Transmigrated into a female county magistrate during a famine, leading her country to prosperity

On the day that Balezhan and Fang Wenxiu left, Shen Zheng went to the county school again.

Wang Guangjin was helping to build a wall in the backyard. When he saw Shen Zheng, he trotted over.

"Master Shen, what can I do for you?"

He thought to himself that Lord Shen had just come this morning, and if he had nothing to do, he would not come again in the evening.

Shen Zheng nodded and motioned for him to talk over there.

After the two of them stood still, Shen Zheng asked directly, "Are the materials used for the renovation now basically purchased in Quanyang County?"

Wang Guangjin's expression was startled after hearing this. Could it be that there was a conflict between their county and Quanyang County?

Seeing his serious expression, Shen Zheng comforted him, "It's not a big deal. Tell everyone that when you go to Quanyang County to buy, if they offer a very low price, or give you something for free, don't take it. Don't be greedy for their bargains."

Wang Guangjin was stunned when he heard this. Why would the shops in Quanyang County do this?

But after a moment he understood that now their Tongan County was a huge piece of hot cake, and everyone wanted to take a bite.

Whether it is the county government or the shops in Quanyang County, they should all be trying their best to sell them well.

Therefore, the people of Quanyang County have something to ask of Lord Shen. If the people under their command are ignorant and accept benefits from others, then Lord Shen will be in trouble.

After Wang Guangjin sorted out the pros and cons, he nodded seriously at Shen Zheng.

"I know what's going on. Don't worry, sir. I will definitely wake you up and will never embarrass you."

Wang Guangjin also knew that the matter was not as simple as Lord Shen said. If the people of Quanyang really had ideas about them, they would not simply use just one method.

Although the business in Tongan County has not yet taken off, if it does take off in the future, the first beneficiaries will definitely be the merchants in Tongan County.

If some businessmen in Quanyang County really offered benefits that were hard to refuse.

So, can the people of Tongan County keep their original intentions?

Even if it had little impact on the county's future business, it was still a loss of face for the adults.

......

Ten days later, the renovation of the county school was basically completed, except for the tables, chairs, benches and wooden beds made by Mr. Qiao.

From today on, their craftsmen moved to the county school first. First, the county school had a large venue, so they were not restricted in their work; second, they could move the items in right after they were made, eliminating the need for transportation.

Fourteen apprentices were planing wood, some were carving wood, beads of sweat were sliding down their foreheads, but they just wiped them casually and continued to work hard.

Seeing that the autumn harvest was approaching, even Old Qiao was feeling a little anxious.

If by the time the autumn harvest is over, they haven't prepared all the things they need, wouldn't that slow down the opening of schools across the entire county?

But he couldn't say anything to the apprentices at this time. Although they were all newcomers and their talents varied, they had one thing in common.

That means being willing to work!

These days, Master Qiao has been demanding a lot from them. Out of the twelve hours a day, the apprentices have to work for at least seven hours.

If we ask them to stretch out their hands now, both men and women will have several big blisters on their hands.

Old Qiao looked at them working hard, a hint of certainty appeared on his face, and he suppressed the anxiety in his heart.

For novice craftsmen, there is a process of learning the skills. It doesn't matter if they are slow now. As they gradually get the hang of it, the speed will naturally be improved. Now he is anxious, which is of no use except to add pressure to the apprentices.

At the same time, a fast horse galloped out from the post station outside Shangjing. The rider held the reins with one hand and the cloth bag on his back with the other.

He held the cloth bag very carefully, his expression solemn but with a hint of joy that could not be concealed.

Now this post station is his last resting place on this journey, and he will finally reach Shangjing.

......

The Imperial Palace of the Great Zhou Dynasty.

Eunuch Hong, who served beside the Emperor Mingyang, walked in a hurry.

"Your Majesty, Earl Yongning wants to see you. He has something important to report."

Emperor Mingyang lowered his head to review the memorials, with a hint of doubt in his tone: "Hasn't this old fellow stopped asking about the affairs of the court a long time ago? It's unusual today that he can take the initiative to come to see me. Let's pass it on."

Yongning Earl Yu Shizhang stood outside the hall, looking inside frequently with an anxious look on his face.

He held a cloth bag in each hand. The one in his left hand was slightly smaller, about the size of two men's fists, while the one in his right hand was a bit bigger and a bit dirty, and bystanders could see the watermarks and mud stains on it at a glance.

If you look carefully, you can see that Yu Shizhang's hands are trembling slightly.

Eunuch Hong walked out of the hall in small steps and said respectfully to Yu Shizhang, "Please come in, Earl Yongning."

Yu Shizhang glanced at him and said, "Eunuch Hong, why are you so slow today?"

Eunuch Hong was stunned when he heard this. How could he be slow? He had just reported this to His Majesty when he entered the palace, and His Majesty immediately granted the Earl of Yongning an audience.

Although he is an old man beside His Majesty, the Earl of Yongning in front of him was also a remarkable figure when he was young.

Although the Earl of Yongning has semi-retired from the court now, his achievements are still there.

Eunuch Hong lowered his head, and said with some grievance: "You really wronged me. How dare I neglect you?"

Yu Shizhang was now extremely agitated. He was just getting impatient and just casually complained.

He waved to Eunuch Hong, walked past him and went in front of him.

Eunuch Hong followed behind, and he could hardly take even one small step before he could catch up with him.

Eunuch Hong now realized that the Earl of Yongning must have something important to report to His Majesty today. He had just waited for a while outside the palace and people said that he was slow. Now his steps are so hurried, and it seems that he cannot wait even a moment.

He couldn't help but feel curious, not knowing how big a deal it was.

As eunuchs, they accompany His Majesty and have heard a lot of things, both what they should and shouldn't have heard. Of course they can listen.

But you can’t say a single word to anyone!

After Yu Shizhang entered the palace, the emperor was still reviewing memorials.

He lifted his robe, raised the two cloth bags in his hands above his head, and knelt down.

"I, your Majesty, congratulate you, your Majesty!"

His voice was so loud that it echoed in the hall.

The emperor's hand holding the brush trembled slightly. Why should he be happy? Yu Shizhang was a little strange today, and his voice was much louder than usual.

He raised his head and looked at Yu Shizhang who was lying on the ground, and was a little confused when he saw the cloth bag in his hand.

The joy that Yu Shizhang was talking about were these two cloth bags?

What's in it?

Even the emperor was a little curious at this time. After all, he knew Yu Shizhang's character. If it was not a big deal, he would definitely not take the initiative to meet him.

The older others become as officials, the more they desire power and the more they try to pave the way for younger generations in their families.