like this, provoke
It’s a joke.”
When Yang Hao was called "Brother Hao" by her, infinite tenderness surged in his heart. He had already betrayed a woman who loved him deeply. How could he let this girl who fell in love with him suffer for him again? The scene he just saw on the street
, it deeply stimulated him, her status is humble? Does a good woman with a humble status deserve to be bullied?
He grabbed Zhe Ziyu's wrist and said proudly: "I will now become my next Taoist to learn martial arts as my teacher. My mentor has always acted according to his own will and lived freely. How can I, a disciple, lose my master?"
Face? Naturally, you have to do what you want. Ziyu, don’t be afraid. Anyone who insults you will insult me. From now on, Yang Hao will never allow his woman to be bullied or hurt. Let’s go.
car!"
Zhe Ziyu's heart trembled when he called her "my woman", and she could no longer utter the words of rejection. When he pulled her away, it was as if she had taken ecstasy, and she followed him out of the car obediently.
The little bird lay next to him like a human being, and the only thing that kept echoing in his ears and heart was the words "My woman...my woman..." He was so full of joy and tenderness that he forgot where he was.
When Yang Hao got off the car, he saw a carriage parked next to him. Standing next to the carriage was a short, fat and rude man. Although he was wearing a military robe, his bloated body was as ugly as a water tank. His two short legs
Standing next to the car, it seems that it is not much higher than the wheels.
He was heard yelling into the car in a rough voice: "You bitch, Master, I wanted to take you out to show my face, but look at your face, it looks like a monkey's butt now, how can you meet anyone?"
Yang Hao took a look and found out that this guy was the extremely jealous Zheng Cheng and Zheng Daguan he saw on the road. Zheng Daguan became angrier as he talked. He rolled up his sleeves, spit in his palms and was about to get in the car: "Seeing that the time is up,
I can’t go back and replace myself with someone else. Grandma, come on, come on, let me slap you a few more times until your whole face turns red and you won’t notice anything strange anymore. Sigh!”
The concubine in the car was so frightened that she trembled all over and begged quickly: "Master, please don't hit me anymore. I... I dressed up a little in the car and put on some rouge and gouache. I will be able to cover it up."
"This guy is also here for the banquet? Have I seen him during those banquets?" Yang Hao was startled for a moment, and suddenly remembered that he had refused to go to the banquet several times, and it was Cheng Dexuan who went to the banquet. This
I must have gone there at that time, and now I have received a return invitation based on the original invitation.
Although he despises Zheng Chenghe very much, and even hates it, these people are willing to come to the banquet and attach so much importance to this banquet. They are obviously interested in the huge business opportunities in the future of Luling Prefecture. It is not inconvenient for Yang Hao.
What to say? He snorted secretly, glanced disdainfully at Zheng Chenghe, who was as short as a winter melon, and then gently took Zhe Ziyu's little hand. Her little palm was delicate and her skin was as gentle as jade. She was really...
It makes people never tire of caressing it.
Yang Hao looked back, smiled, and said softly: "Ziyu, let's go."
"Oh..." Zhe Ziyu was led by him step by step towards the gate of Xiaofan Tower like a frustrated little daughter-in-law. She just cried out in her heart: "It's over, it's over, it's over, it's over, it's over, it's over, I am, Zhe Ziyu, I'm going to die now."