Maid of a wealthy family

Chapter 53 The new head of the regiment (1)
Lan Hongen listened to everyone's discussion with a smile on his face, without saying a word, as if what everyone said had nothing to do with him.But he couldn't help being excited.He finally brought down this usually arrogant and arrogant guy.Of course, overthrowing him is not the goal, what he wants is the bigger good news later.Sure enough, Cao Yuru knocked on the table to stop everyone's discussion, and then said: "Everyone be quiet! A country cannot live without a king, and there are more than 1 people in Liujiang Field, nor can it live without a king!" As he said, his His eyes wandered around the venue.Lan Horn was startled when it was swept across Lan Horn's face.He hoped that Cao Yuru's eyes could stay on his face for a while longer, so that he could see what he needed from Cao Yuru's eyes.But Cao Yuru just glanced at him briefly, and then moved away immediately.

Lan Hongen's heart rose to his throat, and he looked at Cao Yuru nervously, waiting for him to continue.Cao Wangru finished sweeping the meeting room, and finally continued: "Now, please recommend to me a righteous and promising person who is upright and upright, who lives up to the expectations of all people, as the new head of the Liujiang Field..."

Before Cao Yuru finished speaking, everyone was stunned for a while, and then they all showed surprise, and said "ah" in doubt.

Even Lan Hongen was confused, and looked at Cao Yuru in bewilderment.Cao Yuru patted the table again and explained:

"Quiet! Don't be surprised. At present, the President is advocating a new life and calling for the implementation of democracy. Since I am a loyal believer of the President, it is time for me to practice the President's call. Now, please recommend it!"

After hearing this, all the squires understood, and for a moment, joy appeared on everyone's faces.This look, as if this good thing will happen to him.Then, they all whispered to each other.

Immediately, there was a "buzzing" sound in the room like a wasp's camp.

Lan Horn was like an ant on a hot pot, anxious.He didn't expect that Cao Yuru would implement some kind of "democracy" and let the people choose him. Can these people with seven fathers and eight hearts be able to push him?Besides, he usually prides himself on his loftiness, and has never had any contact with these gentry, and he also advertises himself as "a man in Taoyuan" and does not want to be an official.Too bad, this day's big good will definitely not be his turn.Thinking about it again, could it be that Cao Yuru didn't understand what he meant?No way, although the words are oblique, but the smart Cao Yuru can't hear it?Or, the last time Cao Yuru asked him to go out to teach, but he refused, Cao Yuru was still angry.Thinking of this, I couldn't help looking at Cao Yuru with begging and flattering eyes, but Cao Yuru's attention didn't seem to be on him, as if he was bowing his head in thought.

When Lan Hongen was in despair, Cao Yuru knocked on the table again to stop everyone from whispering.Then, his eyes swept over the crowd again, his face sank, and he said bluntly: "Everyone heard that democratic recommendation is required, like a wasp blowing up a camp, it seems that they will all fall on their own heads, don't they? But as One side of the gentry turned a blind eye to the illegal actions of the group leader, and allowed him to do anything wrong, harming the villagers! If it weren't for the fact that Master Lan of Lan Fu disregarded his feelings, spoke uprightly, made decisions for the people, and reported to us, wouldn't the illegal group be still running rampant? The village? Where is your conscience, huh?"

After hearing this, all the country gentry who were in high spirits immediately understood that the governor's criticism of them was false, and it was always true to let Lan Hongen form a group.They knew that their family was not as good as Lan Mansion, and they had heard that the governor and Lan Hongen were classmates and friends, and Lan Hongen had a good reputation.One by one, they were discouraged, lowered their heads, and stopped talking.

Lan Hongen was elated, and looked at Cao Yuru gratefully.Cao Yuru didn't look at him, but only looked at the crowd and said: "My words are serious. If you have any in the future, you can change them, and if you don't, you can encourage them. Now, please recommend it."

The venue fell silent again.After a while, a wise squire finally raised his head, broke the silence and said, "Let's recommend Brother Lan Hongen!"

This statement is equivalent to giving a start to the gentlemen of the country.Next, everyone started talking one after another, as if they were afraid of falling behind and offending the future leader of the regiment.One said: "Yes, yes! Brother Hong En must be the head of the regiment."

The other went on to say: "Yes! Master Lan is serving the Xiangbang, it is really a blessing for all people!"

Immediately someone took over and said: "Old people in Zili, don't you sing praises to Master Lan! Master Lan is the head of our team, and all people will remember him."

