Yuyan Prefecture, Guangyang County, and the county guard Cao Yuting stood outside the city, looking at the shed under intense construction in front of him, and his brows were tightened.

After the Marquis of Jianning guessed the thoughts of these big clans, he immediately sent a message to the counties, giving clear and unambiguous instructions to these county guards who had just taken office and were not familiar with the situation.

It includes the details of how to treat the slave tenants who may have come in an instant, how to arrange work for them, how to manage them, and so on.

However, many things in this world are not so logical.

Just like many poor people also know that reading changes their fate, but they even have a problem with their livelihood, where are the resources to support their children and grandchildren to study hard and glorify their ancestors.

The problem in front of Cao Yuting at this moment is the same, from Zhongjing to the state city, and then to the county seat and county seat, the control of the imperial power over the local area is gradually declining, and the voice of the big clan is gradually rising.

Even in some counties, there are a few big clans that have the final say, what county order, the main book, obedient is a good dog, and if you are disobedient, you will be a mud puppet.

In today's Guangyang County, there happen to be so many wealthy families, some of them are branches of the top clans in the state city, and some are outright local clans.

Although it is not enough to control everything in the county, it also has a huge influence on the county, especially in the affairs of the people.

Especially at the moment when the imperial court needs to rebuild the management order in Yuyan Prefecture, the dependence on these local clans will inevitably be greater.

But now, they want to take the court to cut their flesh, and their attitude is almost obvious.

In the case of a smaller circle, the leader's statement has a greater effect, and almost no one in the entire Guangyang County now dares to openly support the new policy implemented by him, the county magistrate.

And because the main energy is in the state city, now in Guangyang County, the residual poison of the rebellion has not been completely cleared, and the subordinate officials and officials of the Taishou have not been cleaned up and rebuilt, and the original soldiers in the county have also been screened twice because of the rebellion.

Originally, this was not a big deal, but with his ability and the follow-up support of the imperial court, it would not be a problem to slowly control the entire county.

However, as soon as the Marquis of Jianning moved quickly in the state capital, the situation in the counties suddenly became urgent.

Under the obstacles of these wealthy families, he just built a shed for three whole days, and it was only a prototype, and yesterday, the situation expected by the Marquis of Jianning came as promised.

The tenants of these great clans and the servants of the house were all driven out of their homes and gathered in the yamen.

The little preparation that Cao Yuting had made at the beginning was almost quickly consumed.

But fortunately, he was able to endure it well, and with some clever persuasion, these people temporarily endured the riot and began to help build their own shelter.

With their joining, the progress is faster, and it is estimated that it can be completely built today, and the Marquis of Jianning also gave him the permission to open a warehouse and release grain, so that food and shelter can be solved temporarily, and the most urgent danger can be temporarily eliminated.

The situation seemed to be better, but Cao Yuting's eyebrows became more and more wrinkled.

Because the next cash-for-work requires money, materials, and authority, on the side of the state city, the Marquis of Jianning has the support of the Qin family, but he has no such good thing in Guangyang County.

Not only that, but those big clans have set up a lot of obstacles for him, of course, everything is done in secret.

For example, at present, he plans to take the lead in dredging the river and digging two irrigation canals, and first of all, two villages that need to pass through it began to quarrel over this matter, saying that they occupied their land and did not agree to this practice;

When I went to buy a batch of equipment, several of the major blacksmith shops in the city coincidentally said that the things had been ordered by a certain family.

There are many other difficulties, which can be summed up in four words: difficult.

"Ouch, isn't this Lord Cao!"

was in a state of sorrow, and a greeting woke Cao Yuting from his worries.

He turned his head to look at the man and nodded calmly, "How can Master Hong have the leisure to go out of the city?" ”

"It's not that I heard that Lord Taishou is going to do something big, the old man and all the townsmen plan to come together to see if there is anything we can help with."

