After the appointment, Su Yan dismissed the others and told them to familiarize themselves with government affairs as soon as possible so that they could achieve results as soon as possible.
Only he, Dian Wei, and Du Ji were left in the hall.
"My lord, this time, those corrupt officials and others have been punished, and you have appointed new officials. I think you should report the situation to the prefect's office.”
Du Ji cupped his hands and said.
Su Yan thought for a moment and said,"Currently, there is no one to take up the post of Zhuo County Mayor."”
"Then Milord should report this directly to the Prefecture Overseer. This way, they can understand the situation.”
Du Ji said.
"Alright, I'll leave this matter to you.”
"Here!"
Su Yan continued," After punishing those corrupt officials this time, their mansions were all confiscated. All the money inside was confiscated and put into the treasury of the county government. Hurry up and come up with a list of names."”
"I understand!"
Du Ji nodded.
"After this matter is over, I plan to reclaim farmland around Zhuo County and start recruiting soldiers!”
"There were more than 500 officers and soldiers in the county government before, but they were all old, weak, sick, and disabled. They were ruffians and hoodlums. They were not enough to form an army.”
"Then what does my lord plan to do?"
"Dian Wei!"
"Yes!"
"Go back to the military camp and take a good look at those people. Pick out the good seedlings and merge them with the two hundred elites. Then, move the military camp to White Bear Ridge.”
"As for those who are not qualified, all of them will be dismissed. If there are any who have a criminal record, arrest them and confiscate them.”
"Here!"
Dian Wei said seriously.
"Report!"
"Sir, the Zou family has sent a visiting card. They hope that you can attend the banquet tonight.”
At this moment, a servant ran in and said.
"I understand. You may leave."
"Here!"
After the servant left, Du Ji asked,"My Lord, the Zou family is hosting a banquet for you at this time. I think it should be related to the shop."”
"Oh? Tell me about it."
Su Yan's interest was piqued, and he gestured for Du Ji to continue.
Du Ji cleared his throat and said,"Previously, when those corrupt officials wreaked havoc in the county, their families took advantage of this opportunity to expand their shops wantonly and suppress other families.”
"Because the few aristocratic families don't have any officials in the Zhuo County government, their shops have always been ostracized and suppressed.”
"This time, those people have fallen. I think those aristocratic families want to use this opportunity to express their goodwill to you, my lord. They hope that you can give their shops some opportunities to develop.”
Su Yan nodded and said," You're right. That's what I thought too. This time, they invited me to a banquet because of the shop."”
"Then what does my lord mean?" Du Ji asked.
"Support one group, suppress another."
Su Yan said indifferently.
"The few aristocratic families all want to develop their shops, but the market in Zhuo County is only so big. It's impossible to give them all, or rather, give them a fair share.”
"Therefore, I need to choose a few obedient families from these families who will not do anything to harm the Zhuo County market and support them in their development.”
"As for those aristocratic families who don't get along with me and refuse to listen to my orders, I will constantly suppress them and let those who are obedient deal with those who are disobedient.”
"This way, the entire market will be balanced. When the time comes, the situation will be under my control, and Zhuo County will naturally be able to develop.”
Su Yan slowly said.
Du Ji nodded after listening and praised,"My lord, this is a good plan. This way, Zhuo County will definitely be safe.”
Waving his hand, Su Yan said,"When I'm not around, the Earls and Marquises have to pay more attention. I'll entrust these big and small matters to you."”
"Please rest assured, my lord!"
Du Ji nodded and left.
Su Yan looked at Dian Wei and said,"Pack up and follow me to the banquet tonight."”
"Here!"
..............
Time passed quickly, and it was soon night time.
Su Yan brought Dian Wei to the Zou Family Residence.
As usual, Zou Zhi and his men were guarding the entrance. When they saw Su Yan's carriage stop, they immediately walked over.
"Greetings, Magistrate!"
"Zou Family Head, please rise!"
"Sir, please!"
"Please!"
The group of people walked in, and Su Yan took the main seat.
Zou Zhi and the others did not show any dissatisfaction. Instead, they sat on the secondary seats to the side with a smile.
Things were different now.
Su Yan had eradicated the corrupt officials in Zhuo County, and he still had the army in his hands. He had also obtained the support of the people, and his prestige had reached its peak.
No one dared to offend him at this time.
"Sir, let me toast you!"
After a few toasts, Zou Zhi looked at Su Yan and suddenly said,"Sir, now that the bandits have been eliminated, when will the three hundred guards of the Zou family be returned?”
Su Yan raised his eyebrows and smiled." I almost forgot if you didn't mention it. Indeed, the thieves have been eliminated. Logically speaking, I should have returned it, but "
"But what?"
"The bandits have been eliminated this time, but what if there are more bandits in the future? I can't always borrow troops from Master Zou, right?”
"I also received news that the Wuhuan people in Liaoxi County are restless and seem to be planning to go south. How can I resist them when I don't have any soldiers?”
Su Yan spread his hands and pretended to be helpless when he said this.
"Then what do you mean?"
"I'm afraid that I can't return these 300 guards to the Zou Family Head for the time being. I'll have to wait until I recruit enough new soldiers before I can return them.”
Su Yan said helplessly, but in fact, the meaning in his words was clearly that he had written a blank check and did not intend to return it.
This made the other members of the Zou family gnash their teeth in anger, secretly cursing Su Yan for being shameless.
However, Zou Zhi was not angry at all. Instead, he cupped his hands and smiled.
"Since that's the case, then we'll leave the three hundred guards with Milord for now. When Milord recruits new soldiers, we'll return them.”
Su Yan was a little surprised by his answer. He did not expect Zou Zhi to be so tactful.
"In that case, thank you, Family Head Zou.”
Su Yan smiled and thanked him.
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