On the second day after Xu Shu received the transfer order, he announced the news of his upcoming departure, packed his bags and prepared to leave Ziyang County.
For Xu Shu, Ziyang County is just the first stop on his life journey.
There is no doubt that this station was carried out smoothly and perfectly without any mistakes. After he left, the remaining matters in Ziyang County will naturally be continued by his successor. However, whether the successor officials continue to implement his policies will matter.
It's the same thing again. After all, every ruler has his own ideas and methods.
The news that Xu Shu was about to leave caused a huge sensation in Ziyang County.
When the people heard that Xu Shu was about to be promoted, they felt happy but sad at the same time.
They are happy because the people who care about them have a better future and have better development; they are sad because the officials who love the people like sons have left Ziyang County, and they don’t know what their successors will be like.
The officials and the people had mixed feelings, but they did not try to save Xu Shu because they could not stop Xu Shu selfishly.
Xu Shu wanted to leave quietly, but found that the people had already recognized him.
The people in the city walked out of their homes one after another to say goodbye to Xu Shu.
The common people supported the old and the young and stood silently outside the city.
Xu Shu stopped the carriage, got off the carriage, bowed deeply and saluted the people, then got on the carriage and ordered the groom to drive away.
Xu's mother was sitting in the carriage with a calm expression. She looked at Xu Shu with red eyes and said: "My son, give him a peach and give him a plum in return. The people's requirements are very simple. They only need a little food and clothing. You are so talented.
As you go, your official career will get bigger and bigger, but you can't forget today's scene, and you can't forget to see the people farewell to you. If you go to the fish and meat village one day, my mother will be the first one not to spare you."
Xu Shu said seriously: "My mother taught me, and I dare not forget it even for a moment."
The wheels turned and the carriage kept moving forward.
"Master Xu, have a good trip!"
"I wish Mr. Xu a long journey and a high career."
"Master Xu, the people of Ziyang County will always remember you. Remember to come back often."
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From behind the carriage, the voices of the people kept coming.
The wheels turned, and the carriage drove quickly, farther and farther, but the people in the city continued to bid farewell to Xu Shu. However, after all, the speed of the carriage was faster than the speed of the people running. When the carriage disappeared from the eyes of the people, only
When there was only a small black spot left, the people returned to the city and their homes lonely.
When Xu Shu set out for Chengdu, the transfer order from the Prefectural Mufu also came to Zizhong County and Jianxian County (today's Deyang).
Zizhong County is where Shi Tao served as county magistrate.
Jian County is where Meng Jian served as county magistrate.
The county towns where the two of them are located are small towns, not big, and the city walls are not thick. They were established during the reign of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty and became county towns. Like Xu Shu, after they arrived in the county town, they both followed their own governance methods and quickly stabilized the city.
The situation has gradually made the small county prosperous, and at the same time changed the atmosphere of the small county.
The two presided over the political affairs of one party and governed according to their own ideas. In the end, they both achieved the effect of not closing the door at night and not picking up things on the street. The results were remarkable and commendable.
The people are all simple and pragmatic. If you are good to them, they will be good to you.
When Xu Shu left, the people ran for several miles to say goodbye to Xu Shu. The scene was touching.
When Meng Jian and Shi Tao left, they both encountered the same situation. Even though they wanted to leave silently, countless people still discovered them and rushed to say goodbye.
Eggs, cooked meals, gifts...etc. to say goodbye to them, wanting to express my inner gratitude.
People are so easily satisfied.
Simple food and clothing are enough to make them grateful.
After Shi Tao and Meng Jian left, they headed for Chengdu.
The three people set off at different times, but due to the difference in geographical location, they arrived in Chengdu at almost the same time. After returning to Chengdu, the three people met at the inn.
Since the three of them had never lived in Chengdu and had no residence, they all lived in the inn. At this time, friends who had been separated for nearly eight months got together and were very happy. They told each other what they had encountered, with faces on their faces.
They were all filled with bright smiles. It was obvious that they had gained a lot during their time in power for more than half a year.
For them, the experience of these six months is definitely a valuable asset.
It may not be an amazing feat, but it is touching and makes people cry.
Meng Jian looked at the heroic Xu Shu and the heroic Shi Tao, sighed, and said: "In the past, four of us studied under the master. Now the three of us are serving as officials under the lord. We have gained a lot and are enjoying ourselves."
Among them, it is a pity that Zhou Ping (characterized by Cui Jun) still lives in seclusion in the mountains and forests and is unwilling to serve as an official!"
After hearing this, Shi Tao also sighed slightly, feeling a little sad.
Hearing this, Xu Shu shook his head and laughed and said, "Well, everyone has his own ambitions. The four of us seek benevolence and gain benevolence, and each has his own gain. Zhou Ping likes to live in seclusion in the mountains and forests, and travels in the mountains every day. He is free and easy, which can be regarded as self-satisfied.
And it is also a great pleasure for us to work hard in this world and bring benefits to the people. Everyone has something to gain, and there is nothing to be sad about."
Meng Jian nodded and said: "Yuan Zhi's words are reasonable, everyone has their own gain."
Shi Tao said: "Yuan Zhi, after more than half a year, we have been called back by the lord. What do you think the lord will ask us to do? Should we continue to rule? Or stay in Chengdu and become the lord's confidants?"
