Zhang Xiaobao's original plan was to bring some local Yamen runners over, but after thinking about it, he felt that it was impossible. There would definitely be conflicts between the Yamen runners from both sides, which would make things difficult for his father. The local Yamen runners would feel that the new County Magistrate looked down on them, which would make things difficult for them.
After all, the local Yamen runners were the ones who knew the most about the local affairs. Those from outside would need some time to adapt to the local affairs. Li Xun's bodyguards would not have such concerns. Li Xun's bodyguards had a higher status, so the Yamen runners would only think that the new County Magistrate was capable.
As for the specific situation, there was no need to think about it now. He would think about it when he encountered something.
After some preparation, Zhang Zhong was about to take office. Originally, he wanted to bring his family with him. Zhang Xiaobao considered that the Yamen there would be very shabby and could not compare to Sanshui County. He planned to take a look at the situation with Wang Juan and his father first. After laying the foundation, he would let his family move there. At that time, Wang Juan's family would also move there.
He couldn't possibly let Wang Juan see her family all the time, right? There were also some farmers. If possible, he could also arrange for them to leave a person in charge here. Anyway, the two counties were close to each other. It wouldn't take more than a day for them to come over and take a look.
On the third day after Zhang Zhong returned to Zhuangzi, they set off. They drove a few carriages with some daily necessities on them. Most of them were gifts for the Yamen runners.
The population of Huayuan County was not less than that of Sanshui County. In fact, it was even more than that of Sanshui County. However, there were only 67 bailiffs in the whole Yamen. No wonder someone dared to stop a boat at the river. Try it in Sanshui County. As soon as you stopped a patrol boat, you would be scared to death.
Zhang Xiaobao prepared a bag of noodles, a bag of rice, a barrel of vegetable oil, two chickens, and some cucumbers for each of the 67 Yamen runners. Now, the cucumbers in the normal fields had not come out yet. He would first send these things to the Yamen runners to see their reaction.
If they knew how to be grateful and know how to know their place, then he would treat them well. Next time, he would send them fungus and tremella for their family to try.
If they took the things and still scolded the new county magistrate behind his back for not doing his job properly and always dragging things out, Zhang Xiaobao would let them know what it meant to be stupid.
Zhang Zhong sat in the carriage and put on his official robes. He had to go to the other side to get them. This was his first time being an official, and he was already a county magistrate. It wasn't a small position. He didn't count his previous position as an official. Other than being able to provide some food for his family, he didn't use it at all. The only thing it was useful for was to let the people from the inner court go out and say, "How's my manor?"
Zhang Zhong was recalling some of the things that County Magistrate Cheng had told him. County Magistrate Cheng had taught him step by step without hiding anything. He had told him everything he knew, including some techniques for solving cases and so on. It was all based on his experience.
For example, if you were to encounter some cases where you couldn't find the relevant information in the law, you could only rely on a certain one. If you didn't have a good relationship with them, who would teach you such a crucial thing? This was the ability to make a living.
"First, you have to accept the seal. Then, you will officially be in office. After that, you will have to solve cases in the Hall of Life? Who knows what kind of cases are waiting for you. Be careful. Brother Cheng had said that sometimes when a new county magistrate is in office, there will be people who will deliberately make things difficult for him. For example, the Zhang family's melons are planted in the Li family's garden and can't be taken out after they grow up in the jar.
Also, the Wang family's pigs are mixed up with the Song family's pigs and can't tell which one belongs to which one. All these can happen. Well, the former one should be soaked in salt water and the latter one should be starved. When the time comes, they will go home to eat. "
Zhang Zhong sat in the carriage and muttered. He was already prepared to face what was coming. He couldn't hide from it, so he could only grit his teeth and bear with it.
In fact, for officials like him who were sent out for the first time, they would start from the position of Registrar Official. The Registrar Official had fewer things to do and he didn't need to take on too much responsibility. He would only continue to be promoted after he had figured out the ropes. But Zhang Xiaobao couldn't wait any longer. The Registrar Official's authority was not as high as the County Magistrate's. He just needed to spend some money to get a position as a County Magistrate.
He was also a Rank 7 official. Originally, he could be promoted to Rank 6, but Zhang Xiaobao asked someone to suppress it. After all, Zhang Zhong had contributed a method to grow vegetables in winter and was also the top scorer in the Imperial Examinations. Giving him a Rank 6 official was not high. But Zhang Xiaobao knew that there was no such thing as a Rank 6 official.
Except for the two County Magistrates who were Rank 6 officials, the rest were all Rank 7 officials. Some County Magistrates were even Rank 8 officials. If they were Rank 6 officials, they would not be able to go out and be a County Magistrate. Rank 6 officials were usually civil servants who did some things in Beijing.
