The Return of the Demon

#1199 - Strong

Ning Chen shook his head and laughed. This Huai'an actually secretly stole his person.

Little did they know that this matter was proposed by Emperor Xuan.

At that time, Emperor Xuan had no choice but to dismiss Shen Min, but he knew Shen Min's abilities very well and had always wanted to find an opportunity to re-employ him.

But later, when Zhang Tianlun came to power, the matter was left unresolved.

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Therefore, when Emperor Xuan went out this time, he did as Emperor An suggested, if Ning Chen recaptured Xiangzhou, he would transfer Shen Min back.

Ning Chen smiled and said, "Old Shen, I am not really angry, I was just joking... You look very energetic and seem to be very satisfied with your current position."

Most people would feel uncomfortable falling from a second-rank official to a fourth-rank official, but Shen Min didn't care at all.

Shen Min smiled and said, "I am very happy to be reused... As for the official position, it is not important. Although I am only a fourth-rank official now, I am still an important official anyway.

Your Majesty, rest assured that I will do my best to ensure that the people of the Eastern Territory, which you have worked so hard to recover, can live a good life.

When I came here, I made a promise to Your Majesty that within five years, the people of the entire Eastern Territory, even ordinary people, would have two to three years of food reserves... If you fail to do so, I will be dismissed and returned to the capital to stand trial."

Ning Chen was shocked, "Are you playing such a big game?"

Shen Min smiled and said, "If it were a barren land, I wouldn't dare to guarantee it, but the land in the East is fertile and the resources are abundant. As long as there is no war, it won't be a problem to achieve this within five years."

Ning Chen nodded slightly and looked at the officials, "Everyone should take Lord Shen as an example. If all the officials in Daxuan are like Lord Shen, why should we worry about not being strong?

This king has fought wars in the south and north to expand the territory, but governance still depends on you. "

Ning Chen finished speaking, clasped his fists and said, "My Lords, the Eastern Territory will be handed over to you from now on. Please do not disappoint His Majesty and this King."

All the officials said in unison: "Don't worry, Your Majesty, we will do our best to serve the court."

"Okay..." Ning Chen said in a clear voice: "I only look at the results, no matter how big or small the official position is. If you do a good job, you will be rewarded, if you do not do a good job, you will be punished. Those who are just sitting in the office and doing nothing will be punished by me... uh, I am a killer on the battlefield, so I won't tell you the consequences, you can think about it yourself.

The East Territory has just been recovered and there is a lot of work to be done. The surrounding cities are still under military control... My Lords, time is tight and the task is heavy. Now that you have taken office, you must get down to work immediately. Within one month, I want all government affairs in the East Territory to be on track.

In the early spring of next year, I will come to the East Territory again. Whoever does a good job, I will treat him to a drink... If he does not do a good job, I am sorry, I will treat him to a bullet.

The Great Xuan court does not keep useless people, do you understand?"

The officials turned pale and knelt down hastily, saying in unison: "We understand. Your Majesty, please rest assured that we will not let you down and live up to your expectations."

Ning Chen nodded slightly and said indifferently: "I also believe that you gentlemen will not let me down... Old Pan, send you gentlemen out.

Lord Shen, please stay for a moment. I have something else to tell you."

The other officials saluted and stepped back.

Shen Min leaned forward and said, "If your Majesty has anything to say, just tell me."

Ning Chen smiled and said, "It's okay, I know your abilities, I am absolutely confident that you will govern the East Territory.

I'll leave you here. We haven't seen each other for a long time. I'll buy you a drink."

Shen Min leaned forward and smiled, "Then I will respectfully obey your command. I am just offering you a gift to thank you for giving me the strength I just gave you."

Among the officials sent this time, half are old hands in officialdom, and the other half are reserve officials. Many of them have the support of powerful families, and the forces behind them cannot be underestimated.

Although he was the governor of Xiangzhou, sometimes people didn't necessarily treat him well.

Just now Ning Chen had been encouraging him.

