The Bookish Scholar of the Red Mansion

Seeing so many children in front of her, Liu Xianglian secretly screamed, It's bad. To redeem all these children, the money I brought this time alone may not be enough. Fortunately, he himself was quite clever, so he pulled Mr. Zhou over and whispered, and ordered him to go back to the county government office to get the money from the adults. He himself invited a group of brothel owners and managers into a nearby building for a little chat.

In the county government office, Chen Heng learned of Liu Xianglian's difficulties and immediately called Xiao Ping and the clerk in charge of the household. Xiao Ping couldn't help but shook his head. There were so many children, even if they were twelve or two each, it would be a huge expense. He admonished Chen Heng: Sir, although the laws of Yong Dynasty clearly prohibit the trafficking of human beings, in the end it is their biological parents who are in charge, so why should we bother to rescue them.

Xiao Ping knew that Chen Heng had good intentions, but now everyone in Songjiang Mansion was asking for money. Not to mention the port, a shipyard needs to be built at the other end of Chuansha Hall, and a new street needs to be built outside the south of the city. Doing these three things at the same time consumes a lot of money. Every penny you have on hand must be spent wisely. The head of the house is so lavish, he really doesn't know how expensive food, rice, oil and salt are.

Chen Heng was also happy that someone around him was disapproving of him, and he replied in a relaxed tone: It is said that the county magistrate is the parents of the people, since their biological parents don't care. I can't turn a blind eye and just walk by lightly. What’s more, with the disaster this year, those families who sell their sons and daughters may not really mean it.”

If I had known that you had this intention in going to the brothel, I should have persuaded Bantou Liu to stop you. Xiao Ping shook his head after hearing this, but he also knew that as long as the chief seal officer spoke, there was no reason for others to interfere with the affairs of the county.

The three of them drafted three bills together and each stamped their seals. When the clerk in the household collected the draft, Chen Heng warned: Remember to put it in the county government file so that your majesty can check it at any time after the report is submitted.

As soon as he heard that this matter was about to go up to the sky, the clerk immediately tightened the bill in his hand and said cautiously: Yes, I will save it for you.

There were six offices and six classes in the county government office, most of which were established with reference to the regulations of the imperial court in the capital. In addition to household houses, there are naturally also official houses, work houses, etc. Of the three bills, except for the one for the household that must be submitted, the one in Xiao Ping's hand must be kept at the county government office for auditing purposes.

Chen Heng's job was an extra request from himself. Save it for cross-reconciliation between yourself and Xiao Ping, and take it out as a backup. Seeing that Zhou Captou was about to follow the clerk to withdraw the money, Chen Heng hurriedly chased Zhou Captou's back and said, Remember to ask them to write the bills. The county government will reconcile the accounts at the end of the year.

Oh. Zhou Captou was a rough man. Hearing the adult's words, he just nodded crudely. Anyway, he is just a messenger, and if anything happens, it is better to leave it to the capable Team Leader Liu.

After Xiao Ping and the Zhou headman and the civil servants left, they hurriedly said to Chen Heng, Sir, in another hour, Mr. Zhang Shangde will come to visit you.

This is the top priority in the county! Chen Heng nodded. Zhang Shangde, who came to deliver the money, had entered the city last night and had already ordered someone to deliver a door sticker to make an appointment for today's meeting.

Where's the deed I asked you to write?

Seeing Shang Feng asking, Xiao Ping quickly took out the document from his sleeve. I've always kept it with me, sir. Please take a look at it first.

Chen Heng took the document and checked it carefully. I saw what Xiao Ping had written, and it was exactly what I wanted. I couldn't help but shout Hello and said happily: Master Xiao should be remembered for this matter.

Although these words are said abruptly, they are meaningful. Previously, Xiao Ping assisted Chen Heng in the internal and external affairs of the county government. Even though the latter was testing the former's ability, he was also prepared to see the other's mood.

