Chapter 1342: The Smoke of War Rises 153

pplied were all newly recruited clerks. The teahouse owner truly had nothing to do with Yao Feifei's affair.Feng Lingxi had initially thought that after a few days, Yao Feifei would take some action...."That's not quite right, is it"

Lord Liu was obviously very embarrassed. He looked at Feng Lingxi, seeking her help.

"Just do as Lu Gongzi says. If the Gao family refuses to release grain, then we'll send people over there. Such a wealthy family must be afraid of death."

Feng Ling Xi's words almost made Elder Liu spit out blood.

"My Lady of the Royal House of Chen, this..."

"Then it shall be so, Lord Liu. Please depart."

Feng Aotian saw Feng Lingxi and spoke, but he didn't dare to make a sound. Liu Daren responded and hurriedly followed.

"Generalissimo, this Consort is so indulgent towards Young Master Lu, if we offend such a powerful merchant family as the Gao clan, this could become a huge problem. Someone might even accuse us to the imperial court! If that happens, I fear for my official hat."

"Master Liu, this isn't the Crown Princess indulging Young Master Lu, but agreeing with his suggestion. What the Crown Princess said makes sense. The Gao family is hoarding grain, and the court's relief supplies haven't arrived yet. There are so many people in Tumu Town, they can't just starve to death, can they"

But...

"Don't say so much. Just listen to the princess's orders, she is here on an imperial decree. Whatever happens, she can handle it, and I can handle it too. Just cooperate with us."

"Yes."

With Feng Aotian's words, Lord Liu naturally didn't say much. He followed Feng Aotian to handle things. However, the Gao family had seen the world after all. When Lord Liu and Feng Aotian asked them for grain at the same price as before, and they had to wait until the relief grain arrived before returning it, how could the Gao family agree

"Lord Liu, there's no room for negotiation on this matter. Even if the government wants to release grain, it can't burden the people. Our Gao family's grain can be used, but the price cannot be the original one. As you know, at this time, with such a limited amount of grain, the price is naturally…"

"Lord Gao, Madam Chen has been ordered to come to Tumu Town to treat the people. She hasn't charged a single penny, and the medicine she brought was purchased with her own money. She treats patients here without asking for any payment. Now, she only asks you to sell grain at the original price. You find this difficult Are you still a person from Tumu Town"

Feng Aotian roared angrily, Gao Lao Ye glanced at him and said with a smile.

"The Generalissimo also knows that we're just a small town here. This Princess of the Chen Dynasty is sent by the imperial court, so she might not take payment, but I can't afford to do that. My family relies on this money to survive."

This old master's shameless appearance made Feng Aotiantian angry just looking at him.

"Lord Gao, the Princess Consort of Chen said that if the Gao family refuses to release the grain, when the time comes and the Gao family falls ill, the Princess Consort's treatment will not be free. It's likely that your entire Gao family's lifetime savings will be spent."

Feng Aotian reminded, but this Lao Ye just laughed and said, "There's nothing to be done about it. The price is here. You can buy food, but the price doesn't change."

When Liu realized he couldn't persuade him, he could only turn to Feng Tian for help.

"Generalissimo, what should we do"

Master Gao looked at Feng Aotiān. Although a smile graced his face, there wasn't the slightest hint of fear, let alone any respect.

This court has relatives who hold official positions. Feng Aotian, this national general, is somewhat known to them. However, he's just a wastrel, a mere errand runner for the court. If it weren't for the military achievements of his family in the past, would he even be holding this position as the national general

"Then, as we discussed before, send a patient here."

As soon as Feng Aotian finished speaking, Lord Gao's face changed drastically. He looked at Feng Aotian with caution, "What do you mean by that Are you trying to coerce our people into surrendering their grain If this gets to the Emperor in the capital, General Zhen Guo should think carefully about the consequences."

"Lord Gao, how dare you speak to me like this when your relatives in the court hold such high positions"

"Master is unwell, the young master suddenly fainted."

A small servant from the household rushed over to report. Upon hearing this, Master Gao's face turned pale, and he hurriedly asked, "What's the matter Quickly go summon a doctor!"

"All the doctors are treating the plague in the slums; there aren't any doctors left in the city."

The little servant hurriedly reported, glancing nervously at Feng Aotian and Master Liu. She whispered, "Young Master has a fever."

"What!"

Lord Gao was not calm when he heard the word "fever." This fever, could it be...

How could the young master have a fever

The young master went to Chunhong Building to see Qiu Niang two days ago, and last night he went again. He just came back and fainted, and he has a fever.

Lord Gao heard that his son had gone to a brothel, and his face turned ashen with anger. "A spineless fool! You just know how to cause trouble for me outside."

"Lord Liu, since the Gao family is unwilling to release grain, then we should return first and report to Princess Chen. This Gao family is probably not safe either."

Feng Aotian stood up, Gao Lao Ye wanted to call him back, but held himself back.

With so much food, if our son wasn't sick but just had a normal fever, wouldn't we be losing out

Lord Liu, seeing Master Gao's attitude, left with Feng Aotian.

"General Zhen Guo, I think this Young Master Gao might have contracted a plague. We should speak to Old Master Gao about it, he will surely agree. This Old Master Gao only has one son, there's no way he wouldn't care for his son."

"The general knows very well that this is the reason why he is leaving now. Master Liu, the princess of Chen said that no doctor should examine merchants at random. This Lord Gao will surely find his way to the county office himself and offer grain with both hands."

Although Feng Aotiān is a military general by background, this is still understandable.

If Feng Lingxi were here, she would certainly agree with his actions.

As expected, Feng Lingxi agreed with Feng Aotian's actions when he returned to the county office and explained the reason. Liu Da Ren could only follow their instructions and ordered the physician not to attend to the Gao family.

"Your Highness, do you think this Young Master Gao is just an ordinary fever It's been the second day now, and he hasn't come to the County Office to see you yet"

Little Li watched the Princess, seemingly unconcerned, busy with her own affairs. Just as she had gone to the kitchen earlier, she heard the constables talking about the dwindling food supplies. The current grain in the granary was insufficient, and these commoners relied on government rations. At this rate, in a mere ten days, they wouldn't even have enough to eat.

Feng Ling's movements paused slightly, the weariness in her eyes unable to be concealed. "If that's really the case, then we can only say that the Gao family is blessed with good fortune. It's something we shouldn't interfere with."

As soon as the words left his mouth, Ye Mu walked in and reported, "Your Highness, Young Master Gao has vomited blood."

"Spit blood"

Xiao Li looked at the night with surprise, "How did you know"

Ye Mu glanced at Xiao Li, then turned to Feng Lingxi, "Your Highness, this Lao Ye is currently on his way to the county office."

It seems he's truly relentless.

Wind Ling handed the prescription in her hand to Xiaoli, "First, give this prescription to Li Su and have him continue dispensing medicine according to it. I'll be there later."

"Your Highness, you haven't had a good rest these past few days. Please don't go any further. If there's anything, just have me convey it to them." Er. Right now, he was unaware of everything that had transpired, all he knew was that Feng Yu Xi would seize any opportunity to make Xi Er's life miserable."I won't let her know it was for Princess C...