Xie Tao took the gift list, but did not look at it, but put it on the coffee table next to him and said, "Mr. Lu is so polite. We help you transport food because this batch of food is for disaster relief, so we help you transport it. We don't want your gifts, otherwise we wouldn't even charge the shipping fee. So even if we appreciate your kindness, please take all the things you bring back and use them for disaster relief."

Chang Qingde and Lu Chengping looked at each other, and they were obviously a little surprised. The servants did not accept money. The officials were so frugal and did not even accept legitimate thank-you gifts. This seemed to be something that only existed in the books of sages, but it really happened in front of them. Chang Qingde even thought, could this be the result of this overseas Chinese really be destined to be the destiny of heaven, so why did this happen?

At this time, Lu Chengpingji said again: "Since Chief thanks for being so generous, everyone in Luzhou Prefecture will be grateful."

Xie Tao waved his hand and said, "Mr. Lu, there is no need to say these polite words. Let's just say them straight. I think you will definitely be surprised. Now we are basically hostile to the Qing court. This time we come to rescue the disaster, why? Are you planning to take the opportunity to occupy Anhui!"

Lu Chengping and Chang Qingde were also a little embarrassed because what Xie Tao said was too straightforward and not tactful at all. However, they really said it, so the two of them did not intend to practice Tai Chi again. Chang Qingde said: "To be honest, we are really grateful for your help, and your help is also very good. Just like sending carbon in the snow, our Luzhou Prefecture is indeed welcome. However, there is a Taoist platform and a governor in Luzhou Prefecture, and it is not possible to make a complete decision. The identity of the nobleman is really difficult to explain to the higher authorities, so the prefect is also in a very difficult situation."

Xie Tao said: "We really have no other intentions when we come here. We just want to save disasters and people. We just wait until the disaster is over and the victims are all resettled, and we will leave. We have no intention of taking advantage of the situation. Therefore, you can rest assured."

Zhu Nanzhen also said: "Yes, we are descendants of China, and the people who were affected this time are our compatriots. How can we stand by and ignore our compatriots when they are in trouble? Although we have an enemy relationship with the Qing court, at this time, we hope to put the hostile relationship and political differences first. Everything is the top priority for disaster relief and people-rescue. Therefore, we have established refugee camps here, and other places to accommodate disaster victims."

In fact, the goal of East China ** this time is to take advantage of the opportunity of disaster relief. On the one hand, it is to establish the image of East China ** being people-oriented and benevolent and loving the people; on the other hand, it has also taken root in Anhui, Jiangsu, Hubei and other places. In the future, it will easily defeat the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River basin. Therefore, even after the disaster is over, it will not leave. Of course, it is just that. After all, you must first occupy the highest point of morality. Anyway, after the disaster is over, you can rely on any excuse to find any excuse.

Lu Chengping and Chang Qingde were also smart people, of course they would not believe what they said. However, now morality is indeed occupied by East China **, and nothing is easy to say. Chang Qingde said: "I admire the kindness and righteousness of the people, but if you really have the intention to save disasters and help the people, why not negotiate with the court? If you can get permission from the court, wouldn't it be better? It would be a pity for us to make things difficult."

Xie Tao smiled and said, "Mr. Chang thought that if we negotiate with the Qing court, will the Qing court agree to us to come and rescue the disaster?"

When Chang Qingde heard this, he also smiled bitterly. He knew in his heart that the Qing court would never agree to the East China ** entering Anhui, Jiangsu and other provinces to rescue disasters. Of course, the Qing court would not refuse on the spot, but instead seek various excuses to refuse and delay. Anyway, the flood will automatically end in September and October, which is 4 or 5 months. The Qing court has no other skills, but procrastination is a good move.

Xie Tao said again: "You two have seen it just now. We set up a refugee camp here to shelter and resettle the affected people. I hope Luzhou Prefecture can support and cooperate to provide us with favorable conditions for emergency rescue and disaster relief. And now we will remember what Luzhou Prefecture helps us do, and there will inevitably be rewards in the future."

Chang Qingde paused in his heart. It seemed that overseas Chinese were not just talking straightforward. What was said just now was just a matter of words! The help provided by Luzhou Prefecture will be remembered and will be rewarded in the future. So if Luzhou Prefecture does not provide help, what is the obstacle to set up? I am afraid it is just waiting for revenge from East China Prefecture.

Zhu Nanzhen said: "Of course, I think the prefect Lu has a better way than us in how to deal with it in the Qing court. However, we will also try our best to cooperate wherever we need to cooperate."

Chang Qingde nodded, and when it comes to this, he said everything he should say, and his attitude towards East China ** was basically clear, so he said: "Okay, we will truthfully repay the magistrate for these words, and the magistrate will decide."

Xie Tao said: "Okay, but Mr. Chang would like to explain it clearly to Prefect Lu. I hope Prefect Lu can do it himself."

