The Founding of the Red Chamber

Lin Jing's itinerary here in Xie Zhifu was extremely smooth. Xie Zhifu was particularly supportive of Lin Jing's plan to continue recruiting soldiers in nearby counties and counties while taking advantage of the great victory. Xie Zhifu smiled, "It really is the best However, when I was sorting out the battle reports these days, I was thinking about it. However, I don’t know much about military affairs. To tell you the truth, I am a layman in military affairs, so I dare not speak easily, otherwise, It's a small matter to make jokes, I'm afraid that my layman will affect the experts, and as for the influence, it will not be good to fight against the Japanese in the future."

Zhifu Xie smiled, "Very good, very good, I will send Fang Tongzhi to do it." This matter is still handled by Fang Tongzhi, who is acquainted with Lin Jing. It can be seen that Xie Zhifu is sincere in doing this.

Lin Jing hurriedly got up to thank him, and the magistrate Xie personally helped Lin Jing to sit down, and said, "This is originally my duty, so why should you thank me? Seriously speaking, I should thank you. Ah Qing, you just recognized it, but you heard Fang Tongzhi say a lot about how you and Fang Tongzhi appeased the people in the city. It was me, the magistrate's yamen. I heard that I was harassed by Japanese bandits before. It was you who sent me from the army, Ah Qing. Silver repairs. Besides, before I came, I was still worried about the situation in Quanzhou Prefecture. Without him, I was worried about what the city would look like after two defeats. After I came, I saw that the streets were neat and the people were safe. I’m so grateful, I don’t know how to express it.”

Zhifu Xie sipped his tea and said with a smile, "I wanted to talk to you a long time ago, but I was worried and made you cautious. Now that you are a free and easy person, let's stop talking."

Lin Jing smiled, "Those things should have been done. We were originally in Zhejiang Province, which was closer to Fujian Province. We came here under the order of the governor, a few days earlier than the governor and prefect. If we came, everything would be fine. Don’t listen or ask, what kind of person is that? My lord, don’t be so polite. In the future, our generals will only know how to march and fight, and don’t deal with affairs. I’m afraid that there will be some troubles for your lord.”

"Where is this? If you don't bother me, I'll be angry instead." The magistrate Xie's unrestrained speech really deserves to be from a famous family. Lin Jing thought, although this magistrate Xie had never seen in the capital before, To be able to come to Quanzhou City to compete with Governor Kong at this time, I think he is also an outstanding figure in the Xie clan.

Lin Jing was a little embarrassed again, and said, "I have something to ask, the magistrate."

"Ah Qing, just say what you want."

"Should we ask the governor to show us how to recruit soldiers?" Lin Jing sighed as he spoke.

"Of course it should be." Prefect Xie smiled, "There's nothing to sigh about."

Lin Jing looked at Zhifu Xie, and said, "The two adults are not friendly, I'm afraid that if you follow the brother's love, you will lose your sister-in-law."

Zhifu Xie suddenly burst into laughter.

After Lin Jing left, Zhifu Xie still talked to Zheng Yun, "This Li Xiucai is really a wonderful person. Interesting and interesting."

Zheng Yundao, "Although his fame is limited and his background is not obvious, he is a hundred times stronger than ordinary scholars."

"After all, people who have gone through wars are unusual in their courage." Zhifu Xie has a good impression of Lin Jing, one is that Lin Jing speaks neatly, and the other is that when Lin Jing knows that Xie and Kong are not on good terms, how can Lin Jing be able to do so? Coming to the prefect's yamen to discuss the matter of recruiting soldiers, this naturally made the prefect Xie happy.Xie Zhifu said, "Old Zheng, you tried your best to let me meet this Li Xiucai." Xie Zhifu is a fourth-rank official, but Lin Jing is a low-ranking official. However, Lin Jing's current status is just an aide next to Tu Xiaosan, and the magistrate Xie can still see him in person.However, when he saw Lin Jing, Zhifu Xie completely forgot their identities, and talked happily with Lin Jing. With his own identity, he felt that Lin Jing was worth seeing.

It has to be said that this is Lin Jing's unique demeanor.

Lin Jing came out from the magistrate's yamen, even though Zheng Yun took him to avoid the governor's driving, but in this Quanzhou city, naturally many people reported to the governor's yamen about Lin Jing's private meeting with the magistrate's yamen.When Governor Kong heard about this, he became even more depressed.

