Behind me is the earth

After spending a day outside, Xiaowan finalized the location of the bank and arranged the work of acquiring gold and silver and building momentum in the early stage of the acquisition.

But after returning to the county government office, she suddenly became uneasy.

She didn't know if the parrot said it, and she didn't know if the young master heard it, and she didn't know what the young master's reaction would be if he heard it.

"Butler Xiaowan is back."

The concierge Huzi, who was petting a civet cat, saw Xiaowan and shouted happily.

"Well, is the young master in the backyard?"

Xiaowan asked.

Huzi said: "The master is in the hall now. Director Wu from the Road Administration Department came to see the master today to have something to do."

"oh."

Xiaowan responded, thought for a moment and asked, "Huzi, you are almost 12 when you turn the new year. Have you ever thought about going to school?"

"I think that's good."

Huzi really felt that it was good to be the doorkeeper for the master. The people coming and going were all noble people, and these people all respected him, which made him feel very useful. Moreover, he is not tired every day. Sugarman Pei also gave him a small tabby cat before, and he also brought him to Chengguan Town to guard the door every day and keep the cat as a companion.

Xiaowan stretched out her index finger and shook it: "No, you are considered a son of the Ren family. The family will not treat you badly, and you cannot be a disciple forever.

Either go to school to study literature, or learn martial arts in a martial arts school, or go to the army to train. You can think about it yourself. I will ask you again in a few days. "

After Xiaowan finished speaking, she hurried into the yard.

For a child born in a family like Huzi, who followed his mother into the Ren Mansion when he was still in his teens, he is naturally close to the Ren Mansion and serves as a disciple to welcome those who are sent to him. His brain is very useful and it is necessary to cultivate it.

Xiaowan took a detour and quietly went to the main hall of the county government office. She stood on tiptoes outside and peeked inside. When she saw that the young master was still chatting with Wu Qiong, she ran away quietly.

In the main hall, Ren Pingsheng was very happy.

Wu Qiong served as an official under Ren Pingsheng, but after all, there was a family behind him, which also represented the interests of the gentry class.

After holding back until now, I finally took the lead in a showdown with him, fully surrendered to Ren Pingsheng, and expressed my full support for the policies introduced by the Yamen.

At the same time, several families in the county who followed the Wu family for more than ten generations also took refuge in Ren Shengsheng, and were willing to hand over the land they had annexed over the years, leaving only the family's basic land based on the number of family members.

These are truly wealthy families who have been entrenched in Qingshui County for many years. With the defection of these people, Ren immediately took over most of the fertile land and population in Qingshui County without using any weapons.

It also provides a good start for the implementation of future policies.

However, this also means that the land population census has entered a comprehensive stage. The rest are the toughest nuts to crack!

"Director Wu is loyal to the great cause and understands the general situation. He should set an example for the Qingshui gentry."

Ren Pingsheng said with praise.

During this inventory operation in Qingshui County, most of the items found were hidden fields that were not recorded in official records. These properties with official title deeds were not acquired for free. Ren Pingsheng also transferred a lot of benefits. However, this benefit cannot actually fully fill the value of the land in terms of short-term gains. These gentry who took refuge can be regarded as part of the sacrifice. Self-interested.

"My lord is ridiculous. If my lord hadn't saved Qingshui County, Qingshui would have been captured by the rebels long ago. I am afraid that we, like other counties, are being persecuted by those rebels in Beiwan!

I think those old-fashioned die-hards just don’t know how to advance or retreat, and they don’t know how to be grateful! "

When Wu Qiong talked about those die-hards, he despised them.

Under such circumstances, if you are still guarding that one-third of an acre, you obviously cannot see the situation clearly. You have to draw a clear line between you and this kind of person, so as not to have your own blood splashed all over you if you are unlucky one day!

The Wu family has now fully transformed. A large amount of money has been cashed out and invested in the textile industry. They have opened several textile factories, garment factories, and garment workshops. Now the money is coming in faster than the tens of thousands of acres of land. too much! Most of the gentry who followed him had opened factories and workshops.