A capable person must also have the temperament to endure. If you accomplish something good and just claim credit and hard work, it will definitely not be worthy of great use. During this period, Xiao Ping worked hard without complaining and was very calm. Not only did things go well, but I never said anything too complacent.

Chen Heng admires Xiao Ping's ability to have such determination. Observing now, he is finally ready to make great use of this person, and also has the intention of bringing him under his command.

When Xiao Ping heard this, he also understood Shangfeng's subtext. When a superior praises his achievements, it means that he will be reused. During this time, he also saw that Mr. Chen was a good official who was dedicated to serving the people, and his future was even brighter. If I can get on this ship, I will definitely get on it. In addition, Chen Heng's style of dealing with people is really to his liking.

Xiao Ping immediately replied: This is all my duty. If I can do good things for the people in the county, I am worthy of my official robe.

Hearing this, Chen Heng smiled and nodded. How can there be so many situations in life where people just give up and bow? Truly talented people have a balance in their hearts. What Xiao Ping said was nothing more than saying that what the county magistrate is doing now is good for the people in the county, so he is willing to follow Xiao Ping's lead.

Chen Heng didn't care about the little tricks in his words. It would be good if everyone could work hard towards the same goal. After thinking for a while, he said: Master Xiao, let's go make arrangements for the guests.

Yes. Xu Shi changed his name. When Xiao Ping replied to Chen Heng, he even omitted the title sir to show his closeness.

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Sir, is this deed authentic?

Zhang Shangde held the deed that he had just received. If it were not written in black and white, he would really be in disbelief.

Seeing his reaction, Chen Heng also asked in confusion: But the price is wrong?

It shouldn't be, Chen Heng felt underestimated in his heart. On the market in Dayong, a qualified navy ship costs one hundred thousand taels. Cargo ships that can go far across the ocean are sold for about 80,000 taels. This price is already a normal price that takes into account various expenses and can still make some profit.

This time, each family donated a different amount of money. At the same time, in order to enrich the types of ships in the shipyard, Chen Heng planned a medium-sized sea-going ship worth 50,000 taels and a large sea-going ship worth 70,000 taels.

At such a price, the profit margin of the shipyard is of course not much, and it is basically making a profit at a loss. But with these orders, the craftsmen in the shipyard will not have to worry about having nothing to do within two years. This is what Chen Heng values.

No, no, no. Zhang Shangde glanced at Chen Heng strangely. When donating money before, this gentleman made it clear in private that he would return it to each family in the form of a sea ship. He originally thought that with 400,000 taels, he would be able to obtain four or five ships, which was the limit. The county magistrate should be greedy for the money left in it, just be greedy.

If he really wanted to pay this price, Zhang Shangde would be able to choose eight cargo ships. Counting the sea-going ships originally purchased, Shanxi Shanxi merchants alone can build a fleet of twenty ocean-going ships at any time. Thinking about how much wealth and profit could be brought back by so many sea ships going to Nanyang is really exciting.

I wonder when we can get these ships. Zhang Shangde really couldn't figure out Chen Heng's method. He had never dealt with court officials, and he was deeply afraid that there were some nails buried in them. It will take seven or eight years for the ship to be obtained. By then Mr. Chen will have been transferred. His successor will not care about his predecessor's promise and will just turn his back on him.

Two years. Chen Heng stretched out his hand and promised, Two years at most. If it fails, the old gentleman can go to His Majesty to complain.

By the time the port construction of Chuansha Hall is completed, Songjiang Mansion will almost be like a hen that only lays golden eggs, and they are still very few. Chen Heng wished that there were more ships traveling from north to south, so how could he compete on such a matter?

But we have something to say first. Chen Heng continued, This batch of ship prices is to thank you for your donation. Once the ships are delivered, the subsequent ship prices will return to the original price.

That's right. Zhang Shangde nodded. If the price were to remain at this price, the Shanxi merchants would not dare to buy subsequent ships.

