Exiled, the Medical Concubine emptied the warehouse and escaped from the famine

Chapter 283 Livestock Trading (3)

Fengjian Qingli touched his nose.

"It's said that the Nanzhao people don't care much about rituals and etiquette. They are very casual and relaxed."

After saying that, Feng Jian Qingli waved across the river, "Master Jin, Master Chang, we are here!"

Xie Ling was surprised: "Master Jin, is he the governor of Canglan Prefecture?"

Feng Jianqingli nodded. "Master Jin is quite easy-going."

Xie Ling stared at the short and fat man not far away and whispered, "He actually came in person. It's really beyond my expectation."

Fengjian Qingli's roar just now attracted the attention of all the people in Canglan.

When they saw that Fengjian Qingli had brought so much food, they all widened their eyes in shock, and then most of them ran over to help carry things.

Jin Renxuan ran the fastest and rushed to the front. He grabbed both sides of the rice bag with his big hands, threw it on his back, and then quickly crossed the narrow bridge and came to the other side of the river.

Although he is very short, he is very strong.

While others could run once, he could run twice. He did not look like a pampered governor at all, but more like a farmer working in the fields.

As if sensing Xie Ling's curiosity, Feng Jian Qingli whispered, "The talent selection system in Nanzhao is different from that in Beijiang. Beijiang uses the imperial examination system to select talents. Nanzhao selects filial and honest people. Only those who are particularly filial and honest can become officials."

"Who chooses? The court?"

Fengjian Qingli shook his head.

"No, Sinan has no court or emperor. It has nine prefectures and counties, divided into the upper three prefectures, the middle three prefectures, and the lower three prefectures.

The upper three states have the highest status, and are inhabited only by nobles, with the state lord being hereditary.

Except for the upper three states, the governors of the other six states were elected by the people. Therefore, most officials in Nanzhao were relatively honest. "

Xie Ling raised her eyebrows. She didn't know that this dynasty already had a democratic system.

Although there is still a long way to go before modern true democracy, it is already a big breakthrough.

While the two were talking, all the rice had been moved. The Nanzhao people worked very quickly and efficiently, without any delay.

Piles of rice grains piled together gave off the aroma of rice, and all the Nanzhao people's eyes lit up.

Xie Ling casually glanced at the chickens and ducks in the cage, and a look of surprise flashed in her eyes.

These chickens and ducks are well raised.

They have clean fur and plump bodies, and each one weighs about ten pounds.

Feathers are thick and heavy, and the shed feathers can be picked up to make down jackets.

It has strong legs and must have often run around in the mountains, so its meat is delicious.

The cattle, sheep, pigs, etc. poultry are all in good spirits and you can tell at a glance that they are carefully raised.

These Canglan people are very honest.

And there was no smell of poison on his body.

After what happened to Xu Haitang and the poison, Xie Ling actually had some prejudice against the Nanzhao people.

But the Canglan people broke these prejudices.

It seems that we really cannot discriminate based on region. There are bad people everywhere, as well as warm and kind people.

Xie Ling apologized silently in her heart.

Jin Renxuan rubbed his hands and looked at Feng Jian Qingli: "Master Feng, I didn't know you had so much food, so I only brought fifty chickens, fifty ducks, twenty pigs, and ten cows and sheep.

I just made a rough estimate and found that you have about 500 kilograms of food. According to our previous agreement, I still need 100 chickens and 50 ducks from you...”

After saying that, Jin Renxuan quickly pounded his chest and assured: "Please believe that we Canglan people are very trustworthy and will never default on our debts. Can you give us some time to bring the chickens and ducks?"

Fengjian Qingli turned his gaze to Xie Ling.

Jin Renxuan knew that this was the boss that Fengjian Qingli mentioned.

Seeing that it was a young woman, although he was a little surprised, Jin Renxuan did not neglect her at all. Instead, he looked at Xie Ling and bowed solemnly, "I guess you are Mr. Feng's boss? I hope the boss will give us some time. These grains are really important to the people of Canglan. I thank you on behalf of all the people of Canglan."

After he finished speaking, all the Canglan people behind him placed their hands on their chests and bowed devoutly to Xie Ling.

Xie Ling quickly helped them up. "Of course I believe in the character of Lord Jinzhou. You can take these grains directly and solve the urgent problem first. I will meet here in three days."

