The Record of Righteousness

"My father-in-law, please give me your instructions. The success of my subordinates depends on my father-in-law Wu. If I can do things for my father-in-law, I will go through fire and water without hesitation!"

That Wanqing was sincere, and immediately expressed his stance as soon as he heard Eunuch Wu's words, looking like a loyal and courageous minister.

"Hmm... Not bad, not bad. With your childlike heart, our family will be satisfied."

"but……"

Eunuch Wu stood up and helped Wan Qing up from the ground, which made Wan Qing feel flattered again.

"Our family has entrusted you with important matters. We must not agree verbally only to have unsatisfactory performance."

"Don't worry, father-in-law! This life of this subordinate belongs to you, father-in-law. I will definitely live up to my father-in-law's instructions."

"Okay, okay, please listen to our details."

After speaking, Eunuch Wu picked up another cup of tea and took a sip before speaking:

"As you know, Xiao Shen is dead. He has been doing all the tax collection for our family. Once Xiao Shen dies, our family will be in dire straits to do things alone."

"In this huge capital city, our family is also responsible for tax collection, but it's not easy for us to personally come forward for this matter. We have been thinking about it for several days, and the best candidate is none other than you."

Only then did Wan Qing understand and suddenly realized:

"Does father-in-law want his subordinates to collect taxes?"

"That's right."

After hearing Eunuch Wu's reply, Wan Qing immediately agreed happily and heard again:

"There are so many wealthy merchants in the capital. These people all have backgrounds, and we cannot afford to offend them."

"Let's just take care of Fuyun Street in Xijiao. There are some small traders there. Although they don't pay much, they can't stand the crowds. If you take a few more places, it will be enough."

"What my father-in-law said makes sense." Wan Qing agreed from the side.

"Besides, our family went to Jinan Mansion a few days ago and had a lot of time. Once these humble people have too much money, they will inevitably be a little frivolous."

"When you go to collect taxes this time, if anyone disobeys the discipline, you will be beaten."

"I obey my orders!"

Wan Qing was so happy that she made no secret of her joy. Just as she knelt down and was about to kowtow and leave, Eunuch Wu suddenly reminded:

"It's your first time doing something, so it's inevitable that you'll be a little unfamiliar. Go ahead and call Zhou Cuntian. He's also a veteran in doing things. You can learn more from him."

"yes!"

Wan Qing agreed and left, but Eunuch Wu stared at Wan Qing's back, squinting his eyes and not knowing what he was thinking.

Let's say that Wanqing was quite happy at first after receiving the order.

There must be a lot of interest in this tax collection matter, but when he heard that the guy named Zhou was involved, he was very unhappy.

However, there was still a smile on his face without any hint of dissatisfaction.

Let’s talk about Fuyun Street in Xijiao, which is a well-known street in Xijiao Minxiang.

Wan Qing led Zhou Cuntian and dozens of eunuchs here. It can also be said that Zhou Cuntian brought them here.

Wan Qing had just arrived and was unfamiliar with the place, so he saw Zhou Cuntian's attentiveness and said nothing.

With the influx of eunuchs, the originally bustling streets gradually became quiet, and the noisy vendors became cautious.

Wan Qing walked at the front with his hands behind his back, as if he was the biggest official in this group of eunuchs. Although the little eunuchs on both sides did not collect taxes fiercely, they were somewhat arrogant. Zhou Cuntian was giving instructions to his subordinates.

The vendors were also more sensible. Seeing that Zhou Cuntian was an old acquaintance this time, they had no choice but to obediently pay the tax, and no one dared to do anything extraordinary.

When we get here, it's not even half as big as Fuyun Street. The work is still quite strenuous.

And by noon, two large bags of tax money had been collected, and two eunuchs were carrying the bags.

Cashing out under the bright sun, everyone was hungry, thirsty and tired at this time.

Fortunately for Wanqing, these little eunuchs all looked disheveled. Because they were all new here, they didn't dare to complain and could only endure it.

The vendors on both sides also lowered their eyebrows and looked at them secretly, suppressing their smiles.

Zhou Cuntian was also a little tired. He wiped the sweat on his face and bowed to Wan Qing:

"Father-in-law, the kids came too early today and didn't have time to have breakfast. The weather is hot right now. Do you think we can go find a place to rest for a while?"

"Well... brothers have worked hard. If you want to take a rest, you have to go to the best restaurant. Lao Zhou, tell me, where is the best restaurant on this street?"

Upon hearing this, the eunuchs' eyes suddenly lit up and they were full of energy. They wanted to go to the best restaurant. This Eunuch Wan was so generous. They were grateful to Wan Qing for a while.

Zhou Cuntian groped his chin, which had few beards, and rolled his eyes. He bowed and smiled sarcastically at Wan Qing:

"Father, the best restaurant on Fuyun Street is Jingshui Restaurant. This restaurant has been in business since the Zhenghua period, and it has a history of a hundred years. The roasted duck in this restaurant is truly outstanding. besides……"

But Wan Qing waved his hand impatiently, interrupted the guy's chatter, and said:

"Okay, okay, stop talking so much and lead the way. Just listening won't do the trick."

Zhou Cuntian smiled awkwardly, then quickly put away his embarrassment and stopped talking.

After that, he led the hungry people around for half a stick of incense, and finally arrived at the Jingshui Restaurant.

This place still belongs to Fuyun Street, and there is still an endless stream of pedestrians around.

This inn covers an area of ​​at least a hundred acres, and there are several horse stables and cowsheds around it.

Many servants were busy feeding the animals. Behind the inn, there were more than a dozen two-story wooden buildings, which were where travelers stayed.

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