Tea Merchants of the Song Dynasty

There was silence in the hall for a while, and the three people present had different thoughts.

Yan Li asked, "What does Miss Jiang want me to help you with?"

So far, Jiang Yin has only talked about her experiences, but she has not mentioned a single word about what she wants help for.

He couldn't always put himself in a passive situation and take the initiative to ask what he could do.

Jiang Yin pursed her lips and said, "I hope the tea supervisor can help investigate the real culprit behind this incident, and also help protect the remaining tea trees."

If she were to investigate the real culprit, it would be time-consuming and laborious, and it would easily alert the enemy.

But it is different if the Tea and Horse Bureau comes forward. The Tea and Horse Bureau can use its position to do many things.

At least, his method of investigating cases is more professional than hers.

As for protecting the remaining tea trees, this matter is a bit complicated and it all depends on whether Yan Li is willing to help.

After all, how many people would be needed to guard the two huge tea mountains completely?

As expected, Yan Li nodded and said, "I will send someone to investigate the murderer behind the scenes. But protecting the tea trees may be difficult."

In order to provide perfect protection, the entire mountain must be staffed. His Tea and Horse Department did not have that many staff.

"This..." Jiang Yin looked embarrassed, but still gritted his teeth and said, "But now that 20% of the tea leaves have been lost, I can still try my best to think of a solution. But if there are problems with other tea trees on the tea mountain again, even if I am killed, I will not be able to make up for the loss of so much tea leaves."

This was true, she could find a way to use old tea or other teas to make up for the 20%, but she couldn't make up for the whole thing.

The tea production of Liangfeng Tea Mountain is huge, and she cannot find a replacement tea mountain with the same output and quality comparable to Mengshan tea in a short period of time.

Otherwise, the government would have included these tea mountains in the tea monopoly system long ago, and would not have waited for her to discover them.

There is less than a month left before the tea picking season. To put it bluntly, they are now tied to the same rope.

If there are any problems at Jiang's Tea Mountain again, Yan Li will also be punished.

Yan Li naturally understood this principle.

He narrowed his eyes and said, "Anyone who dares to destroy the tea mountain will be an enemy of the government. Madam Jiang, rest assured, I will send someone to investigate what you said."

"But the tea mountain..."

Before Jiang Yin finished speaking, the door to the lobby was suddenly opened from the outside, revealing Li Ji's figure.

Seeing the person coming, Yan Li, who was originally angry about the intrusion, suddenly stood up and went to greet him.

He was about to salute, but Li Ji raised his hand to block him.

Li Ji strode in against the light until he stopped in front of Jiang Yin.

Jiang Erniang pulled at the corner of Jiang Yin's clothes and looked at Li Ji with some vigilance.

Jiang Yin sighed inwardly, but could only stand up and bow, saying, "Mr. Li, how are you?"

The secret guard she sent to monitor the Tea and Horse Bureau told her that Li Ji was in the Bureau today, but she still came.

I was just feeling lucky that I didn't meet Li Ji, but I didn't expect that he would come to me on his own.

Li Ji nodded slightly and supported her: "Miss Jiang, how are you? Have you encountered any assassination attempts in the past two days?"

Yan Li was surprised and asked, "Do you know each other?"

The way he looked at Jiang Yin suddenly changed.

Jiang Yin nodded at him and replied, "Mr. Li is my savior. The assassination I just mentioned to the tea supervisor was saved by this Mr. Li."

She didn't know what Li Ji meant by coming out now, but this was not something she should worry about.

"Oh, I see." Yan Li said meaningfully, "This is the inspector from Tokyo. Perhaps he can solve the Jiang family's problem."

If the two knew each other, many things would be much easier to handle. He didn't have anyone, but this one did. He wasn't good at investigating cases, but this one was.

Miss Jiang was a capable person, and she managed to get in touch with this person in a short time. As long as this person was willing, all her difficult tasks would be no problem.

But how could Jiang Yin take the initiative to trouble Li Ji to do these things?

Hearing Yan Li's words, Jiang Yin quickly bowed and said, "It turns out to be Supervisor Li. Please forgive me for my lack of insight."

She put on a complete show. Even if she had known that Li Ji was the Inspector General, it didn't matter. She should have kept it to herself.

"Miss Jiang is very smart, it's not too late to know now." Li Ji sat down on the main seat next to Yan Li and changed the subject, "However, please keep this matter secret for the time being, so that you can make plans for the future."

Now is not the time to go public, it is more convenient for him to act privately.

Before Jiang Yin agreed, Jiang Erniang took over and asked, "Does Li Jianjian mean to protect the tea mountain for the Jiang family?"

She stared at Li Ji, as if if he said no, she would pull Jiang Yin and refuse to make the promise.

Li Ji nodded and said, "Yes, the tea picking is imminent. In order to avoid unexpected accidents, from now on, the Tea and Horse Department will send people to guard the foot of the tea mountain to prevent anyone from using public power for personal gain and picking tea privately."

He paused and continued, "People from the Tea and Horse Department have been stationed here to guard the area ahead of time. We will pick as much tea as we can, and there will be no false information.

Grain production varies from year to year, and the same is true for tea trees. It is normal for more this year and less next year, more next year and less this year.”

Jiang Yin's pupils shrank slightly. What Li Ji meant was that Jiang's didn't have to make up for the 20% loss?

"No." Yan Li hurriedly stopped him, "This matter is of great importance. If too much is missing and someone starts gossiping about it, it will inevitably arouse suspicion from the government."

This person's situation is not as good as it seems. Moreover, if he angers the emperor, it is hard to say whether the Jiang family can be saved.

Jiang Yin didn't want to accept such a big favor, so he quickly agreed, "What Yan Tea Supervisor said is right, don't worry, I will take out all the old tea from previous years, and find some substitutes with similar taste.

The taste and quality of the substitute will not be inferior to Mengshan tea. I will bring it to you in advance to taste and see if it can be used. "

The Liangfeng Tea Mountains are short of at least 20% of their tea. Even if Yan Li and Li Ji agree not to make up for the shortfall, the government will not agree.

What's more, thinking of Li Ji's ruthlessness in her previous life, she was unwilling to accept his kindness in this life.

Li Ji frowned and said, "It's not easy to find tea that's comparable to Mengshan tea. Miss Jiang, don't be stubborn. If you have any difficulties, just do as I say."

He had a strange feeling in his heart. He always felt that Jiang Yin seemed to be somewhat resistant to him and was unwilling to have too much contact with him.

But he searched all his memories and indeed had no impression of offending Jiang Yin.

Yan Li next to him kept winking at Jiang Erniang, hoping that she could persuade them not to listen to Li Ji. Otherwise, everyone would be finished.

However, Jiang Erniang did not look at him, but turned her head slightly to drink tea.

It didn't matter to her what others did. She hoped Jiang Yin would agree to it, so that she wouldn't have too much pressure.

Yan Li was angry and anxious. He realized that under the current circumstances, he couldn't afford to offend anyone.

Never mind, let them do whatever they want. If the sky falls, there are still Li Ji and this husband to hold it up.