I'm not a god of wine

Chapter 66 Wanmin Umbrella

Time flies, it is two days later.

At the gate of the city, it was drizzling.

Li Tingyuan was waiting here early, and there was a carriage beside him, dozens of city guards guarding the side, and the passing people gathered around to watch, discussing one by one.

No one knows who the city guard is waiting for.

"coming."

In the crowd, someone suddenly shouted.

Everyone looked at it.

I saw a convoy of more than ten people approaching the city gate slowly.

The two leaders are riding on horseback, one is a young prince, and the other is a middle-aged man.

On the carriage behind the two, sat a beautiful maid with white hair, which caused some men in the crowd to stare sideways at her.

"Aren't these the master Xu and the second young master Xu from the Xu family? They are the people the city guard is waiting for?"

"Second Master Xu is so handsome!"

"That white-haired girl is also very beautiful, but her temperament is too cold."

When the people saw Xu Le, they burst into cheers and greeted Xu Le one after another.

Xu Le's name has exploded in Jialing City in the past two days, and his deeds have spread farther and farther.

Especially after the interpretation of some storytellers, even a seven or eight-year-old child can tell the story of "Mr.

Xu Le was a little ashamed. Looking at the warm and sincere eyes below, he was also a little moved.

So, he sat on the horse and bowed his hands to the people, and the cheers suddenly became louder.

Seeing this scene, Xu Mucai on the side couldn't help stroking his short three-inch beard, smiling with pride in his heart.

The reason why Xu Le's deeds can spread so quickly is because of his father's secret support behind it.

In fact, ever since the news about Xu Le reached his ears, Xu Mucai immediately spent tens of thousands of taels of silver to find more than a dozen storytellers and bookstore merchants, and used the methods of storytelling, picture albums, and story books to write Xu Le's deeds spread.

Facts have proved that the tens of thousands of taels of silver are too worthwhile.

In the past few days, the sales volume of Yutangchun in the Xu family has been breaking records, selling more wine in one day than usual in January.

In just three days, it brought more than [-] taels of profit to the Xu family.

Aside from the huge profits, what is more important is the hearts of the people.

The importance of the Xu family in the hearts of the Jialing people overwhelmed the Wang and Xie families in one fell swoop, and became the face of the entire Jialing city. People would give a thumbs up sincerely and respectfully when they passed by the gate of the Xu residence.

From their point of view, Xu Le's fearless actions protected the entire Jialing City, and a family that could cultivate such a hero would not be far behind.

On the contrary, as a comparison, the Wang family, which is also a wealthy family in Jialing, also has a son serving in the city guard army, and he is also a corps leader.

It's just that this person is jealous of the virtuous and capable, and deliberately suppresses Xu Le in the army, and specially sends Xu Le to dangerous places.

It is said that this Wang family child was the first to die at the hands of the Yinxian Sect thieves, so unlucky that the Wang family almost became a joke of the whole Jialing.

Many people said that the Wang family's Wuchang died well, and even the reputation of the Wang family quickly deteriorated.

This point made everyone in the Wang family almost vomit blood in anger. It is said that the head of the family, Wang Jin, flipped the table on the spot.

Even if the Wang family hastily opened a porridge shed outside the city and donated porridge, it would be difficult to change the impression in the hearts of the people in a short period of time.

Why didn't there be a Xu Le in their clan, but a villain who was jealous of the virtuous and capable?

"I have seen the city guard."

Amid the cheers, Xu Le and his son got off their horses and came to Li Tingyuan to bow their hands and salute.

"You don't need to be too polite, please start."

Li Tingyuan helped Xu Mucai up, and said with a smile: "Brother Mucai, did you hear the cheers? You have given birth to a good son. Xu Le is indeed my son of Jialing, and the pride of the people of Jialing."

"Your Excellency City Guard is flattering you." Xu Mucai waved his hand, and said modestly, "Le'er just did what he could, for the safety of Jialing's people, what's the point of dying?"

As soon as the words fell, the surrounding people applauded.

The Xu family once again gained a sense of presence in front of the people of Jialing.

If it goes as expected, this scene will soon spread throughout Jialing and become a topic of conversation among everyone, and the Xu family's reputation will definitely increase.

What does it matter if you die?Hehe, Dad, what you said is really easy...

