Chapter 206 Meeting Cui
Jiang Yu thought about it and understood. Emperor Qianyuan didn't dare to turn against Lu Chenyang now, so he must ensure his safety.
Butler Jiang took the opportunity to say, "So, sir, you can't get angry with Lord Lu now. He's a guest, and you're the governor of Ningzhou, so you should show your respect. If you don't show up, it will seem like you're not in the right place."
Jiang Yu's eyes suddenly lit up, "You are right, you are absolutely right. I am the governor of Ningzhou, so I should do my best to be a good host." Butler Jiang breathed a sigh of relief.
Housekeeper Jiang was worried that the night would be too long and he quickly wrote a note and had it delivered to the military camp.
At this time, Lu Chenyang was inspecting the military camp. The soldiers had already received the news that Lu Chenyang was coming to visit them. They stood straight and washed their faces several times, determined to let Lu Chenyang see their best side.
Each of them is a good man. Looking at them row by row, they are upright and majestic. This is the spirit of the Lu family army.
Lu Chenyang was very happy. He looked at Ji Ping with a smile and felt that this troublemaker was much more pleasing to the eye.
"You're a good leader of the troops." Lu Chenyang said, "You also made great efforts in resettling the refugees this time. I will remember it all."
Ji Ping's eyes lit up. He hadn't seen Lu Chenyang for a long time, and he was afraid that Lu Chenyang had forgotten him. Now that Lu Chenyang said this, he knew that his efforts were not in vain. Lu Chenyang remembered his hard work, which gave him peace of mind.
Ji Ping straightened his back and said happily, "It is my honor to share your worries. Please rest assured, I will defend Ningzhou like an iron wall!"
Lu Chenyang smiled and nodded.
Lu Chenyang used his eloquence to speak to the troops, "Everyone has been away from home for so long, I know you all miss home. Your efforts will not be in vain, because it is because of you that Ningzhou is safe and stable. I can't promise you when you can go back, but I can promise you that you can rest assured that you will be well taken care of at home while you fight outside. If you have anything you want to say to your family, you can write to me, and I will take your concern back."
All the people Lu Chenyang brought with him this time were there to write letters to the soldiers in the army.
Lu Chenyang's words set the army busy, and everyone was very happy. Even if they couldn't go back, they wanted to bring back their recent situation.
They are not afraid that their family members may not understand.
Lu Chenyang said: "All families with children have sent them to school. They can read to the elderly."
The current Lu family army is mostly composed of refugees from Lingnan and Shu, and there are also some refugees from other places, but most of them have already settled in the two places.
These two places are where Lu Chenyang developed the schools the best, and almost every household sent their children to school.
The soldiers were not worried at all and felt relieved to leave their families to Lu Chenyang.
Now in the whole of Dagan, Lingnan and Shu are recognized as the most stable and prosperous places.
Lu Chenyang only started eating his meal after he walked into the tent.
Lu Chenyang asked Ji Ping about the current situation in the city, and Ji Ping reported it one by one.
"Jiang Yu is really jumping around, but Cui doesn't pay much attention to him." Ji Ping said bluntly: "Jiang Yu... I'm not trying to flatter you, sir, but this Jiang Yu seems to be mentally unstable. He's always jumping around, really thinking he's a big shot."
His tone was full of disdain, but he really meant it.
He couldn't understand why Jiang Yu got the confidence to act like a provincial governor right in front of him. He even came to the military camp and told him that he had to report to the provincial governor's residence every ten days to report on the military situation, even the training situation.
At that time, Ji Ping looked at Jiang Yu and was stunned. He couldn't hold back his temper and replied with one word: "Get lost!"
Ji Ping always remembered Lu Chenyang's words and told himself not to cause trouble, otherwise he would beat the person out.
Lu Chenyang thought about the steward who came to greet him today and was also familiar with Jiang Yu's style of doing things. He nodded and said indifferently, "I nod. He is the governor of Ningzhou. If I don't recognize him, he is nothing. You represent me now, so there is no need to compromise. Other things don't matter. If he dares to do anything that harms the people, you don't have to be polite. I will cover everything for you."
Ji Ping grinned and responded straightforwardly, "Okay, I feel relieved with your words, sir. I was afraid that my movements would cause trouble for you."
Gao Ming glanced at him and thought to himself, "Are you still young? You fight with people every day."
Lu Chenyang was very tired after the long journey, so he rested after dinner.
The weather was not good the next day and it started drizzling early in the morning.
Lu Chenyang's original plan was to visit the refugees, but the weather was not good. Several of his subordinates did not agree with Lu Chenyang going in the rain, fearing that Lu Chenyang would catch a cold.
Although Lu Chenyang was in good health, he still took precautions. How many brilliant minds had lost their lives to a minor cold?
Lu Chenyang thought about it and agreed. He was not worried about himself, but about the people.
If he showed up and alarmed the people from getting wet in the rain, he could get good treatment, but the people did not have such good conditions.
As they say, many people have lost their lives to colds.
Lu Chenyang stayed in the military camp, drinking tea and chatting with Yan Xing, while others, including Gao Ming, were writing letters to the soldiers in the army.
They have to write more than 50,000 letters!
In the end, there were too many people, so Gao Ming gritted his teeth and pulled Lu Chenyang over as well.
"Your Excellency is tired from drinking tea, why not take a break and write something? Your Excellency writes very fast, it would be a pity not to use it to write a letter."
Lu Chenyang: “…”
Lu Chenyang and Yan Xing looked at each other and had no choice but to set up a table to write letters to the soldiers.
