After the opening of the Yamen, everyone in the Qingchuan County Yamen returned to their respective places, and the bustle of the past returned.
The yamen has been sealed for more than half a month, and naturally a lot of official business has accumulated.
People come and go in front of the Yamen every day, and the Yamen servants are even more hurried.
Yue Zhongyao had been busy for more than half a month, going to and from the neighboring county several times to run official duties. He was galloping every day, and his legs were hurting from the wear and tear.
On the way to and from the teahouses, taverns and restaurants, the food was all tasteless. At night, I went to the inn to stay, but I didn't care about it. After entering the room, I fell asleep.
Now that we are clearly by Jin Niang's side, why do we no longer have the deep desire for tomorrow that we had when we were fighting on the battlefield?
Yue Zhongyao felt extremely empty.
It's so empty that it's scary, as if something is peeling away. Just like the people around you leave one by one on the battlefield, never to see each other again.
In the end, he was the only one left...
For more than half a month, Yue Zhongyao was returning to Qingchuan County from running official duties in the neighboring county. He was told that he had a day off.
Yue Zhongyao was stunned.
What can I do in one day?
Before Yue Zhongyao's eyes, his daughter's smiling face appeared, looking up at him with a smile, waiting for him to hug her.
The corners of Yue Zhongyao's mouth raised involuntarily.
Suddenly Jinniang's indifferent and distant face flashed across her face again, looking at him so calmly and calmly, as if he was just a passerby...
Yue Zhongyao's eyes darkened.
After all, this day was too short. One round trip on the road was all it took. If I rushed back the next day, I might not be able to catch up with Shangya. So I wouldn’t go back.
I turned around and was about to walk out of the county government office when I was stopped by someone.
Hearing that the county magistrate called him, Yue Zhongyao was stunned for two breaths, then hurriedly turned around and went to the backyard of the county government office.
The front yard of the county government office is where the county magistrate and all the government officials work, and the backyard is the residence of the county magistrate and his family.
It was not big, only half a courtyard, and Zheng Zhixian and his wife, children and grandchildren lived in a crowded place close to each other.
"Sir, are you calling me?" Yue Zhongyao was led into Magistrate Zheng's study.
"Oh, Zhongyao is here. Come on, sit down quickly." Zheng Zhixian said to Yue Zhongyao with a smile on his face.
Yue Zhongyao hurriedly shook his head and waved his hands: "I don't dare, little one."
"No need to be formal, this is not a front office. Just treat it as meeting an elder. Sit down, you have worked hard these days."
Yue Zhongyao was not so nervous that he actually sat down.
Standing respectfully in front of the large desk, he saluted and said, "Your Majesty, your words are serious. These are all matters within the scope of my subordinates."
Magistrate Zheng looked satisfied and nodded: "Well, you are very good. There are not many young people like you who are capable and willing to endure hardships and work hard."
Zheng Zhixian didn't know what he thought of, and looked at Yue Zhongyao with a bit of admiration. Looking at Yue Zhongyao's respectful look, he nodded secretly.
He said to Yue Zhongyao: "I am very glad that you were recommended to the county government and gave the county a capable subordinate. Over the past year, the county has seen your performance, and you have worked hard and never complained. You have never been picky about official duties.
, this county is very satisfied. You will have a future in the future, but I am afraid that this small county government will not be able to keep you."
"Your Excellency, I have given you a reward, and my subordinates are frightened."
Yue Zhongyao still stood there respectfully with his head lowered, unable to see the expression on his face.
He was a little surprised. Did the county magistrate take the wrong medicine? This is what Baba came to him to say today?
Zheng Zhixian saw that he had praised Yue Zhongyao a few words. The young man still looked normal, and he felt more and more satisfied.
This is the kind of person he is looking for.
Everyone knows that he is the number one in charge of the county government, but before he took office, the second in command, Liu Xiancheng, and the third in command, Lin Xianwei, ran the Qingchuan County government office to a crawl.
These two people are both locals and have his unparalleled connections. Although those two people are his subordinates and respect him on the surface, they don't know what they think in their hearts.
That Liu Xian Cheng is the father-in-law of Lin Xian Wei's sister-in-law. Together, the two of them sometimes say more effective things than what he says in the county government office.
He has been elected for two consecutive terms in Qingchuan County. No one is missing any credit for him, and he has no one to help him. It is not easy for him to move up.
Ordinarily, it would be possible for Yue Zhongyao to become a county captain based on his ability, but he could not move to the position of county magistrate and county captain for the time being. He could only think of ways to move to the lower position.
The original head catcher belonged to Lin County Lieutenant, but now it happened that this head catcher made great efforts and moved to a neighboring county to become a county lieutenant. The position of this head catcher was vacated.
Zheng Zhixian took a closer look at Yue Zhongyao's body.
He had been examining this candidate for a long time. Although Yue Zhongyao had never submitted a request to him, he had a good reputation in the county government and was well received by the county magistrate and county captain.
Moreover, this person has a pure heart and does not have so many twists and turns. Although this kind of person will not become a loyal dog, at least he will not harm you.
Zheng Zhixian made up his mind and said to Yue Zhongyao: "Zhongyao, you also know that Sun Captou has been promoted, and his seat is now vacant. I see that you are a capable person, just as good as Sun Captou
.I came to you just to ask if you are willing to take over the position of head catcher?"
