The villain system of Mingyue in Qin Dynasty

From summer to autumn, the colors of the world. The pure green elegance is gone, the autumn wind blows, and the turbid yellow color enters the eyes. When they left Hedong and entered Wei, what Ying Ziyi and his party saw were ragged, skinny and sallow people on both sides of the road. Those who had some strength could escape to the mountains and forests and work in business without capital. The old and frail people are lying on the roadside, begging for a living.

Qin's law is strict, but the law is also tolerant. Along the way, there are dozens of counties and county officials, both foolish and wise. In order to fulfill the orders issued by Emperor Qin and for the sake of political achievements, some county magistrates mobilized a large amount of labor, which made people's livelihood miserable. However, some county magistrates cherish the people's strength and stay healthy and rest.

Therefore, along the way Ying Ziyi traveled, the scenery he saw varied greatly, including wealth, poverty, prosperity, and poverty.

"After crossing this mountain, will we reach Waihuang County?" Wangqiao said curiously, riding on his horse.

Wangqiao and Wangyou have lived in the mountains since they were young, but this is the longest trip they have ever taken. Different from Wangyou's reserved and restrained style, Wangqiao's excitement has already appeared on the page.

"Sister, Waihuang is still some distance away. Over this mountain is Yongqiu, and sixty miles to the east is Waihuang."

Whenever Wangqiao asked something, Wei Bao would always say it in an attentive manner. Although Wei Bao seems to have no formal status and is a romantic playboy, he is quite knowledgeable. Along the way, I forgot things but asked questions. Regardless of geography, folk customs, military situation, county governance, Wei Bao was always able to answer questions clearly.

Moreover, from Ying Ziyi's point of view, Wei Bao's answers seemed casual, and some even seemed like jokes. However, the essence of them, by extension, was something that a person who had studied the general trend of the world could not answer.

In a word, Wei Bao hides himself very deeply, rather like pretending to be a pig and eating the tiger.

This kid is really good at pretending.

"Uncle, how do you know that Waihuang is still sixty miles away? Have you been here?"

At this time, Ying Ziyi said tenderly, but his innocent expression made Wei Bao angry.

"Little brother, how many times have I told you that my brother is only in his early twenties and has not yet reached the level of an uncle." Wei Bao said pleasantly.

"Really? You really can't tell!" Ying Ziyi said very honestly.

Regarding the dispute between these two people, Wangyou is clear-minded. She knew very well why Ying Ziyi said that. As long as Wei Bao was nailed to the uncle's position, he would naturally not be able to attack Wangqiao again.

However, Wangyou glanced at Wangqiao, who seemed not to notice at all. Wangqiao looked at Wei Bao and asked, "Brother, are you hungry? I have some snacks here, do you want some?"

Wei Bao was surprised and delighted by Wangqiao's sudden kindness, with a smile on his face. Nodding, Wei Bao took the snack from Wangqiao, looked at Ying Ziyi proudly, and stuffed it into his mouth.

"..." Ying Ziyi was also helpless.

At this time, Wei Bao's servant Lao An rode his horse back from the front. As Wei Bao's servant, he not only shoulders the responsibility of guarding, but also serves as the detection responsibility for this group of people.

"Young Master, the Qin army ahead has blocked the mountain road."

Lao An hurried back, his face still a little uneasy.

"Blocking the road, why?" Xiaoyaozi rarely spoke along the way, but what he said could not be ignored.

"It is said that it is to search for bandits in the mountains and prevent them from entering Yongqiu."

"Bandits? Are there any decent bandits around here? When the Qin army attacked Wei, Wang Ben had already cleared this place." Wei Bao said strangely.

"Come on, let's go take a look." Wei Bao already had some thoughts in mind and said.

The group of people walked forward along the mountain road for about a mile, but they saw that checkpoints had been built on the main road. This is an important passage between the two places, with business travelers coming and going constantly. Among this group of Qin troops, the leader should be a centurion. He is described as ugly and wretched in appearance. He is commanding a group of Qin troops. From time to time, he also touches the passing women, including the beautiful ones.

"It turns out that you are trying to collect some money for traveling!" Wei Bao sneered disdainfully. At the same time, he did not forget to say to Wangqiao and Wangyou beside him: "You will follow me later, and try not to show your face, so as not to Lots of branches.”

"En|" Both Wangqiao and Wangyou nodded. They both understood what Wei Bao meant. They picked up the harness hanging from the saddle and put it on their heads.

Unexpectedly, before Ying Ziyi and his party stepped forward, this group of Qin troops encountered a tough challenge.

"Who are you? You dare to resist official duties." The centurion looked unhappily at the Confucian scholar in front of him who passed the test without paying.

"Oh? What kind of official duties am I resisting?" The man was wearing a Confucian skirt, but his hair was disheveled, his face was red, and he was holding a pot of wine in his hand. He showed no etiquette that a Confucian scholar should have.

At this time, all the passers-by gathered around and watched the excitement.

"We are here to block the roads and eliminate the bandits. We, the soldiers, are doing our best. As citizens of the Qin Dynasty, shouldn't you pay taxes?" said the centurion.

"Hahahaha!" After hearing this, the Confucian scholar laughed and said: "The military and government of the Qin Dynasty are divided into two parts. The collection of tax burdens has always been under the jurisdiction of the chief officials in the counties. When will it be your turn to collect the taxes? Does the general know? , according to the Qin law, what is the punishment for the crime of corruption and corruption? What's more, the Qin law clearly stipulates that business travelers who pass by on the road do not need to pay multiple taxes based on the pass. This is a virtuous policy issued by His Majesty the First Emperor. The general knows that, What punishment should be given to someone who blatantly disobeys His Majesty the First Emperor’s orders?”

The Confucian scholar was strong and strong. After speaking casually, he picked up the wine bottle in his hand and drank another drink.

"You...you..." The centurion broke into a cold sweat at what the Confucian scholar said. The centurion never expected that a man who knew the law would come to this remote and remote place. This caught the centurion by surprise.

"Nonsense... nonsense... you are talking nonsense." The centurion wanted to quibble. At this time, a Qin soldier beside him walked up.

Although Qin Bing spoke in the ear of the centurion, Ying Ziyi and his party were all masters and heard his words clearly.

"Master Bai Tu, I know this Confucian scholar, he is Li Shiqi, a mad scholar from Gaoyang."

"Is he famous?" Bai Tu asked with a puzzled look on his face.

"Yes, he is very famous in the local area. Although Li Shiqi is just a lowly official looking after the inner door, even the powerful local people and the county officials do not dare to use him casually."

"Really so powerful?" Bai Tu looked at the shaky drunkard in front of him, but he couldn't see that this guy was actually such a powerful orange.

Qin Bing nodded, his expression serious.

"Let's go, let's go!" Bai Tu ordered impatiently. He removed the barriers and allowed the business travelers waiting on both sides to pass. There was a burst of joy at that moment.

The Confucian scholar smiled and walked over with a wine flask. When he passed by Ying Ziyi, he glanced at the young man on the horse, then took another sip of wine and headed off into the distance.

Li Shiqi? Ying Ziyi smiled in his heart.