Chapter 368: Xiao Ying is promoted and granted an official position by Xinghai
"By the providence of Heaven, the Emperor decrees: The Xiao family of Yi, from Yingfeng Town, Yun'an County, Xizhou, is intelligent and capable..."
"I now offer you two items: clay and copper printing press, to print books, which will benefit the country and the people..."
"He is hereby promoted to the fifth rank of Envoy to honor his meritorious service."
"Two boxes each of pearls and gemstones, four pairs of jade ornaments, four pairs of jade ruyi, two paintings and calligraphy by famous artists, two sets of the four treasures of the study, and twenty-four items of pearl, jade, bracelets, and jade ornaments."
"Five hundred taels of gold, ten thousand taels of silver, one hundred rolls of fine silk, one thousand acres of fertile land, and twenty slaves."
"His eldest son, Chen Xinghai, is quite talented and has a good character. He is a pillar of the country."
"I now grant you the title of seventh-rank imperial attendant."
"I hope you will be more diligent and perseverant, and continue to do your best for our Moon Nation."
"So ordered!"
Eunuch Wang's voice was high-pitched and full of passion.
The more everyone present listened, the more shocked they became, including Xiao Ying.
This time, the imperial edict actually directly classified her as a native of Yingfeng Town.
If the calculation is correct, Yingfeng Town may have just been established when this imperial edict was issued.
How did the emperor, who was far away in Shangjing, know about it in time?
It seems that she underestimated the emperor's skills.
But what surprised her even more was that this time she was promoted two levels and directly became a fifth-rank envoy.
The fifth rank is not considered low even in Shangjing, let alone Yun'an County.
From then on, Ning Yuanze had to bow and greet her whenever he saw her, and she became the person with the highest status in Yun'an County.
There are still a lot of gold, silver and jewelry, and there are also many new things.
Although there is no house this time, the rest of the things combined are much more valuable than a house.
And there were twenty slaves, which was exactly what she wanted.
Of course, the most shocking thing is that Chen Xinghai was granted an official position.
Chen Xinghai himself was stunned. He was "quite intelligent? Has good character? Is he a pillar of the country?"
What is the position of Chaoqinglang?
This doesn't seem important. What's important is that he is actually a seventh-rank official!
How many people have studied hard for decades and finally passed the imperial examination, but they may only be awarded the eighth or even ninth rank.
He did nothing, but suddenly became a seventh-rank official, the same level as the county magistrate.
This was really hard for him to digest.
The onlookers were even more surprised and happy. Madam Xiao was promoted again, and even Xinghai became a seventh-rank official.
They in Yingfeng Town are really amazing!
Although the posthumous honor bestowed upon Chen Enke was a pleasant surprise, Chen Enke had passed away after all, and only his reputation remained.
But this time it’s different, Xinghai is a real official!
"Xiao Renren, the imperial edict envoy, please accept the order."
Eunuch Wang reminded with a smile.
Not to mention the people in front of us, many officials were surprised when the emperor bestowed the rewards.
"Xiao Ying and Chen Xinghai received the order."
The mother and son came to their senses and responded in unison.
Xiao Ying took the imperial edict with both hands and then handed it to Chen Xinghai.
Chen Xinghai seemed a little excited, his cheeks slightly flushed, and he was even a little nervous.
He knew how he got this official position; it was all because of his mother's great contributions.
He cherishes it and is grateful for it, but he can't help feeling uneasy.
He was worried that he wouldn't be able to do his job well and bring shame to his mother.
He also didn't like being an official, he just liked making elixirs.
He glanced at Chen Xinghe next to him and thought, it would be great if this official position was given to his second brother.
My second brother entered the officialdom directly without having to take any imperial examinations.
And he is so smart, he will definitely be a good official.
Chen Xinghe blinked at him, without any envy or jealousy, only feeling happy for him.
Sisters Chen Xingyun and Chen Xingyue's eyes lit up and they whispered congratulations.
"Congratulations to Xiao Renren and to Chaoqinglang."
Eunuch Wang also congratulated with a smile.
Then two rows of palace maids and eunuchs came forward, each holding a tray filled with rewards for Xiao Ying.
"Congratulations to Xiao Renren and Chao Qinglang!"
The onlookers also congratulated loudly, feeling proud, as if they were the ones being rewarded.
"Thank you everyone."
Xiao Ying thanked him sincerely with a bright smile.
"We've prepared some wedding candy at home, and everyone will come over to share in the good cheer."
I won’t have a banquet this time, but I can’t be so ostentatious every time.
Moreover, there are more than 3,000 people in Yingfeng Town now, and it would be impossible to hold a banquet even if we wanted to.
"Thank you, Xiao Renren! Thank you, Chao Qinglang!"
The villagers were already very happy and they must not miss this joy.
Nangong Jingyan, who was watching in the corner, had a stern face and sneered.
The Emperor of Yue Kingdom is such a fool. Xiao Ying has offered so many good things, but he has only granted him a fifth-rank imperial edict.
The imperial edict is nothing, it doesn't even have any power.
Not to mention the fifth rank, even the first rank is far from worthy of Xiao Ying.
But this is also a good thing, as it gives Jingguo an opportunity.
When he brings Xiao Ying to Jingguo, he will ask the emperor to directly confer the title of princess on her, with a fiefdom, or the title of national saint.
Oh, when the time comes and they are compared, Xiao Ying will naturally know who is the best to her.
"Sir, that Prince Chen..."
Yu Shu suddenly spoke in a low voice, but as soon as she opened her mouth, Nangong Jingyan glared at her fiercely and she shut up immediately.
Nangong Jingyan looked at Yu Qianli. This man did not hide his identity and cultivation at all, just to intimidate him.
With the opponent's strength, he probably knows everything that happens within a radius of one or two miles.
Wouldn't it be self-exposure to talk about him at this time?
He frowned slightly. He had originally thought that hijacking the food would be easy this time, but he didn't expect Yu Qianli to come and escort it in person.
This is a bit troublesome.
Yu Qianli's strength is not weaker than his. Although he doesn't want to admit it, the other party is probably more powerful than him.
Fortunately, he temporarily gathered some people, so he still had a chance of succeeding in hijacking the food.
This time there are tens of millions of pounds of potatoes, even Yu Qianli can't protect them all!
While he was thinking, he suddenly saw Yu Qianli looking at him. He immediately looked away and blended into the crowd.
Yu Qianli was a little confused, as she seemed to have sensed an unfriendly gaze just now.
Could it be that there is something hidden in Yingfeng Town that cannot be revealed?
"Your Highness, Eunuch Wang, why don't you come in and have a cup of tea."
After Xiao Ying had someone accept the reward, he greeted the two of them with a smile.
Eunuch Wang immediately looked at Yu Qianli. With this person around, he couldn't make the decision.
Yu Qianli smiled and said, "I won't drink the tea anymore. I still have to inspect the potato harvest and try to ship it to Beizhou as soon as possible."
Eunuch Wang couldn't help feeling a little regretful, but fortunately he had just been given a purse.
Given Xiao Renren's generosity, the money for the tea was definitely enough, so this trip was not in vain.
"In that case, I won't disturb His Majesty's business."
Xiao Ying also knew that the matter was urgent, so he didn't stay any longer.
But he transmitted his message: "If you need anything, please tell me. I will definitely help wherever I can."
Yu Qianli was about to leave, but stopped when he heard this.
He looked at Xiao Ying thoughtfully and said in a voice transmission, "Perhaps there is something I really need your help with."
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