Later, the two agreed on the number of ships. Zhang Shangde deliberately selected seven sea ships, and his meaning is self-evident. Mr. Chen, you are just greedy for the free fifty thousand taels. Otherwise, everyone will feel uneasy and deeply afraid that you will use tricks and traps behind your back. Don't worry, we are all mature and wealthy businessmen in Dayong, and no one will know about this.

How could Chen Heng accept such a bribe? All the accounts must be clearly listed for Li Zhi to review. There's no way he could have done it, and he would have lost his official career for this matter.

After some push and pull between the two, Zhang Shangde gave up after seeing that Chen Heng was sincere. Afterwards, Zhang Shangde had no choice but to praise him, Your Excellency is so righteous. Chen Heng smiled and accepted it as a smile.

In fact, he knew that he was the one taking advantage. With this money on hand, the shipyard could start construction, and there were civilian laborers at the port, and each family did not charge their own interest. Although there are many ships to be built, there are still two years left, and it is not possible to hand over all the ships at once. The resulting taxes will be enough to cover expenses within two years. As long as you get through this period, your money will be clean in the future.

The two parties laughed and drank a cup of tea, and both felt that each other was a rare and good person. Zhang Shangde took advantage of the opportunity to introduce the children of his family who were accompanying him this time.

This child is my incompetent grandson. Zhang Sandra said as an imposing young man, He will serve as the head of Shanxi Bank in the future and stay in the city to work. He is young and is not prudent enough in his work. If there is any offense on weekdays, , Sir, please take care of me for my sake.

Have you already started training the next generation? Chen Heng praised the Shanxi merchants' far-sighted family tradition in his heart, and took the initiative to say to the young man: Brother Zhang is a calm person at first glance. The old gentleman must have put a lot of effort into teaching himself.

Your Excellency, you are exaggerating. The young man quickly stood up and returned the compliment, adding some self-effacing words. But when he discussed it with Chen Heng, he found that he was still two years older than Mr. Chen.

Seeing the awkward look of the two young people, Zhang Shangde couldn't help laughing and said: It is said that a master is a teacher. Mr. Chen can serve the court at a young age. Qingfeng, when you encounter trouble in the future, you still have to follow Sir, please ask me for advice.

You're welcome, sir. Chen Heng motioned to Zhang Qingfeng to sit down first, but he couldn't help but ask about Shanxi Bank.

This matter still involves the 400,000 taels donated by Shanxi merchants. Shanxi merchants are all over the world, and there is often a saying: Wherever Shanxi merchants go, Shanxi banks will open.

However, there are also hierarchies within banks. Banks in Jingshi and Jinling will be much larger in scale and deposits. Next are the banks in Shandong, Suzhou, Yuhang and other places.

There was already a Shanxi bank in Songjiang City, but unfortunately the previous owner was just an ordinary shopkeeper. The amount of money and amount that can be transferred is limited. This time a member of the family is here, and the scale will definitely increase in the future.

And the 400,000 taels will be slowly transported from the bank in Jinling to Songjiang City. In ancient times, the only force capable of transporting money on a large scale was the imperial court itself.

After mutually agreeing on the follow-up arrangements for the transaction, Zhang Shangde left another 30,000 taels of silver and 50,000 taels of silver notes before leaving with his grandson.

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The county government affairs have just been settled, and the Ruanjia Lane at the other end is coming to an end. The county magistrate wanted to redeem the lives of boys and girls, and the heads of the families passed on money, and finally agreed. After all, buy for five taels and sell for twenty taels. With this money, everyone can have a good year.

Staring at the process of distributing money in person, Liu Xianglian's heart was bleeding. So much vain money, just thrown away in vain. If the adults hadn't made it clear that this step was indispensable, he wouldn't be willing to do it.

Seeing that all the heads of the family were smiling happily, Liu Xianglian said bitterly: Everyone counts, and everyone counts carefully. The money is not short. Don't complain again when you go out, and don't worry about me not admitting the account.

Nothing less, nothing less.

