Traveling through the busy farmland of a peasant girl

Bai Jin, along with Shen Li and his men, rode to the gate of the post station. After dismounting, Bai Jin straightened his clothes and bowed to the postmaster.

He said, "I am the magistrate of Qingshan Town. I urgently need to go to the capital on official business. This is the official permit. I would like to ask the postmaster to check it. Please arrange a place for us to rest, and prepare some fodder for the horses and replacement horses. We need to rest for a while before continuing on our journey."

The postmaster hurriedly took the certificate with both hands, examined it carefully, and after confirming that it was correct, he smiled and said respectfully, "So it's you, the county magistrate. I hope you will forgive me for not welcoming you in person. However, the post station is a little short of guest rooms today, with only three upper rooms and two large bunk beds left. I wonder how you and the others will arrange it?"

Bai Jin thought for a moment and replied, "Leave one of the upper rooms to this young master (referring to Shen Li), and my men and I can occupy the two large bunk rooms. Please arrange for the horses as soon as possible so as not to delay the trip."

The postmaster nodded repeatedly, "Don't worry, sir. I'll give the order right away. The post station has prepared simple tea and light meals. While not sumptuous, they will satisfy your hunger and thirst. You may rest inside first."

Bai Jin thanked them and turned to lead everyone into the post station. Shen Li followed behind, looking around curiously, and whispered to Bai Jin: "Although this post station doesn't look big, it has everything you need. It's quite interesting."

Bai Jin chuckled softly and said, "The post station is a place that provides convenience for errand boys and messengers, so it naturally has complete functions.

You should rest well and recuperate. We still have one day to go. I think my good second brother will make a last-ditch effort on this last day!"

Everyone followed the postmaster to their respective rooms. After a quick wash, they gathered in the main hall of the post station for dinner. Although the meal was simple and unpretentious, it also had a unique flavor of home.

Shen Li was eating with gusto when suddenly, a loud sound of horse hooves came from outside the post station.

Bai Jin frowned slightly, put down his bowl and chopsticks, stood up and walked to the door to check.

I saw a group of men dressed in gorgeous clothes and looking aggressive rushing into the post station on horseback.

The leader was a young man with an arrogant face. After getting off his horse, he casually threw the reins to the postman beside him and strode into the post station.

The young man saw Bai Jin standing at the entrance of the hall, and a hint of disdain flashed in his eyes. He asked, "Who are you? The best room in this inn is reserved for me."

Bai Jin responded calmly, "I am the magistrate of Qingshan Town, and I am temporarily staying here on official business.

As for the rooms, they have been arranged according to the post station. If you have any needs, you can discuss it with the post station chief."

The young master sneered, "A mere county magistrate dares to act so pretentiously in front of me.

I am from the capital, and I am of noble status. Please vacate the upper room immediately, or don't blame me for being rude."

When Shen Li heard this, she put down her bowl and chopsticks and walked over, saying unhappily: "You are so rude. This post station is originally used for official business. Why do you want us to vacate the room?"

The young master looked at Shen Li and saw that although he was dressed in men's clothes, he had a handsome face. He thought he was someone who was easy to bully, so he laughed at him and said, "Where did you come from, you little brat? How dare you interfere in my affairs?"

Bai Jin stepped forward, stood in front of Shen Li, and said, "Sir, please don't go too far. We are also doing things according to the rules. If you insist on making trouble, I can only report it to the higher-ups and let them judge it."

Upon hearing this, the young master's expression changed slightly, but he still pretended to be calm: "Humph! Do you think I'm afraid of you? I'm also a well-known figure in the capital. If you, a mere county magistrate, offend me, you will suffer the consequences."

Just as the two sides were deadlocked, the postmaster hurried over and said to the young master with a smile on his face, "Oh, it turns out that it is Young Master Li who has come to visit.

It's really unfortunate that the upper room has already been reserved by the county magistrate.

However, I will arrange another comfortable room for you right away, please forgive me."

Master Li snorted, "For the sake of the postmaster, I will not argue with you today.

But you better not let me run into you again, or I will not forgive you."

After saying that, he took his men and followed the postmaster to other rooms.

Bai Jin looked at their departing backs, shook his head slightly, and said to Shen Li: "It seems that this journey is really full of troubles. We have to be more careful."

Shen Li nodded: "These people rely on their status to act recklessly, which is really hateful. However, I am not afraid as long as you are here."

After dinner, Bai Jin arranged his men to take turns on duty, while he took Shen Li for a walk in the courtyard of the post station to discuss the next itinerary and strategies to deal with possible dangers.

The moonlight shines on them, adding a touch of tranquility and warmth to this journey full of unknowns.