Xiao Jingzhao glanced at everyone and then said, "However, there are always exceptions."
The ministers were immediately relieved to hear that there was hope.
Lin Xiangzhi lifted his eyelids slightly, his eyes meeting Xiao Jingzhao's.
A mocking smile appeared on Xiao Jingzhao's lips but vanished in an instant.
From an angle unseen by others, Lin Xiangzhi rolled his eyes.
This guy is as cunning as ever, and he never repeats the same trick every time he teases him.
One minister couldn't help but press, "Your Majesty's meaning is..."
Xiao Jingzhao nodded casually: "I grant your request. However, since the newly appointed Jinshi has not yet been trained and sent to a post outside the capital, the position of Minister of Revenue will be temporarily held by Prime Minister Lin. Whether he can handle the job depends on his ability. What do you all think?"
Lin Xiangzhi: "..."
What the hell? You make the horse run but don't feed it. What kind of business is this, with no title or status?
His parents and uncle are waiting for him to share the good news. How is he going to do that?
He passed the imperial examination and was given a temporary post?
The ministers all expressed their approval upon hearing Xiao Jingzhao's words.
The Left Chancellor was the most agitated. In recent days, the Ministry of Revenue had been consulting him on all matters, big and small, keeping him so busy that he had neglected his most beloved concubine.
Finally, someone has taken over this task.
He bowed with admiration, saying, "Your Majesty is wise, but Young Master Lin's rank is..."
Xiao Jingzhao glanced at Lin Xiangzhi, who immediately understood.
He quickly bowed to the Left Prime Minister and said, "Thank you for your appreciation, Left Prime Minister. As a subject, I should share the burdens of the emperor. As for rank, I don't care. It doesn't matter if it's a little lower."
The Left Prime Minister nodded slightly: "You are not only talented, but also have such awareness at such a young age. Your future is limitless."
Lin Xiangzhi: "..."
It's endless exploitation...
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