Team Leader Liu, the county magistrate is really a master of the sky. Everyone shook their heads and praised Chen Heng's benevolence and righteousness. With such a kind-hearted man in front of us, everyone wished that this kind of thing would happen more often.

Just laugh, preferably louder. After toasting, it’s time to give these people some fine wine. Liu Xianglian sneered, put her hands on her hips and said, The county magistrate has an order...

When everyone heard this, they all stopped smiling and stood up straight. Listening to Bantou Liu continue to shout, From now on, children under fourteen will appear in various brothels in Ruanjia Lane. They will be punished for kidnapping and trafficking, and will be sentenced to eight hundred miles of exile.

What? ! Everyone was shocked, and immediately shouted: Team leader, Team leader Liu, no!

This is a strict order, where will they go to Ruanjiaxiang to find their children from now on. A beauty will grow old easily, the top man will be ransomed by a wealthy businessman, and the sister will marry someone else. Without the subsequent relay of children, how would they do business in the future?

This is your own business. Liu Xianglian shook her head roughly, ignoring the other party's complaints and continued directly, My Lord also said that if you encounter parents who come to sell their children, you will lead them to the county. In the almshouse, you can get five taels of tattooed silver.

Think it over yourself. This order will be written on a stone tablet and erected at the four street corners in the future. Liu Xianglian waved her hands without doubt. He knew that he could not be polite to these people easily. If he relaxed his tone a little, some people would dare to Taking risks, Whether you want to put your head on the ground or do business safely depends on your own wishes. Of course, if you want to change places, you can.

What kind of thing is this? All the leaders suddenly felt that the money in their hands no longer tasted good. But they were really asked to resist verbally, and because of the eagerly watching officers and soldiers around them, they were somewhat reluctant to do so.

The matter of biological parents selling their children has always been a gray area in Dayong. It is a tacit understanding that the people will not complain and the officials will not correct. There are always families in the world who cannot survive, and there are always small households with many children. Otherwise, how would the big families buy so many servants and maids?

Even if Chen Heng wanted to ban the brothels in Ruanjia Lane, he knew that it would be impossible to do it now. Instead of competing with the merchants in Ruanjia Lane, it is better to grasp the red line of age.

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By the time children reach the age of fifteen, they will have the ability to distinguish between good and bad. I really have no way to survive and want to enter the land of fireworks. Chen Heng will not persuade or interfere. You won't become fat if you eat one bite. You can just take your time with some things.

Everyone begged for mercy in every possible way, but when Liu Xianglian still refused to let go, they gave up angrily. Five taels of silver can buy a child, but not a fifteen-year-old boy or girl. No matter how many families raise such a child, even five taels of silver is not enough.

Hey, who is this Lord Qingtian? He is clearly the Lord of Hell who is here to claim his life.

Seeing that everyone was about to leave in frustration, Liu Xianglian suddenly stopped them, Stay here, everyone should write down their bills before leaving.

Everyone was stunned and couldn't figure out the reason for this. Liu Xianglian briefly explained the matter of paying the money to pay someone else, and then everyone woke up. The leaders thought about it and decided not to write it, fearing that they would not be able to get out of the door, so they asked Liu Xianglian for advice on the format.

After dealing with the leaders, Liu Xianglian saw that one of them was reluctant to write, so she frowned and asked: You are reluctant to write, but you have complaints against the adults in your heart?

This sounds really scary. Everyone will have to make ends meet in Huating County from now on. The man shook his head hurriedly and said with a sad face: Sir, I...I can't read!

Liu Xianglian was also speechless. She held her head against her head and cursed angrily: I'm illiterate. Why do you open a brothel?

Listening to this, the man felt even more ridiculous. If I were literate, I wouldn't be able to open a brothel.

Liu Xianglian didn't bother to make things difficult for him, so she found a few outsiders to write for the principals who had suffered the same situation, clearly wrote down the cause and effect, and asked them to press their fingerprints before letting them go.