After Kong Fanyu found out, he also frowned deeply, and smiled suddenly for a while, and said, "Father, don't worry, the magistrate's yamen is there, and there are many people going there. This Li Xiucai can go to the magistrate's yamen, so naturally he can come to us too." The governor's yamen. I don't believe it, but in just a few days, General Lin took refuge in Xie Zhifu? General Lin is a high-ranking official of the third rank, and the prefect is only a fourth-rank official."

Governor Kong said, "It's unlikely that he will seek refuge, but General Lin doesn't look like a careless person."

"If you have a big heart and a small heart, you can suppress the Japanese bandits." Kong Fanyu said, "When my father first arrived in Quanzhou, he had a great record of defeating the Japanese bandits. The court will definitely reward his father. It can be seen that Governor Zhang sent this General Lin Going to Fujian is to sincerely help my father to suppress the bandits."

"Look, he seems to be able to obey my orders?" Governor Kong said, "You didn't see it before, but he seems to be wearing the same pants as that surnamed Xie."

"Father, if you think this way, if General Lin doesn't have this intention, wouldn't you push General Lin to the prefect Xie's house instead?" Kong Fanyu also knew that his father was a little disgraced before, but, in front of his father In the face of adults, it's not easy to speak out about the past.

After all, Governor Kong is also a veteran in the officialdom for many years, and said to his son, "Let someone go and find out, why did Li Xiucai go to the magistrate's yamen?"

Kong Fanyu said, "My son has already asked someone to do it."

This son's work is very much in line with Governor Kong's wishes.However, after inquiring about it, Governor Kong Yufa felt overwhelmed. Without him, his subordinates are extremely capable. Although he did not inquire about the specific affairs of Lin Jing's visit to the prefect's yamen, Lin Jing had tea with Zheng Yun, the prefect's first confidant. However, I came back after inquiring about it.Next, in the afternoon of the same day, the prefect of Kong personally went to the Governor's Yamen to discuss with Governor Kong about the continued recruitment of soldiers in the army, and Governor Kong knew why Lin Jing went to the Governor's Yamen.Governor Kong is almost at the point of death, without him, why doesn't this matter come directly to the governor's yamen, instead of going to the magistrate's yamen, what, what does this surname Lin mean!

Fortunately, Governor Kong is very clear about government affairs. Right now, Quanzhou City's anti-Japanese situation is very good. Just after a big victory, Governor Kong does not want to delay military affairs due to government disputes.Governor Kong quickly said, "We are all civil servants on this matter, how to recruit soldiers, let's invite General Lin to come over, let's discuss together."

Xie Zhifu smiled and said, "Yes, before the official came, I sent someone to the army to invite General Lin to come over."

General Lin came over very quickly, and Li Xiucai (Lin Jing), the number one dog beside General Lin, also followed.Regarding the matter of recruiting soldiers, not to mention that Zhifu Xie originally wanted to get a closer relationship with General Lin, even the heartbroken Governor Kong did not show the stupidity of sowing discord at first, but just discussed the matter and listened to it. Only Xiaosan talked about the regulations for recruiting soldiers.In fact, the two of Kong and Xie are considered to be mid-to-high-ranking officials. It is impossible for them to be ignorant of military affairs. Both of them agreed to the regulations, and they did not fight.

It's just that every time a soldier is recruited, five liang of silver will be given to the family. Governor Kong said, "You all know the situation in Quanzhou City. It would be a lie to say that there is no one liang of silver in the treasury. Today is no more than what it was before." The [-] silver that was sent by the governor, and the autumn tax was withheld. How much money is required for recruiting soldiers? General Lin, please provide an official document, and I will raise money for you here."

Tu Xiaosan hurriedly stood up and thanked him, thinking that Governor Kong is not stupid at all when it comes to serious military affairs.

Governor Kong held a heart-stirring recruiting meeting, completely unaware that he had changed slightly in Tu Xiaosan's heart.Several adults were discussing serious matters, and the staff naturally sat outside and drank tea. Although Kong Fanyu was not an aide, he also joined the staff, talking with everyone, and drinking tea, which was white tea bought by the Minzhou government. Lin Jing smiled, "Fujian is such a good place where tea is produced. This tea is of good quality and tastes good." He still only took two sips and never ate more.

Kong Fanyu was intending to get close to Lin Jing, seeing what Lin Jing said, he wanted to give Lin Jing more tea, Lin Jing thanked, "I can't drink more tea."

