Being scolded as a poor widow, I relied on supernatural powers to counterattack in ancient times

The Mu clan has occupied the court for decades, and no matter how fierce the partisanship is, it has never shaken their position.

After sitting in that position for a long time, some people regarded him as their own and dealt with him as they pleased.

But the most taboo thing for officials is that the power between the clans is too large and affects the situation in the court. However, the clans have profound heritage, are not fully sure, and cannot be easily shaken.

Therefore, the annual scientific examination is the best time for officials to select talents to add fresh blood to the court and balance the situation of the court.

However, due to the restriction of family background, the scholars from poor families had no support behind them. This was also an opportunity for the clan to attract talents.

Many people rely on the power of the clan to gain a foothold in the court, and eventually become the mouthpiece of the clan.

Before and after the results were released, he was also invited to attend many banquets, and many people extended olive branches to him.

Before entering the capital, his father-in-law had talked to him and told him about the chaos in the court and the feud between the families.

As a member of a poor family, he can only be a disciple of the emperor and cannot be attached to any clan in order to survive for a long time.Otherwise, they can only become pawns for the clan to fight against the imperial court.

Shuyuan looked at his master's silent back, extremely anxious. The master encountered obstacles one after another and was in many dangers. It has been more than half a month since he arrived here from Fucheng. He still has no clue about the private salt matter. Needless to think, the master must be Anxious.

He wanted to persuade, but didn't know how to speak. He subconsciously looked at Cheng Qian and Cheng Ye.

Cheng Qian and Cheng Ye looked at each other and hid quietly in the dark, waiting for their master to give orders. It was their duty to protect their master as secret guards. As for the master's comfort, they would not and had no turn to speak.

Xiao Wu came back to his senses, looked at Shuyuan scratching his head, and curled the corners of his lips.

"Okay, it's getting late, it's time to rest."

I have to deal with those boring people tomorrow morning, which is a waste of energy and energy.

Two nights later,

Xiaowu read through the account books and just sat down to drink tea when Wenyou's figure appeared under the window.

After ducking into the room, Xiao Wu had already refilled the tea for him, "Sister Wen, sit down and talk."

"The Hongxing Gang is behind the Cao Gang. It's so powerful that you may not be able to move it."

Wenyou stood in front of him and looked at him condescendingly.

Touching those calm eyes, Wenyou raised her eyebrows, sat down, picked up the water and drank it.

"The Cao Gang is not only a private gang, but also cooperates with the government in many cases. The forces behind it cannot be underestimated. If you fight against them alone, you will be fighting against a rock."

"I have been following Gang Leader Wang for the past two days, and the one I contacted with him was a Deputy Gang Leader of Cao Gang. The two of them have a close relationship... Moreover, from the conversation between the two, I think the Deputy Cao who is in contact with you The gang leader should have encountered something unexpected."

"There was indeed a disagreement within them a while ago, and it was very unpleasant. Moreover, many people in the Hongxing Gang supported the deputy gang leader Cao Jian. For this reason, Gang Leader Wang was annoyed. But the person who took action was the Cao Gang. The specific reason is not clear yet, but Cao Jian is more likely to be in trouble than in danger."

Listening to the news brought by Wenyou, Xiao Wu was also surprised that the Cao Gang was involved.
The water was really deep.

In this way, he was even more certain that if he could get the Cao Gang to stop him, the people behind him must be officials.

"In the past two days, I checked the salt well production accounts again, and there are no errors. But the number and working hours of the workers at the salt well show that the output is far higher than what is shown in the books."

Xiao Wu held the tea bowl and thought for a long time.

"Sister Wen, I want to go to the black market. Maybe I can find a breakthrough there."

After hearing Xiao Wu's plan, Wen You was stunned for a moment and shook her head.

"The black market is too dangerous for you." The black market literally means that there is no royal law. All the rules are customized by the black market owner. People who enter must abide by the rules.

Anyone who wants to cause trouble will not end well.

Of course, the things sold inside are all shady. The black marketeers only deal with the transactions and take commissions, but don't care about anything else.

"The illegal activities involve too many areas. With your current ability, I'm afraid it will be difficult to find out. Even if you catch a few ringleaders, it will be difficult to uproot them."

"A strong dragon will not overwhelm a local snake. Sister Wen, don't worry. I am self-aware. I just want to tell some people that although my abilities are limited, I am not someone who can step on me if I want."

In the past two days, he has not gone out in the hotel. The county government will send people to chat with him every day. It is called asking if he needs to make other arrangements for food, clothing, housing and transportation. In fact, they are monitoring him, fearing that he will leave these people. The line of sight is difficult to control.

Xiao Wu curled his lips,
"It's dark and cold, and I'm worried a lot. I'm afraid my body won't last long. I guess I should see a doctor tomorrow."

Listening to Xiao Wu's mocking tone, Wenyou looked at him quietly,
Early the next morning, there was a cough, and then Shuyuan anxiously ordered someone to call a doctor.

When the county government got the news and came to visit, the yard was already filled with the smell of bitter medicine soup.

"Bai Zhizhou, why did you catch a cold overnight?"

"I couldn't sleep last night. I stood in front of the window for a while. Unexpectedly, I caught the wind. In the end, my body was not good enough."

Xiao Wu said, covering his mouth with a handkerchief and coughing again.

"I'd be happy for Magistrate Liu to come and visit me."

"It's all as it should be. When Lord Zhizhou comes to inspect Liang County, we should accompany him and cooperate as much as possible."

Seeing Xiao Wu's face turn red when he coughed, Magistrate Liu silently took two steps back, cleared his throat and sighed,
"After all, he is a scholar and his body and bones are weak. You should take good care of me. If you need anything, just tell your subordinates and I will work hard."

"Thank you for your concern, Mr. Liu. I have already asked the doctor to prescribe medicine. Maybe it will be better in three to five days."

"That makes sense. You young man recovers quickly. I wish you a speedy recovery. I'll take my leave. You don't have to worry about lunch. I'll send someone to bring it to you."

"Well then, Shuyuan, please see Master Liu off for me."

"No, no, I will leave on my own, my lord, and I will take good care of myself."

Seeing Magistrate Liu leading the people away, Shu Yuan curled his lips, turned around and came in.
"Master, they have left."

Xiao Wu leaned on the soft cushion, wiped the sweat from his forehead with a handkerchief, looked behind the screen,

"Sister Wen is so good that even the doctor can't find anything unusual."

Wenyou walked out, looked at Xiao Wu, whose face was red, and twitched the corner of her mouth.
"It's easy to use acupuncture points to change the pulse."

When Lord Zhizhou fell ill, Magistrate Liu was very concerned. He personally brought people over at noon to deliver meals and chatted with him for a few words before leaving.

The same is true at night.

"Master Liu, you don't have to work so hard, just send your servants to deliver food."

"It's not hard work or hard work, it's all what a lower official should do."

The next morning, Xiao Wu drank the meat porridge in front of him and looked at Magistrate Liu gratefully.

"It's hard work, Mr. Liu, running around every day."