However, just guessing about this matter will not work. It needs to be realized. Therefore, even if everyone guessed it when they saw the official uniform, they would not show it on their faces, but they would be more solemn.
The originally quiet courtyard became even more solemn and solemn.
In the silence, Chai Kejing was in front, and a pale young man only took a step back to follow. Behind him were three county magistrates, all of whom looked happy, but looked a little uneasy if they looked closely. It seemed that they had passed their breath first.
The armored soldiers marched with their swords drawn, their footsteps clattering, and they were carrying out a solemn killing.
"Your Majesty, your Majesty!" All the officials saluted in unison: "Greetings, Your Majesty!"
"Everyone, please stand up!" Chai Kejing bowed his head in return and said, "This is Mr. Yu Luyu, the current number one scholar, and the imperial attaché appointed by the emperor!"
"Everyone knows the remaining three county magistrates, so I won't introduce them further."
"Greetings to Master Yu, greetings to the three adults!" Everyone saluted again, and then fell into silence.
Chai Kejing glanced over and remained silent for a long time.
The officials all slumped down, and it was so quiet that they could only hear the sound of the wind, the sound of people in the distance, and the sound of cows' hooves. After a long time, Chai Kejing spoke in a hoarse voice.
"I know that there are quite a few of you who have meritorious service and hard work. Some of you are even awarded by the Ministry of Civil Affairs or the Ministry of Punishment."
"But officials and officials are not connected. With the imperial system, many of you have almost no chance!" Chai Kejing said calmly. Most of the people below were in a commotion, but no one spoke.
"This time, the opportunity has come!"
"Everyone, you have come here after careful consideration. I won't say anything more!"
"What you want to do is to become an official, and then control all the yamen. Finally, everyone will discuss who is a corrupt official, whose homes will be ransacked, or whose heads will be beheaded!"
After saying this, Chai Kejing turned around, knelt down and kowtowed, and said, "I would like to invite you, your great grandson!"
"Chitose!"
Everyone already knew who was coming and bowed down together.
Following this sound, there was a clanging sound, which sounded like the collision of armor as it moved around.
A group of armored soldiers walked in from outside surrounded by one person. The waiting officials lowered their heads more and more, trying to look as humble as possible.
And when the person who was being embraced came to everyone, there was no need to remind him, and he shouted in unison: "I will pay my respects to the great grandson, a thousand years old, a thousand years old!"
Su Ziji faced everyone and raised his hand slightly: "Everyone, get up."
After everyone stood up, Su Ziji glanced at these people.
Some are old or young, but the youngest is more than thirty years old. They have different official grades and all look respectful.
The whole scene was silent, and everyone said nothing, holding their breath, waiting for the grandson to speak.
Someone stood in front, raised his eyes slightly, and saw Taisun's jaw: "I am following the emperor's order to inspect the grain depot for illegal things!"
"Before leaving, His Majesty reminded us that granaries are the lifeblood of the military and civilians, and depend on millions of people for food and clothing. They must not be lax and strict!"
"This huge burden rests on Gu's shoulders. Although I am weak, I dare not not be careful!"
"We are all loyal and innocent ministers, and the choice we have made makes me happy, but things have just begun now, and all ministers still need to work hard."
These words sounded very grand, but everyone looked solemn, and many people chewed on them secretly. Yu Lu knew more, and was more enlightened.
Many people think this is just a pretentious statement, but in fact, it is Taisun’s true and fundamental statement.
After saying these words, Taisun turned around and ordered: "Announce it."
Chai Kejing on the side immediately bowed and responded: "Yes."
Next, he straightened up and looked at the group of people standing in front of him with a serious expression: "Master Chengzhuang Jingzhuang of Gaohua County, please come up."
Although Gaohua County Magistrate Zhuang Jing had expected it, he was the first person to be called up, and even buzzed.
He was just a down-and-out scholar in the previous dynasty. The new dynasty had just begun and there was an urgent need for talents. The imperial examination was also very simple. He was an examiner. But he always understood that he was too lucky, so he failed the Jinshi exam once and became an official.
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I started my career as a Juren at the ninth rank, and then gradually climbed to the eighth rank as county magistrate. Although I have a good Juren background, if I want to go further, it is as difficult as reaching the sky.
Zhuang Jing actually gave up. The county magistrate was an official without power, but he was not as powerful as the county captain or the lord.
He is not too young either. If he had been younger when he first passed the exam, he might have been able to make further progress.
Now?
