flstandardbreds Chapter 114 The Li Family Father and Son
Chapter 114 The Li Family Father and Son
However, things are unpredictable, and Chen Dong's speculation was wrong at this moment. Li Wei and Li Bin, father and son, experienced many hardships on the road of escape, and finally arrived in Xinan Prefecture. They were exhausted and dusty, as if they had escaped from a long nightmare.
"Father, what should we do next?" In the city, they found a simple inn and settled down temporarily. Li Bin looked at his father's old and tired face, his heart full of worry, and couldn't help asking.
Li Wei sighed, his eyes revealing a trace of helplessness and sadness. As the magistrate of a county, he has now fallen into such a situation, the county has been lost, and it is difficult to keep his official position. Naturally, he feels mixed emotions. However, he is more worried about the suffering of the people in this chaotic world.
"As a county magistrate, I have lost the county, so I am afraid I can't keep this position." Li Wei's voice was a little bitter, "But even so, I still need to go to Southwest Prefecture and report the situation in the county truthfully. Along the way, I also saw the situation around the prefecture. People's lives are also difficult. Many people even have to sell their children to make a living. I am afraid that the prefecture is also unable to suppress the rebellion."
At this point, Li Wei's eyes flashed with compassion. As a scholar, he wanted to seek welfare for the people of the world, but he didn't expect to encounter such a chaotic world. He saw the suffering of the people and felt their helplessness, which made his heart full of pain and helplessness.
Li Bin looked at his father's heavy expression, and his heart was also filled with grief. He knew that his father had always had great ambitions and ideals, but in this chaotic world, who could survive on his own? He stood aside silently, not knowing what to say, and could only accompany his father silently.
Although Southwest Prefecture is still prosperous at this moment, behind this prosperity, there are endless crises and insecurity. The people in the prefecture may not have felt the suffering brought by this chaotic world, but Li Wei and Li Bin, father and son, have deeply experienced the hardships and helplessness. They are full of worries and confusion about the future, not knowing when peace will return in this chaotic world.
"That's it! I will report to the governor of Southwest Prefecture tomorrow! If I can help them retake Xishan County, it will be considered as meritorious service!" Li Wei was still very confident. After all, he still had some connections in the court.
As night fell, the dim lights in the inn flickered, as if foreshadowing the uncertainty of the future. Li Wei and his son Li Bin sat at a simple table, and a silent atmosphere permeated between them.
"Father! Do you think there is still hope for the Dakun Dynasty?" Li Bin thought for a moment and suddenly asked.
"Bin'er, do you know why I still have hope?" Li Wei looked at his son and asked back, his eyes looking particularly firm in the dim light.
Li Bin shook his head, his eyes full of confusion and puzzlement.
"Because I believe in your Majesty. Emperor Chongming is a wise ruler. Otherwise, he wouldn't have eliminated the eunuch party and suppressed those corrupt officials in a short time since he came to power! Judging from his current performance, he really looks like a ruler who can revive the country!" Li Wei's voice was full of excitement, "As long as he can be close to virtuous ministers and stay away from villains."
As Li Bin listened to his father's words, the confusion in his heart gradually dissipated, and was replaced by a firm belief. He knew that no matter how many difficulties and obstacles there were in the future, as long as he had confidence and determination, he would be able to overcome them.
"Father, I understand." Li Bin's voice was full of determination. "I will always be by your side. No matter what the future holds, we will face it together."
The father and son smiled at each other. At this moment, their faith became stronger. They knew that no matter how many difficulties they faced, as long as they united as one, they would be able to overcome them.
Li Bin was actually very clear about this. The current situation might not be solved by Emperor Chongming. After all, the Qin Dynasty was already corrupt to the core. The situation of land annexation was very serious. Especially in the fertile areas of Jiangnan, more than 70% of the land was in the hands of officials. These officials did not have to pay taxes. This made the tax revenue of the entire dynasty less and less. And the wealth of those officials' families was increasing. Just like this drought, the court had no ability to provide disaster relief. Instead, it had to collect taxes from the victims. But he still chose to support his father.
The next morning, Li Wei and Li Bin got up early, packed their bags, and prepared to go to the residence of the governor of Southwest Prefecture. Although they were filled with anxiety and uneasiness, they knew that this was a responsibility and mission they had to face.
The streets of the city are bustling with people, and the city is still prosperous. However, behind this prosperity, there are endless crises and insecurity. It can be seen that even in the city, many people are weak when walking due to long-term hunger. There are many beggars lying on both sides of the streets in the city. There are also some children or women with straw tags on their heads.
Seeing this situation, the father and son of the Li family became more determined about what they should do. It is really better to be a dog in peacetime than a man in troubled times. If the entire southwest falls into chaos, I am afraid that even the people in the prefecture city will not be able to survive.
Li Wei and Li Bin shuttled among the crowd, their eyes firm and deep, as if they could see through the turmoil and noise of this troubled world.
Arriving at the governor's residence, Li Wei took a deep breath, straightened his robe, and then walked into the residence with Li Bin.
"Who are you!" Before they even stepped into the governor's mansion, they were stopped by two soldiers guarding the gate.
"Who are you and how dare you trespass into the governor's residence?" The soldier looked at the father and son and questioned coldly.
"I am the magistrate of Xishan County, and I have important matters to report to the governor." Li Wei took out his identity seal and handed it to the soldier.
The soldier looked down at the handwriting on the token that proved Li Wei's identity. His expression eased slightly, but his tone did not change much. It was as if he was talking about a county magistrate, who was not very impressive in front of a small soldier like him: "In that case, please follow me!"
The soldier told them to follow him, but his feet did not move. He rubbed the soldier's hands unconsciously.
Li Wei and his son had been in the government and business circles. How could they not understand what the soldier meant? Li Bin immediately took out a silver coin worth a few cents and stuffed it into the soldier's hand.
The soldier naturally put the loose silver into his sleeve.
Seeing this situation, Li Wei couldn't help but sigh and shook his head. The Dakun Dynasty was rotten to the core. Even this little soldier from the Xuntianfu Palace dared to ask for a bribe.