The Little Lucky Girl.

Su Zhiyuan stood tall and straight, his steps steady as he followed his wife into the territory of Hongzhou Prefecture. The city walls were tall and thick, exuding a sense of historical weight and majesty. Within the city, the people bustled about, the cries of vendors echoing in the air, creating a lively atmosphere. He observed his surroundings, silently pondering the tasks he was about to undertake.

Soon, they arrived at the government office. The vermilion gate and bronze door knocker embodied the solemnity of the government. The former Hongzhou prefect was already waiting in the main hall. Seeing Su Zhiyuan approach, this superior wore a kind yet slightly reluctant smile. The two men bowed respectfully before entering the inner chamber to begin the handover of work. The former prefect unfolded various files, methodically explaining Hongzhou's population, household registration, taxes, land, public security, and water conservancy. Su Zhiyuan listened intently, occasionally asking key questions, his eyes gleaming with wisdom and seriousness. After the handover was completed, the former prefect patted Su Zhiyuan on the shoulder and said with emotion: "Sir Su, I have been running the business here for several years. Now I am reluctant to leave after being promoted. The people of Hongzhou Prefecture are simple and honest. Although the affairs are complicated, there is a lot to be done. From now on, I will hand it over to you." Su Zhiyuan nodded seriously: "Don't worry, Sir, Zhiyuan will do his best to live up to your trust and make Hongzhou Prefecture continue to prosper." After seeing off the former prefect!

Xiao had already prepared the meal in the backyard! She came to the main hall and called Su Zhiyuan to eat! "Husband, it's time to eat!"

"Okay, Yunniang! I'll be right there!" Su Zhiyuan put down the book in his hand and stood up to greet Xiao.

The couple walked hand in hand to the backyard. He looked at his wife tenderly and helped her put the food on the table. Although the dishes on the table were not delicacies from land and sea, they were all carefully prepared by Xiao family and were delicious.

Su Zhiyuan pulled Xiao to sit down with him, and first picked up a piece of her favorite dish for her with his chopsticks, saying, "Yunniang has worked so hard for me." Xiao's cheeks flushed slightly, and she scolded, "What are you talking about, my husband? This is all Yunniang's job."

After dinner, Su Zhiyuan and Xiao strolled hand in hand through the courtyard. Moonlight shone on them, their shadows clinging to each other on the ground. Su Zhiyuan whispered, "Yunniang, with you by my side, my life in Hongzhou Prefecture is more peaceful and smooth. May the years remain this peaceful." Xiao leaned on his shoulder and nodded slightly, "My husband, Yunniang will always be by my side."

In Sujia Village, Yun'an County, Su Qing arranged all matters in Yun'an County in her house! She was preparing to leave for Hongzhou Prefecture the next day to help her father, Su Zhiyuan! She knew that her father, Su Zhiyuan, would face more than just superficial government affairs when he took up his post in Hongzhou Prefecture alone. After the previous prefect left office, many complicated problems would inevitably be left behind. Those local forces lurking in the shadows, like greedy termites, may be eroding the foundation of Hongzhou Prefecture; and the monsters and demons bred by various conflicts of interest are also likely to be stirring in the dark, trying to trip up her new father. How could Su Qing let her father deal with the treacherous Hongzhou Prefecture alone?

The next day, Su Qing and Ying San set off towards Hongzhou Prefecture, leaving Ying Si behind to protect the family. After two days of travel, they finally arrived at the Hongzhou Prefecture government office!

"Please, young man, please inform Lord Su! I am Su Qing, his daughter!" Su Qing said politely to the doorman!

"Okay, miss, please wait a moment!" The doorman responded quickly and turned around and ran hurriedly into the mansion.

A quarter of an hour passed in a flash, and Su Zhiyuan's hurried footsteps were heard in the corridor of the government office. With a look of surprise and confusion on his face, he soon appeared at the door of the government office, "My dear, why are you here?" His tone was full of pampering.

"Yes! Daddy! Are you happy to see me?" Su Qing blinked her big, lively eyes, tilted her head playfully, and her words were full of coquettishness.

"You girl! Go back to the mansion quickly!" Su Zhiyuan smiled helplessly and shook his head, but his eyes were full of love for his daughter. He stepped aside to let Su Qing enter the mansion.

"Daddy, I'm worried about you facing those evil spirits alone! So I came to help you!" Su Qing said seriously as he walked, his little hands unconsciously clenched into fists, as if he was ready to fight those dark forces.

"Okay, okay! You are so thoughtful!" Su Zhiyuan sighed with emotion, and a warm feeling surged in his heart.

"That's right!" Su Qing puffed out his chest, his face full of pride.

"Go to the backyard to see your mother first!" Su Zhiyuan patted Su Qing's shoulder gently.

"Yeah!" Su Qing responded happily, then took Su Zhiyuan's arm affectionately, and like a happy little bird, skipped towards the backyard of the government office.

When they arrived at the backyard, Su Qing couldn't wait to let go of Su Zhiyuan's arm, ran to the front of the house, raised her voice and shouted, "Mom!" Her voice was filled with uncontrollable excitement and longing.