He had long lost his fighting spirit. At this moment, an opportunity fell into his arms, and he was "invited" by Chai Kejing to take charge of the overall situation.
For a moment, he felt that his long-dead heart suddenly came to life, and his fever was extremely strong.
If you give orders in the morning, you will die in the evening!
Zhuang Jing naturally understood how deep the water was here and what was going to happen next, but he, a man in his fifties, strode up.
This impatient attitude is determined to win. In the eyes of everyone, no one laughs.
Pairs of eyes were fixed on Zhuang Jing and Chai Kejing.
Chai Kejing praised a few words, and then announced very directly: "The magistrate of Gaohua County has been corrupt and perverted the law, and has been dismissed. But how can a county be left unmanaged for a long time? I have appointed Mr. Zhuang as the representative of Gaohua County."
Magistrate, come and give Magistrate Cheng the magistrate’s official uniform!”
After Chai Kejing finished speaking, a servant not far away came up with clothes in his hands.
Even though Zhuang Jing had already guessed that this would happen, when the piece of "pie" really hit him on the head, he was still so excited that his hands were trembling.
"I thank you, your great grandson. Thank you, sir. I'll put it on now!" He kowtowed solemnly to express his gratitude to Heaven and went directly to change it.
He is not stupid, he naturally knows that he was called up and announced as acting magistrate in public, just to be a model. This is Taisun's kindness, so of course he has to change his uniform in front of everyone.
Zhuang Jing immediately put on his official uniform on the spot. It was a seventh-grade official uniform with five colors, which made his wrinkled face look radiant.
After he once again thanked Taisun for his kindness, bowed towards him and left, he couldn't help but wipe his eyes while no one was paying attention.
A fifty-year-old man burst into tears.
But no one who saw it laughed at him, and some even had a sore nose and mixed feelings.
Everyone present can understand Zhuang Jing's mood at this moment.
Chai Kejing was very satisfied with their response, and then called: "Anlu County Lieutenant, Huang Shize."
A middle-aged man in the crowd burst into tears.
It's even more difficult for him. He has always been a person who does a lot in the county, but is marginalized by others.
Especially the county magistrate was very dissatisfied with him and always wanted to find fault and punish him.
He worked hard and was extra careful, so he didn't fall into a trap.
Unexpectedly, he had endured it for so long, and now he has endured it! The end of all hardships has brought joy!
This Huang Shize was also elected as acting magistrate of the county.
Huang Shize was a rough man with a military background. He threw himself to the ground, crying and shouting: "The last general will definitely die. If anyone dares to disobey, the last general will lead his troops and kill them all!"
These words are vulgar, and everyone's expression is subtle.
Su Ziji nodded and smiled, and Chai Kejing coughed: "Next one!"
For such a group of people, everyone who is called here will have a share, and those who are low-ranking will basically be promoted to the top. Basically, they will be promoted to acting magistrates, county magistrates, principals, county captains and the like.
The low-grade clerks are commissioned to inspect and serve as officials in each room.
The county magistrate, on the other hand, continued to be a county magistrate, and at the same time, he also gained at least one rank of "part-time job". It is conceivable that when things get better, he will inevitably be promoted.
Such people are also given higher-level official uniforms.
After a long time, everyone changed their clothes and bowed together with happy faces.
"I would like to express my gratitude to my grandson for your great kindness!"
Su Ziji lowered his head, glanced at Chai Kejing, and walked away.
Chai Kejing led everyone to bow down, and after a long time he stood up, looked at the people in front of him, and said in a deep voice: "Your great grace, everyone has accepted it. Now, are you clear about your duties?"
"I understand!" All the officials bowed together, showing a hint of murderous intent.
Official positions are now based on generation (power), which is temporary. If you want to be stable, you must beat your predecessor to death. Not only that, the shortfall in the granary must also be made up, and the grandson must be given a beautiful handover.
Although it is nothing more than confiscation of homes and beheadings, this list is not given above and needs to be discussed by everyone.
This is also a certificate of submission.
This is a hundred times better than Taisun or Chai Kejing giving orders on their own. If Taisun or Chai Kejing gives orders, the subordinates can still shirk their responsibilities and just act according to orders. The public consensus is to confiscate the house and behead everyone, but everyone has taken the sword and cannot get off the boat.
In other words, it is impossible to get off the ship.
Naturally there is only one way.
However, people who have not passed by have no idea how rare this opportunity is, let alone their awe-inspiring mood at this time.