On the day they entered the palace, Jiang Tian and Yan Jing'an both got up very early.
Yan Jing'an originally intended to dress himself. He was not a pampered young master who had everything done for him. His years of travel experience had already made him a tough person.
But Jiang Tian refused and insisted on helping him put on his clothes piece by piece.
"How much more can I do for you? It's your first day in the palace, and I can't accompany you, but I must do something."
Jiang Tian helped him put on his outer robe and tied up his hair crown, a serene smile playing on her lips.
"I wish my husband all his dreams come true in advance."
Yan Jing'an was filled with emotion; who could have imagined that he would have such an experience one day?
Holding Jiang Tian's hand, Yan Jing'an gently pulled her into his arms.
"My wife..."
Everything is understood without words.
They've been through thick and thin together; they are the people who understand each other best in the world.
Yuwen Zhuo waited outside for Yan Jing'an to come out, feeling rather bored.
But he wasn't naive; they were a married couple, and he couldn't very well go and cause trouble.
Not long after, the door opened.
As the sun rose, Yan Jing'an and Jiang Tian walked out hand in hand.
After exchanging greetings, Yan Jing'an pulled Jiang Tian aside and whispered a few words to her. The two exchanged a smile, their smiles revealing an extraordinary understanding between them.
"Tsk."
Yuwen Zhuo has always loved freedom and hated being restrained.
The thought of marrying a woman who would constantly micromanage him and make him unhappy made him avoid the idea of marriage altogether.
Seeing Yan Jing'an and Jiang Tian living in perfect harmony today, a strange feeling welled up in his chest.
Once they were in the carriage and it was leaving the alley, Yuwen Zhuo said jokingly, "I have never seen Brother Yan show such a tender side."
Yan Jing'an smiled gently; over the years, his temperament had always remained refined.
"Before I met her, I never knew I would be so attached to a woman."
Yuwen Zhuo couldn't help but click his tongue again: "Alright, alright, stop talking. I know, you and your wife are a match made in heaven."
Yan Jing'an smiled faintly: "We are just ordinary people, we just fell in love and developed a tacit understanding."
"Brother Yan, can you please stop being so sarcastic?"
Yuwen Zhuo was practically gritting his teeth.
"Alright, then I won't say anything more."
Yan Jing'an quickly got down to business with Yuwen Zhuo.
Yuwen Zhuo also returned to his previous state.
Upon arriving at the palace, Yan Jing'an bowed deeply to Jiang Ting and then lingered in the study for a long time.
He was meticulous throughout.
Jiang Ting was very satisfied.
He was indeed recruiting renowned scholars from all over the world, but there were always some who were just seeking fame and fortune, possessing only a reputation but no real talent.
Jiang Ting loathed such a person.
And even those few who are capable of speaking always have one or two flaws, some of them are even incredibly stupid and infuriating.
Yan Jing'an, however, was impeccable in his performance from the moment they met until they discussed state affairs.
Jiang Ting greatly admired people who possessed profound wisdom and insight.
Ultimately, Jiang Ting decided to let Yan Jing'an take up a position at the Hanlin Academy.
His official position was inconspicuous, but in a sense, it was highly mobile, allowing him to easily obtain what Jiang Ting wanted.
Yan Jing'an chose to enter officialdom again in order to do practical things for the people. As long as he is no longer allowed to waste his time, it is fine for him to remain an unknown nobody.
Seeing that Yan Jing'an was wholeheartedly devoted to the people, Jiang Ting's appreciation for him deepened.
He also explained to Yan Jing'an the significance of placing him in that position.
Placing him in that inconspicuous position was not only for his own convenience, but also to protect him.
The officials of this dynasty seem to have long been subservient to Jiang Ting and dare not make any underhanded moves.
But Jiang Ting, being in that power arena and possessing keen eyesight, naturally saw through those with ulterior motives.
The implementation of every policy will inevitably affect a group of people.
Especially the top group of people, who benefit the most and are the least willing to have their interests taken away.
Therefore, in many cases, this group of people are only pretending to support Jiang Ting, and who knows how many wicked thoughts they harbor inside.
If Jiang Ting were to openly and honestly promote someone, that person would most likely be targeted by their underhanded tactics and disappear without a trace before they could even show their talent.
Although Jiang Ting is tough in his actions, he is not lacking in wisdom.
Since that's the case, they'll compete in secret.
Yan Jing'an understood the emperor's intentions and thought his strategy was very useful.
There's no need for a head-on confrontation.
The whole country belongs to Jiang Ting. If taking strong measures triggers local rebellions, that would be disastrous.
It would be better to let things flow slowly and gradually, like they are now.
Jiang Ting is both intelligent and resourceful. A slow and steady contest will ultimately result in his victory, but it will also minimize the harm to the common people.
After a deep conversation, the emperor and his ministers felt as if they had known each other for a long time.
"You don't need to come to the palace anymore. There are many eyes and ears in the palace, and some people will do things that are beyond our control. Just stay in the Hanlin Academy. If anything happens, I will come out of the palace to discuss it with you."
Jiang Ting quickly decided on how the two would meet.
He always traveled incognito, with trusted confidants by his side, so no one knew where he was going.
However, if an official were to be publicly elected to an audience, it would easily arouse speculation from all sides.
Many people would rather kill ten thousand innocent people than let one guilty person go free.
From this perspective, it would be more convenient for Jiang Ting to meet Yan Jing'an before the grand plan succeeds.
Yan Jing'an is very talented, and Jiang Ting wants to make good use of him, so he naturally has to be careful.
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