"You need to come up with an explanation for your matter." Wei Fangyun clicked on the letter in Meng Changqing's hand and said: "Not only this, but also other adults present. Mr. Mao doesn't even care about suppressing bandits in the county. In order to get an explanation, you cannot ask your Lordships to bear the loss in vain."
Mao Chunfang smiled awkwardly and sighed to Meng Changqing: "I thought we had always gotten along well, but now is my critical moment. What's the difference between your doing this and stabbing me in the back?"
Meng Changqing's tone was sincere, "Master Mao, I'm really sorry for you." Meng Changqing turned to the others present, "My actions were really ill-considered, and I'm sorry to all of you.
But I don’t want to take back what I said. If there are other ways to make up for your losses, I will do my best to achieve it. "
"Why bother?" Master Zeng from Quping County said, "Master Meng, just change your mind and take back those words."
Hua Rujin said: "How can government orders be repeated? How can an official be governed if he breaks his trust with the people?"
Zeng Jing replied: "The way Mr. Hua looked just now, I thought you were also dissatisfied with Mr. Meng's move. Unexpectedly, you actually agreed?"
"When did I ever agree?" Hua Rujin said helplessly, "Just stop provoking it."
"Brother Hua." Zeng Jing stood up and walked towards Hua Rujin, who was sitting opposite him, "I haven't seen you for a few months, and you look older. At this age, you should be less angry." After that, he said Sitting next to Hua Rujin.
Lord Ding of Luojiang County asked: "Master Futai, this matter has been passed by the imperial court. I wonder if the letter from the officials approved or disapproved it?"
Wei Fangyun looked at Sun Xiang next to him, "You have read the letter, it's up to you to speak."
Sun Xiang said: "The imperial court did not clearly explain this matter."
Several county officials present looked at each other, "In this case, the court is acquiescing to Master Meng's approach." Master Ding said: "Then I can't say anything, so I will naturally follow the court's arrangements."
"Hey!" Mao Chunfang reached out to him, wanting to say something, but finally held back and withdrew her hand.
"It's getting late." Ding Aixue said: "The daylight is short now, and it will get dark as soon as Shenshi arrives. The roads are not smooth these days, so it would be better for everyone to go back earlier."
After he finished speaking, he stood up and saluted Wei Fangyun, "Master Futai, I would like to take my leave first."
Wei Fangyun looked at him, "Is there something about someone important in Beishan County?"
"I will not let Mr. Meng's words go unfulfilled. If anyone in Luojiang County wants to go to Beishan County, I will not stop them."
Meng Changqing stood up and thanked him.
Ding Aixue nodded to her, said goodbye to Wei Fangyun again, and left Liangzhou Mansion.
The remaining people looked around and explored each other, and then Zeng Jing from Quping County also stood up, "Mr. Meng, although your move is really inappropriate, you also said that the premise is that the people are willing. In this case, I can't go against public opinion.
I am the same as Mr. Ding. I will not stop them if they want to go.
It's just when you get along with others that you are happy to come and go. If I need Master Meng to raise his hand to help me in the future, please remember today. "
Meng Changqing looked sincere, "Changqing will definitely not forget your great help."
Zeng Jing said to Luo Mao of Bishan County: "Master Luo, you and I are traveling together, so it's good to be a companion when we walk together."
When Luo Mao was called upon, he had no choice but to stand up, "I also agree with Master Zeng's words. Public opinion cannot be violated. In addition, Liangzhou is on the border, and the uneasiness of the people means the situation is uneasy.
Mr. Meng, I will not embarrass the people who want to go to Beishan County, but please forgive me for not being generous enough to publicize this matter for you. "
Meng Changqing apologized and smiled: "There is no need to publicize it. Mr. Luo can do this. Changqing is extremely grateful."
Outside the Liangzhou government office, Luo Mao and Zeng came out, only to see Ding Aixue who was supposed to leave.
"Master Ding, I thought you were gone."
"I expect you will be out soon, so wait at the door." Ding Aixue got on his horse and said, "We will go the same way to the official road, let's go together."
"It seems that Master Ding has something to say." Zeng Jing motioned to his entourage to stay back, and the three of them rode in a row.
"Master Ding, you have really made a good start. With your words, if we persist and refuse, it will appear that we are unreasonable." Zeng Jing asked: "Have you ever had any friendship with the Meng family before?"
"It has been more than ten years since General Meng passed away, and I have only been an official for a short time. How can I have friendship with the Meng family?" Ding Aixue said, "Have you forgotten that before Meng Changqing arrived in Liangzhou, Mr. Futai sent someone to our county government office?" Replace rice.
Again, the Holy Emperor has to pay special attention to his preferences. How long can he stay in Liangzhou? After returning to Beijing, the authority will definitely be higher than that of you and me, so why bother him. "
"The Sacred Heart is ever-changing." Zeng Jing said, "Yesterday you are caring, tomorrow you are suspicious."
Luo Mao from Bishan County asked: "What kind of news have you heard?"
"The crown prince has lost power, and the Xiao family in the capital is all worried. How long can Meng Changqing be remembered by the emperor?" Zeng Jing said with a smile, "Everyone with connections in the capital knows this news. Master Ding is the one, so he must know it. Please give me some other news, that’s why I did this.”
Luo Mao: "Since Lord Ding intends to wait for us, does he want to remind us?"
"I went earlier than you. I talked to Judge Sun Tong in advance. The letter asked Meng Changqing and Master Wei to return to Beijing for training."
Zeng Jing felt like he was seeing a ghost, "The new year is approaching, let Master Futai return to the capital for training?"
"Don't worry, we haven't finished what we said." Ding Aixue said, "The letter also said that Mr. Futai's return to Beijing can be postponed, but Meng Changqing must leave immediately.
On the surface it was a reprimand, but in reality it was time for him to return to Beijing.
Today, the Holy One is nostalgic for old friendships. General Meng's family is loyal and loyal, leaving only Meng Changqing alone. The Holy One will definitely make plans for him.
So why should we go against the Holy Will? Give in if you can, and help if you can. "
Zeng Jing smiled and said: "When you meet such a person, Master Mao has no choice but to swallow his grievance."
The three of them led a group of servants and walked out of the city gate talking and laughing.
After Luo Mao and Zeng Jing also left, only the magistrates from the four northern counties were left in the study.
"They know the general situation very well!" Mao Chunfang smiled at the three people, "Master Futai, I can't accept it. How many people will be left in Songkou County once I do it? This means that I will move the entire Yangmen County Beishan County!”
"Why does Mr. Mao have this illusion?" Meng Changqing asked.
"Mr. Meng, our two counties are close to each other. Don't you know what's going on in Yangmen County?"
"There has been some chaos recently, but aren't you suppressing the bandits? They will be cleared up by the end of the year. It is the cold winter now. Even if someone wants to come to Beishan County, they will have to wait until these two months have passed. Where will Yangmen County be by then? Will there still be chaos?
Mr. Mao, the two events happened to be at exactly the same time. You should not have that illusion. Meng Changqing said, "You have to have confidence in yourself." "
Mao Chunfang sneered in her heart, but could only shake her head helplessly, "Then I would also like to thank Master Meng for thinking about me."
"How dare you." Meng Changqing lowered his head and admitted his mistake, "I am indeed sorry for you. After thinking about it, I can only make up for it by helping you to suppress the bandits..."
"No need to worry, Lord Meng." Mao Chunfang repeated in a gentle tone: "No need to worry, Lord Meng, I have enough manpower here."
"Changqing, you don't have time to help Master Mao." Wei Fangyun asked her to open the letter and "read it before talking."
