Baishui County Magistrate's Office.
Lanterns hung high, their candlelight casting a bright glow.
The clear, pleasant voice of a songstress echoed in the hall, accompanied by a lively melody as she danced gracefully in the light.
"This humble official will toast Lord Gu again!"
In the main hall, Magistrate Zhou stood up straight, holding his cup with both hands as he faced Gu Zheng to offer a toast. "Thank you, Lord Gu, for saving the people of my Baishui County from this disaster."
With that, he raised his cup and drained it in one gulp.
"This humble official also toasts..."
The County Captain followed, rising to his feet and holding his cup with both hands.
"There's no need for such formalities, my lords."
Gu Zheng raised a hand to stop them. "Saving the suffering people this time was the result of all our efforts, not mine alone."
Before they could reply, he added, "Actually, I just remembered something I need to take care of. I must be going."
