The reputation of Feng Huanke's wife became more and more serious, Concubine Xian didn't give up, who knew that as long as she liked her, the woman would be seriously ill in the end, even if she didn't die, it was enough to make people panic. Anyone who loves her daughter even a little bit will not approach Concubine Xian, and Concubine Xian who is approaching will look down on her. Feng Huan's marriage has been delayed, and there is no suitable partner for the weak crown. Concubine Xian was furious and helpless, Feng Huan was at ease.
Zhuang Zhong saw that he was still happy wearing the hat of 'restricting his wife', and couldn't help but said: "With such a reputation, don't you worry that the person you like won't marry you in the future?"
"You believe this too?"
"Just because I don't believe it doesn't mean others don't believe it."
Feng Huan didn't take it seriously, "That means they are not blessed to share the glory with me."
The parties concerned didn't care about solemnity, so they didn't worry about it. They just wanted to gossip.
"I will reach the weak crown next month."
"Congratulations!"
Feng Huan narrowed his eyes, "You didn't say anything?"
"There's no reason to ask someone for a gift. Don't stare, it hasn't arrived yet. I'll think about what to give you during this time."
Only then was Feng Huan satisfied, but he said: "Don't make it up to me, if you are like others, see how I deal with you."
Zhuang Zhong was helpless, "All you know are high-ranking officials and nobles. They don't have anything in this world. How can I find something different?"
Feng Huan glanced at him meaningfully, "It's really not, it's okay to give you to me, I'll make do with it."
Zhuang Zhong rolled his eyes, "Should I thank you for willing to buy my trash?"
"That's not necessary, you still have some pretty looks."
Zhuang Zhong didn't bother to pay attention to him, and changed the topic, "It must be a lively day, right?"
"The emperor will personally preside over it for me."
Feng Huan didn't have a father or elder brother. As his uncle, Emperor Qianxing himself presided over it, but it made sense, but this honor is too heavy, and I'm afraid it will cause trouble again.
"I won't go when I reach the ceremony that day, how about celebrating with you alone later?"
Feng Huan's expression darkened immediately when he heard the first sentence, and he eased up when he heard the second paragraph, "All the dignitaries and nobles in Beijing and China will attend that day, so don't regret it if you don't go."
Smiling solemnly, he said: "I'm not good at communicating with people. Besides, I'd rather rely on you if I'm courteous in front of those people."
"You have vision!" Feng Huan felt relieved when he heard this, "After the weak crown, I will lead my troops to station in Yunzhou. I asked you which way you would choose. Is it still the choice now? The Southern King's rebellion triggered a war, and even though it has been more than ten years, it is still barren, and the situation inside is extremely complicated, are you willing to go with me?"
"The more complicated the situation, the more you can train people, and you will be able to climb up better in the future. Besides, if something happens to me with you protecting me, I will follow your arrangements." There is no way to revenge for the time being, and Zhuang Zhuang also wants to look around, besides, it is a town Yuan Jue's death had a lot to do with Nan Wang's former territory, and he also wanted to find out.
The corners of Feng Huan's mouth curled up slightly, and he was very satisfied with his solemn obedience, "Yunzhou is a long way from the capital, and you will take office with me when the time comes, so as not to make mistakes along the way."
"But I haven't studied law for three years, and I still have to take the exam."
"In those few months, you are capable enough to take up the post. Besides, you are different from ordinary law students. It is rare for you to be willing to condescend to be appointed in a remote place. No one will make irresponsible remarks based on this."
Although Guozixue no longer exists, Zhuangzhuang still bears the name. In the past, Guozi learned that unless something happened at home, he would have a good future by himself. It is true that few people are willing to let a group of noble sons go to remote places. Yunzhou was already remote, and it was destroyed by the war. The king of Zhennan emptied it out before he left. People with background would rather hang out in the capital than become a county magistrate there.
For more than two years, Zhuang Zhong has been studying while adjudicating cases, and has one-on-one guidance from Sun Chaoyang. He has already reached the graduation standard, but he still has no idea about being the head of a county. The county magistrate not only has to settle cases, but also takes charge of other matters in the county. He is a forensic doctor, a technician, and has never been a leader, so he is inevitably panicked.
Feng Huan raised his eyebrows, "Aren't you scared?"
"Some, I'm afraid I can't do well."
Feng Huan laughed, "Seeing that you usually don't frown when you hold the disgusting carrion corpse, now you are going to send an official but you are timid."
Zhuang Zhong scratched his head, "Isn't this inexperienced? After all, the county magistrate is in charge of a county's affairs, so I can usually settle cases."
"I will send competent people to help you with other matters in the county, and you just follow along. This is just a stepping stone, and I will let you concentrate on the road of punishment and prison in the future."
Hearing what Feng Huan said, he was solemn and relieved.
"Well, you're lucky to know me, right?" Feng Huan raised his eyebrows.
Solemnly clasped his fists and bowed, "Thank you, my lord, for your kindness. From now on, I will do whatever I can do at your command!"
Feng Huan smiled meaningfully, "Remember what you said."
On the second day, Feng Huan ordered someone to give him the information about the county that Zhuang Zhong was in charge of, so that he could learn about it in advance so that he could get used to it as soon as possible. The master assigned to him will follow him in a few days to cultivate a tacit understanding in advance.
The county appointed by Zhuang Zhongzhong is Mei County, which is a relatively remote and poor county in Yunzhou. It is close to Li Guo and has less than a thousand households. Zhennan Wang also had its heyday during his reign. At that time, the county had more than 2,000 households, making it a large county. Because of the sharp drop in the number of people in the war, many people hid in the mountains and became mountain people, and because the county magistrate was incapable of managing them, these people would rather live in hiding and be executed if they were caught than go down the mountain.
