Chu Nanzhi saw Lin Jinshu picking up the coarse tea in front of him and drinking it all in one gulp, as if he didn't have the slightest respect for royal nobles. He was surprised and a little ashamed and said: "The village cannot compare with the palace, and there is no fine tea to entertain your highness. I hope
Your Highness Haihan."
"Junior sister, what you said is too outrageous. I have been fighting in the north and south for many years. I have never suffered any kind of hardships. This tea is sweet and delicious, but it has a different taste."
Lin Jinshu put down his tea bowl carelessly, showing an easy-going attitude in his words and deeds.
Then, she looked at Lin Jinxiao with her eyes, and continued: "After many years of separation, the emperor's sister has been thinking about the emperor's brother. She came to the county a few days ago and was busy with official duties. She heard that the emperor's brother was injured. Yesterday, she took out the
I originally wanted to visit my home, but I never thought that there would be a sudden funeral at my junior sister's home. It's really unfortunate."
Hearing this, Chang Yanjue also explained in a deep voice: "Today is the day to welcome Emperor Daxing back to the court. Thinking of this and not knowing when we will see each other again, Her Royal Highness the Princess specially took off her military uniform and came with the old man.
, In order to pay my respects to Uncle Weng, I also have some things to discuss with you, Dalang."
Hearing that there was something to discuss, Chu Nanzhi looked around at the people in the hall and suddenly felt that he was out of place. He quickly stood up and said in a natural manner: "The two teachers and the imperial sister have a good chat, and I will prepare some breakfast for everyone.
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As soon as she finished speaking, Lin Jinshu was immediately stunned: "Sister Huanghuang?"
Shouldn't you call me Senior Sister?
Chu Nanzhi looked at Lin Jinshu with a serious face: "Your Highness, I am Lin Dalang's concubine. Since you call him "Emperor Brother", it is a big royal etiquette, so I can only call you "Emperor Sister" with licking your face.
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Seeing the surprised expressions on their faces, she said seriously: "If Your Highness feels aggrieved, then we will discuss it on our own terms from now on. The slave family will call you the Imperial Sister, and Your Highness can call the slave family the Junior Sister."
Several people thought this was strange when they heard it, but upon closer inspection, it seemed to make sense.
"Imperial sister, you came here very early in the morning with your two mentors. You must be hungry. The mountains are high and the roads are long on the way back to the capital. Junior sister, I will go and prepare some food for you."
Lin Jinshu was still a little depressed. Chu Nanzhi was about to go out calmly, but was pulled back by Lin Jinxiao: "Since you know that you are my wife, and you and Princess Shu are both Chang Lao's disciples, it doesn't matter.
It’s inaudible.”
Chang Yanjue did not expect that his protégé would be so sharp-tongued. In order to prevent Princess Jin Shu from taking advantage of him, he would even resort to royal etiquette. He said helplessly: "Sit down, I'm here with Princess Shu."
Breakfast has been served at home, so there is no need to bother with it any more."
Nie Huaian was so impressed by her cleverness that he could not help but admire her. With a proud look in his eyes, he said with a smile: "It's not a shameful thing, Nan Zhi, you don't have to deliberately avoid it."
"Indeed, please sit down, junior sister."
Lin Jinshu gestured, and after she sat back down in her seat, she began to speak in detail:
"Now that the maritime trade route has been re-opened, Luyan Port will become an important coastal defense town in the east, independent of the county. Although the county magistrate is still the leader of the town officials, it is different from the past. His Majesty has decreed that the official rank will be upgraded.
As a fifth-grade Beijing official, it is necessary to control all forces in the six eastern counties and increase coastal defense troops. Hu Maoxi has a certain official reputation, but he can be forward-looking and lacks the ability to make decisions. I am afraid he will not be able to take on this important task again."
Saying this, she looked around at everyone again and continued solemnly: "What's more, his term is about to expire, and His Majesty intends to transfer him to the capital to deal with all forces in the capital. Before leaving, His Majesty also specially warned the emperor's sister
, went to Luyan Port to secretly investigate the capable person to take up a new position."
After Lin Jinshu finished speaking, Chang Yanjue immediately added: "When the sea route reopens, the Dongsang people are bound to make a comeback. We have to be on guard. If one move accidentally provokes the Dongsang thieves to invade the country again, it will benefit the country and the people's trade."
