What's wrong with me, a powerful minister, supporting a few female officials?

Chapter 91: Finally, it's time to take action against the smuggled salt!
Today, the main character is Chen Qian, who is also Su Mo's elder.

He rightfully took the seat of honor.

Even though I was completely drunk last night, with bloodshot eyes.

At this moment, he was radiant and full of energy, and his two whiskers had been carefully trimmed, making him look several years younger!
Becoming an official was his dream, and serving in the military was his goal.

Chen Qian knew very well that he had no chance of becoming a court official, not even a minor official of no rank.

It's really possible for him to play in the regular season!
Twenty years!

Chen Qian had been thinking about this official position for a full twenty years!
My wish has finally come true today!
Upon seeing Su Mo return, Chen Qian immediately greeted her with a smile: "Mo'er, you're back!"

"Come and sit down quickly!"

"Today, thanks to your influence, I've finally become the head of this fast-paced class!"

Su Mo laughed and said, "How can you say it's because of my nephew's influence!"

"Third Uncle, you've worked diligently and conscientiously for the government for twenty years. It's only right that you become a head clerk in the government now!"

Zhong Sanyuan, being the most prominent among the guests, quickly replied with a smile, "What Su Ya said makes sense!"

"Everyone, do you think Brother Chen is the most qualified to be the head of the yamen?"

Lv Shan, the smiling tiger, immediately chimed in.

Luo Lie finally understood.

After all, Su Mo gave him a lot of face, and Zhou Meng even gave him the position of regular player.

He secretly rejoiced.

Fortunately, I didn't choose to confront Su Mo head-on, and fortunately, I chose the right side last time regarding Lady Chen.

Otherwise, all we'd have left is to search for our own bones in a mass grave!
Cao Sanjiang was so frightened that he fled Changping County overnight!
If I really offend this uncle and nephew to death.

Su Mo couldn't say.

That cunning old man Chen Qian probably wouldn't dare to kill Cao Sanjiang and Ma Shouren.

But I will definitely be ruthless to myself and leave no room for trouble!
Now, Su Mo has become the de facto second-in-command of Changping County, and the uncle and nephew wield immense power.

After Xue Shan was promoted and left.

The newly arrived magistrate was no match for these two foxes, one big and one small!
Ninety-nine percent of them will be sidelined.

Perhaps, in the future, the clerks and officials will be in charge of Changping County!
These constables naturally saw their salaries rise as well!

Luo Lie completely lowered his stance and began to flatter Chen Qian, his subordinate.

Chen Qian couldn't help but feel a little smug, but his mind was quite clear. He waved his hand and said, "Mo'er, don't flatter me by calling me uncle."

Even if Uncle is deceiving himself, everyone knows that Uncle is using your influence.

"However, we are uncle and nephew, so your power is my power. How could your uncle feel ashamed!"

He glanced at the crowd, his old face beaming, and chuckled, "Today, there isn't enough room for all the neighbors at my residence, so I've invited you all to my nephew's house!"

As he spoke, he turned to Zhong Sanyuan and said, "I, Chen Qian, owe my success today to the support of all the constables and the assistance of my colleagues."

"I will not say much; all my words are contained in this wine!"

As he spoke, he picked up the wine and drank it all in one gulp.

Zhong Sanyuan stood up and raised the ceramic bowl: "Although Su and Chen are two surnames, they are actually one family."

"A family with two yamen runners is truly a wonderful story!"

"The magistrate of Su is a man of great strength and honor, bringing great glory to our three classes of yamen runners!"

"Everyone, do you think we should offer Brother Chen and Su a bowl of wine?"

He turned to look at Su Mo, his expression becoming serious: "In the future, I hope Brother Su will take good care of this old constable!"

After saying that, he downed the wine in one gulp from the earthenware bowl!

The others naturally raised their bowls to congratulate Su Mo and Chen Qian!

Lu Shan and Luo Lie both cursed under their breath.

No wonder he became the chief constable.

That shamelessness is truly remarkable!
When it comes to praising his subordinates, he can do it without batting an eye or panting, with unparalleled smoothness. Even Lu Shan, the smiling tiger, would be ashamed of himself!

Not to be outdone, Lü Shan chuckled and said, "Although Su Ya is young, he is a role model for us old folks!"

"At the tender age of twenty, he was already a strongman in brocade robes; that's truly remarkable."

"I don't foresee that Su Ya will be promoted to captain within six months!"

Luo Lie laughed from the side, "With Su Ya's abilities, let alone the black-clad captain, I think he could even become the red-clad captain!"

Lü Shan nodded repeatedly: "Yes!"

"It's not that the junior officer can't consider it!"

Zhong Sanyuan coughed and said, "It's over! It's over!"

He glared at Lü Shan: "That's a high-ranking official of the seventh rank in the imperial court! There's a limit to how much you should flatter him!"

