Start with detective Li Yuanfang

Yuncheng County.

The inner house of the Song family.

Song Jiang straightened his clothes in front of the mirror, his swarthy face showed satisfaction and anticipation, and Song Qing, who was behind him, also smiled and said: "Brother finally got the crown, and he is going to take over father's errand and work in the yamen!"

Song Jiang said with a smile: "The main thing is to serve the imperial court, I hope to have a bright future, and make my Song family great!"

Song Qing confidently said: "If it is brother, it will definitely be possible!"

The so-called "iron yamen, flowing officials", the local officials in the Song Dynasty were all in office for several years, but the officials and servants in the yamen did not change for a long time, and even brothers died, and fathers died and sons succeeded.

Song Jiang's next position as a secretary is a petty official who is responsible for sorting out files and secretarial documents. Although he is looked down upon by the scholar-official class, he belongs to the imperial court after all, and in the yamen of various places, the number of officials and servants far exceeds that of officials, and they are also representatives of these people. As the government deals with the people, its influence cannot be underestimated.

Among other things, in terms of clothing, after Song Jiang became a secretary, he could wear a black gown with a long Confucian sash belt and long boots, while ordinary people could only wear short shirts and high tops. Shoes, this distinction is doomed to class distinctions.

However, what Song Jiang himself is most happy about is not that he can dress better than ordinary people, but that he has the opportunity to use his duties as a servant to get acquainted with various religions, make more friends, and show off his talents. He may have the opportunity to become an official in the future.

You must know that after a certain number of years of service, scribes can also be promoted to officials after passing the assessment. Although the number is extremely rare, it is not hopeless.

So after he finished dressing, he walked towards the main hall with bold steps all the way to bid farewell to his father.

Father Song was sitting on a chair in the hall, watching this energetic black son walk in, he immediately showed a look of relief: "My son is very ambitious, he really has grown up!"

"It's all thanks to the father's upbringing. From now on, the children should take care of the family affairs. Just ask the father to take care of him for the rest of his life!"

Song Jiang immediately pushed the golden mountain and inverted the jade pillar, and kowtowed to his father. He was Sanlang. The two elder brothers in front had passed away, his father was getting older, and his younger brother Song Qing was still young.

Father Song caressed his beard and smiled: "Okay! You have a calm temperament, and you don't have anything to take care of as a father. You will be on duty on the first day. Go to the Yamen early and take this money bag with you!"

Song Jiang took it, weighed it for a while, and was a little surprised: "Father, the number in it... the child won't need so much..."

He has been obsessed with it since he was a child, and he likes to think about it. He has learned a lot of skills as an official. Of course, he knows the role of managing the top and bottom, but it seems too exaggerated to bring such a heavy money bag all of a sudden when he is just on the job.

Father Song sighed softly and said, "Nowadays is not the same as in the past... You are a righteous person, and you like to take care of things when you encounter injustice. You often go home when you are not good at the Yamen, so you should take a spare!"

Song Jiang felt weird and didn't dare to refuse: "Yes!"

After everything was settled, Song Jiang bid farewell to his father and younger brother. The servant brought a pony that matched his height, got on the horse, and headed for the Yuncheng County Yamen.

He had reported to the yamen early, completed the formalities, and Song's father was also working there, so he was familiar with the door, and there was no reason for his birth, but when he got close to the yamen, he saw the dark surrounding There was a group of people standing there, staring straight inside, not making any noise, and their clothes were not comparable to that of ordinary people.

Song Jiang frowned, got off his horse, and said to a strong man who was also watching, "Brother, what's going on in front of the yamen?"

"Ask for salary, it's the same everywhere, what else can I do?"

The man first replied casually, and then looked at Song Jiang's attire: "Could it be that the little brother is also an official of the Yamen?"

Seeing his strong figure and outstanding temperament, Song Jiang immediately cupped his hands and said, "I'm Xia Song Jiang, whose name is Gongming. I just came to the Yamen today as an errand, and I'm taking the post of escort. I don't know your brother's name?"

Seeing his enthusiastic expression, the man clasped his fists in return: "Under Sun Yuan, there is no written name, and the little brother is an escort and eats the emperor's rations, but it is rare to treat ordinary people like us like this!"

Song Jiang said with a smile: "I am an official, and I am just a job. I make friends and talk about righteousness. What do I have to do with others? Brother Sun is very eloquent. I fell in love at first sight. How about going to Suian Restaurant for a drink at noon?" ?”

Sun Yuan praised: "What a handout for making friends. I can make a friend like you today. I, Sun, made this trip worthwhile. But Suian Restaurant was the foundation of Fanlou at that time. There were so many people, I still didn't want to join in the excitement. gone."

Song Jiang frowned slightly when he heard the words, and looked at Sun Yuan carefully: "Brother Sun, please rest assured, I am familiar with the shopkeeper there, and I will definitely have a good position, let you and me enjoy ourselves!"

