On the 24th of the leap August, Huang Wending had been executed for several days, and the civil unrest was almost gone. There were more than 200 gang members in the core, about 70 people were killed, and more than 70 people were arrested. There are still Dozens are on the run.
The gentry headed by the Fang family won a great victory, but the entire gentry class suffered heavy losses during the civil unrest. Many big families fled to Anqing Prefecture with their families and still dare not return to Tongcheng.
Most of the properties of each family, such as pawn shops, grain stores, and houses, were burned and looted, and all the domestic slaves raised by the gentry escaped. Judging from the list on the bronze tripod used by the thieves to set up memorial ceremonies, we can see the number of domestic slaves who participated in the rebellion. There are quite a few, not only Zhang Ru and his like, but also the domestic slaves of Ye Can, Wu Yingqi, and Fang Xiangqian.
These domestic slaves preyed on the inside and outside, and cooperated with the gang of thieves, making it easy for the rebels to break into the concierges of each house, and looted all the property of each house accurately and efficiently. Only a small part could be recovered after the chaos was quelled.
Therefore, the victory of the gentry was very limited. Many gentry were still in shock, and only a few began to take revenge on the families of the troubled people.
Stores inside and outside the city are opening one after another, but the business in the market is light and no longer as prosperous as in the past. The only businesses that are booming are the funeral-related shops. The families of the rioters who were killed by the gang that day have collected their bodies. In Tongcheng these days, From time to time, families mourned inside and outside, and the county was shrouded in gloom and mist.
The county government began to resume operations, and some subordinate officials who had fled during the civil unrest returned to the government office to work. Yang Fangqian directed this inefficient government office and carefully carried out the aftermath of the chaos.
The Tongcheng County Government Prison was overcrowded. During this crackdown, more than 70 people were arrested and all were sent to the South Prison. According to the division of responsibilities, the interrogations were completed by the County Government, and they were all detained in the South Prison until the interrogation was completed.
The family members of those criminals gathered near the eight-character wall every day to inquire about news. There were often hundreds of people. This gathering added new hidden dangers. Once these family members were incited to cause trouble, I am afraid that the county government's subordinate officials would He will run away again.
Therefore, Yang Fangqian has been under a lot of pressure recently. In order to increase his confidence and deter those who may secretly have evil intentions, he specially promoted Pang Zaoli, who was famous in Tongcheng.
Pang Yu, who seems to be brave, has actually not dared to go back home these days. He has been living in the county government office in the name of protecting the county magistrate. After getting a new appointment today, he had to come to the county government office to start his new post. First day of work.
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"Pang Bantou, please come here. Your little man has been prepared early in the morning." Ruan Jin, who once went to the countryside with Pang Yu, was very enthusiastic, "The chair has been changed, and it is definitely not the one that Lao Li sat on. "
Pang Yu clasped his hands behind his back and kept nodding. The old Li mentioned by Ruan Jin was the former class leader Li. He had been the class leader of the fast class for two or three years. According to Jiao Guozhao, he still gained a lot of benefits. .This time, since Mr. Zheng beat Yue Ji to death, Team Leader Li has not stopped. The superior officials urged him, and the squires made things difficult. Later, when he saw that Huang Wending and others were serious, he was so scared that he did not dare to come to the Yamen again.
The officials of each house can decide whether to hire officials at the level of yamen and clerks. As the head of the county, Yang Fangqian can appoint and remove the team leader at any time. Naturally, Team Leader Li will not be allowed to continue to be in charge of the fast class. Yongwu The extraordinary Pang Zaoli leaped over the dragon gate and became the captain of the criminal police in Tongcheng.
But in this case, his silver cabinet job in the household may come to nothing. Pang Yu didn't know whether it was a good deal or not, but Yang Fangqian didn't ask for his personal opinion, so whether he wanted to or not, he still wanted to take Tongcheng. The criminal police team will take charge first.
Six people came to the fast class today. During this civil unrest, the department that Yang Fangfian hated the most was the fast class. Originally, the fast class was supposed to be the main force in patrolling and hunting down murderers, but not only did they fail to catch the murderer, the chaos started.
