After being exiled, I led my whole family to rebel.

Xu Zhenying's voice was a little cold, "Xu Deyuan collaborated with the enemy and betrayed the country. The evidence is conclusive. Now we need to investigate the owner of the second house to see if anyone else is involved."

But Xu Yinxi didn't seem to be panicked. She straightened her hair and said to Ming Xiaoshuang, "No need to pull me, I will walk by myself. Brother Xiaoshuang, please lead the way."

But the other people in the second room looked very flustered.

Aunt Chun hugged the shivering Xu Minglu and said, "City Lord, those who are clean will be clean. We, the second room people, are loyal to you. I hope you can return our innocence."

Xu Zhenying smiled: "The one who is clean will be clean? Haven't you noticed that someone in the second room has disappeared for almost half a month?"

This sentence made Xu Yinxi's expression change drastically.

Almost everyone immediately thought of Xu Deyuan who disappeared!

But Xu Yinxi thought of that letter!

That letter she replied casually while busy!

Then Xu Yinxi bit her lower lip and clenched her hands into fists in the dark: Father, what good thing have you done again.

Xu Zhenying saw that the second room and others were pale with fright, and continued: "To tell you the truth, Xu Deyuan and Sun Qingchen cooperated to escape from Jinzhou while taking advantage of the chaos, and went to Qianzhou Mansion to deliver a letter to General Bai, asking him to send troops to destroy us in the hope of taking us. The leader of everyone in the Xu family has been reinstated. You are stepping on our second uncle who is in the top position like this, do you really want to keep him out of family ties? "

As soon as this statement came out, everyone's expressions changed!

Huang Cui'e immediately cursed: "The second brother is crazy! He actually asked the court to send troops to suppress us. Does he know that our rebellion is a capital crime? We charged in the front but he stabbed us from behind? City Lord, you did the right thing. , quickly imprison all the white-eyed wolves in their second room and deal with them!"

Xu Degui also said angrily: "How could second brother do this?!"

"The evidence of the crime is conclusive. Sun Qingchen's blood letter was found from him. Others have arrived in Qianzhou. If our people hadn't been alert and discovered him, I'm afraid he would have led his men to attack by now!"

The fourth brother and others were also very angry. Xu Dekai clenched his fists and cursed angrily: "We have all treated you second brother with kindness and kindness, but you actually eat us inside and outside! We are all blood relatives, and you actually want our lives! Will you second brother take our lives? Treat us as relatives?!"

Lian's eyes were filled with tears at this moment, she was angry and aggrieved, "What are you shouting at us? This is Xu Deyuan's fault. What does it have to do with me and Yinxi! Yinxi and I have always been loyal to the city lord! You should blame Xu Deyuan go!"

This statement is a bit embarrassing.

Speaking of which, Lian and Xu Yinxi had indeed been loyal to them since the siege. Lian cooperated with Miao in managing logistics, and Yinxi followed Xu Zhenying in managing government affairs. Mother and daughter worked conscientiously and could not make any mistakes.

What's more, Lian and Xu Deyuan had been separated for a long time. The two people once reached the point of reconciliation. Lian may not really know about the things Xu Deyuan did.

"No matter what, lock up the people in the second room first, and then discuss how to deal with it after further verification."

Xu Yin glanced at Xu Zhenying, but saw the man's cold and cold expression. She hated Xu Deyuan to death, but she also knew that even to appease the people under her command, Xu Zhenying had to behave.

No matter what purpose Xu Zhenying had, it was impossible for Xu Yinxi to draw a clear line between Xu Deyuan and Xu Deyuan in front of everyone. She really hated and annoyed Xu Deyuan, and all she could do now was cooperate. She took the Lian family with her and treated Xu Zhenying Said: "City Lord, I hope you will investigate as soon as possible and clear our second room's innocence."

"Don't worry about that."

Ming Xiaoshuang and Mo Jinchun took the second room and others back to the house, and then mobilized dozens of soldiers to surround them. The second room and others were unable to enter or exit, and they were as anxious as ants on a hot pot.

But Xu Zhenying had already led people into the government office.

The previous scene in the second room seemed to shock and frighten everyone.

On the day Xu Zhenying attacked Jinzhou Mansion, everyone in the Xu family was the last to know about it, and naturally they were unable to stop it.

The slogan of rebellion has been launched, and Jinzhou Prefecture has already taken possession of it. They can only pack their things and go to Jinzhou Prefecture overnight to deal with the aftermath.

