On the Difficulties of Escape in Ancient Times

Chapter 93 Adding Obstacles

Jiang Yu actually invited the Xiao family to stay at his home.

However, the Xiao family felt that the two families had not discussed marriage yet, and they were unwilling to take advantage of this. They were afraid that the Jiang family would look down on their eldest daughter, and were afraid that they would be regarded as a loser who wanted to fight against the autumn wind.

Although the Xiao family does need Jiang Yu's help now.

But the Xiao family didn't think it was troubling him, but don't forget, the Xiao family saved Jiang Yu twice, and Boss Xiao wouldn't be polite when this life-saving grace was shown here.

Therefore, Boss Xiao asked the carriage to take them to the Yamen, preparing to settle down first.

Jiang Yu personally accompanied them to the Yamen and asked to see County Magistrate Chen.

In Wuning County, of course, there are not only Huichun Tang opened by the Jiang family, but also Tong Ren Tang opened by the Zhou family and Qing Ren Tang opened by the Liu family.

However, this spring, County Magistrate Chen's wife contracted an unspeakable illness, and the doctor of the Jiang family was optimistic about it, so it was considered a bit of a favor.

Soon, the government officials let them in.

After Jiang Yu clasped his fists and saluted, he asked him to help settle the Xiao family: "Jiang Yu, a common man, pays homage to your lord. The common people encountered water bandits on the waterway. It was only thanks to the rescue of the Xiao family that they were safe. Please help me to settle them down." .”

He also talked about why the surname Xiao was written on the road guide for the Xiao family: "The official who handled the road guide at the beginning may have been a messenger, and Mr. Xiao didn't pay attention to it. Later he realized that he had written the wrong surname and asked for help. "

Then he also promises benefits: "My lord is working hard at the Yamen, so I will accompany my father to the house at night to ask for peace of mind for your lord and your ladyship."

When County Magistrate Chen heard this, he knew in his heart that it couldn't be a simple Ping'an pulse. Even if he didn't have money, he would still need ginseng and other tonics.

He said kindly: "Since my nephew is their guarantor, I will make an exception."

County Magistrate Chen was only transferred to Wuning County last year. He was a newbie and didn't dare to be too greedy.

Although Jiang Yu's family only ran a medicine shop, few people were willing to offend the doctor, so County Magistrate Chen was willing to give him face and affectionately called him his nephew.

Xiao Lao Er, Xiao Lao Er, and Da Lang came in with Jiang Yu.

Maybe it's because ordinary people are particularly in awe of the yamen. After they come in, they kneel on the ground and don't dare to raise their heads.

Only now did Boss Xiao feel relieved when he heard the official above calling him nephew Jiang Yuxian.

Since he called his nephew, Jiang Yu climbed up the pole and said, "Thank you so much, sir. I wonder if our county can settle here?"

Yes, it is possible, but County Magistrate Chen is not willing to accept it casually.

Just agreeing to it, doesn't it seem like it's easy to do it?

Then I would be embarrassed to accept the heavy gift from the Jiang family.

Therefore, he calmly spoke in an official tone: "According to the law of the imperial court, the people who fled can only settle in remote villages. They can only move their residence after clearing wasteland for three years."

"It's really difficult to settle in the county. I have to check carefully and let people see if there are any wealthy villages where they can settle."

As for where to settle, it depends on whether the Jiang family or the Xiao family can come up with a gift that satisfies them.

Magistrate Chen finally said: "Will you come back tomorrow to hear the news?"

"Yes, thank you, sir." Jiang Yu also understood what he meant, and after saluting, he took Boss Xiao and the others out of the Yamen.

For the sake of convenience, I found an inn close to the Yamen, rushed to pay two taels of silver to build a small courtyard, and let the Xiao family stay for two days first.

In fact, when Boss Xiao and Jiang Yu are together, whenever they need to pay money, they are not fast enough.

Anyway, he grasped this speed very well. He took out his wallet to show that he didn't want to take advantage.

'I just hate' that Jiang Yu pays the money too fast, and if he is one step behind, he won't be able to pay the money. "Look, why are you so polite?" Mr. Xiao laughed and urged him to go home: "It's been almost a month since I went home. You should go back quickly, so as not to worry your family."

Jiang Yu indeed had a lot to do, so he reluctantly glanced at Xiao Xiu, who was supporting Liu, before saying goodbye and leaving.

It's strange to say that since Xiu'er saved him, even though he said he would invite a matchmaker to his door, Xiu'er still treated him lightly.

It was better for him to find an opportunity to say hello and say a few words to her when he saw her. He also took the opportunity to ask her to help mend his clothes, and "accidentally" mentioned the size of his robe.

When I saw some delicious fruits and snacks, I bought them and gave them away, taking the opportunity to say a few words.

Fortunately, the Xiao family was not a pedantic family, and they did not restrict Xiu'er from talking to them.

Anyway, he is now used to seeing Xiu'er every day.

It's a pity that I have a lot of things going on right now, so I'm afraid I have to be separated for a while.

After Jiang Yu left, the Xiao family closed the door of the small courtyard.

Xiao Laoer approached his eldest brother with a worried look on his face: "Brother, where do you think we can settle down?"

When Boss Xiao was in the yamen before, he had a low eyebrow and was very polite.

At this moment, he sneered: "Bah, the world is as dark as crows. If you haven't heard the thief's explanation, don't you just want us to give him money?"

Xiao Laoer sighed: "But even if we give this little money away, I guess the adults won't look down on it?"

Boss Xiao was too lazy to pay attention to his younger brother who was like a stick. Instead, he asked Xiao Dalang: "Do you hear what it means?"

He felt that his brother was honest and not very capable, but he was still obedient and didn't have to worry about him stabbing him in the back.

So no matter how difficult it was along the way, he would not leave him alone unless absolutely necessary.

But now that he is here, he doesn't want to take care of his brother all the time. He can only see if his nephew has any brains.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have taken Dalang with him without the chance, just to give him more experience.

Xiao Dalang straightened his thin back: "Uncle, Mr. Jiang said earlier that he was going to ask for Ping'an's pulse at night, so he was probably going to give gifts, right?"

"Where we can settle down depends on whether the gift Mr. Jiang sent us can satisfy the county magistrate, right?"

"Not bad." Boss Xiao sighed: "In fact, even if he doesn't give gifts, County Magistrate Chen will give the Jiang family some face and won't assign us to remote areas."

However, Jiang Yu wanted to fight for a better place for his family to settle down, so he couldn't bear to refuse.

Anyway, he doesn't have enough money to buy a house himself, so he won't give gifts.

Mrs. Wu was so happy when she heard this that she slapped her thighs: "Brother and sister-in-law are lucky enough to meet such a generous son-in-law, and we will also enjoy the blessing."

She is greedy for money and loves to take advantage. She understands that her family is able to settle in the county town because of her future niece-in-law.

She stepped forward and took Xiao Xiu's hand, smiling from ear to ear: "Auntie, I know you are a lucky person. Fortunately, the original marriage did not happen, otherwise how would you have the good life now?"

"Those named He and Wu are not as generous as Jiang Yu. They can't even compare with Jiang Yu!"

Xiao Xiao couldn't help it anymore: "Auntie, what are you talking about? I think you are deliberately causing trouble for eldest sister, right?"

(End of this chapter)