With the family's meticulous support like spring breeze and his own unremitting efforts day and night, Siyan is like a bamboo shoot that breaks through the hard soil and emerges. In the Ministry of Households, a world that seems calm but is actually turbulent with undercurrents and unpredictable situations, he has firmly established his roots step by step and gradually gained a firm foothold.
The Ministry of Revenue, the hub of national finance, was a complex and intricate affair, like a deep, labyrinthine jungle. Yet, Si Yan, relying on his exceptional wisdom, his eagle-like, penetrating vision, and his resolute, decisive decision-making in the face of complex challenges, bravely navigated this thorny financial jungle. He zeroed in on three crucial ledgers, the indispensable cornerstones of the grand edifice of national fiscal management, carrying crucial information about the flow of national wealth.
Siyan reformed the account books with a bold and decisive spirit. He delved into every detail, like a skilled craftsman, meticulously carving out the long-standing flaws and ills. Under his skillful hands, the three account books seemed to be reborn, imbued with new order and vitality, injecting a powerful and refreshing impetus into the nation's financial operations, ensuring their orderly and efficient operation like a precise clock.
Upon hearing of Siyan's remarkable achievements within the Ministry of Revenue, the emperor was overjoyed. His once dignified face was instantly filled with unconcealed joy and admiration. To appropriately honor Siyan's contributions, the emperor meticulously prepared a grand and unparalleled banquet.
The banquet was held within a magnificent palace. Stepping inside, one is transported to a dreamlike world of opulence. The palace was adorned with colorful lanterns, and candles hung high, illuminating the entire space with a shimmering light, like tiny stars casting their light upon the earth. Every exquisite decoration, carved into the beams and painted in the buildings, exemplified the unparalleled majesty and opulence of the imperial family. The exquisite murals, depicting magnificent mountain vistas or glorious moments from history, were vividly portrayed, seemingly telling stories of the ages. The intricate carvings, meticulously detailed, each texture embodying the artisans' meticulous care, exemplified the royal nobility and elegance.
At the banquet, table after table of delicacies filled the air, a feast for the eyes and the palate. The delicacies, each a feast for the senses, were a feast for the senses, their aromas overflowing with color and fragrance, filling the entire palace with a mouth-watering aroma. Each dish was a masterpiece of art, the chefs, with their masterful culinary skills, skillfully combining ingredients to create a variety of exquisite presentations. Some resembled blossoming flowers, delicate and alluring; others resembled ethereal birds, vivid and lifelike.
The emperor was dressed in an incredibly gorgeous dragon robe, crafted from the finest silk and meticulously embroidered with golden dragons circling across it, as if poised to soar into the sky at any moment. He wore a crown inlaid with dazzling gems, radiating its light and demonstrating the supreme power of the emperor. The emperor sat upright on the main throne, his face amiable and smiling as he pointed at Si Yan. With a hint of affection and teasing in his eyes, he said, "Little God of Wealth, Jiang, calculate for me the amount of money in the treasury!" The emperor's voice was deep and resonant, echoing through the empty palace, as if carrying an invisible majesty and expectation, a promise imbued with recognition of Si Yan's abilities and hopes for the future of the nation's finances.
Upon hearing this, Si Yan quickly stood up. His posture was as straight as a pine tree, and his movements were clean and efficient, revealing the youthful vigor and competence of a young official. He respectfully pulled from his sleeve the abacus, a familiar and familiar instrument that had accompanied him for so many years. The wood was smooth and delicate, as if meticulously polished over time. Its color was simple and elegant, exuding a profound historical charm. Each bead seemed to carry the wisdom and experience he had accumulated over the years in dealing with numbers, bearing witness to his diligent work in the financial field.
His fingers, like nimble swallows, darted swiftly across the abacus beads. The beads danced joyfully on the beam, emitting a crisp, melodious, rhythmic sound, as if playing a piece of exquisite music. This music was a fusion of wisdom and skill, a resonance of responsibility and mission. A moment later, Si Yan announced in a clear voice: "Your Majesty, the national treasury now has silver..." His voice was clear and confident, resounding through the palace like a bell, as if he knew every ounce of silver in the national treasury, and that the treasury's wealth was under his precise control. His voice exuded a professionalism and confidence, as if declaring to everyone that he was capable of safeguarding the country's financial affairs.
Meanwhile, within the tranquil and elegant harem, Su Jinli leisurely nibbled sunflower seeds with the empress dowager. The harem gardens resembled a breathtaking painting. A profusion of vibrant blossoms, a dazzling array of colors, vying for attention. Reds like fire, pinks like clouds, whites like snow, their fragrance overflowing, its aroma tangible. A gentle breeze, like a pair of soft hands, gently swayed the blossoms, sending petals drifting like snowflakes, like a celestial being scattering flowers, adding a touch of poetry and romance to the tranquil and peaceful atmosphere.
Su Jinli's face was filled with pride, a pride as dazzling as the most gorgeous flowers in full bloom in spring. She said, "Queen Mother, look at my son. Isn't he amazing?" Her eyes were filled with a mother's pride and joy. It was as if she was telling the Queen Mother every detail of her son's growth, and her deep expectations and endless love for him.
The Queen Mother smiled from ear to ear, nodding repeatedly, her eyes filled with approval and fondness. "As you wish, both bold and shrewd!" she said, her voice gentle and amiable, like a ray of warm sunshine, gently scattering Su Jinli's heart, leaving her feeling immensely pleased and satisfied. In the Queen Mother's eyes, Siyan's outstanding performance was undoubtedly a vivid reflection of the Jiang family's fine traditions and exceptional education, and Su Jinli's dedication and hard work were undoubtedly instrumental.
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