Shennong Daojun

"What? Old Sinong fell ill! Who did you listen to, Ziyu?"

"Someone from the Xue family came to the Agricultural Supervisor last night to ask for leave, so Mr. Chen notified Huailiuyuan."

Zhao Xing frowned and said, "Is it serious? Do you know the specific situation?"

Qian Dong next to him shook his head: "I just said that I am sick and need some time to recover, but I didn't say the specific time. The daily affairs of Huailiu Yuan will be temporarily managed by Mr. Chen."

Zhao Xing thought about it and said, "I want to go to Xue Mansion to visit. Are you willing to go with me?"

Chen Ziyu shook his head: "I'm afraid it won't work. Mr. Chen told me not to visit him so as not to disturb old Sinong. Some people went as early as possible, and the Xue Mansion also closed its doors to thank guests."

Zhao Xing frowned deeper, which was a bit abnormal.

First of all, there is no time for vacation. What if it is a minor illness?

Then they thanked guests behind closed doors and were not even allowed to visit, which was even more strange.

"Xue Wenzhong was ninety-eight years old. The imperial court extended his life span to him. It stands to reason that he should not die now before the end of his life span."

"But the imperial court's increase in longevity and wealth does not guarantee that people will grow old without any disease or disaster. It is normal for the elderly to get sick, but they are not allowed to visit for so long. What kind of disease is it? If the illness lasts for a year and a half, it will be a long time. Unable to return to work... Oh, old Sinong, you must hold on. "

"Uncle, please hold on, Bai'er will be fine." In Xue Mansion, in front of the hospital bed in the wing, the gray-haired old man looked at Xue Wenzhong lying on the bed, worried.

The speaker's name is Xue Quan, Xue Wenzhong's nephew.

The imperial court's "Increase longevity and pay attention to salary" generally does not favor the wife and children of officials of the ninth rank. Theoretically, Xue Wenzhong could live to be 150 years old, but his wife and children did not have such blessings. His wife died at the age of eighty-three. , son and daughter-in-law, died in their seventies.

So the only person accompanying Xue Wenzhong now is his nephew Xue Quan, who is relatively close to him. Even this nephew is already over sixty.

Xue Wenzhong looked out the window and murmured to himself: "What a sin, what a sin."

At this time, his lips were slightly white, which was indeed a symptom of illness, but the problem was not serious.

The reason why I was lying on the bed was purely out of anger.

Yesterday, he was informed by his servant that his grandson Xue Bai was in trouble in the county and was arrested.

The cause was that Xue Bai was having fun in the county town. After being drunk, he got into an argument with someone and beat him seriously. He caused trouble in the city and was naturally caught quickly. Xue Bai is now in jail in the county, waiting for the verdict.

Let’s not mention the consequences of paying money and going to jail. In the eyes of Xue Wenzhong, who is a clean and upright person, what kind of scandal is this?

In a hurry, Xue Wenzhong couldn't control the fluctuations of vitality in his body and fainted.

"Bai'er already knows he was wrong." Xue Quan comforted.

"Are you aware of your mistakes?" Xue Wenzhong's eyes fell on his nephew, "How many times has this happened to him?"

Xue Quan couldn't help but be speechless when he thought of his nephew's past.

Xue Wenzhong served as agricultural supervisor and had a good reputation for his character. His son was in business and had saved some money, which was considered to be a good thing.

When it comes to the grandchildren, perhaps it is because Xue Bai is an only child and is loved by all, and has been a troubled boy since he was a child.

Now, he has become a troubled youth.

Did he realize his mistake? Xue Quan himself didn’t quite believe it.

But I still need to persuade him: "You only have Xue Bai's bloodline after all. If you don't save him, will you just watch him be tortured and imprisoned?"

Xue Wenzhong shook his head: "Before, I was just idle and spending some money, but now I have hurt people and violated the law. Will it trigger the death penalty next time? Whatever should be done about this matter, you are not allowed to go to the county town."

"He hasn't married yet. If there's something wrong with him in prison, why not let my Ping'er go around on your behalf..."

"His father pampered him too much, which led to what happened today. After protecting him this time, how can he be protected for the rest of his life? I can only ensure that he receives a fair verdict. Since others can't discipline him, let the national law regulate it. Him."

"But uncle..."

"Okay, I'm tired, let me go out first." Xue Wenzhong seemed to have made up his mind.

Xue Quan was helpless. It seemed that now was not a good time to take advantage of the situation, so he had to surrender.

There was a sigh in the wing room, and Xue Wenzhong remembered what he had just said, his eyes full of sadness. He can use some of his long-established connections and family resources to save people, but can his grandson really understand his mistakes? If he leaves in the future, who can help look after him and protect the Xue family's fortune?

"Zhao Xing, Master Chen calls you to Baihuayuan."

Just as he was about to leave Huailiu Courtyard, someone suddenly called him.

I don’t know why the big leader suddenly asked to see me by name.

Could it be that his talent was discovered by the boss?

After arriving at the place, Zhao Xing realized that he had thought too much.

Because all the people on the first list were here, Chen Shijie not only called himself, but also the petty officials who had been on the first list.

Not only those who passed Xiaoshu last time, but also those who passed the exam this year are here, but there are not many, there are less than fifty people in total.

When I came to the lobby of Baiyuan Garden, I found that it was a little different from the past.

"What's going on? Are there people from the county government?"

"Is that Wang Long, the leader of Wubanfang?"

"There are at least seven qualified warriors. What's going on? Someone in the Si Nong Supervisor broke the law?"

"I don't know. Please be quiet. Master Chen is here."

Zhao Xing listened quietly.

After a while, Chen Shijie arrived. He asked everyone to be quiet first, and then nodded to Wang Long. The latter stepped forward and cupped his hands, shouting to everyone: "Master Chen, I invite you to gather together today because of the strange things that have happened in various places in Nanyang County in recent months. , there is a group of mysterious monsters who specifically target the agricultural supervisors, Tiangongfang and other officials and carry out plunder. "

"According to the order of the county government, all county offices should strengthen their precautions and catch the thieves. You don't need to worry about it in the city, but if you leave the city, it is best to travel together during the day. If you find someone following or suspicious, please report it in time."

"The East Lake Army and the various departments of the government have been dispatched. I believe that the thieves will be caught soon. Don't panic."

There was a commotion below. In this day and age, there are still bold and reckless strongmen? They really don't care about their lives.

Zhao Xing was also a little surprised when he heard it. How could the Xuantian Sect have such great power at this time? It forced the government to make such a big move.

After Wang Long finished speaking, Chen Shijie spoke:

"The talents on the first list are all candidates for the position of Si Nong with decent talents. If they really come to Gucheng, you will be the target."

"Just in case, this official has specially applied for a batch of treasures from the Transportation Department."

"I will not introduce their functions in detail. They are all things that can only be used by formal Si Nong, so I am just borrowing them for you to defend yourself temporarily."

"There is no need to panic too much. They may not be useful. It's just a precaution."

After speaking, someone walked through the clerks and distributed the treasures one by one.

As for why they were only distributed to them, the reason was also explained. Generally, only outstanding talents were captured, and mediocre talents did not need to be worried at all.

Soon Zhao Xing also saw the distributed treasures.

He was naturally not unfamiliar with the configuration of the formal Si Nong officials, but after seeing it, he was still slightly surprised: "Huh? It turned out to be these two things? The quality is actually quite good?"