Chapter 1994: Tang Wenqian, a Competent County Magistrate

Chapter 1994: Tang Wenqian, a Competent County Magistrate

Meng Yunzheng couldn't accompany Shu Yu all the way back, but he was determined to be with her for the few days before her departure. Qi Lie didn't object this time, as he was not entirely devoid of compassion. He granted Meng Yunzheng a three-day leave.

After Shu Yu and Meng Yunzheng bid farewell to Cheng Xian, they still had to make a trip back to Chenggu County.

So, the next day, the two of them, accompanied by Gan Rui, took a horse-drawn carriage and left the city.

They hadn't been back for about a month, which wasn't too long, but as soon as they entered the city, they felt a distinct change in the atmosphere.

The most significant change was the relaxed and comfortable expressions on the faces of the common people. It was a stark contrast to the cautious and apprehensive demeanor they had displayed just a few months ago.

Shu Yu leaned against the carriage, looking at the bustling streets outside. She suddenly smiled and said, "It seems that Tang Wenqian, the county magistrate, is doing a commendable job."

Meng Yunzheng responded with a simple "Hmm" and didn't elaborate.

Shu Yu wasn't aware of Tang Wenqian's intentions, but Meng Yunzheng understood them quite well.

Speaking of which, he had achieved recognition and success. His parents had also joined him, and given his age, was it time to find a wife?

"Ah Yun, what's on your mind?" Shu Yu noticed his absent-minded expression and waved her hand in front of him to get his attention.

Meng Yunzheng smiled and held her hand tightly in his. "It's nothing, I was just thinking that once you go back this time, I don't know when we'll see each other again."

He had to participate in the autumn imperial examination in August. After finishing it, he would have to travel to the capital for the next year's spring imperial examination. After the palace examination was over, he would have various matters to attend to, and returning to Dong'an Prefecture would likely take at least four or five months.

So, it would be more than a year before they could meet again.

Thinking about this, Meng Yunzheng's brows furrowed.

Shu Yu chuckled, "When you go to the capital for the exam, I'll come to see you."

"It might be tiring," he thought for a moment, "so how about this: after this year's autumn examination, I'll return to Dong'an Prefecture. We can spend the New Year together, and then I'll head to the capital, with enough time for the spring examination."

Shu Yu said, "..." Wouldn't that be more tiring?

Transportation these days was indeed quite inconvenient. In the modern era, a short flight would have taken just a few hours.

Shu Rui, Er Niu, and Da Bao, who were in the carriage, looked disdainful. Did they have no presence at all? Their sister and her future brother-in-law were holding hands so carelessly, even though others couldn't see it, they could see it themselves!

After a while, Er Niu couldn't hold back and said, "Um, Big Brother Meng, I think..."

Meng Yunzheng glanced over, and Er Niu swallowed hard.

"I think your suggestion is very good. After the autumn examination this year, there's still a long time until the spring examination next year, so there's no rush, and we all really miss you," Er Niu stammered.

Shu Rui and Da Bao stared at Er Niu in disbelief. What happened to your backbone?

Meng Yunzheng nodded and looked at Shu Yu. "See, they think my suggestion is excellent."

Shu Yu couldn't help but laugh.

At this moment, the carriage arrived at the entrance of the Meng Family Escort Agency. Shu Yu noticed that the agency had expanded, with the most significant change being the martial arts training ground. It wasn't small before, but now they had dedicated a large area for it. There were wooden dummies, archery targets, various weapons, and even stone weights scattered around the training ground.