At this time, everyone in the Xu family was frightened.

Those who are thoughtful will naturally come to realize that Xu Zhenying has been laying out plans in Lan County, and his ambition to compete in the world has been exposed very early.

But Xu Zhenying actually hid her close relatives and went her own way, seemingly not taking them seriously.

They didn't even dare to get angry. They just felt that Xu Zhenying was too deep in mind and felt like she was drifting away.

What's more, the first thing Xu Zhenying did when he returned to Jinzhou Mansion was to give up the rights of the second wife of the Xu family and imprison the second wife and others. His method was unprecedentedly tough.

Everyone in the Xu family frowned and followed Xu Zhenying, but they were secretly speculating on Xu Zhenying's intentions.

However, those people in the second room are really nothing.

But for surrendering to the enemy and treason, could it be that Xu Zhenying was really planning to kill them?

Xu Zhenying walked into the county government office and sat on the main seat. The people below took their seats one by one, in silence, with a strange solemnity.

Only Huang Cui'e seemed unable to see the situation clearly, and kept cursing at the people in the second room. At one moment she complained that Xu Deyuan did not let them participate in the soap business at that time, and at another moment she cursed Xu Deyuan for being out of his mind and letting his whole family die in order to get his official reinstatement.

She looked at Xu Zhenying from time to time, as if sizing up her face secretly. Seeing that Xu Zhenying didn't stop her, she said to herself: "City Lord, what do you plan to do with the second wife?"

Everyone also looked over.

Xu Zhenying said: "After the facts are clear, we will deal with the case according to the seriousness of the case. The lightest case may be imprisonment, and the most serious case may be beheading."

The Xu family was shocked.

On the other hand, others showed slight approval on their faces.

The thoughts of the Xu family are not uncomplicated at this moment. Their resentment towards Xu Deyuan is real, and their fear of Xu Zhenying is also real.

Miao's heart was spinning a thousand times, and seeing Xu Degui's depressed expression, he said: "City Lord, he is your second uncle after all——"

Xu Zhenying didn't seem to want to listen, and raised his hand to stop Miao's words, "We will wait until the results of the investigation come out. Now that we occupy Jinzhou and Qianzhou, there are still many things that need to be discussed. There is no need to mention Xu Deyuan's matter. Let's first Discussion.”

Seeing everyone stunned, Qian Zhenniang was the first to say in surprise: "City Lord, have we captured Qianzhou Mansion??"

"Yes, those chieftains decided to withdraw from Shunyuan City and let us manage the Qianzhou Prefecture, but we must provide them with assistance. We will discuss the details with Zhang Wanjun." Ming Xiaoshuang went to Qianzhou for a walk , more energetic than before, with an irrepressible smile on his lips, "The city lord did not return empty-handed when he went here, and brought back thousands of captives from the Zhou Dynasty. Now that we have two cities, it can barely be considered The one above is a powerful one."

Everyone in the room could not hide their shock. It was shocking enough to capture Jinzhou Prefecture without any bloodshed. Who would have thought that Xu Zhenying had only been in Qianzhou for ten and a half days, but he actually captured another prefecture.

And in this battle, there were no more than a thousand casualties.

The crowd had not yet come to their senses, and in the blink of an eye there were two cities.

Xu Zhenying's expansion speed is too shocking!

At this moment, the thoughts of everyone in the room became active.

If there was a hint of fear in occupying Jinzhou Mansion before, but after Qianzhou was also captured, everyone became a little bit indescribably excited.

Ming Xiaoshuang is right. If you calculate it this way, they are the only one in the southwest area. Isn't it the hegemony of one party?

Xu Zhenying looked at Miao, and then withdrew his gaze, "Yes, I was about to discuss this matter with everyone. When the natives withdraw from Qianzhou Prefecture, we provide assistance, and both parties need to send hostages to each other to ensure that both parties fulfill the agreement. I have already agreed."

This shocking news comes one after another!

The expressions of the third member of the Xu family changed instantly.

For quality?

Although Xu Degui was excited, he seemed extremely calm and asked: "Is there no room for change in this matter?"

Xu Zhenying looked at him with calm eyes, "No. The deal is done."

Miao's voice was trembling: "Then...who among us will go?"

Xu Zhenying pursed her lips, but couldn't avoid looking at Mrs. Miao: "Don't think about it, as long as there is no abnormal movement on our side, the lives of those who go will not be in danger. And I will send twenty soldiers to protect your safety, etc. Once things are settled in Qianzhou, you will naturally come back." You?

