"My lord, my lords, the residence has been prepared in the prefect's yamen. Your lord and your lords have come a long way to work hard. Please take a bath, change your clothes, and take a rest. After that, I, the officials and the people of Huzhou, have prepared a banquet. This is my special thanks to my lord and your lords."
Your Excellencies have expressed your sincere concern for the sufferings of the people, so I would like to invite the Duke and all of you to attend the banquet."
After Chang Yinglin welcomed Xia Xun and others into the prefect's Yamen, he said diligently.
Huzhou is the last stop for disaster relief, and the local self-rescue measures are so effective. Xia Xun feels relieved and feels a little relaxed at the same time. Speaking of tired, he is really tired. This journey, he is not just traveling in the mountains.
When the water came, he rolled up his trouser legs and trudged on the front line of emergency rescue and disaster relief. However, when it came to the banquet, Xia Xun felt that it was inappropriate. He was startled and said: "Mr. Chang, this is not appropriate.
Well, we came to Huzhou to provide disaster relief and help the people, but now..."
Chang Yinglin said with a sweet smile: "My lord, it's hard to deny your kindness! On the ground in Huzhou, the disaster relief work is in order, and now the victims have been properly resettled. The people who are currently living outside the city are just waiting for the flood to recede.
The local government will help them renovate their houses and replant some crops. The Huzhou gentry helped the victims by themselves, which was satisfactory even if they were barely able to do so. It would be even less problematic if they received food relief from the Duke of Guo. Here is the Duke of Guo's time
The last stop of the disaster relief is to celebrate the success of the Duke's disaster relief work. This is not only a thank you to the Duke for the people of Huzhou, but also a thank you to the Duke and all the elders of the affected prefectures in Zhejiang. How come the Duke is so cold in Huzhou?
Where is my father’s heart?”
"My lord, please come this way!"
Magistrate Chang led Xia Xun to his residence. When he saw an opportunity to put some distance between himself and others, he lowered his voice and said quickly: "Ji Gang, the commander of the Jinyi Guards, is Xiaguan's sister-in-law. Xiagong has admired her for a long time from her sister-in-law."
The name of the Duke is just for one thing. It’s rare to see us today, so the Duke must accept the official’s wishes!"
After he finished speaking, he laughed and raised his voice: "It is getting late today. The Duke and your lords are tired, so it is not appropriate to interfere with official affairs. Tomorrow morning, I will report the situation in Huzhou to the Duke and your lords. If
The Duke of Guo wants to go to the countryside for a walk, so I might as well accompany the Duke!"
Although Chang Yinglin wanted to curry favor with Xia Xun, he did not want Xia Xun to stay in Huzhou for too long. He was worried that some unscrupulous people who were not afraid of death would go to the Duke and accuse him. Today's welcome scene made him very excited.
It took a lot of thought and preparation in advance.
If Xia Xun was worried and wanted to visit the countryside, he had made preparations in advance and planned several places. Xia Xun had never been to Huzhou before. Does he know the name of which village or town he was going to?
It's up to him to make arrangements, but if Xia Xun can be delayed in Huzhou City for a longer time, he will probably not go to the local area to check. He has already reached the last stop, and the disaster relief here is in order, so he is not in a hurry to return.
Beijing?
As for the gentry in Huzhou City, he is not worried. Although many gentry are dissatisfied with his behavior of abandoning the victims, they are still dissatisfied. After all, those gentry have not felt the pain personally, and they will not break their faces and confront him for it.
, of course, just in case, he still made two preparations. The first step was to exclude those officials and gentry with whom he had a special problem. He would not let them come to greet him at all, and would not allow them to come into contact with the Duke of Fu and the Duke.
A group of high-ranking officials from the imperial court.
As for the second hand, a few days ago, he instructed Chu Meng and other gentry who were colluding with him to let out the news and say that his sister-in-law was Lord Ji of Jinyiwei, and that Duke Fu was Lord Ji's old boss. Because of this,
He had a very close relationship with Fu Guo Gong. To put it that close, it was almost like saying that he had already beheaded Yang Xu, the Fu Guo Gong.
