"Xiaoyu, look at the people who want to go home to reunite with their families as the end of the year is approaching. We will settle their salaries in the past few days and let them go back to reunite with their families in advance. Anyway, the government office has nothing big to do." At the dinner table,

Ling Xin'an spoke to Xia Xiaoyu.

"Okay, sir." Xia Xiaoyu said.

The next day, as expected, more than ten people packed up and said goodbye and went home. No matter what dynasty, the end of the year is approaching, what wanderers look forward to most is to go home and reunite with their families. But the officials of the Zhou Dynasty were different. All officials, regardless of the court

A high-ranking official is still a local official. If there is no order from the official department, he cannot leave his post at will throughout his life. Even during festivals like the end of the year, he can only stay in his post. This is why many expatriate officials bring their families with them.

No matter where you are, no one knows whether you will die of old age or not.

The most obvious example is Guo Song. He was not from Jiangzhou, but when he was appointed, his entire family moved here.

The government office is becoming more and more deserted. Ling Xin'an still insists on going to court every morning and sitting in the court. Duan Qing does the same. As the two of them are busy with their own affairs, Ling Xin'an finally has time to see the collection of that guy named Ling Zhian.

books.

It is undeniable that this guy really loves books. When Ling Xin'an first came to this world, he only looked for books with information about this world, and did not understand other books. Now when I read his books again, some of them are humanities books.

Ling Xin'an watched it with great interest.

"Master Duan, in five days it will be the end of the year, how will you spend it?" Ling Xin'an closed the book and asked.

Duan Qing said: "Sir, Duan has nothing else to do. He just takes a bath and burns incense, worships the heaven and earth, pays homage to the Holy Father, and then rests at home."

Ling Xin'an smiled and said: "Master Duan, your Duan family is not a small one here, why are you so careful to say these polite words? I just want to ask you to know about the local people in Jiangzhou at the end of the year and the new year.

What activities are there?”

Duan Qing said with a smile: "There are some folk activities. For example, on the night of the end of the year, the whole city can't stop. People set off fireworks, play gongs and drums, and also sing operas and tell stories. The Qingliu River area is even more lively. Young talents, talents and beauties will all be there.

Song and poetry competitions are held in the area, and spring shines every year."

Ling Xin'an smiled and said: "It's a good place to go."

Duan Qing said: "It's because of your humble position. I forgot that this was my second time in office to celebrate the end of the year. You didn't participate last year. With your talents, I will definitely win the first place if you participate."

Ling Xin'an shook her head and said with a smile: "Those are things for young talents. Why should you and I participate? But if you have time, you can go and take a look."

As the year draws to a close, Xia Xiaoyu and Ling Shuang Lingxue become even busier. Businessmen from all walks of life come to the government office to plan projects for the year. Many infrastructure projects are planned in the name of the government government, such as those chambers of commerce that are looking for various ores.

Some have been found and excavated, and some have found similar stones, but they are not confirmed. After they were brought back, they were handed over to Xia Xiaoyu and Ling Shuang, waiting for Ling Xin'an to identify them.

Of course, there are also cooperation models such as the three major chambers of commerce. At the end of the year, it is necessary to calculate the accounts. At this time, Ling Shuang is no longer the Amon of the past. Faced with her detailed requirements, the three major shopkeepers are cautious, fearing that they will make mistakes.

.

Fortunately, the families behind the three major chambers of commerce have said that they would rather suffer losses on their own side than give profits to Ling Xin'an. Without him, there would be no three major chambers of commerce today.

So they were relatively quick, but the accounts of the newly joined chambers of commerce were full of flaws and errors. Ling Shuang was so angry that he ordered on the spot that after the beginning of spring, these chambers of commerce would be permanently eliminated and would no longer participate in the construction of Jiangzhou City.

, and also warned all businesses in Jiangzhou City that participated in the construction of the city that if they cooperate with those chambers of commerce, they will also be permanently eliminated once discovered.

Such overbearing and sharp handling methods immediately shocked those merchants, and the accounts became much clearer and faster. It was not until the day before the end of the year and New Year's Eve that everything was finally completed.

At night, Ling Shuang reported this year's income to Ling Xin'an. Ling Xin'an listened quietly without much disturbance. Such a result was expected. For him who once ran a company,

This is just a simple year-end report.

The next day, the last day of the year, the real New Year's Eve, every household was preparing for a feast, and the government office was no exception. Ling Xin'an sat in the hall early. The entire government office had already gone on holiday, leaving only a few captives.

Quickly take turns on duty, one of them is Zhao Jing.

Zhao Jing was a martial artist who wandered here to do business, so Ling Xinan asked Xiao Hehua to call him in.

"Sir!" Although Zhao Jing doesn't talk much, no matter what the occasion, Zhao Jing is always polite.

Ling Xin'an waved her hand and said: "Today is New Year's Eve, so there is no need to salute. I see that you are also alone. Let's have dinner together tonight."

Zhao Jing's eyes flickered and he said: "Yes, sir, but you must have wine."

Ling Xin'an smiled and said, "I can't do without you. Please accompany me for a walk on the street!"