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On the twenty-second day of the twelfth lunar month, a few days before the New Year, Chen Heng finally finished handling all the chamber of commerce matters before the new year. This time, in addition to the Shanxi Shanxi Shanxi merchant's bank being upgraded, the Hui merchant's bank also sent a big manager to deal with the affairs of Songjiang Mansion in the future.

In a few days, it will be time for the men from Chuansha Hall to return to Fucheng. Chen Heng asked the county government officials to tell the shop owners in the city to prepare more New Year's goods when they were parading in the streets to prepare for this group of people who had extra money.

The largest number of cargo orders sent from Songjiang Fucheng flew to Yangzhou. With the successful establishment of Qiupu Second Street, male and female workers gathered in Yangzhou were producing goods at an exaggerated speed and selling them all over the world.

Along the water and land routes from Yangzhou to Songjiang, there are many traveling traders and hawkers. Everyone wants to join in the excitement of Songjiang Mansion, and some people know that the county magistrate here is their own child, so they come to help the Yangzhou champion.

Yangzhou City is now transforming into a manufacturing city step by step. The transition of authority between prefectures and cities. Chen Heng didn't know how the Yangzhou magistrate felt. He must be happy in his heart. When the port construction is completed, Songjiang Mansion will become the distribution center of Jiangnan, and prosperity is just around the corner.

If development goes well, it will take a few years. Yangzhou and Songjiang will climb up a step hand in hand. This joy made Chen Heng smile with everyone he saw today.

Daiyu felt angry in her heart when she saw her husband snickering casually. Catch Chen Heng directly and discuss the new year's goods with him.

I still missed some people by mistake. Daiyu was a little troubled and had a headache. This was her first time running a household. As the matron of the house, she would inevitably have some insecurities when it came to moving among relatives.

When Chen Heng heard this, he smiled carefully and said, Who else is not prepared?

The New Year's gifts from the capital and Yangzhou are all ready to be sent out. If there is no delay on the way, the elders will receive them before the new year. Daiyu counted them down one by one with her fingers, My two teachers, I It's all well arranged. I just forgot about the same year as my husband... and let me finish the work.

After saying this, Daiyu looked at Chen Heng timidly. Rather than forgetting, it is better to say that she has no idea about the relationship between Chen Heng and the same year. Which people need to move around inside, and which families need to prepare generous gifts. Chen Heng was busy with foreign affairs before, so Daiyu had no time to inquire.

Blame me, blame me. Chen Heng knew that the problem was with him, so he hurriedly asked with a smile, How did Madam remember this?

Mr. Wen asked someone to send a congratulatory gift. Daiyu looked at Chen Heng and pointed out, He sent thirty seal skins this time, sir. Do you know the reason? No one in our family uses it for cooking. Boots.

Hearing Mrs. Chen's words, Chen Heng had a strange look on his face. Wen Yu, why did you give me this thing? He thought for a moment, then laughed and slapped his thigh, saying: Hahaha, I understand, he wants to ask for my copybook.

You finally came to your senses. Lin Daiyu glanced at him in annoyance. Then he said: There is one thing, I have to trouble my husband.

The two couples were sitting on two sides of the soft couch. Chen Heng was half leaning on the soft cushion, watching Daiyu pick up the money slips and calculate the family expenses for this year. On the long plan, the tea that Zijuan had just added was still steaming.

How can fame, fortune, and wealth compare to the warmth of a family in front of you? Chen Heng smiled and said cheerfully: Madam, all you have to do is give her orders. Your Majesty is willing to do your best for Madam.

Daiyu glared at him and took out a hundred taels of silver from her arms. She said to the flattered man, This is not for you. Chen Heng nodded in disappointment, and Mrs. Chen couldn't help but chuckle, This is for Sister Yinglian, do you still remember Mr. Jia's wife?

Who?! Chen Heng was stunned as he took the banknote. There are too many people named Jia in the Red Mansion. He couldn't think of who Daiyu was talking about.

It's the one from Chuansha Hall. Daiyu gritted her silver teeth, thinking about how to attack her enemy tonight.

