Hope for luck

Chapter 53 Take it easy
Seeing that the squires began to back off when they heard the news that Yu Zongqi had been killed by Gao Pan, Du Xiangjun spoke out to stabilize the "military spirit" of the crowd, and walked ahead, leading the way!

Seeing this, all the squires followed Du Xiangjun with smiles on their faces, and walked towards the county office.

Ahead, someone has already gone to report. After all, these people are all well-known old men and women in Dantang County. They must not be stopped when they come to the county government together!
Gao Pan just changed his clothes and came out from the backyard again, when he heard Yin Wei'an's hasty report, he waved his hand calmly:

"Don't panic, I already have a plan in mind!"

Seeing this, Yin Weian's expression froze, Gao Pan seemed to have become more assertive and calm, which made it difficult for him to adapt for a while, as if he, the master, had become just a person in charge of spreading the word.

After a wry smile, Yin Weian felt that he didn't know whether it was good or bad, but he followed Gao Pan's footsteps and came to the front office.

"Why didn't Mr. Zhou come to the county government in the past two days?"

Gao Pan suddenly turned around and asked.

"Back to your lord, Master Zhou said that he was not feeling well, so he wanted to ask for leave to rest for a few days. I was confused by my humble job and forgot to tell my lord!"

Gao Pan's sudden question made Yin Weian's heart jump, and he quickly talked about the whole story.

But Gao Pan just nodded lightly, as if he didn't think it was a big deal, and it was over.

When he came to the lobby of Qianya, Gao Pan saw many squires dressed in brocade, satin and silk costumes, most of them had precious jade hanging on their waists, and round hats on their heads.

All of them are either potbellied, or their faces are shiny and full of blessings.

Seeing Gao Pan coming, the crowd didn't intend to salute, because most of them had donated official positions, but there was no real shortage, so they couldn't really be officials.

Among them, there are quite a few people who have received official positions, which are much higher than Gao Pan. For example, Du Xiangjun donated a Tongzhi official. From the fifth rank, it is a full three ranks higher than Gao Pan.

In addition, they were originally planning to come to Xingshi to inquire about their crimes, so how could they bow their heads to Gao Pan as soon as they came up.

Seeing this, Gao Pan didn't take it seriously, but greeted everyone with a smile:

"Hello, gentlemen and foreign officials. I didn't expect that today is an auspicious day. In our county office, there are so many rare and distinguished guests. This official feels that his face is full of glory!"

Gao Pan's words made many squires feel very comfortable in their hearts, and they subconsciously wanted to say a few polite words.

However, Du Xiangjun, the leader, immediately said calmly:

"Master Gao, we are here together because of what your lord announced yesterday. Your lord said that everyone in the county can come to the county government to borrow money. Does that mean that I will have no business to do in the future? My lord Competing for profit with the people is against the taboo of the imperial court!"

After hearing this, all the squires quickly put away their thoughts of being polite to Gao Pan, and their faces became extremely indignant.

"I would like to ask the magistrate, if I borrow money to go out, will it violate that law?"

"Also, what did Third Master Du do? He has been imprisoned for three or four days, and the county magistrate still hasn't given an explanation?"

"If the magistrate is going to execute Mr. Du for extorting high profits, then we should also be sentenced together! It's up to the magistrate whether he dares or not!"

"Hmph...don't take the imperial decree as an arrow. If you don't give me an explanation today, we will never end with you!"

"..."

With Du Xiangjun's beginning, these vicious and cowardly country gentlemen began to talk more and more excitedly, and the louder they spoke.

Gao Pan, on the other hand, just looked at them with a smile, neither stopping nor explaining.

Seeing that the crowd had finished expressing their opinions and their voices became quieter, Gao Pan said with a smile:

"Everyone, I understand your pleadings... You came at the right time, and I happen to be going to try a case. Why don't you all take a look together before making a decision?"

As he spoke, he headed towards the court, leaving behind many gentry officials who were looking at each other in blank dismay, not knowing where to go.

Seeing this, Du Xiangjun, the leader, snorted softly and said:
"Everyone, since we are all here, we are afraid that he will fail if he escapes. Let's see what tricks he wants to play!"

As he said that, Du Xiangjun took the lead in following Gao Pan's footsteps and headed towards the county government office. Seeing this, many gentry officials had no choice but to follow.

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"Here we come, here we come, what case is our Master Qingtian going to try this time..."

"Every time this young magistrate judges a case, it makes me feel refreshed. I hope this time I can punish another villain..."

"Yeah, we finally have a great official here..."

As soon as they heard that the county yamen court was going to be promoted to judge the case, many people nearby rushed over to watch the case.

Although the county government hall is located in the middle of the front office, there are passages on both sides that can lead directly to the streets outside, and the people can freely enter and watch, provided that no one blocks them.

Gao Pan didn't give an order that the common people were not allowed to watch, and in Gao Pan's view, unless it was something important and secret, otherwise, such a good opportunity to gain reputation should not be wasted.

Du Xiangjun and others came to the side of the court, and after hearing the speeches of many people, they all looked a little embarrassed, but Du Xiangjun was a little disdainful.

Following Gao Pan's shout to be promoted, the courtroom became silent inside and outside.

Beside Gao Pan, there were Yin Weian and Peng Ming. They stood beside Gao Pan, one on the left and the other on the right, like right-hand men.

It's just that Peng Ming is still young and not tall, so he looks a little different, which makes people feel nondescript.

"Did you see that? That young man was a thief before, but now he's by the magistrate's side!"

"Isn't that right? This shows that there are a lot of magistrates who have trained him, but now they are on the right track!"

"Oh, what a trick of good fortune. Who would have thought that a thief would be able to become the magistrate's side. This person is really lucky!"

"..."

The appearance of Peng Ming made many people whisper. Last time Gao Pan rescued a thief on the street, it was brought up again.

And many people were a little amazed at Peng Ming's good fortune and admired Gao Pan's character. They didn't arrest Peng Ming just because he was a thief, but let him follow him. A trace of envy!
At this moment, Peng Ming was more and more free from stage fright. He straightened up and stood firmly on Gao Pan's left side, looking at everyone in the hall with his eyes.

After hearing many warnings from his sister Peng Lanshu, Peng Ming cherished the opportunity to be by Gao Pan's side more and more. Naturally, he got up early and followed Gao Pan to the Qianya early in the morning.

Last time, because he didn't come out with Gao Pan in time, Peng Lanshu scolded him for a long time. Until now, Peng Ming realized that following Gao Pan's side is not a perfect and good thing!

(End of this chapter)