Chapter 282 Benefiting the People

"Boss, how is Brother Mao? I see he came back with injuries today.

The boss just returned to the inner room, and his wife came forward and helped the tired man to sit down and rest.

"Is the child asleep?" The boss asked first.

"He just went to bed, do you want to wake Xu'er up? "This woman knows that the boss likes children, so she can secure her position as the bandit's wife. In addition to her beauty, the child also plays a big role. She hopes that her son can show up in front of the man more often to tie some love between husband and wife.

The boss set his eyes on the woman. Her graceful figure and youthful and outstanding appearance made him a hundred times worried. Thinking of the previous discussion with the brothers, the boss shook his head in distress. Reaching out and holding the woman in his arms, greedily sucking on her body fragrance.

Being held by her own man like this, even though the couple has been married for a long time, the woman's face still flushed. She noticed the boss's strangeness and couldn't help but put her hand on his back. Patting him gently, she said softly: "Zhong Lang, what's wrong with you? "

Zhong is the original surname of the leader. Not many people know what his original name was before he became a bandit, and no one cares. Now the brothers in the mountain village either call him the leader or Tai Sui Ye.

Zhong Tai Sui is the current bandit name of the leader of Qingfeng Village.

"After the Mid-Autumn Festival this year, you can quietly take Xu'er down the mountain." The leader suddenly said in a muffled voice.

The woman exclaimed, her surprised face with a bit of disbelief, looking at the man buried in her arms. When she was robbed up the mountain in the past, she thought that she would never have the chance to go down the mountain again in this life. How could she believe that these words could come from Zhong Tai Sui's mouth tonight.

"But what happened?" The woman suppressed her complicated feelings and hesitated. She didn't know whether Zhong Tai Sui really did so, or took the opportunity to test herself. After hesitating for a moment, she said, "If you can go down the mountain and go home, it will naturally be good. It's better to let Xu'er recognize his grandparents than for him to ask every day why others have grandparents. "

"It's just that, Zhong Lang. From what you said, I mean you don't plan to let us come back?" The woman held the man's face with her hands and said in a trembling voice, "It is said that men are the sky of women. If you really have this idea, you might as well find a rope and hang us to death."

"In this dark world, without you to support us, how can we live? "

Seeing the woman getting sadder and sadder, two lines of tears flowed down and dripped on his face. Zhong Taisui was finally moved by the pillow talk. His previous words were indeed a test. After all, the other party was forced to go up the mountain by him. Although he has been law-abiding in these years. But he really couldn't rest assured to entrust his only son to the other party.

Xu'er is his lifeblood. At his age, what hope is there without Xu'er.

But Xu'er is still young after all. Apart from the child's biological mother, Zhong Taisui can't think of any other brothers in the mountain village who can be entrusted.

Mao Daqing was originally the most suitable candidate, but the other party was determined to avenge his family who died in vain, and he would never agree to his request.

The old Zhong family cannot be extinct. When the Qingming Festival comes, there must be no one to burn incense and paper at his grave.

Zhong Taisui gritted his teeth, hardened his heart, and said to his wife: "Do you think I can bear to give up you two? ! "He added, "But if you stay any longer, I'm afraid you'll die with me."

"How could that be?" The woman knew her man's ability, and she knew what kind of support he had behind him. Suddenly, she said in horror, "But that thing is coming?"

"Yes." The boss nodded, "We have no choice but to do it if Daqing forces us. The one who died this time is from the Zhen family in Jinling. He made a big mess, but tied everyone to the bowstring. If we don't do it now, we can only wait for the soldiers to come and suppress the bandits."

The woman was also confused by the news, and the sobbing expression on her face stopped for a moment, with two points of fear and seven points of disbelief. Zhong Dasui looked at her timid appearance, and his mind was at ease again. He hurriedly said: "Don't be afraid, I will definitely settle you two before the incident."

"By the end of the year, we should have no movement. You can quietly take Xu'er back to the mountain and spend the New Year with me. ”

Seeing the man so reluctant to leave, the woman showed a very touched look. Then she said in fear: "Do you really want to do it? Zhong Lang, can't you not do it? If something happens, Xu'er and I will be orphans and widows, what should we do in the future?"

