Be a small county magistrate in ancient times

Chapter 706 He really did the right thing.

The Crown Prince snatched the letter from Chen Xingqi's hand and, ignoring what Chen Xingqi was saying, began to read it himself.

After reading it, without even considering whether the letter was addressed to him, he took it and asked Chen Xingqi, "Why didn't you mention me at all?"

Chen Xingqi still had to cover for Meng Changqing, saying, "He probably didn't dare to write it down because he was afraid that someone with ulterior motives would make a fuss about it."

Whether the Crown Prince believed it or not, he read the letter again before returning it to Chen Xingqi, saying, "It seems he's been living too carefree in Beishan County and has forgotten about me."

Chen Xingqi understood the Crown Prince very well. Even though he complained about Meng Changqing, the fact that he still mentioned him showed that he still cared about Meng Changqing.

He brought the letter over and asked, and it turned out he had indeed done the right thing.

Chen Xingqi naturally hoped that the Crown Prince and Meng Changqing would maintain a close relationship. Meng Changqing did not have much family background, and the Crown Prince would not infringe on his interests if he had someone like him by his side.

Of course, from a personal perspective, he also hoped that the Crown Prince would be surrounded by people who had a good relationship with him, Chen Xingqi.

“Since he specifically wrote to ask you to take care of Laicai and Bafang, you shouldn’t take it lightly,” the Crown Prince said. “Meng Changqing wasn’t exactly a peaceful person in the capital before. There are quite a few people who want to see him make a fool of himself. He might be plotting against Laicai and Bafang. If you have any problems that you can’t handle, come directly to me.”

Chen Xingqi nodded, "Yes. I just received the letter and went to the Meng family. Those two are locked up at home studying, so I guess no one knows they're back."

The Crown Prince took two steps to the side, getting closer to Chen Xingqi. "When you reply to him, ask him why that magistrate of Liangzhou died." After thinking for a moment, he added, "Never mind, it's better not to ask."

Chen Xingqi waited for the Crown Prince to say next.

The Crown Prince said, "Ask him how he's doing in Beishan County? Does he still want to return to the capital?"

Chen Xingqi was about to nod when the Crown Prince said again, "Never mind, don't ask. Just say I'm worried about him and that he should take care of himself." "Yes."

Meanwhile, Meng Changqing, far away in Beishan County, was busy in the fields. Of course, she had it much easier than the other farmers, as she was checking on the grain harvest in different areas.

Based on the areas she has inspected so far, the yield is roughly the same as the predicted yield reported by Xi Dong.

This year, the weather has been good, and the people have more energy to tend to their fields day and night. As a result, both millet and beans have yielded higher harvests than last year.

The wheat harvest from the trial planting in Guantian was also quite good.

Meng Changqing plans to distribute wheat seeds next year, giving those who are willing to grow crops another option besides millet.

She was talking about this with Xidong when she suddenly heard Mancang calling her from behind.

Meng Changqing looked in the direction of the sound and saw someone riding a horse approaching and dismounting.

If Mancang was looking for her, it must be something to do with his family. After instructing Xidong to make a note of it, she quickly headed towards Mancang's location.

"What is it?" Meng Changqing asked. It wasn't anything important; she'd definitely tell him when she got home that evening.

"Uncle Liu and the others are leaving. Madam wants you to go with Brother Dai to see them off."

"Alright, I'll head back now." Meng Changqing looked at Mancang's noticeably thinner figure and thought to himself that it was all thanks to his master's help. After two months of training, he could ride a horse, drive a cart, draw a bow and arrow, and even wield a sword. Most importantly, he didn't look as bloated as before.

The two rode back to the county government office, and Meng Changqing quickly changed his clothes to go find Xiao Dai.