Xu Degui's heart trembled, so it should be him and Miao.

In addition, there is no one in the third room.

Miao sat back in her chair with some dejection.

Xu Degui was a little confused and didn't know what he was thinking. Then he opened his mouth blankly: "Is it the same as two countries going to war and exchanging the emperor's son? But what are you going to do? Will it restrict personal freedom?"

"No." Xu Zhenying couldn't explain how she was feeling at the moment. She was a little heavy, but she said calmly, "After we go, we will help the natives restore production and increase food production, and we will also have to connect with our people here. Planting and marketing of similar products, etc. In the end, they will be able to live the same good life as the people in Lan County. Of course, when necessary, we have to break into them, obtain intelligence, pass on news, and prevent them from backstabbing us. "

The rest of the Xu family also understood, and they all looked at Miao and Xu Degui with solemn expressions.

They wanted to open their mouths to persuade, but they didn't know how.

Even Huang Cui'e just curled her lips, unable to think of anything to say, and then looked at Miao with a worried expression.

One thing was Xu Zhenying's decision, and they couldn't persuade him.

Secondly, although it is dangerous to go to Qianzhou, it will not cost you your life. Since they occupied the character Xu, they naturally had to charge into battle for Xu Zhenying.

What's more, Xu Zhenying is not what he used to be, and the Xu family is also different. When Xu Zhenying speaks, they have no room to refuse.

These discerning people can see that the world is about to be in chaos. If they don't lean against the big tree like Xu Zhenying, they may not even be able to guarantee their own safety when they go outside. Naturally, they can only follow Xu Zhenying's lead now.

Xu Degui understood a little after hearing this, and a wry smile appeared on his face, "In the final analysis, it is similar to what we did in Lan County."

"It can be understood this way. Our talks with the chieftains are about to begin. Both parties are just trying to show their sincerity. As long as I am here for a day, we will never let the two sides exchange fire. Besides, we also have the sons and daughters of the four chieftains here. We Afraid of them, they are afraid of us.”

"If that's the case, then there's nothing to be afraid of!" Xu Degui has gone through a lot and is no longer as taciturn as before, "Why don't we just change places to work? If we go, the other party might treat us like guests. My soldiers and horses are strong. Afraid of what the natives will do!"

Miao calmed down, she was really frightened. She was living a good life in Lan County, but Xu Zhenying broke into Jinzhou Mansion and became a rebel. She had been on tenterhooks for half a month, but she didn't know that Xu Zhenying had taken back another Qianzhou.

Why didn't she see that Xu Zhenying had such ambitions at first?

Seeing Xu Zhenying's territory getting bigger and bigger, Miao was forced to adjust her mentality in time.

In the past, she would have been walking on thin ice with fear, but now she is no longer the Miao family she once was. She has been in charge of logistics for half a year, and she has gained courage through experience. What's more, her daughter is now a prince, so she must closely follow her daughter's footsteps and maintain her integrity. Stand up!

Mrs. Miao gritted her teeth: "It doesn't matter, I'll go. I'm not afraid of them, and I don't think they dare to kill us!"

Xu Zhenying shook his head, "Mother, the Miao people chose you and Mei Xiao."

Miao was startled, her heart beating wildly, "Zhenying, Mei Xiao is only seven years old! The weather in Qianzhou is bad, how can she go to Qianzhou as a hostage?"

Xu Zhenying's eyes were deep as he looked at the sad Miao family, "The grandson sent over by the village chieftain is only six years old this year."

Miao's mouth opened wide and her expression froze. At that moment, it was as if someone had tightly clamped her neck and she couldn't move.

Now that Xu Zhenying has moved out the grandson of the chieftain from Zhaifang, it means that Xu Meixiao went to Qianzhou as a hostage and cannot be changed.

A strong sense of powerlessness filled my heart.

Xu Degui was also upset.

Xu Zhenying deliberately did not look at the sad expressions of the two people. Since the matter was settled, it would be useless to talk more. As the saying goes, if you want to wear a crown, you must bear its weight. Not only today, but maybe she will have to bear more in the future.

A qualified superior cannot be influenced by emotions.

"Fourth Aunt, now my mother is going to Qianzhou, and the people in the second house are under custody. You need to support the logistics department. It will be very hard for you these days, and I will allocate manpower to you as soon as possible-"

Looking at Xu Zhenying, who was so cold and heartless, even vaguely feeling oppressed by an emperor, Mrs. Zhao quickly and respectfully agreed.

