159 Candidates for Prefect
He Chen nodded slightly and replied, "Yes!"
Then I took a closer look at the woman. She was dressed in black, with a white silk blouse peeking out from underneath. Her waist was cinched high, perfectly accentuating her long, slender legs, and she wore black court boots. Her eyes were clear and bright, and she was exceptionally beautiful, graceful and charming, a peerless beauty!
A hint of embarrassment. Yet, also an eagerness to try!
Jie Yanyan felt embarrassed by the stares, but a woman should always give it a try. Having long managed the family business, she possessed a boldness and free spirit that surpassed that of most women. Moreover, she occasionally mentioned He Chen in her letters to Jie Huayu.
From Jie Huayu's words, we can tell that "a gentleman as handsome as jade, unparalleled in the world" is indeed an understatement!
Apart from your triple snow-white robes, who in the world is not worthy of your white attire? Perhaps only those who praise you to everyone, who are both wild and chivalrous yet gentle, can be worthy of your praise. Therefore, this person is indeed a butcher among men, yet a refined gentleman.
Today, we meet here amidst this background and witness your gentlemanly demeanor. You are truly a man of both sword and madness, selfless and ruthless. The sword is mad, and the man is even mader. You can slash thousands of times a day, making the masses tremble with fear!
They even privately appointed the City God, the Police Commissioner, and the Prefect. Such boldness and courage are inspiring! I feel a surge of excitement and fervor. I can do it too! I want to be a Prefect, explore the official path, and realize my dreams. Of course, I must seize such an opportunity.
Looking at him, seemingly nonexistent, his entire body radiating a chilling aura, his face calm yet brooking no doubt, look, General Jing is silently standing among the troops, the demon slayer is filled with murderous intent, yet remains silent, He Chen's domineering and majestic presence at this moment is captivating, making one mad with envy!
After calming herself down, she spoke slowly, her voice melodious and pleasant, "I am Xie Yanyan from the Xie family. I have long admired you, sir, and it is truly an honor to meet you today!"
He Chen murmured, "Jie Yanyan, this must be Miss Jie." He nodded, clasped his hands in greeting, and said, "So you are Miss Jie. It's a pleasure to meet you. I'm very grateful for Miss Jie's help with all the purchasing matters."
The twin sisters smiled gently at He Chen's down-to-earth demeanor, which was much better than his calm expression just now.
The others, including Mi Zhanguo, General Jing, and the demon slayer, felt a slight sense of relief upon hearing this. It was good that someone recognized them; they were just afraid that the governor who had killed the demon would be killed and then another, even more terrifying evil star would appear.
Although they weren't currently dealing with this matter, they estimated they would still have to fight when the time came. Having witnessed combat power above the Martial Emperor level, they had no confidence whatsoever; in fact, once they clashed, their lives might hang in the balance. They considered themselves to have some skills and battle formations, but they were no match for a Martial Emperor!
The two waited silently, wondering what the next step would be. It seemed absurd that Miss Xie would become the prefect, but it was still better than falling into the hands of someone from the outer city. The position of prefect was still within acceptable limits if one lacked martial prowess.
At this moment, Xie Yu regained her composure. Refined and elegant, beautiful as a flower, her voice like a nightingale's song, she said, "Lord He, you are too kind. The Xie family thanks you for your high regard, young master, for entrusting us with such a large quantity of goods for trade. I wonder about recent..."
She then inquired about Jie Huayu's situation and chatted about some everyday matters. Then, with a serious expression, she said, "This humble woman is not talented, but I have heard that there are women in the royal city who serve as generals and officials. I wonder if the prefect would like to try?" She finished speaking with a blush, looking charming and alluring.
He Chen understood that if Miss Xie were to take on the position of prefect, it might be worth a try. He nodded and said, "Alright, then I'll trouble Miss Xie. However, the requirements remain the same: I need a fixed 30% tax rate on all taxes here, with some exceptions that can be reduced, but no less than 20%. Furthermore, I hope this area will be orderly."
Furthermore, I need Miss Jie and the others to help me collect medicinal herbs. The affairs of security and trade in this area are entrusted to Miss Jie and the two heroines!
Chichi smiled, and upon hearing someone call her a female knight-errant, the twin sisters also laughed. Both were tall and slender, of the same height, with fragrant breaths, stunning beauty, and equally bright and lively eyes.
Upon hearing this, Miss Xie assured him, "Thank you, Lord He. It is also my wish to bring order to Wanzhou. To be honest, Lord He, I was just thinking that if a chaotic prefect were to come, it would be better for me to take over myself. At least the order I hope for is one where the people are at peace and have something to look forward to."
I grew up in Wanzhou and had the privilege of traveling west and south with my father, witnessing the prosperity and beauty of the world. I also hope that Wanzhou can develop well. I am not very talented, but I also hope to realize this dream.
That's why I stepped forward, even though it made me a laughingstock among the adults.
He listened silently without interrupting, speechless, unsure of what to say. He could only clasp his hands in a gesture of respect and admiration.
Having traversed countless mountains unseen, the east wind awakens a hero's dream, and I laugh as I face the myriad peaks and sky. With the help of a favorable wind, I soar to the heavens. Strength, opportunity, and the right timing are all indispensable. Now, Jie Yanyan realizes her dream, starting today. May her initial dream never be forgotten!
The twin sisters spoke softly, their voice melodious and gentle: "This is Shi Feixuan, and this is my younger sister Shi Wanwan. Although I was a little impulsive just now, I thank you, sir."
Thank you for your kindness, sir. My sister and I are willing to give it a try. What are your requirements?
He Chen pondered for a moment, then said to Shi Feixuan, "The requirements are the same as before: absorb all gangs, and after that, the gangs will cease to exist, and all gangs will be subject to a 30% tax."
All beggars, bandits, traffickers, kidnappers, and the like must be eliminated from this area. Anyone who disobeys will be arrested or killed!
If a powerful force insists on blocking your way, there's no need for a direct confrontation. Just inform me quickly. Provocateurs must have the strength to provoke! After saying this, a flash of killing intent disappeared.
The group was thrilled to hear this. With such a domineering leader, things would be handled much faster, and they wouldn't have to be timid or hesitant!
The Shi sisters cheered. The elder sister's eyes shone with laughter, revealing her two dimples, while the younger sister jumped for joy, exclaiming, "From now on, I have subordinates! Let's see if they still dare to think I'm a child!"
The heavy sword in his hand hummed, as if in response.
Looking back at the demon slayer not far away, and General Jing! The demon-slaying token quickly appeared in his hand, the silver-plated demon slayer.
Lu Zhanyuan also took out a silver token, identical to the one he had taken out. However, Lu Zhanyuan was not surprised at all. With such strength, a silver token was all that was needed. There must be a difference between strength and tokens. Not all demon slayers spend all their time slaying demons.
Some people, if they have enough resources, might deliberately keep a low profile. The world is vast, and it's normal for experts to have eccentric personalities. Lu Zhanyuan thought to himself.
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