"Si Tong's actions are truly benevolent and righteous! Not only did they help the army solve their biggest problem, they also indirectly ensured the safety of our old capital. At least everyone doesn't have to worry about being attacked by foreign enemies and can be assured of their own safety. "
Pang Xiao was quite moved when he said this. "In today's world, there aren't many people who are as benevolent and righteous as Si Tong! If it were someone else, wouldn't they announce their good deeds to the whole world? But Si Tong is different. They do good deeds in a low-key manner and don't want to announce their good deeds. They only do what they can for everyone in silence. This King is really touched by their spirit. "
Pang Xiao shook his head and sighed. His words were full of emotion. When the people around saw this, they couldn't help but sigh.
"I didn't expect there to be such good people in the world."
"Yes, it's a pity that we are a bunch of poor people. Otherwise, we would definitely buy Si Tong's products."
"You don't know, right? Si Tong has everything. Even when we go on a boat, the name of Si Tong is engraved on the oars! "
"You're boasting again. You can't read, how can you recognize the name of Si Tong?"
"I heard it from someone. It can't be wrong!"
…
Everyone was discussing. Everyone gave Si Tong a thumbs up for doing good deeds in a low-key manner.
Pang Xiao saw everyone praising Si Tong and gave them enough time to discuss. He then said in a clear voice, "Si Tong is benevolent and righteous. They have the country and people in their hearts. But our army owes Si Tong money. Are we not going to pay it back?"
His words attracted everyone's attention back to him.
Pang Xiao said with full vigor, "No matter how benevolent they are, we can't let them take out money for nothing. Three million taels of silver is not a small amount. Shopkeeper Liu of Si Tong went to complain tearfully to This King. They almost couldn't pass the New Year this year. They spent three million taels of silver and still haven't paid it back. Although This King is new to the post of Marshal, he still felt very apologetic.
"Today, This King will say it here! This money must be paid back. We won't let Si Tong, who is a kind merchant, suffer! If you can't, then you are an incompetent official! "
As soon as this was said, the people cheered and praised Pang Xiao's responsible behavior.
Because his words had already made it clear that this money was not borrowed by Pang Zhixi, but owed by the previous Pang Zhixi before he took office. This matter had nothing to do with him.
But after he took office, he still shouldered this responsibility without hesitation and gave Four-Channel a promise.
Pang Xiao's image in the eyes of the common people had been raised by such a straightforward and responsible way of doing things. This was especially true for those refugees who had witnessed Pang Xiao punishing Historian Gao. At this moment, the name of God of War Wang Ye was deeply ingrained in their hearts.
The people cheered and praised Pang Xiao's actions.
The passers-by in the private rooms were all shocked, as if they had been struck by lightning.
Yuchi Yan clenched his fists tightly. His face was flushed with shock and anger.
Who would have thought that Pang Xiao would act so unconventionally!
Would a normal person know that there was a trap in front of them, and still step into it without hesitation?
Pang Xiao was clearly not the one who had borrowed the money, but now he had to pay it back. Moreover, three million taels of silver was not a small sum of three or two copper coins. Where did he get the confidence to make such bold claims in front of everyone?
Was he not afraid that if he couldn't take out the money in the future, people would remember what he said today and criticize him?
Or was it that Pang Xiao already had three million taels of silver in his hands, and now he was shouting just to make a name for himself?
However, even if he had the money, was three million taels of silver something that he could casually take out to fill a hole for others?
Yuchi Yan didn't understand Pang Xiao's actions. He really didn't understand!
Yuchi Yan couldn't help but curse out in a low voice, "You're really sick!"
Hearing this, Gu Shixiong looked at Yuchi Yan and shook his head. He couldn't help but sigh in his heart.
If Yuchi Yan had half of Pang Xiao's skill and political brain, he wouldn't have to worry about these court affairs at such an old age.
"Wang Ye, this is precisely where Prince Zhongshun's brilliance lies." Gu Shixiong sighed and said, "If he completely ignores the matter, isn't he afraid that the Four-Way Signal will spread the news that the army general owes money and doesn't pay it back?"
Yuchi Yan was speechless. Thinking carefully, this was indeed the case. Even if he lost a bit, it was worth it for someone like Pang Xiao if he didn't have to bear the infamy.
However, to be able to take out three million taels of silver in one go was enough to prove Pang Xiao's financial resources and courage.
Gu Shixiong saw the change in Yuchi Yan's expression and knew that he must have misunderstood. He said helplessly, "Wang Ye, don't tell me you think that Pang Zhixi will pay the debt out of his own pocket?"
"Isn't that the case?" Yuchi Yan asked in surprise and confusion.
Gu Shixiong had the urge to facepalm. Even his voice became a bit weak.
"He must have thought of other ways to get money in advance. Either he can get this huge sum of money, or he has a way to make the Four-Way Signal unable to ask for money. In short, Pang Zhixi definitely won't take out such a sum of money to cover the hole.
