Before leaving, Zhao Kuo respectfully saluted Zhao Sheng and thanked him. He had thanked Zhao Sheng many times, but this time was probably the most sincere one. Zhao Sheng sent him to the city gate, from Pingyuan Lord's residence to the city gate.
The carriages formed a long queue. If it were not for Zhao Sheng, Zhao Kuo would not be able to transport so much grain. Prince Pingyuan and his retainers lent Zhao Kuo a full three hundred thousand shi of grain.
Zhao Kuo had to distribute two shi of corn to his ministers every month, and this was considered a good treatment. Therefore, one person needed to consume about 24 shi of millet a year, and these 300,000 shi of grain were about
It can support more than 10,000 people for a year. Of course, there are also other livestock. Zhao Sheng has three pastures and a lot of livestock. He promised to send 4,000 sheep and 1,000 pigs to Zhao Kuo. Since Zhao Sheng said so
, then he will definitely not break his promise.
Zhao Sheng didn't like to eat poultry, so it was a pity that he didn't have chickens or ducks. However, Zhao Kuo didn't blame him. After all, Lord Pingyuan had friends all over the world, and they would definitely be able to find poultry and the like.
Ridicule is ridicule, but Zhao Kuo is sincerely grateful to Zhao Sheng. No matter what his motives are, he has helped Zhao Kuo a lot. He has saved Zhao State. With these grains transported to Changping, General Lian Po can continue to persevere.
No matter how much food the Qin people had, they would never be able to hold on for a few more years. If the Qin people had so much food, historically, they would not have had to trap and kill prisoners, and they could have destroyed Zhao in one fell swoop.
Just wait a few more decades.
Zhao Kuo did not stay overnight in Dongwu City. His time was very tight, and Zhao Sheng did things very quickly. As soon as the banquet ended, his retainers had already begun to transport the grain to the carriage. At the same time, several other county towns
, the same is true. Zhao Sheng has his own grain depots in several counties. Zhao Sheng has many followers and retainers. These people go to various counties. They will meet on the road and go to Mafu together.
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Zhao Sheng's family did not have enough carriages, but this was not a problem. Zhao Sheng's status in these eastern counties was too high. The nobles here heard that Zhao Sheng needed carriages and gave them to them without saying a word.
Zhao Shenglai used it, and several companies even sent out their own drivers. The mighty convoy frightened the local people, but after they heard about Lord Pingyuan's righteous deed, they couldn't help but praise him.
It's no wonder he is Mr. Pingyuan. He has spent all his property for the sake of his friends. How can Zhao find another person like this?
Zhao Sheng and Zhao Kuo walked together. Zhao Kuo looked at the carriages on the side with joy. The carriages were piled with food. Zhao Kuo was very happy. Zhao Sheng looked at these carriages proudly and said: "I have ordered them to set off."
Now, they will deliver the food to Mafu, and several other counties are also on the way. They may be able to meet you halfway. I have also sent people to the ranch, and their speed may be slower.
But I'll have them delivered as soon as possible."
Zhao Kuo looked at Zhao Sheng and said sincerely: "Thank you, Mr. Pingyuan."
"And..." Mr. Pingyuan pointed at a group of people in the distance. These were tall people, leading horses, holding strong bows, and belting quivers. There were more than sixty people. Zhao Sheng added: "
It is very unsafe for you to carry so much food. These people are sent by me to protect you. They will escort you to the horse uniform. Several other counties have also sent escort knights, totaling more than 200 people."
Zhao Kuo was already speechless. He looked at Zhao Sheng seriously and said, "I will never forget your kindness and I will definitely repay you." Zhao Sheng looked indifferent and raised his head.
At first, he said arrogantly: "What kind of kindness can these things be? You don't have to be polite, just take them. For friends, I can even sacrifice my life, let alone these external things?"
"Of course I know what kind of person my uncle is. Uncle, I have something to tell you..." Zhao Kuo looked around, lowered his voice, and then said: "As the saying goes, people are better than others, don't you?
If you ask for details and recruit customers, it is inevitable that there will be people with bad intentions among them, which will harm...and ruin your reputation. Please be careful." Zhao Kuo said and bowed to Zhao Sheng again.
