Zhao Hanzhang raised an eyebrow, gesturing for him to continue.
Ji Yuan said, "I think Miss Zhao's idea is very good. Chang Ning is indeed someone we can use."
He mentioned Chang Ning's suggestion to County Magistrate Chai about purchasing grain in advance to stabilize prices for the coming year.
Zhao Hanzhang swept her gaze over the group, "This is..."
"Oh, when we were taking hostages in the county town, I befriended two or three government officials in the county government. They are willing to share any news with me," Ji Yuan said blandly, "This is news I've just received."
Zhao Hanzhang gave Ji Yuan a thumbs up.
Although it was Ji Yuan's first time seeing this gesture, he miraculously understood it and lifted his chin proudly.
The two exchanged a smile, both grinning like foxes.
Zhao Hanzhang said, "Sir, care to act as a persuader just this once?"
Ji Yuan thought for a moment and then shook his head, "I'm not suitable."
