"Young Master, this is the latest news from Bianliang!"
In Mingzhou City, as Han Mo had just entered his study, Jiang Yan rushed in from outside, placing a brocade box directly on Han Mo's desk.
"Any news back from Wa Country?"
Han Mo asked casually while dealing with the accumulated documents on his desk.
"I just asked. There's been no news returned yet, but by calculation, it should be around these days!"
After hearing his words, Han Mo nodded silently.
The journey from Wa Country to Mingzhou was across a vast ocean. Even a simple letter would take nearly a month for a round trip.
Moreover, if they encountered any hurricanes or strong waves midway, the messenger might not even be able to save their life.
In this era without satellites or telephones, even if Han Mo felt a bit uneasy, he could only wait patiently for now.
"By the way, have those master craftsmen been arranged?"
"They have all been arranged. As per your instructions, everyone has their own secluded courtyard, and each household was given fifty guan as a resettlement fee!"
Hearing Han Mo's question, Jiang Yan quickly replied.
"Very good. You handled this matter beautifully. By the way, how are the preparations for the places I asked them to prepare earlier?"
"Lord Li has prepared three locations. His intention is for you to personally choose one when you have the time!"
"Oh?"
Hearing him say this, Han Mo finally put down the brush in his hand.
"Oh, Sir, this is a document received by the Pacification Commission yesterday. It is said to be sent by an official named Li Gang!"
"Did you say who?"
Upon hearing him, Han Mo suddenly stood up.
"Li, Li Gang..."
Seeing Han Mo's sudden movement, Jiang Yan was startled himself.
"Where is he? This document was sent yesterday, why are you only telling me today?"
This was Li Gang!
"Perhaps it's because the accumulated documents have been too many recently..."
"Issue an order: anyone who withheld this document, from top to bottom, drag them out and whip them ten times!"
Although Jiang Yan was trying his best to explain, Han Mo still had a dark expression and directly issued the order.
"Yes!"
Having been by Han Mo's side for so long, Jiang Yan had not seen Han Mo get so angry over a document in a long time.
"Tell them, if similar incidents happen again in the future, then they can all go home!"
Why would this document be withheld? It was easy to guess the reason: it must be because Li Gang was too humble...
If not for Han Mo's reputation here, these people might have kept this document for many more days!
"Young Master, isn't this just a document? Do you have to make such a fuss?"
"Why so many questions? Hurry up and invite Li Gang. No, go and find out where Li Gang is staying!"
After giving him a stern look, Han Mo then directly sent Jiang Yan away.
"Young Master, it has already been inquired. This minor official surnamed Li fell ill midway and spent all his travel expenses. He is currently staying at Qita Temple outside the city!"
A moment later, Jiang Yan rushed in again.
"Have someone prepare the carriage, we're leaving now, and prepare some side dishes for drinking!"
Han Mo spoke as he hurried out the door with Jiang Yan.
Listening to the screams coming from the front yard, even Jiang Yan couldn't help but quicken his pace.
Ever since Han Mo took over as the Pacification Commissioner of Liangzhe and Fujian coastal areas, this was the first time he had disciplined his subordinates with whips on such a large scale!
"Young Master, why are you so angry today!"
Only when the carriage was heading out of the city did Jiang Yan ask softly.
"What else could it be? Don't you see what these scoundrels are doing? This time it's just a visiting card, but what about next time? Will they even dare to intercept battle reports?"
Speaking of this matter, Han Mo became extremely angry.
He had gone to great lengths to invite Li Gang back, and these scoundrels dared to block Li Gang at the door. Fortunately, nothing major happened. If something had happened, he would truly be greatly at fault.
"Young Master, is this Li Gang very capable?"
Seeing Han Mo's expression of disappointment, Jiang Yan quickly changed the subject softly.
"You'll soon know how capable he is. Do you know what the talent of a prime minister means?"
After giving him a stern look, Han Mo began to admire the scenery outside the window.
It was the beautiful spring month of March, when all things were reviving. After a winter of watching the white snow, it was finally possible to see some greenery now.
"Young Master, we've arrived at Qita Temple!"
"Let's go. Speak politely after we go in!"
Although Han Mo himself did not have a very good impression of monks and Taoists, this was still where Li Gang was temporarily staying. Before entering, Han Mo reminded Jiang Yan a few more times.
"Don't worry, Young Master, I understand!"
After responding, Jiang Yan took the lead and walked a few steps forward to knock on the door.
"Young Master, that Li Gang has gone out fishing..."
After asking a young monk a few questions, Jiang Yan ran back again and looked at Han Mo with a strange expression.
"Let's go, take the food box back. I remember there's a mountain stream nearby, let's search along the bank!"
Hearing him say this, Han Mo let out a knowing chuckle. It seemed that Li Gang truly had little money, otherwise, he probably wouldn't have thought of fishing as a last resort.
"Yes!"
After responding, Jiang Yan carried the food box and followed Han Mo towards the stream.
The two of them walked along the stream for nearly a quarter of an hour before finding Li Gang fishing under a large tree.
"Uncle Li, we finally meet again since Bianliang!"
After clearly recognizing Li Gang's face, Han Mo immediately stepped forward and cupped his fists in greeting.
"You're the one who understands me, the taste of braised beef!"
Seeing Han Mo arrive, Li Gang showed no signs of anger. He sniffed and walked directly towards the food box carried by Jiang Yan.
"Young Master Li, greetings to Brother Shi!"
Li Gang could disregard formalities, but his son, Li Zong, who followed behind him, was clearly not as carefree.
Regardless, Han Mo was now Li Gang's superior. His address as "Brother Shi" was indeed a little nervous.