Xu Shu smiled and said: "Has Guangyuan (characterized by Shi Tao) thought about what to do? Whether he is going to continue to guard the side and benefit the people, or he can take over the central government and become the Lord's confidant."
After hearing this, Shi Tao and Meng Jian burst into laughter.
Both of them are smart people, so they naturally understand the meaning of Xu Shu's words.
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On the second day after the three returned to Chengdu, they received an order from Wang Can to let the three go to the Prefecture Mufu. Obviously, the time has come to decide where the three will go?
State Shepherd's Mansion, in the hall.
Wang Can is wearing a black official uniform, an ancient crown on his head, and a jade belt around his waist. He is sitting upright with a solemn expression, exuding an aura of nobility that is hard to look at.
"Tap! Tread!..."
Outside the hall, a steady sound of footsteps entered the hall from far to near.
Xu Shu, Meng Jian, and Shi Tao came hand in hand. The three of them walked side by side and entered the hall at the same time. After more than half a year of experience, the temperament of the three of them had changed a lot. When Wang Can met the three of them in Xian Mountain,
The three of them all had a hint of elegance, but now they exuded an air of official power. This was the effect of their experience in official circles.
"Greetings, my lord!"
The three of them bowed to Wang Can at the same time and bowed.
"sit!"
Wang Can waved his hand and motioned for the three of them to sit down.
After Xu Shu and the other three sat down, they did not take the initiative to speak, but quietly waited for Wang Can to speak. When they were in Xianshan, they did not submit to Wang Can. They could talk to Wang Can casually, and they could ask questions to test Wang Can.
However, after they became Wang Can's subordinates, they were no longer friends. Instead, they were distinguished by superiority and inferiority, and corresponding etiquette must be followed.
Wang Can pondered for a moment and said: "You are in charge of the government. You are very good at keeping your house open at night and not picking up things on the street. You can be regarded as a talented person in governing the world. However, you are indeed a talentless person by becoming a county magistrate. Even so, I believe in you.
After becoming the county magistrate, I will definitely not regret it."
These words are Wang Can’s true words.
He also started as a small soldier and worked his way up step by step, understanding the importance of grassroots experience.
Hearing this, Xu Shu clasped his fists and said, "What my lord said is true. In the past, Duke Zhongju (Chen Fan) once said that it was impossible to sweep the world without sweeping a house. During my time in charge of Ziyang, what I gained was not just political experience.
I also have an understanding of the ways of the world and the common people of the world. The experience of more than half a year will be the most important experience in my life."
Meng Jian also said: "Yuan Zhi's words are reasonable, and so is Jian."
Shi Tao nodded and agreed.
Wang Can looked at the three people happily. It can be seen from the words and deeds of the three people that these are definitely the words from the bottom of their hearts, because the results can be seen from the way they govern their respective counties. In this world, there are many famous people.
There are many talented people, but there are very few talented people who are willing to be pragmatic.
Wang Can was lucky because he met Shi Tao, Xu Shu and Meng Jian.
These three people are talented but pragmatic people.
Wang Can took a deep breath and said: "You have the experience of being in charge of the government, and you have the steps to be promoted. Now that you have been recalled to Chengdu with a transfer order, I am asking you about your future plans. Are you preparing to serve as a county guard or a pastoral guard?
Or are you going to stay in Chengdu and help me handle Chengdu's internal affairs?"
In one sentence, Wang Can's purpose of gathering the three people was revealed.
Xu Shu didn't hesitate at all, clasped his fists and said, "My lord, I am humble enough to be willing to guard the side."
Shi Tao then said: "My lord, even though I am humbled by my position, I am willing to guard a place and benefit the people there."
After the two of them finished talking, Meng Jian looked resolute and said: "The desire to humble oneself is the same as that of Yuan Zhi and Guang Yuan. He is also willing to guard the side, do practical things for the people, and benefit the people."
All three people chose to serve as officials.
In fact, the three people have considered this carefully. They all know that Wang Can has three giants, Guo Jia, Xun You, and Cheng Yu. There are three people who make suggestions for Wang Can. They are not needed at all. Besides, they want to integrate.
It was also very difficult, so they all chose the side of Mu Shou to display their talents.
After Wang Can heard this, he was not surprised. It was just a pity that Xu Shu also chose to go out to be an official. Xu Shu's talent was definitely that of a public official, so choosing the Mu Shou side was overkill.
However, Wang Can respects the three people's choices.
Everyone has the right to choose their own path. Xu Shu, Shi Tao, and Meng Jian are all talented people with their own life plans and dreams. They are willing to go out to be officials, so Wang Can tries his best to satisfy the needs of the three of them.
Require.
Wang Can looked out of the hall and shouted: "Here comes someone!"
Immediately, a soldier quickly ran in and bowed to Wang Can.
Wang Can ordered: "Bring a map!"
The soldier answered with clasped fists, then turned around to get the map. After a while, the soldier returned to the hall again and handed the map to Wang Can with both hands. After Wang Can took the map, he dismissed the soldier. With a big move, he said: "Yuan
Zhi, Guangyuan, Gongwei, you all come up and take a good look at the places on the map. The nine counties of Yizhou have given you many choices, tell me where you plan to serve as an official."
The three people stood up and walked forward, ready to choose which county to serve as officials.
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