No one can tell what happened next.
Xianjin knew clearly that even Lao Xiong was far from being able to reach the level where the heavens could hear him.
Now it is the cabinet minister who wants to promote the School of Mind.
Standing behind the elder is the highest power center today.
The power center can get rid of anyone it wants, so why would it have to pick a day?
The key is, why do we need to do this? To what extent will it be considered complete? Should we do this to all the people? Or should we focus on the Qiao family?
These answers are related to the fate of the Qiao family.
Xianjin lowered his head, wiped his tears, and pointed to the southeast corner with one hand. He simply changed the deck of cards and played, "Those scholars at the door, sleeping on the floor, drinking cold water, guarding day and night, some of them are seeking fame, but there are also many who really want to help Master Qiao to survive..."
"Even County Magistrate Cui from Jing County was busy running around for Mr. Qiao's affairs, and his mouth was full of blisters from exhaustion."
Xianjin's voice softened, his eyebrows drooped, and he said, "Everyone just wants Mr. Qiao to be alive!"
Luo's hands slowed down while she was embroidering.
The little girl looks so pitiful!
Like a puppy that was thrown away halfway!
Even if I can't help, I can always be kind to the little girl Kuan Kuan!
Luo looked at Prefect Xiong with disapproval.
Prefect Xiong sensed his wife's condemnation and cleared his throat. "The charge of treason is only a suspicion at the moment... The saint is concerned about the students who left Qingcheng Mountain Academy and Princess Bai'an. If he really wants to arrest them, do you think Baoyuan can escape? Do you think Baozhu can still be led out by you?... Generally speaking, if you can't get evidence within 24 hours after the incident, it will be difficult to put the other party to death."
"At most, I will be exiled three thousand miles away and have two legs broken. It's no big deal!"
Magistrate Xiong happily comforted Xianjin.
When speaking in official circles, people never talk about death.
Prefect Xiong said, "But nothing is absolute. If there is a breakthrough in Fujian, Fang Zhi's life or death will have to be discussed again."
Exile, three thousand miles, two broken legs...small things?
Xianjin:...
Do all officials play so big?
The greater the risk, the higher the reward?
Showing gold in digestion.
Luo rolled her eyes, caught the blind spot, leaned forward and asked with narrowed eyes, "Master Cui, are you also very anxious?"
Xianjin still had his eyes drooping. He turned around and nodded, saying, "Although Lord Cui is not from Qingcheng Mountain, he has always sought advice from the headmaster whenever he has any academic questions. The relationship between the county government and the mountain academy is very good... The scholars in the county are also impressed by him. In the past, the headmaster felt sorry for him and said, 'If Cui Heng's family had less burdens, he might be able to make further progress'..."
Xianjin looked like a fool and said, "I heard that our county is going to have a new magistrate?"
Magistrate Xiong looked at her with a half-smile, as if he had already seen through the little tricks among girls.
Xianjin went ahead with all his might, for Yoyo's glory and the rest of his life!
"If the new magistrate is arrogant and stubborn, all the scholars in our county and even in our mansion will probably run away!"
Luo nodded thoughtfully.
Prefect Xiong seemed to have opened the door to new ideas. Most of the students trained in Qingcheng Mountain Academy were those who followed the School of Principle. If the court sent an official who followed the School of Principle, and the two schools of thought came to a fight, he would be the only one who would suffer. In his jurisdiction, the academic atmosphere was flourishing and there were many talented people. Wouldn't his political achievements be more impressive than his money?
It is unrealistic to immediately promote Cui Heng to the position of county magistrate.
But he could still make all the officials leave.
After all, the county magistrate is not as good as the current manager, and the comments of the immediate superior are very important during the year-end evaluation.
Magistrate Xiong stroked his beard.
A maid poured tea for Xianjin.
She knows the etiquette of pouring tea for guests.
Xianjin lowered his head and bowed his head respectfully to take his leave.
Luo called Xianjin, "...it's too late. If we go back to Jing County, it might be dawn. How about..."
Luo glanced at Prefect Xiong and changed the subject, "How about asking the servant to help you vacate a room at the official inn so that you can set off in peace tomorrow?"
Xianjin waved his hands repeatedly, flattered, and said, "Don't be afraid! My daughter has a place to stay today - the Third Master brought her to Xuancheng Mansion. I will go and pay my respects to Madam Qu later."
Luo left him a few more words, but Xianjin was very determined, so she sent a maid to escort Xianjin out of the house.
As they were about to leave the house, Suo'er behind them asked timidly, "Shall we go back to Xuancheng House?"
Help, she was scared.
Even a strong and shameless person like Mother Zhang was forced by the people in the house to make rice cakes for half a month. Wouldn't a delicate little lamb like her be eaten up?
Xianjin looked back at the big red lantern in front of the doorpost and shook his head slightly, "Drive the mule cart directly back to Jing County."
Suo'er muttered, "Why don't we just go to the official inn and rest for a night as promised?"
Xianjin smiled and said, "One should know when to stop when things are going well."
Mrs. Luo wanted to keep her, but it was obvious that Prefect Xiong did not want to. There was no need for a fifth-rank official who had worked steadily for so many years to get close to the merchants. In the eyes of others, this was a loss of self-worth and a waste of feathers.
Liu Zhangxuan found out some information about Master Qiao and also helped You Niang to put Cui Heng on the table.
Overall, I gained a lot from this trip.
Xianjin got on the mule cart and began to drink water in big gulps, leaving Luo to blame Magistrate Xiong.
"...You are a little girl, your life has been rough, like a homeless puppy. You finally got Qiao Shan's green eye, and lived a peaceful life for a few days, but now you have lost this blessing... You have to speak in an official tone to a little girl, you really have not learned 70% of human behavior, but 30% of official behavior."
Magistrate Xiong was at a loss whether to laugh or cry.
His old wife is good in every way, except that she is very naive and kind.
Even though his temples are gray, his eyes are as clear as a scholar...
Puppy?
Is this girl a puppy?!
It's a Chow Chow!
He looks stupid, but he's actually very smart!
Magistrate Xiong responded with a perfunctory “hmm hmm”, not wanting to argue with his old wife.
Luo added, "...From what she said, Cui Heng is not bad, a kind and generous gentleman."
In your eyes, mice have two advantages - one is that they eat less, and the other is that they grow smaller.
Magistrate Xiong did not comment.
Luo continued, "Even if he can't be the county magistrate this time, he is still a good match for Youniang."
After a while, Prefect Xiong smiled and nodded habitually, "Since Yo Niang thinks highly of him, then let him be."
Mrs. Luo was stunned. "...You Niang has always been polite, why would she be so optimistic or pessimistic? She always said 'it's the parents' orders and the matchmaker's words' and then shyly returned to her room..."
Magistrate Xiong stroked his beard.
In his eyes, the girl's small-mindedness was like a layer of clear water covering it. It was indeed a bit obscured, but it was of no use. At least there were a few fish under the water, and as a spectator, he could see them clearly.
Prefect Xiong knew it very well, but did not want to expose it - everyone's planning starts from childhood, from rough to sophisticated, and young people should be given some time to grow up slowly. Only then will their tricks and means be more attractive.
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