Jin Renxuan's eyes widened. "Why...why do you trust us so much? Aren't you afraid that we will just leave?"

"Don't be afraid. I'm very good at judging people." Xie Ling curled her lips, "Secondly, I like the chickens and ducks you raise very much. I want to do business with you for a long time. Is Lord Jinzhou willing?"

Jin Renxuan frowned, his eyes widened, filled with unbelievable joy: "Your Excellency means that you still want to do long-term business with us?"

Xie Ling nodded, "Yes. Your chickens and ducks are of very high quality. These are far from enough for today. We will take as many as you have."

Jin Renxuan thought about the condition of Canglan's poultry.

He said slowly: "Every household in Canglan, as long as they are not too poor to afford food, will raise poultry. The poor raise chickens, ducks and geese, while the slightly richer ones raise cattle, sheep and pigs... There are many poultry."

Xie Ling heard Jin Renxuan's concerns and said, "Don't worry, Lord. As long as you have enough poultry, I have enough food to trade with."

Jin Renxuan lowered his head, his eyes slightly dilated, and he took a deep breath quietly.

The Seven Kingdoms are now in turmoil, with wars and famines everywhere. How could this host have such strength...

He must make friends with such people.

There is no other reason, I just hope that if there is any misfortune in the future and Canglan really suffers a catastrophic disaster, the people will be able to live a little better.

As for the upper three states...haha.

In the eyes of the nobles of the upper three states, the lives of the common people in the lower three states are worthless.

The current locust plague is the best proof of this.

While Jin Renxuan was thinking, Xie Ling suddenly spoke slowly:

"Lord State Lord, aren't you curious about our identities?"

Jin Renxuan wiped the non-existent cold sweat from his forehead, and after reciting his thoughts several times in his mind, he slowly said, "Curious, of course I am a little curious. But these are not our business. I only know that you are the boss and I am the merchant, and we trade with each other. I don't know anything else."

Hearing the answer, Xie Ling chuckled: "It's just a casual question, Master Jin, don't be nervous. Then let's make a deal, three days later, you bring more chickens, ducks and other poultry here to trade."

"Thank you, Your Excellency."

The temptation passed by silently.

After the discussion, Jin Renxuan and others hurriedly left with the food on a cart.

God knows what 500 kilograms of food means at this time!

Xie Ling looked at the group of chickens, ducks and geese clucking and cooing, and felt very satisfied.

Several soldiers held the chickens and ducks in their hands and weighed them, and they all praised them.

"No wonder they say Nanzhao Canglan Prefecture is good at animal husbandry. These chickens and ducks are much fatter than ours in Sinan!"

Fengjian Qingli, who was watching the pigs over there, also kept nodding.

"These pigs are the same, with more lean meat and less fat. They must taste delicious. I don't know how they raise them."

"It gets dark late in the winter, so everyone should go back and take their time to look around. Let's transport the things back first."

Xie Ling clapped her hands and directed everyone to put the chickens and ducks on the cart, and then tied the cart to the ox, and a simple ox cart was ready.

After a tiring day, everyone washed their hands in the river and prepared to pack up and go back.

As soon as Xie Ling put her hand into the river, she discovered something was wrong.

The water is warm!

People around also noticed it and were amazed while washing their hands.

"Not only is this place warm, but even the water is hot."

Xie Ling had a bold guess in her mind, so she walked upstream along the stream, feeling the water temperature as she walked.

"It's really getting hotter, is there a hot spring?"

If there really is a hot spring, then she really wants to find a way to take over this place!

Natural hot springs are beneficial to strengthening the body, so we can build a hot spring villa for both civilians and soldiers to come and take a bath.

The soil is also very fertile and suitable for breeding. Even in winter, out-of-season fruits and vegetables can be grown.

Having made up her mind, Xie Ling turned around and said, "You guys go back first, I'll go up and take a look."

Feng Jian Qingli knew that Xie Ling had her own ideas, so she nodded and said, "Then we'll go back first. Be careful and come back early."

"Row."

After saying this, Xie Ling turned around, climbed up the mountain along the path, and reached the top of the mountain.

The scenery of this place is unique. Seven or eight large mountains form a circle, and in the middle is a round lake. The lake water is deep blue and estimated to be a thousand feet deep. It is terrifying to look at.

As she watched, Xie Ling felt a strange feeling in her heart.

It looks so familiar. Where have I seen it before?