What Fang Jingzhi said basically covered what happened to Su Qi'an in the past few years.
He who is far away in Dongzhou probably knows what Su Qi'an has done in the states of Daliang, which is enough to show that Su Qi'an is well-known in Daliang.
Su Qi'an didn't say much to these, nodded slightly, and accompanied by Fang Jingzhi, sat on both sides of the lobby.
Fang Jingzhi basically knew about the conflict between Su Qi'an and Shenyang in Yanglai County, and he agreed with Master Liu's approach. ..
He was not present. If he were present, he would never let Shen Yang leave so easily.
Even if behind him is the so-called Shen family, the richest man in Dongzhou, the conflict between him and Shen Yang has been going on for more than a day or two.
Neither party went too far before, and they turned a blind eye, but now Shenyang actually has his mind set on Su Qi'an, which Fang Jingzhi couldn't bear.
He looked at Su Qi'an and said, "Sir, don't worry. Now that you have come to Yanglai County, you can live with peace of mind. I can't guarantee anything else. What I can guarantee is your safety. As long as I am the magistrate of Yanglai County for a day, Let alone Shenyang, I am not afraid even of the governor of Danyang County."
This was not because Fang Jingzhi was bragging and deliberately showing off in front of Su Qi'an, but because he had the confidence to speak like this.
The first county magistrate he appointed when he came to Dongzhou was the one most likely to be attacked by pirates and Japanese pirates among the first nine counties.
It can be said that at least one-third of the year is spent fighting pirates and Japanese pirates. It is so dangerous and requires a high concentration of nerves.
Although he was very tired, Fang Jingzhi's entire temperament changed after about a year of fighting against pirates.
Even though he looks weather-beaten and older, his energy and vigor are no worse than those of a young man, and his words are not as smooth as before, replaced by a strong edge.
Without such strength, it would be difficult to survive in frontline counties that are plagued by pirates and Japanese pirates.
His iron-bloodedness and ruthlessness were all changed after serving on the front line for more than a year.
Under his management, the county where he was located was not only able to defeat the invading pirates, but it was at least able to protect itself. It was no longer like before when it was beaten without the ability to fight back.
More than a year of management was also appreciated by Wu Dingguo, the governor of Dongzhou. In order to protect these county magistrates with combat and management experience, at Wu Dingguo's request, four or five iron-blooded magistrates including Fang Jingzhi were transferred to the rear.
At the same time, in order to protect their personal safety, Wu Dingguo specially selected a group of military veterans and ordered them to retire and follow Magistrate Fang and them.
And that group of veterans accordingly became the spies of the local county government. Because of their existence, the three leading members of the Shen family, Wu family, and Jiang family did not dare to be too presumptuous.
It was precisely because Wu Dingguo was more or less behind him that Fang Jingzhi and the others were able to exert great power in the rear counties.
Of course, these all have a prerequisite. They must have that kind of talent. Transferring them to the rear is not for enjoyment, but for the stability of Dongzhou.
Compared with Fang Jingzhi now, it can be said that he is completely different from before. Such a big change was mainly caused by spending about a year on the front line.
Su Qi'an fully understands this change. On the front line, if you want to survive, you must not only rely on yourself, but also rely on your partners around you.
If you engage in fraud, continue to misbehave, or even commit corruption, and ignore the people at the bottom, the officials at the top will not take action, and the people at the bottom will probably kill you.
This is unimaginable in other states, but it is a normal phenomenon on the front lines of Dongzhou, especially in counties that have been fighting pirates and Japanese pirates all year round.
The local parents and officials were not willing to risk their lives, but the people on the front line died. Those pirates and Japanese pirates were ruthless.
As long as they occupy villages and towns, they will massacre them, no matter men, women, old or young, absolutely no one will be left alive. In that situation, if your parents don't risk their lives, you will be the one who dies.
In such a high-pressure situation, the temperament of any frontline county magistrate who has been serving for a period of time will change greatly.
It's like, as long as you experience a war and survive the battlefield, no matter how serious the conflicts were between the soldiers before, they will become brothers who have known each other for a long time.
More than 30 veterans' police officers in Yanglai County investigated
Fang Jingzhi has such feelings, so even if they are facing the so-called Third Master Shen, as long as Fang Jingzhi says a word, they will fight to the death regardless of everything.
Even if a person has a powerful identity and background, he will choose to retreat temporarily when faced with this group of lunatics, even if he cannot guarantee his absolute safety.
If Fang Jingzhi is really angered, both sides will fight to the death. It is precisely because of this invisible deterrent that Yanglai County has been unable to be captured by Shenyang.
Listening to Fang Jingzhi's heroic words, Su Qi'an said with a smile, "It seems that as Magistrate Fang said, Magistrate Fang has indeed gained a lot from this transfer. I don't have to worry. As for the third young master of the Shen family, I don't If he doesn't look at it, if he clamps his tail, this matter will be over."
"If you are looking for trouble, I don't mind causing the Shen family to bleed."
Su Qi'an spoke very softly, as if he was talking about a trivial matter, but Fang Jingzhi could feel Su Qi'an's seriousness, and he also had the strength.
