If they wanted to unite a group of people, they had to have a common goal. If they wanted to cause a rift between a group of people, they had to distribute the benefits unevenly. This method worked every time.
Madam Rong knew this, or rather, everyone present knew this. So before they united, they had to distribute the benefits properly. Otherwise, they would have to fight over some benefits. That would not be good.
"The Shen's third branch's mother is my eldest sister. Isn't that enough?"
Rong Bing thought that his family had a closer relationship than the others, so he should get a better piece of land.
"The second branch's grain business is managed by my son-in-law. Why can't he get a piece of land?"
Madam Chen was dissatisfied with Madam Rong's words.
"This method of distribution is wrong. It should be based on effort and contribution. This is the fairest way."
The Qi's, who had nothing to do with the Shen's, tried to use this method to gain more benefits.
Everyone had their own ideas and plans, and no one intended to make further compromises. It didn't matter, as this had always been their style. Raising the price high and haggling was the rule. All they needed was a little time. However, this time, just as they were making a ruckus, a sudden change occurred.
Rong Bing's youngest son, Rong Zhichang, suddenly barged into the scene, causing the atmosphere to suddenly change.
"How dare you! What is this place?! Are you allowed to come in? "
Rong Bing glared at his youngest son. He was obviously very dissatisfied with his youngest son's actions. He felt that his youngest son's actions had caused him to lose face. This made him very unhappy, so he was very angry.
"Father! No … it's not like that! Father, outside … there is a large group of people causing trouble outside! "
Rong Zhichang was not a reckless person. Although he did not participate in the spoils distribution meeting like his brother Rong Zhifan, Rong Zhichang did not completely lose confidence. It could only be said that Rong Zhichang felt a little depressed.
However, a group of ruffians suddenly barged into the house and scolded everyone they saw. This was really troublesome, so he had to ask his father for advice.
At this critical moment, nothing could be decided on his own. This was what Rong Bing told Rong Zhichang.
"Someone is causing trouble?"
Rong Bing frowned. "Who's causing trouble?"
"They look like a bunch of hooligans. There are a lot of them, about thirty or forty of them. They are cursing and swearing. We have blocked them in the front yard, but they still want to rush into the mansion. Father, what should we do?"
Rong Zhichang quickly said.
"Hooligans? Did these bugs eat the heart of a bear or the heart of a leopard? "
Rong Bing looked around and saw a circle of ambiguous gazes. He pondered for a moment and felt that something was wrong. Could it be that something had happened when the hooligans came to cause trouble at this time?
Rong Bing felt that it was necessary for him to go out and take a look, so he said, "Everyone, please wait for a moment, I will be right back. Zhifan, you stay here and serve the uncles."
"Yes, father!"
Rong Zhifan said respectfully.
Rong Bing nodded and followed Rong Zhichang as they left the scene of the loot distribution. As they walked towards the main gate, they saw the guards of the Rong Residence standing in a few lines, confronting the hooligans. The hooligans were quite arrogant, and every time they opened their mouths, they would curse and swear.
At the same time, there were already many villagers standing at the entrance of the Rong Residence to watch. This kind of thing had always been very attractive.
Rong Bing was very prideful, and he couldn't pretend that he didn't see such a situation that shook the dignity of the Rong Residence.
"What audacity! You bunch of bugs! How dare you come to the Rong Residence to cause trouble! Are you tired of living?! "
With a straight face, Rong Bing angrily walked up to the guards and scolded the hooligans.
He didn't know why, but why would a bunch of hooligans have the guts to cause trouble in the Rong Residence?
There must be a reason behind this.
Rong Bing thought about it again and again. He felt that it was best to chase these people away as soon as possible to protect his reputation and continue with the loot distribution. As for the reason behind this, he could deal with it later. Thus, he ordered the guards to raise their weapons.
They weren't just simple rods, but also knives that gleamed with a cold light.