The order will affect innocent people, so last night the princess, Lao Chan and Mr. Nie mentioned this matter in the palace, and after everyone discussed it, they unanimously recommended you, Da Lang, to take over the post."
Nie Huaian also took advantage of the situation and said: "Instead of recruiting officials from Beijing or other places, it is better to promote capable candidates from the local area. In this way, you are familiar with the affairs of the county and the local human geography. It can be said that you will be able to manage the county with ease. Da Lang, you are fifteen."
You were promoted to be a filial and honest person at the age of 19, you were promoted to be a scholar at the age of 19, and you served as a meritorious official in the county for three years. Your resume couldn't be more suitable."
Although Lin Jinxiao had already decided to wait until he recovered from his injury before embarking on an official career, this was far from what he had expected. To be promoted to two ranks from the rank of county magistrate was indeed a heavy burden.
It is said that he is a Beijing official of the same rank, but the responsibilities and risks he bears are far heavier than those of the Gyeonggi County Magistrate.
The purpose of the Gyeonggi County Magistrate is to protect the imperial power and curb bad forces, but there are countless imperial guards in Gyeonggi Province, and they can only contain the unruly villains, but what he will face in the future is the difficult Dongsang thieves.
They are all vicious, stubborn and extremely difficult to deal with. If you are not careful, you will lose your head.
Quietly staring at Chu Nanzhi, who was looking carefree as if nothing happened, he gritted his teeth secretly and replied with determination in his eyes: "Since it is the wish of the two teachers, the students will act according to their orders."
Now that this family has offended the Qi family, if I cannot become their strong support, then this family may really be at the mercy of the Qi family in the future.
Nie Lao Changlao heard that he was very pleased, but Lin Jinshu noticed that he had some concerns. It was indeed a hard job, so he said happily: "Brother Huang can stand up for the whole county and take care of His Majesty's worries.
The imperial sister is deeply grateful, and is also willing to seek grace for the imperial brother in front of His Majesty."
After a slight pause, she said with a slow smile: "Nowadays, the county officials, county officials, and officials are all afraid of crime. I have made plans after inspecting various places in the county these days. Since we want to consolidate coastal defense, we must have sufficient troops.
After the emperor's sister returns to the capital, she will request your majesty to mobilize two thousand troops. After the emperor's brother takes office, he can recruit another thousand new soldiers and put them under the control of the county captain's office. The emperor's brother can recommend the candidates for the county captain and the history."
"Since the imperial troops and horses are under control, they should be controlled by people sent by the imperial court."
Lin Jinxiao thought for a while and then said: "However, when His Highness mentioned this matter, I would like to recommend a capable person to be elected as Dianshi."
"who?"
"Li Ce is in the lower reaches of the county government office."
Lin Jinxiao replied seriously.
For selfish reasons, Li Ce was loyal to him, and he did have the intention to promote him; for public service, Li Ce came from a humble background, and was temporarily unable to command an army in terms of ability. However, in order to better control the army of the county captain in the future, he must
Place your own men in the army.
Letting him become the deputy of the county captain's house is like placing a pair of your own eyes in the county captain's house.
Luyan Port is a piece of fat. Countless people are watching here. It will attract more people's attention when it becomes a major coastal defense town in the future. The tax and bank case gave him a profound warning. He cannot be like Hu Maoxi.
If you are confused, you will almost lose your hat.
Lin Jinshu was a little surprised when he heard this. He didn't expect that he had given him enough power to arrange his own people, but he only promoted one deputy. It was indeed not an ordinary person's way of thinking, so he immediately expressed his relief.
"That's all according to what the emperor said."
As Lin Jinshu spoke, he stood up and looked at the couple: "The emperor's sister still has official duties to attend to, so it is inconvenient to stay here for a long time, so I will take my leave."
But when her eyes fell on Chu Nanzhi, she suddenly felt a little reluctant to let go.
She was used to seeing pretentious rich girls in Beijing. It was the first time she met such an interesting soul. She had to say goodbye before she could have a long talk with her. She felt really lonely and sad.
Her eyes softened, she held Chu Nanzhi's hand tightly, and said regretfully: "Junior sister, we have to say goodbye today, and I don't know when we will see each other again. If you have a chance in the future, you must remember to visit me in Jingling City.
Please drink the best wine in Jingling City, let’s see.”
Inadvertently glancing at Lin Jinxiao aside, Lin Jinshu suddenly stopped: These words seemed inappropriate for her.