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The county seat of Qianshan in the Ming Dynasty was not located in Hekou Town on the bank of Xinjiang River, but in Yongping Town on the bank of Qianshan River.

early morning.

Feng Xun, the magistrate of Qianshan County, was waiting at the hotel early, with many scholars standing behind him.

Fei Yinghuan was yawning while waiting there, and he was slandering the governor in his heart. If it weren't for the clan leader and his own father repeatedly admonishing him, he wouldn't be bothered to waste time with this mentally retarded person.

After an unknown amount of time, a servant opened the door, and Governor Wei Zhaocheng walked out, followed only by a middle-aged servant.

Both the master and the servant were dressed simply, and their whole bodies showed what it meant to be incorruptible.

"Ashamed, ashamed, I kept you waiting for so long." Wei Zhaocheng said with a smile, cupping his fists.

The county magistrate Feng Xun immediately stepped forward and said with an apologetic smile: "Don't blame yourself, Mr. Yaohai. It's only my fault that I came early."

"I have met Yao Haigong." All the scholars saluted.

Wei Zhaocheng stroked his beard, raised his eyes, smiled and nodded: "There seem to be a few more talented people in the county today."

Feng Xun hurriedly introduced the new face: "This is Hu Mengtai, the county's best son, whose courtesy name is Youli."

Hu Mengtai bowed his hands and said, "This junior has met Yao Haigong."

Wei Zhaocheng saw that although this man was wearing ordinary clothes, the jade pendant around his waist was of great value. He could tell at a glance that he was from a local wealthy family. His smile became more friendly and kind, and he took Hu Mengtai's hand and said, "Youli is an outstanding talent. He has won the election at such a young age. He will be the pillar of the country one day!"

"Young Master Yaohai praises you so much that I cannot deserve it," Hu Mengtai said modestly.

After some chatting, Feng Xun introduced: "This is Ren Yichan, a resident of this county..."

"But after Si'an Gong (Ren Xiyi)?" Wei Zhaocheng asked quickly.

Ren Yichan couldn't hide the pride on his face, he raised his hands and said: "I'm a latecomer to the lower school, and I'll pay my respects to Duke Yao Hai."

Wei Zhaocheng immediately held hands and encouraged him: "Master Si'an is a hero of Neo-Confucianism. You should work hard to learn and not lose the reputation of your ancestors."

Ren Xiyi was a direct disciple of Zhu Xi. The posthumous titles of Zhu Xi, Zhou Dunyi, Cheng Hao, Cheng Yi, Zhang Zai and others were all decided upon at the request of Shangshu Ren Xiyi, and he was therefore regarded as a great contributor to Neo-Confucianism.

As a descendant of Ren Xiyi, Ren Yidan quickly said: "Senior Dundun's teachings are like those of Hong Zhongda Lu. The younger generation will never dare or forget them."

This set of hypocritical tricks is still going on.

Fei Yinghuan stood in front of the hotel door, wanting to kill the governor with a sword.

Grinding and chirping, seeking fame and reputation, makes people feel sick!

Two days ago, Fei Yinghuan was held by Wei Zhaocheng's hand in the same way at his ancestral home in Henglin.

He was still a little flattered at the time, but he soon discovered that as long as he was a scholar from a wealthy family, he would be dragged by Wei Zhaocheng's hand for a long time.

If you inquire more carefully, you will see that you are a new member of the court.

Last year's governor of Jiangxi was named Yang Bangxian. He was far away from the capital and was unaware of the political events. Zhou Dunyi, Cheng Hao, and Cheng Yi were actually invited out of the Sanxian Temple, and the statue of Wei Zhongxian was moved in. Jiangxi Sanxian Temple was transformed into the birthplace of Wei Eunuch.

If you are a fool, you can imagine the outcome.

Lu Wenwen, the left deputy capital censor, was immediately elected governor of Jiangxi, but was impeached and removed before leaving the capital.

Zhang Rensu, the right deputy imperial envoy, took over the post of governor of Jiangxi. This person finally left Beijing, but unfortunately he was impeached and removed from office halfway.

Wei Zhaocheng was a civil servant, and his teacher was Chen Yuting, the censor of Nanjing Youdu.

After Chongzhen overthrew Wei Zhongxian, Chen Yuting participated in Nanjing's capital inspection affairs, and Wei Zhaocheng participated in statistics of official information across the country.