Kong Fanyu didn't ask any more questions, and immediately sent someone to change Lin Jing's warm water.Everyone had tea together and talked about some idle chapters. After the adults had finished discussing, they went back to their own homes.Zheng Yun wondered if Lin Jing intended to befriend Kong Fanyu or something, but he thought about it again, even though a smart person like Lin Jing is close to their magistrate's yamen, he might not be able to get along with the governor in a short time. The Yamen turned against its purpose.This time, Lin Jing first discussed the matter of recruiting soldiers with the prefect's yamen, and Lin Jing was afraid that he would find an opportunity to explain something to the governor's yamen.

But, how to explain this?

Zheng Yun shook his head and smiled, no matter how he explained, anyway, this is something Lin Jing should be embarrassed about.

In Zheng Yun's view, Lin Jing went to the magistrate's yamen first, no matter how much he didn't want the governor's yamen to misunderstand, but he did everything in this matter, and the governor was not a broad-minded person. It is not difficult to get the governor's yamen's understanding. .

It's just that it's not difficult for Zheng Yun, but it couldn't be easier for Lin Jing.

Kong Fanyu really posted a message, asking Lin Jing to visit the house to enjoy the flowers.

Speaking of which, the only thing that can be admired today is the Chongyang chrysanthemum.

Zheng Yun really invited Lin Jing to appreciate the chrysanthemums. Lin Jing saw hundreds of pots of chrysanthemums placed against the marble, and it was quite a sight to admire.Lin Jing glanced at it roughly, and said with a smile, "This flower can come to the Governor's Yamen, and it is not an insult to them."

Kong Fanyu smiled and said, "It's all thanks to General Lin."

Lin Jing looked away from the chrysanthemum, and said, "I don't understand what I said."

Kong Fanyu said, "When my father first came to take office, the city was in a state of desolation. Later, the Japanese bandits besieged the city, and the people were even more terrified. But General Lin won a big victory, and the Japanese bandits were also ordered to be wiped out by General Lin. Brother Li had I don't know, when you first went to Fujian to recruit soldiers, the autumn grain hadn't been harvested yet, because the governor's yamen was raided by Japanese bandits, my father thought, let alone others, the yamen servants always had to recruit some, and besides, every month There is also the salary of the officials. But there is not a single needle in the treasury. Without money, nothing can be done. Fortunately, we brought some money with us when we came, but it was only a thousand taels of silver. Food and food are enough to live on. How can they get enough for the people who go up and down the governor's office? Before the money from the Governor-General has arrived, my father thought about collecting some commercial taxes first. Alas, the big households in the city are complaining. I didn’t hang myself. When my father saw it, he didn’t dare to bother them, so I had to be his beloved jade paperweight.”

Lin Jing said hastily, "I didn't know this happened. Where is the paperweight now? No matter how our Quanzhou City is, we dare not wrong the Lord Governor like this."

"That's just a word, I redeemed it back a long time ago." Kong Fanyu smiled, "Now that General Lin has defeated the Japanese bandits, you don't know, those big families who prevaricated and hanged themselves in the past are not so polite now. Originally, I was still thinking that two pots of chrysanthemums should be placed for the Double Ninth Festival, but I don’t want to use up the ones they gave you. When you leave, I will send you two carts.”

Lin Jing smiled and said, "I don't want it. These snobs, why didn't I receive one pot? No, I will wait at home when I go back. I just want to have a look. Didn't anyone give me two pots?"

Kong Fanyu laughed amusedly at Lin Jing's words, "Don't worry, I'll see that you don't have to pile up mountains and fill the sea."

The two chatted and laughed, Kong Fanyu said with a smile, "In a few days, Father wants to hold a Double Ninth Festival banquet on the Double Ninth Festival. Ah Qing, you and General Lin are welcome to come over. Let's have wine and enjoy the chrysanthemums together."

Lin Jing smiled, "It's an honor."

"You are too polite. Although we haven't known each other for a long time, I feel that I have hit it off with you. I know that you must have a lot of business on weekdays, but if you have free time, it's good for us to look at the scenery and enjoy the flowers together. Even if there is anything in the army that you need to help, just tell me." Kong Fanyu finally got to the point, he was very sincere, "Right now, the most important thing for us in Quanzhou City is to fight against the Japanese. Although my father is a civil servant , and I often think that although I can't help you in war, other general affairs are nothing more important than being in the army."

Lin Jing was a little embarrassed, hesitant to speak.Kong Fanyu hurriedly asked, "Ah Qing, what's your problem?"