Oh oh oh. Chen Heng suddenly realized that it was Jia Yucun. He couldn't help but wonder, Why are you talking about him?

Have you forgotten? Last time you came back from Chuansha Hall, Mr. Jia's wife prepared a gift for you to bring back. Lin Daiyu reminded her.

She wore a bright red round hat, with a fluffy brim that pressed against the girl's petite face. Coupled with the girl's snow-white complexion and slightly annoyed expression, it is really endearing. Chen Heng was stunned for a moment. After a moment, he smiled and said: You really have to return the gift. You can just give the money to Yinglian directly. Why let me have a hand in it?

When it comes to family matters, you don't want to use your brain. Daiyu couldn't help but support her chin with her hands, but she also knew that Chen Heng was busy with business. Since the person next to her could not spare the energy, she could only say clearly, As a family, we must be close and respectful...

Hearing that his wife was going to make a long speech, Chen Heng quickly lifted off the blanket, stood up, saluted, and interrupted: What I'm teaching you, my wife, is to save your husband.

Seeing Chen Heng's good behavior, Daiyu simply spared him for a while and continued talking about her family's arrangements, When the streets outside the city are repaired, I plan to buy a few shops. Leave half of it for sister Yinglian, so that she can be around in the future. .”

Chen Heng sat back down, couldn't help but fold his hands behind his head, and listened to his wife's daily routine. Suddenly, he burst out laughing himself.

Why are you laughing? Daiyu complained. She didn't say anything wrong just now.

The joy here is insignificant. Chen Heng shook his head and said with a proud smile: No wonder people often say that you only know how good it is to have a daughter-in-law after you start a family and start a career. Hahaha, the old saying is somewhat true.

Yu'er!

Ah? Daiyu felt flustered for no reason when she saw her sweetheart suddenly looking cross-eyed and looking at her intently.

We will be fine and grow old together.

Hearing Chen Heng's warm words, Daiyu finally breathed a sigh of relief and said with a blush on her face: I know that our family will be fine.

Chen Heng nodded and suddenly asked again, Yu'er, what were you thinking when I called you just now?

What are you thinking about? I didn't think about anything. My husband, please don't frame a good person.

Then why are you blushing?

You take care of me. Daiyu lost her temper and the rest of her face turned red. Chen Heng laughed even more.

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The twenty-seventh day of the twelfth lunar month is the holiday for the Chuansha Hall corvee, and it is also the last busy time for the Chuansha Hall official office. Today, the civilian husband is about to leave for the capital city, and Jia Yucun and a group of people come to see him off.

What he said during this period was nothing more than urging everyone to go back and have a good New Year. Come back early next year so as not to miss the deadline. Everyone has been busy for more than a month, and Jia Yucun gave the money readily, so there was no reason to refuse.

After finally sending these people away safely, Jia Yucun was both happy and worried inside. When he first took office as the general judge of Chuansha Hall, he must have been a little unhappy in his heart. But after more than a month, we can see that there is a lot of construction work under the rule of Chuansha Ting. Jia Yucun's unhappiness has long since dissipated.

Anyone can see the future of Chuansha Hall. In this way, Jia Yucun not only understood Chen Heng's determination, but also guessed His Majesty's tacit approval and approval of this matter.

There is nothing more inspiring than this. A man should never be without power for a day. If you want to exercise your ambition, you have to be close to the people who decide the distribution of power.

I have already jumped on Chen Heng's carriage, and I have seen the other person's ability to raise money to do things. Jia Yucun was also convinced and no longer had any objections to Chen Heng climbing on top of him.

With this praise in his heart, when he returned home, he couldn't wait to grab Jiao Xing and asked: The Chinese New Year is coming soon. Look, what gifts should we give this time to Mr. Chen and his two ladies? ?”

Jiao Xing comes from a small family and doesn't understand the principle of just ordering and finishing. She saw her husband's excitement, and after thinking about it, she said: Master Chen's family has a clean tradition, so I'm afraid it wouldn't be good to give him something expensive. I want you to tell me... She thought about the doorway that led Zhen Shiyin to him, How about giving the deputy master a copybook?