After that, each one ran away faster than the other, and even half of the horses were stolen.
Kuaibaan can't relieve Tang Zun's worries at all. It leaves Tang Tang as the chief magistrate of the county with neither force nor eyes and ears. This makes Yang Fangfian and the county magistrate like two fools, being kept in the dark by all parties. Both Shangguan officials are self-conscious.
a shame.
Among the six people who came today, there were two with a horse speed and four steps. They were all quick at seeing an opportunity. Seeing that the civil unrest was about to subside, they immediately returned to the county government office for duty.
After Pang Yu sat down, he touched the armrests of the chair. The fine peach wood was wiped clean. It could be seen that Ruan Jin had also put a lot of thought into it. This man looked fierce, but he was extremely docile in front of Shangguan, always leading the way.
He had a flattering expression on his face, so both Bantou Li and Hu Fang liked him very much. They would always send him on good errands. Ruan Jin had far more chances to buy cards than other fast players.
Kuaishou's room is opposite Zaoli's room. In terms of office area, it is much larger than a household room. There are three rooms in total. Ruan Jin tidied up a whole room for Pang Yu yesterday afternoon. This belongs to the generous family.
, I don’t think there is a fast player who dares to say that he has made big arrangements for the class leader.
Ruan Jin was half a day faster than the others, but in Pang Yu's heart, he was a big step ahead and won at the starting line.
The six people were standing in front of the case, but Pang Yu sat still. In the past, Pang Ersi worked in the soap room opposite, and no one liked him, but after being suddenly opened up, he did more and more things.
Shocking, especially when he broke into Yunji Temple alone and killed more than 20 thieves, and even chopped off their heads.
Now that he has become the head of the fast class, no one in the yamen dares to look down on him anymore. At this time, he did not say a word, and the six of them felt quite uneasy.
Pang Yu and others were worried for a long time before finally speaking, "In this civil uprising, many people in the county government have violated the law openly and covertly, and even openly and secretly joined the rebels. The people regard my subordinate officials as incompetent and humiliate them."
As for the face of the imperial court, your Majesty asked me to severely punish anyone who is involved in colluding with thieves. Pang will show no mercy." Pang Yu had a serious look on his face, and the six people below did not dare to express their anger, fearing to offend the class leader.
If you are dissatisfied, you will be beheaded by him.
"Regardless of the previous class leaders, the first thing Pang wants is to have the courage to do his job. Those people who sit on the wall and waver at both ends are not the people I want. Yang Tangzun has given Pang full power. No matter how fast the horse is in the fast class, he can walk quickly.
It is up to Pang to decide whether to retain him or not. Regardless of whether he has pledged or not, as long as he has both talent and virtue, even a helper can be a fast horse. If his virtue is lacking, even if he has pledged and pledged, he will not be able to do so.
Sneak into my fast class."
The six of them lowered their heads and lowered their hands, not daring to look at Pang Yu, including Ruan Jin.
After Wanli, most of the yamen servants were not registered as servants. Most of them were hired by private households and had already become a profession. The yamen servants had a low status in the yamen. It was common for them to be yelled at and beaten by officials. The surface of labor and food banknotes was also
There are only six taels. But in fact, there are at least more than a dozen taels, which is still higher than ordinary people, and their social status is also higher than ordinary people. If Pang Yu does not retain them, these people will immediately face survival problems.
Pang Yu stood up and walked to the six people. He walked along the queue and said, "Anyone who dares to serve, I, Pang Yu, will never be stingy with rewards. Not only do I not need a penny of your work and food money, but I also have regular money for you."
As for the bonus, as long as you are capable, your annual salary will not be less than that of a subordinate in a household."
One of the Ma Kuai at the end raised his head and looked at Pang Yu carefully. His eyes moved and he asked Pang Yu in a low voice, "But the only money given to the Kuai Kuai in the household is labor and food money, and no regular money is given. Where can the team leader find it?"
