Chapter 7: The Former Rival, It Was You All Along

Thinking to take it one step at a time, if this job can be kept, then keep it; if not, it is not a big deal. With that, Shen Mo stepped out of the house

Shen Mo, relying on the memories of his previous life, walked through the corner gate and entered the county office. As soon as he stepped into the courtyard, he sensed a very strange atmosphere.

This pair of great light beauties suddenly felt at a loss, their hearts in turmoil, and they were momentarily speechless.

Looking at Meng San, who was once arrogant and domineering but now fled the small courtyard like a stray dog, Lu Yunhuan and Xiao Fu let out a long sigh of relief together

The vendor of cakes sent a steamer of lotus cakes to his own home, informing the young servant to include the payment for it tomorrow. After the young servant responded with a smile, Shen Mo began to walk towards the Qiantang County government office

Little did Shen Mo know that on his very first day at work, he would encounter a sensational case of great magnitude

The county office of Qiantang County is located within the city of the capital, Lin'an, and its jurisdiction is also part of the imperial capital. Such counties were referred to as "Chixian" during the Southern Song Dynasty. It is precisely for this reason that the scale of the county office in Qiantang County is quite substantial

Halfway through learning, Xiao Fu couldn't help but laugh. Even Yun Huan, who was face to face with her, laughed as well

From beginning to end, Meng San'er did not dare to raise his head again to glance at Shen Mo's face.

Although such means to deal with that scoundrel can truly be said to bring great relief to the public, what if our Shen Langjun is indeed of that ruthless and merciless nature

It is evident to anyone that Meng San has been thoroughly frightened, and he is likely too afraid to come again

One could see that this Captain Xu had a short and stout build, with sparse stubble resembling a three-pronged beard beneath his chin. His face was full and fleshy, bearing an expression of arrogance. The voice he emitted while calling names was also deep and hoarse

... ...

In fact, Shen Mo knew that Yun Huan was indeed quite frightened by him. Rather than having her spend a sleepless night in anxiety beside him, it would be better to let the two girls share the big bed. This would actually be more conducive to the swift restoration of their marital relationship to normal.

... ...

The methods I just employed are the tactics used in public affairs to deal with ruffians. I am not truly a heartless and ruthless person, nor is my temperament so eccentric and bizarre, so you need not be afraid

Thus, they spent the night in silence. By the next morning, Shen Mo got up to dress and wash up, preparing to begin his first day of work as a constable since the Southern Song Dynasty.

"My dear... do not worry too much." Shen Mo thought for a moment and decided it would be best to comfort his new wife.

After all, fortune is not misfortune; if it is misfortune, one cannot escape it. In Shen Mo's previous life, he faced life-and-death crises every day, so being dismissed from a job was hardly a serious matter. Thus, he merely contemplated it in his mind, which did not stir too many waves in his heart

This was a request made by Shen Mo, on the grounds that both of them were frightened today, and it would be better for two familiar individuals to sleep together

What kind of person is this son-in-law of ours

Shen Mo, facing these two beautiful women, one tall and one short, truly did not know how to explain his previous actions.

Shen Mo's tone was calm and indifferent, akin to that of a narrator in the animal kingdom. After he finished speaking, he looked up at Lu Yunhuan again

On his way to work, he strolled to the entrance of the alley

Faced with such torment, he found himself utterly powerless to resist. From the mental anguish to the physical suffering, coupled with the vast disparity in intellect and means between the two of them, this ultimately led him to snap the last thread of his will amidst extreme devastation

That night, Shen Mo slept on the small bed of Miss Xiao Fu in the outer room, while on the large bed in the room slept Yun Huan and her maid

This matter is truly not your fault... Look at you, barging into my home for no reason and scaring my new bride like this, isn't that excessive?... Hehe!

As soon as Shen Mo entered the courtyard, he heard Xu Wang calling his name

Meng San'er has finally collapsed

After nightfall, Shen Mo lay in bed contemplating the tasks he had to attend to at the yamen the next day. He could only feel that the fragrance of the young girl left by the small talisman lingered around his ears and nose on the bedding of the small bed.

In addition, there is the inner residence where the county magistrate and his family live, as well as the county school that oversees the education of this county, all located within the courtyard of the county office

Once Meng San'er fled as if escaping from the underworld, the courtyard fell into silence. For a moment, none of the three people in the courtyard spoke.

"Miss, do you think I look like I've learned it?"

Whether it is the wedding night or today's event, Shen Mo's performance is completely different from the image he previously portrayed. Explaining this matter would indeed be quite troublesome

The person who is currently calling out names loudly during the roll call is none other than the thorn in his side, the one who is determined to oust him from his position as a constable: Head Constable Xu Wang

In the courtyard of the county office, all the three classes of yamen runners and constables stood quietly on both sides. The county's fourth-ranking official, the county lieutenant, stood solemnly at the steps of the corridor, watching the constable Xu Wang take attendance.

After a while, he heard two girls whispering in the bedroom

Watching the two beautiful women busily helping him adjust his attire and tidy his shoes and socks, Shen Mo couldn't help but secretly smile wryly to himself

Within the county office, in addition to the main hall used for interrogations and case adjudications, and the second hall for private meetings and inquiries, there are also the offices of the county magistrate, the chief clerk, and the county constable.

In the bed curtains on the other side, Xiao Fu imitated Shen Mo's demeanor during the day, wrapping his hand around Lu Yun's neck, cradling her face, and softly whispering in a manner reminiscent of how Shen Mo punished Meng San'er

In the end, Meng San'er tearfully apologized to Lu Yunhuan, expressing his remorse with heartfelt sincerity, and only then did Shen Mo allow him to leave

After a long while, it was Shen Mo, who was still sitting on the stone bench, that finally broke the silence

After enduring repeated torment from Shen Mo, Meng San'er has completely collapsed under the intimidation and beatings

Since she is willing to marry someone as foolish and dull as the original Shen Mo, it can be inferred that Lu Yunhuan desires a stable life of simple meals and tranquility... However, now that the original person has been replaced by me...! ... The days to come are likely to be anything but stable!

The two of them probably still do not realize that on their very first day at work, they could be dismissed at any moment. If I really lose my job this time and am sent back in disgrace, it would truly be embarrassing to face anyone!

At a breakfast stall, Shen Mo bought a piece of lotus cake. He took a bite of the pink rice cake wrapped in fresh lotus leaves and found the taste quite delightful

When will this painful moment come to an end

Looking at her expression, she still seemed somewhat restrained and fearful... Shen Mo thought to himself:

Shen Mo pondered for a moment and glanced at Lu Yunhuan, who was standing to the side, looking somewhat at a loss.

"When he smiles, that chill is something you cannot replicate." Yun Huan shook her head with a smile at the corner of her mouth

Lu Yunhuan and Xiao Fu were filled with trepidation as they recalled Shen Mo's earlier erratic and mad behavior towards Meng San'er

There is no need for you to worry about financial matters, my dear; I have my own ways. In our household... this house is rather dilapidated, and it is indeed time for us to move. As for that Meng San, we should not have any further dealings with him in the future

Only then did Yunhuan's expression appear a bit more natural, as she stood there nodding slightly to indicate that she understood

This county lieutenant is named Wei Jiao. According to Shen Mo's memories from his previous life, this county lieutenant, Mr. Wei, is related by marriage to the head constable, Xu Wang. In other words, the two of them are certainly in cahoots.