Before the house is confiscated, the enemy's warehouse is emptied and exiled

Xiao Heng did not directly respond to County Magistrate Zhang's proposal, but glanced at Yun Yi beside him inconspicuously.

Yun Yi was smart this time and immediately interrupted and said:

"Master Zhang, the King appreciates your kindness. However, our King is very particular about food. I'm afraid he might not be able to adapt to the local climate here for the first time.

So, let's just use the food we prepared for now! As for that beauty, how could an ordinary woman catch the king's eye?

In a few days, once the King has rested, we can inform you all again about the details of the court meeting!"

Hearing this, Zhang Yi's expression froze slightly, but only for a moment, and then he relaxed as if a heavy burden had been lifted from his shoulders.

He was very glad that the new king did not seem to be a very violent person, at least he did not immediately criticize the construction of the palace.

Afterwards, after getting Xiao Heng's consent, the officials headed by Zhang Yi stood up and immediately sent people to assist Xiao Heng's team in dismantling and moving various items.

Fortunately, the royal guard camp in the palace has been completed, and Yun Yi and other soldiers no longer need to camp in the open air.

Just like this, it didn't take long before all the luggage and other belongings were sorted out and placed neatly.

At this point, Xiao Heng finally officially took control of the Lingnan area.

……

At the same time, Shen Qingge and others, who followed Xiao Heng's vassalage team and slowly stepped into Panyu City, gathered in front of the gate of Nanhai County Mansion, not far from the Lingnan Palace.

The fugitives gathered together tightly, each of them staring anxiously at the closed gate of the county government, looking forward to the appearance of Li Tian and other officials.

After a long while, the messenger Li Tian finally walked out of the county government gate slowly. He was smiling and holding a thick stack of notes in his hands.

Before Li Tian could completely step out of the county government gate, the anxious convicts rushed forward and surrounded him.

Among the crowd, Zhao Ping took the lead and asked:

"Master Li Tian, ​​how is the situation? Have our household registrations been completed?"

Hearing this, Li Tian changed his usual ferocious look and responded with a smile:

"It's done, it's done! Don't worry, everyone, line up first and come over one by one to receive your household registration!"

Hearing this, the convicts immediately became happy and moved quickly, soon forming a long and neat line.

Seeing this, Li Tian nodded with satisfaction, and then began to distribute the household registration posts to each household one by one in an orderly manner.

The other officers were not idle at this time either. They picked up the keys they had prepared long ago and quickly undid the shackles on the prisoners' feet.

After the shackles were removed, the convicts finally regained their freedom completely.

Although the word "untouchable" was clearly written on the thin household registration in their hands, they had gone through a long and arduous journey and were already exhausted physically and mentally. They really didn't have the extra energy to care about these things at this moment.

Everyone just wants to find a place to stay as soon as possible and have a good rest.

There was even a faint sound of long-suppressed sobbing among the crowd:

"Thank God, we finally made it to Lingnan alive. From now on, we no longer have to wander around without a fixed place to live!

I just don’t know when the government will be able to assign us a place to stay!”

At this time, Li Tian stood up and said loudly:

"Everyone, please wait here for a moment. Once the officials from the government office have made all the arrangements, they will come and inform you."

After saying this, he turned and walked towards Shen Qingge who was not far away, and said politely with a bow:

"Madam Shen, may I have a moment to talk?"

Shen Qingge nodded slightly to show his agreement, and then moved to a large tree with lush branches and leaves nearby.

After standing still, Shen Qingge spoke first:

"Sir Li, after this handover is completed, I believe you and the other officials will rush back to the capital to report, right?

Thanks to your careful care and thoughtful arrangements along the way, I would like to thank you!"

However, before she finished her words, Li Tian suddenly knelt on one knee, his face full of regret and self-blame, and then he slowly said:

"Madam Shen, please don't say that! I came here specifically to say goodbye to you, and also to express my gratitude to you for not killing me!

I'm sure my wife is aware of the foolish things I did before, but you are so broad-minded and don't hold the same opinion with me. I am so grateful for this and don't know how to repay you!"

Li Tian spoke earnestly and looked at Shen Qingge sincerely.

Shen Qingge seemed particularly calm. She smiled slightly, stretched out her hands and gently helped Li Tian, ​​who was kneeling on the ground, to his feet, and said slowly:

"Lord Li, you are too kind. I know the difficulties we face in serving our respective masters.

Besides, you didn't really hurt me in the slightest, and you did take care of my family, to some extent. So, let the past be the past!

However, I hope you won't get involved in such things in the future. After all, the current Emperor Xiaowu is by no means a wise ruler!"

Hearing this, Li Tian nodded repeatedly and said:

"I naturally believe what my lady said. After returning to report this time, I have made up my mind to retire from the army and return to the countryside. I will take my wife and children away from this troubled place and find a secluded place, where I can live a peaceful life with men farming and women weaving, away from the world.

But before I leave, there are some things I have to remind you, my lady.

Emperor Xiaowu's gang is very insidious and cunning. They will definitely not give up easily since they failed to get what they wanted this time. Perhaps the city is already full of their spies and informants.

So you must be extra careful! Especially, if that treasure map is really in your hands, you must keep it safe and never let it fall into the hands of the enemy! Otherwise, the consequences will be disastrous!"

After saying this, Li Tian clenched his fists tightly, bowed deeply to Shen Qingge, and said:

"Madam Shen, let's say goodbye now. See you later!"

Then, he turned and left with the officials, his figure gradually disappearing into the distance...

Not long after Li Tian left, the officials from the county government finally came out, followed by several people who looked like the village head and elders.

Then he raised the paper in his hand high so that everyone present could see it clearly, raised his voice and said loudly:

"The paper I hold in my hand clearly indicates the village to which each household is assigned. Please come a little closer so you don't mishear anything!"