Where did the money come from?"
"That's a matter for the class leader. If Pang can't do it, you can just turn a deaf ear to what Pang said." Pang Yu raised a hand, "But if you take the money, you have to do what Pang said. I
What you say is an order, and it must be carried out to the letter. If you fail to do so, Pang will expel him from the fast class at any time, and then you will not blame Pang for being ruthless."
Na Ma quickly lowered his head and said, "I understand."
Pang Yu glanced around the six people, and there were at least three of them who had appeared at the scene of robbing big houses, including Ruan Jin. However, Pang Yu was wearing a face scarf, so they didn't notice Pang Yu.
"Everyone here is able to come to the Yamen for duty when the civil unrest is not over. It can be seen that they are all people who fulfill their duties and will definitely be the pillars of my team in the future. But Mr. Yang is very disgusted with the subordinate officials who join the rebellious party. Everyone
If you accidentally appear in a place where rioters gather, you can come and tell Pang alone, and Pang will be confident and will take care of it for everyone."
After Pang Yu finished speaking, he observed carefully. Five of the six people actually had uncomfortable expressions. This shows that the mass base of the Tongcheng civil uprising was indeed broad. During the most chaotic period, most adults and children who could walk around had participated, including Pang Yu.
Inside.
He wanted these people to confess to him. He wanted to catch a few of them first, which would give them a psychological advantage and facilitate future management. He also wanted to see if they were honest with him. Pang Yu learned from his recent contacts with subordinates
See, blindly trying to win over these government officials won't have much effect. You have to use both kindness and power.
"Pang is the new leader of the squad. When the civil unrest first subsides, the quick squad will first do their duty, patrol the area to arrest the murderers and stabilize the area. They need to do several major things, not only to report the attention of the hall and the county magistrate, but also to
To repay the hometown and calm the people's hearts." Pang Yu looked at a few people seriously, "But the first thing to do today is to let the people around the door disperse. Your Majesty does not want so many people to gather in the county.
We are on the front street, but we don’t want to get into a fight with those people. Is there anyone among you who can come forward?”
The six people stared at Pang Yu, their expressions changed, they seemed a little eager to try, but also a little hesitant.
"In the future express class, Pang will be divided into several teams. Each team will have a team leader, and the salary will be twenty-four taels per year." The six people all raised their heads, and there was an eager light in their eyes.
Yu paused for a moment and then continued, "But this team is not given casually. It must be filled by capable people. What is capable? Those who can help Shangguan relieve his worries."
The horse started to ask questions and quickly took a step forward, "I'm willing to give it a try."
Ruan Jin also stood up. Before he could speak, Pang Yu interrupted, "Brother Ruan is very brave, but it's half a step too late. You need to be decisive next time."
Pang Yu turned to the horse and smiled, "I don't know what to call him yet."
"Little man Jiang Fan!"
...
There was a lot of crying in front of the splayed wall, and dozens of people were sitting on the ground. More than ten of them came to ask for their heads. They came from about six or seven families, and they all recognized them on weekdays. There were people in the family who had their heads chopped off and put them on the carriage.
We went to the police station and made an appointment to get the body back. Others came to inquire about the imprisoned family members, and some people came to watch the fun, making the crowd in front of the splayed wall dense.
Six quick hands holding waist knives slowly walked out from the gate and came to the family members. The crying stopped immediately. The family members did not have time to wipe their tears and stood up and took a few steps back. The crowd around them was also much quieter.
No more noise.
Jiang Fan said loudly to those people, "When you report the names of each family, do you want to get the body back or see the culprit?"
The family members were all cautious. After waiting for a while and seeing no one speaking, a man behind him tentatively said, "Bai An is my second brother... He was arrested in the South Prison. I want to bring some food and ask him what his crime is."
, there is also…”
Jiang Fan didn't wait for anyone else to tell him his name, and said directly to Brother Bai An, "It's just right. I'm on my way to find Bai An's residence, so I asked Brother Bai to lead the way."
"This... I'm just here to find out some news. Why are you looking for his residence?"