As for Su Qi'an's current strength, Fang Jingzhi only knew that he had been awarded the title of first-class marquis. As for Su Qi'an's sudden arrival in Dongzhou, he really didn't know much about it.
Just as his eyes flashed and he was thinking thoughtfully, Su Qian's voice sounded again.
"By the way, Magistrate Fang, from what you just said, the Governor of Dongzhou seems to be a pretty good person."
Fang Jingzhi came back to his senses, nodded, and said, "Yes, sir, you are right. I didn't mean to praise him. Governor Wu seems to be cold and ruthless, but he is very good to his soldiers and even eats the same food as him." When sleeping, all the soldiers under his command treat him favorably."
"If Dongzhou Mu is in the back nine counties and is highly recognized by the local officials, then in the frontline nine counties, Governor Wu is among the Dongzhou soldiers. He is uncompromising and truly trustworthy."
"He is also good to the local people. He orders his soldiers not to do anything that harasses the people. If he violates the rules, he will be killed without mercy."
"He is actually the kind of person who is cold on the outside and hot on the inside. If you want to gain his respect, you have to show your strength. He doesn't like those who flatter him at all. This is the main reason why he and Dongzhou Mu can't get along. "
"If you, sir, can meet Governor Wu, I believe that with your strength, your husband will be greatly appreciated by the Governor, and maybe we can even become friends."
Hearing what Fang Jingzhi said, Su Qi'an nodded slightly. Based on his understanding of Fang Jingzhi, people who can be so affirmed by him basically have good character.
"If I really follow what you say, I'm afraid we can't be friends yet, and we might even become enemies."
Su Qi'an's words surprised Fang Jing, and he quickly asked, "Did Mr. have offended him before? Or is there some dispute between the two parties?"
"I can't talk about celebrating the festival, but I guess it won't be long before friends can't do it either. This time I come to Dongzhou, the first thing I want to do is to kill his brother of life and death."
"I thought it was something, isn't it just brothers of life and death, wait... Sir, what are you talking about! Could it be that you are the inspector appointed by the imperial court?"
When he heard that there was no dispute between the two parties, Fang Jingzhi's expression softened. It was not a big deal until he heard Su Qi'an's sentence of "supervisory execution" and Fang Jingzhi reacted immediately.
He was not surprised that Wu Dingguo's life-and-death brother, Governor Zuo, was beheaded. This happened as early as half a month ago, and all the officials in Dongzhou got the news.
After all, it was the imperial court's order, and Dongzhou Mu and Dongzhou Governor also knew that it was basically a certainty and could not be changed. Their Zuo Governor was destined to die.
But he didn't expect that Su Qi'an was actually a supervisor and an inspector appointed by the imperial court.
Of Su Qi'an's appointment, Dongzhou's senior officials were naturally informed before he came, but this did not include local county magistrates like Fang Jingzhi and others.
Especially those like Fang Jingzhi who did not deal with high-level officials, it was even more impossible to inform him of such news. The only thing he knew was that the imperial court would send an inspector to lead Dongzhou in order to completely quell the Dongzhou maritime problem.
Officials of all sizes in Dongzhou, from state pastors and governors to local county magistrates, all had to cooperate fully.
Fang Jingzhi was quite shocked when he received the news. He was still very clear about the situation in Dongzhou.
The battle on the front line alone is enough to make people miserable.
Not to mention the internal chaos in Dongzhou, land annexation by various aristocratic families, collusion between government and businessmen, and darkness and corruption, nothing that a supervisory envoy can handle.
Moreover, I heard that the inspector had issued a military order, and it would take about half a year at most to quell the chaos in Dongzhou.
Regarding the attitude of this inspector, I admire his courage, but I am not optimistic about it. It is estimated that even if he comes to Dongzhou, he will eventually be swallowed up by the darkness of Dongzhou.
Who would have thought that the inspector whom she disliked would turn out to be Su Qi'an, his Mr. Su.
No wonder why Su Qi'an came to Dongzhou inexplicably, it was immediately explained.
Fang Jingzhi sat on the chair and was stunned for a long time, with a complex expression on his face. After a long silence, he whispered.
"Sir, let me tell you something you don't want to hear. You shouldn't accept the inspector's job. You don't know the darkness of Dongzhou. If you come to Dongzhou, you will really die."
How could Su Qian not know about Fang Jingzhi's kindness? He said with a calm expression.
"I know your worries, but some things have to be done by people, and this is not only for Da Liang, but also for me. You should know that I look beautiful now, but in fact I am in danger every step of the way."
"If you want to make others dare not act rashly, you have to look for opportunities and go further. Even if this opportunity is full of danger, I will not regret it. After all, this is how I have come through these years."
"And this hasn't even started yet. Who knows how it will develop in the future. It's not good to say such depressing words before it even starts."
When Su Qi'an said it to the end, his tone was a bit teasing.
Fang Jingzhi also understood what Su Qi'an meant. He didn't say anything more, sighed and nodded.
"Well, sir, what you said is right. It hasn't started yet. It's still early to decide who will win. Now that sir has made the decision, Fang is willing to help and will fight to the death."
