Reincarnation in the Three Kingdoms Era with a System

Chapter 628 628: 628 Lu Lingqi

Back in Dingxiang City, Lü Bu invited Lu Ming to his home for dinner.

His thinking was simple: to secure a future, making it easier to switch allegiances later.

Despite following Dong Zhuo, Lü Bu's rank had only risen slightly.

Being adopted as a son but unable to command troops, serving only as a guard, filled him with immense frustration.

He longed to fight on the battlefield, not to be a bodyguard for a decrepit old man.

After fighting alongside Lu Ming, Lü Bu realized this was the life he wanted, the life he yearned for.

A general who cannot gallop across the battlefield, wrapped in a horse's hide, is not worthy of being called a general!

Lü Bu's residence was a very ordinary courtyard house. Upon entering, there was only a small courtyard, followed by the living room.

A woman of average appearance, with black hair piled up on her back, a voluptuous figure, and a large bottom that even a long dress couldn't conceal, emerged with a bright-eyed, white-toothed young girl. "Greetings, Governor."

"Greetings, Governor. This is my wife, Madam Yan, and this is my daughter, Lingqi." Lu Bu's regret was not having a son. He was already over thirty, and without a son, even if he achieved great things, it would be difficult to win over the people.

"Greetings, Madam and Miss." Lu Ming nodded, found a cushion to sit on, and servants naturally poured wine.

Compared to his own home, the conditions were naturally much worse.

He didn't show any disdain, but picked up a sip of wine.

"Fengxian, is your daughter married?"

"Reporting to Your Excellency, no." Lu Bu's heart skipped a beat; he had a vague suspicion.

"I'm lacking a bedmate, and I think Lingqi is quite suitable. If Fengxian is willing, I'm willing to offer a hundred taels of silver as a dowry to take her as a concubine. In the future, if Fengxian wishes to come to Guanzhong, I will certainly offer him the vacant position of Colonel," Lu Ming said, bowing. He then added, "Is your family the Yan family of Bingzhou?"

Lu Bu stared blankly at Lu Ming, still unable to react.

Lu Ming wanted to take his daughter as a concubine upon their first meeting?

His daughter as a concubine?

Madam Yan looked at her husband with some surprise, then at Lu Ming, without answering her daughter's question. "Yes, sir," she said, "my husband used to be a merchant in Wuyuan County, but he has since moved to Taiyuan."

"Hmm, not bad," Lu Ming nodded in satisfaction, then said, "In that case, he must have connections and routes for trade in Bingzhou. I plan to establish a trade route with Prefect Dong. Although Bingzhou is harsh, it has many resources that can be developed. Trading here will be very promising. The first thing to do is to repair bridges and roads, which will be a huge expense."

"In Liangzhou, the roads are no longer mainly dirt roads, but are paved with cement invented by the governor of this prefecture." "Primarily, it's hard, sturdy, and smooth, and even after rain it won't become muddy, making it ideal for warhorses. The same caravan traveling on paved roads is more than twice as fast as on ordinary roads; the wealth it brings is unimaginable!"

"Humans aren't plants or trees; how can they be without feelings? Money may be an external thing, but without it, you can't move an inch. Fengxian, this is your wife. But if she wants to join the Guanzhong merchant group and obtain the right to trade and travel on the roads, someone needs to be a hostage. This governor comes from humble origins and dislikes the roundabout ways of scholars, so I'll be straightforward from the start." Lu Ming rattled off what he wanted to say, describing Guanzhong as a land of gold, overflowing with money.

Indeed, it was true. Guanzhong had abundant coal resources, as well as salt lakes and salt wells.

Rice, wheat, and vegetables provided for daily necessities, while other workshops produced paper, carriages, and other highly sought-after goods, even priceless glass.

Jade, jadeite, and gold—items meant for burial—are extremely popular outside of Guanzhong.

The Han Dynasty imperial tombs have already been excavated by Lu Ming's men. The burials of emperors throughout history have yielded vast amounts of gold, silver, and treasures, as well as inscriptions and paintings—all of which can be extracted and used.

Thanks to the numerous tombs, Lu Ming's economy has been able to maintain rapid growth. Once the initial phase is over, a self-sustaining cycle will emerge, eliminating the need for further investment.

Lu Bu was stunned. He hadn't yet recovered from Lu Ming's suggestion of taking his daughter as a concubine when he was brought up business.

He could only feign contemplation, though inwardly he was somewhat flustered.

Being a concubine would certainly be unpleasant, but his daughter was clearly not qualified to be his principal wife.

Although he didn't know who Lu Ming's wives were, he did know that one of Lu Ming's wives was the current princess.

Upon hearing about the need for hostages, Madam Yan fell silent. She couldn't decide, nor could she. It seemed she had no status at home, merely holding the title of the legal wife.

"Fengxian, you can take your time to consider. I will rest in Dingxiang City for two days before heading to Hejian," Lu Ming shook his head, not urging her further.

For him, getting Lü Lingqi would be ideal, but not getting her was also fine.

"No problem!" Lü Bu suddenly said, looking at Lu Ming, clasping his hands in a fist salute, "It's Lingqi's good fortune that you value her. Lingqi, you should go back with me today."

Lü Lingqi, who hadn't gone far, was speechless with astonishment. She had only met him once, yet he had already taken a liking to her and was now making her a concubine.

Seeing her daughter's expression, Madam Yan immediately pulled her back, "Aren't you going to pay your respects and express your gratitude?"

Lü Lingqi was just a young girl; she couldn't quite grasp the situation. Although it was a bit early, it was still useful.

"This humble daughter greets Your Excellency."

"Lin Rong, go and fetch one hundred taels of silver for Fengxian's dowry," Lu Ming ordered his personal guards. Then, turning to Lü Bu, he said, "Fengxian, you are my uncle's bodyguard, so I won't poach you. If you ever want to come to my side in the future, and my uncle agrees, I will still reserve a captain's position for you, allowing you to lead troops into battle. As for business, you should discuss that with your father-in-law. There's no rush; take your time."

Lü Bu respectfully saw Lu Ming and his daughter off. Watching his daughter, Lü Lingqi, being taken away by Lu Ming, he felt a strange unease.

Perhaps tonight, his daughter's petite body would be pinned beneath Lu Ming, and she would lose her virginity, riding and thrusting freely on her!

And then he would ejaculate his filth inside her!

Poor daughter!