"It's hard to say, I'm going to say it, the governor will definitely be angry." Lin Jing said.

"Hey, don't make people anxious. It's hard to say what's the matter? Don't worry, my father is not a small person. If you have something to do, just talk about it." Kong Fanyu really gave Lin Jing his feet Appetite, even though he knew that Lin Jing's hesitation to speak was just to whet his appetite, otherwise, if he really didn't want to speak, Lin Jing would not even show such a tone.However, even so, Kong Fanyu was really curious.

Lin Jing said, "The governor wanted to use our general as a spearman to deal with the magistrate regarding the military exploits last time, right?"

Rao, with Kong Fanyu's imagination, he never thought that Lin Jing, he, he, just, just said it outright!

The embarrassment on Lin Jing's face became more serious, and he said, "Last time the general told me about the matter with the governor, I think it's strange."

Of course Kong Fanyu can deny it, deny it, deny it, and refuse to admit it!However, the moment he met Lin Jing's eyes, he suddenly understood that denying is definitely not a wise way. On the contrary, it is quite stupid. I can't believe it. Every time my father thinks about it, he regrets it very much, but that day, he was really angry with Zhifu Xie. Hey, you are also in the officialdom, so you should also know that the prefect's yamen and the governor's yamen are in the same prefectural city, so there are many things. My father has read books of sages and sages all his life, and has been in the world for many years. He is not a person who ignores the overall situation. Prefect Xie also has his own way of doing things. Originally, the two of them had a dispute over the list of military exploits. After General Lin came over, my father got angry and made a joke. Our Confucius family, after the saints, if my father really wanted to run against the prefect of Xie, why would he use such a simple method? He didn't think much about it in a fit of anger, just thought General Lin was also entrusted by Governor Zhang, so we were naturally close. Later, he himself regretted it quite a bit, but he was getting old and couldn't hold back his face. I always wanted to find an opportunity to make amends with General Lin on his behalf. Today General Lin is not here, so you, Ah Qing, will tell you the same thing." Then he got up and bowed solemnly.

Lin Jing hurriedly supported Kong Fanyu, and said repeatedly, "I'm ashamed of you."

Kong Fanyu smiled, "This is as it should be. When you go back, you have to tell General Lin that our two families should not be unfamiliar with such trivial matters."

"Then how can it be?" Lin Jing heard Kong Fanyu's words, of course he heard that Governor Zhang relied on the Kong family in the capital, which was beyond Lin Jing's expectation.Lin Jing kept his composure and continued, "Brother A Yu, you can call me A Qing. Our lords were originally donated officials, and we only did military duties to avenge our family. We have no foundation in the army. In the past few years, it is all thanks to Mr. Zhang’s support, otherwise, how could we have today! Brother Ayu, you are right, we should get closer in the future."

Kong Fanyu took Lin Jing's hand, "It's what you said, young brother."

Because of Governor Youzhang, the two became more and more intimate when talking.

Finally, the meeting with Lin Jing allowed Kong Fanyu to temporarily relieve Governor Kong's doubts.Governor Kong smiled, "I originally thought that he is a reckless man, but I don't think so, he really has a lot of scheming."

Kong Fanyu said, "After all, this is a general under Governor Zhang's command. What's more, he just came to Quanzhou and his father was first, so I'm afraid it will make General Lin suspicious."

Governor Kong twitched his beard and said, "It's better to suppress this Xie."

Kong Fanyu persuaded, "After all, General Lin is a third-rank general. What's more, he has just made a great contribution, and his official position will inevitably be promoted again. I am afraid that he is not willing to be driven by us with such an official position."

Governor Kong's eyes sank, and he looked at his son, "Ah Yu, even the best knife, if it's not in my hands, what good is it?"

Kong Fanyu said, "Father, since it is a precious sword, it naturally has the arrogance of a precious sword. It is like a strong horse on the grassland. I heard that the better the horse, the harder it is to be tamed. But once tamed, it must be loyal and unyielding." Two, live up to this life. As long as this knife is not in the hands of the Xie family, it will be harmless to us. What's more, this knife is going to be used to suppress bandits right now, father, I can't leave him for a while!" Serving warm tea on the table superior.

Governor Kong sighed, took the tea, and took a sip, "That's all."

The author has something to say: Little Theater:

Tu Xiaosan: Ah Jing, what did you do?

Lin Jing: Kong Fanyu invited me to enjoy the chrysanthemums.

Tu Xiaosan: The surname Kong, you wait to die~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~