The county magistrate has found out all his backgrounds, how dare Wang San hide it, no one knows that he and the widow of the third family who turned left at Dongjiekou got married, but the new county magistrate found out this So clear, it can be seen that the ability is not ordinary.
Wang Sanyi told the whereabouts of the past few days. It is nonsense to investigate the case. In fact, he went to the casino to try his luck. But he only said that he was about to take office without knowing the solemnity, so he wanted to relax for a few days.
Zhuang Zhong didn't get to the bottom of it, just smiled and hummed twice, which was enough to make a guilty conscience sweat. Although the deterrent effect of the solemn and tender face is not great, it can't hold back the threat to Meixian who knows clearly and the sturdy guards stand aside. It is said that a dog that cannot bark is the most vicious, but the servants regard this kind of person who does not show a trace of viciousness as the most terrifying, and if he does not make a move, he will be astonishing.
If there is one, there are two, and as long as someone wants to lie, Master Tong will tell the other party some private things in a leisurely manner. The other yamen servants didn't dare to hide anything, and they all recruited them truthfully. Like Wang San, they all said they went by themselves.
Zhuang Zhong looked at County Captain He, "I've heard that Yunzhou's customs are different from those in the capital, but I didn't expect it to be so different. Yamen servants don't have to work as errands and all go to the casino. Captain He and Master Xu, this is The big case you are talking about? This case is really big enough!"
Lieutenant He's face was gloomy, and he suddenly slammed the table, "You people are so brave! How dare you lie to others, if the county magistrate hadn't been aware of the details, I would have been deceived by you! Since you like to go there so much Yaozi Casino, then pack up and get out and don’t come back!”
The yamen servants knelt down to plead for mercy, claiming that they would never dare again, and asked the county magistrate to let them hold their hands high and give them a way to survive.
Director Xu sighed to Zhuang Zhong: "It's all because of our incompetence. We can't control these people who are stealing, raping and playing tricks. After all, their reputation is not right. Fortunately, my lord, you are here, and someone will be able to suppress these people in the future." gone."
He Xianwei shouted at this time: "Hurry up and thank the county magistrate. From now on, you must be obedient. If you dare to commit another crime, you will all get out!"
The yamen servants agreed one after another, and County Captain He said again: "Hurry up and get out, if you are lazy again, see how I deal with you."
All the words were finished by the two of them, and they sang together. They seemed to be respectful and respectful to each other, but they actually ignored them at all. In a few words, the matter was settled, without asking for solemn opinions at all.
Zhuang Zhong still didn't speak, and the yamen servants took a few sneaky glances. Although this county magistrate has some skills, but He County has accumulated prestige for a long time. If they dare to disobey, they will be unable to bear it. It's hard to say whether the new county magistrate will be able to hold his ground. If County Captain He is upset, he won't have a foothold in Mei County in the future. The yamen servant thought over and over again, considered the pros and cons, and finally decided to still obey He County Captain's order.
But the yamen servant wanted to leave, but was stopped by the guards brought by Zhuang Zhong. The yamen servants complained one after another, the gods fought and the mortals suffered, and they were going to be in bad luck. This new county magistrate is also a tough stubble, let alone County Captain He. No matter how you choose, you can't eat and walk around.
He Xianwei frowned displeasedly, "My lord, don't you want to go back on your word? I'm afraid it's inappropriate to change the order."
Looking at County Captain He with a solemn smile, "County He, why don't you come to be the county magistrate, how about I being the county magistrate? I see that your county magistrate is even more prestigious than the county magistrate."
"The lower officials don't understand what your lord said. He is just doing his duty with due diligence."
"At this time, you are telling me about your duty. Why did these government officials go blind when they were stealing, raping and playing tricks?" Zhuang Zhong didn't wait for He Xianwei to open his mouth and said: "No rules, no rules. Accept the punishment, and this case is no exception."
"My lord, it's the first time for them, why don't you let it go now. After all, it's not good to leave a harsh impression on the first day your lord takes office. Everything is inauspicious."
Zhuang Zong smiled and said: "What Lieutenant He means is that these yamen servants are all cowards, dare to do it or not?"
"Your Excellency insists on embarrassing the servants on the first day, so it's hard for He to say anything." County Captain He snorted coldly.
This sentence seems to be solemn and unreasonable, and this will definitely damage the reputation of Zhuangzhuang, and it will be difficult to act in the future.
"What Lieutenant He said is also right, these government servants really did not make a big mistake."
Zhuang Zhong suddenly softened, County Captain He thought the other party was afraid, and showed a smug smile.
"What your lord said is very true, but it was just a moment of confusion. There is no need for such a big fight."
"The yamen servants are just pawns. As the saying goes, if the top beam is not straight and the bottom beam is crooked, if you want to make the branches and leaves grow well, you have to start from the root. Captain He County, you used to be in charge of these yamen servants. It’s not good to be selfish, and you will be fully responsible for today’s affairs.”
He Xianwei stared round, "My lord!"
Zhuang Zhong blinked, "I'm not deaf, I'm listening. Could it be that what County Captain He wants to say is that these people refuse to obey your discipline? This matter has nothing to do with you?"
"How can I stand up to so many people alone! Even adults can't be sure of everything."
Zhuang Zhong squinted his eyes, this was a trap for him, if he dared to respond, he was sure that a group of people would have trouble the next day.