"Xiao Bao, can you tell me your original plan now? Why did you promote San Shui County to Shang County? Why did you tell me so many things about the child? "
Wang Juan and Zhang Xiaobao were also sitting in the same car. She was still thinking about that matter.
Zhang Xiaobao pretended to smile reservedly. After his face was pinched by Wang Juan, he said, "I promoted San Shui County for two reasons. First, our family's business needs more people. Second, I did it to show Huayuan County. When the time comes, my father can write a notice saying that he wants Huayuan County to be Shang County like San Shui County.
This is good. It can divert some of the people's attention. It can also give the people some hope. In the future, when my father does things in this name, the people will be willing to support him.
It is like an inauguration speech. At least, it can let the people know that he is a responsible official. Also, when they know that San Shui County was promoted by Zhangjia Zhuangzi and that the new County Magistrate is the head of the Zhang family, the people will naturally feel that this matter is reliable. If they can promote one county, they can promote another.
At the same time, the Deputy Secretary, the Deputy Magistrate, and the bailiffs will also know the benefits of being a Shang County. It can reduce some of the pressure on my father. Of course, maybe some people are too ambitious and want the position of County Magistrate. Then, they will have to rely on their own methods.
Once my father makes Huayuan County a Shang County and becomes an official in the capital, how can he not be a Vice Minister? He can sit in the Vice Minister position for a few more years. He can also sit in the Ministry of Revenue, Ministry of Appointments, and Ministry of Works. When he is familiar with them, he can become a Minister.
He can also sit in two different positions. My father is still young. He can't be promoted too quickly. After all these are done, he can compete for the position of Prime Minister. Without Li Linfu, can An Lushan sit in that position? Even if he is lucky, with my father holding the power in the court, we don't have to be afraid of living in the abyss of suffering for the rest of our lives. "
Wang Juan nodded as she listened. When Zhang Xiaobao finished, she said, "You are quite far-sighted. Do you think it will work?"
"How do I know if it will work? I can't not think about it, right? When the time comes, I will deal with it as I see it. Anyway, this is how the County Magistrate is now. "
Zhang Xiaobao was also not sure if his plan would succeed, but he had to work hard.
"I know. Xiao Bao, you are indeed not ordinary. What about the children?" Wang Juan asked again.
"Children? This is simple. It is to have my father specially train a few people like this to take care of the children. For example, setting up a nursery or something. Every family's children have to be taken care of by their own people. This will reduce the time to do other things. With a fixed place, a few people can take care of a group of children.
This will allow those with children to worry less. At the same time, it will also free up the labor force. We will pay for this. It won't cost too much, but we will gain many benefits. As long as it succeeds, then in the court, my father's method will be valued.
This is another contribution. It will give my father an additional layer of insurance when he enters the capital in the future as an assistant minister. The problem of children has always been a serious problem since ancient times, especially in an era where children are prone to die young. Whoever can make children live better lives will be respected. Children represent hope and the future. "
Zhang Xiaobao said this matter in one breath. Wang Juan listened and stared at Zhang Xiaobao's face.
She nodded and said, "Zhang Xiaobao, I have already admired you many times, but this time, I have to admire you again. You really have a long-term plan. Then, comrade Zhang Xiaobao, tell me about the other rings."
"What other rings?" Zhang Xiaobao was at a loss.
"Don't play dumb with me. Zhang Xiaobao's actions have always been linked. I don't believe that you will do things so simply. I want to know the other plans and arrangements. "
Wang Juan didn't buy Zhang Xiaobao's tricks at all. A person like Zhang Xiaobao couldn't be treated as a normal person. She had to be vigilant at all times. Even if it was a small matter, she had to think about what he was planning.
"Since you asked, then I will tell you a little bit. In fact, it was just an idea before, but now I have decided to stick to it."
Zhang Xiaobao finally said again. Wang Juan looked at Zhang Xiaobao with an expression of "sure enough."
"Well, if we gather all the children together, we will specially make some uniform clothes for them to wear. I have seen the children here. The style of the clothes they wear is monotonous. They even run back and forth naked. We will dress the children up and make them cuter.
He can sell clothes in the future. Every once in a while, when others learn to imitate, we will update it. At the same time, we will promote our brand. We will brand toys, clothes, and so on. The children will be used to our things from a young age. When they grow up, as long as they see the same brand of things, they will choose first.
I just thought of it because of the cotton. When the cotton comes out, we can ask the old man to plant more. When the time comes, we can make clothes for the children first. Pure cotton clothes are comfortable to wear. Before others react, we can have the advantage of time and make a lot of money in advance. "
Zhang Xiaobao voiced out his thoughts. Just like what he had said before, he was always able to discover things around him and then connect a few things together. He had just discovered Cotton Ball, so he came up with this plan.
Wang Juan shook her head. "I hope that Huayuan County's Department Registrar and County Deputy Magistrate know what is good for them. Otherwise, they will not know what kind of people they are facing. "
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