Zhang Deshui thought of the Long Hair Army that was about to reach Fenghua and wondered if he could protect himself.
He looked at his close friend with a helpless look in his eyes. He couldn't help but sigh. Now was not the time to deal with a piece of trash like Zhou Xueren. As long as he could ensure his own safety and not be killed by Long Hair as a Qing Dynasty lackey, it was already good enough.
His best friend rolled his eyes and continued," Since Long Hair is heartless, it might not be effective to just attack with money and sex. I'm afraid that Long Hair will think that we're giving money and sex because we're afraid. We don't support and love them from the bottom of our hearts. Who knows, if we take money and sex, we might even take our lives. We might as well make plans early and run away."
Zhang Deshui was anxious when he heard that he was running away. After working hard for decades, it was really difficult for him to give up the fruits of his hard work.
He coughed, and before his best friend could retort, he said," I don't believe that Long Hair is a heartless bloodthirsty cold ghost." I'm willing to give up half of my assets, including my favorite wives and concubines. As long as I can make the leader happy and allow me to continue my business, how much money can I not earn back?
Zhang Deshui still wanted to say that as long as there was life, there was hope. However, his close friend, who was tortured by hunger, interrupted him. Let's talk about serious matters. Let's not talk about distant things. Are you escaping from Fenghua City now?
Zhang Deshui was stunned for a moment. He really couldn't make up his mind. In his heart, he was lucky for Long Hair, but he was also afraid that Long Hair, who was used to killing, would be immersed in violent conquest and couldn't be pulled out. If he really dared to use him as an example, he would cater to the instinctive mentality of the grassroots who hated the rich.
Seeing that he was silent, his best friend's stomach couldn't wait any longer. His nose had a good sense of smell, and he could already smell the fragrance of the food coming from the kitchen of the Zhang residence. His stomach couldn't help but rumble, and he wanted to open his mouth and eat a good meal. It would be best if there was a plate of braised pork belly, which he loved the most. With vegetables and rice, he could eat several bowls.
Zhang Deshui knew his hobbies. As close friends, the two of them basically talked about everything. If one of them was a woman, they might have already formed a marriage contract. It should not be difficult for them to mix into the mythical world where they would grow old together.
He did not have much appetite for food and drink now. Most of his body and mind were focused on dealing with the problem of Long Hair's invasion. However, he did not dare to neglect his close friend at all. He could only follow his close friend's wishes for food and drink. First, he would entertain his close friend. After he was full, he would let his close friend take care of his own way out.
Thus, Zhang Deshui smiled at his close friend and said with concern,"It's time for dinner."
Then, he teased," Look at how hungry you are. Your stomach has lost its shape."
Without waiting for his best friend to react, Zhang Deshui turned around and leaned against the window. He stuck his head out and shouted," Changwang!" Hurry up and prepare the food. Your Grandpa Lin is going to start eating.
Chang Wang was Zhang Deshui's family, not a relative. However, he was introduced by a close relative. He had been tested by his relatives and said that his character was good.
In addition, after Changwang came to Zhang Deshui's house, he was docile and obedient everywhere. At the critical moment, he was loyal.
Therefore, Zhang Deshui soon promoted him to the head of the servants in the family, or the butler for short.
Chang Wang was patrolling the kitchen. He personally cooked and supervised the three meals a day to prevent the servants from deliberately causing trouble and making dishes that did not suit the master's taste. Not only was it embarrassing, but he was also afraid of destroying such a superior rice bowl.
Hearing Zhang Deshui's sudden shout, Chang Wang subconsciously responded. The Zhang family's residence was not very wide. Coupled with the refraction effect of the buildings, anyone who shouted from any corner of the residence could basically hear it.
He quickly came out and knew that Old Master was studying hard in the study. As he jogged, he called Old Master Zhang! The food is already cooked and we're just waiting for you and Old Master Lin to eat!
When Zhang Deshui heard him, he quickly shouted again,"Prepare food in the dining room immediately and bring two bottles of good old wine."
He wanted to continue to say that he would drink the rice wine brewed at home. He was worried that his close friend would look down on the rice wine brewed at home. This was because he admired the rice wine produced by other shops and thought that their production skills were mature and could withstand the test. The home-brewed rice wine was purely to save money.
