Chapter 96 - Chapter 96: Chapter 096 Different now (An additional chapter as a reward of 10,000 coins by Panni) (1/2)

Chapter 96: Chapter 096 Different now (An additional chapter as a reward of 10,000 coins by Panni)

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At the same time, he felt that this Chu Jinnian was indeed intriguing.

Calling a lake where people have died a good scenic spot?

Could it be that he has a strange preference and only thinks places where murder has occurred are good?

After all, he works in the Ministry of Justice…

Perhaps over time, he developed this taste.

However, Xu Zhengping did not want to think too much or spend too much time with this high-ranking official from the capital city. Seeing that Chu Jinnian didn’t plan on keeping him, he hastily took his leave.

“This Xu Zhengping, doesn’t seem to be completely useless.”

After Xu Zhengping’s departure, Ning Feng poured a cup of tea for Chu Jinnian.

The newly gifted Longjing tea from the palace, some Princes, including the Fourth Prince, had received shares from the Emperor.

The Fourth Prince was not stingy and gave Chu Jinnian a large portion.

Chu Jinnian didn’t keep it in his mansion and brought all of it here. Paired with the spring water from the local mountain, the scent of the tea was strong and aromatic.

“Mhm.” Chu Jinnian took a sip of the tea and nodded: “His abilities are somewhat mediocre but he’s not a bad person.”

Xu Zhengping’s official uniform had washed white, his boots show sign of wear and tear, his face was dark and red due to the sun, a stark contrast to his neck’s color. It could be deduced that Xu Zhengping often visits the common people.

With the summer harvest approaching, this is the time when crops grow. How well the crops are growing and how properly the irrigation channels are working are matters of great importance. As a county magistrate, he must personally ensure the long-term stability and bountiful harvest of the county.

“In officialdom, there are many cunning and deceitful people. If a person is of good character, and a bit slow, can still serve as county magistrate.”

Chu Jinnian lightly tapped on the teacup with his slender fingers.

But, that’s about it.

Moving up further is probably impossible.

Just from the words he heard about being worried about the case but not showing any joy at gaining any rapport with him, it is clear that Xu Zhengping is not a man who is good at dealing with people.

However, such a person, if dedicated to his work and the welfare of the people, can still be seen as a blessing for the county.

Much better than those who only know about power struggles, and never care about the lives of the common people or the lives of others.

“The young master is right.” Ning Feng nodded in agreement and added: “Young Master, although this case happened to come across you, it looks like a typical murder case.”

“Are you really planning to wait for the case to be solved before returning to the capital city? If that’s the case, I’m afraid…”

I’m afraid it will delay Chu Jinnian’s business in the capital city.

“It doesn’t matter, send a message there, just say I got a cold, and I’ll be a few days delayed.” Chu Jinnian said without much concern.

“But, in these few days…”

Probably not enough, right? It’s a bit difficult to check out a person with an unknown identity, let alone finding out all the reasons.

Ning Feng felt that, a few days, would definitely not be enough.