"Oh, my dear daughter is here!" Xiao's gentle and surprised response came from inside the house. Then Xiao came out from the house, her face filled with a happy smile, and her eyes instantly brightened the moment she saw Su Qing. She walked quickly to Su Qing, reached out and gently stroked Su Qing's hair, looking her up and down carefully, "My dear daughter, why did you come here so suddenly? Are you tired from the journey?"

Afterwards, the family sat together, Su Qing excitedly recounting her experiences on the way to Hongzhou Prefecture, which made Xiao laugh like silver bells from time to time. Su Zhiyuan listened quietly at the side, a satisfied smile on his face, enjoying this rare and warm reunion time.

But soon, the topic turned to the affairs of Hongzhou Prefecture. Su Qing listened carefully to Su Zhiyuan's description of the current situation, sometimes frowning in thought, and sometimes putting forward his own views. That focused look made Su Zhiyuan and Xiao look at each other, and they both saw relief and pride in each other's eyes. They knew very well that with their daughter by their side, they seemed to have more confidence and strength to face the challenges of Hongzhou Prefecture in the future.

In the evening, Su Zhiyuan, Xiao, Su Qing, and Ying San sat around the table happily eating dinner...

The dawn was just breaking, casting a soft light across the courtyard of the Hongzhou government office. Su Zhiyuan, dressed in a sleek blue shirt, stood tall and straight, his steps steady as he emerged from his study. His gaze was firm and penetrating, his mind already clear on the day's itinerary. In the courtyard, Su Qing and Ying San had been waiting for a long time. Su Qing, dressed in a sharp suit, looked dashing, his eyes gleaming with agility and intelligence. Ying San, like a towering figure, stood silently by, exuding a reserved and calm aura.

"My daughter, today we are going to go deep into the people, explore their real lives, listen to their voices, and see if there are any injustices that have been covered up." Su Zhiyuan said.

"Okay, Daddy!"

"Sorry to bother Shadow Guard too!"

"Master Su, you're so polite! Protecting the girl is my duty!

The three of them left the government office and walked along the winding streets. The streets and alleys of Hongzhou Prefecture were bustling with activity. The cries of street vendors echoed incessantly, their stalls filled with a dazzling array of goods. Su Zhiyuan and his companions walked and observed the daily lives of the people. They stopped to chat with stall owners, asking about business performance and the burden of taxes; sometimes they wandered into alleys to check on the residents' living conditions.

"Dad, you should bring my uncle's cousin and younger cousin here to gain some experience! They are probably going to pursue a career in politics!" Su Qing suddenly said.

Su Zhiyuan was slightly stunned, then nodded gently: "You are a thoughtful girl. I will write a letter to your uncle and uncle later! Let them ask your younger cousin and cousin what they think!"

"Yeah." Su Qing responded with a satisfied smile on his face.

They continued walking until they came to a field. It was planting season, and many farmers were hard at work. Su Zhiyuan, along with Su Qing and Ying San, walked into the fields and struck up a conversation with the farmers. An old farmer put down his hoe, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and upon seeing Su Zhiyuan and the others, a hint of confusion crossed his eyes.

"Old man, how is the harvest this year? Are the taxes still heavy?" Su Zhiyuan asked kindly.

The old farmer sighed, "The rain has been plentiful these past few years, and the harvest is barely acceptable. But the taxes, while they haven't increased, are still quite heavy. My family relies on these few acres of thin land to make a living, and life is very tight."

Su Qing listened attentively. She squatted down, looked at the crops that had just been planted in the fields, and asked, "Uncle, is there any support or help from the government?"

The old farmer shook his head. "The government is busy too, so they don't have time to care about us ordinary people. I just hope for good weather and fewer disasters."

Su Zhiyuan frowned, secretly taking note of the old farmer's words. They visited several more farmers and heard similar stories. Su Qing's mood became a little heavy, as she realized the weight of her father's burden in Hongzhou Prefecture.

Then, they arrived at a small town. The market was bustling with people. Su Zhiyuan saw a woman crying on the street, surrounded by people watching. He walked over quickly and asked, "Sister-in-law, why are you crying? What difficulties have you encountered?"

The woman raised her head and saw Su Zhiyuan and others. She cried, "My lord, my husband was bullied by the bully in town and his leg was injured. Now he is lying in bed unable to move. I went to the town head to seek justice, but the head is in cahoots with the bully and doesn't care about my affairs at all. I am really at my wit's end."

Su Qing was furious when he heard this: "How unreasonable! Dad, such bullies and corrupt officials must not be tolerated!"

Su Zhiyuan's face was gloomy. He comforted the woman, "Don't worry, sister-in-law. I will definitely take care of this matter for you. Ying San, go investigate this matter and bring the bully and the village head to the government office."

"Yes, sir." Ying San took the order and left.

Su Zhiyuan and Su Qing continued to visit the town and discovered some problems such as high prices and chaotic public security. After returning to the government office, Su Qing took the initiative to ask: "Dad, I will sort out today's investigation materials. You can take a rest first."

Su Zhiyuan looked at his daughter's tired but determined eyes and nodded: "Okay, thank you for your hard work, my daughter."

Su Qing walked into the study and began to carefully organize the materials. She recorded the people's demands and problems one by one, and at the same time thought about solutions. She knew that this was just the beginning. In Hongzhou Prefecture, there was still a lot that needed to be done and changed. For the happiness and peace of the people, they must go all out.