Seeing that Lou Zhixian was at a loss, Xiao Liu quickly touched the hand of the master next to him.
Lao Xing understood immediately, and the two of them had already discussed the countermeasures on the way here.
"Reporting to Lou Magistrate County, although this group of bandits numbers as many as a hundred, judging from their current situation, it seems that they hid in Cuiwei Mountain because they were afraid of being hunted by our officials."
Lao Xing's speech instantly calmed Lou Zhixian down, and he looked at Lao Xing.
"What countermeasures does Captain Xing have?" Lou Zhixian asked straight to the point. At this critical moment, no one had so many twists and turns.
When Lao Xing saw Magistrate Lou asking, he also knew that his opportunity to show off had come, so he quickly bowed and answered.
"Reporting to Lou Magistrate, my subordinates believe that since these bandits hid in Cuiwei Mountain because they were afraid of our government's search, then in this short period of time, these bandits will definitely not dare to come out to cause trouble." Lao Xing analyzed seriously.
Lou Zhixian nodded when he heard this. This was the reason, but it was not enough. He continued to look at Lao Xing.
Lao Xing looked at the way Lou Zhixian looked at him, and he continued.
"Since these bandits dare not come out in a short time, it gives us sufficient preparation time."
"First of all, this group of bandits is so powerful that it is beyond the power of our county to deal with. We should report it to the higher authorities quickly before they realize that we know their whereabouts. It would be best if the higher authorities can send a large army to eliminate them. If If that doesn't work, we should send some martial arts masters over."
Lou Zhixian continued to nod. This is a normal process, but this alone is not enough. If the bandits have already come out before the army arrives, how should we deal with it? this is the key of the problem.
Lou Zhixian did not ask, but continued to look at Lao Xing. He believed that since Lao Xing dared to speak out, he would definitely give him an answer.
Lao Xing looked at Lou Zhixian's eyes and continued.
"Secondly, in order to prevent bandits from attacking before the army sent by the imperial court arrives, we should recruit local braves to ensure that we have enough strength to fight against the bandits."
"Private rural warriors?" Lou Zhixian hesitated when he heard this, and asked in a deep voice.
"Xing Baotou, this is without the will of the imperial court. Private recruitment of local braves is tantamount to rebellion. You can't possibly not know this, right?"
This recruitment of Xiangyong is not unprecedented. For example, Qi Jiguang's Qi Jiajun and Yu Dayou's Yu Jiajun were all Xiangyong.
But others are different. They are fighting against Japanese pirates, and they have the will of the imperial court. What's more, they have Hu Butang carrying them.
Now that they have no orders from the court and no one from above, they dare to recruit local braves privately. Isn't that asking for death?
Hearing Magistrate Lou ask this, Xing Baotou was also stunned. He actually forgot about this incident.
Looking at the stunned Lao Xing, Xiaoliu didn't expect that this private soldier Xiang Yong would be so serious.
He only remembered that during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, local officials often recruited rural warriors to suppress thieves, but he did not know that this actually required the decree of the court. He originally thought that these local county magistrates had such power.
However, looking at the two people facing each other, Xiao Liu knew that he had to find a way quickly. Otherwise, it would be a small matter if his master could not come down. But if the bandit really attacked and there was no one to deal with it, that would be a big deal.
Suddenly an idea flashed in his mind.
Lou Zhixian looked at the stunned Lao Xing and shook his head. He thought Lao Xing already had a perfect plan. He sighed and was about to say something, but Xiao Liu next to Lao Xing cupped his fists and said.
"Report it to Lou Magistrate, we can recruit Xiangyong in the name of the county government."
"Huh? In the name of the county government?" Lou Zhixian was a little confused. What did he mean? Didn't he just say that the recruitment of rural warriors must have the decree of the court?
This Xiaoliu was usually not a person who couldn't understand words. Now that he was speaking out like this, there must be some deep meaning. Lou Zhixian was not annoyed and he asked calmly.
"What's the meaning?"
"Reporting to Lou Magistrate County, although the recruitment of local warriors must have the decree of the imperial court, but if it is just to recruit people from the county government, then there should be no need for the decree from above, right?" Xiao Liu asked calmly, cupping his fists.
