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After eating, Zhang Zhengdao took the prepared money and took a car to the Qinghe County government office.

Because it was New Year's Day, all government offices in the Song Dynasty had a seven-day holiday.

County Magistrate Li Datian is resting in the back office. He had too much fun last night and went to bed late. He still hasn't gotten up yet.

When he heard that Zhang Zhengdao, the inspector general, was visiting, Li Datian got up from the two women and touched them randomly, causing a burst of coquettishness. Then he changed into casual clothes and came to the front hall to meet Zhang Zhengdao.

"Happy New Year, Mr. Magistrate!" Zhang Zhengdao bowed his hands and bowed.

Li Datian covered his mouth and yawned, waved his hand and said: "Nephew Zhang Xian, you don't have to be polite, please sit down."

When the guests and hosts were seated, Zhang Zhengdao got straight to the point and said: "Today is the first day of the lunar month. I'm here to make trouble. I ask the county magistrate for your forgiveness."

Li Datian smiled lightly and said: "It's rare for a wise nephew to visit."

Zhang Zhengdao smiled and said: "I heard that the county magistrate's handwriting was magnificent, so my nephew came here to ask for a calligraphy treasure."

"This is the cost of refining the pen. Please don't take it too little." Zhang Zhengdao pushed a heavy cloth bag in front of Li Datian.

Li Datian glanced at it casually, then smiled and said, "My nephew is too polite."

Zhang Zhengdao said with a smile: "Since the county magistrate took office, Qinghe County has not picked up lost items on the road, and has not closed its doors at night. The people live and work in peace and contentment, and business is becoming more and more prosperous. It is worthy of being the parent of the people."

Li Datian laughed and said: "My dear nephew, please don't try to flatter me. If you have any questions, just tell me!"

He goes to the Three Treasures Hall for nothing, and this righteous path is not even seen on weekdays. Li Datian naturally understands that this kid must have something to do with spending money to ask for calligraphy treasures today.

Zhang Zhengdao smiled back and said: "Sure enough, nothing can be hidden from my husband's discerning eyes. There is indeed a small matter that I want to know the answer to."

"The three-year term of the county magistrate is about to expire. Do you have any plans to stay in office?" Zhang Zhengdao continued to ask.

According to the court system, the county magistrate of the Song Dynasty was elected for a term of three years, and Li Dayian's post as magistrate of Qinghe County was about to expire and he was about to leave office.

Although Li Datian is not very capable, he is very good at being a good person. Since Zhang Zhengdao took office, the county government has never interfered with the affairs of the Inspection Department, and allocates money and food on time, making him feel comfortable.

If Li Datian leaves, the court will get a sensible and obedient magistrate, but if it replaces it with a magistrate who is an upright official, I am afraid that such a happy and happy life will come to an end.

Zhang Zhengdao had to find out clearly, and it would be best if he could help Li Datian stay in office for another three years.

Hearing this, Li Datian frowned, and after a while he sighed and said: "To be honest with my nephew, Qinghe County is a good place, with abundant resources, natural treasures, and outstanding people."

"I'm really reluctant to leave here." Li Datian told the truth.

Zhang Zhengdao pondered: "If the county magistrate wants to stay in office, it's actually not difficult."

Li Datian smiled and said: "It's really not difficult, just do a few things. My nephew doesn't know, I have a relative who is an official in Bianliang City, Tokyo. His surname is Zhu Mingmen. All you need to do is send a load of gifts, a letter and a few things.

Boss, you can naturally stay on."

Zhang Zhengdao did not expect that Li Datian would have such a backer, so he immediately said: "In this case, I am worrying too much."

Li Datian smiled and said: "I already know what my nephew means. Let me think about it again."

Zhang Zhengdao stood up and said goodbye: "If the county magistrate can stay in office for three years, it will be a blessing to the people of Qinghe County."

Li Datian said: "If I can stay in office, that's my wish."