How could the gentry and common people in Huzhou know what was going on? It's strange that they were not afraid after hearing these words. With this incident, even some officials and gentry who originally planned to accuse him of blackmail had to back down and squat down.
After hearing this, Xia Xun stopped talking, apparently acquiescing to the idea of Governor Chang. Governor Chang happily sent several court officials to the west wing. The rooms had been arranged long ago, and the bedding was all new.
The waiting girls and servants were all present and stood there in a dignified manner.
These officials in the capital are used to being waited on in the capital, but going to the east of Zhejiang for disaster relief this time was very hard, let alone enjoyable. Now that I have arrived in Huzhou, I am very happy to see the magistrate Chang greeting me so attentively.
All the officials took a bath and changed their clothes, and changed into light soft robes. Then they were accompanied by the officials of Huzhou Prefecture to drink a cup of tea and eat some snacks. While they were chatting, the sky got dark. Governor Chang and several gentry came again.
Welcoming him with a smile, he bowed to Xia Xun, Xia Yuanji, Yu Shiji and others, bowed and said: "My lords, the banquet has been prepared, and all the officials and gentry of Huzhou are waiting for you!"
Xia Xun, Xia Yuanji and others looked at each other, then put down their teacups and stood up one after another.
Magistrate Chang led Xia Xun and others to a hall where guests were entertained. This was probably the largest reception room in the Huzhou Magistrate's Yamen. There were more than twenty tables in it, and there was a huge space in the middle.
A quick glance around the venue prepared for the dancers and singers showed that there were many musicians sitting there under the two compartments, tuning strings and playing zithers. Sure enough, there was singing and dancing to add to the fun.
The banquets were placed on both sides. There were three empty tables in front, and the other tables were already full of people. When they saw Xia Xun and other officials from the capital arriving, the officials and gentry immediately stood up and bowed their hands to the adults.
Xia Xun, Xia Yuanji and others also clasped their hands and were led by Magistrate Chang to go straight to the chief, and sat down at separate tables. Only then did the guests at the other tables sit down.
Xia Xun looked at the halls and pavilions, with carved beams and painted ceilings, gorgeous caissons, tables and chairs, all painted bright and clean. It was really luxurious and luxurious, which is rare in this place. The governor stood up first to give a speech and greeted Xia Xun and other officials from the capital.
After saying hard work, the officials and gentry on the left and right immediately joined in and said a few words. Xia Xun stood up, pressed his hands to stop everyone's compliments, and said some words of encouragement and comfort to the Huzhou officials and gentry, and the maids in blue filed in.
, the exquisite and delicious dishes were served one after another in large plates and small cups, and the banquet began.
Several local officials, including the prefect Chang, were very good at talking. Their words would make people feel like they were in the spring breeze, and their flattery would make people feel drunk. On behalf of the local people, Chu Meng and other Huzhou gentry would also stand up and toast from time to time, and the atmosphere quickly changed.
The ground becomes active.
In the center of the living room, there is a red carpet on the floor. Twelve dancers with beautiful faces and moon-shaped faces in front and back rows, with big sleeves and ribbons, are like fairies in the moon. They are dancing gracefully, their red skirts are fluttering, and their dancing postures are soft and graceful. On the two sides, the teeth are tapping lightly, and the sheng pipe is playing.
The low playing, silk and bamboo strings, and elegant notes played in unison, making people's eyes mesmerized by the five colors.
Chang Yinglin twirled his beard and glanced at Xia Xun secretly. Seeing him sitting upright, seemingly entranced by the singing and dancing, he coughed lightly and said with a smile: "My lord, Huzhou has reached the end of our country's disaster relief work."
Fortunately, the disaster in Huzhou was not severe, and the people can still live in peace. It does not bother the Duke and your lords to worry too much. As I wish to do, the Duke and your lords do not need to rush back to Beijing. They can stay in Huzhou for a few more days.
Let’s have a day.”
"Huh? Ah!"
