The Golden County Magistrate

Although Chen Yan's original intention may be just to make himself live more comfortably, once these things become popular, the quality of life of the people will be greatly improved.

But unfortunately, there is only one bed on the ship.

She had to bear it and get used to the couch in the study again!

A few days later, the fleet finally entered the territory of Jizhou and arrived at the southern area of ​​Tianxuan Mountain.

Chen Yan stood at the bow, looking at the continuous peaks in front of him, and couldn't help but be amazed.

Unlike the peaks in Qingshan County, the peaks of Tianxuan Mountain are all towering into the clouds.

This mountain range completely separates Yongzhou and Jizhou from east to west. The Fairy River flows from the Yongzhou side of the mountain range from north to south until it turns east and flows to the sea here outside the southern border of Jizhou.

"Sir, we can no longer take the boat from here."

"Not far ahead is Jiyuan City, a small city in the southern border of Jizhou."

"According to the plan, our ship will dock there, then unload the cargo and go by land."

"Our boss has asked people to prepare everything here. We will rest for a day in Jiyuan City, and then continue to go north by land. It will take about three days to reach Fancheng in the north of Jizhou."

"From there, we will enter the mountains. The mountain roads are difficult for horse carriages to travel, so we can only use horses and mules instead."

"It will take about two days to reach the first construction site that you mentioned."

"The prefect of Jizhou has asked the prefectural minister Gu Wei to wait in Jiyuan City to assist us."

"According to the previous arrangement, the boss has hired 600 workers, who are also waiting there."

Xueyan walked to Chen Yan and explained the itinerary that had been arranged long ago.

Chen Yan didn't want to go by land at all, but the problem had to be solved, so he could only say: "Then let's do it according to the plan."

Xue Yan saw his expression and knew that he, who liked to enjoy himself, would definitely not be happy.

After going by land, the ship could not stay there and could only dock at the ferry in Jiyuan.

At that time, it would be difficult to guarantee the quality of life on the ship.

But there was no other way, so he had to finish the work as soon as possible.

After docking at the ferry, there were already people waiting at the dock.

The leader was Gu Wei, the governor of Jizhou Prefecture.

After the fleet was anchored, Jin Ze and others got off the cargo ship.

Jin Ze and others did not know Gu Wei, but judging from the clothes they were wearing, they had roughly guessed Gu Wei's identity.

He walked slowly forward with Zeng Hong and others and was about to speak.

But Gu Wei didn't even look at him and walked past him directly.

As he walked, he whispered to the clerks behind him: "The Minister should be on that boat, I will go to meet him quickly!"

The clerks behind him responded and walked quickly to the side of the small boat with him.

Leaving Jin Ze and others looking at each other, he hurriedly called out: "Mr. Gu! I am the Minister of the Winter Office, Jin Ze!"

Gu Wei and the clerks stopped immediately.

He turned his head to look at Jin Ze, and suddenly sneered: "Haha, this old man doesn't know whether to live or die. You know that impersonating a senior official of the court is a serious crime! How dare you impersonate Mr. Jin here!"

Jin Ze didn't expect that he, a mere prefect, would dare to scold him, and he couldn't help but get angry: "What nonsense are you talking about, I am the Minister of the Winter Office!"

Gu Wei and the clerks looked at each other and laughed.

"This old man is ridiculous! If he is the Minister, how could he come out of that boat?"

"Yes, he dares to pretend to be Lord Jin. I think he is just a boatman on the cargo ship?"

"At his age, can he pull the boat? I am afraid he will break his waist!"

"Okay, stop talking nonsense with this crazy old man, and quickly welcome Lord Jin!"

Jin Ze looked at Gu Wei and others who ignored him and went to the small building boat, and his face twitched.

He always regarded himself as honest, so he dressed frugally and simply when he went out, and even had patches on his clothes.

Zeng Hong and others were all furious. Because they were going on a long journey, they did not wear official uniforms. They did not expect to be looked down upon by others!

When they were about to chase him to argue, they heard the shouting of the soldiers on the small building boat: "The Lord is coming out!"

The door of the boat building opened, and Chen Yan walked out leisurely with snow smoke.

Gu Wei looked carefully, wow, what a guy, he was sitting on an independent building boat, and there was a maidservant beside him, and the maidservant was so pretty!

This kind of posture is the majesty of the Minister! Unlike the old man just now, he was dressed in rags!

He quickly helped to set up the gangplank, straightened his clothes and sleeves, and stood respectfully.

"Your subordinate Gu Wei, on the order of the prefect, greets the prefect! The prefect has worked hard all the way!"

Gu Wei hurriedly bowed his head, bowed deeply, and shouted in fear and trepidation.

Chen Yan got off the boat with a smile and said, "It's not hard. This official is still quite comfortable along the way."

Xue Yan was surprised, and didn't understand why the prefect respected Chen Yan so much.

I have always known that your subordinate respects the prefect.Official, this is the first time I have seen an official so respectful to his subordinate.

Everyone bowed to Chen Yan, and Gu Wei nodded and said, "I didn't expect you to be so young. You are really promising! I have prepared a welcoming banquet in the city. Please come!"

Chen Yan frowned slightly.

"Master Gu, what kind of banquet is it?" He said slowly.

"Your Excellency, a small place is naturally not as good as the capital. It's just some beef and mutton dishes with Jizhou characteristics, as well as Jizhou's famous wine 'Liuxian Wine', and my Jizhou's most famous 'Dragon and Phoenix Chengxiang'." Gu Wei said hurriedly, feeling surprised.

This is the first time I have seen someone ask what is on the table before sitting down. It seems that this Master Jin is a bit picky.

Xueyan frowned slightly when she heard this.

Jizhou was in a serious disaster, and the civil unrest had just subsided. He actually held a banquet?

But it was kind after all, so it was hard to say anything...

Before she could think of this, Chen Yan's face suddenly darkened and he said coldly: "Master Gu, I'm afraid you are not suitable for this position?"

Gu Wei and the others were stunned. The former said cautiously: "I don't know what you mean by this, Master? Is it that what I prepared suits your taste? If you want to eat anything, please tell me, and I will do my best to arrange it."

Chen Fang raised his eyebrows: "Jizhou has suffered from drought for years, and now the civil unrest has just ended. The people are suffering! But you are so extravagant and wasteful, and you still hold a welcoming banquet! Master Gu, where are the people in your heart, and where is my Great Zhou! As a court official, you should do your best for the country and the people. But in my opinion, you seem to have no energy for the country and the people. How can you sit at ease in this position of the prefecture chancellor!"

He became more and more angry and harsh, and in the end he almost pointed at the other party's nose and cursed.

Gu Wei never thought that his efforts to curry favor would lead to such a result. He said in surprise: "Sir, I am here to welcome you..."

Chen Yan shouted: "Scolding you is too light! If I were you, I would have resigned long ago! Now I understand why the drought in Jizhou is so severe, but it has not been alleviated. I am afraid that all the money allocated by the court for disaster relief has gone into your pocket, right?"