Chapter 86 The fame spreads far and wide, but the kindness is difficult to fail, and the people love
Su Cheng finished handling the affairs within the county government that day and quickly rode to Jiangzhou City with two government officials.
Although the drought has passed, there are still many victims who have turned into bandits. For safety reasons, it is necessary to bring two government officials.
Of course, Xincheng County Magistrate Wang Baotou was not a fool. Although he was dismissed by Su Cheng, he did not actually return to Xincheng County, but sent someone back to deliver the message.
Wang Captou himself and several other government officials stayed behind to observe the movements of Su Cheng and Shen Youwei.
"Wang Captou, Mr. Su left the city and took the official road. I don't know where he is going!"
In a teahouse on the streets of Liuhe County, a government official came immediately to report Su's movements.
"What, he actually left the city!"
Wang Captou was shocked: "What about Shen Youwei?"
The yamen officer quickly replied: "Shen Youwei did not go out. Instead, she returned to the Shen family and did not go out. There are still two brothers staying there."
When Wang Captou heard this, he was completely relieved.
"I guess Mr. Su is out of the city on business, so as long as Shen Youwei is in the city, it doesn't matter!"
Wang Captou snorted coldly: "Tell the brothers to keep a close eye, and don't ruin your good deeds by going there!"
"yes!"
Wang Captou did not dare to be careless about this matter.
It failed once last time and was scolded bloody. If it fails again this time, the position of the head catcher will probably not be saved.
Anyway, just keep an eye on Shen Youwei!
As for Su Cheng's actions, he was not worried.
With a letter from the Jiangzhou magistrate, does Su Cheng still dare to disobey the order?
No matter what Su Cheng does, his responsibility is to take Shen Youwei back to Xincheng County.
Since Shen Youwei is in the city, there is no need to report Su Cheng's every move to Liu Guoan.
Su Cheng here, galloping on horseback, traveled 500 kilometers for two consecutive days and finally arrived at Jiangzhou City.
Looking at the huge Jiangzhou City wall, the crowds inside and outside the door, and the soldiers standing guard at the door, Su Cheng breathed a sigh of relief.
We finally arrived at Jiangzhou City, and all we had to do next was explain the situation to the prefect.
"Let's go, follow me in!"
Su Cheng led the horse and headed straight into the city, followed immediately by the two government officials behind him.
"Stop!" The guard at the door suddenly stopped them.
"Who are you and why are you here in Jiangzhou City!"
Su Cheng was not wearing official uniform, but there were two government officials behind him. The soldiers at the door naturally wanted to ask questions.
"I am Su Cheng, the magistrate of Liuhe County. I am going to the city to find the magistrate!" Su Cheng looked neither humble nor overbearing.
The soldiers at the door looked at each other after hearing this, and a look of respect suddenly appeared on their faces.
"It turns out it was Mr. Su in person. It was just a routine matter. Please forgive me, Mr. Su!" The soldier quickly saluted and apologized.
This time, it was Su Cheng's turn to be a little surprised.
His reputation actually spread to Jiangzhou City?
You must know that Jiangzhou City is more than 500 miles away from Liuhe County. It has only been more than a month since I took office, but all the soldiers here know about me.
"Do you know me?"
"My lord, you are joking. What you did in Liuhe County is now known to everyone in Jiangzhou. Everyone says that you are a good official!"
"Yes, my parents almost starved to death during the drought, but they survived after going to Liuhe County. The younger one has to thank you, sir."
"Although my parents are in Jiangzhou, my aunt's family is in Wan County. They almost starved to death at the beginning, but now they survive farming in Liuhe County."
"Fortunately, sir, you are the magistrate of Liuhe County, otherwise many people in Jiangzhou would have died this time."
Most of the soldiers at the gate are locals from Jiangzhou and have family members in various counties.
Everyone is affected by the drought, and soldiers like them are naturally worried about their families.
As for Su Cheng's handling of the drought and settling the victims in Liuhe County, the news has now spread throughout Jiangzhou.
Everyone admired Su Cheng as the county magistrate.
The two government officials who came with Su Cheng were all happy when they heard this!
If you follow such a magistrate, you will have dignity wherever you go!
When the group of soldiers stopped them just now, they thought they were asking for passing money.
Unexpectedly, as soon as Mr. Su's name was reported, people were immediately grateful.
Su Cheng, on the other hand, shook his head slightly: "I just did what I should do."
"By the way, I would like to ask you all, where is the government office?"
As the administrative seat of Jiangzhou, Jiangzhou City is a large city with many people living in it, which is much larger than the county seat.
If no one shows the way, the government office will not be found.
"I will personally lead the way for you, sir!"
A man who looked like a captain took the initiative to speak: "Xiao Liuzi, come and help me, I will take Mr. Su to the government office!"
"Captain Zhang, here we come!"
"Master Su, please come inside!"
"Thank you!" Su Cheng nodded slightly towards the captain, and then led the horse into the city.
There are many pedestrians on the streets in the city, and there are some teahouses and restaurants around, as well as vendors selling things on the roadside.
Although it has experienced a drought, Jiangzhou City has a large population and is now slowly recovering.
But when many people saw Su Cheng and two government officials, their faces showed indifference and even hatred!
What's more, when Su Cheng and others passed by, he deliberately spit on the ground!
"Pooh!"
"snort!"
Someone else snorted coldly, looking like they couldn't stand Su Cheng and the others.
This scene made the two government officials furious.
"you……"
"Okay, don't cause trouble!"
Su Cheng frowned. Although he was confused, he still opened his mouth to stop the two government officials.
The captain who was leading the team realized at this moment, and quickly turned around and said, "Mr. Su, I'm so sorry, they must have mistaken you for the magistrate of another county!"
"Huh? What do you mean by this?" Su Cheng looked confused.
The captain smiled bitterly: "Those county magistrates usually do good things and show authority, but when there is a drought, they have no achievements, causing many families to be destroyed."
"This Jiangzhou City is not big or small. Who doesn't have a few relatives?"
"Those county magistrates killed so many people, so their relatives naturally don't like them."
After saying that, the captain shouted to the people around him: "Everyone, you have misunderstood. This is actually Mr. Su, the magistrate of Liuhe County!"
As soon as these words came out, the scene suddenly fell silent.
Then, someone yelled: "You are Mr. Su!"
"Oh, I'm so blind that I can't see Mount Tai. Please forgive me, Mr. Su!"
"Master Su is here, please accept my eggs. My father-in-law and his family are settling down in Liuhe County now!"
"I don't have anything to give you. Just take this cake with you!"
"Master Su, the little one didn't spit on purpose just now, the little one deserves to die!"
Everyone gave gifts to others, and some even slapped themselves in remorse.
Even though Su Cheng repeatedly declined, the people were so enthusiastic that they all put their food and everything on his horse.
The horses were loaded with things, and the people handed them over to the two government officials.
In just the blink of an eye, the two government officials were covered in strange things.
Even the captain is no exception!
Vegetables, eggs, even fishing rods, funnels, and tea leaves.
Anyway, give me everything I can!
Moreover, the people on the street came after hearing the news and quickly blocked the street, making it impossible for Su Cheng and others to walk.
Su Cheng's mouth twitched.
If this continues, I'm afraid I won't be able to get to the government office today!