As soon as Zhou Cang walked in, he could tell that the Zhang family was having a hard time. There was not a single decoration in the house. Apart from the table and benches, there was nothing else in the main room. Although the rice soup and dry biscuits on the table could satisfy the hunger, they were the simplest.
Yes.
Of course, the Zhang family's life is far from "not good" to "miserable".
After asking a few simple questions and understanding the Zhang family's source of livelihood, Zhou Cang was thinking about how to help the other party and make a favor.
But at this moment, there was a noise outside. Two guards guarding the door captured four thieves who kept looking at Zhang's house. Those people were slapped twice and their shouts disturbed Zhou Cang in the house.
"Oh? Looking for trouble?" Zhou Cang was quite surprised. The Zhang family is old, weak and poor, how can anyone come to cause trouble? But when he thought about it, he remembered that the Zhang family seemed to have only got two pieces of fertile land, so he frowned, not being so bullying.
Too much?
So Zhou Cang looked at the old woman Wang Lanping sitting in front of him, and asked with a smile: "Ms. Zhang and Wang, you should know those people outside, right? Why did you come to the door early in the morning to cause trouble? Now I am
I'm here to take good care of you. If you have any trouble, you can tell me and I can help you."
It's not Zhoucang Tuoda. Although he can't interfere in government affairs in the entire Langyuan City, the thousand soldiers in his hands are worthy of everyone. Not to mention bullying anyone, at least he can protect a family of three, old and weak.
He didn't believe there was anyone in the city who could compete with him on such a matter. Besides, this was also a great opportunity for him to form a good relationship with the Zhang family.
Wang Lanping did not speak immediately, but was obviously hesitant. She even grabbed her daughter Zhang Huiyuan beside her to prevent her from speaking in a hurry.
Wang Lanping thinks more than her daughter. She is worried that things may not change if she speaks out. What if Mr. Zhou is just saying a few polite words? If he offends those bastards outside, then Mr. Zhou will
If they don't take care of them wholeheartedly, wouldn't the Zhang family be in an even worse situation?
How could Zhou Cang not guess Wang Lanping's worries when he saw Wang Lanping's actions and expressions? So he smiled and said: "Zhang Yan has repeatedly made great contributions in Yubei Mountain. He is highly regarded by General Song Qinghe, and he has a close relationship with Lin Zhe, the commander-in-chief of Youtan Banner."
We are equals in winter. And I am an old friend of Lin Zedong. This time I came to see you, and I was also entrusted by an old friend. I, Zhou Cang, am the most loyal person, and I must be loyal to others when I am entrusted by them. How could I do that?
To deal with you superficially? Otherwise, how can I see my old friend?"
Warriors value righteousness, Zhou Cang's words can be considered very serious.
Wang Lanping opened her mouth, but she was still afraid. But the hand holding her daughter Zhang Huiyuan loosened her grip. So Zhang Huiyuan hurriedly told Zhou Cang about the recent troubles at home. In Zhang Huiyuan's opinion, there is such a big problem now.
If the officials make the decision for themselves, how can they be afraid of those bastards outside?
By the time Zhang Huiyuan finished speaking, Zhou Cang's face had lost its smile, his brows were furrowed and his eyes were filled with anger. Even the adjutant and two other guards beside him who had listened to Zhang Huiyuan's speech also had their chests heaving violently, and they were very angry.
To be honest, the most unacceptable thing for people in the military is not to die in battle or to be outnumbered, but to have the credit for your hard work and hard work being coveted or taken away from you. Because in that case, the life of a soldier will look like a joke.
"It's simply audacious!" According to Zhang Huiyuan, several people outside came to persuade them to sell two pieces of fertile land obtained by Zhang Yan's military achievements to redeem a Zhang family's former shop. However, the Zhang family refused to do so, so they kept pestering them.
.You have the guts to go to a certain military field, and you have the guts to redeem a shop that was raided by the Yamen? In addition to Zhang Yan’s previous crime, Zhou Cang could taste a lot of the peculiar smell even if he didn’t speculate.
Zhou Cang snorted coldly, but didn't say much. He was not going to let this matter go, but was going to take it upon himself. But he also wouldn't dig into this matter, because it was as far as he was concerned.
The hand is stretched too long and the variables are too big. Although Langyuan City is not big, the water is very deep.
People can be saved, and so can Zhoucang. But he doesn't want to touch the strange things inside for now. He will make plans again after Zhang Yan, who has been repeatedly praised and valued by Lin Zedong, comes back.
"Bring the four people outside in and talk."
"Yes, sir!"
After a while, four men with bruises on their faces were brought in. Each of them knelt on the ground without daring to raise their head.
"You four have heard it clearly. If you dare to come and harass the Zhang family again or appear in front of the Zhang family again, don't blame me, Zhou Cang, for being rude to you!"
Finally, Zhou Cang asked the four people to report their door, and asked the guards to escort them back one by one to identify the door. They looked completely serious. This is the platform. Later, they need to check in from time to time and give convenience to the Zhang family.
If you have something to do, you can go directly to the city gate to find someone. When the time comes, report Zhou Cang's name and someone will respond.
For the time being, this is the only way to deal with it. The main purpose is to shock Xiao Xiao, so there is no need to dig deeper. Everything will have to wait until Zhou Cang sees the Zhang Yan before deciding whether to proceed.
The three Zhang family members almost wet their pants when they saw the four bastards who always came up to them and yelled at them, kneeling on the ground with bruises and swollen faces. They felt a bad breath in their hearts. Moreover, Zhou Cang also gave them a guarantee afterwards that he would protect them.
The Zhang family will not be harassed by these people.
After that, Zhou Cang didn't stay any longer at the Zhang family. He sent away the four bastards who were pestering the Zhang family and left.
Zhang Huiyuan escorted Zhou Cang to the alley, then turned back home, picked up last night's embroidery, and hurriedly went to hand in the work, walking briskly along the way, and she was very happy.
In the room, Zhang Shun also had a rare smile on his face.
Only the old mother, Wang Lanping, looked happy but worried.
"Mom, those four bastards were punished by Mr. Zhou, why do you look unhappy? Are you still worried that Mr. Zhou will not care about it afterwards? What he said just now was sincere and true, and he also left some words for us. You
Are you afraid that such a big official will trick us into playing tricks?"
Wang Lanping shook her head and sighed before saying: "Master Zhou was very firm in his words, and I naturally knew that he was not trying to deal with us. What I am worried about is that this matter is too unusual."
"Mom, are you saying that Mr. Zhou's visit is unusual?" Zhang Shun just lost his legs and was not stupid. He came to his senses after being reminded by my mother. The smile on his face also faded a little.
Wang Lanping didn't hide it when she heard what had been said, and continued to worry: "Think about it, although your brother has some brains, can he be cared for like this by a big shot in the military? How many pounds does he have? Could this be causing trouble again?
What happened?"
Wang Lanping believes in eating as big a bowl as a belly, and if you don't have the ability, don't try it. She even feels uneasy about the fact that her second son has made a meritorious service and has been cleared of charges, let alone Zhou Cang's personal visit? Is there someone else here?
Did you take advantage of it?
...
But no matter how worried and anxious the Zhang family was in the end, the news that the Zhang family was under the care of Zhou Cang, the city guard officer, spread like wildfire.