Gushan Island, Cao's Manor.
Cao Bin was so bored that he was lying on the rocking chair. Seeing Du Shiniang and others lowering their heads and handling official duties for him very seriously, he couldn't help but put his feet on her long legs and scratch them.
This made her squeal, and she gave him a gentle slap and said:
"Cao Lang, don't cause trouble, otherwise we won't help you with your official duties."
Sai Xishi was speechless and said:
"It's ridiculous that your husband would leave important government affairs to us."
"If something goes wrong, we will be very guilty."
Li Shishi didn't speak, but she handled official duties very seriously. She was still a little excited to be able to participate in political affairs like a man.
Cao Bin said indifferently:
"I'm trying to make the best use of everyone's talents. You guys should practice first."
"The staff outside are all senior officials, so you can deal with them with confidence. If there are any mistakes, they will point them out."
In mid-May, the weather was getting hotter and hotter, and Cao Bin didn't want to go to work anymore.
He spent almost most of the day at his manor, letting his wives and concubines help with official duties.
In this way, the dude's points accumulated quickly.
With a stable income of 300 points a day, it only took about ten days to earn 2,800 points, which increased from more than 5,000 points to 8,000 points.
It's a pity that none of them can match Shangguan Wan'er's inheritance card, otherwise Cao Bin would be more relaxed.
From the beginning of the expedition, Cao Bin did too many serious things, and his points hardly increased, which made him feel slack.
Whenever they get an opportunity, they rack up points like crazy.
Although I have gained a lot in the past few years, as a plug-in, it is a bit embarrassing for my peers.
The products are expensive and it is difficult to earn points. If this continues, when will we not be afraid of anyone?
With the excuse of earning points, Cao Bin was even less willing to take up a job.
This made Hangzhou officials relaxed and a little speechless. To be an official to the level of Cao Bin can be said to be a complete life.
Du Shiniang complained:
"In my opinion, this manor might as well be called Chizheng Garden. Cao Lang has been slacking off in government affairs ever since he arrived at this garden."
Cao Bin said with a smile:
"It's a good name given by Shi Niang, but I remember there is something called the Humble Administrator's Garden in Suzhou. We can't pick on others, so let's call it Chi Garden!"
When the girls heard this, they were immediately speechless. Pang Yanyan quickly said:
"I have never heard of the Humble Administrator's Garden, but if the name spreads, it will be detrimental to my husband's reputation."
Cao Bin didn't care whether there was the Humble Administrator's Garden now, he just waved his hand and said:
"My husband has never cared about these things, so it's settled."
"From now on, we, husband and wife, will live in infamy together for eternity..."
Amidst the cooing sounds of the girls, Cao Binzhen decided on the name of the manor.
Pang Yanyan seemed to have thought of something, and said seriously with her pretty face:
"No matter what my husband does, even if he is the enemy of the world, Yanyan is willing to accompany you."
Master Li said:
"The same is true for Master."
Du Shiniang also stroked Cao Bin's brow and nodded seriously.
Sai Xishi said:
"I believe that my husband will not do bad things."
Zhang Zhenniang said:
"As long as what Mr. Hou says is correct, even if Mr. Hou says the moon is square, I still believe it."
Everyone was speechless when they heard the words, and all the tragic feelings just now disappeared without a trace.
However, Cao Bin didn't care and said:
"Don't worry, my husband is not a random person."
The girls rolled their eyes, feeling that the more he said this, the more unreliable he became.
At this moment, the maid suddenly came in and reported:
"Your Majesty, Mr. Zhu, the transshipment envoy, sent someone to invite you. He said that he had important matters to discuss."
Cao Bin said with some disgust:
"This bastard is busy every day, and it's really annoying to have no quiet time."
However, he had no reason to shirk, so he took the sedan chair and went straight to the government office.
At this time, most of the officials from the Hangzhou Prefecture were there, and a young county magistrate was also among them. He might have come to report on official business, and he just happened to catch up.
After greeting each other, Cao Bin sat down directly in the hall, side by side with Zhu Min.
