Chapter 15 Further to Shanyin, within the county office
Chapter 15: Go further to Shanyin, inside the county government office
A quickie came forward and whispered a few words to the clerk in a low voice, causing the clerk's expression to return to normal.
"You can also see the county magistrate? Besides, it doesn't matter whether you ask or not. Don't go on about it. Do you pay taxes or not? If you don't pay, don't blame me for taking people."
Shen Tang felt extremely hateful in his heart. Firstly, he hated the people for being stupid and indifferent. Secondly, he hated this little official who regarded human life as nothing.
A hand gently tugged on his clothes, and when he turned his head, it was Liu Xiangling who handed over a small cloth bag with a bit of panic.
Weighing it with his hands, Shen Tang knew that in addition to the twenty taels of silver in the cloth bag, the silver hairpin was probably also in it. Obviously, Liu Xiangling would rather lose money than let Shen Tang be locked up.
However, Shen Tang had calmed down at this moment. He thought about it, and then said softly to Liu Xiangling: "No need to worry, I will handle this matter. I'm afraid I have to go to Shanyin with them later. You go and stay at Third Aunt’s house for a day or two.”
"No!" When Liu Xiangling heard this, she shook her head in panic. She even grabbed Shen Tang's hand regardless of her shyness.
In fact, if it is a matter of money, Shen Tang is willing to spend money to eliminate disasters. Although thirty taels of silver is not a small amount, it can be scraped together. However, let’s not talk about the trouble that dozens of taels of silver will bring, even if it is dealt with In the past, Shen Daqing might have made another treacherous plot.
Rather than swallowing his anger, it is better to take the initiative and at least make Shen Daqing a little afraid. Even if there is a chance, Shen Tang would not mind directly beating Shen Daqing into the dust.
In addition, if he can go to Shanyin County Government, it is exactly what Shen Tang expected.
The appearance of the Japanese-chasing army put great pressure on Shen Tang. Although the three people were killed, if the Japanese-chasing army appeared once, it might appear a second time. So, before the second arrival, Shen Tang You need to accumulate enough strength and have enough understanding of the Japanese-chasing army.
Cheng Yuhu knew the Japanese Army very well, but judging from the situation that day, he obviously didn't want to say more. In addition, if you want to know more about the Japanese Army, at least in Shen Tang's opinion, the only person with the highest authority in Shanyin County is Institutionalized.
As for whether there is a chance to understand, he will naturally act according to the opportunity. Now, it is better to go to the county government in the way he is in front of him than to go there in confusion.
"Don't worry, I have my own plan." Looking at Liu Xiangling's fearful eyes, Shen Tang couldn't help but said softly again: "I will return safely in a day or two at most."
After a while, Liu Xiangling nodded with difficulty. She hesitated for a moment, then turned around, unbuttoned a button, unbuttoned another item, and buttoned the button again.
"If it's not good, take this to Baijin Tower. You... must come back in good condition. I... will wait for you."
Feeling a slight warmth in the palm of his hand, he saw a green safety buckle the size of a copper coin lying in his palm.
Shen Tang didn't think much about it, he just thought that Liu Xiangling asked him to give this jade ornament to Baijinlou in exchange for some money in an emergency. So, he nodded and took it.
"I won't bother you to take them. Once you meet the adults in the county, if there are so many, I, Shen Tang, will naturally hand them over. If not..." Shen Tang sneered a few times, but said no more.
"Lao Bai, Da Zhuang, you guys collect the remaining tax money here, and we'll take the other tax money back first." The clerk turned around and ordered. Not long after, two fast men drove a donkey cart.
The quick hand wanted to step forward and grab Shen Tang, but was frightened away by Shen Tang's gaze. Shen Tang reassured Liu Xiangling a few times again and explained to Shen Ming. Then, without resisting, he followed the little official a few times. People left Shenjia Village and headed towards Shanyin County again.
I don't know if they were afraid of Shen Tang's bravery, or were frightened by the murderous intent that flashed in Shen Tang's eyes from time to time, but few people did not cause any trouble along the way.
In the afternoon, the group entered Shanyin County smoothly, turned twice, and arrived in front of the Shanyin County Government Office.
Shanyin County is the seat of Shaoxing, so the regulations and layout of the county government are also extremely upright.
In front of the county government office, a tall stone tablet stands. On it is a seal inscribed: "I will wear a jianmin and give orders to the guards. I ordered the engraved courtyard stone to be placed on the right side of the seat."
A quickie pulled the donkey cart around the main gate, while the clerk and another quickie led Shen Tang into the gate. Entering the gate, there are two rows of service rooms on both sides. After passing through the corridor of more than ten feet, we arrived again In front of a door, this is the Yimen. However, the clerk did not enter the Yimen, but went through the corner door on one side.
Although the county government is considered to be the lowest level institution of the imperial court, although the sparrow is small, it has all the internal organs!
Inside the Yimen, there are six rooms like six ministries. Among them, the three halls on the west side have signs for soldiers, punishments, and workers. On the east side, there are three rooms for officials, households, and rites.
He followed the clerk and Kuaishou through the platform, the lobby, and finally stopped at the second hall.
"You still have a chance to regret now. If you meet the adults, it will be too late." The clerk finally struggled.
He is a minor official under the chief bookkeeper. It would not be difficult for the chief bookkeeper to come forward and scare this person, but I am afraid that the money he received will have to be divided out again. Moreover, Shen Daqing's begging will be on him this time. , if it is not done properly, it will be difficult to meet each other next time.
But, now that we are here, how can Shen Tang retreat?
"Hmph!" The clerk glanced at Shen Tang bitterly, "Da Liu, you go find the squad leader and ask for help. I'll go see the chief registrar."
After the words fell, the two of them left, leaving only Shen Tang alone.
Shen Tang frowned, thinking about his next plan. If it goes well, that's all. If it doesn't go well, it's better to get a few dozen taels of silver to clear the way and get to know a bookkeeper, county magistrate, etc. than to fall directly into the hands of that petty official. Good deal.
Yes, this is Shen Tang's plan. The yamen door opens to the south. If you have money or no money, don't come in! If he doesn't have a little bit of planning, how can he come here easily?
"Bang!"
Just as Shen Tang was thinking, there was a bang, but someone bumped into his arm from behind.
Shen Tang turned around and saw a middle-aged man in a dark blue robe, frowning and looking at him. Judging from the appearance of this man, he might have been distracted while walking and accidentally bumped into him.
"Who are you? Is this county government a place for you to hang out?" The villain complained first. Before Shen Tang could speak, the man shouted at Shen Tang with some anger.
Shen Tang was about to reply a few words, but he heard the clerk's voice: "Shen Tang, why don't you come in and pay homage to the Registrar!"
Before he finished speaking, the figure of the little official came out of the hall.
However, when Shen Tang was about to enter the door, he saw that the clerk's eyes were wide open and he was dumbfounded.
"I've seen you, sir!" The clerk shuddered and saluted the man in blue robe in a panic.
"Huh!" The man glared at the clerk, then looked at Shen Tang again, looked him up and down, and asked aloud: "Are you Shen Tang? Shen Tang of Shenjia Village?"