Chapter 22 Visiting Mi Zhu
In the late Eastern Han Dynasty, the climate became very dry and rainless, with frequent natural disasters and short summers and long winters.
According to later generations, it was a new round of the Little Ice Age.
On this afternoon, Mi Zhu Mi Zizhong, who was supposed to be taking a rest at home, actually stood outside the door of his house, waiting for others in the cold wind with the dignity of a distinguished visitor from Xuzhou.
This scene caused quite a shock in the eyes of interested people.
Mi Zhu looked calm and didn't care at all.
But hidden in his calm demeanor was a strong surprise.
He was still thinking about how to get in touch with Liu Feng, but he didn't expect Liu Feng to come to him.
I wanted to rely on the mountain, but the mountain came to rely on me.
Mi Zhu only had one thought in her mind, is there such a good thing?
Liu Feng didn't keep Mi Zhu waiting, and soon his bicycle frame appeared at the entrance of the street.
Liu Feng tried his best to travel as lightly as possible every time he traveled, but Liu Bei was not worried about his safety, so he specially assigned 20 soldiers, led by Pan Zhang, to protect Liu Feng's safety.
Soon, the group approached Mi Mansion.
Mi Zhu tidied her clothes, straightened her crown, and prepared to welcome him.
Unexpectedly, the carriage stopped suddenly. Liu Feng suddenly got off the carriage and walked quickly towards Mi Zhu.
Mi Zhu was shocked and hurried to meet him, but Liu Feng paid homage early in the morning.
"The boy has admired Biejia's reputation for a long time, and came here to visit him. However, he did not want to disturb Biejia, so he went out to greet him. The boy was frightened in his heart, so he hereby apologized and hoped that Biejia Haihan would be punished."
Mi Zhu He was stunned for a moment, and the corners of his mouth turned up.
This little guy is really the son of Uncle Fang. His method of winning over people's hearts and getting into their hearts is almost exactly the same.
Thoughts flashed through my mind, but the movements of my hands did not stop.
Mi Zhu hurriedly stepped forward and supported Liu Feng: "Young Master is ashamed of me. I am so proud of you. I can't help but be happy. The distinguished guest came to the door and I couldn't sit still, so I simply went out to treat him. Why should I blame myself too much?" "
Liu Feng took advantage of the situation and held Mi Zhu's hand and said emotionally: "Biejia is my father's right-hand man and an important official in the state. If you don't abandon me, you can treat me as a junior."< br>
The corners of Mi Zhu's eyes twitched, and she yelled in her heart that she couldn't bear it. This boy's voice was full of emotion, and his feelings were sincere. He might be better than his predecessor.
Mi Zhu declined a lot, but she couldn't resist Liu Feng's enthusiasm.
Realizing that he could no longer perform pushing and pulling outside the gate, Mi Zhu had to agree, and then entered Mi Mansion with Liu Feng.
Mi Zhu attached great importance to Liu Feng's visit, specially prepared a generous banquet and gifts, and personally checked several times to make sure everything was safe.
Mi Zhu led Liu Feng to the main hall, and the two of them took their seats respectively.
Mi Zhu just gave way this time. After realizing that Liu Feng was resolute, he stopped worrying and took the lead directly.
"I am deeply honored by the grand master's visit. My humble abode is filled with splendor."
Liu Feng politely said: "Don't be too modest. I used to be far away in Zhuo County, so I heard It is said that the Mi family in Haidong is famous all over the world and boasts wealth in Xuzhou."
Mi Zhu understood a little bit, it turned out that he wanted money.
No wonder Mi Zhu has such a misunderstanding. His family is really too fat.
The Mi family has been doing business for generations and is rooted in Xuzhou. Since his great-grandfather's generation, it has been the richest family in Xuzhou.
It's just that the Mi family keeps a low profile and doesn't like to stand out. They also show favor to the countryside and make friends with the powerful local nobles in Xuzhou. Only in this way can it be passed down for generations and not fall down.
This shows how strong the Mi family's skills and abilities are. One of the most powerful tricks is that friends have the meaning of making money.
