"But the residence of the Marquis of Wannian County?"
A voice came from outside the tavern.
A middle-aged man wearing a light green official uniform walked in from outside.
There was a servant behind him, carrying some gifts in his hand.
When he saw Zhao Chen, a look of flattery immediately appeared on his face.
"This official is Du Hai, the newly appointed Magistrate of Wannian County. I'm here to pay homage to the Lord Marquis of the County." The middle-aged man bowed his hands to Zhao Chen and bowed.
Wannian County is under the jurisdiction of Chang'an City, and he was also in the court just now.
Seeing that Zhao Chen was granted the title of Wannian County Marquis, Du Hai immediately wanted to come over and pay homage to Zhao Chen.
The county marquis is from the third rank, and has a settlement of thousands of households.
Although it is only a title and no official position, Emperor Cai has just appointed Zhao Chen as the deputy examiner for this autumn examination.
It is foreseeable that we will achieve rapid success in the future.
Du Hai came to see Zhao Chen as soon as possible, and Du Hai came over to try to establish a relationship with Zhao Chen.
Uncle Fu looked at Du Hai who was wearing official uniform in front of him and was so respectful to Zhao Chen, his face was already blooming with joy.
"Sir, would you like to invite someone to come in and sit down for a while?" Uncle Fu whispered.
"Magistrate Du, this is a tavern and it's not convenient for me to entertain you. How about you go back first and I can visit Wannian County in person when I have the chance?" Zhao Chen said to Du Hai.
Du Hai was slightly startled, looking a little disappointed.
However, he did not dare to offend Zhao Chen, so he said: "In this case, the official is being rude. If the Lord of the County returns to Wannian County, he must inform the official in advance so that the official can go and greet him in person."
Zhao Chen didn't speak, just nodded.
Du Hai led his servants away, and the tavern became quiet again.
"Sir, why are you forcing the Wannian County Magistrate to leave? I also want to invite him to have a meal here." Uncle Fu was a little confused.
Now that Zhao Chen has a title, it's time to be happy.
Someone came to see him, but why did he drive them back?
"Uncle Fu, you have gained enough limelight in the court today. If you continue to be like this, you will definitely make people jealous."
"Because there are villagers in Wannian County, there will be many things that need help from the magistrate of Wannian County in the future, so I will leave his gift."
"If someone comes again with a gift in the future, Uncle Fu, you must refuse it for me." Zhao Chen and Uncle Fu explained.
"It's actually like this. If the young master hadn't made it clear, I would have thought..."
"By the way, Uncle Fu, we still have to keep this tavern open. To be honest, the experience in the court today made me regret my previous decision."
"Maybe I still like to be a free businessman." Zhao Chen smiled and said to Uncle Fu.
Uncle Fu was stunned for a moment. Although he was a little surprised, he nodded and then nodded to Zhao Chen: "Don't worry, sir, I understand."
…
"Gao Yuanjing, Lun Qin, you two can leave."
In Dali Temple Prison, the jailer opened the cells of Gao Yuanjing and Lun Qin and scolded them.
At the feet of the jailer, there was blood left yesterday that had not yet been wiped away.
Gao Yuanjing's eyes were a little confused at the moment, but when he heard the jailer's voice, he instantly burst out with deep hatred.
"I'm going to kill you, Dog Emperor, I'm going to kill you."
"If you kill my beloved wife, I will not let you go."
Gao Yuanjing roared angrily, dragging his two broken legs and desperately crawling towards the jailer.
Lun Qin looked on with a look of deep anger on his face.
"Go back." The jailer opened the cell door, kicked Gao Yuanjing over, and said with a sneer: "If it weren't for the performance of Wannian County Marquis in the Taiji Hall today that shocked His Majesty, His Majesty Long Yan was so happy, you two, this
Don’t ever think about getting out of here in your life.”
After the jailer finished speaking, he wiped the mud on Gao Yuanjing's back and spat on Gao Yuanjing's face.
Gao Yuanjing lay on the ground and buried his head deeply in the hay.
"Your Majesty is happy to let you all out today. Get out of here."
The jailer went out, walked to other cells, and spoke to the prisoners in the prison.
Cells were opened one after another.
The prisoners ran out one by one with excitement on their faces.
"Brother Gao, I will take you away." Lun Qin whispered.
Gao Yuanjing said nothing.
Lun Qing could feel Gao Yuanjing's despair even while squatting next to him.
"Don't worry, I can help you." Lun Qin said softly again.
"Lord Lunqin, please go. I am suddenly in such trouble and being insulted like this. At this moment, I just want to die happily."
"After I die, I ask Lord Lunqin to send the news from this place back to me, Goguryeo."
"When there is a chance, Brother Wang will definitely send his troops south to avenge me." Gao Yuanjing lay on the haystack, his voice hoarse.
When Lun Qin heard Gao Yuanjing's words, he hesitated for a long time.
Seeing Gao Yuanjing's situation, and the hysteria of his wife being beheaded by the jailer in front of him yesterday.
Lun Qin finally made up his mind.
"Gao Yuanjing, come with me. I have a way to deal with Tang Guo." Lun Qin pulled up Gao Yuanjing and said.
Gao Yuanjing looked desperate and didn't even wipe the phlegm from his face.
"Believe me, follow me. The auspicious seeds of the Tang Dynasty are with me. Once you get out of prison, I will give you 30% of the profits."
"With these seeds, we Tubo and you Goguryeo will soon become stronger."
"When the time comes, it's not impossible for you to cut off Li Er's head yourself." Lun Qin whispered.
Gao Yuanjing still had a look of despair, his eyes were dull, and he didn't seem to understand Lun Qin's words.
"If you two don't leave, don't leave today." The jailer came back and scolded the two of them.
"Brother Jailer, let's leave now." Lun Qin said quickly.
He picked up Gao Yuanjing and put him on his back.
Then he carried Gao Yuanjing out of the prison.
A strange color flashed in Gao Yuanjing's eyes, but he instantly regained his previous confusion.
…
"Your Majesty, today's court meeting is the most thrilling I have ever seen in these years."
In the Lizheng Hall, the emperor and Empress Changsun were having lunch.
After eating a few mouthfuls, Empress Changsun still couldn't help being surprised and said to Li Shimin.
"I didn't think of it myself." Li Shimin smiled and shook his head, with a look of surprise on his face.
Who would have thought that Zhao Chen would be so brave in the court today.
In terms of strategy, even Fang Xuanling couldn't stop him.
Thinking about it now, Li Shimin still feels a little incredible.
"The story is really well written. Now my mind is filled with the plot behind it." Empress Changsun said again.
"Guanyin maid, don't you just want to go to that boy Zhao Chen? Tomorrow you go to Shu Bao's place first and go see him for me, and then go to Zhao Chen's place." Li Shimin shook his head with a smile.
He didn't understand that Queen Changsun's main purpose was to meet Zhao Chen.
After all, speaking from another perspective, as a mother, seeing that her son is so capable, it is impossible not to want to see it.
"Your Majesty, won't you come with us?" Queen Changsun asked.
"The matter of the auspicious seeds is not over yet, but according to Zhao Chen's plan, there should be results tomorrow."
"This matter is of great importance and cannot be taken lightly. I will wait for news in the palace tomorrow." Li Shimin said slowly.
But there was some worry in my heart. Is Zhao Chen's method reliable?