Jiang Fan interrupted, "Bai An participated in plundering the families of Wuxiang eunuchs, Yexiang eunuchs, and Lou Xiucai, and extorted money from the wealthy gentry families in Tongcheng. Although Nanjian was taken into custody, the money was still not recovered. Kuaiban was ordered to do this.
After several searches, if there are not enough in the homes of rioters, they may be hidden in the homes of relatives and friends. This brother Bai should know all the relatives and friends of Bai An. Please lead the way and search them from house to house. The Yamen will definitely reward you by then."
"I...I don't know." Bai An's brother never expected that the question would lead to such a result, and quickly retreated, "I'm not his brother, I just came to help ask him out of pity for him, everything else is fine.
I don’t know, nor do I know Bai An’s other relatives and friends.”
As he spoke, he retreated out. If he was really captured by the yamen to lead the way, and his relatives were searched from house to house, he would not be able to see his relatives and friends in the future, and they might even search his own house. Then his own money was also money.
How can you tell whether it is dirty silver or not?
Jiang Fan tried to persuade him, "Brother Bai, please don't leave in a hurry. Things haven't been discussed yet."
Bai An's brother didn't dare to stay, so he disappeared into the crowd in a flash.
Jiang Fan turned to other people in the scene, "All the people detained in the South Prison will be interrogated in the execution room. Jian Anhui Ningfen Patrol Road will also be heard in person. They will never be wronged. It is human nature for all fellow countrymen to worry about their relatives and friends.
, but there may be something wrong with gathering here. If the patrolmen meet at the Taoist platform and think that there are still people who intend to cause chaos, and they are determined to set an example, they may be sentenced to a harsh sentence, which will harm your relatives and friends in prison. Please give
Relatives and friends were of no help. There will be notices posted after the trial. If you are eager to find out the news, you can tell your brothers where you live. It is cheaper for brothers to come to your door to announce the news in person than to gather here. Come on, are you willing to stay?
Address?"
Jiang Fan took a few steps closer. Those relatives and friends who dared to leave their addresses to the Yamen were afraid that the Yamen would come to search for dirty money and get him in again. They all waved their hands and retreated outside, fearing that Jiang Fan would catch them behind.
The five quickies behind also dispersed and asked the people for their addresses one by one. The people in the field fled in all directions, and in a blink of an eye the dense crowd became sparse.
Pang Yu came out of the gate with satisfaction. It was indeed a good idea to let the crowd disperse without shouting and killing. After a while, he could go and claim credit from Yang Fangqian.
The six Kuaishou were still questioning those people one by one. When Pang Yu walked to the field, only a few people had fled.
At this time, Jiang Fan came to an old woman. The old woman was dressed in ordinary clothes. She should be a commoner in the city. Many green-skinned families were like this.
She looked haggard, with tears still hanging on her face, "This official, I'm here to ask if my son's body can be returned to me. He has been dead for several days. If there is no funeral, he will probably die."
"Auntie, what's your son's name?"
"Oh, his name is Gu Xiaowu." The old woman choked for a moment, then wiped away her tears and said, "He is also a government servant. It turns out that when he was in the household, people everywhere wanted to marry him, and it was all his fault.
My father died early and was sent to the soap opera class. Alas, things got worse day by day and he stopped listening to me. In the end, he ended up with his body and head in a different place. What will I say when I meet his father in the future..."
After saying this, the old woman grabbed Jiang Fan's arm and cried loudly.
Jiang Fan was very patient and just tried to persuade her softly. When Ruan Jin saw her striding over, he was about to pull the old woman away.
Pang Yu took two steps and shook his head at Ruan Jin. After Ruan Jin stepped back, Pang Yu patted the old woman's hand and said, "Aunt Gu, don't worry, you have to wait until the body and head are complete before you bury them. The bodies are still there.
Yunji Temple, Chizhou soldiers are leaving today. Originally, we were going to take Gu Zuo to Yunji Temple tomorrow to collect the blood. Since Aunt Gu is impatient, Pang will go to Yunji Temple tonight, and Gu Xiaowu's body can be returned to Auntie early tomorrow morning."