Xia Xun came back to his senses and said with a smile: "Thank you Futai for your kindness. Your Majesty is concerned about the floods in eastern Zhejiang, and I cannot stay here for a long time. This time, I came to provide disaster relief in various places. Judging from the current situation, Huzhou is indeed the most capable."
, My Lord will report these situations to the Emperor Ming. Tomorrow, my Lord, I will listen to you talk about the disaster relief situation in Huzhou Prefecture, and then choose two places to visit, and that will be enough.
Although your Huzhou Prefecture was not severely affected by the disaster and rescued itself in time, there is still nothing to do right now. Dredging rivers, draining stagnant water, resettling victims back home, repairing houses, plowing fields, and replanting autumn crops.
These are extremely important matters. As long as your Huzhou government handles them properly, my lord, Shi Lang Xia, Yu Shi and other great officials can return to the capital with peace of mind and report to the emperor! Therefore, I will not bother you here any more."
Chang Yinglin felt secretly happy when he heard that, and he agreed with his words, and then he tried to ask: "In that case, why not ask the Duke to go to Wucheng and Gui'an tomorrow to have a look?"
"Wucheng, return to Gui'an..."
Xia Xun began to ponder. He suddenly thought of Nanxun and Xiaoye'er Village. All the past events suddenly appeared in front of his eyes. Ten years seemed like this life and the previous life, which seemed so far away. An inexplicable impulse suddenly surged in his heart.
, he wanted to go to Xiaoye'er Village. Now ten years have passed, and his appearance and temperament have changed greatly. Besides, people are similar. Even if the people of Xiaoye'er Village see him, who would dare to
Do you think Guo Guo is the Xia Xun from ten years ago?
Seeing him pondering, Governor Chang thought he was not familiar with the geography of this area, so he said: "These two places are just south of Huzhou, not far away, and they belong to the larger counties under the jurisdiction of Huzhou. Look at the disasters in these two places.
Disaster relief and post-disaster reconstruction can basically understand the situation in Huzhou, and..."
Xia Xun was still undecided, so he said: "Haha, let's talk about these things tomorrow. Come and have a drink."
Chang Yinglin said hurriedly: "Yes, sir, please drink!"
He picked up the cup and drank it all in one gulp. He watched Xia Xun take a sip and glanced towards the table. Suddenly he saw the dancers in red skirts retreating, but in the middle there was a woman in white slowly coming up.
As they retreated, the crowd of reds embraced a little white. Although the woman in white did not dance like the dancers in red skirts, her graceful and graceful figure was even more beautiful, as if she stood out among the chickens. Her eyes could not help but shine, and she said happily: "The Duke
Please see, sir, this one is my Huzhou courtesan, a silk-learning girl, with the most beautiful singing voice."
"oh?"
Xia Xun glanced at it, and saw that the dancer in the red skirt had already retired. On the red carpet, there was only the girl in a simple and elegant white robe. She had no makeup, no makeup, no colorful silks, and a slender figure.
The place is pure and beautiful, just like a touch of fresh green in spring.
Chang Yinglin said with a smile on his face: "Miss Xisi, wait a moment, come on, come forward. This person is the Duke of Fuguo. He works tirelessly and works hard to help the people on behalf of the emperor. Girl Xisi is here to help the people."
I, the people of Huzhou, would like to offer a glass of wine to the Duke!"
After hearing this, the silk-dressing girl fixed her eyes on Xia Xun. Her eyes were as clear as water, and her whole person was as elegant as a touch of fresh snow on the top of the Kunlun Mountains. She was as bright as Qinghua. She was a happy woman, but she didn't have a trace of aloofness.
, elegant and quiet, beautiful and compelling.
She glanced at Xia Xun intently, then walked towards Xia Xun. When she reached the table, Chang Yinglin had handed over a glass of wine with a smile. Miss Xi Si took the glass in her hand and stood up slowly, with a pair of bright eyes.
Staring at Xia Xun, he suddenly said: "What you drink is the blood of the people, and what you eat is the meat of the people. The countless innocent souls who drowned themselves in the river are crying in your wine glasses. Lord, this wine will taste delicious to you."
?”
She flicked her wrist, and the glass of wine splashed onto Xia Xun's face!
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