"This Chen Mohuai and his like are really greedy. When I sneaked into the secret cellar of his house last year, I found a lot of money and treasures hidden in it. I didn't expect that all I saw was a scratch.
"Over the years, they have obtained more than 300,000 taels of stolen money and illegal property. It is really shocking! I wonder what Mr. Xing plans to do with these stolen money and property?"
Seeing that Shao Xi had asked about the most sensitive financial matters, Xing Wenxin quickly and cautiously replied: "Of course I have to hand it over in full. These are only temporarily kept by the lower official."
A mysterious smile appeared on Shao Xi's face, and he whispered to Xing Wenxin: "I don't think it's necessary to hand it over all, I'll leave you one hundred thousand taels!"
When Xing Wenxin heard this, he immediately panicked.
He didn't expect that Shao Xi would say such words to him in such a public place. Although his voice was very low, if someone with intentions heard it, wouldn't it be impossible to clean it off no matter how hard he washed it?
He quickly refused in a low voice: "Ah? Leave me one hundred thousand taels? What does Mr. Shao mean by this? This is absolutely impossible!"
Shao Xi was amused when he saw his nervous look.
He said to him without hesitation: "Master Xing, where did you think of me? I said I would leave you one hundred thousand taels, but I didn't mean to bribe you!
"These 100,000 taels are reserved for the people of Qingshan County. Then Chen Mohuai and other corrupt officials have been causing trouble in Qingshan County for many years, making the people suffer and living in dire straits. Which penny of the money they plundered did not come from the people?
"Now I leave you these one hundred thousand taels in the hope that you, Mr.
"As for how to use this money, it is entirely up to you, Mr. Xing. You can still trust Mr. Xing's official character."
Hearing what Shao Xi said, Xing Wenxin finally breathed a sigh of relief. He was really scared just now because he couldn't figure out what kind of figure Shao Xi was.
It has to be said that no matter how honest an official is when faced with the temptation of one hundred thousand taels of silver, no one dares to say that he is absolutely sure that he will not be shaken.
Xing Wenxin is a person who attaches great importance to his official reputation. Chen Mohuai and others did not think of trying to bribe him at the beginning. Fortunately, he was determined enough and did not collude with those people.
But now Shao Xi can talk about one hundred thousand taels of silver. He must know that he can't save these one hundred thousand taels of silver just by relying on his salary, even if he doesn't eat or drink for several lifetimes. Faced with such temptation, he is afraid that his heart will be shaken.
Secondly, this money was all registered and was to be turned over to Jingyuan's treasury. Even if he had the courage, he would not dare to take advantage of this money!
As soon as Shao Xi opened his mouth, he was about to give him nearly 30%. This would cost him his head. How could he not panic?
Finally, according to his understanding of Shao Xi, although Shao Xi behaves differently from ordinary people, he is a man of good conduct and hates evil. Now that he suddenly said such words to him, it made him feel that Shao Xi did not trust him. He was deliberately testing him.
Xing Wenxin was wondering if he had done something wrong that caused Shao Xi's misunderstanding, so Shao Xi tested him like this?
If Shao Xi really loses trust in him and has doubts about him, God knows whether this Master Shao will read his book in front of the Holy Master?
I have been a county magistrate for so many years with great dedication and hard work. I have only been a county guard for a few months, and I have also made great efforts to eliminate long-standing abuses and eradicate bandits.
We have just achieved some results and are about to show off our talents in Qingshan County and benefit the people. If we lose the trust of the Holy Lord in ourselves, wouldn't it mean that our career will be ruined and our ambitions will be difficult to achieve from now on?
Then all his efforts in the first half of his life were turned into a handful of fly ash. How could he not be nervous?
"Master Shao, these stolen silver and property have been registered and must be turned over. It is really inappropriate for our Qingshan County to withhold one hundred thousand taels like this. Master Shao, please think again."
At this time, Shao Xi was continuing to flip through the account book in his hand, and happened to turn to the fact that Qingshan County had wiped out various bandits in the past few months, and confiscated a total of more than 100,000 taels of stolen silver and stolen goods from various places.
This adds up to the previous more than 300,000 taels to nearly 500,000 taels. Although this is not worth mentioning compared with the Zhao family that was initially investigated in Yujiang County, you must know that this Qingshan County and that Yujiang County But there's no way to compare.
This is just a remote and small county, and the area is not wealthy. The officials and bandits colluded to plunder so much of the people's wealth. It is a heinous crime that cannot be forgiven!
Shao Xi was watching, but when he heard that Xing Wenxin was worried about this kind of thing, he put the account book back on the table with a smile.
He said to Xing Wenxin: "Master Xing, don't worry about this matter. Since I am acting on behalf of the Holy Spirit with full authority, I naturally have the right to make decisions on all related matters. As long as it is raised by me, the Holy Spirit will not question me." .
"If you feel that it is not appropriate for you to keep the stolen money that was confiscated from those corrupt officials, these properties and silver confiscated by you in Qingshan County during the past few months when you suppressed all kinds of thieves and bandits are the result of your leadership, Lord Xing, in governing the place. Isn’t it the same as if I asked you to keep the income for your own use?
