Xu Rurong finally found some time to bring people to the desolate mountain. When he returned, he found that the mountain god temple had changed drastically.
The path outside was pounded into neat rows, and even the mountain god temple was decorated with various exquisite ornaments...
Are the villagers of Linjia Village really that wealthy? Even the plates used to hold the offerings are made of jade?
"Young man, you've come to worship the Mountain Goddess too? You have excellent taste! Our Mountain Goddess is the most powerful!"
Zhongheng came over at some point and began praising the statue of the mountain god.
Xu Rurong nodded subconsciously, "The Mountain Goddess is indeed powerful."
If it weren't for the mountain god of the barren mountain, but just that goddess who grants children, the barren county would already be in such a mess. Whether the people of the barren county could live a normal life is another matter entirely.
"Brother, what do you do? Are you a businessman too?" Zhongheng was even happier to receive a response.
"I am the magistrate of Huang County, and this gentleman beside me is Constable Luo. May I ask who you are, sir..."
“Brother, you’re actually the magistrate of this place! I’m a grain merchant from Chongzhou. I’m so sorry for not recognizing you!” Zhongheng’s eyes widened involuntarily.
So the magistrate of this place also came to worship the Mountain Goddess?
His decision was right; he should have brought his whole family with him when he got back!
"So you're that grain merchant!" Xu Rurong's eyes lit up.
After waiting and waiting, the grain merchant finally showed up!
He immediately stood up, spoke with the grain merchant for a while, subtly inquired about other grain merchants, and also asked for the grain merchant's address.
"From now on, our Huangxian County will depend on you for buying grain!"
Zhongheng patted his chest and assured him, "Don't worry, I'll come back again after I go back, and I'll bring another batch of grain! Just tell me in advance how much grain you need!"
Both of them were very satisfied and felt they had made a great deal.
Zhongheng could easily use this as an excuse to come back again!
"Brothers, let's go and discuss with Grandma Gongsun about building a house here!"
Zhongheng couldn't wait to leave and go discuss future matters with Old Madam Gongsun.
As for whether Old Madam Gongsun will agree? That's not a problem at all. He'll just use money and food to win her over. He doesn't believe the old lady won't be tempted!
Xu Rurong followed, as he also had something to say to Old Madam Gongsun.
Over there, Old Lady Gongsun saw Zhongheng off speechlessly, and then had her second son distribute the land to these people. Turning her head, she saw Magistrate Xu walk in.
"Magistrate Xu, you've come to this desolate mountain today, is there something else? Momo, bring some tea." Old Madam Gongsun gestured to her great-granddaughter beside her, who quickly brewed a pot of tea.
Xu Rurong nodded. "Grandma Gongsun, do you still remember what Granny Shi said before she died?"
"Grandma Shi warned the Mountain Goddess to be careful of that evil spirit in Shijia Village in the neighboring county. I also sent people to inquire about it and got some information."
Outside the door, Lin Anniang also came in. She nodded to the magistrate and then turned to sit down next to the old lady.
“Magistrate Xu, please continue. We are all listening. The Mountain Goddess is all-knowing and all-powerful. She can hear us no matter where we are.”
Grandma Gongsun naturally understood that the magistrate's main purpose was not to speak to her, but to tell the mountain goddess behind the barren mountain this news.
Xu Rurong continued, "Everything is normal in Shijia Village. It is said that there is nothing strange about it. However, I found out that this village has produced two top scholars in the imperial examinations within twelve years."
"Two top scholars?" The old lady's great-granddaughter looked up in shock.
"Yes, their village produced two top scholars in the imperial examinations. One was the top scholar twelve years ago and is now working in the capital. I heard he holds a high position, but we can't find out his exact position yet, and it's not good to investigate further."
Although Xu Rurong has memories of the capital, most of them are vague. She can't even remember who her parents are, and she has even lost a very crucial memory.
He had no idea when this body participated in the scientific expedition or when it was appointed as the magistrate of the wasteland county.
It's estimated that the original owner's head was damaged, which is why he hasn't remembered anything yet. However, since the official documents weren't fake, Xu Rurong didn't think much of it.
"The second top scorer was a top scorer from a year ago, and we can't find out where he is right now."
"Not only that, the other young men in Shijia Village are also very good at studying. It is said that there are several scholars and two provincial graduates."
"It's not impossible for a village to produce two top scholars, especially with so many scholars; after all, genes are hereditary."
"But Shijia Village did not publicize it. Every time someone asked, these people became very nervous, which is puzzling."
Therefore, there must be a problem here.
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