Cars rattled, horses rustled, and pedestrians carried bows and arrows at their waists.
The mother-in-law and the wife saw each other off, but the ancient Anhui bridge was not seen in the dust.
Young children were chanting tragic songs. Along with Yin Guangbo's narration, a clear picture of a hell on earth filled with hungry people appeared in Xiao Zimu's mind.
Xia Chu, is this why you asked me to come to Guwan
He wanted to see what the inhumane government here looked like.
"Seeing that the people in the city were hungry and had no choice but to eat dirt and die, the governor of Guwan did a good job." Xiao Zimu always had a gentle face and clear eyes.
At this time, there was also an uncontrollable anger flashing.
"Yes, those who died after eating Guanyin soil had skinny bones, but their bellies were extremely swollen. I heard that everyone died like a woman pregnant with Liujia. I am even more worried about eating after changing my child. I dare not even think about it." Yin Guangbo showed unbearable expression.
Xin Ya followed behind and listened, filled with indignation, wishing he could rush into the government office directly with his sword.
"Who is the governor of ancient Anhui now?" Xiao Zimu never asked specifically.
Originally, he had not even planned to go to the government office.
"Zheng Zhongguang, Zheng Fuyin." Yin Guangbo naturally knew it, and replied when Xiao Zimu asked.
The three of them arrived at the gate of the government together. Yin Guangbo asked Xiao Zimu for instructions: "Master, should we play drums or declare our identities?"
"It's not ironic to have this drum here." Xiao Zimu snorted coldly, and then said to Yin Guangbo: "Go and pass the news and say that you are here to take up the post."
Yin Guangbo said yes and went forward to pass the message.
As a result, except for a few government officials at the door, there was no one in the house at all.
After asking, I found out that today was Lord Fu Yin's third son's Full Moon Wine.
Tongzhi, garrison, regiment training, Dujian, Sima, chief secretary, joining the army, etc., even the county offices, three squads and six rooms from all over the country came to congratulate him.
Yin Guangbo asked for directions and led Xiao Zimu to the mansion.
Xiao Zimu's journey was like the calm before the storm, silent and terrifying.
Before the three of them arrived at the mansion, they heard the sound of sheng and drums two streets away, and the sound of gongs and drums was very lively.
It's true that the wealthy family is full of wine and meat, and people will starve to death on the road.
"Yinzhou Magistrate, you must give Master Zheng's son a full-moon wine congratulations." Xiao Zimu listened to the sound of musical instruments and ordered Yin Guangbo in a deep voice.
"I understand." Yin Guangbo straightened his expression and made an official salute.
"Don't reveal my identity yet, but this palace will support you." Xiao Zimu made a cold face and ordered in a deep voice.
Yin Guangbo looked up and saw for the first time a sharp cold light in Xiao Zimu's eyes, which were powerful and sharp.
He said yes, feeling confident in his heart, raised his hands and walked towards the door of Zheng Mansion.
But Yin Guangbo's majestic momentum could not be maintained for long.
When he arrived at the door, which was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, he was stopped by his servants.
"Where's the gift?" The servant asked coldly.
Yin Guangbo was stunned by his question, and then he said with a stern face: "I am a state magistrate who is here to take office. The gift will be given to Mr. Zheng personally."
"A gift is a gift, and a gift is a gift. If you don't understand this little thing about human nature, why would you come to Guwan to take up your post?" The servant curled his lips, his face full of disdain.
The veins on Yin Guangbo's forehead twitched, and he suppressed his anger and said: "I have just passed the humble position this year. It is my first time to be an official. There may be some oversights. This young man made some accommodations and let me go in first and apologize in person."
"Just wait." The servant laughed contemptuously and told him coldly.
"What a great official authority. Even the servants at the door are so arrogant. After all, the lower official is also a seventh-grade state judge." Yin Guangbo turned around with an angry expression and smiled self-deprecatingly at Xiao Zimu.
Xin Ya, who was behind Xiao Zimu, had already put his hand on the hilt of the sword when the servant asked about the first gift.
If Xiao Zimu's eyes hadn't stopped him, the Zheng Mansion would have seen blood.
"Follow closely and don't move around." After a while, the servant ran back and warned them with disgust.
The three of them didn't bother to talk nonsense with him and followed him into the mansion.
The courtyard is huge and can be seen at a glance.
There are sixty or seventy people in Zheng Fuyin's family alone, plus about fifty people coming to congratulate him.
The originally empty courtyard was filled with thirteen tables, arranged in an orderly manner.
The banquet had not yet begun, but it was already full of guests and friends, with loud gongs and drums, singing and dancing.
Xiao Zimu narrowed his eyes slightly, and murderous intent surged deep in his eyes, like a tsunami rising from the bottom of the sea, waiting to be swept out violently.
He has never been so murderous as at this moment.
In this house, people are playing the sheng pipe and vibrating reeds, and they are holding baskets and offering gifts thoughtfully.
Outside the house, wild vegetables and roots are picked and boiled, and firewood and leaves are stir-fried.
Seeing their silence, the servant who led the way thought he was shocked by such a grand scene. After scoffing, he pointed to Yin Guangbo: "Your table is in the middle at the end, for Mr. Zheng." Just go there after the ceremony, but don't make a mistake."
Yin Guangbo said "hmm" in a muffled voice, followed him into the courtyard, and walked to Zheng Zhongguang's side.
"Master Zheng, the newly arrived state magistrate has arrived." The servant reported to Zheng Zhongguang.
At this time, Zheng Zhongguang was instructing the servants to carry the gifts to the back, and then followed a man to greet him: "My son's full moon wine cost Master Pu a lot of money."
When Yin Guangbo heard that his surname was Pu, he guessed that it was Pu Youren, the prefect of Wuzhou.
"Mr. Zheng is really a disgrace to the lower-ranking officials. I owe my humble position to what I am today, thanks to Mr. Zheng's support." Pu Youren looked humble.
"Master Zheng, my subordinate is the newly arrived state judge Yin Guangbo." Seeing that Zheng Zhongguang ignored him, Yin Guangbo had no choice but to identify himself again.
Zheng Zhongguang glanced at Yin Guangbo, frowned slightly and said "hmm".
"Send it off quickly!" The servant leading the way winked at him and couldn't help but remind him.
Why is this person so ignorant of the rules? He should have given the gift first and then introduced himself to the family.
Yin Guangbo looked at Zheng Zhongguang's impatient expression and couldn't help but smile. He waved his hands in front of him and asked, "Mr. Zheng, is this gift from me still to your liking?"
At this time, people in twos and threes had gathered, forming a faint circle. The adults were all confused when they saw his waving sleeves, and then they looked at Zheng Zhongguang in a blink of an eye.
Zheng Zhongguang's face already had a look of embarrassment, and his tone also had a hint of anger: "What does the Yinzhou Judgment mean?"
"Master Zheng, can't you understand this?" Yin Guangbo said with a sneer on his face.
Following Yin Guangbo's sarcasm, the adults onlookers took a breath of cold air. More and more people came after hearing the sound, and soon they were surrounded by water.
Yin Guangbo glanced at all the adults, and finally landed on Zheng Zhongguang's eyes that were about to spit out fire.
His delicate and handsome face revealed a decent smile, but his voice was cold and cold as he spoke.
"This is given to you by the lower official. You can feel the breeze on your sleeves."
(End of chapter)