Let’s not talk about it remotely, let’s just say that since Tao Qian became the governor of Xuzhou, he has been carving the Mi family’s flesh.
When Tao Qian first arrived in Xuzhou, Mi Zhu reimbursed part or even most of the expenses for raising Danyang soldiers, using Chen Deng to farm, and wooing local warlords such as Zang Ba and Que Xuan in Xuzhou.
Not to mention anything else, Mi Zhu lent Tao Qian a one-time loan of 10,000 shi of grain, as well as various resources such as seeds, farm tools, clothing, etc. just for farming.
In addition, Chen Deng, as the eldest son of the leading family of the Xuzhou gentry, allowed the powerful gentry to get involved.
Without these things, Tao Qian, a foreign governor who was penniless and shouted "I want to farm", would he be able to succeed?
Mi Zhu naturally thought that Liu Feng was also coming to fight against the autumn wind.
Not only did he not feel dissatisfied, but he was also very happy because he had long wanted to invest in Liu Feng.
After thinking about it, Mi Zhu said to Liu Feng seriously: "My family has been doing business in Xuzhou for generations. With the support of Mengxiang people and the support of the prefectures and counties, we have finally achieved success. My grandfather and father have warned me many times. As for me, I should be kind to others and be tolerant for the sake of the country. I should not be strong and bully the weak, and I should not be arrogant and extravagant.
I am a talented person among the people. It is already a blessing to be able to keep my family fortune. I dare not ask for more. Many.
In the past, Cao Cao invaded Xuzhou, and the war continued, and the lives of the people in dozens of cities were devastated. Fortunately, Duke Ming was not afraid of force and violence, rushed to Xuzhou's aid, and finally drove Cao Yanzhou back. This Duke Ming was very kind to Xuzhou.
I, the Ming Gong, do not abandon me, and do not think that my talents are stupid and dull. I am a different person. I have long had the desire to serve the Ming Gong, and I just want to use you.
If the young master has an order today, just say it bluntly, Zhu will never refuse! "
The central idea of Mi Zhu's words is one, just make an offer, Brother Feng, I will give you as much as you want, without any discount.
Mi Zhu is very sincere. He is so optimistic about Liu Bei and Liu Feng, so he is naturally not afraid of investing more, not to mention the greater the investment, the greater the return will be
Moreover, Liu Bei is still at a low point at this time, but after taking control of Xuzhou, he will definitely usher in a period of rise.
As a wealthy businessman, how could Mi Zhu not understand the principle of buying low and selling high?
In addition, Mi Zhu was also testing Liu Feng. Although he analyzed from the intelligence he collected that Liu Feng had excellent abilities, you can only believe it by seeing it.
Mi Zhu naturally wanted to take advantage of this opportunity to test whether Liu Feng was as good as he had imagined.
If so, then Mi Zhu will naturally go all out and invest more.
If not, then even if the gift given today is a gift for Liu Bei's sake and an additional investment in Liu Bei himself, the Mi family will not suffer any loss.
Inside and out, the Mi family is sure to win.
Liu Feng was stunned for a moment. He was shocked by Mi Zhu's atmosphere.
Obviously he was planning to cooperate, but why did the other party look like he was just asking for it casually?
After pondering for a while, Liu Feng came back to his senses.
It seems that the Mi family represented by Mi Zhu is really optimistic about his father and wants to increase his bets.
After realizing this, Liu Feng decisively decided to change his style of play in order to maximize his profits.
"Mi Gong is too humble."
Liu Feng began to launch the Rainbow Fart Offensive: "Mi Gong showed kindness and righteousness to the village, and established kindness to the prefectures and counties. His virtuous reputation spread far and wide."
"Tao Gong's farming in Xuzhou was a great success. Chen Gongcao took the greatest credit, but if not, you would generously provide a large amount of rations, seeds, farm tools, clothing, and even cattle. Chen No matter how talented a person is, he will still be unable to accomplish anything.”
Mi Zhu clicked her tongue, guessing the reason why Liu Feng came to visit this time.
(End of this chapter)