in2ebook Chapter 510: Food is the best way to socialize
Chapter 510: Food is the best way to socialize
Pang You sneered, "Those high-ranking families in the capital are obsessed with food all the time. The Qiao family is becoming more and more powerful, but they don't take any precautions. They are even afraid that if they deal with the Qiao family, they will never be able to eat again. I suspect that Master Qiao and Master Qiao are also thinking the same thing."
"I've observed that Uncle Qiao and Uncle Qiao's families often send their shopkeepers to the Qiao family and buy cartloads of food. They eat these and enjoy them to their heart's content."
"Dad, you went to Uncle Qiao's and Uncle Qiao's houses to pay your respects, but they ignored you. Firstly, they didn't want to get involved, and secondly, they were just talking nonsense and wanting to satisfy their appetite."
"So that's how it is." Pang Da cursed after hearing this. "What a lack of ambition! For a bite of food, they don't even bother to settle accounts with the enemies who killed their own brother's family. What's the difference between a noble family and a pig that only cares about eating?"
Then came another round of sarcasm: "Son, look at these people who are worse than pigs and dogs. Only we, father and son, are truly noble. Because only we are not obsessed with eating and drinking, and only have important things in our hearts. They are just relying on the protection of their ancestors and have a better life."
Pang You deeply agreed with this. If one wanted to accomplish great things, one must have a calm mind and not be shaken by any external factors.
These noble families would rather watch the Qiao family grow stronger and stronger just because Qiao Jianer can provide delicious food. If they have any ambitions, they will be destroyed as soon as possible to make room for them.
The father and son found a noodle shop and sat down. The aroma of coconut chicken wafted in from outside, making the noodles in their hands seem tasteless.
While complaining about Qiao Jianer in their hearts, they hurriedly finished their meal and went to find a teahouse.
"Son, what do you think we should do next? Uncle Qiao and Uncle Qiao are unwilling to help us, and Deputy General He doesn't want to get involved. We are left alone to fight. How can we compete with the Qiao family?"
"Dad's original idea was excellent. If an army is accused of treason, all the generals, commanders, and their families will be beheaded. It can be said to be a win-win situation." Pang You said, "However, Dad now has a very important problem."
Ponda waited for him to continue.
"That's because dad's position is too humble and he can't play much of a role." Pang You's tone seemed to be a bit disappointed.
In the capital, there are powerful fathers everywhere, and people like Pang Da are completely insignificant.
"It's good enough to have this position. Do you think it's so easy to climb up in the capital?" Pang Da felt his self-esteem was hurt and snorted. Wouldn't he know to pick up money if there was one?
Pang You said in a cold and low voice: "Dad, you are stupid. Deputy General He went against your ideas. If you took his position, why would you still need to wait for his opinion?"
Pang Da's expression changed. He glanced around and said in a deep voice, "What do you mean?"
Pang You raised his eyebrows: "Dad, you know it in your heart, so don't ask me."
"There are 300,000 troops in the capital, 140,000 of whom are directly led by General Lin. There are also 160,000, with each deputy general commanding 40,000. If Dad becomes one of the deputy generals, he will have 40,000 soldiers under his command. It would be easy to defeat the Qiao family army."
"If we unite with a deputy general, we will be invincible and unstoppable."
Pang Da fell into deep thought. Lieutenant General Zheng and he didn't get along well with each other. There were two other lieutenants, Lieutenant General Chen and Lieutenant General Lu. Lieutenant General Lu didn't like to interact with people and wouldn't be persuaded or considered anything. Then there was Lieutenant General Chen.
If he wants to cooperate, he must first become a deputy general.
Deputy General He trusted him and was not on guard against him, but if he killed the man directly, he would not be able to take his place.
He must first establish prestige in the army and make Lieutenant General He's subordinates obey him. Once Lieutenant General He is finished and he is supported, everything will come naturally.
It still takes some time, so let Mr. He live longer. It can be regarded as his way of repaying his support.
With a plan in mind, Pang You picked up the teacup, took a big gulp, and laughed heartily.
Pang You, however, looked unhappy.
If it weren't for the food, Qiao Jianer would not have been able to win the hearts of so many people, thus greatly reducing the resistance to climbing up.
Otherwise, from the beginning, with one family stepping on the other, the Qiao family would have packed up and returned to the village long ago.
Without those foods, the father and son could easily find an alliance. With the power of the noble family rooted in the capital for many years, combined with their understanding of the Qiao family, they were simply invincible.
When Pang You thought of this, he wanted to smash all the coconuts and durians.
After the Mid-Autumn Festival, Dacheng and Pei Qingrong got married.
The Qiao family carried the betrothal gifts to the Pei family in boxes, without any regret. Someone counted them and it seemed that there were a hundred boxes, and each box was full and heavy.
The Pei family also returned thirty-six loads of dowry, most of which were gold, silver and jewelry. This was Pei Qingrong's personal property, and it was a very sincere gesture.
The Chu family and the Datian Qiao family gathered together again.
Mu Xinghe invited his colleagues from the Ministry of Revenue. He was humble and cautious, and his work was impeccable. He got along well with the people in the yamen, and everyone was willing to give him face.
Since they started selling fruit, the Qiao family has made friends with all the nobles and wealthy businessmen in Beijing. Sometimes they would give them considerable discounts, which won them the love and recognition of these wealthy families. Therefore, many people came to this wedding, and the courtyard and the back garden were very lively. Even those who did not have invitations would take the initiative to come and send gifts.
Qiao Jianer was not stingy either. He put out durian, nuts, and coconut water, all of which were top-quality products. Everyone could eat as much as they wanted, and they could take any leftovers home.
Seeing everyone enjoying the meal so much, Qiao Jian'er couldn't help but think that she had originally thought that when she came to the capital, she would have to face those treacherous struggles.
But I have been here for almost two years, and apart from the twists and turns caused by Song Lao San who came back to life, I haven't encountered anything else.
It was because of these foods that everyone's appetite was satisfied and she saved a lot of trouble.
Eating is a major purpose and pleasure for people to live. Durian and coconut water are rare delicacies even in modern times, let alone the ancients who didn't eat many good things. If they could satisfy this need, she and the Qiao family would be safe.
Qiao Jianer's lips curled up slightly.
As she watched the wedding ceremony amid the crackling sound of firecrackers, she thought to herself that the Qiao family would be blessed for generations to come.
Someone tugged at her sleeve.
Qiao Jianer turned around and followed the other person to a pavilion.
"Is there a problem?"
"There really is something going on."
There were fruit, nut and snacks on the table. Pei Shijiu picked up the pecans and pried them out. After prying out the ginkgo nuts, he put them on a plate and pushed it in front of her.
"Lieutenant General He hasn't been in good health lately, so it's Lieutenant Pang who's been training his men."
“I always feel that this is not a coincidence.”