Be a small county magistrate in ancient times

Chapter 296 Return to Beishan County

Speaking of this, Ding Aixue also understood Meng Changqing. Although he was reckless, he finally got things done.

This is what is called a random punch to kill the master.

However, Ding Aixue still patiently advised: "You are willing to serve the people, which is a rare thing. The more officials like you there are, the better life will be for the people.

However, before doing anything, you must think calmly. When we take off our official uniforms, we are also civilians.

You must protect yourself no matter what, especially you. Given your current situation, if something really happens to you, what will happen to your family?"

Meng Changqing listened and nodded, "Master is right."

“Although you didn’t tell us about the plight of the people in Hongfu Village, your officials are willing to help them at all costs. I guess their lives have reached a point where they can no longer make ends meet.

You young people are enthusiastic and sincere, and I admire you very much, but you must not do things beyond your ability."

Meng Changqing understood what he meant, "I didn't expect it to become such a big fuss."

"I know." Ding Aixue thought for her, "You rashly left Liangzhou, which is a serious crime, but considering Lord Wei's attitude towards you, he can only scold you a few times.

But be careful of Lord Mao. Your two counties are close to each other, and he will definitely know that you left Beishan County. In addition, given your previous conflicts, he will most likely complain to Lord Wei."

Meng Changqing said: "My relationship with Lord Mao has eased recently. He only makes a few sarcastic remarks to me at most."

Ding Aixue quickly guessed, "What benefits did you give him?"

"It's a normal business transaction." Meng Changqing said: "Beishan County plans to build a new street, which requires a lot of bricks and tiles and craftsmen. From all aspects, it is most cost-effective to cooperate with Yangmen County."

"Beishan County is a new county, so it won't hurt to have good relations with the three surrounding counties." Ding Aixue also expressed his views on the other adults, "Mr. Hua from Hongjia County is loyal and enthusiastic. As long as the request you make is reasonable, Mr. Hua will definitely help.

Lord Cao of Weishan County, although he is harsh in words and has a strange temper, he has good intentions. As long as it is good for the country and the people, he will never object.

It is Mr. Mao from Yangmen County...

When you interact with him, you must be on guard. He may seem easy to talk to and simple-minded, but he is actually profit-oriented. No matter how well you have gotten along with him in the past, once his interests are touched, he will turn hostile. "

Before Meng Changqing became Ding Aixue's disciple, he would never have heard these words from him.

"Thank you for your advice, Master." Meng Changqing was touched and said, "With you in Liangzhou, Changqing has a better idea in mind."

Ding Aixue picked up a piece of meat for her and said, "Eat more. You look too thin. You are not as strong as you were when you first came to Liangzhou."

After lunch, the master's wife knew that Meng Changqing had not slept in bed for two nights, so she asked her to go to the guest room for a nap.

Meng Changqing thanked his master's wife for her kindness, but still refused, saying that he was worried about Beishan County and wanted to go back as soon as possible.

Ding Aixue could understand that Beishan County was not fully staffed with officials, and Changqing was not around, so he didn't know who to ask to deal with some matters.

"Let's go. I'll take you to the gate." Ding Aixue took him directly to the city gate.

He led Meng Changqing to the front, thinking about his apprentice's current situation, and couldn't help but comfort him: "Liangzhou is located in the border area, and the winter is bitterly cold, so few people in the court are willing to come here.

After so many years of studying hard, one finally made it onto the list. Everyone wants to live a good life. Even if one cannot stay in the capital, one wants to go to a prosperous place.

It is human nature and understandable. But for us, the staff under us are not fully equipped, not only do we work hard, but many things cannot be handled in time.

Don't wait for the higher-ups to send you someone." Ding Aixue taught her, "If you need anything, just ask your superiors. I believe that Lord Wei is willing to write a petition for Beishan County. If the Ministry of Personnel cannot send someone, you can only find an acting official."

Meng Changqing had never thought about this problem. She didn't have much official business in Beishan County, and she and Qi Renli could handle it.

But when she thought about it carefully, there were more and more people in the county, and more and more things to do. There was no reason for her to pull Qi Renli to work like two old donkeys. She had to start making plans for the future from now on.

"Master reminded me at the right time. After Chang Qing is forgiven by the prefect, let him help ask the Ministry of Personnel."

Ding Aixue looked at the man in front of him with satisfaction, "Don't worry about the oxen. As soon as I have extra ones, I'll send someone to deliver them to you immediately."

"Changqing thanks Master." Meng Changqing was about to kneel down to pay his respects, but Ding Aixue held him back and said, "Go back quickly. I will come to Beishan County to see you after the spring plowing."

Leaving Luojiang County, we followed the official road through Yangmen County and returned to Beishan.

When I entered the east gate of the government office, it was already completely dark and the lights in the government office were lit one by one.

When Wen and Liang Jiujiu heard the sound of horses, they stood at the gate of the back yamen. Seeing Meng Changqing coming back safe and sound, Wen nodded at her and said, "I'm glad you came back safely."

Meng Changqing was in a hurry to leave this time and didn't even have time to tell Mrs. Wen. He only hurriedly told Lai Cai.

Knowing that she was going to Dazhou to seek justice for the people of Dazhou, Wen felt that this matter was impossible to handle. She was afraid that something might happen to Meng Changqing. She and Liang Jiujiu were anxious on the surface, while the other did not dare to show it.

As soon as she entered the room, Meng Changqing saw Xi Bei holding a knife, leaving her with a furious back view.

Meng Changqing didn't have time to catch up with them. She had to listen to what the two mothers said.

Mrs. Wen also noticed Xi Bei’s anger, “Master Xi is worried about you. If it weren’t for us, he would have chased you to Dazhou that day.

He treats you like his own child, and you deliberately concealed your whereabouts from him, how could he not be angry? "

"I was wrong in this matter." Meng Changqing did not make excuses for herself. She did not consider Xi Bei's feelings when she did this.

She dared to do this because of her long-term relationship with Xi Bei.

Because we are as close as family, we are sure that even if we do one or two things wrong, the other party will not turn against us.

After standing at the door and talking to the two mothers for a while, Mrs. Wen saw that she did not enter the yard and knew that she must go to the front yamen again.

"I'll ask Xiao Dai to bring you dinner. Remember to rest early after eating."

"Don't worry, mother. I know what's going on."

Mrs. Wen smiled and nodded, watching her go to the front yamen. "I was watching from the side and felt that this child was tired. I wish she could be more selfish."

As soon as Meng Changqing interrupted the two mothers, she forgot that Xi Bei was still angry with her, and all she could think about was the pile of official business.

She didn't expect that Xi Bei would be waiting for her in the study.

"Master." Meng Changqing was apologizing and saying some nice words.

Xi Bei raised her hand and said, "Don't use those nice words against me. I'm not here to blame you."