"Mei County?" Sun Zhaoyang walked in and saw the file in Zhuang Zhong's hand.
Zhuang Zhong didn't hide it. If he wanted to stay in the capital to occupy a good position, he still needed to be cautious, but going to that mountain corner would only make people applaud, and he would lose a competitor.
"Sir, do you know this place?"
"I have a friend in Mei County, where it is quite poor, you want to go to Mei County to be an official?" Sun Chaoyang asked in surprise.
"Well, I want to experience it."
Sun Chaoyang stroked his beard, "It should be so, but being a county magistrate is mostly trivial, so don't let your skills drop because of this, you are an official because of this skill."
"Students remember the teacher's teachings." The solemn attitude is extremely respectful. Although he is worse than Sun Chaoyang in inspection, he is not as good as Sun Chaoyang who has rich experience in judging cases. Moreover, in this world, it is not enough to be able to solve cases, there are also many tricks on how to deal with others. Sun Chaoyang has never been stingy with teaching him, which has made him more famous now, and has gradually gained fame in Beijing and China.
"The situation there is complicated. I'm afraid there will be troubles when you first go. You have to be careful in your actions. I will write to my friend to ask him to take care of you. He also has some prestige in Mei County. Then you take my post." Go and pay him a visit. Although he is just a squire, a strong dragon cannot overwhelm a snake, so don't be too arrogant in front of him."
"Thank you sir!" Zhuang Zhong never thought that there would be such a surprise. Although Feng Huan was by his side, he couldn't completely rely on the opponent's strength to act intimidating, and this would not be beneficial to his growth.
Zhuang Zhong came out of Dali Temple, and a young man who had been waiting at the door for a long time rushed over, "Are you Mr. Zhuang Zhuang, a master at solving cases?"
"I am solemn, why are you looking for me?"
"Do you care if there is an injustice in my family?"
Since Zhuang Zhong has become famous, it is not uncommon for people to stop him halfway, so he asked: "Is there any case of injustice? Have you ever gone to the Yamen to beat drums to express injustice?"
"This matter is not suitable for outsiders, Mr. Zhuang, can you talk with me in detail at the teahouse?"
Zhuang Zhong looked the boy up and down, he was only thirteen or fourteen years old, his face was covered with dust, his clothes were in tatters, although he tried his best to hide it, Zhuang Zhong could tell that 'he' was a woman disguised as a man.
Zhuang Zhong didn't dare to take it lightly, for fear of being cheated, he asked, "Why do you hide when you want to appeal for grievances?"
The young man bit his lower lip, dodged his eyes, and said after a while, "I heard that Mr. Zhuang is King Si Zhao's man?"
Zhuang Zhong didn't know why it was very awkward to hear this, but he was surprised why when he mentioned King Si Zhao, he became more vigilant in his heart, "Why do you mention him?"
"Since you are for his people, you should relieve him of his worries! His fiancée was framed, should you take care of it?"
Solemnly surprised, "What do you mean by that?"
"Master Zhuang only needs to go to the Qingfeng Tavern to find out. Our lady just wants to ask for clarification, and I ask Master Zhuang to help me with this for the sake of King Si Zhao."
"Who is your lady?"
After checking left and right, there was no one there, and then the maid said in a low voice, "Fang Yingying, the daughter of the Minister of Rites."
Feng Huan had already found out that Fang Yingying was not dead, but ran away secretly, so it was not unusual for Zhuangzhuang to hear this person's name. The accidents of Feng Huan's two fiancées have always been strange, but the woman's family members didn't want to get to the bottom of it and kept it secret. King Sizhao gave up when he saw that it had nothing to do with him, and just used the name of restraining his wife. Due to his professional habits, Zhuang Zhong has always wanted to find out what happened. But is this person trustworthy
Seeing that Zhuang Zhong didn't move, the maid stomped her feet anxiously, "Master Zhuang, everyone said that you are passionate and support justice, so don't you even help me with this?"
"How do I know that you are Fang Yingying's maid?" It's not that Zhuang Zhong is too cautious, but because of the recent turmoil in Beijing, especially since he was recognized by Marquis Wen Yuan as his ancestor, more people are following him. This is also the reason why Feng Huan was eager to let him leave the capital to take up an official position in the local area. He is too weak now, and coupled with the struggle in the court, it is easy to pull people like him out as cannon fodder.
The servant girl was about to say something when she saw the person behind Zhuang Zhong, her eyes widened, "My lord, my lord..."
Feng Huan ignored her, turned to Zhuang Zhuang, "What's wrong?"
"This person says she is Fang Yingying's maid, please let me find out the truth for her."
Feng Huan frowned slightly, and the maid knelt down, "I beg the lord to uphold justice for my young lady."
Feng Huan didn't say a word, and the servant girl hurriedly said: "The matter is not what you think, please let the prince and Mr. Zhuang talk further, my lady only wants the truth, otherwise she will not be reconciled to death."
Feng Huan and Zhuang Zhong looked at each other, "What do you think?"
With Feng Huan around, Zhuang Zhong is not afraid of being deceived, and there are always guards by his side. He said: "I want to go and find out what's going on. After all, she was your fiancée before. It would be too arrogant to provoke you. It's better to find out, so that you don't always feel uncomfortable if you don't understand."
Only then did Feng Huan agree, and let the maid lead the way.