"Okay, okay, let's all leave—"
"Give way, give way--"
"The prefect is going back to his residence, please give way, please give way -"
Although the scene was crowded, people still consciously separated themselves and made way out of the middle. Later, Xiao Yuan left here under the protection of a large number of soldiers.
This is the first time in many years that the people of Qin have gathered their support.
There is no doubt that those who win the hearts of the people will increase their prestige.
Xiao Yuan, the new governor, also gave people hope.
On the way back to the prefect's mansion, Liu Yuzhi followed Xiao Yuan and said:
"From today's public anger, we can see the bad influence of bullies. Your Excellency has issued three decrees. The issue of bullies and bandits is already being implemented. However, corrupt officials will cause even greater harm."
He was right. Bullies and bandits were like skin diseases. If they were removed, they would be eliminated. However, Qin officials touched the internal organs.
Xiao Yuan naturally understood this truth. He thought about it and said as he walked: "This problem is not only the most serious, but also the most difficult to deal with. In the 21 counties of Qin, except for Liu Changqing, other county officials may have more Either way, there are problems. If they are all dismissed, the Qin official system will be paralyzed instantly."
As he spoke, he added: "Therefore, before we deal with this problem, we must have enough talents to replace the officials, so that the officials up and down the Qin Dynasty will be completely renewed!"
"My lord, what you mean is..."
Xiao Yuan said directly: "To recruit talented people, in the name of my official, I will issue an official document from the state capital and convey it to all counties, counties and even villages. As long as they are talented people, no matter who they are or how old they are, they can come." Take the exam.”
Hearing this, Liu Yuzhi was obviously stunned for a moment.
Because at that time, if you want to select officials, you must select talents from the children of wealthy clans. Family background is particularly important, and it also lays the foundation for an official career.
This is a rule and a shortcoming of the feudal dynasty.
But Xiao Yuan is a modern man with an open mind. When Liu Yuzhi didn't respond, he glanced at him and smiled slightly:
"I don't believe it. The Qin land is so big and the population is so large. Only wealthy and powerful families can have talents? Talents can't come out of remote villages and valleys? Isn't there anyone who is capable in every town or village?"
"What I want is talent, not birth. Even if he is the son of the largest family in Qinzhou and has no talent, he will never be an official. Even if he is a child of a peasant family and does not have a penny, as long as he can pass the exam, If he can show his talents and ambitions and is good at governing, then I will dare to use him!"
Xiao Yuan's words were categorical. When Liu Yuzhi heard the words, he couldn't help but said: "Your Excellency is really an enlightened master. In this way, Qin will definitely be in great control."
Xiao Yuan did not stick to the rules of the time, broke this situation, selected talents, only looked at talents, and promoted them based on their talents. This would not only make the Qin officials change their blood, make them look brand new from top to bottom, but also create a new world for him. A solid foundation was laid for the future core camp.
Because once this strategy is implemented, all officials in Qin will be promoted by him. You can imagine what the result will be.
The two of them walked and chatted, and soon they arrived in front of the prefect's mansion.
At this moment, a small incident was happening here.
A young woman with messy hair, many scars on her body, and a dirty face was kneeling not far from the door of the mansion.
There were guards in front of the prefect's mansion. How could she be allowed to stay here? At this moment, a soldier was saying something in front of the woman.
After two sentences, the soldiers lost their patience and began to scold in a cold voice: "Bold civilian girl! This is the governor's residence, how can you be so arrogant! If you don't retreat, you will be thrown into prison!"
But the woman showed no fear and was still kneeling there, unmoved.
The soldiers were immediately furious and were about to take action. At this time, Xiao Yuan and his party happened to return home. Seeing this, they couldn't help but stopped and asked, "What's going on?"
"Ah? Sir." Seeing that it was Xiao Yuan, the soldier quickly bent down and hugged his fists, and then said truthfully: "This woman has been kneeling here for some reason. My subordinates have asked her why, but she has been silent, so... …”
Xiao Yuan understood. What could a commoner girl do, kneeling in front of the prefect's house? Most likely he came here to complain. Thinking of this, he also looked at the woman and asked aloud: "Do you have any grievances?"
"Are you the prefect?" Unexpectedly, the woman's answer was wrong.
Xiao Yuan was stunned for a moment, then nodded and said, "Yes, I am."
As soon as he finished speaking, the woman started to kowtow: "Thank you, sir, for saving my life——"
This time, Xiao Yuan was even more confused, because he didn't know the woman at all.
"I feel like I've seen this woman before somewhere..." However, looking at the woman's appearance, Ye Cheng murmured.
His voice was very low, but Xiao Yuan was right next to him. Hearing this, he couldn't help but look at him suspiciously.
Immediately afterwards, Ye Cheng seemed to suddenly remember something, patted his forehead and said: "By the way, sir, I remembered that this woman is exactly one of the people who was imprisoned in the dungeon by Ding Laosi the previous time."
After speaking, he began to explain: "At that time, a group of women were rescued. All of them were either crying, or were greatly frightened, or were in a mess. Only this woman, in that situation, was safe. She sat quietly in the corner, so her humble position left a deep impression on her."
So that’s it, she’s here to thank you?
After hearing this, Xiao Yuan smiled slightly at the woman: "Girl, get up quickly. There is no need to do this. These are all what I should do. Ding Laosi and all the thieves have been punished. You should go home quickly."
As he spoke, he was about to turn around and go back home.
"Sir!" But at this time, the woman said anxiously: "Your kindness and kindness will be remembered forever. I just hope that in this life, I can be a cow or a horse to repay my kindness."
"Hey." Xiao Yuan sighed and had no choice but to stop again and said: "I said that as a prefect, it is your responsibility to exterminate bullies and bring justice to the people. The girl does not need to say thanks or repay the favor, or Go back and reunite with your family quickly."
"I...I have no home." The woman lowered her head slightly and said, "The parents of a civilian girl have been forced to death by bullies and have no home."
As she spoke, she raised her head again, looked at Xiao Yuan and said: "A civilian girl knows that you must be disgusted by your master, but a civilian girl can do any dirty and tiring work. She just wants to repay your kindness!"
Her eyes were serious, revealing a stubbornness, and from what Ye Cheng had said before, Xiao Yuan knew that this might be a girl with a strong heart.
Take her in?
Xiao Yuan hesitated a little.
At this time, Liu Yuzhi whispered: "Sir, now you have been appointed as the governor of Qinzhou, but there is no servant or maid in the mansion. It is time to find a housekeeper, recruit some maids, and settle the family."
He was right. Since he has taken root in Qinli, he must feel like he is at home.
Housekeepers, servants, maids, these should all be considered.
After thinking about it, Xiao Yuan also looked at the woman: "What's your name?"
"Folk girl Chu Ning." The woman quickly replied.
"Chu Ning? Well, that's a good name." Xiao Yuan added, "There is a shortage of maids in my house. If the girl doesn't dislike it..."
"Thank you, sir, thank you, sir!" As soon as he finished speaking, the woman was already crying with joy.
It was not like now. In the war years, it was good for the people to have food and clothing, and their dignity was clear. Women from ordinary families would often work as maids in wealthy families, let alone the prefect's house. Ordinary women could work in Being a maid here is actually very good.
Chu Ning is now helpless, and Xiao Yuan is willing to take her in. For her, this not only gives her a place to stay, but also allows her to repay her kindness. How can she not be excited?
