As soon as the news of Song Jinshu's promotion was released, people who came to give gifts almost broke down the Song family's door.

The happiest people were undoubtedly the Song and Liu families. After all, what was the difference between jumping from a seventh-rank official to a fourth-rank county magistrate and becoming rich overnight and winning 10 billion?

Just look at how Mr. Liu’s mouth is almost broken from laughing, and you can tell how valuable it is.

"My Shu'er has been smart and clever since he was little..."

The smug look on his face was so eye-catching that Song Jinshu couldn't bear to look at it, so he covered his eyes and hid away.

The two uncles of the Liu family have already settled Eunuch Yang and other guards. They have come from afar to convey the emperor's orders, so they must not be treated lightly.

After a busy day, time passed quickly.

After dinner, the two families gathered together to chat.

Seeing that everyone had arrived, Old Master Liu finally spoke, "Shu'er will be going to Shun'an Prefecture to serve as the county magistrate soon. Big Boss, you should go to Shun'an Prefecture in advance to scout the area and find a house for Shu'er and her family. My two daughters-in-law should help pack the large items that Shu'er will need to bring with him, and move the things that are not needed for the time being..."

"And second brother, don't run around these few days. Just follow Shu'er and run errands."

Everyone in the room who was called nodded. They were proud that their niece had made it big.

After arranging the Liu family's people, Old Master Liu looked at Song Jinshu and asked, "Shu'er, you are going to Shun'an Prefecture this time. Do you plan to take these sisters with you, or stay in Jingyang County? If you stay in Jingyang County, your grandmother and I will take care of you. You don't have to worry."

Seeing this, the Song sisters, including the three concubines, looked at her expectantly. Although life in Jingyang County was quite comfortable, how could the prosperity of the provincial capital be compared to that of the county town?

Now that the eldest sister (the eldest daughter) has become the county magistrate, they used to be the official's family, so naturally they want to leave with Song Jinshu.

Song Jinshu glanced at the whole room indifferently. These were all her family members. She had just become the county magistrate. If she didn't have her own people in Shun'an Prefecture, she would probably have a lot of inconveniences in her movements.

"Grandpa, I plan to take all of you with me. Shun'an Prefecture is different from Jingyang County. The interpersonal relationships there are more complicated. If we all go together, it will be more beneficial for us to take root in the prefecture."

Madam Liu nodded in agreement: "That's right, not only does Shu'er need help with his official duties, but it is also very necessary to deal with the families of the various mansions over there."

The interactions between women are very beneficial to the interpersonal exchanges between the two governments.

Seeing this, Liu Jiangyue also stood up and said, "Grandpa and Grandma, it's time for our family's business to expand outside. The transportation in the capital is more convenient than in Jingyang County, and there are more wealthy merchants coming and going. Then my father will be able to expand his business network."

"And isn't our Yuanyi going to take the imperial examination next year? If we go there early, it will also allow him to get familiar with the local climate. If he makes the list, he'll still need to take the entrance exam for Songjun Academy!"

This remark touched Mrs. Yao's heart. Although her son had already learned from a very good teacher, Mr. Xiao had mentioned that her son could not just bury his head in study but also needed to communicate with students of the same age.

Songjun Academy has a strong faculty and the students are all talented. You will definitely learn more if you go there.

"Yes, yes! Dad and Mom, Yue'er is right. We originally came here to follow Shu'er. Now that Shu'er has been promoted, there is no point for us to stay in Jingyang County."

Song Yunfu ran to Old Man Liu and said coquettishly, "Grandpa, can you bear to leave me and my sister to go to a strange place? We are the only ones left with you elders."

Old Master Liu groaned helplessly: "I haven't said I won't go yet! In that case, when you go to the capital tomorrow, buy a house for our family."

Everyone cheered almost in unison, except Song Yunqing who was a little anxious.

In another month, Cheng Ziqian will come to propose marriage. Now they have to go to the provincial capital with him. Can he go back smoothly?

And will his difficult stepmother let him go?

Everyone discussed matters related to their departure, and after making a rough plan, they went back to their rooms to rest.

Song Jinshu walked at the end, looked at the slender figure in front of him, and called out, "Third sister, wait a minute! I want to talk to you."

She had always been concerned about the two of them, but suddenly there was a change at work, so their marriage had to be put on hold for the time being and discussed again after they settled down in the provincial capital.

Song Yunqing stopped, looked at Song Jinshu in confusion, and followed her to the study.

There is a heated wall in the study, and you’ll feel warm when you come in.

"Eldest sister, what did you call me for?"

Song Jinshu looked at her increasingly beautiful third sister, who was at the prime of her life. She said, "Originally, the beginning of March was the date for your engagement with Cheng Ziqian, but now that I've been promoted, we're moving our family to the provincial capital. Your plans may need to be postponed for a while."

Song Yunqing had been mentally prepared for this. She smiled and said, "Eldest sister, your promotion is a good thing. It's a great thing for our Song family. I'm not in a hurry to get married to him."

She is eighteen this year, and there are girls who get married at the age of twenty.

Song Jinshu hummed and said with a smile, "Don't worry, once we settle down, I will hold a grand wedding for you."

Song Yunqing lowered her head shyly.

Suddenly, Song Jinshu seemed to remember something and promised, "When I get to the capital, I will thoroughly investigate the Cheng family's affairs and give Cheng Ziqian justice."

"This year's provincial examination is imminent. Next year he will be able to take part in the metropolitan examination. Then you can have him earn you an imperial edict."

Even Hao Qiulan praised Cheng Ziqian's talent, which shows how strong his real strength is.

"Eldest sister! I'd like to thank you on behalf of Ziqian. Once I tell him about this great event, I'll have him come over and kowtow to you in person!"

Song Yunqing was so moved that tears filled her eyes. Although Ziqian had never mentioned this to her, she knew very well how regretful he was.

If the elder sister could clear his name, I believe Ziqian would be very happy.

Song Jinshu just smiled. She had her reasons for supporting Cheng Ziqian.

In officialdom, one must always have one's own people to support each other.

She firmly believed that Cheng Ziqian would be able to pass the imperial examination next year, and it would be beneficial to her whether he stayed in Kyoto or was sent out to other places.

The night passed.

Early in the morning, many enthusiastic people came to the Song Mansion, bringing their own vegetables and fruits to congratulate.

Things are not valuable, what is valuable is the thought.

Song Jinshu accepted it with a smile, and then gave out money and peanut candy as a reward.

Suddenly, a commoner in the crowd asked, "Sir Song, if you go to the capital, what will happen to the people of Jingyang County?"

Because there were so many people, Song Jinshu couldn't see who was speaking and could only explain to the people in front of him.

"My fellow villagers, please do not worry. Although I have gone to the capital, Jingyang County is still under my jurisdiction. After I leave, the court will naturally send new officials to take over Jingyang County."

"Our emperor is a wise ruler. The officials he sends will definitely treat you as well as I do!"

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