Sun Yuan laughed: "Then I won't refuse, see you at the restaurant at noon!"

Song Jiang cupped his fists and watched Sun Yuan leave. He was very happy to have made a new friend, but when he turned to the Yamen, the smile on Hei's face gradually disappeared.

"The yamen owes wages...is it actually in my Yuncheng?"

Yuncheng County belongs to Jeju. In this era, Jishui was unimpeded and water transportation was flourishing. It was one of the most developed regions in the east and west of Beijing.

The Song family's considerable family business was accumulated from his grandfather, and the two generations of officials have become some respectable figures in the county. The oil and water of this place can be seen, and now the yamen is in arrears of wages. If you don't see it with your own eyes, it is true unimaginable...

He weighed the money pouch at his waist, Song Jiang understood why his father was prepared, and a shadow cast over his heart.

But considering that when he came to the yamen to go through the formalities not long ago, he didn't stop at the door to ask for his salary. Maybe the salaries of the upper and lower levels will be reissued soon, so he cheered up and walked into the yamen.

"Greetings to Hanzhi County!"

"Song Yasi is young and promising!"

With his father's contacts, the subtle learning, and the experience of dealing with all kinds of people since he was a child, Song Jiang adapted to the environment extremely quickly. After paying a visit to the Shangguan, he quickly entered the working state.

What gave him a headache was that there were a lot more documents in the yamen than expected, and it seemed that a lot of time had been accumulated.

However, other officials ignored it, and officials such as the county magistrate and county lieutenant did not bother to ask, but now that he has taken over, if anything happens in the future, he must be the one to blame, so these still have to be dealt with.

After a morning's work, Song Jiang got up, moved his sore arm, walked out with small respectful steps, greeted his colleagues all the way, then left the Yamen, and rode to Suian Restaurant.

Yuncheng County is not small. It belongs to a relatively prosperous prefecture and county in Shandong. This Suian restaurant was contracted years ago. It has only opened for more than a month, and it is full of guests, and the business is extremely prosperous.

Father Song had already inquired clearly, and asked someone to reserve a seat before opening the door. Although it was in the lobby, not a private room, Song Jiang liked the lively atmosphere in the lobby, and thought it was quite good, so it happened to invite a good man to drink this time.

The flow of people on the street at Suian Restaurant increased significantly. Song Jiang looked around and soon found Sun Yuan on the side of the street.

Sun Yuan squatted on the ground, looking at the passers-by, looking like a loafer, and when he saw Song Jiang greeted him, he stood up, exuding a sturdy quack air.

The two entered the restaurant, Song Jiang found the shopkeeper, reported Song's father's name, waited for a while, and under the guidance of the servant, sat down at the table by the window.

He has never been stingy with money, and he served all the good dishes one by one, and specially ordered to Dr. Jiu: "Warm up two pots of 'Fu Yan Yun'!"

Dr. Jiu said: "Please wait a moment."

Sun Yuan showed curiosity: "This Suian restaurant was originally Fanlou, the first of the seventy-two main restaurants in Bianliang. The famous drinks should be 'Hezhi' and 'Mei Shou'?"

Song Jiang smiled and said: "Brother Sun didn't know something, it turned out to be like this, but ever since the Suian restaurant in Daming Mansion entertained the relatives of the township army, a talented woman took out the treasured wine 'Looking for Life' to share, and later Lin Yiyong renamed it It was celebrated as 'Fuyanyun', and it is now the signature wine of Suian Restaurant."

Sun Yuan sighed: "So that's how it is. Just the name of the wine is a big deal!"

After Dr. Liquor warmed up the wine, the two clinked glasses: "Do it!"

During the exchange of cups and cups, the relationship between the two parties quickly became familiar. Song Jiang asked, "Brother Sun is from Gyeonggi?"

Sun Yuan sighed: "What Gyeonggi, since the official family fled south to Jinling, what kind of Gyeonggi is our Henan Province? Now there are so many wars, there is no peace..."

Song Jiang frowned: "The thief Zhang who occupied Xijing hasn't been wiped out yet?"

Sun Yuan glanced at him sideways: "Brother Song, don't go to Henan to say this, but now that person is called Zhang Shenxian, who has defeated the encirclement and suppression by officers and soldiers several times, and even formed an alliance with the military general in Guanzhong, and his power is getting stronger and stronger. Big!"

Song Jiang's face darkened: "Why can't I say it, no matter how powerful it is, it is nothing but a traitor and a traitor. Without a king and a father, he will be punished by heaven! I, Song, have also learned sticks since I was a child. If I get the chance, I will be loyal. Serve the country and wipe out bandits!"

Sun Yuan shook his head: "Brother Song is a native of Jeju, right? Now it's fairly peaceful, that is, Hebei, Shandong and Jiangnan, and other places are in chaos. If you are seeking a living elsewhere, I'm afraid you won't think so... Forget it, little brother Song is a member of the government, I shouldn't say such disgusting old man, do it!"