After the statistical work was completed, Wei Zhaocheng was promoted eight levels in a row and became the Minister of Taichang Temple!

Still not satisfied with this, he overthrew the two deputy imperial envoys and got his wish and went to Jiangxi to become the governor.

…

The magistrate personally acted as the tour guide, and a group of scholars accompanied him throughout the journey, followed by a large number of servants of the scholars.

In addition, after Zaoli opened the way, the team actually stretched for two or three miles.

After leading the governor to Yimin Alley, the county magistrate Feng Xun pointed at the short pavilion and said, "Mr. Yao Hai, this is the famous Baobenfang."

Wei Zhaocheng quickly straightened his clothes and stepped forward to check the pavilion plaque. He was surprised and said: "It is Zhu Zi's own handwriting. I must pay homage to it!"

Wei Zhaocheng lifted up the hem of his clothes and knelt down before Zhu Xi's inscription. The scholars behind him could only follow him and bow down.

After kneeling down and worshiping, Wei Zhaocheng stood up and was about to leave, but saw a stone tablet beside the pavilion, with a big cabbage engraved on it.

Wei Zhaocheng frowned and asked, "This is the pavilion named by Zhu Xi. Who dares to erect a monument here without authorization?"

Feng Xun replied: "The previous magistrate did it."

"Tear it down!" Wei Zhaocheng shouted.

Feng Xun quickly reminded in a low voice: "Yaohai Gong, it is inconvenient to demolish it, otherwise it will inevitably cause public outrage."

Wei Zhaocheng was stunned for a moment and could only say, "Tell me in detail."

Feng Xun explained: "Ten years ago, there was a great disaster in Qianshan, famine spread across the land, and additional Liao pay was allocated. At that time, there were only 20,000 people left in Qianshan, and the additional Liao pay was 30,000 taels. The county magistrate Da Jiliang carved cabbage There is an inscription on the stele, "As parents of the people, we must not know this taste; as my innocent son, we must not have this color". He and the officials ate grains and drank vegetable soup together, and persuaded the wealthy people to release grains to the people, thus securing a place. Safety."

Wei Zhaocheng was silent for a moment, not knowing what to say. The water here is a bit deep!

How could Qianshan County have only 20,000 people left despite its prosperous economy?

There must be countless surnames who take shelter from the gentry and wealthy families and are not shown in the official yellow rolls.

As for persuading wealthy families to release grain to help the people?

I'm afraid that the magistrate used thunderous means during the flash of swords and swords!

Wei Zhaocheng stared at the inscription on the Baicai Monument, carefully recalled the information about Da Jiliang, and quickly clapped his hands and said with a smile: "It turns out to be Doctor Da. Unexpectedly, he has such political achievements."

Feng Xun was surprised and said: "Is the magistrate Daxian a doctor?"

Wei Zhaocheng said: "I was just elected as a member of the Ministry of Household Affairs this year. I have been ordered to plan the world's officials. The uncommon surnames among Dalang are quite easy to remember."

Da Jiliang served as the county magistrate in Qianshan for six years, which made the local wealthy people miserable, so everyone pooled money together to buy him an official position in Ganzhou to be the magistrate.

The folk customs in the southern Jiangxi area were fierce and there were many thieves. It was originally a hard job. Unexpectedly, Da Jiliang became famous and was sent to Shanxi at the expense of the local wealthy family... In just a few years, he actually became a member of the Ministry of Household Affairs.

What’s even more interesting is that both Wei Zhaocheng and Da Jiliang were members of the Donglin Party.

However, Da Jiliang was labeled as a Donglin Party member by the Eunuch Party, and was expelled from his position when he was an official in Shanxi. Now he is regarded as a comrade by the Donglin Party and is employed.

Looking at the cabbage monument in front of him, Governor Wei felt awkward. He praised it and left in a hurry, never mentioning the matter of smashing the monument again.

The long procession left the county town and boarded a boat to Xin Qiji's former residence.

Yongping is equivalent to Chengguan Town in Qianshan County, and the passenger ship Zhao Han took is docked on the shore outside the town.

Fei Yinghuan left the team with Wei Jianxiong, and soon came to his own boat and said to the helmsman: "Follow the fleet in front!"