An elderly squire with a fluttering silver beard stood up and actually called Lan Hongen "Lan Gong", saying: "Yes! Lan Gong repaired the first tomb, built a branch, set up a sacrificial field, and respected the ancestors. Dunbenzhi, Zhou is poor, cares for the orphans and widows, governs the villagers. To build a school, extend teachers and Confucianism, benefit descendants, really great virtues!" He shook his head and counted Lan Hongen's many merits in one breath, because he felt that he was right. At last.If Lan Hongen kept it in mind in the future and sent them more money, wouldn't it be a disadvantage?Therefore, he felt that it was necessary to exaggerate Lan Hongen's merits and virtues, in order to please both Lan Hongen and the county governor.

When Lan Hongen heard this, his heart burst into joy.He suddenly felt a lot more energetic, and his eyes glowed red with excitement.He was amazed by Cao Yuru's talent, and he really deserved to be an old official who did everything seamlessly.And a little grateful to everyone, he is still a person who knows the current affairs.He wants to shout, wants to shout, wants to go out and have fun.But he has nothing, he can't show the arrogance of wanting to be an official too much, on the contrary, he has to refuse it, so as to conform to his usual lofty airs.Thinking of this, he suddenly put on a look of sincerity and fear, stood up and bowed to everyone, and then said very modestly: "Everyone is so kind, Lan is very grateful. But Lan is young and ignorant, and indifferent by nature, what virtue is there?" How can you dare to take on this important task? I also hope that elders and brothers will not choose sages."

The more he said that, the more the squires recommended earlier dared not change their words, and they said one after another: "My virtuous brother is as tall as a mountain, and the old man Huangtong is known to everyone. How can you say he has no virtue?"

Lan Hongen still said with embarrassment: "My elders and my dear friends, Lan really dare not take on the important task of the regiment leader! Now there are tens of thousands of people in Liujiangchang, the land is barren, the products are not abundant, and it is flooded from time to time. Drought disaster. The hope of all the people is tied to one person, and there must be great virtue and great ability! Lan is young, if he fails the people's expectations, how can I see Jiangdong's elders? Therefore, I hope that the elders, brothers and governors will choose another The virtuous and the capable." After speaking, he bowed to Cao Yuru again, and then looked at Cao Yuru.

After hearing Lan Hongen's heart-to-heart words, the country gentry started discussing again.

At this time, Cao Yuru spoke hastily: "Xiang Lan, I think that since you all voted unanimously, you should accept it! You were right just now, even though Liujiangchang is small, there are thousands of people. The life and death of the people depend on There is only one head of the regiment. My virtuous brother is benevolent and honest, and is well-known among all people. Being the head of the regiment can not only make me feel at ease, but also the people can receive his salary widely. What do you think?"

After Lan Hongen heard this, the heart that was suspended just now fell down again.But he still said: "Your Majesty, I really don't dare to take on this important task. Lan reported the subordinates' tricks, just wanted to eliminate harm for the people, and never had the slightest intention of taking other people's salaries. In this way, wouldn't Lan become an unjust person?" people?"

Cao Yuru said: "Saving the people from the upside down is a manifestation of great benevolence and righteousness. Brother Lan Xian's appointment as the regiment president is already the hope of the people. It is so decided."

After Lan Hongen heard this, he still wanted to say something, and everyone supported the governor's decision one after another, saying: "Yes, yes! Who else can secure this place except you?" "Master Lan , Respect is worse than obedience, you just agree."

After a long time, Lan Hongen gratefully saluted all the squires, and said awkwardly: "Okay! Seniors and brothers who want to drive ducks to the shelves, I'd rather be respectful than obedient."

All the squires applauded and shouted: "Okay, that's right."

But Kelan Hongen restrained his smile, and bowed to everyone, saying: "Since you trust me so much and praise me, I thank you very much. But if you want to save all the people, you have to rely on you! As the saying goes: one Three stakes for the fence, three gangs for a good man, isn't it?"

The squires replied inexplicably, "Why not?"

Lan Hongen still said solemnly: "Since everyone knows this truth, Lan will speak out. We are all country gentlemen. But in the bamboo huts, the people still have no food and clothing, and there are many sufferings. All the people look forward to us. Since ancient times, being rich and unkind has been ridiculed by all people, and being kind and generous has been a good talk in the world. To prepare for floods and droughts, Lan planned to Liujiang farm set up a charity warehouse to support the poor, but Nailan's family is so meager that it is difficult for one person to afford it. In this way, we must rely on your generosity and help!"

The squires understood, and couldn't help but look at each other with embarrassment.But due to the face of Lan Hongen and the governor, and it was inconvenient to say anything, they all lowered their heads again.

When Lan Hongen saw it, he hurriedly asked: "What's the matter? Everyone just stood by and watched?"

The squires were silent for a while, and felt embarrassed, so they raised their heads and said hesitantly, "Since Lan Xiandi said it, how can we not listen?" "Yes! Since Master Lan cares about the people, we are also willing Imitate."