Jia Yucun hurriedly shook his head, No, no, no, Mr. Chen is good at calligraphy. His calligraphy skills are already in the hall. If I send calligraphy again, wouldn't it be an act of shame? It would be really embarrassing.

It is precisely because Mr. Chen is good at words that he can send some words to build friendship. Jiao Xing replied simply, If the master really wants to deal with Mr. Chen, why worry about showing off one's embarrassment.

Jia Yucun was stunned when he heard this. He now understood Jiao Xing's words. This was to ask him to act like a subordinate in the officialdom, thereby eliciting Chen Heng's enthusiasm for conversation and laying the foundation for future exchanges between the two families.

But do we really want to treat our former students with such low courtesy? Jia Yucun was stunned for a moment, a hint of displeasure rising in his heart.

After all, she is the person beside her, and Jiao Xing is also aware of Jia Yucun's character shortcomings. This man is good-looking, talented and ambitious. Not to mention the literati's awareness of current affairs and weakness. He has a bit of pride but not much backbone.

She thought for a while and then advised: Master, who do you think will have a higher official position in the future, you or Mr. Chen?

Needless to say, it doesn't matter who appreciates Chen Heng. The position of Songjiang prefect is still vacant. No one can guess whether His Majesty left it to Chen Heng intentionally.

Jia Yucun thought about it and immediately changed his mind. It is a bit embarrassing to ask former students for advice. But if you ask your future chief assistant for advice, doesn't that show that you have unique vision?

He was overjoyed, took Jiao Xing's hand, and said happily: Madam, you are truly a hero among women.

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The 30th day of the twelfth lunar month is the last day of the fourth year of Jianping. The city has been decorated with lights and colorful decorations, and everything is filled with excitement. There are many parades of dragon and lion dances on the streets in the south of the city, and pilgrims come to temples everywhere. The excitement in the streets and alleys has not stopped since morning.

Today he was going to the Chenghuang Temple to offer sacrifices. Chen Heng put on a brand new official robe early in the morning and wandered around the county government office. The New Year's gifts prepared by Daiyu were distributed to subordinates yesterday. There are not many rituals, but one intention is important.

The county officials all raised their hands to congratulate their master when they saw him. Huating County has indeed undergone great changes in the past few months. As a native of Songjiang, everyone knows who brought these changes.

Go home early for dinner today, and take your family to the Chenghuang Temple in the evening to have fun together. Chen Heng gave instructions to his subordinates one by one.

Sir, do you want some gift money then? someone asked.

It's natural to hope for good fortune in the coming year. Chen Heng laughed loudly and directly revealed the answer to the mystery. Those who are staying on business today, remember to go to the back to have dinner together in the evening.

Of course, everyone would not refuse the magistrate's kindness, so they agreed with a smile. At the door of the household, Liu Xianglian hurried in and said to Chen Heng and Xinda: Why are you two still here? Let's go quickly. The streets are crazy today, and there are people everywhere. Wuyangwu It’s awesome, hahaha, it makes me happy just to look at it.”

I'm going out, and the people won't be able to make trouble. Chen Heng smiled bitterly, saying that having fun with the people is bullshit. When it comes to such a big festival, the best thing for parents to do is to hide in a corner and not disturb the people's happiness.

Amidst Xinda's snickering, Liu Xianglian raised her eyebrows and smiled and said: That's right. Then I won't care about you two. There are too many people on the street, so I will find some helpers to maintain the scene...

This person comes and goes like the wind. Chen Heng didn't even have time to inquire about the commotion on the street. Liu Xianglian had already rushed into the snow and wind with a knife in hand.

Eight thousand words, just make up for what I said yesterday. I have a lot of work at the end of the year. I didn't come back until ten o'clock yesterday and I didn't even have time to eat dinner. I'm causing trouble to everyone...