Yuan Quan had previously sent someone to invite Chen and Xu Shao's wife Liao and other families to the banquet in the name of Mrs. Wu, but Chen only sent someone to send a gift, but did not attend, and Liao did not even hear back at all. They did not come, and the other families were hesitant, some of whom said something was wrong, and some of them had no attitude, until Yuan Quan revealed that the salt and iron monopoly would be implemented, they realized the power of it. Several of them made up for the vacancies after they went back.

Of course, they would be punished for hiding the population and embezzling arable land, but they would be punished for their own initiative, but they would be relatively light. Chen and Liao did not come. They heard the news and were slower. When they realized that, the prefect had issued an order to sell salt and iron. Even if the explanation was made, it would be a little too late. Not only would the punishment be more serious, but it would also leave a bad impression on the Sun family's father and son.

"The records of prefectures and counties are like thunderbolts." This is not a joke. In the past, he refused to bow his head because he believed that the Sun family and his son could not find out the hidden population, and did not dare to arouse opposition from the entire Yuzhou. In the end, they had to leave it alone. Therefore, they were fearless and now they implemented a salt and iron monopoly. Although it was still a distance from finding out all the hidden population, it was enough to show that the Sun family and his son not only had confidence, but also had a way. The salt and iron monopoly was just the first step, and other means would be issued one after another, and it would become more and more severe.

Chen gave him a generous gift and came to see Mrs. Wu and Yuan Quan in a dress of cloth skirts and hairpins. Naturally, he expressed his concession and begged the Sun family to let the Xu family go, but it was not only that. The Sun family accepted this gift and took the short hand. They could not pursue the Xu family relentlessly. Maybe they would win over Xu Qian into the curtain. In this way, the Xu family lost the east wall to repair the west wall and had a chance to recover their vitality. From another perspective, it confirmed the fact that the Sun family's father and son had aspired to rob the aristocratic family because of wealth.

But Yuan Quan saw through their thoughts, did not accept private gifts, and did not owe the Xu family as a favor. How to deal with the Xu family's own laws can be referred to, and there is no suspicion of intentional revenge. Even if the Xu family is destroyed, people will not be able to pick out any of them.

The Chen family was not done, but Yuan Quan taught him a lesson. He had no shame and had to leave with the gift. When he got home, he realized that Xu Qian had a similar experience. Zhang Zhao refused to accept the gift. He just asked the Xu family to make up for the vacancy and pay a huge fine according to the regulations. As for Xu Shao, Zhang Zhao didn't care at all, so he immediately sent someone to issue a road rumor, as if he had been waiting for Xu Shao to get out.

Xu Shao was very disappointed, and he had no face to stay in Pingyu. He packed up his fine lines and set off on the same day and left Pingyu and rushed to Yuzhang.

In one day, Yuan Quan accompanied Mrs. Wu to receive several groups of visitors. At least one-third of the aristocratic families that were numerous in Pingyu came. They were either housewives, daughters-in-law, or entrusted by others. Yuan Quan suddenly had many relatives. Yuan Quan received them one by one, chatting and laughing with them, thoughtful and attentive, just like a family that he had known for many years, which made Mrs. Wu, Feng Wan and others amazed.

Sun Ce has never shown up, but he always pays attention to the progress of things. Although he is surprised by the ability shown by Yuan Quan, he is not as surprised as Feng Wan and others. In Wancheng, Yuan Shu was seriously injured and died, and he has seen Yuan Quan's skills. Under such circumstances, Yuan Quan could handle it with ease and remain calm, let alone these women.

Seeing Feng Wan being frustrated, Sun Ce comforted: "Everyone has its own strengths. She has her strengths. You have your strengths. You don't have to force your consistency. My mother and Sister Quan have been busy for a day today and must be tired. You go to the East Kitchen to arrange some wine and food, reward them later, and also fulfill your filial piety."

