Be a small county magistrate in ancient times

Chapter 487: Mr. Hua asks you what you think
Meng Changqing didn't understand why her master was so scared?

It’s not that Meng Changqing believes in Ding Aixiu’s character, but the other party has been an official in the court for many years. There are so many officials like Liu Dexiang in the court. Ding Aixiu must have had connections with him in the past, so he shouldn’t be so afraid of him.

Meng Changqing was afraid that there was something she didn't know about.

"Master, are you determined to leave?" Meng Changqing asked unwillingly.

Although Ding Aixue's memorial had been sent to the Ministry of Personnel, it would take some time for Liangzhou to reach the capital, so there was still room for redemption. Moreover, even if it reached the Ministry of Personnel, it would be useless if Liu Dexiang agreed unless the Ministry of Personnel gave its approval.

Just look at what Ding Aixue means.

As long as he disagrees, Meng Changqing will do everything he can to help him.

But Ding Aixue looked into the distance and nodded, "I have made up my mind."

For a moment, Meng Changqing was speechless.

After staying overnight in Luojiang County, Meng Changqing got up early in the morning and rushed to Liangzhou City.

While Sun Xiang was not yet at the yamen, they blocked his door directly.

"Lord Meng." Sun Xiang was not surprised to see Meng Changqing.

"Is Lord Sun free now?" Meng Changqing, Bafang and others came down with breakfast in their hands.

"Please talk inside."

The house was still the same as before, and the layout was similar to what Bafang had described before.

After setting up his troops early, Bafang retreated and closed the door.

As soon as the door was closed, the room suddenly became dark, as if the sky, which had just brightened, had returned to night again.

"Lord Sun must know why I'm here."

Sun Xiang placed the freshly washed chopsticks in front of Meng Changqing and said, "Banfang came to see me yesterday. Lord Meng wanted to ask about taxation."

Meng Changqing then asked, "Does Lord Sun agree? Did you know about it beforehand?"

Sun Xiang sighed, "Before informing you, the prefect did not discuss this with me in advance. When he told me, he just said that he had discussed it with you and asked me not to say anything more."

The breakfast in front of them smelled fragrant, but the two had no appetite. Sun Xiang continued, "I can't change his decision by myself, but I know that all the gentlemen, especially you, Lord Meng, will definitely not agree. How can he say that the discussion is appropriate?" "The current taxes have already exhausted the people. If they are to be increased, how can the people of Liangzhou survive?" Meng Changqing approached Sun Xiang and whispered, "Lord Sun, are you willing to bring us, the county magistrates, to sue Liu Dexiang together?"

Speaking of appealing, Sun Xiang couldn't help but think of the incident when he appealed against Wei Fangyun and Meng Changqing.

If Wei Fangyun dared to sue, what would he not dare to do against Liu Dexiang?
"It is not right for the prefect to do this. As long as you all agree, I will report it to the court."

Thanks to Sun Xiang's words, Meng Changqing's trip was not in vain.

So after leaving Liangzhou Prefecture, Meng Changqing and Bafang split up into two groups. Meng Changqing returned to Beishan County, and Bafang went to Hongjia County to report the news to Lord Hua.

By the time Bafang returned to the county government office, it was almost dark.

"When I arrived, Lord Hua was talking to Mr. Wen." Bafang said, "Lord Hua also knew that Lord Ding was in mourning for his mother's death, and Lord Hua did not agree with Lord Ding's approach.

It was also mentioned that among the seven magistrates of Liangzhou, Lord Ding is missing. Should we appeal to Lord Mao?
Master Hua asked the young master what he thought.

"It's hard to say about Mao Chunfang." Meng Changqing was also unsure, "What do the other adults say?"

“Lord Hua thinks that this matter is beneficial to the people. Lord Mao may seem frivolous, but he also has great justice in his heart. We should tell him about this.

Lord Cao thought that they should avoid Lord Mao, as he believed that Lord Mao had a close personal relationship with the prefect, and telling Lord Mao would be the same as telling the prefect.

The two gentlemen are deadlocked over whether to bring in Lord Mao, and Lord Zeng and Lord Luo are also undecided, so Lord Hua asked me to come and ask your opinion."

"Ask me?" Meng Changqing said, "Lord Hua probably wants me to convince Lord Cao, but unfortunately I agree with Lord Cao."

"Then I will tell Lord Hua the truth?" Bafang was a little uncertain when he said this. After all, judging from the look on Meng Changqing's face, it seemed that he had something else to hide.

Meng Changqing shook his head, "It's hard to say, although I think Mao Chunfang is selfish and greedy, I can't say for sure that he can't be trusted.

It would take several county magistrates to join forces to appeal to Liu Dexiang, and it is reasonable for Lord Hua to want the more people the better..."

Bafang stepped forward and asked, "What does the young master mean?"

"Tell Master Hua what I said, that there are exactly five people who understand each other's intentions. Since we want to work together, we must ask everyone's opinion and take the majority decision. I, Meng Changqing, do not agree to join forces with Mao Chunfang."

Bafang nodded, "I will go report back to Master Hua right away."

"Wait." Meng Changqing stopped the man, "Take my warrant and walk over the city wall. Bring your weapons with you, be alert on the way, and pay attention to safety."