"In my opinion, Su Ya will definitely become a junior official within five years."

"Given time, becoming a ninth-rank inspector is not impossible!"

Chen Qian was greatly pleased, his face beaming: "On behalf of Mo'er, I would like to express my gratitude for your kind words!"

"Whether this kid can become a minor official in the future depends on the strong support of the three constables and all his colleagues!"

Zhong Sanyuan waved his hand: "Brother Chen, what are you saying!"

"The clerks are all the same. If Su Ya becomes an official in the imperial court, won't we benefit a lot?" "In the future, we will still be counting on Su Ya for help!"

Everyone flattered each other, and over drinks, they built closer relationships.

Su Mo disliked social engagements, and since her uncle was the main character today, she was too lazy to go over and steal her uncle's thunder, so she was happy to have some peace and quiet.

My uncle looked several years younger; his slightly hunched back straightened, and he was full of energy.

Su Mo then realized this.

My uncle's back wasn't actually hunched over; he just had to bend over because of the circumstances.

Now we can finally stand up straight again!
Aside from money and women, the only thing that matters when one becomes an official is upholding one's principles!

Everyone clinked glasses and drank, creating a lively atmosphere.

Su Mo quietly approached Chen Bao's side.

He whispered, "Uncle Chen, don't drink too much."

"After the banquet... I have something to discuss with you."

Chen Bao keenly noticed the "you" character!

A sudden thought struck me!
Previously, Su Mo addressed him with the formal "you" to show respect, which was normal.

But what is Su Mo's status now!

Why use the formal "you" so easily when speaking to strangers with whom you have no family ties!
The ancients had a clear grasp of the application of terms.

For example, women from humble families like Qin Bier and Chen Qianyu could only refer to themselves as "this humble servant."

Xue Yishu and Lin Moyin referred to themselves as "this concubine"!

Su Mo referred to himself as "young man" and even used the formal "you" (formal) to address himself?

Is it...

Is it...

Chen Bao suddenly became excited!
Can’t be wrong!

It must be that girl Qianyu who succeeded!
He swallowed hard and quickly whispered, "Don't worry, Magistrate Su!"

"I will definitely not get drunk and ruin important matters for the Su family!"

Su Mo nodded. At this moment, it was naturally inconvenient to say anything more.

Thanks to the slick and cunning clerk's deliberate flattery, the guests and hosts alike thoroughly enjoyed the banquet.

After the music ended and the crowd dispersed,

"Life is short, so enjoy it while you can," Chen Qian thought, and drank a great deal. Finally, he couldn't take it anymore, so he patted Su Mo's shoulder twice and then passed out completely drunk.

Su Mo instructed Zhang Si and Meng Bazi to escort his uncle back.

They then returned to the back room with Chen Bao.

But then they saw Qin Bier and an old woman who looked somewhat like Qin Rui clearing away the dishes.

Qin Rui had arrived earlier as well.

After all, he was one of Su Mo's henchmen; who would dare to look down on him?

He simply ate with other servants and white-collar workers in the front yard.

Su Mo nodded to Qin Bi'er: "Bi'er, is this the Qin family aunt you often mention to me?"

Qin Bier gave a soft "hmm," then her pretty face flushed slightly: "Auntie... he... he is Su Mo, my beloved."

The old woman hurriedly put down the bowls and chopsticks she was clearing and respectfully said to Su Mo, "Madam Zou greets Lord Su!"

"On behalf of that unfilial son, this old woman kowtows to thank you, Lord Su!"

As he spoke, he was about to kneel down.

Su Mo quickly helped Zou Shi up and said with a smile, "It was nothing, Madam Qin, there's no need for such formalities."

He turned to look at Qin Bier: "Where's Qianyu?"

Qin Bier nodded and said, "Sister Qianyu is feeling a little unwell, so I'll let her rest."

This statement came out.

Chen Bao's eyes lit up instantly.

Just as I expected!
That silly girl, she's always dabbling in knives and guns, she's never serious.

Unexpectedly, we still have to rely on her at this crucial moment!

Su Mo nodded and said to Qin Bier, "Go with your aunt to tidy up the front yard."

"Do not let any unauthorized persons enter this back hall."

Upon hearing this, Qin Bier knew that Su Mo had something important to discuss with Chen Bao, so she immediately left with Zou Shi.

Su Mo went to the backyard first and locked the side door.

Old Wang was nowhere to be seen in the courtyard; he must have returned to Xue Shan's place.

The White Tiger Pill was still fast asleep in the corner.

Back in the back room, Su Mo's expression turned serious.

He immediately asked, "Uncle Chen, how is the salt route being developed?"

Ahem, please don't be offended by the late update. As everyone knows, the author is a night owl, and I'll continue updating until midnight. Begging for monthly votes! Only five chapters left!
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