The first county magistrate in history

Chapter 121 Impeccable

Prime Minister's House.

After Qu Zhengzhuo finished his report, he said worriedly, "Sir, I'm worried that Qin Zheng and His Majesty are colluding to liquidate the property again."

He is Xia Bitu's brother-in-law, but he is also Xia Bitu's disciple. Even in private, he has to address him as "Sir"!

Xia Bitu hesitated for a moment and said, "No!"

Qu Zhengzhuo was stunned. "Sir, I'm a dull student. Why can't I do this? Wouldn't it be possible to confiscate more money by doing this?"

Xia Bitu said firmly, "If Qin Zheng wanted to raid your property, he wouldn't have gone to such lengths. He's afraid of causing a stir in the court. But he'll definitely have another move, one after another. From now on, the wealth you hold will only dwindle."

Qu Zhengzhuo's expression changed: "Sir, what else will he do?"

"I don't know, but I'm sure he will strike again!" said Xia Bitu.

Suddenly he looked at Qu Zhengzhuo and said, "Why would you leave so much wealth behind? You're already a first-rank official. Do you still want to be prime minister?"

Qu Zhengzhuo was horrified, sweat pouring down his face, and fell to his knees: "Students don't dare!"

Xia Bitu said expressionlessly, "You can't defeat Qin Zheng. Losing money to avoid disaster and going with the flow is the best strategy. There are some things you can do, and some things you can't! That's all I have to say. Go ahead!"

"Yes! The student will leave!" Qu Zhengzhuo stepped out.

When he returned to the carriage, Qu Zhengzhuo was already sweating profusely.

He understood that the Prime Minister wanted to reduce his wealth.

Because the more wealth he has, the more of a threat he poses to the prime minister's position.

At this time, Xia Bitu's brows were tightly furrowed.

Qin Zheng's moves were too fast, always catching people off guard, and he was a little flustered.

This cannot continue.

The initiative cannot be entirely in Qin Zheng's hands.

I am too passive!

Although he is cautious in every step, others will feel that he is constantly making concessions.

After a long time, people's hearts will be scattered.

"Foster father!" Xia Jinzhong walked in. "I just got the news that Zhang Shaoyong, the captain of the Yihui Army, just went to the Junior Tutor's Mansion."

Xia Bitu looked at Xia Jinzhong, meaning, is this just a small matter, is it worth reporting to me?

Xia Jinzhong quickly said, "This time, the Yihui Army was responsible for supervising the transportation of military equipment to the northern border. As soon as he returned to the city, Zhang Shaoyong went to the Shao Shi Mansion."

Xia Bitu's expression changed: "Leaked?"

Xia Jinzhong shook his head. "I'm not sure! But, I just found out that Zhang Shaoyong's classmate, Sun Tiezhu, the Deputy Director of the Armory Department, was reported by Li Chengde, the Imperial Medical Officer, and has been thrown in jail."

"How is it related to Qin Zheng again?" Xia Bitu frowned and paced around the room.

He is now a little afraid that Qin Zheng will take action.

After a long while, he said, "It must have leaked!"

Xia Jinzhong's expression changed: "Should we inform the King of the Northern Territory?"

Xia Bitu's brows were still furrowed. "What can he do if he finds out? Destroy the weapons? If His Majesty sends someone to investigate, how will he make up for it? Will Qin Zheng give him enough time to do so?"

Xia Jinzhong broke out in a sweat. Indeed, with Qin Zheng's wisdom, he would have probably taken action by now.

Xia Bitu suddenly stopped and said, "Jinzhong, you should handle this matter yourself."

Xia Jinzhong was startled: "Me?"

Xia Bitu nodded. "Now that things have come to this, I can no longer keep my position as the Imperial Guards Commander of the Armory. Instead of giving this achievement to Qin Zheng, why not take it as a political achievement?"

Xia Jinzhong immediately understood, but asked: "Will the King of the Northern Territory doubt my adoptive father?"

Xia Bitu nodded: "No, he's not a fool. If you issue the doctor's order, he will definitely get the news and find some scapegoats!"

