"Although you have been to Jiangning, you are all nobles, and you don't know anything about the people's suffering. The people you used to go back and forth with were all heavenly immortals, and you were in charge of heavenly immortal affairs. But to be a county magistrate is to deal with little ghosts, and to manage the fireworks in the world. I'm better at this kind of thing. The Qinhuai River ushered in the send-off, and I have dealt with big families and the lord of the yamen, and these things can't be hidden from me. Although Shangyuan is Shangxian County, and the southeast is also a land of ointment, our Jiangning's money and grain have never been confiscated. Let's just say that you want to put Shangyuan County, there are 18 townships and 150 li, divided into seven districts, each district has a total grain chief, five deputy grain chiefs, and a small grain chief in each district. The lord in charge of grain, when it is time to collect taxes, collects ten taels from each chief grain chief, five taels from the deputy grain chief, and one tael from each of the small grain chiefs. Just this amount of input, it is seven or eight hundred taels per year, which is enough to top the last silk village owner. Why? It is that the grain manager sells friendship when he collects grain, and he can slow it down, and if he can avoid it, he will avoid it, and then go to the master to ask for help, and he will say that he can't collect it. The county order can't collect grain by itself, and there is nothing to do with the grain officer, and it has been owed over time. I used to do this, but now the court has replaced your father-in-law as your father-in-law, and he is staring at the money and food all the way, and seeing the money and food as life. The grain management officials below are still like this, and the county order can't explain to the above, and they are angry at both ends. Your predecessor, Mr. Lai, was a good man, but so what? In the end, it wasn't because I couldn't finish the class that I hanged myself. ”

"So, Jiangning's taxes are difficult to handle?"

"Yes, it's very difficult!" Ma Xianglan's expression was very serious, "So you'd better find a way to transfer away within a year, or go and beg your lady to let her say a few words to your father-in-law, and change you to an idle yamen." In short, the tax on the upper yuan is not collectible. In the end, if you want to make up for the deficit with your own money, it will be a dead person. But it's okay for a year, Wu'er has some savings in hand, and I can also help you borrow some ......."

Fan Jin knew that Ma Xianglan's red-crowned Qin Huai was a big reason for being a little sloppy at the moment, that is, he was too righteous. Guarantee and borrow money for her sisters, but if the other party can't pay back the money, she has to repay it instead. Ren is a sea of gold and silver, and he can't bear this kind of flower. He shook his head and said:

"I'm going to talk about you, it's good to be a righteous person, but it's stupid to ignore yourself. You're a smart woman, don't always make stupid mistakes. Not every time you can get out of the sea of suffering, don't do anything to help others guarantee and borrow money in the future. Also, I can run away in a year, but that would be too useless. Not only do I have to be a magistrate, but I also have to do a good job as a magistrate, and by the end of the year, I have to pay the full taxes, so that I can be considered a man! Siniang, are you willing to help me? ”

"I'll help you...... For the sake of Wu'er's ......" Ma Xianglan suddenly found that when the little man in front of him disciplined herself, not only did she not hate her, but she had an inexplicable sense of security, so that she really let him control it. Although what I said in my mouth was for Wu'er, I actually wanted to say it for you.

She knew that this kind of mentality was very abnormal, a dewy couple was nothing, but if she was really moved, she would not only be sorry for Xue Wu, but also sorry for Zhideng. The most appropriate way to deal with it now is to stay away from this man, and the farther away the better. But her intense curiosity led her to wonder what this man was capable of doing something that she couldn't do at all. Knowing that it is very dangerous for a woman to be curious about a man, she still can't help but ask:

"What are you going to do?"

Fan Jin put his mouth to Ma Xianglan's ear and whispered, "Don't worry, this is a very complicated matter, let me tell you slowly." The night was still long enough for us to ...... Talk slowly. ”

In the early morning, when the sun was rising, Ma Xianglan's wine had basically faded. Because Fan Jin stopped it early, and because the continuous activities dispersed the wine through sweat in time, last night's drunkenness did not make Ma Xianglan too uncomfortable. Unlike the few hangovers in memory, the headache was splitting and the limbs were weak. pretending to be a drunkard in front of others, I don't know how many times I have been guilty of it afterwards, but this time I feel the most comfortable. And the reason for the comfort...... Maybe it's the man rocking the boat.