Xu Le complained in his heart, and he had to maintain a calm smile on his face, which was very hard.

Li Tingyuan and Xu Mucai, two old foxes, looked at each other and smiled, everything was in order.

"Nephew, Lord Zhenfu Envoy said that he wanted me to accompany you to Yangzhou to register for the Martial Arts Examination, but now, I can't accompany you." Li Tingyuan turned to look at Xu Le, shook his head, and said apologetically.

"Master City Guard, what happened?" Xu Le asked in surprise.

After all, it was the order of the Governor, and Li Tingyuan would never, and would not dare to disobey, unless it was necessary.

Li Tingyuan nodded, and said with a calm expression: "Jialing was saved under the siege of the bandit army. Therefore, a few days ago, the higher-ups issued an order to promote me as the general judge of Xuzhou. Today I will go to Xuzhou to take up the post."

"Congratulations to the city guard... Oh, no, congratulations to the judge!" Xu Muchai and Xu Le looked at each other and congratulated in unison.

The post of general judge, with a rank of six grades, is responsible for supervising officials of all sizes in the government, and is in charge of the finance and civil affairs of the government, and his status is only below that of the governor.

Xuzhou is an important town in the south of the Yangtze River. As a general judge of such a big city, it can be said that the future has a bright future and is limitless.

It's just that the roads of Xuzhou and Yangzhou run counter to each other, and because of time constraints, Li Tingyuan really couldn't accompany Xu Le to Yangzhou in person.

Even if Kou Huai, the appeasement envoy, knew about this point, he wouldn't blame him.

"Being an official will benefit one side. The position of general judge is a heavy responsibility, which is related to the livelihood and well-being of millions of people in a government. The pressure is so great." Li Tingyuan shook his head, his face was dignified, and he was not half happy.

These words are completely out of his sincerity.

Xu Le couldn't help but look at him with admiration.

It is undeniable that Li Tingyuan is a good official.

These days, in order to rebuild Jialing City and restore its former prosperity, he could hardly sleep at night. Even if he had to eat and drink, he had to deal with official duties. At the same time, he didn't forget to visit the city wall to check the progress of the city wall's restoration.

In just a few days, he was much more haggard than three days ago.

"It is the blessing of the people of Xuzhou that adults care about the people and love the people like their own children."

Xu Mucai said: "Today, I'm here to represent the people of Jialing and present you with a Wanmin Umbrella. It's a kindness from the people of Jialing. Please accept it and bring it up."

While talking, Xu Mucai waved his hand, and two servants came forward carrying a huge Wanmin umbrella.

"Dear elders, fellow countrymen, the Lord City Guard has devoted so much time and effort to my Jialing these years, and he has worked hard day and night. The prosperity and prosperity of Jialing today is due to the hard work of the Lord City Guard. Today, the Lord is resigning from office and promoted. Everyone said that this Umbrella of the People, Should I send it!"

"Yes!" The onlookers responded in unison.

"Master City Guard's merits, is it worth giving us this Wanmin Umbrella!"

"worth!"

Li Tingyuan's face was flushed with excitement, his lips trembled, and he couldn't say a word.

This scene was not what he expected.

He originally planned to say goodbye in a low-key manner, but he didn't expect that Xu Mucai got the news from somewhere that even the Wanmin Umbrella was prepared in advance, and he gave it to himself in front of the common people.

You know, it is such a great honor for an official to be given the Wanmin Umbrella by the people.

Li Tingyuan clenched his fists, unable to control his excitement.

"Master City Guard, please accept the Wanmin Umbrella!" Xu Mucai faced Li Tingyuan, cupped his hands, and bowed to the ground.

"Please, Lord City Guard, accept the Wanmin Umbrella!"

The surrounding people also opened their mouths in unison, and the sound shook all directions.

Li Ting looked at the Wanmin Umbrella from a distance, then looked at the people around him, his eyes were reddish, then he saluted all around and bowed to the ground.

"Thank you, folks, folks, Ting Yuan will remember your thoughts."

Li Tingyuan said emotionally: "I swear here that I will be an upright official in this life, be honest and love the people, be self-denying and devoted to public service, and live up to the expectations of the folks and elders. If I violate the oath, I will be ruined and ruined forever."

(End of this chapter)