These days, which tyrant in the southeast didn't have a knife, a spear, or a rod? For those who were slightly better off, they could enter and exit the county's armory as if it was their own backyard. Some families even had crossbows that were prohibited by the imperial court. Of course, there was no need to use such weapons now.
As long as they flashed their knives, the hooligans seemed to be intimidated by the knives, and they all took a step back nervously.
Rong Bing sneered. Just as he was about to order the guards to chase these hooligans away, the leader of the hooligans suddenly spoke.
"What do you mean we are audacious? Your Rong Residence is so big and rich! How dare you sell us dirty rice mixed with sand! After we ate it, we almost couldn't recover from it! This is a matter of life and death! Tell me! How are you going to compensate us?! "
The leader of the hooligans felt his legs go weak, and he was unsure of what to do. However, when he thought of Xie He's orders and the shiny silver, he felt that he had regained his courage and directly scolded Rong Bing.
"Compensate you?"
Rong Bing laughed wildly as if he had heard the funniest joke in the world. "Hahahaha, you bugs are crazy for money! Do you know who I am? I am the head of the Rong Family, Rong Bing! You dare to ask me for money? "
Needless to say, Rong Bing looked quite domineering when he was angry.
When the leader of the hooligans heard this, he swallowed his saliva and forced himself to maintain his courage. "You are Rong Bing! Good! Hurry up and compensate us a hundred taels of silver! This matter is over, otherwise, we will not be finished! "
"Yes! Not finished! "
"Not finished!"
"We will not be finished!"
The hooligans behind him also shouted loudly.
"A hundred taels of silver?!"
Rong Bing was so angry that he laughed again. "Are you bugs crazy for money? Coming to my Rong Residence to cause trouble and extort money? Don't even talk about selling you dirty rice. Even if I eat you to death, even if the county magistrate comes! Don't even think about getting a single copper coin! Guards, listen up! Anyone who takes another step forward will be beaten to death immediately! "
To him, it didn't matter if he killed a few ruffians, it didn't matter at all.
Thus, Rong Bing's words were very harsh.
However, compared to a real army, they were still much weaker.
The leader of the hooligans thought about the Zhennan Army behind him, the black muzzles, and the ferocious appearance of Rong Bing and the guards. He suddenly felt that there was nothing to be afraid of.
No matter how powerful these people were, they could not be more frightening than real soldiers. They were just a bunch of dogs that relied on their master's power.
Thus, the leader of the hooligans mustered up his courage and took a step forward.
Rong Bing frowned.
They really dared to challenge my authority?
Why are these hooligans here? Who is behind this? Why is this situation so strange?
Although there were many questions that could be answered with a little thought, the situation was urgent. There were many villagers watching the show outside. Rong Bing's authority was the foundation of his position. At this moment, facing the challenger, he had to fight back firmly. Otherwise, something unexpected would happen.
Thus, Rong Bing waved his hand.
"Beat this bastard to death!"
Immediately, three to five strong guards waved thick wooden sticks and beat the leader of the hooligans. He was beaten until he rolled on the ground, howling miserably.
"Kill … murder! Murder!! "
What Rong Bing didn't expect was that he thought this was a show of power. He thought he could drive away these greedy bugs by beating them up. However, as soon as the fight started, the ruffians on the other side started shouting murder. What was going on?
Why were they shouting like this?
Or …
Who are they yelling for?
Just as this thought appeared in his mind, there was suddenly a burst of hurried footsteps and noise from outside the mansion. A large group of soldiers in Zhennan Army uniforms pushed the hooligans aside and rushed in.
"Murder? How dare you! How dare you kill people in broad daylight?! "
Zheng Ying's deputy general, Deputy General Zhao, rushed into the Rong mansion with the soldiers and shouted.
Then, a hooligan quickly pointed at Rong Bing, who was holding a cane.
"Sir! It's him! It's this Rong Bing! He's the head of the Rong family. He's the one who killed them! "
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