Song Jiang also restrained his emotions and continued to toast.

The two of them got drunk, and this time it was Sun Yuan who took the initiative to speak: "Excuse me, but I don't know if little brother Song knows someone from Liang Shanbo?"

Liang Shanbo is just on the edge of Yuncheng County, and half of it belongs to Jeju. Song Jiang didn't shy away from this, and lowered his voice a little: "It's like thunder, but I don't have a chance to see it. Is it possible that Brother Sun is going to vote for Liangshan?"

Sun Yuan snorted: "Now that Liangshan is no more in power than the former Luozhai Lord, I'm afraid he will look down on me and other people in the world!"

Song Jiang was stunned: "Brother Sun is full of heroism, he is a good man, how could Liangshan miss a talent like you?"

Sun Yuan laughed: "To tell you the truth, little brother Song, I am also well-known in the Henan area. People gave me the nickname 'Shan Yacha'. It turns out that if you go to Liangshan, you must be able to get a seat! But now there are many rules there. Very, you are not allowed to do this, you are not allowed to do that, if you really listen to them, the handicraft handed down in your family will be broken, I can’t stand that kind of restraint, so I don’t want to go up the mountain!”

Song Jiang suddenly said: "That's really a pity!"

Sun Yuan waved his hand: "Liangshan's rules can't stand it, and business still has to be done, especially now through Liangshan, you can still buy Yanyun's good things."

Song Jiang wondered: "Brother Sun, why don't you go to Cangzhou, isn't there a mutual market?"

Sun Yuan sneered: "Brother Song doesn't know something. The discussion in Cangzhou is to fool the court. If you really want to contact Yanyun, you must go the way of Liangshan."

"I see……"

Song Jiang laughed dryly, a little depressed.

Today is his first official day on duty, but no matter what he sees and hears in the yamen, or what the heroes say, it is completely different from the imperial court in his heart. , the treacherous officials are in power, when will the world be peaceful!"

After a glass of strong wine, Song Jiang refreshed himself: "Since Brother Sun is looking for a Liangshan hero, and Song is a native of Jeju, there is no reason not to help. Please wait for a few days, and I will match Brother Sun!"

Sun Yuan clasped his fists and said, "I don't dare to believe what other people say, but little brother Song is capable, so I'll wait for your good news! But I may not be in the county these few days, but my daughter He and his son-in-law will come, and if Little Brother Song has a letter of approval, he can bring it to them."

"it is good!"

The two left the means of communication with each other, had enough wine and food, Song Jiang paid for the meal, said goodbye to Sun Yuan, returned to the yamen, and began to chat with other officials and Xu.

"Don't mention it, it's been a full three months, otherwise everyone would stand at the gate of the yamen? There may not be any salary for the next month. There are old and young in my family, and life is difficult... ouch... ouch , how embarrassing it is!"

"Song Yasi is really a good person, but it's a pity that he didn't come at the right time. If it was half a year earlier, it wouldn't be like this..."

"Song Yasi asked the right person about the way of Liangshan. There is nothing to care about. Now that the wanted notice of the village master Nading has been withdrawn, the court is no longer willing to pursue it!"

In just a few days, Song Jiang not only established a good relationship with the officials and officials in the yamen, but also saw what makes people's hearts fluctuate. There are more than a dozen people who can have a relationship with Liangshan, and there are various ways.

"No wonder Brother Sun was observing outside the yamen before. It turns out that contacting a gang of bandits to find officials is really the most effective way..."

Song Jiang gradually got used to it. According to the contact during this period, he found the master book, Shi Wenbin, and respectfully offered money: "Please tell the master book a bright way!"

Shi Wenbin didn't pay much attention to money, but looked at this black-faced gentleman, showing some appreciation, and warned: "Song Yasi, although you have been on duty for a short time, you are a capable official. This official is very optimistic about you." , this Liangshan is a place of right and wrong after all, don't have too much contact with it!"

Song Jiang felt the kindness of the boss, and sincerely said: "Thank you for your concern, Master Shi. Song Jiang is also entrusted by others, and the matter of loyalty is not directly related to Liangshan..."

Shi Wenbin nodded when he heard the words, took out a token from his waist, and handed it over: "In this case, you take this token to the martial arts hall in West Lane, and you will naturally be received by people from Liangshan after entering. Return the token after you are done."

"Thank you Master Shi..."

Song Jiang took over in a daze, and Liang Shan set up an office in the county openly, and all the tokens were handed out to the head of the county government, which he never expected.

But no matter what Sun Yuan asked for was finally done, Song Jiang was still happy, until he walked out of the yamen and touched the shriveled money bag, his smile froze instantly, showing a dazed look: "It's only a few days, I've run out of money...the salary is not paid, the reward is hard to come by...can I just go home and ask my father for money?"