Gao Junliang's expression changed slightly.
Gao Junliang is 43 years old this year. He has never changed his position since he became the prefect eight years ago. Two years ago, he was transferred from the wealthy Linzhou Prefecture to the impoverished Qingzhou Prefecture.
He thought he would be transferred elsewhere after enduring three years, but last year he was unlucky enough to suffer a flood and several rebellious incidents, which cast a shadow over Gao Junliang's future.
Gao Junliang also wanted to use his connections, but his connections were not that strong, otherwise he would not have come to Qingzhou Prefecture.
Gao Junliang waved his hand and everyone else left, leaving only him and Zhao Lin.
Gao Junliang said, "Lord Zhao is not yet a full-fledged official. After the Flower and Stone Gang mission is handed over, he will only be an aide. How can he help me?"
Zhao Lin said proudly, "That's why I need your cooperation. Lord Li Xingye has promised that if the Flower and Stone Gang is successfully handled, he will recommend me to His Majesty, even if I don't pass the imperial examination. You all know Lord Li's character; he would never go back on his word."
Gao Junliang nodded and said, "If it weren't for Lord Li, I wouldn't have come here. I agree to all your requests, but how can I trust that you will keep your promise and help me in the future?"
Zhao Lin smiled slightly and said, "Investment always carries risks. High investment means high risk, but also high profits. It all depends on whether Mr. Gao dares to do it."
Gao Junliang laughed heartily and raised his right hand towards Zhao Lin: "Mr. Zhao is quite direct. I like that."
Zhao Lin raised his hand and gently clapped his hands with Gao Junliang, saying, "Master Gao will never regret your decision today."
Now that an agreement had been reached, Gao Junliang no longer hesitated and immediately ordered all the officials in Qingzhou Prefecture to go out and screen out the exotic flowers and plants and rugged rocks that met the requirements as quickly as possible, and then register them all in a book and send them to Zhao Lin.
At the same time, Li Xingye received the evidence of Qiu Cheng's crimes sent by Shen Yuan, and was overjoyed to learn that Zhao Lin was not dead, but had entered Qingzhou and was in charge of the local Hua Shi Gang affairs.
"Good boy, I thought he was unlucky and would be killed as soon as he left the house, but I didn't expect it was a ploy to confuse the enemy. Faced with such danger, he didn't retreat, but instead took the risk to continue to take charge of the situation. I was right about him."
Shen Yuan asked tentatively, "Master Zhao killed Magistrate Qiu. Aren't you angry, sir?"
Li Xingye said, "This thief, as a county magistrate, has committed so many evil deeds in less than half a year. He deserves death. Of course, Zhao Lin's killing him was also an act beyond the law. When he returns, I will teach him a lesson."
Shen Yuan finally felt relieved and said, "No wonder Young Master Zhao is so upright and righteous. It turns out it's all because of your guidance."
"Haha, this is all due to his own good moral character, and has nothing to do with me." Li Xingye asked, "Are you a servant in Zhao Lin's mansion?"
"I didn't have that honor. I just happened to meet Master Zhao when I came to the capital to file a complaint. Fortunately, Master Zhao gave me guidance and I was able to clear my name."
Shen Yuan recounted the story of the complaint, and Li Xingye nodded repeatedly. "You are indeed someone I have chosen. You are not only responsible, but also wise. You should rest for a night. I will write a letter to Zhao Lin and take it to him."
Shen Yuan left with his servants. The more Li Xingye thought about it, the more satisfied he felt. He then spread out a piece of paper and wrote a letter to Zhao Lin.
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The Zhao family at this time.
White flags are fluttering, and there are few people around.
After hearing the news of Zhao Lin's "death", the remaining maids and servants packed up their things and ran away overnight.
Without a master, no one is holding them accountable.
Yun Zhiyi didn't bother to care, she just had to pretend to be good.
Fortunately, Bai Shicheng personally brought a few servants to help, and the funeral was finally carried out.
"Miss Yun, I know you hate my elder brother, but he also has his own difficulties. Just come with me, I will definitely arrange everything for you and won't let you suffer any grievances." Bai Shicheng persuaded Yun Zhiyi.
Yun Zhiyi said calmly, "I appreciate Second Young Master Bai's kindness. But I was redeemed by the master. I belong to the master in life and to the master in death. There is no reason for me to switch to another family. Second Young Master Bai, please stop talking about this."
Bai Shicheng said anxiously, "I wouldn't have said anything when Zhao Lin was alive, but now that he's dead, why are you still bothering with him?"
Yun Zhiyi said sternly, "Even if he dies, he is still my master. I will keep vigil for him and burn incense for him. If I am gone, who will burn incense for him?"
Bai Shicheng stamped his feet anxiously: "The fifty thousand taels of silver he used to redeem you came from me. It was given by my eldest brother. Strictly speaking, it was my eldest brother who redeemed you."
"Then let Bai Shiyuan come and tell me in person." Yun Zhiyi waved her hand and said, "Second Master Bai, the old master needs quiet in front of his spirit. I won't say any more to you. Thank you for bringing people to help. If you have nothing else, please do as you please."
Bai Shicheng continued: "Miss Yun..."
A voice interrupted Bai Shicheng: "Second Master Bai, they've already let you go, why are you still clinging on?"
Bai Shicheng turned his head suddenly, and seeing that it was Zhao Chenhan, he angrily asked, "What are you doing here?"
Zhao Chenhan said, "After all, I am one of the two young masters Zhao, along with Zhao Lin. Since he died unexpectedly, I must burn some incense and send him off."
Zhao Chenhan came to Zhao Lin's "spirit" and placed three incense sticks in the incense burner. He sighed, "Brother Zhao, I've been trying so hard to surpass you, to take back the honor that belongs to me, and to make you the Young Master Zhao. But I never expected you to die so young. I'm so disappointed. If you win, I'll never be able to take back the honor that belongs to me."
Zhao Chenhan poured a glass of wine and spilled it on the ground.
He suddenly remembered to burn incense for Zhao Lin, believing that Zhao Lin was dead, so that Zhao Lin would not suspect that he did it.
That's why I came here to pretend.
Yun Zhiyi, standing aside as a widow, expressed her gratitude, "Thank you, Mr. Zhao."
Zhao Chenhan said with a pleasant face, "Miss Yun, you're welcome. Have you thought about what you're going to do next?"
Yun Zhiyi said, "I will guard this house for you, Master."
Zhao Chenhan nodded and said, "Zhao Lin and I both have the surname Zhao, so we are considered a family. If you have any difficulties in the future, you can come to the Zhenbei Marquis Mansion to find me, or my sisters."
Yun Zhiyi said gratefully, "Young Master Zhao, you repay evil with kindness. If my master knew about this, he would definitely be grateful."
Zhao Chenhan sneered in his heart. If he didn't know that the guy was not dead, he would not come here to act.
Just as Zhao Chenhan was about to say goodbye, someone hurried over and said, "Young Master, Young Master Zhao is not dead."
"What?"
Bai Shicheng turned around abruptly, looked at his servant, and shouted, "Say that again?"
The servant was startled and said quickly, "Young Master Zhao is not dead. He faked his own death and escaped. He has now arrived in Qingzhou to oversee the Flower and Stone Commission. He even killed the magistrate of Hong County with a gavel. This news just came from Lord Li, the prefect of Shengjing."
Bai Shicheng and Zhao Chenhan's expressions changed drastically.
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