"As for the captured weapons and horses, they will be left for you to strengthen the local military defense. That's it. Mr. Xing, you can continue with peace of mind."
When Xing Wenxin saw that Shao Xi had found such a perfect reason for him to receive the silver, he was so grateful to Shao Xi.
Qingshan County was not originally a prosperous place, and after so many years of plundering by Chen Mohuai and others, plus the large amount of manpower and material resources used to encircle and suppress various bandits some time ago, Xing Wenxin's money is indeed very tight now.
Although it cannot be said that there is no rice to cook the pot, money is indispensable in running a place, and there are many things that cannot be done when money is tight.
Shao Xi's decision was a timely move that helped the local area solve all its financial problems. With this resource in hand, Xing Wenxin could do a lot for the local people.
In addition, the weapons and horses mentioned by Shao Xi solved the problem of insufficient local military resources. This was a great help to both Qingshan County and Xing Wenxin himself.
Xing Wenxin has been a county magistrate here for many years, and he knows the local affairs very well, but the more he knows about it, the more worried he becomes. Chen Mohuai left him such a big mess before. Without outside help, he will not be able to survive in a short period of time. There is simply no solution.
Shao Xi's arrangement paved the way for him. Having money will make things easier for him. If Qingshan County fails to manage well, it will be his fault.
In fact, Shao Xi did this out of trust in Xing Wenxin. He helped Xing Wenxin solve the biggest problem, so Xing Wenxin had no reason not to manage the local area well.
What to do next depends on Xing Wenxin himself.
Xing Wenxin led officials at all levels in the county to stand up and toast Shao Xi to express their gratitude. In their eyes, Shao Xi was not just a superior official who came to the capital for business. At this moment, Shao Xi was the God of Wealth in Qingshan County.
These newly appointed officials had just arrived in Qingshan County, and they all wanted to achieve something. However, no matter how many ideas they had, they could not put their talents to use without money and food.
Now things are better. Shao Xi helped them solve the most difficult problem. How could they not be grateful?
Shao Xi waved his hand to everyone, indicating that everyone should sit down, and then officially entered the topic.
"Sir Xing, as for the criminals Chen Mohuai and others, the Ministry of Punishment and Dali Temple have only convicted them. As for how to deal with it, the Holy Father has personally promised that I can make my own decision.
"I will not be merciful to these people at all. I hope that Mr. Xing and all the adults here can cooperate with me. I would like to thank you all in advance."
Of all the people present, the one who knew the most about the case was Xing Wenxin. After hearing what Shao Xi said, Xing Wenxin stood up and left his seat, bowing to Shao Xi solemnly.
He said with a solemn face: "These are all matters within my scope. Then Chen Mohuai and others have committed heinous crimes and deserved their punishment. How dare we take any shirk in this matter?"
"Although I saw what happened a year ago, I was powerless. I didn't expect them to be so shameless and dirty. I feel ashamed of Master Shao. How dare I be grateful to Master Shao now?"
Shao Xi raised his hand to help Xing Wenxin and said: "What does this matter have to do with Mr. Xing? Even I didn't have time to save him, let alone Mr. Xing? Mr. They are all those shameless people.
"In the past two days, after you have identified those who have been unjustly implicated, I will execute those who deserve to die in public. All you need to do is prepare the venue and manpower in advance."
Xing Wenxin knew very well what Shao Xi wanted to do and how he wanted to do it.
Shao Xi's trip was not only to carry out official duties, but also to avenge his personal vendetta, and even the current Holy Emperor personally intervened in his personal vendetta. There was no need to guess the fate of Chen Mohuai and others.
However, from Shao Xi's expression and tone, Xing Wenxin had already felt what kind of methods Shao Xi would use. It might be the most cruel scene he had ever seen in his life.
But he felt extremely happy in his heart. If it weren't for Shao Xi's appearance, he didn't know how many more years those people would have been causing trouble in Qingshan County?
Now that Shao Xi was venting his anger for himself and for the people of Qingshan County, Xing Wenxin felt that no matter what cruel means Shao Xi used to deal with Chen Mohuai and his ilk, it would not be an exaggeration.
"Your Excellency, please rest assured that the investigation will have results soon. According to my official opinion, it is better for you to go to court tomorrow. Since the treatment of these people does not need to wait until the next autumn, it is better for you to make a decision as soon as possible, in order to return the favor to the local people and the people." Please be fair to my wife and serve as a warning to those who will become officials in the future."
Shao Xi picked up the wine glass on the table and gestured to Xing Wenxin and the officials present: "This matter has been settled. I will have to work hard for everyone here in the next few days. When the construction of my wife's cemetery is completed, there will be more work in the future." I would like to trouble you all to take care of you, I would like to thank you!"
After speaking, Shao Xi raised his head and drank the wine in the cup.
At this time, Old Wu, who was sitting aside, could not help but shudder when he saw the gloomy look on Shao Xi's face.