Feng Wan agreed repeatedly, walked to the door, and turned around again. "I'll call Sister Ah to help. Her skills are better than mine. Also, Sister Quan is tired today, I'm afraid she doesn't have the strength to serve you. Do you want Sister Yin to come together? I think she's more energetic these days."

Sun Ce waved his hand with a smile. "Go ahead and go, I'm just a little greedy, but I'm not so inhumane. Although Ah's better these days, she's still weak, so don't bother her."

Feng Wan responded and leaped away. Sun Ce scratched his head and felt regretful. It was so easy for Yuan Quan to agree, but he was really unlucky to encounter these things.

She had a great time having dinner. Although Mrs. Wu did not praise Yuan Quan explicitly, her eyes were full of smiles. She was obviously very satisfied with Yuan Quan's performance. Yuan Quan's status was suddenly comparable to Yin Wei, and she compared Feng Wan. In a few days, when she became pregnant, even Yin Wei would be willing to give him a chance. Whether Yuan Heng could surpass her in the future was afraid that she would have to ask questions. At least Sun Ce felt so. Everyone's ability is not only related to talent, but also to the growth environment. When Yuan Quan's family was still at its peak when he was a child, he saw many high-ranking officials intrigue and intrigue. Yuan Heng did not have such a growth environment. Whether she could have the same ability as Yuan Quan depends on whether her understanding and performance make up for this shortcoming. Of course, having Yuan Quan's sister guided the way is also her advantage.

However, Sun Ce was in a good mood. The announcement of the salt and iron monopoly would have such a deterrent effect as soon as it was promulgated. Even if only a few people bowed their heads, the gaps they had made up were enough to meet the needs of going to war. Even if they fought on both sides, they would not be too short of difficulties. Taking over Jingzhou, Lujiang, and Jiujiang, further expanding the territory, the economic crisis could be alleviated. Even if the foundation of the Sun family was established, Yuzhou would not be so important.

After dinner, Sun Ce chatted with Mrs. Wu for a while. Mrs. Wu sighed and said, "Bo Fu, you are better off. If it weren't for the luck, a woman like Yuan Quan would not be as a concubine, even if you want to marry her as a wife, you might not have such a blessing."

Sun Ce smiled and said, "I'm going to tell my mother that I originally wanted to marry her, but she refused."

"Yeah?"

Sun Ce roughly explained the story, and Mrs. Wu was even more relieved. "Bo Fu, she is a miserable person. You must treat her well and not let her suffer any grievances again. In the future... If she can give birth to a son in the future, you must treat him like a legitimate son."

Sun Ce agreed. Mrs. Wu was tired for a day and was a little tired. Sun Ce originally wanted to wait for her father Sun Jian to come back before discussing something, but he had to leave first. He returned to his yard and went to Yuan Quan's house first, wanting to say a few words to her and express his gratitude, but saw Feng Wan sitting by the bed, with her shirt half-unfolded, and her long hair was untied, and she was scattered on her chest.

Sun Ce was very surprised. "Awan, why are you here? Not saying..."

Feng Wan didn't say anything, just laughed and looked at the back of the bed with his eyes squinted. Sun Ce heard the sound of water and knew that there was someone behind the bed. Yuan Quan should be using water. He still disagreed and went forward to pull Feng Wan. "Stop making trouble, Sister Quan is tired for a day, let her have a good rest."

"Why, do you want to break your promise?" As soon as the bed curtain was lifted, Yuan Quan walked out, his face turned slightly red and radiant, and he looked tired. Sun Ce was surprised. "Sister, why are you... so energetic?"

"Yes, I have lived for twenty years and have never been as energetic as I am today." Yuan Quan signaled his maid to cover the door, bit his lip and walked over, pressing his bare hands on Sun Ce's chest, pushing him onto the bed, and climbed up himself, straddling Sun Ce's lap, like a majestic queen, while removing Sun Ce's belt, shouting: "Awan, don't sit down, take out your skills, let him see how powerful we are."

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Chapter completed!