"Since Lieutenant He, as a county captain, can't take on this important task, it is a vegetarian meal in the corpse. It is also wrong. If he is wrong, he should be punished. Since Lieutenant He can't control these government servants, it means he doesn't understand them. How about this? Play as a yamen servant for a few days, and you can manage it well if you understand it. All yamen servants will be fined half a year's salary for dereliction of duty, and if there is a next time, they will all be expelled."
As soon as the words fell, everyone boiled. It turned out that the county magistrate had been tossing about for a long time, but his intention was actually here.
Dayou is quite different from the previous dynasties. The status of the county lieutenant and chief bookkeeper is not as good as before. One is in charge of public security and the other is responsible for documents. The county magistrate has great control over the appointment and dismissal of county lieutenant and chief bookkeeper. It's just that the situation is different in different places. It is not uncommon for the county captain of Meixian County to override the county magistrate by relying on his status as a local snake.
Although County Captain He didn't expect Zhuang Zhong to dare to make things difficult for him, he was also fearless. It wasn't that there were no county magistrates who wanted to take him down before, but in the end he was subdued by himself.
"The new official took office three fires, and the adults wanted to use He to attack He. He admitted it. It is not surprising that He has been working hard in Mei County for so many years. It is not surprising that the county magistrate is watching. It's just that these yamen servants live on their salaries and punish them. Half a year is a bit too heavy, please think twice, sir, don't let the government servants live for the sake of standing up."
"I have money to go to the brothel and gambling workshop, but now I am afraid that I will not be able to survive? Could it be that the salary of the Meixian government servants is higher than that of other places? I have inquired, and the lowest prostitute in the brothel can spend one or two nights." A month's salary does not count drinks. Could it be that you are all regular customers, and you can get a discount when you go in? Or just rely on your status as a yamen servant to eat the overlord's meal?"
Zhuang Zhong glanced at the yamen servants, "How about this, anyone who feels that they can't make it through come here to sign up. This county magistrate will not do such a bad job, at worst, I will lend it to you first out of my own pocket."
In this way, whoever dares to move forward is not admitting that he often goes to those places or is doing something wrong. If an official has these bad deeds, his official career will be over. Although they are not officials, they dare not make public.
County Captain He snorted, secretly thinking that although the new county magistrate has some skills, he is still a little tender, let him go crazy today, and tomorrow he will definitely let the little county magistrate beg him to do things. In Mei County, he has the final say, thinking that if he withdraws the power from his hands, he can control everything? wishful thinking.
Zhuang Zhong looked at Mr. Xu, "Mr. Xu has not been able to work in the yamen for the past few days due to his father's serious illness. In this way, he is the only person in the entire county yamen who has not made mistakes. The county magistrate clearly rewards and punishes him. Although Master Xu did not do anything extraordinary, it is a kind of progress for everyone to step back and stay where he is. Master Xu is also an old man in Mei County, and he must know more about Mei County than I do. For the time being, Master Xu will be in charge of the affairs. When County Captain He figured out how to manage these yamen servants, Ben will hand over these affairs.
Everyone works hard. King Sizhao has stationed troops in Yunzhou, and it is near Meixian County. My Meixian County will be promoted to Zhongxian County just around the corner. I have to order that as long as Meixian County can be promoted to Zhongxian County within three years of my tenure, it will be treated like a big county in the future, and there will be a county magistrate. The post of county magistrate can only be held by local people. "
Dayou County Cheng is different from the county lieutenant and the master book, and is equivalent to the deputy county magistrate. He has great power and has a higher official position than the county lieutenant and the master book.
As soon as these words came out, the people present did not understand. Director Xu was overwhelmed with surprise, but the mouse's eyes flickered, but his face remained calm, "Your official must do his best to live up to your high expectations."
Nodding solemnly and satisfied, "You and County Captain He are both old people, and you think you have a good relationship. If you have any questions, you can go to him. County Captain He is a generous person, and he will definitely solve your doubts. Okay. Now, my group of people have not yet settled down in Mei County, so we have to pack up now, and report to Master Tong if there is anything to do."
Master Xu hurriedly expressed his hospitality, "The lower official has already ordered someone to clean it up. I am familiar with Meixian County the most. If your lord needs to do anything, the lower official is willing to run errands for your lord."
"Master Xu said so, I really need to trouble you with something."
"Appreciate further details."
"I also ask Mr. Xu to help me find a house near the county government office. The price is negotiable, as long as it is quiet. My widow sister wants to live alone, so it's best to hurry up."
"Leave this matter to the subordinates, and the subordinates will definitely handle it properly."
Zhuang nodded appreciatively, then walked towards the backyard.
The county government office and home are integrated, but it is only a few steps away. If someone beats the drums to appeal for grievances, he will be awakened in his sleep.
Master Xu was about to leave, but was caught by County Captain He, "You are really good at flattering, do you think you have the support of the new county magistrate, so you are trying to replace me?"
Master Xu hurriedly cupped his hands, "Where is the county captain? Don't you know who I am? I am loyal to you. This new county magistrate is deliberately sowing discord and trying to make a gap between the two of us. The county captain is a smart person. , you will not be fooled. This Mei County is your world, who can take it away?"
"Huh, forgive me, you don't dare to ride on my head! Don't mention a small county magistrate, even if the king of heaven comes, I can't get on my head! You'd better remember it for me, if you dare to do anything else Thinking, don't blame me for being rude!" After saying that, County Captain He threw up his sleeves and left.
Master Xu's flattering smile was instantly suppressed, and a pair of mouse eyes shone with a strange light.