And the mysterious disappearance of his beloved younger brother, He Jiuyang... he dared not think too much about it.
"We beg Your Excellency not to abandon us and to accept us!" He Qisha knelt and pleaded obediently.
“My lord, He Jin’s feelings are also from the bottom of my heart.” She bowed down like her father and said earnestly, “He Jin knows that there are many talented people around you, my lord, and there is no shortage of my humble skills.”
He Jin wishes to serve as a maidservant by your side, sir. I hope you will grant my request!
【Master, Panshan and Tianxinglou still harbor ambitions to seize Seven Swords Manor. If you don't take them in, Seven Swords Manor will fall into the hands of treacherous people sooner or later.】
"Little Pearl, why are you also trying to persuade this immortal lord to accept them?"
[Master, I'm just bored. There aren't any powerful demons or monsters in the mortal realm for me to catch for amusement, so I'm looking for something to do!]
"Alright, whatever you say!" The tone was quite helpless and reluctant.
She said calmly, "You may all stand up and sit down to talk!"
After the two thanked him, they stood up and sat down. Yue Fuguang continued, "I usually prefer peace and quiet and don't get involved in much business. From now on, just like Luoxia Manor, Seven Swords Manor should report to my guards in advance if there are any issues."
He Qisha, beaming with joy, cupped his hands and said, "Your subordinate will follow your orders, Master!"
Yue Fuguang paused in surprise. Good heavens, He Qisha is quite perceptive. He stopped calling her "Master" and directly addressed her as "Master".
The difference between close and distant relationships is immediately apparent!
She then looked at He Jin and asked, "He Jin, do you know Dai Yuxing?"
In the martial arts world, one's background is also a factor in distinguishing different sects. Dai Yuxing comes from Chongming Mountain, one of the Five Mountains and Six Manors, and may know the young lady of Seven Swords Manor, which is why he asked the question earlier.
He Jin replied, "My lord, we have known each other since we were children."
Yue Fuguang nodded and continued, "Then, whose martial arts are superior, yours or his?"
He Jin didn't expect Yue Fuguang to ask this directly. She paused and said, "The last time I fought him was a year ago. We each won and lost, so it was a draw."
A year has passed; I wonder who is better now.
Yue Fuguang nodded, "In that case, you will take over Zhang Fang's position as Protector-General, a fifth-rank official."
Fifth rank!
The father and daughter stood up immediately. He Jin stammered, "M-Sir, isn't it...isn't it a bit too tall?"
"I... your subordinate, have not accomplished a single merit..."
In the Dayan court, there were no female officials other than the Lady, and there were a few female generals in the army, but they all came from families with a long tradition of female service.
Other female officials, like the Shen Chunying sisters, were all by the master's side.
Before coming here, she never dared to imagine that just a moment ago she was a wandering swordsman whose life was uncertain, but with a word from the magistrate, she had an official position, and a fifth-rank one at that!
His official rank is even higher than that of the county magistrate who governs their mountain village!
He Qisha's face also flushed slightly. He looked at Yue Fuguang and said, "Yes, my lord. Ajin is still young and has not yet made any contributions. If she suddenly takes on a high position, I'm afraid she will not be able to win over the people."
Yue Fuguang waved his hand dismissively and said, "You're overthinking it. Who would dare to object to what I say?"
That's right, anyone who dares to question their master's decisions is not worthy of staying by their master's side to serve them.
Only then did the father and daughter truly feel his decisive and domineering presence and unparalleled confidence.
Having remained silent and simply playing the background, Luo Shendong couldn't help but ask in confusion as the matter was settled, "My lord, Sister Ajin has been appointed as the Left Protector."
That Zhang Fang, Lord Zhang…
Surely, while she was away from this conversation, the person who caused the trouble was expelled?
Yue Fuguang understood her unspoken meaning and smiled slightly, saying, "The Yue army will set off for Sancha in two days."
Zhang Fang applied to me two days ago to go along, and I granted his request.
Zhang Fang wanted to go to the battlefield, but he also wanted to stay by her side, and the Yue army gave him that opportunity.
Yue Jun is Yue Fuguang's Yue Jun. Even if he leaves the Yu family, he is still the Junior Tutor's man. Therefore, after weighing the pros and cons, he still went to Yue Fuguang to explain his thoughts.
Yue Fuguang also felt that Zhang Fang was very suitable for the army. He was considered one of their own, and it would be a good choice for him to go to the Yue Army to assist Bo Ming and keep an eye on things for him. So he agreed to Zhang Fang's request.
[Host, this He Qisha is quite shrewd. With him as a role model, those who want to serve under you in the future will have something to learn from.]
After seeing off the He family father and daughter, Yue Fuguang lay back on the recliner under the pear tree, coaxing herself to sleep while saying, "It was only because he was on the right track that I gave him an antidote pill and a rejuvenating pill."
These pills are nothing to her now that her net worth has exceeded 100,000, but they are perfect for winning people's hearts.
One pill is equivalent to one life. Having witnessed the effects of the pill, He Qisha would surely praise her reputation to the skies and be willing to die for her.
He bowed deeply, which describes He Qisha receiving the pill with trembling hands.
They're putting on this whole show all by themselves, just to set an example for anyone who wants to come and join them in the future.
She needs manpower and influence, but she doesn't accept just anyone. Anyone who thinks they can use her name for personal gain without sufficient sincerity and loyalty is really dreaming!
On the 23rd day of the fifth month of the fifth year of the Yuankang era, it was an auspicious day for sacrifices, prayers, relocation, and travel.
At the hour of Si (9-11 AM), Emperor Mingxi and his ministers, who had finished the grand court assembly early, arrived at the training ground of the new Right Martial Guard camp with Yue Fuguang once again.
As the sun rises, the flags of the Dayan New Recruit Camp and the shimmering gold and silver banners of the Moon Army flutter gently in the morning breeze on the drill ground.
Ten thousand new recruits stood in neat rows, their faces youthful but their eyes resolute.
The emperor, dressed in ordinary clothes, slowly ascended the reviewing stand, his piercing gaze sweeping over the entire audience.
He spoke with a deep, resonant voice that shook the surrounding area: "Young lads, seeing you standing here reminds me of a morning twenty years ago when I was also a member of the drill ground."
Whether ancient or modern, people like to reminisce about the past when they get old. Looking at the young faces below the stage, Emperor Mingxi couldn't help but think of himself twenty years ago.
Despite not being favored by his father, the crown prince, the heir apparent, had also served in the army to guard the frontier.
Once a person starts reminiscing about the past, their emotions easily become overwhelming. As one of the people closest to Emperor Mingxi, Yue Fuguang clearly saw tears glistening in the corners of Emperor Mingxi's eyes.
He continued, “Back then, I was the same age as you, and I didn’t understand parting. I only saw the gleaming swords and spears in the sunlight. But today, I am here on the drill ground to bid you farewell as you head to the place farthest from the capital.”
The wind swept across the drill ground, the military flags fluttered in the breeze, and the emperor's robes billowed in the morning wind, making him appear even more imposing.
"I want to tell you that the place you are going to today is not a battlefield, but the eaves of your home."
The Three Crossroads, the gateway to our dynasty, you are the first line of defense. You are not only protecting the borders of Dayan, but also the peaceful lives of your parents, brothers, sisters, wives, and children.
As he spoke, he raised his hand and pointed to his clothes, lightly brushing over the robes that were too plain for an emperor, "I specially wore this this morning because it is related to a crop in the place where you will be stationed."
This substance is called cotton, a precious item that our Grand Tutor has sought out for the people of the world.
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