Zhu Min didn't waste any time, glanced at the officials in the hall, and said coldly:
"Now that everyone is here, I can speak directly."
"Li Tuiguan, do you know about someone in Yuyao County who filed a complaint? Why are you delaying the process?"
"If I hadn't been asked by the interrogator to inquire before I left the capital, would you have just pretended to be deaf and dumb like this?"
Hearing this, the expressions on everyone's faces suddenly became wonderful, and they all looked at Bao Zheng.
Everyone immediately understood who Zhu Min was coming for today.
Bao Zheng was speechless. Cao Bin assigned him a task to investigate the old affairs, but it has not been completed yet.
He hasn't had time to investigate Bao Mian's case in detail yet, and it won't be possible to find out in a short while.
When Li Tuiguan, who was in charge of the prison, saw this, he had no choice but to bite the bullet and said:
"Master Zhu, please forgive me. Magistrate Bao Mian has been honest, diligent and upright since he took office."
"The case of the Qian family's extermination lacks evidence. It is not appropriate to make a big deal about it and tarnish the reputation of Bao Zhixian."
Zhu Min heard this and sneered:
"I think it's not that there is no evidence, but that some people are supporting him!"
"As far as I know, Na Bao Mian has been extravagant since he took office."
"Every time he treats his students with loyalty, Master Bao considers himself his nephew. He is a tyrant in the officialdom and no one dares to offend him."
"Integrity, diligence, integrity? Thank you for saying so."
Hangzhou Zhizhou and others glanced at Cao Bin and did not dare to speak.
Bao Zheng's expression has never been so depressed as it is today. After hearing this, he came out and said:
"Since it is Bao's nephew who is under suspicion, Bao cannot escape his involvement, but it has nothing to do with Cao Juncai."
"Bao is willing to step down temporarily to avoid taboos. If Bao Mian is really guilty, I will write to the court to plead guilty."
"I just hope Master Zhu will handle this case fairly."
Although he asked himself to be fair and selfless, humans are not grass and trees, how can they be ruthless?
Especially his own nephew, who would inevitably worry day and night during the investigation, lest Bao Mian really violated the national law.
Now that he has temporarily stepped down, he is relieved.
However, he also knew that Zhu Min was not a gentleman and was making an issue out of Bao Mian's incident, so he gave him a final nod.
Said he would supervise the case.
Although he would not seek personal gain and bend the law, he would not watch his nephew suffer injustice.
Seeing Bao Zheng resigning on his own initiative, Zhu Min's eyes suddenly showed a hint of joy, he turned to look at Cao Bin and said:
"Honor Zhongjing, Bao Mian is your student, what do you think?"
If Cao Bin also avoids suspicion and resigns, then these two Zhejiang provinces will be his own world, so easy...
Cao Bin seemed to have just come to his senses, put down his tea bowl, and asked doubtfully:
"What does Mr. Zhu mean? What is the relationship between Bao Mian and me? He just said he is a student of me? Where is the evidence?"
"That kid still owes me two thousand taels of silver, and he still dares to borrow my name? You can go to hell and investigate, but don't worry about me!"
"Forehead......"
Zhu Min was stunned for a moment, Damn, are you so shameless?
Although there is no official title, Bao Mian's three and five birthdays are not without your gifts. Everyone respects him in every possible way. If something goes wrong, you will brush it off cleanly.
Later, Cao Bin smiled again and said:
"Since Mr. Zhu spoke so badly of Bao Mian, why don't we go to Yuyao County to have a look?"
He still has confidence in Bao Mian.
When he was in Xiangyang, he gave Bao Mian "training" on all matters of a state, and never made any mistakes.
How could he not manage even one county well? Are you also involved in cases of murder and genocide?
That was a student that he spent "a lot of" effort to cultivate, and he instilled a lot of ideas for later generations.
Moreover, the key witness in the murder case is in his hands. Although he has not been allowed to speak yet, as long as he is not allowed to appear, Bao Mian cannot be convicted.
Even if he could be convicted, Bao Mian would be the unlucky one and had nothing to do with him.
It's serious to let Zhu Mian suffer. It depends on Bao Mian's strength...