"Don't be afraid. Before you go down the mountain, I will give you some silver. This is for the brothers to see, and the silver will not be much." Zhong Taisui patted the woman's back gently, and then said, "I have hidden a sum of money outside. I only told Xu'er about this place, so that you don't accidentally let it slip. When he grows up, you can let him take it out to keep himself. Whether it is doing business or being a clerk, it is enough for you to be rich and prosperous for a lifetime. "

In order for his son to grow up safely, Zhong Taisui took great pains. He was afraid that he would just abandon his mother and daughter. The other party would take his son and remarry, change his surname, and even the money would go to another bastard. In other words, he hoped that the woman could take care of his son wholeheartedly, so Zhong Taisui would scheme against his wife.

"You said you wanted him to rely on you. But when he got married, there was no father left. Aren't you afraid that he would be sad?" The woman was also smart. She saw what the boss was thinking, but she didn't say a word. She directly led the bandit leader to the family relationship.

"Hey, stop talking. Just ask him to remember me as his father during the Qingming Festival." Zhong Taisui had no choice and no way to retreat. He had followed the master for so many years and had no chance to get off the ship. It was better to cherish the wealth in front of him and live one day at a time. He earned it anyway.

"Zhong Lang." The woman cried out in grief and threw herself into Zhong Taisui's arms and sobbed. She couldn't stop crying.

"My wife." Zhong Taisui called out and hugged her tightly. Feeling the beauty's face hanging on his shoulder, he had to comfort her as he saw her crying louder and louder. I can't believe that this woman who was snatched away by accident actually loves me so much. Oh, I should have treated her better in the past.

He thought so, but he couldn't see that the woman's face was not only sobbing. The corners of her mouth on both sides were also slightly raised, grinning in a strange arc.

"My wife, you must take good care of Xu'er, understand?"

Under the red candle, Zhong Taisui was still patiently admonishing, feeling sad that he could not continue to be with his wife and children.

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At the end of March, Liu Yanzhang finally brought the government officials to Chuansha Hall. Today is an auspicious day, the five elements are in the furnace, and the God of Life is on duty. When the auspicious time arrives, the salute will be fired first, followed by the gongs and drums, and the port will be bustling everywhere.

This is the territory under the jurisdiction of Jia Yucun, and Chen Heng and Liu Yanzhang are both guests. Only Jia Yucun came forward to preside over the sacrificial affairs in person.

The shrines of the City God and the Earth God are indispensable, and the Dragon King of the Sea and the River God He Bo also have tributes. After taking care of all the gods, there was no ribbon-cutting session. It was just that Liu Yanzhang led everyone to burn incense and pray to the incense burner of the God of Wealth.

There is no superstition in Dayong. Ordinary people will make careful preparations when they encounter the big event of opening a business. Not to mention the major event of opening the port, no matter how solemn it is, it is not excessive. Even if it is not done in this way, the people will think that their parents are not good at doing things.

With a good start, the merchant ship that had been waiting on the sea for a long time also slowly docked when the bell rang. This was a step that had been set in advance. This merchant ship was a ship of Fujian merchants. They would stop at the port for a short rest and go straight to Qingniwa three days later.

The onlookers cheered loudly when the ship docked. When the ropes were tied and the planks were lowered, the guys on the boat came out one after another. The people of Chuansha, who were already eager to try, immediately shouted to sell and solicit customers.

This scene made all the officials watching excited. Seeing that there was nothing to do next, Liu Yanzhang directly called Chen Heng and Jia Yucun to walk towards the Chuansha Hall Office. There was a banquet waiting for them here.

"Good job on Zhixing." Liu Yanzhang couldn't stop boasting halfway. He never expected that the port would be completed by the other party. More importantly, the government office didn't spend a penny. Not only did they pick up a great bargain from the sky, but the lives of the counties in Songjiang Prefecture will be much better in the future.

"Your Excellency is too kind. The port can be completed in four months, all thanks to your coordination in the government office and the full cooperation of the officials in the counties."

According to official practice, those who eat alone will be struck by lightning. Chen Heng couldn't help but be humble and brought other county magistrates along. The prime minister can hold a boat in his stomach. If he is calculative about everything, he will definitely not get a good reward.

Seeing that Chen Heng's words were so stable, Liu Yanzhang also nodded continuously, thinking: No wonder His Majesty appreciates this person so much. He thought about it and thought that today was a big day, which was suitable for getting closer to each other. He took the initiative to joke: "But when Zhixing returns, I'm afraid I'll have a headache."

"Forgive me for being confused, I don't know what you are talking about?" Chen Heng couldn't think of it for a while when he heard this sentence suddenly.

Liu Yanzhang laughed and said directly: "The Yunjian Academy run by your wife has caused a lot of discussion among the wealthy families in the city. Many people say that the world is going downhill and people's hearts are not as good as before."

