Be a small county magistrate in ancient times

Chapter 216 The Collapse of Qi Renli
For other counties in Liangzhou, this letter was received inexplicably, and the content in the letter was even more unheard of.

However, the prefect had the power to inspect each county. No matter what they thought, they could not stop Wei Fangyun from going there.

Meng Changqing sat on the carriage and, relying on Wei Fangyun's power, took a general look around Liangzhou.

This trip took a long time, and by the time she finally saw Yangmen County, it was already the evening of the second day.

Mao Chunfang sent Wei Fangyun and Meng Changqing to the official road. The three parked their carriages and horses by the roadside and talked against an old tree at the fork.

"I'm really sorry for disturbing you." Meng Changqing apologized and thanked Mao Chunfang, and then said to Wei Fangyun, "It's Changqing's fault for delaying your work for two days."

"As I said before, I am not busy at this time. Although I am accompanying you, I have gained something and the trip is worthwhile." Wei Fangyun looked at the setting sun in the west, "It's getting late, I have to go back It’s the Yamen.”

The two of them said in unison, "Best farewell to Mr. Futai."

Wei Fangyun mounted his horse and said to Meng Changqing, "You should also go back earlier."

After hearing Meng Changqing's loud consent, he led his men and rode away.

Mao Chunfang laughed happily a few times, "Although it is difficult, it has passed. There is always a solution to everything, don't you think so, Mr. Xiao Meng?"

Meng Changqing didn't know how he could laugh, and was also afraid that one day, she would become another him.

Walking on the official road, Mao Chunfang said: "Unfortunately, Master Meng happened to be in the capital when our suppression of bandits was at its most intense."

"I don't dare to think about being rewarded. I just want to work for the court and the people, but I just want to have peace of mind."

Mao Chunfang could only nod, "That makes sense. It's not that you, Mr. Meng, have a great reputation, but that Mr. Futai has a high level."

"Exactly." Meng Changqing changed the subject, "By the way, Mr. Mao, congratulations again on your great success in wiping out the gangsters."

There was still some distance from the checkpoint under the city wall, so Mao Chunfang sent his subordinates to rush forward and loudly said: "The people who have passed the checkpoint are Mr. Meng of Beishan County and his entourage. Open the door and let them pass."

Everyone walked north along the official road. The setting sun was at its most dazzling, and it cast Mao Chunfang's shadow, which happened to block Meng Changqing's face.

"Probably." Meng Changqing responded. "This difficulty has passed, Master Mao is just waiting for the reward."

Even so, Meng Changqing still lifted the car curtain and got out of the car when he passed the checkpoint.

"It's my honor and the country's honor that Mr. Futai cares about the younger generations." Meng Changqing has never been afraid of others being mean to her. After all, she is an expert in this aspect.

Once the people from Liangzhou Prefecture left, only Mao Chunfang and Meng Changqing were left.

Mao Chunfang smiled at Meng Changqing, "Mr. Meng is so proud."

Mao Chunfang's smile became sincere, "Thank you very much. Anyway, if you have nothing to do, why don't I take you all to the city wall."

"Master Mao is exactly what he said."

With just this shout, the city gate opened, but the officers and soldiers guarding the gate didn't actually come forward to check.

Meng Changqing continued: "This matter must be very difficult to handle. If I were in Beishan County, I might be able to do something for Mr. Mao. I am really in a hurry. Based on your friendship with me, I should have thought of this matter." , prepare some manpower for your lord."

She came down to say goodbye to Mao Chunfang and to show off to the officers and soldiers under the city wall. There was no one else in the car.

"Farewell, Master Mao." Meng Changqing was about to get in the car when she saw the guard not far away saying to her, "What a coincidence, Master Meng. Not long ago, a group of people passed by and said that it was something you left in the capital. Give it to me." You delivered it.”

"Thank you." Meng Changqing lowered the curtain and asked Bafang to speed up to catch up with the person in front. She knew that she had taken the grain from the Imperial Mansion, and counting the time, it would arrive at about this time.

The horses were racing in all directions, and Meng Changqing had to hold on with both hands in the car.

After chasing past the old site of the city wall, we finally saw the group of people.

At this time, the sky was getting dark, and the cars from all directions were driving faster and faster, shouting at the people in front of them: "But the Meng Mansion in the capital sent grain seeds?"

Seeing that the convoy in front stopped, Bafang drove the carriage to the front of the convoy. He took a quick look and saw that there were nine carriages pulling goods in the convoy. There were people guarding each vehicle in front, rear, left and right. There was also a carriage with people in the convoy. carriage.

It's just that when Bafang looked from behind to the front, he didn't see any familiar figure in the crowd.

He asked again, "Are you sending things from the Meng Mansion in the capital?"

The men with knives in front stared at him warily, "Who are you?"

Bafang put aside his enthusiasm and called home, "I am Bafang, the steward of the Meng Mansion in the capital."

"It turns out it's the steward of the Meng Mansion." The man was obviously relieved. "Xie Feng, Xingwei Escort Bureau, was entrusted by the steward to transport grain." After saying that, he shouted to the middle of the motorcade: "Sir, we met the Meng Mansion. Take care of things."

"Sir?" Bafang was puzzled. He looked at a messy man coming out of the carriage. He was far away and couldn't see his appearance or even his age. He asked the person who just spoke, "What sir?"

Before the other party could reply, Bafang felt the carriage shake, and his young master suddenly opened the door and jumped out.

"Is the person coming here the magistrate of Beishan County?" Meng Changqing asked.

"Exactly." The leading bodyguard had just time to utter two words when he saw a mess of people suddenly running towards Meng Changqing, shouting as they ran: "Master Meng! Brother Changqing!"

Running closer, Qi Renli grabbed Meng Changqing's arm and said, "Brother Changqing, I finally see you!"

If it weren't for the other party's voice, Meng Changqing would never have recognized him. The man in front of him was unkempt, with torn clothes and an excited expression. He was not even remotely the same as before.

"Brother Qi!" Meng Changqing supported the other party, "How did you become like this?"

Qi Renli looked like he was about to cry, "It's really hard to describe in words, it's hard to say in words!"

"Then we'll talk about it back home." Meng Changqing helped the man onto his carriage and led the food delivery team back to the county government office.

A group of people entered through the side door. Zuo Datou led the government servants to unload the goods and feed the horses, while Bafang led the bodyguards to have a meal and rest.

Meng Changqing personally arranged for Qi Renli to enter the guest room and asked Laicai to deliver meals and toiletries.

"We'll talk about everything after you've rested. Anyway, you're already here. Don't worry, just have a good rest."

Qi Liren nodded, "Thank you, Master Meng."

Meng Changqing finished counting the grains and sent them to the warehouse. He was about to go to Bafang to ask about the situation, but was stopped by Mancang. No matter what Meng Changqing said, the child accepted death and had to take her to eat and get medicine.

There was no other way, Meng Changqing could only follow her back to the back office.

After she had eaten, she thought that Bafang, who had arranged the escorts, would probably come to her, but she didn't expect that Qi Renli came first before Bafang came.

He washed up and put on his official uniform. In less than a month, this man is already two or three years older than before. It is not difficult to think of his hard work along the way, but Meng Changqing also feels strange. How can he do this with both servants and bodyguards accompanying him? To the point like before?
Qi Liren stood at the door of the room and said in a respectful tone: "Qi Renli, the Prime Minister of Beishan County, is here to pay homage to Lord Meng."