Fan Jin rocked the boat and rowed to the mooring place last night. He was shirtless, rocking his oars, as if he were a real boatman. The rising sun sprinkled on him, shining on the snowflakes and white flesh and the crystal sweat beads on his body, Ma Xianglan looked out from the cabin, and couldn't help but imagine a picture in his mind. He's not a big man, he's not a big talent, he's just a boatman, and he's not a former Oiran leader, just an ordinary boatlady. Two people in one boat, just like this for a lifetime. Although the livelihood is difficult, they can get along with each other for life.

Thinking of that scene, a slight smile appeared on her face, and then she shook her head again, and said to herself, "I can't be sorry for Bogu." ”

stood up, slowly walked out of the cabin, came to Fan Jin's side, reached out to catch the oars and said, "You are an official of the imperial court, if someone sees you rocking the boat like this, you will laugh." Let me do it. ”

Fan Jin looked at her and said with a smile: "Are you okay?" ”

"Don't underestimate people, my mother is also a water person, and rocking a boat is also a skill that I have practiced since childhood. Otherwise, how did you train these two legs as a mother? ”

"But...... Do you still have the strength? Who is the one who cries out for mercy in the morning? ”

Ma Xianglan's face flushed slightly, and she raised her leg and kicked towards Fan Jin, "Okay, the old lady is kind enough to help you rock the boat, you are here to entertain the old lady, believe it or not, kick you to death." Also, forget about yesterday's events and don't remember them again! The old lady was very lonely yesterday, and she bought a happy life with a tael of silver, and you are not allowed to mention it again. ”

Fan Jin looked at Ma Xianglan's long legs and slender waist, and smiled silently, but the intention was already very clear. Some things happen just as they happen, and no matter what the person thinks, it can't really be erased. Not to mention Ma Xianglan's eldest sister's temperament and good looks, it was the taste of last night that made Fan Jin not want to let go, and he had already made up his mind in his heart to compete with Wang Zhideng.

When the boat returned to the berth, I saw several boatmen-like people kneeling on the shore shirtless, and behind each of them was a valet who whipped violently. Zhang Dashou commanded: "Force! Fight with all your might! I can't even look at the boat, but I go to find a woman, is that really that important? Our family hates these bastards who think about things with their lower bodies the most in their lives, and it is only after killing them all that they are satisfied. Anyway, our family won't take their boat on the return trip, and fight with me hard! ”

Fan Jin and Ma Xianglan glanced at each other, a smile appeared on each other's faces at the same time, Ma Xianglan raised her foot towards Fan Jin as if warning, and then made a sealing gesture and turned back to the cabin.

On the river, two wine jars, as well as a bamboo mat, a sheet, and several brightly colored women's clothes floated and sank in the water. There were early fishermen who hooked the sheets out of the water, wondering how anyone would be willing to throw away such good sheets and such fine silk coats. I was only thankful for good luck and went home happily.

At the same time, the county seat of Jurong, inside the inn.

Zheng Chan's face was red, and she waved her hands nervously, "No...... Not really...... We can't ...... like that."

Opposite her, Song smiled and looked very kind, and said in an inducing way: "Take it, it's nothing." Master Fan will be the parent official on our head in the future, and being the filial piety of the people is also the proper meaning of the question. In the future, it will depend on the eldest master to take care of many things, this is just a common practice. Besides, Aunt Zheng is such a beautiful person, she should have some jewelry to decorate, and some good clothes. Let me tell you, there are many beauties in this Jiangning, if our daughter's family doesn't dress up beautifully, beware of men being fascinated by wild women outside. ”

Speaking of this, she suddenly smiled, "Look at me, where did you go." Master Fan is a decent man and a gentleman, how can he be like those men who have no interest, he is fascinated by the fox spirit, and he should be beaten. But you still have to accept this thing, if you don't accept it, ......" Her beautiful eyes turned slightly, and she deliberately made a sudden expression and said: "I know, Aunt Zheng is too little." ”

"No, no...... I don't know where to start. ”

Although Zheng Chan also dealt with people when she was in Beijing, due to her background, she came into contact with most of the middle and lower class people in society, and she had not had much contact with a wealthy merchant family like the Yang family. Especially a woman like Song, who is good at socializing and is born with a bit of nobility, she can't resist it.

Originally, I scolded the other party for being improper, but after meeting, I was impressed by the lady's breath and social skills on the other party. A few words of praise, coupled with a moderate joke, made Zheng Chan have a good impression of her, and felt that the Song woman was not bad and worth dating.

Moreover, the box of jeweled jewelry in front of her also made her quite fascinated. Along the way, Fan Jin purchased some jewelry for her, but it was always a small place, and the style and workmanship were not comparable to the box in front of her. There are also two bright fine satins on the side, which are of the highest quality at a glance.

