Chapter 154 See you later
After talking about the opening of the shop, Shen Li left with a red face.
Jiang Rong picked up a piece of paper and handed it to Chi Moyan:
"These are the positions chosen by the Ministry of Personnel. Take a look. If you don't like it, you can transfer it again."
It's hard to believe that the Ministry of Personnel has found a bunch of idle official positions with good ranks, all of which are for living a leisurely life in retirement.
In addition, there are officials of lower ranks who are sent out to other places.
Chi Moyan's eyes swept through them one by one, and landed on the last official name:
"The Magistrate of Yunhu."
Officials from other places are not as good as those from Beijing. Only those who rank lower among the Jinshi will be assigned to be local county magistrates...
Moreover, Yunhu is located in the Lingnan area, a poor place. Only officials who were demoted went there, and no one took the initiative to serve as an official there.
Those idle Beijing officials mentioned above all have higher ranks and better treatment than the Yunhu County Magistrate.
"I think it's a good idea too." Jiang Rong looked at him and was not at all surprised that he would choose the position of county magistrate.
"It's just that the journey to Lingnan is far, and my mother is old. I can't bear to let her travel with me. Thank you, Princess!" Chi Moyan bowed.
He didn't mind going to a remote area to serve as a county magistrate.
But he didn't want his mother to suffer with him.
"Don't worry, I will arrange someone to take care of your mother." Jiang Rong nodded.
After this matter was settled, Chi Moyan took his leave.
Feicui asked curiously, "Princess, all the positions mentioned above are better than county magistrate, and they are all county magistrates in Lingnan. Why did Master Chi choose the worst position?"
"It's not about how high your official position is, but what you can do." Jiang Rong said.
Because the position of county magistrate allows him to do some practical work rather than just an empty position of talking nonsense.
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Two days later.
Qianshan Su opened for business.
Because the newly published "Qianqiu" specifically had an article praising Qianshansu's pastries, many people heard about it and bought some to try.
On the first day of opening, Qianshansu was packed with people and became a hit in the whole city.
Chi Moyan and Song Heng came together to show their support, which caused a stir. Many young ladies and rich ladies came to see the top two candidates, making Qianshansu even more lively.
Chi Moyan and Song Heng finally squeezed into the backyard, where they finally had some peace and quiet.
Chen Li had prepared a large box early and handed it to Chi Moyan:
"I heard that you will be going to Lingnan to take up your post today. Here are some snacks and jams that I prepared. They can be kept for a long time. Please take them with you on the road."
"Thank you. How much does it cost?" Chi Moyan took the box and asked.
Chen Li lowered her eyes and said softly, "Young Master, please write the plaque as a reward."
She wanted to say that Master Chi had saved her, so why did he need money. But she seemed to understand that in Chi Moyan's eyes, he had no friendship with her, and everything he did was just for Sister Jiang.
He didn't need the Shen family to show any favor to her, nor did he intend to have any personal relationship with them.
"This is the shop of the Crown Prince's wife, it's as it should be." Chi Moyan said.
Chen Li said seriously: “But I think your handwriting is particularly good, so I should give you a box of cakes.”
Chi Moyan said no more and accepted the box: "Thank you!"
"Wow, there are so many people here today. You guys are here, Song Heng, you come to buy some pastries too!" Xie Ruojiao walked in from the archway in the backyard.
She saw Song Heng at a glance and a blush appeared on her cheeks.
Song Heng nodded slightly, holding three gift boxes of pastries in his hands.
Xie Ruojiao immediately pointed at the three boxes of cakes and smiled at Shen Li:
"Shopkeeper, I want three boxes, the same as his."
I want to eat the same pastries as Song Heng.
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Beijing, dock.
Jiang Rong, Song Heng and others bid farewell to Chi Moyan again.
"I didn't expect you to be the county magistrate, but after thinking about it, I also want to go." Song Heng looked at Chi Moyan.
The six ministries in the capital are like a swamp.
The various forces are fighting against each other.
It is very difficult to do something for the people. Perhaps as a local official, he can do more.
Chi Moyan patted his shoulder and said, "It's the same wherever we are. See you someday."
Indeed, as long as one has firm beliefs, it does not matter where one serves as an official.
Song Heng looked at him and said, "Take care! See you later."
Chi Moyan boarded the boat to Lingnan.
Jiang Rong sent him a team of secret guards, as safety is the most important thing when traveling.
…
Winter Hunting Day is a major festival in the Great Xia Dynasty. According to tradition, all the generals, including the royal family, must participate.
The winter hunting ground is at the Royal Mountain.
The biggest excitement every year is the comparison of the number of preys caught by the major generals.
As a playboy, Xie Lingxi naturally never competed with them for rankings, but this year the Northern Palace sent Chen Guangzong to compete, which did add to the fun.
Wait until nightfall.
Bonfires were lit everywhere, roasting prey.
Chu Jue hunted a very rare fire fox today. Its bright red fur looked very beautiful.
"Sir, this fire fox fur is very precious. Do you want to present it to His Majesty?" Dong'er asked tentatively.
After she was rescued by Chu Jue, Chu Jue found out her background and confirmed that she was just a poor commoner girl, so he gave her some money and let her leave.
But Dong'er said that she was a weak woman, and even if Chu Jue gave her the money, she could not survive alone outside.
I just want to be a maid by his side.
Chu Jue knew that it was indeed difficult for a weak woman to live alone, so he kept her by his side and hired her as a maid.
"He has several sons vying to send prey, why should I join in the fun?" Chu Jue was reminded by her, his eyes fell on the freshly nitrated fire fox skin, and said:
"Give it to Jiang Rong. Such a fresh and beautiful color is perfect for her!"
Dong'er's heart skipped a beat and she nodded, "Yes!"
Chu Jue was very proud, "When Jiang Rong sees me hunting such a rare fire fox, he will definitely admire my ability! Hehe!"
To whom should I give the rare fire fox after hunting it?
Of course it’s for my sister!
Show off your horse riding and archery skills in front of your sister.
Dong'er walked out of the tent with the fire fox, picked up an exquisite brocade box, filled it with rare and precious fire fox skin, and a trace of struggle flashed in her eyes.
Then he closed his eyes.
She was very grateful to Chu Jue for saving her, but she was just a pawn...
For her own life and that of her brother, she had no choice but to do this.
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In front of the tent of the Northern Prince's Palace.
The bonfire is burning brightly.
Chen Guangzong and others roasted the prey they had hunted during the day and presented treasures.
"Here are pheasants, wild boars, and wild rabbits! We hunted them all! What would the Crown Prince, Crown Princess, and Second Miss want to eat? My subordinates are also very good at grilling!"
Jiang Rong smiled faintly, "Let's have some chicken wings."
"Okay, Princess!" Chen Guangzong cut the chicken wings skillfully and sprinkled them with fragrant seasoning.
Xie Ruojiao blinked, "Huh? Why aren't there any roasted bear paws?"
Chen Guangzong's smile froze. Why don't we have bear paws? Of course, it's because we don't have the ability to hunt bears.
At this time, a group of eunuchs came over carrying several plates of roast meat and jars of wine, saying:
"Your Majesty rewarded the Northern Palace with fine wine and barbecue."
Every year, the emperor would reward some of his important ministers and noble families with rare prey hunted and fine palace wines to show his honor and favor.
The Northern Palace has always had a share.
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