So this is it. Chen Heng showed an expression of sudden enlightenment, and simply shook his head and sighed: "A journey knows a horse's strength, and time reveals a person's heart. If the people want to say it, I can't do anything about it."

"Are there any troubles that you, Chen Zhixing, can't solve?" Liu Yanzhang joked, with a look of disbelief.

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Chen Heng knows the tricks of dealing with officials. Do big things yourself, and small things to the top. The other party took the initiative to bring up this matter, isn't it intentional to solve it for him?

He slightly spread his hands, and in Jia Yucun's astonishment, he smiled at Liu Yanzhang and said, "People's words are scary, and I am helpless. I only hope that the old man will consider that I am young and not steady enough. Just ignore some rumors."

"Hahaha." Liu Yanzhang felt that Chen Heng was really a wonderful person. Compared with Zhen Zijing and Xu Biao, he was so much better.

What a bad dish, why mention that unlucky dead man. Liu Yanzhang immediately changed the subject and said, "This matter is not difficult."

"What does the lord mean?" Chen Heng passed on the message at the right time.

"I also have a granddaughter of the right age at home. She clamors to study all day long. I heard that your wife is also talented and learned, so I can be her female teacher."

Liu Yanzhang said casually, but his action really helped Chen Heng. With the granddaughter of the prefect coming forward, Daiyu's reputation will be much better. After all, the first batch of female students in Yunjian Academy had a complicated background.

Chen Heng immediately bowed and said, "Thank you for your care."

"No problem." Liu Yanzhang waved his hand. He was willing to bet his granddaughter because he saw Chen Heng's ability. No matter how big Lin Ruhai's face was, he couldn't control Songjiang Prefecture thousands of miles away, let alone an old official who was about to retire. Anyway, Lin Ruhai was not the prefect of Songjiang, so the county magistrate might as well be in charge.

What a sensible young man, who knows how to do things, speak and behave. Liu Yanzhang looked Chen Heng up and down, and couldn't help but blurt out: "Lord Lin is so lucky."

The Lin family got such a good son-in-law. Even if Lord Lin retires in the future, the Lin family can still be rich for decades and keep the family.

Suddenly hearing the name of the old boss, Jia Yucun and Chen Heng laughed foolishly. Then he said: "As the saying goes, it is easy to get priceless treasures, but it is difficult to find talented men. Glory and wealth are fleeting. Men still have to rely on real talents and knowledge. Lord Lin's blessing is still in his wisdom to recognize talents."

"Lord Jia said well." Liu Yanzhang nodded, continued to put his hands behind his back, and led everyone directly into the government office.

Chen Heng smiled and accepted the sourness of several scholars, and realized the natural contradiction between civil officials and nobles. Comparing the two, the former still needs to study hard, while the latter is born with a golden spoon in his mouth. Everyone has selfishness, and he is not right. No wonder the gaps between civil and military officials in all dynasties have always been a problem for those in power.

However, this matter does not need to be taken care of by oneself. The power of the small county magistrate is still in Huating County in the west.

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On the first day of April, Chen Heng finally set off and returned to the city with Liu Yanzhang and others. This time, the magistrate of Huating County made such a big splash, so he naturally had to go in from the south of the city.

After discussing the matter of his granddaughter's enrollment with Liu Yanzhang, Chen Heng couldn't wait to return to the county government office to tell Daiyu the good news. Who knew that as soon as the talent entered the door, Xinda said to his brother: "The first and second wives are not at home."

It's easy to understand that Daiyu is not here, she must be teaching in the academy. But why is Yinglian not here? Chen Heng asked in surprise. Xinda laughed and said: "Sister-in-law also went to the academy to study."

Look at this matter, Chen Heng poured himself a cup of hot tea. Before his butt was warm in the study, Xiao Ping had come to settle the account with a fierce momentum. Most of the money of the county government is used for shipbuilding. The commercial street opposite Ruanjia Lane is still under construction, and silver will be paid to the police and corvée in half a month.

The money on hand is enough, and the current things are easy to deal with. What should I do in another month or two? After the autumn harvest in October, the government office will immediately share the taxes. Huating County is the leader of Songjiang Prefecture, and the momentum is so strong this year. It will be difficult for Lord Chen to get into trouble later.

Seeing that his subordinates were anxious, Chen Heng hurriedly invited Xiao Ping to sit down. After comforting him a few words, he thought about his ideas in his heart, and then asked the other party with a smile.