"My dear nephew, wait a minute." Li Datian went to the back and turned back after a moment, holding a piece of calligraphy in his hand.

"It's not as good as the handwriting of everyone in the world, it's embarrassing!" Li Datian handed over the paper.

After Zhang Zhengdao took it, he spread his hands and saw three round words written on them: Lion Tower!

"Thank you so much, Mr. Magistrate!" Zhang Zhengdao thanked him again.

After leaving the government office, Zhang Zhengdao sat in the carriage and opened the calligraphy again and took a look. The handwriting was neat, but a little more rounded. Like other people, there was no edge.

"I didn't expect that Li Datian was actually a relative of Zhu Meng." Zhang Zhengdao was quite surprised.

All of the flower and stone work was done by Zhu Meng. Suzhou was in charge of serving the bureau. He wasted money on officials and tried every possible means to extort flowers and stones. This was done year after year. The people were troubled and miserable. I don’t know how many families were ruined and their children were sold.

Female, for request.

The southeastern region was unbearable. Later, the Fangla Uprising took the name of "Zhu Meng" and captured dozens of prefectures and counties, with millions of people, and for a time the southeastern region was powerful.

After Zhang Zhengdao returned to Zhang's house, before he could go back to his room to rest, he heard Zhang Bo report: "Dalang, there is a visitor who has been waiting for a long time!"

"Guest?"

Zhang Zhengdao is a little confused. Who can come to visit him?

When I came to the front hall, I saw Cai Jing's young butler Gao An, sitting on a chair eating tea.

Zhang Zhengdao was confused in his heart, but with a smile on his face, he pretended to be overjoyed and said: "So you are a senior executive, what kind of wind brings you here?"

Gao An smiled and said: "I haven't seen Mr. Zhang for many days, but his style remains the same."

Zhang Zhengdao replied: "The senior management is joking, there is nothing to entertain at home, why not move to Lichun Courtyard?"

Gao An stood up and said: "It's up to you!"

Zhang Zhengdao and Gao An left the Zhang family.

Sitting in Gao'an's gorgeous carriage, Zhang Zhengdao asked: "Senior executive, is Mr. Cai in good health recently?"

Gao An said: "My husband is busy with official duties, but his body is still strong."

Zhang Zhengdao smiled and said: "I have been busy with official duties, but I have never come to Beijing to visit my husband."

Gao An said: "Last time I went to Qinghe County, Zhang Guan happened to be away. This time, I will definitely get drunk before I stop."

Zhang Zhengdao nodded and said: "It's natural. It's rare for senior executives to come here, so naturally they have to treat them well."

The carriage arrived at the entrance of Lichun Courtyard. Today is the first day of the new year. There are already a lot of guests here. The young ladies who usually dress up in gorgeous clothes have already been ordered by the guests.

Zhang Zhengdao stepped inside and ordered the shop assistant who came to greet him to call the old madam Li's mother.

Not long after, Mother Li, dressed in pink and with countless layers of makeup on her face, rushed forward.

"Hey, sir, what kind of wind can bring you to my Lichun Courtyard?" Mother Li took Zhang Zhengdao's arm and smiled happily.

Zhang Zhengdao said with a straight face: "I have a distinguished guest today. Go and call the two most beautiful ladies to come and keep you company."

"The girls in my courtyard are not as good as those in the homes of high-ranking officials." Mother Li said with a pout.

Zhang Zhengdao frowned and said, "If you are asked to make arrangements, just go ahead and make arrangements. Where does all this nonsense come from?"

Mother Li seemed unhappy when she saw the official, so she smiled and said: "Okay, I will arrange it for the official."

Zhang Zhengdao led Gao An up to the second floor and found a clean room. After sitting down, he saw two beautiful women entering.

This time, Gao An did not drive them outside. He just kept drinking and chatting with Zhang Zhengdao.

Zhang Zhengdao didn't understand the purpose of Gao An's visit this time. He just drank with him and didn't explore it.

The two of them stayed in this room, drinking, eating, and making fun.