She is not a woman with many connotations, she is from a poor family, she likes jewelry, she likes jewelry, and she likes beautiful clothes. The need for material desires is actually quite strong. Whether it's jewelry or satin, I can't put it down, and I can't help it. She also knows that such a valuable gift has gone beyond the scope of gift giving, and she is afraid that it will be a little troublesome to receive such a gift.

But Song's words happened to hit her heart disease. Fan Jin just became the county magistrate, and he didn't return all night last night, thinking that he got into a wild woman's quilt. Even if he is acting on the spot, he is not comfortable in his heart. If you don't make yourself pretty, what should you do if you let the woman outside hook him away?

She looked at Song and asked timidly, "Is this ...... It really doesn't matter? ”

Song laughed, "Aunt Zheng, look at what you said." Right now, it's just the two of us and my girl, except for the three of us, who sees it. Could it be that I could send my own disobedience? What good will it do me if I denounce you? Although I'm a girl, I'm a man's character, and I like cool people the most. Aunt Zheng is also an outfield figure at first glance, and she has the most appetite for me, and I still want to worship Jinlan with you and be a sister. It's not unusual for sisters to send something between them, what are you afraid of? ”

"That'...... If so, I'll take it. Zheng Chan said, put the jewelry box into her arms, and couldn't help but say, "But...... I said ugly things earlier, my lord will not do anything bad because of these things. ”

"Good sister, where did you go? My sister's family is a businessman, where do I dare to do anything bad? Just ask the government not to trouble us, and we will be Amitabha. My sister turned around and pleaded with the eldest master, and asked his subordinates not to always come to us to check the east and west, and we will intercede. I estimate the hour, the eldest man is coming back soon, no matter which courtyard is cheap, it should be the time to send off guests. I'll take my leave first, you put on your clothes, and when the eldest master comes back, I will make him happy. ”

Zheng Chan thought that she would put these jewelry on her head for a while, and Fan Jin saw that she was so beautiful, maybe she would be able to make out with herself for a while, so she put down the last bit of worry. nodded and said, "Then thank you Sister Song, don't worry, if anyone dares to bully you in the future, I won't agree." ”

"In this way, I will count on my sister in the future." Song saluted very politely, left the room with Kou'er, and when he walked to the front yard, he was just in time for Zhang Tiejian to come back from practicing his sword. Song nodded at him, Zhang Tiejian was as stunned as if he had been struck by lightning, until the two women disappeared out of sight, and then muttered to himself: "Such a girl, if anyone can play once, it will be worth a few years of life......"

When he returned to live out, the snow-white fat cat meowed and paced over and was picked up by Song and teased in his arms. Buckle Road:

"Miss, that Aunt Zheng's slave and maid look very vulgar, I haven't seen the world, why do you want to give such a heavy gift? Just four silver bills are enough. Besides, Miss, you are a main house, do you still want to worship sisters with a side room? It's too embarrassing, I can't do it for the sake of a county official. ”

Song shook his head, "I'll just say that, and I won't really bow to her, let her be happy herself, and say a word of it." Fan Jin is not as simple as a county order, he wants to be of great use. This is just the beginning, but who knows where it will go in the future? The sooner we make friends with such a person, the better, and when he is really a big official, it will be difficult for us to get married. When it really came to his use, a box of jewelry was so small that even other people's doors couldn't look down on it. Small wealth does not come out, big wealth does not enter, don't be petty. I didn't want to buy Zheng Chan, but to let Master Fan see my sincerity. Although he had friends such as Wei Guogong in Jiangning, he did not have many friends among merchants. As long as he recognizes us as a friend, the future will be easy. It's not surprising that those masters of our family have caused any trouble, and the Huang family can't be relied on, so they have to find a new dock to lean on. ”

Kou'er smiled, "Actually, you don't have to be so troublesome, as long as the young lady comes up with some means?" Don't let him fall to his knees right away? ”

"Phew! The little hooves are so bold that they amuse me. Go back, I'll let you do the beauty trick, and you'll be happy, won't you? The master and servant laughed for a while, and the big fat cat meowed proudly. Song then continued:

"Looking at his methods of dealing with the Hua family, you know that this person is not easy to provoke, so don't mess around. In the past few days, you have followed me, done a good job in the aftermath of the Hua family, and let him owe us a favor, and we will be friends in the future. This family, now it's counting on me to hold on, this Master Fan may be the hope of our family to turn over! ”