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Zhao Sheng slowly put away his arrogant face, smiled and patted Zhao Kuo on the shoulder, "Don't worry, Youzi. I have my own sense of discretion. Take care on the road."
Zhao Kuo nodded, and he sent his carriage out to transport grain. He could only borrow a horse from Zhao Sheng to ride on it. Fortunately, Zhao Kuo had ridden a horse before, so he would not show any timidity. Zhao Kuo got on the horse.
, holding the horse's waist tightly with his legs, holding the reins, and led everyone away from here. The carriage drove slowly towards the distance. The knights sent by Zhao Sheng patrolled back and forth, repelling passers-by in front of them.
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The carriages were still filing out of the city gate, but Zhao Kuo's figure was no longer visible. Zhao Sheng was stroking his beard and looking into the distance with a smile.
"He is still a kind person, not a pure villain." At some point, an old man walked out from Zhao Sheng's side. Although the old man was wearing simple clothes, he still had a different temperament and his eyes were
Wisdom was revealed in it. The old man was very thin, but had a big frame. It could be seen that he was also a warrior when he was young. Hearing the old man's words, Zhao Sheng smiled and said: "Yeah, I don't know how Zhao Sheng could have it."
Such a son!"
"Hahaha~~~", the old man stroked his beard and laughed.
"Originally, we arranged people to anger him and let him leave on his own. Who knew that at his age, he could be so forbearing and calmly deal with such rebuke. Now I really envy Zhao She
Ah." Zhao Sheng sighed, turned around and walked towards the city. The old man followed him and said: "However, he has helped you a lot. If it weren't for him, there really would be no way to support you.
It’s flattened.”
"Yes.. This boy must have thought that I was hypocritical and hypocritical. I didn't care about the lives of the soldiers, but only cared about my own reputation. So I simply acted out for him the Pingyuan Lord in his heart...my real Yuzi.
, who is always on tenterhooks and is wary of me in every possible way, how can I not be a hypocritical person? If I am not careful, I will win over the soldiers with the intention of treason..."
Zhao Sheng said helplessly.
"But it's different now. You just borrowed food from Zhao Kuo. Zhao Kuo is going to deliver the food. Isn't he afraid of a child?" The old man said, raised his head again, and said seriously.
: "It's a pity that you bear all the food, but this reputation belongs to Zhao Kuo, and the soldiers will not appreciate your favor."
"Hahaha~~" Zhao Sheng turned around and joked: "You are too deep into the drama, Zhao Kuo has already left! I am the son of Zhao State, Zhao State is my country, and I will die for Zhao State
It’s a natural thing to do on the battlefield, let alone sending some food and livestock?”
But the old man said firmly: "If you were the king of Zhao State, Zhao State would never end up like this. I..."
"No need to say more!" Zhao Sheng's face became solemn and he said: "If you say such things again, I will cut off my own ears." The old man sighed helplessly, looked up at the sky and said: "
I know you are worried about the reputation of treason, but you must know that treason is an act of killing the king and causing trouble to the country. Your starting point is to save the country, and the final result must be to repel the enemy and protect the people. Your purpose and result
It is not in line with the standards of rebellion, so how can such behavior be considered rebellion?"
Zhao Sheng was speechless. He pulled out the dagger from his waist and placed it on his left ear. The old man had no choice but to close his mouth in a hurry.
Only then did Zhao Sheng put down his dagger. He stopped talking about the matter and said: "However, what Zhao Kuo said is also very reasonable. Although I have taken many villains under my command due to unavoidable circumstances, I still can't.
We cannot allow them to go too far. Mr. Gongsun, please help me get rid of some people with bad behavior. Don't get rid of all of them, but leave some behind so that my son You can rest assured."
Mr. Gongsun nodded, and Zhao Sheng walked into the mansion. Seeing the guys with fake smiles in front of him, even though he was disgusted, he still said with a proud face: "Today's things are not worth revealing. You guys
No need to tell anyone about it!" The few people nodded, sent Zhao Sheng away, and then walked out of the house muttering.
"This idiot, who has been deceived by Zhao Kuo for so many things, still wants to publicize his own deeds?"
"Forget it, he's not bad to us. Let's go do something and make it known to everyone. Maybe there will be a reward!"