Zhao Han, Qin Xin, Jian Dan and Jiu Po ​​were sleeping in the cabin because they played cards too late last night.

Hearing the noise, he immediately stood up to pay his respects:

"Master, Uncle Wei!"

"Dad, Master Wei!"

Fei Yinghuan twisted his neck, sat down, and said exhaustedly: "Don't talk nonsense, come here and press it for me."

Before Zhao Han could react, the Hehehe trio rushed forward extremely quickly.

Jian Dan and Jiu Po ​​were on the left and right, responsible for beating Fei Yinghuan's legs, while Qin Xin went around to the back to rub his shoulders.

"Phew, comfortable!"

Fei Yinghuan closed his eyes and enjoyed the massage, and couldn't help complaining: "This Governor Laoshi Ziwei is used to putting on airs. I'm afraid he is a corrupt official who only knows party fighting. The people of Jiangxi must suffer."

Zhao Han asked: "Isn't it rumored that Governor Wei is honest and thrifty?"

Fei Yinghuan smacked his lips and said, "I'm just afraid that he will be honest and frugal!"

Free ones are often the most expensive ones.

An official who flaunts his integrity but secretly becomes greedy and kills people cannot be dismissed with three melons and two dates.

Wei Zhaocheng overthrew two deputy capital envoys before getting the position of governor of Jiangxi. Would he leave obediently if he didn't become fat?

After sweeping the cards on the table, Fei Yinghuan suddenly became interested: "There is still some distance to go to Jiaxuan Tomb. Old Wei, sit down quickly and play cards with me."

Wei Jianxiong sat cross-legged, grabbed the cards and asked, "Why are there so many cards?"

Jiupo said as if he was offering a treasure: "Brother Han has a new way to play cards. Two decks of cards are mixed together and played. Four cards can be used to open the kong, and there are many numbers on the kong. You can also make pairs and pairs, and touch and touch. It’s crazy if you touch it…”

"It sounds quite new. Please tell me the rules in detail." Fei Yinghuan said with a smile.

Ever since, everyone started playing mahjong again.

Fei Yinghuan, Wei Jianxiong, Zhao Han, and Jiu Po ​​sat at the same table, Qin Xin continued to massage her shoulders, and Jian Dan sat next to him as a card consultant for the young master.

After playing for a few rounds, Fei Yinghuan finally became familiar with the rules, and it was indeed much more interesting than the previous gameplay.

Young Master Fei was quite happy and said: "Old Wei, I'm giving out the money. If you don't get the winnings, you won't be able to have fun."

Wei Jianxiong took out several daggers of Jiajing Tongbao, and each person on the table got two daggers. Fei Yinghuan paid for whether he won or lost, and he was rewarded even if he didn't play cards.

As for the Governor of Wei, Fei Yinghuan had long forgotten about him.

On the boat next door, Hu Mengtai, who was born in the Hu family of Yongping, seemed not to want to serve Governor Wei anymore.

Hu Mengtai was more interesting. He was too lazy to waste any more time. He suddenly left the cabin and walked to the bow of the ship. He lost his footing and fell into the water with a "pop".

"The young master fell into the river, the young master fell into the river!"

The boy yelled in panic.

Fei Yinghuan was doing his best, and when he heard the shout, he immediately ordered: "Pull over quickly to save people! Touch, Basuo!"

The river was bustling with activity, and several nearby passenger boats worked together to rescue Hu Mengtai.

Fei Yinghuan did not allow anyone to move the cards, walked out of the cabin, and asked from across the boat: "Is Brother Hu okay?"

"My young master has fainted." Hu's boy shouted.

Fei Yinghuan said: "Send him back to the county for medical treatment quickly."

The Hu family's boat hurriedly turned around. When the two boats crossed each other, the unconscious Hu Mengtai suddenly blinked and smiled secretly at Fei Yinghuan.

Fei Yinghuan slapped his thigh fiercely and sighed: "Why didn't I think of such a wonderful idea? Brother Hu is really talented."

Wei Jianxiong said: "How about we fall into the water too?"

Fei Yinghuan scolded: "Idiot, you can't do it again, just imitate others!"

Zhao Han was speechless. Who are these people?

(Sacrifice a book: "Rebirth: The Rise of Xiangjiang", a new book by Boss Bintie.)