The two of them were strolling down the street. Snowflakes were falling in the sky, and there were few people on the street. They were all preparing for tonight's feast at home. Ling Xin'an walked in front, and Zhao Jing was a foot behind him, vaguely protecting him.

"Is Agent Zhao really from the north?" Ling Xin'an said casually.

"Yes, sir."

"It's been almost four months since you came to Fuya. How do you think Jiangzhou City compares with other cities you've been to?"

"Your Excellency has managed the city well and the people live and work in peace and contentment. This is the most dynamic city I have ever seen. With Your Majesty here, this is a blessing for the people of Jiangzhou."

"However, there are still people who want to destroy this situation. I just did what I should do, but many people hate me and even want to kill me."

Zhao Jing was silent and stared at Ling Xin'an's back. The latter stood like a scabbard in the wind and snow.

"When did your Excellency find out?" Zhao Jing suddenly said.

"I knew it when you appeared, and I wanted to know who sent you. At first, I thought you were sent by the Ling Mansion to supervise me. Later, something happened in Shuzhou, and I realized that you were not sent by the Ling Mansion.

"Yes." Ling Xin'an said slowly.

Zhao Jing said coldly: "Since you knew it from the beginning, why are you alone with me now? Aren't you afraid that I will kill you?"

Ling Xin'an shook her head and continued to carry her figure, looking at the city gate and saying: "Who is not afraid of death? But you don't have the opportunity or the ability."

After saying that, Ling Xin'an slowly turned around, her bright eyes shining with light.

Zhao Jing was startled and wanted to reach out to draw the knife, but for some reason, the moment his hand was away from the handle of the knife, he stopped, and thin beads of sweat began to fall from his forehead. Even in such a cold snowy day, his heart controlled

Keep jumping wildly.

But Ling Xin'an still stood motionless, her eyes calm, standing there, looking at him lightly.

"Kill me!" Zhao Jing suddenly said.

Ling Xin'an asked calmly: "Why should I kill you?"

Zhao Jing's eyes flashed with surprise: "I want to know how you did it?"

"It's poisoned!" Ling Xin'an said with a smile: "Don't worry, it's just a poison that will prevent you from exerting your strength!"

Zhao Jing was startled, as if all the strength in his body was completely drained, his tense body suddenly relaxed. He was a killer, and he was extremely sensitive to things like poison, but he still didn't expect that he was being placed by Ling Xin without knowing it. This made him face

Ling Xin'an felt fear from the bottom of her heart.

"Sir, don't you want to know something from me?"

Ling Xin'an looked at him and said, "It's not important and you won't say it. This is your code of conduct."

"Aren't you afraid that I will come back and hunt you down?" Zhao Jing sneered, "As far as I know, your martial arts skills are not as good as mine."

Ling Xin'an shook her head, looked at the snowflakes in the sky and said softly: "If you come again, I will kill you. I won't kill you not because you are my subordinate, but because I want you to tell the people behind the scenes that Jiangzhou City Tai

Don't mess with me when you're young. If you mess with me again, I don't care where they hide, even if it's Jinling City, I will uproot them."

Ling Xin'an's words were very calm and gentle, but Zhao Jing was frightened when he heard them. If it were anyone else, he would have smiled slightly, but Ling Xin'an made him feel cold from top to bottom.

"Sir, what happened to Jinling was an accident!" Zhao Jing said slowly before leaving.

Ling Xin'an looked at Zhao Jing who was gradually disappearing into the wind and snow, and turned around to go back home.

The old matters of the old year were settled in this way. When Ling Xin'an returned to the government office alone, the little lotus at the door showed doubts in her eyes, watching Ling Xin'an open her mouth to speak, then shut her mouth.

On New Year's Eve, Ling Xin'an gathered together with everyone who had not returned and had a reunion dinner. He raised a glass to thank everyone for their selfless dedication. For these, Ling Xin'an was grateful. According to custom, he gave everyone a New Year's Eve gift.

At the end of the red envelope, the servants burst into tears of gratitude. They sincerely supported and appreciated Ling Xin'an. Here, they tasted food, care and a healthy lifestyle that they had never experienced before.

There was no distinction between officials and civilians this night. The servants toasted to Ling Xin'an one after another. He refused to accept anyone who came, and one person just resisted them all. Originally Ling Shuang refused, but after Ling Xin'an said it, the servants immediately let him go.

Some young men were restrained, holding wine glasses and toasting their own lords one by one, while some bold ones toasted to sisters Lingshuang and Xia Xiaoyu. After the latter three drank several times of wine, their cheeks suddenly turned red and charming.

The three incomparably beautiful flowers were so exciting that the young men were booing and booing. The meal ended at Xu's hour, and when the first fireworks rose in the night sky, Ling Shuang's voice rang out in the yard: "Young Master

, I want to set off fireworks."

Ling Xue and Xia Xiaoyu were also making noise at the same time. Ling Xin'an smiled and ordered everyone to take out the fireworks and place them in the yard, and then let them light them one by one.

Brilliant fireworks bloomed with coquettish beauty in the night sky, and the deafening explosions resounded throughout Jiangzhou City. Ling Shuang, Xia Xiaoyu and others clapped their hands crazily and looked at the fireworks in the night sky, reflected in their young and charming faces.
Chapter completed!