Be a small county magistrate in ancient times

Liu Dexiang scanned Meng Changqing from head to toe twice, "Master Meng is so determined, he wants to force this government to agree."

"How dare I?" Meng Changqing began to smile apologetically again.

Liu Dexiang laughed twice. "You said that the city wall of Beishan County is special. Then I want to ask you, how often are the city walls of Hongjia County and Weishan County repaired?"

"Your Excellency, it depends on the specific circumstances."

"At least they won't repair it this year." Liu Dexiang said, "Why is your Beishan County so special? Even more special than Weishan County?" He picked up the teacup but didn't drink the tea. "To put it bluntly, there is also a Yangmen County inside Beishan County. Before your Beishan County wall was built, Liangzhou was still doing well. Did the Yan army move any further inside?"

What a pity it is to say this.

Meng Changqing thought, it would be great if Chu Mufeng could also hear it. I wonder how effective it would be after she relayed it?

"Your Excellency doesn't know this." Meng Changqing explained, "Before the Beishan County wall was built, the Yan army invaded for years. Although they never broke through the Yangmen County wall, the Daliang soldiers suffered heavy casualties in order to meet the enemy.

Since the construction of the Beishan County city wall, the Yan army has never invaded again. Occasionally, there were wild men with bad intentions, but they were blocked outside by the city wall.

It can be seen that having this wall is far better than not having it.

Moreover, within the walls of Beishan County are the people of the entire county, with a population of tens of thousands. If we only follow the rules, and say something unfortunate, if there is a flaw in the wall, it will pose a threat to the people, and let this land that was finally recovered from Daliang fall into the tiger's mouth again, how can I be worthy of the people? How can I be worthy of the court?"

The expression on Liu Dexiang's face changed several times. "Lord Meng is very good at talking. After all, he is a person from the capital."

"I was in a hurry, please don't blame me."

"Lord Meng is devoted to the people and the court. How can I blame him?" Liu Dexiang took a sip of tea, put down the teacup, and leaned back. "In that case, I will approve the maintenance and repair of the city wall of Beishan County. However, Lord Meng is probably more aware of one thing than I am. The government treasury cannot afford to repair the city wall." Meng Changqing said, "Lord, the official document clearly states the amount of silver required for each expenditure. You can send someone to verify it. I have never written more than one ounce."

"Mr. Meng, you are too suspicious. There are some things that I have not said." Liu Dexiang showed a look of confidence on his face, as if Meng Changqing had revealed something and he was about to catch him. "You know how true the number you wrote is. I will not investigate you.

How much silver is in the treasury? You have been in Liangzhou for a few years, so you should know it clearly. How much tax can a place like this collect? How much is the annual expenditure? These are all things that are obvious to you. Even if you don't look at the account book, you should know it.

You are young, and this government has taken good care of you. You said that the court rules cannot be obeyed completely, and this government has let you do as you please. But this government cannot create something that does not exist.

You should go back and figure it out yourself."

"Sir." Meng Changqing's expression was sincere. "The repair of the border wall can be said to be the top priority of the court. I think the Ministry of Revenue has reserved this amount of money. Please report it to the court."

Liu Dexiang's face looked very unhappy, with the expression "You are too ignorant" clearly written on his face. "I have only been in office for a short time, how can I justify asking the court for money now?

Lord Meng, don't just think about yourself when you do things.

Well, that's all I have to say. Sir Meng, you don't need to waste any more time here in this mansion. Please go back."

As soon as these words came out, the old servant beside him immediately stood in front of Meng Changqing and gestured outside, "Sir, please go back."

Meng Changqing looked at Liu Dexiang again, but he had already turned his back. (End of this chapter)