Chapter 531 Loyal Minister
"Sir, why did you find me in such a hurry?"
In the Prime Minister's Mansion, a few days after returning from Zhao Shuang's Mansion, Guo Kai found Han Cang.
Although both Guo Kai and Han Cang were once favored ministers of King Zhao Qian, their statuses were different at this time. Han Cang felt a little lowered when he saw Guo Kai.
"Opportunity to make a fortune."
Han Cang smiled, but he didn't think so.
"Sir, please tell me."
Guo Kai explained the errand, and Han Cang frowned.
"Doesn't Zhao Shuang have food in his hands? Why did he pay three times the price to borrow it from us?"
"Now Zhao Shuang has been ordered to take charge of Handan and protect most of the area north of the river. Unlike us, he is afraid that he wants to make some political achievements, and then he can claim credit from Xianyang. Borrowing from us can stabilize the situation as soon as possible .”
Listening to what Guo Kai said, Han Cang was still a little hesitant.
"But I'm still worried that if Qin and Yan go to war, food will be in short supply. If food prices soar, Zhao Shuang will repay us with three hundred yuan. Wouldn't it be a big loss?"
Han Cang's worries were also Guo Kaixin's worries. But at this time, he had a backbone in his heart.
"Qin and Yan are going to have peace talks."
When Guo Kai said this, Han Cang's expression changed instantly.
"Is this true?"
Guo Kai nodded.
"There is news from Lord Yanchun of the Yan Kingdom that the King of Yan is planning to carve out the Dukang land to seek peace."
"But Qin's army is at its peak, will he agree?"
Han Cang said, feeling like something was scratching his heart.
"Many people are betting that the Qin army will conquer Yan in one go, so they hold the grain in their hands and prepare to sell it at a high price. But if Qin and Yan negotiate for peace, then the grain will be worthless!"
Guo Kai nodded.
"I heard from people in Xianyang that the King of Qin did this intentionally in order to maintain the situation north of the river. The next strategy of the Qin army is the Wei and Chu states south of the river. The Yan State is in a corner and does not affect the overall situation.
In these years of natural disasters and military calamities, the foundation of Zhao State is too bad. Only by restoring food prices as soon as possible, stabilizing people's livelihood, and accumulating strength can the Qin army defeat Wei and Chu in one go. "
There are two metropolitan areas north of the river, and now Qin has captured one. And the other one is in the hands of Yan State. However, compared to Handan, the economic scale of Jicheng in Yan State is much smaller. Compared with the Zhao army, the Yan army was much weaker.
After hearing Guo Kai's words, Han Cang made up his mind.
"Then you can borrow it!"
"Hurry up. When this year's autumn grain harvest comes in, grain prices will drop a lot. When Qin and Yan formally negotiate for peace next year, grain prices will probably continue to drop, and we won't be able to make much profit."
Han Cang listened and nodded.
"If we put all our money on food, the profits from our business with Yan State will be much less. Since Qin and Yan are going to negotiate peace, it is time to exchange all the food in hand. Yan Chunjun's business , it’s time to start.”
"You go and handle this matter. First, bring out a batch of food. I can't trust this guy Zhao Shuang after all. Let's test the waters first to avoid being tricked by him."
"I see!"
In the house, the snow girl looked at the mirror and felt sorry for herself.
Xue Nu has been staying at Han Yangjun's house for several days. Although she is treated to good food and drink, Zhao Shuang can't even see her shadow.
This was the first time that the snow girl had doubts about her beauty. But then, she shook her head again, thinking all over the place in her little head.
Maybe this Zhao Shuang is as good as Long Yang or something. Otherwise, given his status in the Qin State, why didn't he even have a beautiful concubine in his house, who was completely different from those high-ranking officials?
Otherwise, with his appearance, how could no woman fall in love with him?
Xue Nu spat in her heart as she thought of the scene when she met Zhao Shuang that day.
What am I thinking? That evil thief must have some unknown hobby after losing such a good skin for nothing.
Yes, that must be the case!