This old man Hong smiled and said: "Although my Guangyang Hong family is a branch, it is also the same as this family, loyal and patriotic, if the Lord Taishou needs it, even if he is instructed!" ”

Behind him, four or five similarly dressed outsiders laughed in unison, the laughter full of mockery and pride in winning the battle.

Cao Yuting's face was slightly cold, "Don't bother you, since you have made such a great contribution to the new policy of the imperial court, if this official does not laugh, will he not live up to your kindness, you can look at it with peace of mind, there will definitely be a result that will make you happy." ”

Cao Yuting's tough posture made everyone's arrogance dissipate a lot, and Master Hong snorted lightly, "Lord Cao, I am also quite thin in this city, not to mention anything else, these slaves and tenants are also our former acquaintances, and it is still useful to say something, are you sure you don't need our help?" ”

These words were almost a naked threat, Cao Yuting narrowed his eyes, "Hong Shanhe, do you know what you're talking about?" ”

Master Hong spread his hands, "What are you talking about?" I just hope to be able to help the adult.,If the adult really doesn't appreciate it.,But after today.,If you want to ask us for help.,Don't blame us for not contributing to the court when the time comes.。 ”

Cao Yuting had a cold face and was silent.

Even if the conversation collapsed, several heads of the family also arched their hands and turned to leave.

And after they left, Cao Yuting turned his head to look at the entourage behind him, "How long can the rice noodles last?" ”

The attendant also looked worried, "At most, these big clans have controlled the rice and noodles in the world, and our people can only buy some sporadically. However, Zhang Juncheng has already gone to the state city to ask for help in person, and he thinks it will be solved soon. ”

Cao Yuting shook his head slightly and sighed, "Even if it is raised, it will take two or three days to transport it." Moreover, I don't know if it can be successfully raised, and the battle faced by Jianninghou on the side of the state city is not small, and all the counties have gone to ask for it, and he can give enough points anywhere. ”

While he was talking, two more people who looked like stewards came over and saluted Cao Yuting, "Lord Cao, the little one is ordered by the head of the family to come and send some rice, noodles and meat, where do you think we are placed?" ”

Behind them, a few slaves carried several loads, which contained some rice, flour and meat, but that was enough for the slave tenants outside the city to eat for a meal now.

Cao Yuting's face turned red, as if he had been slapped in the face.

These things are what the current county guard yamen and he urgently need.

But it's only such a small amount.

At the same time, it was after he rejected the other party's pull just now that the other party came to such a hand.

This is not even a provocation, let alone a temptation, it is purely holding a silver ticket and slapping him Cao Yuting and asking,

"Aren't you amazing? Aren't you arrogant? Will you show me another one? ”

But in the face of this kind of thing that almost makes it clear that disgusting you humiliate you, do you want it or not?

If you want it, the so-called wind bones and backbone are a joke.

Don't, the problem is still not to be said, and there is also a suspicion of being arrogant.

The entourage behind him looked angry, but when the words of reprimand came to his lips, he couldn't say it.

Because, on the bright side, there is nothing wrong with it.

Can there be anything wrong with donating money and materials?

Although the two stewards on the opposite side lowered their eyebrows, the slight curvature at the corners of their mouths was full of mockery.

Cao Yuting was silent for a moment, took a deep breath, and almost gritted his teeth and said, "Thank you, I took the trouble to move to the shantytown." ”

The two stewards owed a debt, and led their subordinates to carry several large and small baskets to the side.

Not far away, a burst of laughter rang out.

"My lord! I can't take it anymore! ”

The entourage stomped his feet angrily, but Cao Yuting's expression slowly calmed down, "If you can't bear it, bear it with me." ”

He sighed, "Although the Marquis of Jianning is a genius and has a deep plan like the sea, he is still a little younger in the end, and this step is a bit too hasty. Although the Swift Prefecture is mighty, and no one in these big clans dares to openly provoke and confront the imperial court, the power of the imperial court in the local area has not yet been established, and it still has to rely on the support of the local clans in local governance. However, as soon as the new policy came out, the local clans were instantly pushed to the opposite side of the imperial court, and the integration of the imperial court and the gentry was broken in the original county governance structure, and it became difficult for us to act. ”