"Also, the details of Qianzhou's aid will be sent soon. By then, money, grain, seeds and other equipment will be prepared in advance. We will also discuss with the wealthy households in the city to see if they have the courage to go. We can provide policy support to the gold diggers in Qianzhou. If there are other matters that have not yet been decided, Zhen Niang can tell you."

Qian Zhenniang had just witnessed Xu Yinxi's arrest and heard the news that Sanfang was going to be held hostage. She was slightly in a daze at the moment. However, as Xu Zhenying's secretary, Qian Zhenniang had already developed a habit of listening in all directions. Xu Zhenying was a little bit distracted. When he arrived, she immediately followed him.

"When you went to Qianzhou before, there were a lot of people fleeing, so County Magistrate Xu came up with the idea of ​​stealing money from rich households, which calmed the people in the city. Now these rich households and Jinzhou Prefecture are responding The officials are all imprisoned in prison, waiting for the city lord to be punished."

Xu Zhenying thought for a while, "Tell them to kill only half of them. If they prove the other party's crime, they will be exempted from the death penalty, and let them bite the dog. Choose the ones who have done many evil things, and declare the crime to the entire city, and then judge according to the seriousness of the crime. Then let them be rich and unkind. Yes, part of the money obtained from rich households’ property confiscations, which the people reacted strongly to, was distributed to the people, and part was put into our public treasury.”

Qian Zhenniang asked: "Then how to grasp the scale of distributing money to the people?"

"Just a few coppers per person." Xu Zhenying looked at Qian Zhenniang with a look of disbelief, "Why, is it possible to give all the money to the people? Give a few coppers to celebrate our entry into the city. Save the rest, it's very It will come in handy soon.”

"Also, Wang Sanniang's family sold their assets and donated 100,000 taels of silver to us."

Xu Zhenying raised his eyebrows and asked, "Do they have any demands?"

"I never said that."

Xu Zhenying smiled, "Then the plan must be big. No problem, accept it first, and wait until they have any needs later. If you have any questions, continue to talk."

"When we entered the city, the students at Bailu Academy in Jinzhou Prefecture were making quite a fuss. A group of scholars came to the government office with their people to make trouble. They scolded them very unpleasantly. We couldn't beat them or scold them, so we had to punish them. They were also sent to prison. We don’t know how to deal with them, so please let the city lord show you."

Xu Zhenying sighed, "It would be great if Han Ruqing was here at this time. At least I can fight with these nerds for a while."

Qian Zhenniang wanted to ask what sex was, but she didn't have the time to ask.

It doesn't sound like a good word.

"Okay, they spray so hard all day, they must be exhausted. Drive them all to open up wasteland and see if they still have the energy to curse."

Ming Xiaoshuang immediately said: "City Lord, give me some scholars here on the breeding side. It just so happens that I don't have enough people who can write and do math!"

Xu Zhenying smiled and said, "Okay, let them choose whether to open up wasteland or raise pigs."

This move is somewhat damaging.

"The most difficult thing right now is that there are currently nine counties in Jinzhou Prefecture, plus Qianzhou..." Qian Zhenniang looked at Ming Xiaoshuang, and Ming Xiaoshuang immediately added, "Qianzhou has six counties. "

"There are fifteen counties in total. The arrangement of county magistrate selection is a big problem. We are currently sending people to notify the counties below to temporarily control the county magistrates, but this is not a long-term solution."

Qian Zhenniang paused for a moment, "If County Magistrate Xu is suspended for inspection within a short period of time, then we will only have Fang Xun and Wang Xingye to support us now, and our city will become larger, so many things will have to be arranged by dedicated personnel."

Xu Zhenying couldn't help but have a headache.

The Xu family was obviously very interested, and they were all gearing up. Huang Cui'e even wanted to mention Xu Huijia's name immediately, but Xu Dechi stopped her with her eyes.

Xu Zhenying turned a blind eye to the expressions of the Xu family, and turned to Qian Zhenniang and said, "Is there anyone you can recommend?"

Qian Zhenniang was already prepared. She took out the list that she and Xu Yinxi prepared in advance and spread it in front of Xu Zhenying, "City Lord, this is the list written by the barracks. They are all the top ten people with comprehensive scores. Their general personal situation is also At the back. The one at the back is from the intermediate class in Lan County with more outstanding results. There are forty people in total."