How outrageous!
Who is Jiang Xuqing?
He is nothing but a villain who only knows how to flatter. He is of no benefit to the public or the people. On the contrary, he exploits the people's wealth and makes their lives miserable and miserable.
Such a person deserves the court's reward. Is the court blind?
Instantly, anger surged in his heart. Yang Zhiming mounted his horse and was about to gallop towards the magistrate's office when Luo Ying pulled the reins back. "Where are you going?"
"I'm going to confront Jiang Xuqing."
"Come back, what can you use to fight him?"
Luo Ying frowned and sighed. "You know we are military commanders."
"So what? The imperial court is not solely populated by civil servants. Why aren't these civil servants on duty when it comes to defending the country?"
Yang Zhiming gritted his teeth and continued, "Our soldiers are bleeding, while they're fighting amongst themselves in a tiny place. Why are those who defend our country inferior to those who talk?"
"Calm down." Luo Ying held his forehead and scolded, "You have to be responsible for the soldiers behind you. Don't get into a conflict with him."
"You're protecting him?" Yang Zhiming looked down at him, his words mocking. "What were you doing at the magistrate's office that day? Were you trying to curry favor with Jiang Xuqing?"
"Yang Zhiming, what are you thinking in your pig head? Why would I try to curry favor with Jiang Xuqing?"
Yang Zhiming sneered: "Who knows? The emperor is far away. Jiang Xuqing is the father in Muhe County. There is nothing wrong with you trying to please him."
"Get off!" Luo Ying raged, yanking the reins and kicking the horse in the stomach. The startled horse threw Yang Zhiming, who was sitting on it, off. As Yang Zhiming landed, Luo Ying grabbed his clothes and dragged him to a secluded area near the city gate like a chicken. Before he could say a word, he was punched hard in the face.
"Cough." Yang Zhiming spat out blood. A closer look revealed that his canine fang had been knocked off by Luo Ying. "Luo, you're courting death. If you're capable of beating me, why don't you go and beat Jiang Xuqing?"
"It seems you're still not sober enough." Luo Ying punched him twice in the stomach, each blow hitting the flesh and making Yang Zhiming frown in pain. "That's enough, what are you doing? Beating up your own people, do you have any courage?"
"You're the one with no future." Seeing Yang Zhiming about to explode again, Luo Ying grabbed him by the collar and scolded him: "Think carefully about how Muhe County suffered. If it weren't for Jiang Xuqing's help, we and the people behind Muhe County would have been wiped out long ago."
"But we..."
"No buts," Luo Ying growled, "If he hadn't stabilized the rear that day, we wouldn't have survived until Lieutenant General Yue rescued us. We're all sinners, why should we deserve a reward?"
Luo Ying was much more insightful than Yang Zhiming. As long as he was alive, anything was possible, but if he was dead, everything was gone.
"Official positions are just empty talk. Only if we're alive can we have the opportunity to achieve great things. Will the Jiannu remain silent after their night raid? Killing Yelu Qi means the Jiannu will have no other leaders? As long as you're alive, we have endless possibilities, don't we?"
"Gone." Yang Zhiming's eyes were red as he said, "They're all dead. How can there be honor for the dead?"
"There will be." Luo Ying patted Yang Zhiming on the shoulder and said, "The court will not forget the fallen soldiers."
"Luo Ying, you are quite good at lying." Yang Zhiming didn't believe that the country would provide them with financial support unless it was a lucky thing.
"The pension will still be paid."
"Our military pay has been delayed for three months, not to mention any pensions." Yang Zhiming wiped his eyes and said, "Don't stop me. I want to go into the city and ask Jiang Xuqing for an explanation. At least he has to give us the money."
"Come back," Luo Ying yelled, "Don't let a momentary anger ruin the whole thing. If we anger the angel, we and the soldiers behind us will be finished. Do you want them to die in turmoil?"
"So what can I do?"
Luo Ying had no idea what to do. He only knew he had to calm the depressed mood of Yang Zhiming and the other soldiers. After thinking for a while, Luo Ying made the final decision. "After the angel leaves, I'll treat Jiang Xuqing to a meal."
Yang Zhiming glared at him. "You're still in the mood to treat him to a meal at this critical moment. Are you crazy? If anyone wants to treat, it should be him."
"Jiang Xuqing is different now."
"What's different?" "Isn't he still greedy for money and still loves to stir up trouble? Didn't you see the recruitment notices plastered all over the city gates?
"Anyway, listen to me. I'll go find Bai Shinian and get an explanation from you."
"Wait a minute." Yang Zhiming wiped the corner of his mouth and said, "I don't care about your relationship with Jiang Xuqing, I just want to see the results. I want money, a lot of money. Don't look at me like that. I know you come from a wealthy family and have never lacked money, but you don't know the sorrow of being poor. I need a pension, a monthly salary to support my family. If you don't have it, don't blame me for killing that bastard Jiang Xuqing."
The soldiers behind him were provoked by Yang Zhiming and glared at Luo Ying angrily. Luo Ying knew that they were coming for Jiang Xuqing and the court behind him.
If we don't appease them, there's a chance they might take the risk and defect to the enemy country for money.
No, Luo Ying was frightened by his own dirty thoughts.
How could they surrender to another country? They are the people of Dayan and will only shed tears and blood for Dayan.
But if you are forced into a desperate situation, then everything is possible!
Luo Ying's heart suddenly sank to the bottom, and he gritted his teeth and agreed. "We'll go together then."
"Okay." Yang Zhiming showed a fierce look and grinned: "Call Tie Niu, Liu Shoubei and the others. I will make Jiang Xuqing, that treacherous villain, give me a lesson."
After a long journey, the eunuch Bai Yong who announced the imperial edict and his entourage finally arrived in Muhe County and were led into the city under the guidance of General Luo.
Xu Jing received the news early in the morning and waited there early. Finally, at noon, he waited for the envoy from the court.
Compared with the tense atmosphere at the city gate, the joyous atmosphere in the county government office formed a sharp contrast.
The military officers got nothing and were furious; the civil officials were all smiling and welcoming the "holy emperor" with loud gongs and drums and firecrackers.
County Magistrate Lin, Chief Clerk Jin, and Clerk Shi lined up in a row, followed by four or five minor clerks wearing official uniforms, smiling, and standing in order in an orderly and solemn manner.
Bai Yong, who got off the carriage, felt the festive and lively feeling of the New Year.
"Angel, please come in." Xu Jing bowed and his humble attitude won Bai Yong's favor.
"County Magistrate Jiang, no, it should be County Magistrate Jiang. How are you doing lately?"
Zhizhou Jiang?
Everyone was embarrassed, their smiles froze on their faces, and for a moment they didn't know how to respond calmly.
Did Jiang Xuqing get promoted?
How could it be his turn?
Why not someone else but Jiang Xuqing, the magistrate of Muhe County, whose term was only one year?
Xu Jing ignored the looks of surprise, confusion, envy, and jealousy from his subordinates. He smiled calmly and responded calmly. "Everything is fine with you. I'm sorry for your concern."
I miss you der!
If Fu Yao hadn't insisted on letting me see what kind of person you are, do you think I would be willing to travel all the way to see you just for fun?
Bai Yong looked happy on the surface, but he had already started complaining in his heart.
"Master Jiang, please listen to the order."
Xu Jing and a group of officials all knelt down to receive the order.
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