Yue Zhongyao was startled and quickly raised his head.
"Sir, are you kidding me?"
Zheng Zhixian glared at Yue Zhongyao displeasedly: "You see how empty this county is? Are you kidding me?"
"My lord, please forgive me. I didn't mean that."
Yue Zhongyao was very frightened. The county magistrate had a deep mind, and no one knew what he was thinking.
"I would like to thank you for your kindness. Although I have been fighting on the battlefield for four years, my management experience is not enough. There are dozens of arrests in the county government and miscellaneous officials below. I am afraid that I can't manage it well, so I was delayed.
A matter for adults."
Zheng Zhixian's face softened a bit, and he laughed and said: "Don't worry, the world is safe now, and there is nothing for you to fight for. The people below are easy to control. As long as your identity is revealed, the people below will not dare to disobey.
Those who are dissatisfied must not want to stay in the county government office."
Yue Zhongyao quickly glanced at Zheng Zhixian, who was sitting on a high-backed chair: "Sir, it seems that Captain Sun recommended someone to the County Lieutenant... and there are also people who are more capable than his subordinates. Besides, they are all better than his subordinates.
It takes longer to do things.”
Zheng Zhixian hates that iron can't be transformed into steel, and others can't snatch it away. What's going on with this person, trying so hard to push the opportunity away?
"Captain Sun recommended a person, and Lieutenant Lin also told me about it. But the county did not take a fancy to you. The county is more interested in you, who is young, capable, and willing to endure hardship. You are crawling from the pile of dead people."
Those who come out will naturally know how to cherish the opportunity to live better than them. Only those who want to work hard to live can take this position."
Yue Zhongyao didn't quite understand what Zheng Zhixian said.
But one thing became clear to him. The candidate Lin County Lieutenant recommended to the County Magistrate was recommended by the County Magistrate.
Instead, the magistrate took a fancy to him.
Yue Zhongyao felt a little overwhelmed.
It is no secret in the yamen that the county magistrate and the county magistrate are at odds with each other. If he becomes the catcher, wouldn't Lin County Lieutenant be able to eat him?
He just wants to prove to his wife that he is capable, that he has the ability to protect them and give them a better life. He works in the county government, and at least no one will dare to bully them easily.
That's all he wanted.
Now we have to be caught in the middle. Should we do it or should we not?
He is just a small person, and he cannot bear to offend anyone.
Zheng Zhixian probably knew Yue Zhongyao's dilemma, so he didn't rush him. He sat leisurely on a chair and sipped tea slowly.
Yue Zhongyao was sweating on his forehead, and he almost looked like a statue standing there.
Yue Zhongyao buried his head in thought for a while. After a long time, he raised his head and said to Zheng Zhixian: "I would like to thank you for your kindness. I cannot give you an answer for this matter now. Please allow me to think about it for a moment or two."
Zheng Zhixian was not annoyed either. He put down his tea cup and said, "There's no rush. You have a rest tomorrow and go back and think about it carefully. Then you can tell me your decision when you resume work the day after tomorrow."
After finishing speaking, he said in a serious tone: "Zhongyao, this county is aware of your ability. This county is short of manpower like you."
Yue Zhongyao said a few polite words before saying goodbye and walking out.
Yue Zhongyao left the county office with his head lowered all the way, with the words Magistrate Zheng told him still ringing in his ears.
His mind is a little confused. Fortunately, from this moment on, he has nothing to do for the time being. He can go back to the dormitory to rest. He will also take a day off tomorrow, which is just the right time to catch up on his sleep.
Yue Zhongyao stepped out of the county government office and walked a dozen steps onto the spacious street in front of the county government office when he heard someone calling him from behind.
"Brother Yue, Brother Yue, wait a minute..."
Yue Zhongyao stood there and listened, then sighed and turned around.
I saw Liu Meiniang standing a few steps ahead with a surprised look on her face, her face as beautiful as a flower.
"Brother Yue, is it really you? I just asked the government officials at the door and they said you were not in the county government office. I thought I would never see you again. Fortunately, I was lucky and I met Brother Yue here."
Liu Meiniang trotted over and stood in front of Yue Zhongyao, panting slightly. The apricot-yellow dress made her look even more colorful.
"Do you have a problem with me?"
Liu Meiniang pouted: "Brother Yue, why do you act so businesslike every time you talk to me? You sound like a stranger. I don't like it."
Yue Zhongyao sighed, tried to make his tone a little warmer, and asked again: "But your mother is not in good health?"
"No, no. Mom has been talking about it these days. She said that because of her poor health during the New Year, she couldn't go to your house to pay New Year greetings to her uncle and aunt. She felt sorry. She made some food a few days ago and asked me to send it to the county government.
, but I never meet you. I finally met you this time. Brother Yue, do you want to come with me to see my mother? She is always talking about you. I asked my mother to make delicious food for you.
"
After Liu Meiniang finished speaking, she looked at Yue Zhongyao with a little expectation in her eyes.
Yue Zhongyao glanced at her for a long time before saying, "Let's go."
After hearing this, Liu Meiniang followed behind with a face of joy... (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my biggest motivation.)
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