He was really afraid that he would have to ask his superiors to even recruit people, and then he would really have no choice. Fortunately, Lou Zhixian's response did not disappoint him.
"Hmm! What do you mean?" After hearing this, some inspiration suddenly burst out in Lou Zhixian's mind.
Seeing that Magistrate Lou understood what he meant, Xiao Liu continued.
"Exactly, according to the imperial government's establishment requirements for the county government, our county government should have more than this number of personnel, right? We can recruit people in the name of recruiting agents, jailers, officials, etc., so it should not be considered a private recruitment village. Be brave."
Listening to Xiao Liu's words, Lou Zhixian nodded. This was a good idea, but a new problem came again.
Lou Zhixian asked, looking at Xiaoliu who was bowing and clasping his fists.
"This is a good idea, but if you can't recruit agents during normal times, how can anyone be willing to come during extraordinary times like this?"
Although the folk customs in Qixia Town are simple and honest, most of the people with simple folk customs don't like fighting. It would be ridiculous if you let them use knives to deal with bandits.
Hearing this, Xiao Liu also pondered for a while before replying.
"Reporting to Lou Magistrate County, I think the reason why no one applies for the job of a police officer at this normal time is just because the salary of the police officer is so poor, so no one comes here."
"In my humble opinion, we can recruit people by increasing the salary. As the saying goes, there must be brave men under heavy rewards. I believe that if the salary is attractive enough, then it should not be difficult for us to recruit people."
"What's more, we don't ask them to fight the bandits. We just need to have enough power to deter the bandits before the army sent by the court arrives, so that the bandits don't dare to invade easily. That's it. .”
"In addition, we can also recruit mainly hunters and fishermen who are engaged in more dangerous industries. Especially the hunters in Beikou Village and Heifeng Ridge. There are bandits in Cuiwei Mountain, which will undoubtedly interrupt their livelihood. , if joining the yamen can not only maintain their livelihood, but also protect the safety of their families, they will definitely join enthusiastically. "
Listening to Xiao Liu's words, Lou Zhixian nodded repeatedly. If this is the case, it should not be difficult to recruit people.
Seeing Xiao Liu talking so eloquently, it seemed as if he had already felt something in his heart. Lou Zhixian couldn't help but become interested in teaching.
"Although these methods of yours are all good, in order to prevent redundant officials, the imperial court has been vigorously reducing the number of officials in the past few years. Isn't your doing so contrary to the imperial court's philosophy? What if the imperial court holds them accountable? ?”
Xiao Liu raised his head and glanced at Lou Zhixian. He saw that this time Lou Zhixian was different from the previous question while thinking by himself. His eyes were fixed on him. Xiao Liu knew that this time Lou Zhixian was testing him, no matter whether he answered or not. If he could answer it, he would use the methods he just mentioned.
Xiao Liu had no intention of being in the limelight again. He was just about to shake his head and say that the villain was stupid and didn't know what to do, but he saw Lao Xing beside him pulling his hand and asking him to behave well. Lao Xing also noticed it. Lou Zhixian is planning to take the P6 exam.
Seeing his master's concerned look, Xiao Liu smiled. He suddenly had the idea that he didn't want to disappoint his master.
"Reporting to the Lou Magistrate, although Xiao Liu is stupid, he has heard a saying that if you are an official and do not make decisions for the people, it is better to go home and sell sweet potatoes. If you are going to be held accountable by the court because of this incident, Xiao Liu wants to come , Your Excellency should be remembered by the people just like Hai Qingtian was dismissed from office."
Hearing Xiao Liu's words, Lou Zhixian burst into laughter. Xiao Liu could talk, but he actually compared him with Hai Rui. Now he couldn't do anything else.
Not to mention being dismissed from office, he would even be beheaded. After living for so long, instead of lingering and leaving, it would be better to do a good deed for the people vigorously, so that even if he dies, he can leave a clear name in the world. .
"Hahaha! Yu Sen, you have accepted a good apprentice and taught a good apprentice!" Lou Zhixian looked at Xing Captou and praised with a smile.
"No matter where, this is all due to the influence of Lou Zhi County. We, the errands, should plead for the people." Lao Xing also responded quickly.