"He is the army general. If he falls into a trap this time and has no choice but to pay out of his own pocket, then in the future, if he encounters such a situation again, there will be people who will make him suffer. After a long time, won't no amount of money be enough?
"People are selfish. Maybe when he is not willing to pay, people will say that he is not willing to contribute to the country and Li Qitian will complain about him."
Gu Shixiong's voice was very gentle when he said this. He was already using his greatest patience.
He was already at this age. If he couldn't teach Yuchi Yan well before he died, his final dream in this life would not be considered complete.
However, Yuchi Yan didn't understand. At least, he hadn't thought it through yet.
Sure enough, just as Yuchi Yan and Gu Shixiong were talking, Pang Xiao had already spoken in a clear voice again.
"Magistrate Yang is here, right?" He looked directly at the window on the second floor of the restaurant.
From Yuchi Yan's angle, what he saw was Pang Xiao looking in his direction.
Just as Yuchi Yan was surprised, all the people had already looked in the direction of Pang Xiao's sight.
In the private room next to Yuchi Yan's, Qiu Feishan glanced at Magistrate Yang with a faint smile and said, "You'd better show up. If you insist on not showing up now, people will definitely say that you are a coward in order to avoid responsibility."
Magistrate Yang's forehead was throbbing.
The feeling of stepping into a trap when he knew it was really not good.
But as Qiu Feishan said, could he be a coward? If he really did that, how could he establish his authority in the old capital in the future?
Magistrate Yang gritted his teeth and had to stand up. He walked to an angle where people outside couldn't see Qiu Feishan and opened the window.
The people outside immediately saw Magistrate Yang's figure.
Because Magistrate Yang had agreed to the people's conditions last time, everyone thought that Magistrate Yang was a very good official who worked for the people. So at this time, everyone looked at him with eyes full of expectation and admiration.
Seeing this, Magistrate Yang could only squeeze out a smile and salute, "How did Wang Ye know that I'm here?"
Pang Xiao returned the salute and shouted across the crowd, "Magistrate Yang cares about the people. What's more, you must have known that This King wants to talk to the people. Why didn't you come, Magistrate Yang?"
Without giving Magistrate Yang time to react, Pang Xiao said again, "Folks! Magistrate Yang is here today. This King will give an explanation in front of everyone. "
He looked directly at Magistrate Yang and ordered, "Magistrate Yang, This King gives you three months to return the three million taels of silver to Sitong. If you can't return it, you don't have to be a magistrate anymore. "
Magistrate Yang was so angry that he almost fell down.
At first, when he heard Pang Xiao's words, he thought that Pang Xiao wanted to pay the money himself. He was just waiting to see how Pang Xiao would cover up this lie.
Who would have thought that this shameless guy actually asked him to pay the money!
Magistrate Yang almost scolded him on the spot.
But downstairs, many pairs of eyes were looking at him expectantly. Magistrate Yang was now tied to the high platform of morality. As long as he still wanted to maintain his reputation and continue to be an official here, he couldn't shake his head now.
Because the army had always been a sharp weapon for war. It wasn't something that could be produced. Your Majesty ordered the army to raise their own salaries and pay. He wanted the local government to pay for it. This was reasonable and legal, a matter of course.
But there was no tax in the old capital!
"Wang Ye …" Magistrate Yang opened his mouth. His throat was very dry.
But in the next moment, Pang Xiao's actions made Magistrate Yang so angry that his nose was crooked.
Pang Xiao actually cupped his hands to the people and left with his men!
This guy threw such a big black pot to him, and then patted his butt and left!
Magistrate Yang gritted his teeth. For a moment, he couldn't understand how there could be such a shameless person in the world. How could he call himself a hero? He didn't even give him a chance to decline!
Magistrate Yang cupped his hands to the people who were full of admiration and forced himself to show a gentle smile to appease them.
Qin Yining watched the whole thing from the horse carriage. On the way back to the mansion, the smile on the corner of her mouth didn't fade.
She helped Pang Xiao come up with an idea, but she didn't expect Pang Xiao to be so interesting. He handled the matter so well that she, who knew about it, laughed all the way.
When she thought of Magistrate Yang's forced smile after being bullied, Qin Yining couldn't help but laugh again.
When they arrived at the entrance of the Qin Mansion, Pang Xiao had been waiting for Qin Yining for a long time.
Seeing that she had returned, Pang Xiao came forward to replace Bing Tang and Ji Yun. He helped Qin Yining out of the carriage.
"Why are you laughing like that? Is it that funny? "Pang Xiao tapped Qin Yining's forehead lightly.
Qin Yining nodded. "You didn't see Magistrate Yang's face. Every time I think of how he once schemed against you, but now he is trapped by your open scheme and can't fight back, I want to laugh."
Conspiracies were important, but the most interesting thing was still an open conspiracy. It was obvious that you were telling the other party, but you used your strength to crush them. Only then would you feel a sense of accomplishment.
When the two entered the mansion, Pang Xiao held Qin Yining's small and fair hand with his large hand. He smiled and said, "He won't let this go. I think he'll be here soon. "
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