Reborn as a bride, pretending to be virtuous, the prince held his waist and regretted

The bandits were afraid, so they followed the advice of the seventh leader, Meng Jue.

Use food shortages to control Qingshui County.

When Qingshui County became chaotic due to food shortage, they started to take action.

They are not good at strategy, and they don't think about it. How could Zhou Jin not think of such a simple problem?

They overestimated Zhou Jin's background and underestimated his ability and strategy.

Therefore, they missed the best opportunity to deal with Zhou Jin.

Wang Shiwen and Yuan Zhen were in charge of the government affairs of Qingshui County, and Wang Shiwen discovered this problem.

"The grain merchants only have enough grain for one month. Once the grain is sold out, the people of Qingshui County will not be able to buy grain."

Yuan Zhen frowned, "The city gates are strictly controlled. This is something Brother Zhou specifically instructed us to do, and we can't change it at will. This is about our jobs, so we still have to talk to Brother Zhou about it."

Zhou Jin had been busy outside all day. Just as he sat down and prepared to eat, he heard Lai Xi report, "Sir, Lord Yuan and Lord Wang want to see you."

Zhou Jin was very hungry and was chewing the food in his mouth.

Gu Xiling said to Lai Xi, "Ask Lord Yuan and Lord Wang if they have had dinner. If not, ask them to come over for dinner. If they have, take them to the front yard reception room. Wait until the prince has finished his meal, then go over."

"Yes, Madam Crown Prince." Lai Xi agreed and hurriedly retreated.

Yuan Zhen and Wang Shiwen have also been very busy recently and came here without having dinner.

Hearing Lai Xi's question, Yuan Zhen immediately replied: "I haven't eaten yet!"

"Please come in, my prince is having a meal." Lai Xi said with a smile.

Yuan Zhen walked in front and said with a smile: "My wife always says that the snacks here are delicious, and my two children like them very much. How is the dinner at the Changchang Marquis' Mansion today?"

Wang Shiwen shook his head and sighed, "What delicious food can there be here? It can't compare to the capital city anyway!"

Lai Xi smiled and said, "Lord Wang is right. It is true that there are not as many delicacies here as in the capital, but the local naan, sprinkled with sesame seeds, is salty and tastes good."

"My wife, the Crown Prince, has improved the local naan making method. It tastes better. You will know when you try it later."

The snacks that Gu Xiling prepared for Zhou Jin were simple: lily rice porridge, a plate of fried sweet potato leaves, and fried eggs.

Of course, there are also palm-sized baked buns filled with mutton.

The cook has very skillful hands, and the baked buns she makes are particularly delicate and cute.

The skin is golden brown and crispy, and the lamb inside is tender and fragrant.

When Gu Xiling saw them coming, she was about to get up and leave.

Zhou Jin held Gu Xiling's hand and sat down to eat. He didn't have to leave, and he couldn't have a peaceful meal.

Gu Xiling chuckled and said, "I'm worried that they'll feel uncomfortable. Okay, I'm full. I'll go to the kitchen and ask them to make more."

Yuan Zhen and Wang Shiwen greeted Gu Xiling, "Sister-in-law, I am sorry to bother you."

Gu Xiling was wearing loose clothes and looked a little plumper. She smiled and said, "You're welcome. Guests are welcome. Since you haven't had your meal yet, sit down first. I'll ask the kitchen to prepare some more. It's just right for you to talk and eat at the same time."

"Thank you!" Yuan Zhen and Wang Shiwen answered respectfully, not daring to be negligent.

Gu Xiling nodded slightly and went downstairs with the maid.

Lai Xi brought a basin of water and helped Yuan Zhen and Wang Shiwen wash their hands.

Yuan Zhen was not polite. He sat down, took a baked bun and took a bite. "Mm, it tastes great! My family also makes baked buns, but I always feel that they are a little less delicious than Brother Zhou's."

Zhou Jin shook his head and laughed, "The recipe your wife took from my wife, the method and ingredients are the same, how could it be different? You are just hungry!"

Wang Shiwen also ate one and shook his head, "It's a little different. Brother Zhou's baked buns are more delicious."

Zhou Jin smiled and stopped talking about Baozi. He couldn't stop his subordinates from flattering him, but he couldn't let them do so all the time either!

Zhou Jin drank the porridge, swallowed the bun in his mouth, and asked, "What's the matter with you two coming here together?"

Wang Shiwen replied: "The grain merchants in Qingshui County only have enough grain for Qingshui County for one month. If we don't transport grain from outside, the people will starve, which will definitely cause civil unrest."

Zhou Jin smiled and said, "Oh, I thought of it a long time ago. There is no rush for this matter. We have a plan to deal with it."

Wang Shiwen looked puzzled. "Just because the bandits haven't attacked the county town yet doesn't mean they will allow food to be transported in from outside."

Yuan Zhen didn't even bother eating his buns, "Yes, Brother Zhou, please don't be careless."

Zhou Jin chuckled, "I know! It takes seven days to transport grain from Yunzhou, and ten days to transport grain from Qinglan County. There's still time, so just wait."

"By the way, how many tunnels have been found in Qingshui County by searching every household? Can they all be found?"

Yuan Zhen replied: "In total, we found seven tunnels and ten secret rooms. As for whether this is all of them, I am not sure."

"We have found the places where the secret passages lead to and marked them! However, I think they should have other ways of communicating."

Zhou Jin nodded. "Cats have their own ways, dogs have their own ways. These bandits have been able to stay in Qingshui County for so many years, so of course they have some tricks up their sleeves."

Wang Shiwen was curious, "Brother Zhou, what is your plan? Tell us! You are calm and confident, but Brother Yuan and I are worried and anxious."

Zhou Jin smiled and said, "I am not responsible for this matter. Although I know about it, I cannot tell you! Just be prepared and don't worry too much."

"In ten days at the shortest, or half a month at the longest, the matter will be settled! By then, we guarantee that the food can be delivered in, you can rest assured about that."

Seeing that Zhou Jin couldn't say anything, Wang Shiwen and Yuan Zhen didn't know what to do and continued to ask.

They knew that this time His Majesty not only sent officials like them, but also sent many Jinlin Guards.

It is even possible that Jin Linwei arrived earlier than them and had many secret plans.

Since Zhou Jin said not to worry, the two of them felt relieved.

My appetite is so good that I eat until my belly is full.

When they left, Gu Xiling also prepared some snacks for them to take with them.

Plum blossom pastry is one of the desserts that the chef is very good at making.

Gu Xiling doesn’t like food that is too sweet, so the plum blossom pastry is only lightly sweet.

Fresh and refreshing, not greasy.

Every night Gu Xiling would prepare some snacks and place them by the bed in case she got hungry at night.

The maid took care of her all day and it was very hard.

Zhou Jin sleeps with her, and if she makes a big fuss to eat, it will affect Zhou Jin's sleep.

At this time, Zhou Jin was already holding a book, sitting on the bed, leaning close to Gu Xiling's belly, and began to read to the baby in Gu Xiling's belly.

Not only read, but also give answers to children.

Gu Xiling squinted her eyes slightly, listening to Zhou Jin's explanation, feeling drowsy.

Ever since she became pregnant, Gu Xiling felt particularly sleepy.

Zhou Jin's gentle voice was like a lullaby, and soon, Gu Xiling fell asleep.

Seeing this, Zhou Jin shook his head and laughed. The boy in his belly might not like studying in the future and would get sleepy as soon as he read.

At the same time, Changning Marquis Mansion finally received Zhou Jin's letter.

When Marquis Changning deciphered the contents, his hands trembled with excitement.