Their transformation has also stepped on the accelerator for the industrial and economic development of Qingshui County.

Ren Pingsheng personally delivered Wu Qiong to the door of the back house, which flattered Wu Qiong.

"Shaoyao, go ask Liu Shu and Liu Qiang to come over for the banquet tonight."

Ren Pingsheng said to Shaoyao.

"yes."

Shaoyao responded and Fuli stepped back.

"The Commander-in-Chief... The next thing to do is to open a palace and establish a tooth. Make good use of this name, and then recruit talents, expand land, and beg for food and grass. Then you will have great power and your name will be justified."

Ren Pingsheng was flipping through a book in the main hall, and his heart rarely calmed down.

The Qingshui gentry headed by the Wu family suddenly took refuge, and perhaps the title of "commander" played a role.

"Huhu~"

At night, a strong wind suddenly blew, and the window lattice rustled. Even the moon was blocked by dark clouds. When I walked to the door and looked out, it was so dark between heaven and earth that everything was hidden in the darkness. .

"Master, the weather has changed outside."

Wang Shu hurried in from outside, bringing in the cold air of the shop. She was holding a black cloak in her hand. When she saw Ren Pingsheng standing at the door, she put the cloak on him.

It's furry, but warm.

"It's out of the way."

Ren has been practicing Kungfu for a lifetime, and now he is immune to cold and heat, and free from all kinds of diseases. There is nothing to fear about the cold wind in winter.

"Master, the food has been prepared in the kitchen, and we are just waiting for the banquet."

Wangshu said: "In addition, Director Liu and General Liu are here."

"Um."

Ren Shengsheng lifted up his cloak and stepped into the dark cold wind. At this time, it started to rain, and it fell on my face, which was cold and mixed with snow particles.

It was quiet in the dark night, with only the lantern on the porch emitting a faint light, illuminating the corridor. Wangshu followed Ren Pingsheng step by step, walked through the long corridor, passed through several moon doors, and finally arrived at the restaurant.

"Lord!"

Liu Qiang and Liu Shu were already standing under the eaves of the door waiting. When they saw Ren Pingsheng approaching, they quickly took a few steps forward, bowed and said.

"Qiangzi, Shishu, we haven't had a banquet together for a while."

Ren Pingsheng walked into the restaurant and washed his hands in the copper basin held by the maid.

Not too cold or too hot, the water temperature is just right.

After the three of them sat down, the maids began to serve the dishes one by one, and the originally cold restaurant quickly became warm.

After drinking the warm wine, my whole body suddenly felt warm.

"Shishu, when I first went to Qingcheng, my lord took you to practice martial arts but you didn't go. Look, today you are the one wearing the thickest clothes and the coldest."

Liu Qiang said jokingly.

"Alas, now that I am busy with official duties, I have no time to practice martial arts."

Speaking of this matter, Liu Shu also felt regretful.

"Time is like water in a sponge. If you squeeze it, there will still be some."

Ren Pingsheng said encouragingly.

Liu Shu immediately said: "Then when I have free time when I go back, I will try it too."

"now it's right."

Ren Pingsheng praised it and then said: "I still remember when we just came out of Liujiacun, there were just a few of us and a few knives.

You have made great contributions to saving this family fortune now. Although you are busy with official duties, you cannot ignore your health. "

"Thank you for your concern, my lord."

The two said quickly.

Ren Pingsheng looked at the two of them and suddenly smiled: "You are all meritorious officials. Without you, where would Qingshui County be today?"

"We don't dare to take credit. Without the master to control the direction, how could we achieve such results?"

Liu Qiang and Liu Shu quickly waved their hands and said.

"Yes, full of losses, modest gains. Now at the beginning of our business, we must avoid greed and impetuosity, and keep an open mind, so that we can move forward courageously."

Ren Pingsheng nodded and put the topic on the right track: "Now that the imperial court has awarded us the reward and the position of commander-in-chief, we have more room for maneuver. You should make some preparations in the near future and open a palace soon. "

I've been busy with work these past two days and spent a few chapters saving the manuscript, which made me a little anxious again. I just feel like I can't last a day in this forced class.