The old woman knelt down after hearing the thud, and cried to Pang Yu, "Thank you for this poor man, you are such a kind person..."
Pang Yu quickly said to Jiang Fan, "You help her go home. Come back early and we will go to Yunji Temple immediately."
After saying that, Pang Yu strode back to the county government office without looking back.
...
As the sun set, two carriages were about to leave from the foot of Yunji Temple Mountain, each carrying three headless corpses. Pang Yu and Pang Ding stood on the mountain path and silently looked at the headless corpse of Gu Xiaowu among them.
This is the second batch taken away today. There are still more than ten corpses in the temple. Pang Yu learned early this morning that the Chizhou soldiers were about to withdraw, so he volunteered to lead the gang to collect the corpses. He also came to confirm whether the Chizhou soldiers had left.
Naturally, no one could compete with him for such a boring and boring job. Pang Yu brought six people and two gangsters on the fast shift, and it looked like he would have to be busy for another day tomorrow to finish transporting the corpse.
"Won't the class leader follow us back to the county seat?" Ruan Jin asked with concern.
"I'm not worried about the Chizhou soldiers. Mr. Yang specifically told me to check all the way to Liantan and confirm that the Chizhou soldiers have left Tongcheng County. This is my duty to wait for the quick team." Pang Yu sighed, "If I go back today, I won't be able to go back tomorrow.
We have to walk this section again from the county seat, so why not stay in an inn near the trailer river and go directly to Liantan tomorrow, which will save us twenty miles of walking."
"The little guy stays with the squad leader."
Pang Yu said expressionlessly, "The civil unrest in the city has been calmed down for the first time. I'm afraid there are still some remaining gangsters hiding. You all will go back to Tongcheng and stay in the county government office tonight. You must ensure the safety of the hall master and the county magistrate."
"Villain..."
"What I have said is an order."
Ruan Jin quickly shut up. After the coworker fixed the body, the six people in the fast class got on their horses one after another. This was also the benefit of the small number of people now. Everyone had horses, and the fast steps became the fast horses.
Pang Yu watched the carriage pulling the body disappear on the official road, and then he and Pang Ding slowly walked back to Yunji Temple on the mountain.
Some of the felled cypress trees on the mountain road of Yunji Temple were cleared by Chizhou soldiers, but most of them were still there. Pang Yu didn't feel any difficulty walking up to the top of the mountain and entered the main hall.
Pang Yu slowly sat down at the door leading to the side hall, sitting on the floor. The stone slabs in the hall were still stained with blood, and it was obvious that the Chizhou soldiers had not cleaned them.
Pang Yu fell into a trance for a moment, and sat there until it was completely dark. Pang Ding lit two torches in the hall, and the mountain wind passed through the hall, causing the firelight to sway.
"Master, the ladle for scooping out dung has been found. It's dark, and He Xianya also came over. He was guarding the mountain path outside the courtyard gate. I searched the temple again and found that no one was hiding. Let's get started."
Pang Yu stared at a bloodstain on the opposite side. The bloodstain had the feeling of splashing. It was the place where Gu Xiaowu died.
"Master?"
"Let's go." Pang Yu wiped a handful on his face and pushed himself up. The two of them each took a torch and left the temple through the back door, arriving at the cesspit outside the layman's room.
Pang Yu didn't mind the stench at this time. He couldn't wait to put the torch in, took the dung ladle on the ground and dug it into the pit. He scooped up a ladle with force. It felt very heavy. He carefully lifted it and poured it on the shore.
A pile of dark stuff mixed with feces and urine.
Pang Ding fiddled with a bamboo branch a few times and shouted softly, uncontrollably, "The hidden silver is still there! The Chizhou soldiers didn't find it!"
He picked up the prepared basin of water and rushed over with a splash. The viscous solid was washed away, revealing several ingot-like silver ingots underneath. Under the light of the torch, it reflected a faint metallic luster.