Suddenly he was stunned: "It's broken!"

Xia Jinzhong was startled: "What's wrong, godfather?"

Xia Bitu's expression turned grim: "Is Cheng Lanzhou also involved in this?"

Xia Jinzhong nodded: "He has always been in charge in secret..."

Suddenly, he realized something and his expression changed drastically: "Qin Zheng's target is Cheng Lanzhou?"

Xia Bitu nodded: "Notify Cheng Lanzhou immediately, and escape as quickly as possible. I can't save him!"

"Yes!" Xia Jinzhong left in a hurry.

Xia Bitu started to circle around in the room again. He wanted to attack Qin Zheng, but Qin Zheng's moves came one after another. He had no chance to attack at all and could only be led by the nose.

Xia Bitu was very depressed. "You little monkey, can't I, an old fox, beat you?"

Suddenly he laughed again.

Although Qin Zheng cheated him a lot, he also gave him some compensation.

For example, win-win cooperation.

Xia Bitu felt a mixture of hatred, love and helplessness towards Qin Zheng.

Only at this moment did he realize that when he really wanted to attack Qin Zheng, this guy was actually invulnerable!

At this moment, Xia Bitu was inspired to fight by Qin Zheng.

He just doesn't believe that the old fox can't beat the monkey!

The palace, the bedroom!

Xia Mochu had a headache and was just about to take a rest when Qin Zheng came.

After listening to Qin Zheng’s report.

Empress Xia Mochu's pretty face was filled with anger: "The national treasury is empty, and I have to tighten my belt, but they are enriching themselves, using any means necessary. Their crimes are heinous!"

Qin Zheng advised, "It's already like this. You can't just kill them all. Can you support the entire court by yourself? Although they are corrupt, they haven't neglected their work. Although there are those who neglect their duties, those who abuse their power for personal gain, and those who abuse their power for personal gain, after all, the Daqian Dynasty is still peaceful."

Xia Mochu glared at Qin Zheng and said angrily, "You want me to tolerate this traitor?"

Qin Zheng smiled and said, "Not really. They are like carriages. Although they are always breaking down, they are still running and can still run! If a carriage can still run, in order to avoid delaying the journey, it can only replace the damaged parts one by one, rather than stopping for major repairs. Unless it is absolutely necessary!"

Xia Mochu understood.

He looked at Qin Zheng deeply.

What this guy said makes sense!

"However, there is still a huge funding gap for building North City!" Xia Mochu said.

She can now communicate with Qin Zheng using new words such as funds.

Qin Zheng nodded: "So, I plan to hold a birthday party in a few days."

"Haha!" Xia Mochu couldn't help laughing.

She heard the word "birthday" from her sister and knew that Qin Zheng was going to hold a birthday party.

"You're so smart! It's understandable if you celebrate your birthday when you're older. But how old are you, and you're holding a birthday banquet? Who of those old ministers would go? Even if they do, how much money can you raise?" Xia Mochu didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

Qin Zheng was helpless: "However we can raise, let's just take it. It's better than having nothing at all."

Xia Mochu was also helpless: "Should I hold one too?"

"Don't!" Qin Zheng hurriedly stopped him, "Your Majesty is the ruler of a country. Your birthday must be celebrated by everyone. It's a waste of money and effort!"

Xia Mochu nodded: "Although what you said is unpleasant, it is true."

"When will the Hongtong County construction team and teachers arrive?" Xia Mochu asked. She was getting anxious waiting.

"It's almost there. There have been heavy rains in the north recently, and the roads are difficult to travel on!" Qin Zheng said, "Your Majesty, the construction of the department store and its infrastructure requires a mineral material called cement. I ask Your Majesty's permission to send someone to search for this mineral."

Xia Mochu suddenly remembered: "Is this the material used for the asphalt road in Hongtong County?"

Qin Zheng nodded: "Yes!"

Xia Mochu: "Okay. But the mining rights are mine!"

Qin Zheng: “…”

Xia Mochu suddenly looked at Qin Zheng meaningfully.

Qin Zheng's heart skipped a beat. Oh no, the empress must have discovered the flaw!