Only then did Lan Hongen become happy, and said: "Okay! Lan represents all the people here, thank you all in advance! There are two other things: the beautiful water stream in the west of the field, the bridge collapsed early, and the winter and summer of the people. Wading through the water is miserable. The Tianren Bridge in the north of the field has been built and stopped repeatedly due to the huge cost. It has not yet been completed, and many people complain. Lan is willing to take the lead in donating 2000 yuan to relieve the suffering of people wading. Insufficient Some of you are still looking forward to your help!"

After hearing this, all the squires had another "ammonia" and discussed in whispers.

Lan Hongen saw it, and hurriedly said: "If you have difficulties, Lan will not force you. But those two bridges are both merit bridges, and they need to be built with stones as monuments, so that future generations will leave them."

The squires were silent for a while after hearing this, and then stood up one after another. Some shouted out one thousand, and some called out five hundred.Lan Horn hastily called someone to register.

Seeing you, Cao Yuru and Chu Jiamao hurried over, bowed to Lan Hongen, and said happily: "Brother Lan, everyone recommended you as the regimental president, you are really the right choice."

Lan Hongen said: "Where there is, if you want to become a thousand gold, you have to borrow the armpits of ten thousand foxes! It all depends on the cultivation of the people!"

Then, Chu Jiamao called the former head of the regiment in, handed over the seal and a document in person, and Lan Hongen officially became the head of the Liujiang Field.

At noon, Lan Hongen returned to Lan Mansion with the butler and servants.Compared with when he went there, Lan Horn was more energetic and energetic.Walking to the front door, I saw that the buildings in the manor were resplendent in the sunlight, as if shrouded in auspicious clouds.Lan Hongen became even happier. He thought that the first thing he did when he took office was to let all the people in the audience add one yuan to the "regiment training" fee to buy a batch of guns and arm a row of capable men in the manor. Tuan Ding.In this way, he can sit back and relax, and no longer have to worry about the attacks of bandits and strongmen.

Chrysanthemum returned to Lan Mansion that afternoon.

That night, Chrysanthemum did not know how many falls and fears she had suffered before she came to the foot of the mountain after dawn.Her trousers were torn by thorns, her face, hands, and feet were bruised, and her body was covered in mud.Fortunately, she has not lost her way in the mountains, nor was she caught by patrolling bandits.When she stumbled to the foot of the mountain and saw a piece of dawn shining on the frozen ground under her feet, she suddenly wanted to cry.She seemed to feel that she had been imprisoned in that cave for many years, and now she saw the earth and the blue sky at once, and she had a refreshing feeling of freedom. When she slightly relieved her tense mood all night, she felt extremely tired.My feet seemed to be filled with lead, and I couldn't move a step anymore, my eyelids were fighting, and my stomach was so hungry that it kept groaning.She wanted to sit down and have a rest, but she was worried that this place was not far from the cottage, if Ran Longgui and the others chased him down, they would be in danger of being caught.Want to continue on the road, but can't.After thinking about it for a long time, I suddenly saw a rock protruding from the middle of a stream in front of me. Two huge rocks were placed on the rock in the shape of a "herringbone", which happened to be a natural hiding place.After thinking about it, she walked over with her tired legs, stepped on the stones in the river to the rock, and hid in the "herringbone" gap.As soon as I sat down leaning against the stone, my eyelids closed and could no longer be opened.After an unknown amount of time, Chrysanthemum was suddenly awakened by the sound of hurried and chaotic footsteps.She opened her eyes and looked, suddenly startled.Several men hurried over from the path she had come down earlier.Although the men didn't wear masks and didn't mention the ghost-headed sword, judging from their fierce expressions, they could be guessed to be from the Nine Layers Village.Chrysanthemum's heart tightened for a moment, they must have come after her.When they got closer and took a look, Chrysanthemum really recognized that the leading man was Fu Kui.Chrysanthemum was so frightened that she didn't dare to breathe out, and pressed her body tightly against the stone wall.Even so, her body was still shivering unceasingly.Fortunately, the men didn't notice the two stones, and hurried past the path beside the stones while talking.

Only then did Chrysanthemum breathe a sigh of relief, and the cold sweat from fright was blown by the wind, making her body tremble.

After the men left, Chrysanthemum felt that she could no longer stay here.So he climbed out of the hole and ran forward desperately.After running for a while, she felt extremely thirsty and hungry, and wanted to find a place to ask for a drink or something to eat.She looked under a small hill, and there happened to be a hut, so she mustered up her courage and walked towards it.Walking to the edge of the yard, I suddenly saw a group of people surrounded by the yard, and there was a miserable cry from inside.Chrysanthemum didn't know what happened, she stood for a while, but hunger and thirst drove her towards the crowd.

(End of this chapter)