Be a small county magistrate in ancient times

From Zuo Datou's perspective, Xiao Wuzi is perfect in every way: intelligent, frugal, and a good person to live a good life. He also holds a temporary position in the county government and receives a monthly salary, making him an exceptional marriage prospect.

However, Meng Changqing saw it differently.

She judges people by their appearance first.

Xiao Wuzi was not tall or burly, but in terms of appearance, he and Shu Erhua were not a good match.

On the way from the county government office to Xinjie, Meng Changqing felt increasingly uneasy. Was it really a bad idea to meddle in this other people's business? What if Shu Erhua was forced to agree because he and Zuo Datou had spoken up for Xiao Wuzi? What would that make him?
But then I thought, if Shu Erhua were someone who would yield to official power, she would have married Qi Renli long ago.

With the shop of Shu Erhua just ahead, Meng Changqing quickly called out to Zuo Datou and whispered, "If you ask me to speak later, I won't say anything."

"Why?" Zuo Datou asked, puzzled.

How could he possibly understand Meng Changqing's roundabout thoughts?
“Just do as instructed,” Meng Changqing said.

There was nothing he could do; the other party was his superior, and he had no choice but to obey.

The two entered Shu Erhua's shop, which was not very busy at this time.

There are many food options in Xinjie, and she's not the only one making pastries, but Shu Erhua's business is still as good as ever. Her pastries taste good, are sweet and delicious, and with the improvement of living standards in Beishan County, more and more people are willing to spend money.

Seeing that it was Meng Changqing who brought people, Shu Erhua greeted them warmly, "Sir, what would you like to eat? The millet cake is still warm." As she spoke, she was about to take the cake out of the steamer.

Meng Changqing took out a few copper coins from his pocket and handed them over as he took the pastries.

Shu Erhua remained the same as always, not wanting Meng Changqing's money, but Meng Changqing also remained the same as always, not taking advantage of others.

"It's more worthwhile to take advantage of a big bargain." Meng Changqing called out to Shu Erhua, who was about to make tea, "Shopkeeper, don't be in such a hurry." "I need to see you at the county office. I just stopped by for a snack."

After Meng Changqing finished speaking, he took two steps back and sat down on a small stool in the corner.

This made Zuo Datou a little nervous.

Not to mention him, Shu Erhua was even more nervous. She didn't know what Zuo Datou's purpose was. She just thought that she had done something wrong and offended someone.

"Just let me know if you need anything." Shu Erhua stood in front of Zuo Datou, smiling obsequiously.

This was Zuo Datou's first time acting as a matchmaker, and he really didn't know how to start. He glanced at Meng Changqing beside him and thought to himself, "If you didn't come along, it would be easier for me to talk to you."

"Speak up," Meng Changqing urged.

"Oh, is that so?" Zuo Datou said with an awkward smile. "Look at you, you've been in Beishan County all these years, and you've been single ever since you left Luojia Village. Have you ever thought about finding someone again?"

Hearing this question, Shu Erhua's heart settled down. She replied to Zuo Datou in a polite and courteous tone, "I hadn't thought about it. Thank you for your concern."

He was immediately silenced before he could even open his mouth. Zuo Datou then looked at Meng Changqing. "Is millet cake really that delicious? Why isn't anyone saying anything in his defense? Is he the only one who can speak up? I should have asked someone else to help me."

"If only Bafang were still here," Zuo Datou thought to himself. Bafang was the best at making things up; if he were here, he would surely be able to convince everyone.

After racking his brains, Zuo Datou finally came up with this idea: "You run your business alone, and life is so hectic, it's normal that you hadn't thought about it before. But if you get married, you'll have someone to lend a hand no matter what you do, which is a good thing, isn't it?" (End of Chapter)