He quickly summoned a bailiff to report back to Zhao Shijin and then arranged for several horse carriages to pick up Dean Lin and his family. The other bailiffs waited with Dean Lin and the others.
The bailiff spurred his horse and galloped back to the county government office, reporting the matter to Zhao Shijin.
Upon hearing the news, Zhao Shijin nearly leaped out of his chair.
Thank heavens, the Bodhisattvas have protected them! Dean Lin and his family are truly alright. I must go to the temple tomorrow to offer my thanks.
"Lord Fu, quickly, quickly! Prepare the carriages! We must go and get them at once!" Zhao Shijin shouted to the silent Lord Fu standing beside him. Delays breed trouble! We must hurry!
Lord Fu nodded and went to make the arrangements. Zhao Shijin acted with great efficiency and soon brought Dean Lin and his family back.
