After the cannon fodder father and daughter married into the family, the whole family regretted it

Fang Nanzhi thought that according to the law, as a county magistrate, he should correct the local customs and resist evil ways.

But if the county magistrate really handles the family affairs, it seems that there is nothing wrong with it from the legal point of view.

In other words, it all depends on how the individual does it.

Fang Nanzhi sighed in his heart, already understanding something.

There are some things that County Magistrate Luo might be pretending to be ignorant and turning a blind eye to, or perhaps he gave up some of them in exchange for the favor of the local gentry.

Because he is in a high position, he has the power to cover up some matters, no matter how big or small.

Fang Nanzhi was not in a very good mood.

She was not stupid and could imagine that Widow Cao voluntarily gave her child to the mountain god, but would other families in the mountains be willing to do so?

There are always people who are unwilling to do so, either because they are coerced by the villagers or because of hints from the nobles.

Even if they take the initiative and are willing to sacrifice their children, the children are innocent.

They shouldn't be treated like this.

The little girl clenched her fists and didn't ask any more questions. It was pointless.

She was not interested in the flower viewing and piano playing later and left early.

Fang Nanzhi felt uncomfortable. She thought this was wrong. At least their dynasty focused on education and was not a barbarian land. How could human sacrifice occur?

She walked through the streets and alleys and saw portraits of mountain gods pasted on the doors of many houses. She frowned and pondered, but later, her steps became more and more determined.

When we returned to the inn, Doctor Chen had been waiting for a long time.

He came to act as a middleman. Those noble gentlemen wanted to buy medicine bags like the one from Nanzhi.

If used for hunting, it is really a powerful weapon.

Fang Nanzhi shook her head, indicating that it was given to her by her master and she no longer had it.

There was no way Doctor Chen believed her. At that time, he was watching the girl preparing the medicine. It was because the noble man was not paying much attention that he was fooled.

However, he did not expose it: "Well, I will handle this matter."

As fellow doctors, there are some things that don’t need to be explained clearly; they all understand.

Some medicines are double-edged swords. Who knows if they'll use them for hunting or self-protection? If they're used to harm others, then they'll have to bear the consequences for nothing.

Things like poison cannot be used casually, or the court will investigate.

"Doctor Fang, where are you planning to go next?" Doctor Chen asked shamelessly.

He planned to let his son go with him to study abroad.

The main thing is that I can learn more by following Fang Nanzhi.

If he weren't so old, he would have wanted to go there in person.

"I'm not going anywhere. I'm going to stay in Puliu Town for a while." Fang Nanzhi did not hide it.

Doctor Chen was a little surprised. Thinking of the girl's performance on the mountain, he couldn't help but give her some advice.

"Doctor Fang, we are doctors. We should just do what doctors are supposed to do."

Sometimes you have to learn to protect yourself.

Alas, Doctor Fang is a highly skilled doctor, but he is too young and impulsive, which is not good either.

"Doctor Chen, I have two teachers. One taught me the teachings of Confucius and Mencius, and the other taught me the art of medicine. Both Confucianism and medicine taught me to be benevolent and righteous." Fang Nanzhi's eyes were burning, hiding his confidence and pride.

Doctor Chen was stunned by this answer.

After a long while, he said, "In terms of medical skills and knowledge, I am not as good as Doctor Fang, but I am older and have more experience. I know that helping others should be within one's ability. Too much rigidity will lead to failure."

Fang Nanzhi's face was serious, knowing that these were words from the heart.

She saluted Doctor Chen and said, "Thank you for your guidance, Doctor Chen. Don't worry, I won't act rashly."

This girl understood everything immediately, and Doctor Chen could see that she really understood.

He shook his head, smiled and left. Young people are always more passionate, and he can't compare to them.

When they returned to the guest room, An Mei couldn't help but ask, "Miss, do you want to interfere in the matter of the mountain god? Didn't you stop the human sacrifice?"

"Anmei, you know, we used the medicine bag to stop it this time, but what if there's another problem next time when the mountain opens?"

Fang Nanzhi looked at the tea in the cup and murmured.

"Even if the mountain opening goes smoothly, the human heart is greedy and will never be satisfied. Who knows if it will develop into a situation where human sacrifice is used every time?"

When An Mei heard this, she felt a chill on her back.

She understood.

As long as those people firmly believe that offering human sacrifices to the mountain gods will bring better gifts, it will be difficult to end human sacrifices.

"Miss, what do you want to do? Do you want Uncle Yuan to go back and call for help?"

Anmei thought that the Zhou family probably couldn't provide many skilled guards, but this matter could be easily resolved by borrowing the power of the prince.

The prince regards Doctor Fang as his only friend, so he should help.

Fang Nanzhi shook his head: "How can I use force? If I do, I might end up in conflict with the local authorities."

By then, it would be bad if I fell into it again.

For matters like this, of course we should learn from Dr. Chen's approach.

She felt that knowing both oneself and the enemy would ensure victory in every battle. Starting tomorrow, she would get to know the local mountain gods, the child prodigies, and the divine servants.

Fang Nanzhi already had a plan in mind, but he felt that when doing such a big thing, he should be prepared for any eventuality.

That night, she made detailed plans.

She got up late the next day, but she was not in a hurry. She calmed down and went shopping with Anmei and Yuan Bo to try the special food of Puliu Town.

They ordered three bowls of plain noodles and six meat patties, and the three of them ate with relish.

Fang Nanzhi was in the growing period and ate a lot. Anmei and Yuan Bo were martial artists and consumed a lot, so at the end they added another bowl of plain noodles.

“This noodle may look ordinary, but it tastes fresh, fragrant, smooth and tender, leaving a lasting aftertaste.”

Fang Nanzhi praised.

"Girl, you really know how to eat. My Yangchun noodles are the best in Puliu Town." The stall owner couldn't help but feel proud when he heard it.

"Stall owner, lard is the soul of your noodles." Fang Nanzhi obviously noticed it while eating.

The stall owner nodded. "Yes, but the main thing is that the soup base is very complicated, it's not just lard that will do."

He was confident and straightened his back.

Fang Nanzhi agreed: "You are really amazing. It's really capable to have a craft to support your family."

What she said was down-to-earth and the stall owner benefited from it, but she was humble in her words.

"Miss, you are too kind. I am just trying to make a living and support my family."

Fang Nanzhi is young, fair-skinned and cute, and speaks nicely, especially when she compliments others, which makes people feel that she is speaking from the heart.

The two soon started chatting happily, saying that there was a willow forest in Puliu Town with beautiful scenery and it was worth a look.

If you want to worship the mountain god, how can you be sincere in the mountain temple in the city? You have to go outside the city, to the foot of the mountain not far away, that is the real mountain temple.

It has been established for two or three hundred years.

Although Puliu Town is small, it is bustling with many merchants coming and going. If you want to buy new and exotic goods, you can go to the West Market, where foreign merchants will sell some things.

Fang Nanzhi listened with great interest until the stall became busy, then she paid the bill and left without disturbing the stall owner.

She took people for a stroll and went to the mountain god temple, although she already knew that the temple in the city was built three years ago and even the mountain god statue was only three years old.

Locals feel that it is difficult to experience the charm of the mountain god here, and only come here to worship the god when they are too busy to leave the city.