There is a saying circulating in the officialdom now: if you offend His Majesty, you may still have a chance to survive...but if you offend the Regent, you will surely die, and His Majesty will be the first to exterminate your entire family.

With Ning Chen's support, it will be much easier for him to do things next time.

Ning Chen sighed and said, "The Eastern Territory has been ruined by Zhang Tianlun. Everything is in ruins and the people are displaced. If we want to settle down as soon as possible, we have to do something drastic.

Old Shen, winter is coming soon. The people are already having a hard time with the lack of food and clothing. If corrupt officials, thieves and bandits appear at this time, the people will be forced into a desperate situation.

In troubled times, severe punishments are needed; serious illnesses require strong medicines. You can go ahead and do your best. Anyone who dares to interfere will be severely punished and will not be forgiven... If the sky falls, I will hold it up for you."

Shen Min nodded and bowed: "With your words, I know what to do?

Your Majesty, please rest assured. I will not disappoint your Majesty and your expectations."

Ning Chen nodded slightly. He believed in Shen Min. Although this old man was a scholar, he was a man of iron will. He would not back down even if a knife was placed on his neck.

Immediately, Ning Chen asked people to prepare a banquet.

During the meal, Shen Min picked up the wine glass to toast Ning Chen, but found that there was no glass in front of Ning Chen, so she subconsciously asked: "Your Majesty, don't you want to drink?"

Ning Chen smiled and said, "I said I would treat you to a drink, but I didn't say I would drink with you... Go ahead and drink. I drank too much last night and I haven't recovered yet, so I'll drink tea instead."

Shen Min: “…”

The two ate and chatted.

In the end, Shen Min drank too much and Ning Chen felt bloated.

Ning Chen asked someone to help Shen Min go and rest first.

At this moment, Xiao Yanxi walked in.

She held two sets of clothes in her hands.

Ning Chen asked curiously: "Is this made for me?"

Xiao Yanxi shook her head and said, "This was sent by the Emperor, along with a letter."

Xiao Yanxi put down her clothes, then took out a letter and handed it to Ning Chen.

After Ning Chen opened it and read it, he couldn't help but laugh.

He walked over, picked up the garment and opened it. It was a black fox fur cloak with two silver pythons embroidered on it.

He put it on and asked Xiao Yanxi: "Does it look good?"

Xiao Yanxi nodded. This fox fur cloak was restrained and gorgeous, making Ning Chen look even more noble and extraordinary.

Ning Chen said: "The emperor has arrived in Yunzhou. This cloak is made of Yunzhou's specialty silk and fox fur... He said winter is coming and he was worried that I would be cold."

Xiao Yanxi smiled and said, "The emperor really dotes on you."

Ning Chen laughed, "Not only do you love me, you love me too." Then he pointed to another item and said, "This one is for you. Father said that as a girl, you must take good care of yourself after following me through battles."

Xiao Yanxi was stunned, "For me?"

Ning Chen hummed, "When did you see me wearing white?"

Xiao Yanxi walked over and opened the cloak. It was a fox fur cloak with a white background and cloud silk narcissus pattern. It was obviously women's clothing, low-key and noble.

Xiao Yanxi put it on. Although she knew that Emperor Xuan loved everyone in the house, she still couldn't hide her excitement and warmth. She looked at Ning Chen and asked, "Does it look good?"

Ning Chen shook his head, "It doesn't look good!"

Xiao Yanxi was stunned.

Ning Chen smiled and said, "How can you just say it's beautiful? This is clearly a beauty that can shame flowers and the moon, sink fish and drop geese, overwhelm the country, and is otherworldly, graceful and charming, a beautiful lady..."

"stop......"

Xiao Yanxi quickly stopped him with a red face. She felt embarrassed to hear Ning Chen praise her.

Ning Chen said seriously: "I am telling the truth.

But to be honest, my father is worthy of being an emperor. His taste and vision are incomparable to ordinary people... These two cloaks are really beautiful. I give him a thumbs up. "