166 Oppose?
"Okay, thank you for your hard work," He Chen nodded slightly. The person on duty, startled, immediately replied, "It's no trouble at all, sir. Please come in, I'll go in and report right away."
So one of them immediately led the way, while the other quickly went inside to announce their arrival. The group waited at the door. They were still dressed the same as last night; it seemed they were very busy today and hadn't had time to wash up.
After He Chen entered, he sat down in the middle of the hall. Xie Yanyan brought him a cup of hot tea. "Please have some tea, Lord He."
At this moment, among the Shi sisters, the younger sister, Shi Wanwan, could no longer contain herself and immediately said fiercely, "Last night, when the lord slew the evil god, these scholars and officials were hiding somewhere. And that hateful Sanpang actually said something about women being officials. What a joke!"
And then there were those few local tycoons who said that Wanzhou needed to be managed by the people of Wanzhou themselves, and that the election should be decided by the people of Wanzhou, not by an outsider.
These people are despicable; I might as well just smash them to death with my sword.
Mi Zhanguo was having a headache. Among these local forces, about ten were really bold and fearless. Unexpectedly, they all wanted to recommend their own people afterward, ignoring He Chen's decision and saying that Wanzhou should be managed by their own people.
An outsider, who only needs to pay a reward, is actually planning to divide up the Chai, Wang, and Huang families, and even covets the position of prefect. He claims he recommends men from Wanzhou and does not agree to women becoming prefects, making him a laughingstock in other prefectures.
Of course, many people agreed that Miss Jie should become the prefect, but a few stubborn and scheming individuals refused to agree and caused a huge scene during the day.
Therefore, Mi Zhanguo said, "My lord, after conveying your decision during the day, many people in Wanzhou strongly support it. However, a few remnants of the Zhong and Wang families are threatening these ten people, openly opposing it and preparing to instigate trouble."
Xie Yanyan had just assumed the position of prefect today, and her heart was pounding with excitement, her curves trembling slightly with emotion. The Xie family was also very concerned, and upon receiving news of their daughter, they immediately arranged for significant manpower and resources to be devoted to post-disaster reconstruction. They also visited several relatives, friends, and close business associates and smaller families.
These families, having experienced the terrifying ordeal of last night, were all extremely frightened. Having faced death once, they naturally had no reason not to object, and it was actually more beneficial for them.
Mi Zhanguo was also from a local family and was now in a leading position. Everyone in the Mi family, including relatives and in-laws, was overjoyed and cheered. Despite the many restrictions imposed by Mi Zhanguo, they were as happy as if it were a festival.
The Mi family, led by its elders, held a meeting emphasizing that all members must fully support Mi Zhanguo, uphold the rules set by Lord He, and actively participate in the development of Wanzhou. Of course, Mi Zhanguo also arranged for some people to serve in the county government office, and instantly, the Mi family was surrounded by many people.
The Shi sisters are outsiders, their visit to Wanzhou is more of a travelogue. They are originally members of the Caiyi Sect, a loosely organized cooperative group that shares information. They were not previously accepted, but since the Holy Emperor also rose from humble beginnings, they have no prejudice against them. Therefore, their development in recent years has been much faster than before.
However, social classes and class distinctions have never disappeared or ceased since ancient times; they have always been the case. What changes are people, while everything else remains largely the same.
The position of chief constable was strongly opposed by the remnants of the Wang family and the ten-member family led by the Zhong family. In particular, they felt that such an appointment was tantamount to abandoning the people of Wanzhou. The words were very harsh, and Shi Wanwan was about to impulsively draw her greatsword on the spot!
This time, the Shi sisters also experienced the stark contrast between the warmth of their families and the strictness of social hierarchy, as if there were an insurmountable chasm between them. The two sisters felt somewhat powerless.
Furthermore, regarding the position of City God, which He Chen had designated, the Wang and Zhong families were even more opposed, arrogantly declaring, "A woman as City God? Are you trying to overthrow the world? We would rather die than agree to this!"
Liu Qianqian's exquisitely beautiful face was contorted with rage, almost bursting with murderous intent, as if she were about to devour someone in a fit of fury. She was about to draw her three-foot sword and unleash a torrent of ghostly energy. But she held back. In the mortal realm, without someone to back her up, she could not find peace.
After listening to their accounts, He Chen remained silent for a moment, then instructed, "Notify everyone who attended today, especially those who opposed it, that they must be present within half an hour. If they are not present, they should not offer any further opinions."
Looking out at the night sky, Mi Zhanguo didn't hesitate for a moment and loudly replied, "Yes, sir."
Then he rushed out, shouting, "Quickly, quickly! An order has been issued to all the family heads, clan leaders, and scholars who came to the meeting today, especially those who oppose it. They are not to arrive within half an hour and their right to voice their opinions is revoked. They are not allowed to offer any further opinions in the future."
Hurried footsteps filled the air as subordinates rushed off to report. In an instant, torches lit up the entire city of Wanzhou.
Sitting on the mahogany chair, looking at the four people remaining in the hall, Liu Qianqian, the City God, also arrived at some point. She stood quietly to the side, and when He Chen looked at her, she smiled awkwardly. Today's events made her feel deeply powerless. She hadn't even settled into the position of City God yet, and there were already a bunch of people opposing her. Although the others didn't oppose her, they didn't agree either.
The position of City God should be changed, or even replaced by one's own ancestor, rather than a woman. With the calamity of life and death over, the thoughts of the people in the city began to waver.
He nodded slightly to Liu Qianqian and said, "I've made my decision regarding the City God's matter. You don't need to worry too much. I will handle this matter well. I just hope you won't break my rules in the future."
Liu Qianqian nodded gently, her ethereal form materializing instantly as she appeared behind He Chen. Her cold hand gently pressed against his shoulder, and immediately, a sense of ease and relaxation washed over her from her slender, jade-like hand—the pressure was just right. She comfortably turned her neck slightly.
Then, turning to Xie Yanyan and the Shi sisters, he promised, "The same goes for you. You don't need to worry about what I promised you. You've both been busy all day, so go and rest. I'll handle things later. You don't need to get involved."
Jie Yanyan and the Shi sisters nodded gently, without saying much, but they felt a sense of relief, as if they had found their pillar of support.
The day was exhausting. Although they had made progress in their cultivation, their bodies were still weary. There was a meeting to attend later, so the three women exchanged glances and decided to go and rest first. They would come later when the major powers in the city arrived to lend their support. This matter was not just their own business, but also concerned their reputation and future development resources.
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