Of course he knows this principle.
However, after pondering for a long time, they still couldn't understand what the Huang family was plotting that made these important figures so wary of them.
You have to be careful when trying to please someone, and you don't dare to be presumptuous.
Looking at Huang Lao Er, who was beaming with pride like a hen laying eggs, he unconsciously nodded in agreement.
My curiosity about the hidden story grew stronger.
"Auntie, do you know something?"
"I'm not sure," Jiang Nuan shrugged. "Maybe."
She only had a vague guess; she didn't really know the specifics.
Han Yi might know something.
"Perhaps?" Lai Zi couldn't help but twitch his lips. "What does that mean? Do you know or not?"
"It's not important. Just focus on your work. It's not a bad thing."
"Okay, I'll listen to you, Auntie."
Sensing that Jiang Nuan was reluctant to say more, Lai Zi kept all his doubts to himself.
He had previously refused the advice of the clerk and the magistrate because he did not want to disturb the peace of the Huang family, but reality always plays tricks on people.
The following day, in the back hall of the county government office.
"My lord," Lai Zi seriously doubted his ears, "you said my aunt was bestowed the title of Supreme Protector of the Nation by the Emperor?"
“Yes,” Magistrate Zhou said sourly, “otherwise, how do you think you would have become a junior officer? Without the Lady Protector of the Nation, how could such a good thing have come to you?”
Why doesn't he have such good luck?
Since being appointed, he has been a lowly eighth-rank county magistrate, and for five whole years he has not been promoted at all. In the Great Zhou Dynasty, any official could easily crush him.
If it weren't for the contribution of salamander this year, I might still have received a lower rating in the year-end evaluation and even been demoted.
But Huang Lai's son went from a lowly official to a seventh-rank bannerman, changing allegiances in an instant. It's just so unfair.
He has a nice aunt, but he... he doesn't seem to have one.
"I became a flag bearer because of my aunt?" Lai Zi was momentarily dazed. "How did my aunt become the Lady Protector of the Nation?"
Could this story get any more fantastical?
However, after only two months of no contact, she actually became the Lady Protector of the Nation. How could she be so crazy?
“Sir,” Lai Zi pursed his lips tightly, “Are you mistaken? My aunt is just an ordinary peasant woman. Although she is somewhat clever, she could never become a protector of the nation.”
"What do you take His Majesty and the officials of the court for?" Magistrate Zhou trembled with anger at these words. "How could such a big matter be made wrong? The title of Protector of the Nation's Lady of the highest rank has never existed since the founding of the Great Zhou Dynasty. Before the conferment, we must thoroughly investigate the Huang family's ancestors for eight generations before we dare to announce it to the world."
“No,” Lai Zi said, completely baffled. “How did my aunt suddenly become the Lady Protector of the Nation? She’s never been to the capital. Why did His Majesty do this? And why didn’t the officials in the court stop her?”
“Whatever the reason, it’s true,” Magistrate Zhou stroked his beard. “A letter has been sent from above, and the imperial envoy will arrive soon. He has instructed me to inform the Lady Protector of the Nation.”
Upon hearing this, Lai Zi's expression was complicated. "I'll take you to see your aunt. You can talk to her yourself."
He still couldn't process such a big thing.
I just can't believe it.
"That's what I mean too."
Magistrate Zhou couldn't help but curl up the corners of his mouth.
Previously, the higher-ups had repeatedly warned them not to disturb the Huang family, otherwise they would be treated as treason.
He could only proceed slowly and indirectly. At first, he was able to meet her once, but he didn't know if the Lady Protector of the Nation had sensed something and refused to see him again.
Now, I've finally gotten this opportunity.
With such a benevolent being around, even if one only gains a third of his favor, it would be enough to benefit one for a lifetime.
No matter how aloof and pedantic he was, he couldn't bear to miss this opportunity.
"Your Excellency, please wait a moment. I will take care of my business and then I will take you there."
"You want the advisor and Inspector Niu to make the decision?" Magistrate Zhou asked, but his voice was firm.
Upon hearing this, Lai Zi, whose thoughts had been exposed, became embarrassed. "Is this inappropriate?"
“Lai Zi,” Magistrate Zhou said sternly, “for the sake of the Lady Protector of the Nation, I’m giving you a piece of advice: don’t get too close to them.”
“Why do you say that?” Lai Zi was not happy. “If it weren’t for their promotion, I would still be a country bumpkin.”
“Times have changed,” Magistrate Zhou shook his head. “You have already obtained an official position, and you are worlds apart from them. If you continue as before, you will only be looked down upon.”
Upon hearing this, and recalling Magistrate Zhou's usual demeanor, Lai Zi couldn't help but lower his head.
He strongly disagreed with this statement, but he wouldn't say it to her face.
Magistrate Zhou mistakenly thought he was listening attentively and couldn't help but say a few more words, "Behind you is the Lady Protector of the Nation. Legend has it that she is a banished immortal. The entire Zhou people are watching her closely. Don't do anything to make things difficult for her."
"A banished immortal?" Lai Zi looked up in surprise. "My aunt?"
"You're really lucky, kid," Magistrate Zhou said, unable to contain his envy. "With the help of the Lady Protector of the Nation, even a pig can fly to the sky, tsk tsk..."
When will he be able to borrow it?
Comparing yourself to others is truly infuriating!
"Wait, let me calm down first."
He felt a little dizzy.
The more they talk, the more outrageous it gets, even bringing up such mystical things as being banished to heaven.
Not only Lai Zi, but Jiang Nuan herself was also stunned.
"Who are you referring to as a banished immortal? Me?" she asked playfully, suppressing her shock.
Goodness, who's so talented to give her such a grand title?
“Of course it is you,” Magistrate Zhou said respectfully. “The letter was sent by express courier from the post station, and the imperial edict will arrive soon.”
"Okay, I understand."
Jiang Nuan sat down, pretending to be calm.
She never expected that her prescription would be so powerful, actually elevating her to the status of a banished immortal.
Perhaps, I am a little bit extraordinary.
But he is absolutely a genuine mortal.
What was Ji Xuan thinking? Pushing herself to such a high position, wasn't she afraid that she might accidentally fall off a cliff and be smashed to pieces?
Seeing Jiang Nuan's calm and composed demeanor, Magistrate Zhou became even more respectful. He respectfully explained, "The Lady Protector of the Nation is of the highest rank, and does not need to kneel before the Emperor. You are truly above all others, unprecedented in history."
"Is that so?" Jiang Nuan nodded slightly. "Your Majesty is thoughtful."
Although I don't know the specifics, since someone has already set up the stage for me, I absolutely cannot lose my composure.
Even before becoming the Lady Protector of the Nation, Jiang Nuan already acted like an immortal being.
However, it did manage to fool people.
"The arrival of a celestial being is a blessing for the Great Zhou Dynasty. His Majesty must have thought so too, which is why he specially bestowed upon you the title of Lady Protector of the Nation."
Magistrate Zhou had originally intended to test the waters, but upon seeing this, he suppressed all his thoughts.
He explained the precautions in detail, flattered her a lot, and then left reluctantly.
Before leaving, he gave Lai Zi a look of envy, jealousy, and hatred, his expression indescribably complicated.
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