After listening to this, the entourage looked aggrieved, "Isn't Jianning Hou recognized as powerful?" Could it be that he couldn't have thought of this? ”

Cao Yuting sighed, "He must want to get it, but for a character like him, what he pursues must not be so simple." These difficulties, in his eyes, were slowly solved. He can't be expected to put himself in his shoes for the sake of us people! ”

The entourage was silent when he heard this, "The villain feels that since the Marquis of Jianning knows how to give instructions to the adults, he must also have an understanding of the plight of the adults, and there will definitely be action, so the adults don't need to worry too much." ”

Cao Yuting turned his head to look at him, wanting to refute, but the rebuttal was not said in the end, just looked at the residual winter around him, and said lightly, "I hope." ”

On the other side, Master Hong and the rest of the heads of the families in the county were sitting on a meadow, and the servants put on cushions, tables, wine utensils, etc., and then everyone sat down.

"Fun! Hahahaha! ”

"Isn't he arrogant? Why aren't you arrogant? ”

Several big clan heads laughed heartily, and after they vented, Master Hong reached out and pressed it, and said with a smile: "This matter is relieved of anger, but the point is still that we have found out the details of Lord Cao, and he is about to lose it." ”

"Yes, but as long as he can withstand two or three days, he will not have to endure our ridicule. He had already made it clear that he was nervous at the moment. If we add more fire, I guess he won't be able to do anything. ”

"But everyone, he will definitely ask the state city for help, the state city, if he supports it, won't he be relieved!"

"Don't worry, everyone." Master Hong smiled, "The letter came from my family yesterday. The battle in the state city is even bigger, with thousands of people, and it is estimated that the Marquis of Jianning has more headaches! What's more, all the counties went to ask for help, so how much ability could Jianning Marquis have to appease him? ”

Everyone was hurriedly curious, but Master Hong just smiled incomprehensibly and did not answer, "Let's wait and see, it is estimated that it will not be long before great news comes." Everyone, drink! ”

Seeing this, everyone didn't want to ask any more questions, and they all toasted and made peace.

After a glass of drinking, a galloping movement of a fast horse attracted everyone's attention.

Seeing that the other party rushed straight to Cao Yuting's location, everyone was in a state of panic.

"Brother Hong, but there's movement over there in the state city?"

Master Hong also looked over there and nodded slowly, "It is estimated that the big clans in the state city have joined forces, and the battle is much larger than ours, looking at their anxious appearance, maybe the victory or defeat has been decided." This Jianning Marquis has finally hit a wall. Wait, we won't be waiting long for news. ”

Soon, as he had expected, two fast horses galloped in, the messengers they had sent to the state city.

Master Hong took it as a matter of course, and said lightly, "How?" But something happened in the state city? ”

The messenger glanced at Master Hong, and stopped talking.

"Dumb? Master Hong asks you! The other head of the house immediately opened his mouth and scolded.

The messenger turned his heart sideways, "News from the state city, the Hong family contacted the families to kill civilians and obstruct the new policy was exposed, the Hong family was arrested and imprisoned, and the rest of the heads of the families surrendered one after another, confessed their guilt and surrendered to the law!" ”

"What?"

"What? Do you hear me? ”

Master Hong strode forward and grabbed the messenger's collar, "How is it possible, how can a big clan like my Hong family be wanted by the clan!" ”

The messenger is not afraid of this one now, "This is all a fact, there are also rumors in the city that the Marquis of Jianning will behead several of the Hong family and the rest of the heads of the family tomorrow." Master Hong, it is estimated that the people who arrested you will be soon. ”

"Fuck you!" Master Hong was furious, "Where did the evil slave come from, he dared to bully the master!" Someone! Beat me to death with a stick! ”

But in the past, the situation of responding to all calls has not reappeared.

"Brother Hong, I suddenly remembered that I still have to tutor my young son in his studies, so I took the first step."