Many high-ranking officials have the disgusting hobby of breeding sex.
This Zhao Shuang might be even more deceitful than them.
The snow girl looked at her charming face in the mirror and thought like this.
"Miss Snow Maiden, your Majesty invites you."
Are you finally going to invite me? Are you finally going to be unable to bear it anymore? Sure enough, he is no different from those dignitaries.
The myriad of emotions in his heart finally turned into a cold and calm voice.
"I know, I'll go right away."
The snow girl smiled, took the comb, and started to dress up.
However, when she came to the house, it was not Zhao Shuang alone who was waiting for her, but a whole room of people.
"Your Majesty, in the area east of Handan, as far as Baiqu, our army has quickly stabilized order. Two hundred thousand acres of new land have been granted. My subordinates went to inspect it. The seedlings are growing quite well."
"Your Majesty, in the dozen or so villages around Fanwu City, the cultivated land this year is less than half that of last year. I'm afraid we will have to open warehouses for relief until next year."
…
He seemed very busy and his expression was not very good.
Xue Nu looked at Zhao Shuang at this time, and for some reason, she always felt that his figure was much thinner than when she saw him a few days ago.
At this time, Zhao Shuang was completely different from the treacherous and evil image in Xue Nu's impression.
The shaky figure seemed to be crushed by the heavy government affairs and arduous people's livelihood.
For a time, the malice accumulated in Xue Nu's heart was diluted a lot.
"The Kingdom of Zhao has suffered from natural disasters for many years, and now it encounters a king like King Zhao Qian. Not much of the accumulation of Zhao kings in the past dynasties is left."
Speaking of this, Zhao Shuang's body shook.
"Your Majesty, are you okay?"
Zhao Shuang waved his hand, looked up to the sky and let out a long sigh.
"It's a pity that the people of Zhao State have suffered so much! The most important thing now is to appease the refugees and let them return to the fields."
At this moment, Xue Nu's eyes were filled with the tall image of Zhao Shuang. And her heart seemed to be filled with something at a certain moment.
"Your Majesty!"
The snow girl didn't realize it, but when everyone in the room looked at her, she felt a little rude.
"It's the Snow Maiden, please retreat first!"
Zhao Shuang waved his hand and everyone retreated. Then, Zhao Shuang waved, and the little girl came over without any intention of refusing.
"Miss Snow Girl, I know that you are afraid of the power of the treacherous minister Guo Kai, so you have to compromise and come to my house. Now, you can leave."
"Mr. Han Yang knows that he is a traitor, why do you still want to keep him?"
"Some things are not as simple as you think. Although Guo Kai is a traitor, he has many followers and has a close personal relationship with Yan Chunjun of Yan State. These people exploit the people and do all kinds of evil. Even I have to be afraid Three points!”
Zhao Shuang sighed, his words full of helplessness.
"Stop talking about this, you'd better leave here as soon as possible!"
After listening to Zhao Shuang's words, Xue Nu bowed silently, her murderous intention disappeared, and she completely forgot her original purpose of coming.
When leaving, the snow girl took three steps and turned around. What she saw was the helpless figure of a loyal minister who dedicated his life to the country.
However, when the snow girl completely disappeared, the moon god came out.
"Okay, Zhao Dabao, your methods of deceiving the little girl are getting better and better now."
Zhao Shuang felt a little headache looking at Moon God. Although he no longer had the feeling of weakness that he pretended just now, it was true that he looked bad.
"Why are you acting weird when I see you this time, where is Concubine Yan? There has been no movement in the Yin and Yang family in the past few years, what is Concubine Yan doing?"
Luna curled her lips.
"Ask her yourself about her matters."
"Stop making trouble?"
Zhao Shuang asked tentatively, and the tall figure of Moon God trembled.
"I'm leaving here for Yandi tomorrow."
Zhao Shuang was overjoyed when he saw Luna turned around and pulled his sleeve.
"I'm leaving soon, you can't stop."
"Stop talking nonsense and follow me."
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