Cure the cold-faced general by solving crimes

Chapter 2 He is not an easy person to get along with

Ping'an County Yaqian Hall.

Jiang Xihe and Qi County Magistrate were sitting with a square table between them. Pei Zhizhao was sitting on the chair of the Grand Master, and the three of them did not speak.

The room was quiet.

After the party just ended, Jiang Xihe wanted to escape, but Master Qi forced him to see Pei Zhizhao.

She is a lawyer, and she usually helps County Magistrate Qi in the county government to make a living as a master.

After her father passed away, County Magistrate Qi took great care of her. In court, the two of them were at odds with each other, but in court, they got along like grandparents and grandchildren.

Jiang Xihe lowered his head and listened to Qi County Magistrate clearing his throat and saying politely, "Master Pei has worked hard all the way. You only sent a letter saying that you will arrive in the next few days. I can't tell the time. If I had known it would be today, I would definitely go to Guanyi to pick him up." You." The old man wiped the sweat from his forehead with his sleeves, with a smile on his face.

Pei Zizhao lowered his head to straighten the hem of his black robe, his eyebrows furrowed slightly, and the sharp look in his eyes made the old man shiver.

"Haha, I have long heard that General Pei is a young hero. When I saw him today, he turned out to be handsome and proud as a jade tree stands in the wind." Magistrate Qi said all the good things and only hoped that Pei Zhizhao would have a smile on his face.

Pei Zhizhao turned a deaf ear and sat upright at the table. After a long time, he asked coldly, "How long has Mr. Qi served in Ping'an County?"

"More than three years, less than four years." The old man said with a smile, "Ping'an County is far away from the capital and is not a wealthy place. It is a blessing for the people that Mr. Pei can recommend himself to be a parent official here."

Jiang Xihe raised his eyes and glanced at Pei Zhizhao secretly. It turned out that he recommended himself to be the magistrate of Ping'an County. What's so good about Ping'an County?

She grew up in Ping'an County, which is located in the lower reaches of rivers and suffers from waterlogging in summer and cold winters. Although there is no famine, there are always unsatisfactory years depending on the weather. Compared with the capital, it is not wealthy.

Jiang Xihe knew that a general like Pei Zhizhao had military merit and enjoyed endless glory and wealth in the capital. Why should he come to a remote and remote place like Ping'an County to serve as an official?
  Jiang Xihe's heart was spinning a thousand times, and his ears stood up like an angel.

Magistrate Qi continued, "Although I have not had any dazzling achievements in the past few years in Ping'an County, I am better than Ping An. Haha, leaving Ping'an County this time can be considered a success."

"What do you think about the case in court today?" Pei Zhizhao said in a stiff tone.

The old man looked embarrassed and explained, "The case suddenly broke out. The woman named Meng Fang died at home yesterday. The autopsy results have not yet come out. Meng Liang reported Fang Lianqing to the Yamen, and I arrested him. The case has not yet come out. Judge, Mr. Pei is here."

Pei Zhizhao said calmly, the old man panicked and quickly changed the subject, "Master Pei, this is Jiang Xihe, our lawyer from Ping'an County. She also helps out in the yamen. Even though she is cute and powerful, she knows this case well. Sir, you have If you have any questions, just ask her."

Jiang Xihe's heart tightened and she straightened up. When did she understand the case?

Mr. Qi winked at Jiang Xihe and said, "Lawyer Jiang, Mr. Pei is here. You have to cooperate more. Haha, Ping'an County will be handed over to you from now on."

Jiang Xihe had a big head, so why was Ping'an County left to her?
  Bracing his nerves and rushing up, Jiang Xihe had a slight smile on his lips, "Master Qi's words are serious, I am just a pleading writer, I feel ashamed."

Pei Zhizhao glanced at Jiang Xihe lightly, and footsteps sounded outside the hall. The middle-aged man in his forties who had just followed Pei Zhizhao walked in lightly. Mr. Qi quickly stood up and asked with a smile, "Who is this... ··”

The middle-aged man was very polite and said, "I'm from Han Fang, General Pei's long-term entourage."

Jiang Xihe also stood up. She found that there was a long scar from the bridge of Han Fang's nose to his eyelashes, which was glowing dark red. Han Fang's face was gentle, but the scar made him look sharp and serious.