When the soldiers saw this, they immediately swarmed and moved their queue to the table behind Lu Chenyang and Yan Xing.
The Master/Coach wrote a letter for them personally! Master Lu’s calligraphy!
Like, want.
Lu Chenyang and Yan Xing: "..."
Several people who had been paying close attention to Lu Chenyang's movements fell silent after receiving the news. One of the most powerful ministers in Dagan wrote a letter to the soldiers in the army.
No matter how you look at it, this matter seems a bit... magical.
Lu Chenyang didn't care what others thought, he just wrote the letter honestly and was very happy.
Cui Yong posted again, and Jiang Yu's post also arrived. Lu Chenyang looked at the two posts in front of him and chuckled, then went to keep Cui Yong's appointment.
Cui Yong invited Lu Chenyang to a banquet at the Cui family's ancestral home. After Lu Chenyang sent someone to reply and agreed, Cui Yong attached great importance to it and even opened the main door when Lu Chenyang came.
The gentry have always been proud of their family background. Lu Chenyang's identity as a powerful official is nothing compared to the Cui family's background, but the Cui family still treated it with seriousness.
This is not for Lu Chenyang's identity, but out of respect for Lu Chenyang's character.
Cui Yong and Cui Jun both came out to greet Lu Chenyang in person.
Lu Chenyang got out of the car and said with a smile, "Sorry to bother Patriarch Cui."
Cui Yong said respectfully, "Your Excellency's visit is an honor to our Cui family."
After the two exchanged a few pleasantries, Cui Yong led Lu Chenyang into the main hall.
The ones accompanying us this time are all big families in the city, and ordinary small families have no chance of getting a place.
Lu Chenyang has an extraordinary demeanor and is calm and composed in front of these large families with profound backgrounds, which makes everyone look at him with admiration.
Lu Chenyang said, "It's just a meal, why are you making such a fuss? I'm really flattered."
Lu Chenyang said this with a calm expression, not hiding his alienation from the Ningzhou gentry.
Cui Yong knew that Lu Chenyang was still dissatisfied with the refugee issue.
Cui Yong hurriedly said, "Sir, we all admire your grace and elegance, which is why we have come here specially."
Lu Chenyang smiled and said, "Everyone, please take your seats."
The dishes were served soon. Zhao Xi stopped the maid who was serving the dishes and said bluntly, "Wait a minute, I need to test for poison first."
Cui Yong felt even more upset that Lu Chenyang didn't trust them to this extent.
Lu Chenyang smiled and said, "Master Cui, please don't be suspicious. Your subordinates are worried and have to check." He glanced at Zhao Xi and said, "Don't be rude. Could Master Cui be trying to harm me?"
Zhao Xi bowed to Cui Yong without changing his expression. "Master Cui, please don't blame my master. Mr. Gao and Mr. Chen told us to check the food he eats before we left. It's our duty, not our intention. Your safety is of paramount importance. Please understand."
Cui Yong smiled and nodded: "Miss Zhaoxi is right. The safety of the lord is of paramount importance."
It would be better to check it out, in case there is something wrong with the diet, which he would not be able to explain even if he had a mouth.
But how did things turn out like this? Lu Chenyang and Cui had a good relationship before.
Cui Yong felt very uncomfortable during the meal. Lu Chenyang's manners were impeccable and his attitude was gentle, but he still exuded a sense of alienation.
Cui Yong knew that this matter had to be resolved, otherwise the relationship between Cui and Lu Chenyang would be irreparable.
After finishing his meal, Lu Chenyang was about to leave but was stopped by Cui Yong.
"Please stay, sir. I have something to report to you." Cui Yong said.
Lu Chenyang raised his eyebrows and said, "What do you mean, Patriarch Cui? I am not an official from Ningzhou. If you have any questions, Patriarch Cui should go and find Master Jiang."
Cui Yong glanced at Cui Jun, who quickly said, "Sir, this is about the refugees. My father wants to report to you. Please move to the study."
When Cui Jun met Lu Chenyang before, he had a good impression of him. Even though the marriage didn't go through, Cui Jun didn't force it. But Cui Yong was upset, feeling that Lu Chenyang didn't take the Cui family seriously.
Cui Jun said this, and Lu Chenyang nodded. The group moved to the study.
Before entering, Cui Jun grabbed Cui Yong and whispered, "Master is not someone you can fool. Father, you must show your sincerity." He thought for a moment and added, "If Master returns safely from this trip to the capital, I'm afraid his status will be different. If we want to ease the situation then, that will be another matter. And I'm sure that Master Lu will leave the capital safely."
Cui Yong looked at his determined son and nodded slowly.
Cui Yong was very pleased that his son had grown up, and he felt that there was nothing he could not give up.
After closing the door, Cui Yong bowed deeply and said, "I am guilty. Please punish me, sir."
Lu Chenyang sat in the main seat, smiling: "Master Cui, why are you performing such a grand ceremony? What crime have you committed? This is something I am confused about."
Cui Yong said sincerely, "Your Excellency is wholeheartedly for the people. You established these rules for the benefit of the refugees of the world. I am short-sighted and, due to my own selfishness, have delayed Your Excellency's important work. This is my fault. I have made such a huge mistake, and I have no complaints if Your Excellency blames me. I only ask that you give me a chance to make amends."
Lu Chenyang's face was calm. He said calmly, "I wonder how Master Cui will make amends?"
Cui Yong immediately said, "Sir, regarding the resettlement of the refugees, I also have some opinions. Please bear with me."
Lu Chenyang's attitude towards Cui Jun was okay, so he looked at Cui Jun.
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