When Lu Wei and Luo Xiang came to the second floor, they didn't dare to talk casually, but after hearing this, they also looked surprised, especially Luo Xiang, whose expression was indescribably weird.

Zheng Xingye frowned and sat down, puzzled as to what the purpose of Zhao Chang's words was.

Was it to test me? Or to tempt me? Or maybe it was because I had slighted his friend, so he deliberately spoke like this, trying to hit me and warn me.

In doubt, he still followed Zhao Chang's wishes and sat down. After Zhao Min asked for instructions, the owner of the Yuyu Building personally arranged the seats and low tables. Now Zheng Xingye and the three of them sat down one after another, and between them and Zhao Chang,

Still some distance away.

Over there, Zhao Min presented the manuscript written by Zheng Xingye and placed it in front of Zhao Chang and the others.

"Good words!" As soon as Zhao Chang spoke, Zheng Xingye's spirit was shaken, and his previous doubts were slightly relieved. However, looking at Li Huai next to you with a smile on his face, he felt awkward no matter what, so he simply didn't say anything.

Unexpectedly, when he didn't say anything, Li Huai took the initiative and said: "Zheng Jun, I have read your article, and it is quite meaningful. It is very clear about money. By the way, you are talking about President Zhongyuan."

Garrisoning troops in important places costs a lot, 50,000 soldiers will cost 1.2 million guan a year, and 100,000 soldiers will cost 2.4 million guan?"

Faced with such inquiries, Zheng Xingye naturally did not want to answer. Li Huai had already made him look disgusted, and now he still looked condescending.

How dare you, a dandy, to make noise here just because of his background? He also asks about military matters, which is simply ridiculous!

Just noticing the appearance of Zhao Chang and Zhang Kun, Zheng Xingye still replied with some displeasure: "That's right, this is a heavy expense, and according to the rules of the country, when troops and horses are used, except for states and counties, go to other places."

In addition to the due military expenditure, there is also an amount of "out-of-boundary food", and what's more, there is also a "payment", so the cost is even greater! This is a hidden danger! The court's money is consumed a lot because of this!" Finally

But he bowed his hand towards the little prince.

Zhao Chang nodded and said: "That's true. The disadvantages are not small. Ordinary people just watch the troops and horses moving and don't know about the food and grass shortage. Many scholars often talk about troops and horses, and often say two hundred thousand or three hundred thousand."

, but they don’t know that even if it only uses 50,000 yuan, the expenses alone will be enough to give the court a headache.”

Zheng Xingye was praised but smiled and said nothing.

Luo Xiang breathed a sigh of relief. He just walked up and felt that the atmosphere was a little strange, and he was secretly worried.

At this time, Li Huai suddenly said: "Where did you learn about it?"

"What?"

Zheng Xingye's expression changed and he was a little confused.

Li Huai then continued: "There are laws and regulations for the army, horses, and food and grass in the imperial court. Each of them has its own food and salary, and each department and government office has different supplies. How much military expenditures there are per year, and how much it costs to eat horse chews. Even though it is not a secret, it is

It's not something that ordinary people can know. Where do you come from? Can you know everything?"

Finally, he asked Zhang Kun: "Shou Zhuo, do you know this?"

"I have heard a little bit," Zhang Kun took a deep look at Li Huai, but still replied: "But I really don't know much about it."

"I..." Zheng Xingye opened his mouth to speak, but in the middle of the sentence, nothing came out.

Others also looked sideways, and even Zhao Chang seemed to suddenly remember this.

Because this information, if you really count it, is really not easy to get. If it is Li Huai, it will be fine. After all, Dingxiang Marquis is also a Xungui and has a good foundation in the army, but why does Zheng Xingye know?

Zhao Chang became thoughtful, while Zhang Kun glanced at Li Huai.

Li Huai knew in his heart that according to the plot setting, the reason why the indigenous protagonist in front of him knew a lot was because of a setting similar to Golden Finger. That is, when he was a boy, he once met a stranger and was angry.

Ren Zangshudong studied for several years and laid the foundation. He previously participated in the imperial examination in his hometown, argued with others, and won one after another. He was also appreciated by many people, including military strategists and generals, so he was able to dabble in some knowledge.

"However, in the final analysis, Zheng Xingye's biggest threat is his protagonist's aura. Under the influence of this aura, almost all his wishes come true and he has good luck!"

As soon as he thought of this, Li Huai became vigilant again. The pride he had just gained from gaining a little advantage disappeared in an instant.

So, he said: "Okay, I won't go into the details. After all, we are not officials of the imperial court. I just want to remind you so that you don't get carried away."

Zheng Xingye's expression suddenly turned ugly. Being beaten and reminded like this by a playboy made him feel as uncomfortable as eating a fly.

Together with Luo Xiang and Lu Wei, who were beside them, they also looked at each other with strange expressions. They felt that the situation in front of them was getting more and more weird. Especially Lu Wei, who came here before, just wanted to see if there was a chance to get close to the upstart of the court.

Marquis Dingxiang's brother didn't pay much attention to it, and now he couldn't help but look at it thoughtfully.

"Your opinion is actually good, but it seems to be just a matter of money. In my opinion, the key is actually people, not money. Maybe this Mr. Zheng didn't see this." Li Huai

When speaking, he shook his head slightly, as if he wanted to show off and overshadow the limelight.

Zheng Xingye was indeed fooled. He said directly: "That's not the case. I also know the key here. It was mentioned in the article. For example, 'When generals are arrogant and their soldiers are violent, troubles will come soon', and 'Generals will be arrogant and violent.'

Executing soldiers and cutting them off will lead to the emergence of external dangers, etc."

Luo Xiang frowned slightly, feeling something was wrong.

Zhao Chang took advantage of the situation and read those few sentences, then nodded and said: "Although it is not written much, it is indeed mentioned, but it is not as deep as Yuan Qing."

Zhang Kunze said: "Yuan Qing, you just talked to us about the four points of feudal towns, but you also mentioned some characteristics of feudal towns in the Central Plains."

Li Huai nodded.

Zheng Xingye vaguely heard something, and couldn't help but look at each other with Luo Xiang. The latter frowned and gestured to him.

But Zheng Xingye shook his head and asked Li Huai directly: "Could it be that Mr. Li has also studied the ways of vassal towns? The Dingxiang Marquis Mansion is indeed a family study. I wonder how this master of the Marquis Mansion analyzed it with you."

"Oh, I didn't say anything." Li Huai smiled slightly and heard the underlying meaning in his words, "Let's analyze your words. These few sentences in your article have given me inspiration."

Then, without waiting for Zheng Xingye to say anything, Li Huai continued: "The vassal towns in the Central Plains are headed by meritorious warriors, many of whom are noble sons like me, and many of them are warriors who started in the army.

, such people are naturally arrogant, leading troops to conquer, and using their power to suppress the troops. Over time, they may support their troops and respect themselves, and then seek many things. These various ways and excuses for asking for money are the most direct manifestations. Zheng

Jun, you are indeed right, isn’t this a problem?”

The three scholars opposite all changed their colors.

"You can't say these words casually." Zhang Kun said with a smile.

Zhao Chang also nodded and said: "Let's just talk about it later. If these people say this in normal times, even if the court does not pursue it and spreads it, it will be detrimental to their future. The people in the army will not think so.

If there are too many, you will only think that it is a young student slandering you with words."

"That's true," Li Huai nodded, "Then don't mention it." He didn't pay any attention to the ugly looks on the faces of the three people opposite him.
Chapter completed!