Han Fang walked to Pei Zhizhao, leaned over and whispered, "General, the gentry of Ping'an County heard that the general has arrived, and has gathered some people at the Yamen Gate. This is the name card handed over."

Pei Zhizhao took it without opening it. He threw the name card casually on the table and said, "Send it away."

Jiang Xihe and Magistrate Qi looked at each other.

Although Ping'an County is not big, its tax revenue is supported by these gentry and merchants. Now that they have come to show their kindness, this Master Pei is invisible. At best, he is aloof, and at worst, he is difficult to get along with. Jiang Xihe had a grimace on his face and stared at Pei Zhizhao. This man was only twenty-four or five years old, and he was strict in doing things. He had always had a cold face from the moment they met until now. From now on, he will probably have to put more effort into handling the case.

It stands to reason that once the county magistrate and the master are gone, she, the master, will not be able to survive.

But Jiang Xihe was unwilling to give in. She wanted to continue to find some work in the county government and make some money along the way.

Now look at Pei Zhizhao's attitude.

Jiang Xihe was in a bad mood.

After walking out of the inner office, Mr. Qi loosened his belt and wiped his forehead. Jiang Xihe also let out a long sigh of relief.

The sun at noon in spring was warm and long, but the two of them seemed to have just walked through the harsh winter. They had to immerse themselves in the sunlight to wash away the chill.

When his body felt warm, Jiang Xihe said softly, "I can't bear to let you go."

Old Man Qi smiled and stared, "Now you can't bear to leave me? Why didn't you say you couldn't bear to leave me in court just now?"

Jiang Xihe smiled and said, "These are two different things. I am a lawyer and I have ethics. I am not allowed to argue with adults in court? Besides, I don't know much about Meng Fang's case. If you push me out, we will be even."

The old man laughed angrily, "You won't suffer at all with your mouth. That's all. Now that Mr. Pei is here, I've taken note of it. From now on, Ping An County's affairs have nothing to do with me."

The two people walked out, and Jiang Xihe couldn't help complaining, "I don't know anything about Meng Fang's case. You say I know, how do you want me to deal with it? What if Mr. Pei comes to find me?"

The old man smiled and said, "Is there anything you can't handle?" Then he lowered his voice and said, "According to my observation, Mr. Pei is very thoughtful and must know something about it."

Pei Zhizhao's cold face appeared in front of Jiang Xihe. He was indeed deep and calm, as if he had everything under control.

"But after I leave, what will happen to the two persimmon trees in the yard? Will you take care of them?" Old Man Qi was worried.

"Do you think Mr. Pei can still use me, a half-assed master?" Jiang Xihe said in a disappointed tone, "I guess if there is no case, I will never have a chance to come to the Yamen again."

Jiang Xihe frowned lightly, and County Magistrate Qi's heart suddenly softened.

"When your father planted the persimmon tree in the yard, I promised to take care of you all the time," the old man suddenly became sentimental, "Now that I have left you, I can't help you, old Jiang!"

Jiang Xihe also had red eyes, "Forget it, let's not mention this. A few days ago, I ordered your favorite daughter's red wine at Xiangtai Building. I can get it tomorrow. You have taken good care of me in the past six months. I will remember it. In my heart.”

Speaking of wine, the old man licked his lips and said, "Thank you for taking the trouble. After your father passed away, it was not easy for you and your brother, and now it costs you money."

"Little things." The two of them chatted and laughed. Jiang Xihe forgot about his worries and his expression returned to the same as before.

Lao Qitou was very happy, "Speaking of which, your brother has been gone for more than half a year. How about it? Is he okay at Yuelu Academy?"

"Okay," Jiang Xihe said with a longing look on his face, "Last time I wrote from my brother, he was preparing to go to Beijing to take the spring exam and will leave in the next few days."

Lao Qitou nodded happily, "Yes, when your brother is named on the gold medal list, you will be rewarded with all your hardships, by the way." The old man suddenly stopped, "How did I hear that the Li family wants to break off the engagement with you?"

A few sparrows flew over the eaves of the government office and landed on the persimmon tree in the courtyard. Jiang Xihe felt a ball of cotton stuck in his heart, "Yes!"

(End of this chapter)