Therefore, he did not dare to say that he was drinking his own wine, but he disdained to drink the wine bought outside. It was not as clean as the wine brewed at home. He could only plan in his heart. Later, he would say that it was the wine from the oldest wine shop in Fenghua. Anyway, the rice wine bought outside was also in the same jar. Only the seal on the jar was different. As long as the seal was torn off, no one would be able to tell that his own wine was poured into the bowl.
When Chang Wang heard Zhang Deshui say that he wanted to drink wine, he quickly responded and turned to run towards the wine cabinet. He knew that the old master liked to drink his own wine and also understood the temper of his close friend, Lord Lin. He wanted to give Zhang Deshui the wine that he brewed and give Lord Lin the wine that he bought outside.
Zhang Deshui informed the servants to start eating, then turned around and invited his close friend, Lord Lin, to the dining room. Lord Lin quickly nodded and said yes. At the same time, he wanted to try his best to curry favor before eating to ensure that he had a clear conscience during the meal. At the very least, he wouldn't have the uncomfortable feeling of being taken advantage of by others.
He wanted Zhang Deshui to understand that he was not a freeloader. He relied on his wisdom and hard work to win the respect and willingness of outsiders.
Zhang Deshui was talking about eating as he pulled his best friend's hand and walked out of the study. Lord Lin kept saying that it was fine to eat later. As long as the big matter was settled, he would be happy even if he was hungry.
Zhang Deshui couldn't help but laugh again. He looked at Lord Lin and said,"Then I'll go eat first?" Are you going to slowly decide in the study?
Lord Lin also laughed. He said that Lord Zhang was not around, so he really could not produce wisdom. He probably could not think of any good ideas. Only by being with Brother Zhang could he find any strange ideas.
The two of them faced each other and laughed. It could be considered a joke between brothers. Zhang Deshui followed suit and tried to get close to them. There were many delicacies in the kitchen. Wait a moment, don't leave anything behind. Otherwise! You're the one who packed everything.
Lord Lin quickly agreed. Since it was a delicacy, he definitely couldn't leave anything behind. Speaking of delicacy, his stomach growled even more. However, in order to avoid freeloading on food, he insisted on helping Zhang Deshui confirm that Long Hair was coming before eating.
Thus, he called out to Lord Zhang and told him not to worry about Long Hair's arrival. He only needed to prepare two gifts for An Lin and the Long Hair leader of the Heaven and Earth Society, and everything would be fine.
Zhang Deshui paused for a moment, looked at his close friends, and said,"Listen to your words. Prepare 50,000 taels of silver each and give them a gift."
Lord Lin quickly said that it was not easy to do things with less money. In the face of a disaster, they must have some courage. Each person had to pay 100,000 taels of silver, not a single cent less.
Zhang Deshui couldn't help but frown. Speaking of close friends, if you're not in charge, how would you know that it's difficult to earn money? Tossing out 200,000 snowflake silver out of thin air, how many years would I need to work so hard?
Lord Lin was unmoved. In the face of life and safety, everything was meaningless. At the same time, he asked his friend," Once life no longer exists, what use is money?"
He wanted to quote the classics to persuade his friend, but Zhang Deshui was reminded by his words and quickly nodded in agreement. He no longer insisted on his opinion, so he smiled and said no more.
Zhang Deshui moved closer to his friend to show his affection. He then said that he would be at ease as long as Lord Lin accompanied him to meet the leader of the Long Fur Army. As for going to An Lin's place, he would be able to do it alone.
Lord Lin frowned. He didn't want to show his face. He ran a fortune-telling shop in Fenghua, which was actually selling modern psychological research. Because he often secretly tried to figure out other people's thoughts, he thought that his facial expressions were strange. If he wasn't familiar with them, he would definitely think that he was either a traitor or a thief. Therefore, he was more willing to stand behind the scenes and guide others.
Due to his pride, he could only mumble a few words to comfort Zhang Deshui. As for Long Hair, once he entered Fenghua, should he accompany his friend to meet Long Hair's leader? We'll decide when the time comes.
However, he had already thought of a way to get out of this situation. All he had to do was tell Zhang Deshui that An Lin was here, and if he went with him, he would be suspected of stealing his position. If he angered An Lin and badmouthed him in front of the long-haired leader, wouldn't he lose both his life and money?
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