"My Lord, in my opinion. It's better to take the silver on hand and go out to pay interest." Xiao Ping suggested. This is not because he was confused for a while, but he was arrogant and set a precedent.

Since the Song Dynasty, this matter has become a routine in county governments all over the world. In the Ming Dynasty, it was getting worse. The production of county offices in various places is different. There are rich places like Yangzhou and Suzhou. Naturally, there are also poor places.

These days, if you want the court to allocate funds to local areas for relief because you are poor, that is a foolish dream. You can stay wherever you want. The court only cares about one thing, and every year when the date comes, you must pay taxes according to the order.

There are policies from above, and countermeasures from below. The food in the fields depends on God's blessing, so if you take the money out to lend at interest, you don't have to hide because of sunny or rainy days.

Many county offices in various places will specially support some idle people. They are specifically responsible for handling this matter for the government. Ni Er, who lent money to Jia Yun in the original book, is such a person. The court can only acquiesce to this. There is no way, after all, if you don't pay, you still expect the other party to pay.

It is no wonder that the head of the family like Wang Xifeng also likes to taste the taste of interest. This business is really a pie in the sky. It depends on whether the borrower has the ability to get it back.

When it comes to this, the government's face is very useful. You can't owe money to anyone, but you can't owe the government money. You can just run away, but can the old and young at home follow you?

Xiao Ping set his sights on this matter, and guessed half of Chen Heng's thoughts. However, after listening to Xiao Ping's detailed plan, the latter still shook his head and said, "You can't think too much about ordinary people."

Seeing that Chen Heng didn't say it, Xiao Ping asked again, "What does the adults mean?"

"Our street shops haven't been sold yet. Invite all the small vendors in Huating County, select those with families and old and young, and tell them that we can lend them money to buy shops and set up businesses."

"Ah?!" Xiao Ping was stunned. Why should more people be involved in this matter of one hand going in and the other hand going in? The adults should be willing to cut these people's money bags, and send a tax increase document, and they have to pay it even if they don't want to.

"You idiot, we have to let them make money first before we can take the money." Chen Heng scolded with a smile, and then explained, "What these people lack is capital to do business, so we lend it to them and help them live a good life."

"What if they lose money?" Xiao Ping asked directly.

"The shops will not run away, just take them back and sell them, and then subsidize the next citizen. One by one, we will always make a business."

Chen Heng answered quickly. Moreover, he felt that with the leadership of local business groups and a huge influx of people into the city. As long as they are down-to-earth, there is no reason why business cannot be done. The reason why they think about the local people is that, on the one hand, it is not easy for the government to make money in person, and on the other hand, the details of the local people are all lying in the county government library.

Whose family is what situation, just look at the information, and then go to the village to ask about one or two family traditions, and you can know it clearly.

After Chen Heng said this, Xiao Ping was not sure that it would succeed. But with so many things before, he did not dare to deny it for a while. He had to say: "Yes, I will do it now."

"Don't be afraid. This will benefit the people in the country. The rich will help the poor. With the Shanxi merchants and Huizhou merchants, it will be right." Chen Heng was afraid that Xiao Ping would be confused, so he kept reminding him.

"Yes, sir."

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In the evening, the sunset glowed on the eaves and animals. Daiyu finally took Yinglian, Zijuan and Qingwen home. Now they are used to being separated frequently. For Chen Heng's return, there is only happiness, less surprise. Daiyu, the new head of the mountain, has gradually started her new life.

At dinner, she heard her husband talk about the admission of the prefect's granddaughter, and her expression was naturally very happy. After Chen Heng shared the good news with his wife, Daiyu also had good news to share with her husband.

"What?!" Chen Heng showed a surprised look, "You said Jia Lian and Baoyu will come to the door tomorrow?"

In theory, you should call him cousin. Daiyu couldn't help shaking her head, deeply worried about the scene of their meeting tomorrow, and couldn't help saying: "How about I don't go to the academy tomorrow, and take care of you at home?"

Chen Heng shook his head wildly, put down his bowl and chopsticks immediately and said: "Teaching children is a big deal, how can it be delayed because of them. Don't worry, I... I..." Chen Heng said, his eyes turned around, "I will definitely receive them well."

"After all, they are relatives, you are not allowed to show your face directly." Daiyu reminded.

This time, Jia Lian came and sent Pan Youan and Si Qi's indentures. Others have done enough face work, it's not good to be inadequate at home.

"I know, I save it." Chen Heng answered with a stiff face. But in his heart, he thought: Great, you Baoyu, it's finally time for you to beg me.

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