Tao Ran firmly believes that the power of public opinion cannot be underestimated no matter where it is.
If it doesn’t work, then it must not be a big enough fuss!
This is a provincial capital, with higher-level government offices, a transportation hub, and businessmen and officials who can spread the news here. There are also governors and inspectors sent by the imperial court...
There is always someone among these people who is willing to say a few words or mind a little bit of business, right?
Even if the above officials and the government don't want to care about it, after everyone knows about it, can they still ignore it? They don't want official reputation and reputation? They don't care about political performance and assessment?
And Qian Dingbao, the uncle of the Qian family, has been dragged into the water.
If he caused such a big trouble, he must be dealt with, right?
The number of people in the provincial capital is at least ten times that of Yancheng. If the reputation is bad, Qian Dingbao's journey to Qingyun will come to an end...
With someone on hand, it was easy for Tao Ran to distribute the five thousand copies of the complaint.
Of course, since this was ancient times and there were not many literate people, Tao Ran required that the distribution of these accusations must be as effective as possible.
Bulletin boards everywhere, major restaurants and teahouses, and every bustling main street are their top priorities for disseminating news. These places gather the most people and are the most conducive to dissemination.
Colleges, academies, book clubs, and poetry clubs come next. Scholars and literati have integrity, and they are more willing to speak out, which is conducive to criticism.
Scenic spots, you can go shopping in such a place this early in the morning, mostly with nothing to do.
The temple gathers a large number of female guests. They prefer to eat melons and watch the excitement, and their words are also sharper, which makes them more powerful.
In addition, since Tao Ran is willing to spend money, there are naturally many people who can help her with things.
People started telling it directly in teahouses and on the streets, allowing the story to spread quickly.
Tao Ran also went to the provincial government office in person.
She threw stacks of accusation papers directly into the other side of the wall. When the wind blew, these papers were blown all over the yamen. These accusations were sent to several major yamen, and she also posted many of them on the outer walls of the yamen.
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Xue Jin's group of people wandered around the bustling streets, transforming themselves into poor villagers in Liangshan Village, handing out accusations to those who seemed to be righteous; some were well-dressed; some were dressed as literati; or some were powerful aunts and wives.
Please help and support us, so that Yancheng Yamen can feel the pressure and deliver justice to the people...
Five thousand copies of the complaint papers were completely distributed within half an hour with the joint efforts of everyone.
These accusations were quickly confirmed by people who came to Yancheng: Anyone who has been to Yancheng knows that all the recent topics there are about the Qian family and the Li family. In the past two days, there was a sea of people in front of the Yancheng Yamen.
More than a hundred people in Liangshan Village are clamoring to hang themselves...
"Demoting wives as maids", "Uncles and sisters-in-law stealing sex", "murdering and arson", "burning, killing and looting", "hurting people to silence", "officials protecting each other", "officials being unkind", these are either the pain points of the common people.
Either it is common people's favorite gossip, and it is also the most likely to arouse people's anger, so the curses arose after a short discussion.
The Qian family began to be raped, and the Yancheng Yamen was scolded. Qian Dingbao, as the most critical "villain" in the indictment, became the "dog official" criticized and reviled by the people.
So, who is Qian Dingbao?
Too many people are asking.
Is he really that powerful?
Who is his backer?
Under the guidance of caring people, more and more people began to demand a thorough investigation of the scandal between this dog official and his subordinate Yancheng.
Tao Ran left a few people behind to continue stirring up public opinion, while she led others to follow the Taoist priest's instructions.
Who would have thought? This Taoist priest actually bought a house in the provincial capital.
Tao Ran found the key under a tile on the eaves of the house.
Pushing open the door and entering, this is actually a courtyard with three entrances. After asking, he found out that the house was not under his name, so the Qian family could not find it.
Behind the secret door of the study room of his house, there are neatly stacked silver ingots covering half the wall.
Probably more than two thousand taels.
Tao Ran was speechless for a moment and could only give him a thumbs up.
"You are a Taoist priest, do you really want to take all this money and put it in a coffin?"
"You know what the heck!" the Taoist priest beat his chest, "I planned to seriously study Taoist magic once I earned enough money, and adopt dozens of homeless children to educate them well. Now, it's all over."
"How is that possible?" Tao Ran laughed: "In our sect, you can also realize your dream. From now on, you can study hard and have as many children as you want. I will get them back for you. I will use your money to raise you."
Take good care of it.”
Tao Ran signaled his men to start moving the silver.
"What do you mean! Why am I still in your sect?" The Taoist priest was furious. "I gave you my money, and you still want to go back on your word? You have to let me go! Let me go quickly."
"I'm afraid not!" Tao Ran straightened his hair: "You know too many secrets about me. What if you really go to Qian's family or report to the official? Instead of causing trouble in the future, I might as well take you in. Your money
, I can guarantee you a long life!"
She's not stupid.
If we let go, the consequences will be endless.
Moreover, I am afraid that money can be mined from this Taoist priest.
The Taoist priest was so angry that he hit Tao Ran with his head.
Unfortunately, the head is empty.
Weak, he threw himself directly to the ground, whimpering and whispering curses.
Tao Ran brought him a piece of bread and stuffed it into his mouth.
"Don't worry. The sect will treat you well after taking your money. From now on, you will have nothing to worry about. You are not young anymore, and it's time to take care of yourself. It's good to stay in the sect well.
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The Taoist priest took out the cake and said, "I know what you are thinking, you witch. Do you still want to force me to sell this house to get money for you? Don't even think about it! I want to leave this place to my disciples and grandchildren. Even if I die, it will not be easy."
about you!"
"Why do you think so bad of me? Don't worry, this house is not for sale."
Tao Ran quite likes the Taoist house. It is quiet in the bustle and has a quiet environment. Originally, there was no place to stay in the provincial capital. Wouldn't it be nice to use this place as the sect's stronghold in the future? Even if it piles up some clutter, it would be good to stay there occasionally.
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With this in mind, Tao Ran put away the keys to the house...
When we left the provincial capital, after several hours of fermentation, the topics of discussion in major restaurants, teahouses and bustling main streets were already about the Qian family in Yancheng and Liangshan Village next door.
Let's let this matter ferment for a while.
On the way back, Tao Ran specially asked the driver to go to the Taoist temple in Yancheng.
"Old Taoist, it's useless to talk too much. Take a good look at it yourself and you will know whether I am doing you a favor or harming you by not letting you go!"
Outside the Taoist temple, there were actually many fierce and evil men sitting with weapons in their hands.
These people are obviously not from Qian's family, nor from the government.
Before Xue Jin got out of the car and said nothing, someone brought the portrait and asked him if he had seen the Taoist priest in the painting. The Taoist priest had committed a crime and anyone who could provide information would receive a reward.
His portraits are posted in many places near Taoist temples.
The old Taoist was dumbfounded, right?
Tao Ran: "Why not? I heard that the eldest young master of the Qian family was kidnapped, and it was you who did it! Now all the black and white gangs of the Qian family are out, vowing to cut you into pieces! If I don't take you in, will you believe me?
If you don’t believe it, your back foot will be dead as soon as your front foot goes down the mountain! From this point on, I am your savior!”
