With the help of the guards and the guidance of Grandma Luo, who was experienced in the palace, in just three days, they collected evidence of the crimes of all the officials in the county, and almost no one was innocent.
Even Huo Yizhi and Nan Ming showed signs of being complicit, although they didn't get much benefit.
"Use them first. We don't have enough manpower. Let's wait until things in the county get on track; if someone accepts the relevant position, we will remove them." If you have manpower that is in vain, don't use it in vain.
Aunt Luo said clearly: "What the county leader said is right, but if this happens, once they have the intention to harm others, we will not be able to prevent them."
"I'm still worried that they don't dare to take action." The battle she came to was a bit big. There were four old ladies, six maids, and eight guards around her. Even though there were only eight guards, their energy God is much better than the county government officials.
It can be seen that the skills of these eight people must be quite high.
No one with eyes dared to act rashly.
"But there are people behind them."
Minghua's eyes dimmed for a moment, and then she said, "Then capture them first, sign them, and put them in the file."
"yes."
After Grandma Luo went out, two counselors came in, "Sir, what are your plans next?"
"I wonder if you two gentlemen are interested in walking in front of people?" He came straight to the point.
The two counselors looked at each other, how should they answer this, "What do you mean, sir?"
"Both of you are smart people, and you have a great reputation as a civil servant. Being advisers is a waste of your talents. Why don't you come to the front of the curtain and assist me in governing Chaoyang County?"
The people looked at each other and saw shock in each other's eyes; then they hurriedly turned to look at the little girl sitting at the table. Except for her height, which was a little unworthy of an official, she could see the shadow of Xu Shoufang back then.
Don’t be angry and be proud.
He is dignified and calm, and does things in an orderly manner.
The idea is bold and novel, but the key is that Xu Shoufu can do everything well; I just don't know if this magistrate Xiao can do what Xu Shoufu does.
"Someone is willing."
"No objections. Thank you for giving us this opportunity. We will definitely do a good job."
It was a lifelong regret for them that they had not been able to become a Jinshi and enter the official career. However, this regret seemed to be worth it at this moment.
"In this case, you two will temporarily serve as county magistrate and chief minister. The offending officials will be escorted over later and their black gauze hats will be removed. You will take their place first. Later I will write a letter to the capital to report to the master. Your Majesty, the imperial court will issue the document."
When Minghua opened her mouth, the county magistrate and other officials were brought back secretly without interrogation; the evidence was thrown to them and asked to sign and deposit it themselves, which might help her family get a good share. If she was really forced to take action, there would be no good results. .
These people never expected that a ten-year-old county magistrate would actually have a vigorous and resolute personality, so they were caught off guard. For the sake of their family, they had to sign and sign, and then were imprisoned.
The two newly appointed counselors, Zhang Yanqing and Shang Yunhe, took office in a hurry; once they took office, there were many things that needed to be handed over, and they were unable to take a day off. If you don't understand, you will have to go to the boss to ask the relevant personnel. Fortunately, these people seem to know that they can't escape, so they don't struggle anymore and just lie down and let them do whatever they want, as long as they don't embarrass their family members.
Huo Yizhi and Nan Ming escaped, but they also confessed what they had done; they acted in a measured manner and could not be convicted of what they had done. They could only be allowed to continue to work together and atone for their crimes.
Next, Minghua adjusted taxes and shipped more than ten tons of cement from the capital. The money was naturally obtained from the businessmen in Chaoyang County. The businessmen had money, but the common people had no money. This was a very bad situation. Phenomenon.
It took nearly half a year to build roads in the county. The capital city was shocked by her movement; it turned to focus on other things. Who could care about the situation in a remote county? It was just a casual look.
Half a year later, in Chaoyang County, all roads lead to the county seat, and the roads were smooth; the people were overjoyed, and people who came from Xianyun County also told them that Xianyun County had this kind of cement road, and with the reduction of taxes,
There is hope for the coming year, which makes the people happy. Every day is like the Chinese New Year.
"The cement road has been repaired. How far are the canals and rivers?" Minghua asked the two counselors and Huo Yizhi. The other two positions were vacant, so the two counselors temporarily took over. They were a little busy, but they were willing!
The busyness now is equivalent to laying the foundation. Maybe they will still have the opportunity to participate in the imperial examination; by then, it will be natural for them to embark on an official career.
Moreover, their appointment documents have also been issued, and now they are serious local officials in Chaoyang County.
County Magistrate Zhang Yanqing said: "We started to dig ditches from the edge of the river inward, and they are basically open. We are just waiting for the remaining villages and towns to be connected one after another, and then we can open the gaps in the river."
"Just in time, I have nothing to do today, so I'll go take a look with you."
Minghua personally walked to the bank of the big river. The river channel was wide and the water flow was fast. The water quality looked good. Compared with the dirty water everywhere in modern times, the water resources in ancient times were simply paradise.
Many large ditches are opened on one side of the river to divert water; a ditch is the water channel of a town, and the water source only needs to be dug out at the last section.
"Well done, when will the ditches between towns and villages be dug?" With limited manpower, these ditches are all about inviting people to participate voluntarily. As for how each town and village makes decisions, that is their business.
They understand the importance of water sources and have suffered from water shortages; Minghua asked people to go down and persuade them with emotion and reasoning. For the sake of future generations, they are all willing to invest in digging river ditches.
"In just these two days, will you come to watch the ceremony when the river is opened?" Shang Yunhe asked Wen Wen.
"I won't come that day. The county government has a lot of things to do and the roads have been repaired. We need to think carefully about finding some industries to increase income for the people."
On the day when the river was opened, Taoist priests were invited to come over to check and determine the Feng Shui. It was not necessary that she, the county magistrate, should be present, as long as there were officials keeping an eye on it. The main purpose of her trip was to conduct on-the-spot investigation and make sure she knew what she was doing. .
"yes."
After walking through several rivers, Minghua led the people back to the county office. Finally, two major tasks were almost completed. Next was the issue of people's livelihood and economy. How to stimulate the people's economy is a very important node. Once they are brought alive, Chaoyang County will usher in rapid development.
"Go and get busy. I will consider the issue of industry again. By the way, let the merchants prepare. Once the common people send delicacies and agricultural products, they will accept them. If you dare to be cautious with me, If they don’t cooperate with my work, let them get out of Chaoyang County.”
It is a critical juncture of development. If her plan is disrupted by the selfish behavior of some people, then she is not to blame. Now she can get them out of Chaoyang County. In the future, they will not be seen in any jurisdiction under her jurisdiction. People who are kicked out.
