"Let's go." Han Qing gave the order to the outsiders, then looked at Su Jinxia, ​​"Miss Su, is there anything you want to say?"

Han Qing's tone was gentle and lacked any intimidating force.

Su Jin couldn't help but wonder if the rumors were true.

As an official, can Han Qing, with his demeanor, really keep people in check?

Despite her doubts, Su Jin recounted the whole story from beginning to end.

"You're worried that the magistrate of Mianzhen County won't do his best in disaster relief," Han Qing summarized the crux of the problem.

Su Jin nodded. "That's right."

Han Qing said helplessly, "But this is just your worry. What do you want me to do about it?"

The magistrate's current behavior is at most a lack of enthusiasm for disaster relief. He can use his ignorance or lack of awareness as an excuse to shirk responsibility. Even if Han Qing goes, he can only reprimand him a few times and cannot be punished.

As for what might happen in the future, there's no way to say it now.

Su Jin could also think of these things. Just now at the county government office, she had nothing to say, which is why she left.

Han Qing's question to Su Jinxia has stumped her.

Even if Han Qing were to give the county magistrate a warning, the magistrate might only make verbal promises, and once they left, he would have plenty of ways to deal with the villagers.

Even if some villagers die in the face of a natural disaster, the county magistrate can still cover it up.

That's what happens when you're dealing with a local bully. If you can't hit their weak spot, you're completely helpless.

Su Jinxia was somewhat angry. The saying "the common people can't fight against the officials" is because it's really too difficult.

"You ask me? How would I know? Aren't you the prefect? ​​You're familiar with the laws of the court; you should be the one thinking about this." Su Jinxia said angrily, "The county magistrate arbitrarily cut down trees, causing the village to be flooded, and he didn't take any active measures to provide disaster relief. If this continues, the villagers won't be able to hold on for long. As the prefect, are you just going to stand by and do nothing?"

Han Qing...

What's wrong? Am I being scolded?

Just moments ago he was thinking of this Miss Su as a woman of refined manners and outstanding character, but now…

She's like a seemingly docile kitten, but she'll show her claws the moment her fur gets in the way!