"I don't know what this new prefect wants to do?"

The news of the destruction of Zhen'anbo Mansion in Songnan Prefecture reached the hands of the families. Before everyone could come back from the shock, an invitation from the government office was already placed in front of them.

For a moment, all the families in Songnan Prefecture became restless. They were really unsure about this new prefect. They were just crazy people who didn't follow the rules.

When they first came, they dared to take down the Gu family, the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, in one breath. He was the boss in charge of promotion, but the prefect was not vague at all. This move really scared them.

After a while, this person didn't move much. Instead, they breathed a sigh of relief after hearing that he was in seclusion. But before they could completely relax, a more shocking news came.

The Dongning Army stationed in Songnan Prefecture was actually held in the hand of this prefect, which instantly made them feel that their worldview was overturned. A mere prefect dared to get involved in military power. This was not just crazy, but completely unscrupulous.

This means that no one can shake his status on this acre of three-point land in Songnan Prefecture, and it also means that he can do whatever he wants.

Then, what was even more terrifying was that he actually dared to take action against Zhen'an Bo. That was Zhen'an Bo Mansion, not an ordinary family, but disappeared overnight.

For a moment, there was only one impression of him in everyone's heart, "Madman!", a madman who completely ignored everything.

Because of this, they had to go in the face of the invitations sent by the government office. Otherwise, who would know what the prefect would do when he started to madness and would attack them in anger.

Since I can't afford to offend or hide, I can only come with the nerve to come.

After everyone came one after another, they found that the prefect was sitting leisurely beside him, holding a booklet in his hand. When someone came in, he drew drawing on it. Could it be that he really took a small notebook and remembered it.

This is how petty they need to do such a thing. Fortunately, they are here, and if they don’t come, they will not be targeted in the future.

"He family, grain merchant Xu family, cloth merchant Jiao family!" Looking at the people coming one by one, Shen Yu nodded while drawing on the list in his hand, which made everyone uneasy.

Shen Yu closed the booklet in his hand and came all the time. Shen Yu smiled softly. Today, he happened to catch all these people in one go and kill the chicken and scar the monkey. No, it is killing the monkey and scaring the chicken.

Whether it is the Thousand Blood Sect or these greedy families, we will clean up together today!

"Sir, everyone is here!"

"Well, let everyone sit down!" He nodded at them. These people were obedient. They would come and let them come, which was a waste of time.

"Sir, I wonder what the hell is asking me to come?"

The invitation said that they were asked to come to the banquet, which didn't seem to be serving the dishes. On the contrary, the prefect looked at them with cold eyes while looking at them, and everyone felt restless.

For some reason, they seemed to see a hint of murderous intent in the eyes of this prefect.

"You are all wealthy businessmen and gentry in my Songnan Prefecture, and you are the pillars of Songnan Prefecture. I take this opportunity to get to know you. Also, this time I come, I will discuss with you if I have something to do!"

"The prefect has any matter, just give instructions. If it can be done, we will do our best!"

Everyone looked at each other, and there was a hint of helplessness in their eyes. They were not stupid and sweet, and they were all clear about many things. The prefect said so beautifully that it was probably because there was something to ask for. And it was definitely not a trivial matter when he opened his mouth.

This time, they were ready for bleeding. Whether the prefect asked for money and food or anything else, as long as it was not too much, they could accept it.

Is it a matter of things that can be solved with money? The most important thing they are is this thing, it is better than having a knife hanging over their heads all the time.

"Okay, since that's the case, I won't talk nonsense!"

After a cold eye swept around, Chen Yu said lightly, "According to my understanding, most of the fertile land in the entire Songnan Prefecture is in your hands. Some people can receive 80% of the land rent, and the people can't even have food left!"

"I have visited the countryside. I don't watch the hardships of the people. I can't afford to eat even the chaff on weekdays. All of you are rich gentry and wealthy people, and in the past they all claim to be good families. Do you do all the things that are tricky and robbed?"

"This..." The group of people looked at each other. Didn't they discuss something? Why did they even scold them? This prefect really didn't follow the routine, and they were caught off guard.

Immediately, someone asked tentatively, "Why does the prefect think the land rent should be appropriate?"

"The land rent of each company in Songnan Prefecture cannot exceed 30% at most, and the barren land cannot exceed 20%. This is the bottom line of my official! If each company can reduce it to below 20%, it is naturally the best!"

"Thirty percent? This is impossible, this is too low!"

"No more, when I was in Sanshui County, I asked me to only charge 20%!" He slowly put his hand on the table. Chen Yu looked up at them, and his invisible aura almost made them breathless. "Do you guys not plan to give me face?"

"I have always respected me for one foot, and I respected me for one foot; if a person destroys me for a grain of water, I will take away three fights. If you don't give me face, then don't blame me for not giving you face!"

"This..." Only 30% of the land rent is like cutting off their flesh for them, but they are really afraid of the prefect. People put the threat on the surface, and who knows what he would do.

"Does the magistrate want to take advantage of the situation?" As soon as Chen Yu's words fell, someone slapped the table and shook his sleeves and prepared to leave. "We the Xu family will never agree to this request. Since the magistrate is not sincere, I will say goodbye!"

"Slow down!" He snorted faintly, looking at the person who jumped out first, Chen Yu's mouth outlined a sneer. He was thinking about how to make them stand out, but he didn't expect that he would jump out, which saved him some effort.

"Come whenever you want, leave whenever you want. The head of the Xu family is so majestic!"

"Can the magistrate force me to stay? The land is our home land, and even if you are the magistrate, you have no right to interfere. 30% of the land rent? Can the magistrate know what you are talking about? Which dynasty has a land rent of less than 30%?"

"Everything is rounded up, no one can be released!"

At this moment, a roar suddenly sounded outside, followed by a sound of running at high speed like muffled thunder. When they realized, dense figures had surrounded them.

Judging from the costumes of these people, they should be soldiers of the Dongning Army. They have to send troops to invite them to a banquet. Why? Do they disagree and really want to catch them all in one place?

"Master, why are you? If you can't discuss it, do you have to force yourself? What do you consider the laws of the court?"

"Everyone is calm, there are thousands of blood scholars in this place. The Dongning Army is just to protect everyone!"

"Thousand Blood Cultists?" A nervous look flashed in his eyes. The head of the Xu family looked back and looked at the people of the He family. They were lurking for many days and they would never be able to reveal their identities. Could it be that this prefect is cheating them?

"Sir, gentleman is open and honest. All the adults have sent troops to surround this place. The purpose is obvious. It is nothing more than forcing us to agree. Why do you need to find other excuses? We will not surrender!"

"Everyone, think about it carefully. Today we will give one inch, tomorrow we will have to give one foot, and one day we will have to retreat without any retreat! So, no one can retreat no matter what, no one can retreat! I don't believe it anymore. There is no bright world in this world, and no one is willing to make decisions for us!"

After a bit of enthusiasm, the head of the Xu family said coldly, "Master, we cannot agree to your request. Forgive me, the Xu family is rude, let's go!"

"Want to leave? I think beautifully! I will take the person to me!"
Chapter completed!