"Brother Hong, my house is on fire, I have to go back quickly!"

"Brother Hong, just now someone said that my wife is going to give birth, so I will take the next step."

"Your fucking wife is fifty-one, and she can still give birth to a fart!"

But Master Hong's impotent fury did not change their hesitation, and almost instantly, the rest of the families left cleanly, leaving only the Hong family standing in place in fear and fear.

Master Hong is not stupid, he came back from his anger and immediately realized that the situation was not good, "Quickly clean up and go home first!" ”

When they hurried to the city gate, a group of officers and soldiers had already arrived on horseback.

The leader looked at Master Hong, "On the order of Marquis Jianning, arrest the next cadre of the Hong family in Guangyang, Hong Shanhe, come with us!" ”

Master Hong's face finally showed irrepressible fear, and he was inward-looking, "My Hong family has always been law-abiding, why are you arresting me!" ”

"Whether it is law-abiding or not, you will know after interrogation! Take! ”

Master Hong roared angrily: "You guys are chaotic politics!" You are going to be the enemy of the entire Guangyang clan! ”

"Master Hong, what are you talking about?"

Cao Yuting, who also came back to the city, slowly walked in front of him, "How can you represent the entire Guangyang clan?" ”

"My Guangyang Hong family is sitting upright, how can I allow you to commit such wanton murder! You're doing the opposite! Your behavior will surely chill the hearts of all those who are loyal to the monarch and patriotic! ”

Cao Yuting looked at the city and smiled lightly, "Really? How do I think, no? ”

Master Hong turned his head to look, his expression changed suddenly, and he saw several teams running out of the city in a hurry, carrying rice, noodles, wine and meat, as well as all kinds of instruments and utensils.

These family masters, who were still respectful in front of him just now, ran fat and trembled, panting, and rushed to Cao Yuting.

"Lord Gunjo! I heard that the supplies outside the city are in short supply, and my Huang family urgently mobilized a lot of materials from all sides, and they have just been delivered, so they will be sent to the adults immediately! ”

"Lord Cao! Guangyang Yang family, also hurriedly transported a batch of equipment, you see which ones can be used, the Yang family is willing to donate free of charge! ”

Cao Yuting smiled slightly, and naturally did not debunk it, "I won't be too embarrassed for you, right?" ”

"What are you talking about, my lord, I am fully supporting the new deal!"

"Yes, we have read the original notice of the Marquis of Jianning, and it has simply said that it is in our hearts, find out the family background, the court can take measures to deal with the symptoms, manage the ills of the country, and when the country is good, our families can be good! No one wants Dongfang Ping's matter to happen again, no! ”

"But." Cao Yuting pointed at Master Hong, "He doesn't seem to think so?" ”

"He? But a wolf-hearted dog-lung! I, Yang, don't share the sky with him! ”

Master Hong was furious, opened his mouth to curse, and a rag was accurately stuffed into his mouth.

Cao Yuting said with a smile: "In this way, there will be all of you!" ”

Cao Yuting, who escorted the Hong family's team into the city, and the team transporting materials and equipment went out of the city, standing at the city gate, silently watching all this, showed emotion, "Today, I know that there is no vanity under the fame, and the twenty-year-old central minister is indeed a gods. ”

He looked around and suddenly found that it was already spring and full of vitality.

The original cold winter wind is already blowing cold.

Almost the same drama has been staged in various counties and counties of Swift.

The bloody slaughter in the state city strongly suppressed all obstacles.

And when the Marquis of Jianning was in the state city, the operation of encouraging all those who had been victimized by the Hong family to report the crimes of the Hong family came out, which made the hearts of those big clans who had a lot of shit tremble.

As a result, the overall situation of Swift State has been completely settled.

Just as Xia Jingyun was outside the city of Swift Prefecture and cut off a bunch of heads, a carrier pigeon slowly stopped in a house in Zhongjing City.

Then a man quickly dressed up, went out of the door, and came to the house of Wan Wenbi, the prime minister of the dynasty. (End of chapter)