So Chang Qingde and Lu Chengping also stood up and said goodbye. Xie Tao ordered the soldiers to take them out, and the gifts they brought were taken back to Hefei City.

After returning to Hefei, the two immediately met the governor Lu Chengxiang, and told Lu Chengxiang in detail about what happened this time, what they saw in the camp, the meetings and conversations with Xie Tao and Zhu Nanzhen, etc.

After listening to the two of them, Lu Chengxiang frowned and said worriedly: "It seems that overseas Chinese are planning to stay in Sanshigang, what should we do?"

Chang Qingde nodded and said, "From what they said, it is not just that they have set up refugee camps in Luzhou, but also other places to accommodate disaster victims."

When Lu Chengxiang heard this, his eyes lit up. If East China ** not only set up refugee camps in Luzhou, but also set up refugee camps in other places, then his responsibilities would be much smaller. Moreover, the more refugee camps are set up in East China **, the smaller the responsibility of Luzhou Prefecture, because the law does not punish the public. So he said: "So, according to Mr. Chang's wishes, what should we deal with it?"

Chang Qingde said: "Dongweng, according to the students' opinions, disaster relief and people are the top priority now. If disaster relief is not properly handled, it will lead to civil unrest, and other matters are all indirect matters. Therefore, at this time, we should not create problems and put the cart before the horse."

After hearing this, Lu Chengxiang sneered for a while before saying, "So what about the Governor's Office, should we inform you?"

Chang Qingde shook his head and said, "Dongweng, this is an extraordinary time, so there should be no more trouble. What's more, the incident of overseas Chinese entering Anhui for disaster relief is so big and powerful, so how can it be hidden? The governor will know sooner or later, why should Dongweng make such a big move!"

Lu Chengxiang nodded, understanding what Chang Qingde meant, and tried his best to hide it from him. As long as the news was not transmitted from him, he would be worthy of East China**.

Chang Qingde then said: "What's more, overseas Chinese are not all bad things to be hosted by disasters in Luzhou. The flood is more dangerous than last year, but the court and the governor's office are powerless. With the power of Luzhou Prefecture alone, it can cope with such disasters. Although Chengping bought 600 stones of grain back, it can temporarily relieve the urgent needs, but how many days can this mere 600 stone of grain be able to support this mere 600 stone of grain? Now there are food shortages everywhere and it is difficult to purchase. How can Luzhou Prefecture continue? Now that overseas Chinese have camps and shelter victims here, it can just solve the crisis of Luzhou Prefecture. Overseas Chinese have food and boats, only the ability to help disaster victims is indeed far away from our Luzhou Prefecture. Therefore, overseas Chinese are here, so there are no need to worry about the danger of disaster victims."

Lu Chengxiang smiled bitterly and said, "Mr. Chang, why don't I know what you said? But have you ever thought about it? If overseas Chinese can gather the victims of Long and get the hearts of the victims, then there will be endless troubles."

Chang Qingde said: "Dongweng, why don't the students know these reasons? Is it just that with the power of Luzhou Prefecture, can overseas Chinese stop building camps here and shelter disaster victims?"

Lu Chengxiang shook his head and said, "No."

Chang Qingde said again: "If Dongweng reported this matter to the governor, what will the governor do?"

Lu Chengxiang thought about it seriously and said, "I'm afraid I'll try to stop it."

Anhui Governor Enming was a relatively capable person among the Qing court officials, and was able to accept new affairs and support the Qing court's new policies. During his tenure in Anhui, he also did some practical things and implemented some new policies. However, Enming was a Manchu, so he would never allow East China ** to set up disaster relief in Anhui. Once he knew about it, he would definitely find a way to stop it, and it was even possible to take some extreme measures.

Chang Qingde nodded and said, "In this way, didn't Dongweng offend overseas Chinese again? Overseas Chinese are not good people, let alone their popularity is very popular now, so you must not offend easily."

Lu Chengxiang's body was shocked and he understood Chang Qingde's meaning. The East China ** had already publicly announced that he would replace the Qing court. Now those who have a little understanding of the general situation also know that the Qing court is definitely not the opponent of the East China **. The reason why the East China ** has not launched an attack on the Qing court is mainly because the Far East War has just ended, and the East China ** still needs a certain amount of time to restore and digest the benefits of the Far East War. Once the Qing court really takes action, it will inevitably be a destruction and destruction.

Most Manchus like Enming certainly had to try their best to maintain the rule of the Qing court, but most Han officials like Lu Chengxiang did not have the idea of ​​burying the Qing court, so they had to consider leaving a way out for themselves. However, Lu Chengxiang had no contact with the East China **, and they could not contact each other rashly. This time, the East China ** established a camp in Luzhou to accommodate the victims. It was actually a great opportunity to communicate and collude with the East China **. It may not be that they betray the Qing court now, but it is completely necessary to make a little connection with the East China ** and find a way out.
Chapter completed!