74: Chapter 74 Betting Left and Right, Favors Everywhere! Chu Xiong is Shocked!

Hearing this, Shen Yi finally realized the truth.

In its place, an expression of boundless joy appeared.

He was somewhat acquainted with Chu Sheng from the Ministry of War's Military Affairs Division, having offered lingyuan rice last month to build a connection.

But it was merely a nodding acquaintance based on a convenient favor.

It could be considered a bit of a connection... but the bond was not deep.

But right now, judging by the intentions of Registrar Feng Yong, it was clear he wanted to establish a good relationship with him?

Regardless of whether it was genuine or fake, as long as a hint of such an intention was revealed, it was more than enough for Shen Yi to be overwhelmed.

In this world, having talent alone is useless; only by constantly seeking patrons and riding the momentum can one achieve great things!

Thinking of this, Shen Yi understood the crux of the matter, so he cupped his hands and said in a deep voice.

"The descent of the diluojiang is an auspicious sign bestowed by the Heavenly Dao!"

"That it fell within Taiping County is due to the merits of you gentlemen!"

"Shen Yi is merely a Town Chief from a humble background; I just happened to pass by, happened to discover it... and subsequently reported it."

"How could it be Shen Yi's merit?"

"It is naturally due to the merits of the guidance and pacification provided by you gentlemen... only by receiving the favor of Heaven and Earth could the koi appear!"

Shen Yi's words were undeniably clever.

He had truly been beaten into submission by reality.

He immediately tossed the greatest share of the credit to the Feng Yong before him.

He did not covet even a shred of it.

Not only that, his attitude was surprisingly good.

Seeing this attitude, Feng Yong found it incredibly gratifying.

He became even more curious about the Shen Yi before him.

Shen the Top Scholar... for someone in the top three at the prefecture and Dao level to be arrogant and proud of their talent was only normal!

The imperial examinations were the proper path for officials of the Immortal Dynasty, and being able to fight one's way out of the situation of thousands of troops crossing a single-plank bridge was no small feat.

And to do so as someone from a humble background, fighting one's way out amidst the encirclement of noble families—how difficult that must have been...

His talent must be so outstanding that even the officials of the Prefecture Dao Inspection Department had to hold their noses and accept it.

And such a person could see things so clearly.

He truly was a Genius!

At this moment, Feng Yong suddenly felt something in his heart...

"This child... he knows when to yield and when to stand tall; he will surely be extraordinary in the future!"

He slowly regained his composure, coughed, and laughed dumbfoundedly.

"We old folks aren't so greedy."

"Your merit is yours; it won't run away."

"Rest assured!"

"It is all thanks to you gentlemen!"

"Hahahaha..."

Registrar Feng waved his hand with a smile.

"Such flattery is going a bit too far."

"Tell me... what important business brings you here?"

Shen Yi beckoned, and Yan Shu respectfully stepped forward.

After explaining the purpose of his visit, Feng Yong looked surprised.

"A wonder... such things are extremely rare."

"In all of Taiping County, there are only three such wonders."

"You certainly have deep karmic fortune."

"This ancestral hall is not simple either; it can collect the incense of the common people... protecting them so they live longer, have stronger bodies, and are quick-witted!"

"If it receives an imperial edict, it can be promoted to a higher rank, and may even be able to sprout more sprouts of immortals or martial artists."

"In the future... you must make good use of it!"

"Yes."

Seeing this, Feng Yong did not hesitate; he brought out the County Magistrate's official seal from his desk and pressed it onto the official transfer contract!

Then he said with a smile.

"For the year-end evaluation, this ancestral hall can also provide extra points!"

"I heard you are doing well in Qinghe Town, and the fellow villagers approve of you quite a bit."

"You have delivered some grain and provisions to the Ministry of War."

"Combining both, when the Official of the Ministry of Personnel arrives, you, as an official of the Immortal Dynasty of the ninth rank, are guaranteed to be appointed!"

"It's even possible for you to be a full ninth rank!"

Shen Yi said in surprise.

"To jump so far in one go, is that possible?"

Feng Yong smiled.

"Guess how the children of those noble families get their gilded credentials?"

"They have countless capable subordinates and generals, and the Dao Soldiers in their armies are elites."

"Starting as a Town Chief, they can master both civil and military affairs in half a year, combining civil and military roles."

"That's much more exaggerated than what you're doing."

"The merit of the koi is an auspicious sign... the Ministry of Personnel will naturally take that into consideration!"

"Just wait patiently."

"The good days are still ahead."

Shen Yi displayed a perfectly measured expression of wild joy and cupped his hands.

"Thank you for your guidance, sir."

After speaking... and chatting for a while, Shen Yi left the study.

He then hurried without stopping, heading towards the Ministry of War!

Among the Six Ministries, the Ministry of War is located at the drill grounds.

The Ministry of War within the Taiping County government office is more like an administrative office!

The Military Affairs Division handles business inside... as for the elite troops, they are not there.

Matters concerning bounties require the signature and verification of the Ministry of War's chiliarch.

He needed to go to the drill grounds.

Fortunately, it was not far.

Wasting about half an incense stick's worth of time, the group arrived at the Ministry of War's drill grounds.

A military stronghold, ordinary people are not allowed to enter.

However, after explaining his purpose, Shen Yi was led to a fairly spacious pavilion.

The first to arrive was Chu Sheng... before he even appeared, a loud voice cut through the wind.

"Brother Shen is here?"

"Is there any progress on the Black Fiend Bandits?"

Chu Sheng happened to be working nearby, and upon hearing that Shen Yi had come, he made the trip.

After entering the door, they exchanged pleasantries for a moment.

Then, the sound of armor clashing quietly filled the air.

Chu Sheng's expression became serious, and he said in a deep voice.

"Brother Shen... let's talk business, no need for flattery or flowery words."

"Director Chu... doesn't like people who use honeyed words."

Great... another nest of nepotism.

The Ministry of Revenue and the administration, along with grain and population matters, are the Feng family's private preserve.

This Ministry of War... is the Chu family's private preserve.

Ordinary people wanting to get ahead?

Not to mention whether it's difficult... that possibility simply doesn't exist!

A middle-aged man wearing armor slowly walked into the room.

His armor had some damaged saber marks, but it looked even more fierce!

Evil Qi flowed over it; he was clearly a battle-hardened Dao Soldier.

A Second-Rank Dao Soldier.

He also had the aura of a martial artist...

Dual Cultivation?

After Shen Yi bowed and straightened up slightly... he saw that this martial artist was extremely burly and looked quite rugged.

Looking down at Shen Yi, he said in a deep voice.

"Those little bastards from the Black Fiend Bandits were killed by you?"

Shen Yi nodded and produced the heads.

Commander Chu Xiong had a thick aura; seeing this, he just waved his hand, and naturally, his personal guards went to inspect them.

He looked at the Shen Yi before him with great interest and said in a deep voice.

"Was it also you who delivered the grain last time?"

"Just a small effort... a small effort."

The man sneered.

"A small effort? You count a First-Rank spirit plant as a small effort?"

"It seems your background is also quite profound."

"I am... from a humble background."

"Heh."

Shen Yi felt quite pressured.

This man was a bit too ignorant of social nuances.

He was completely different from Feng Yong.

But fortunately, the soldier conducting the verification saved him in time.

"Chiliarch... that's right, it is the Black Fiend Bandits."

"Hmm..."

Commander Chu Xiong nodded and said in a deep voice.

"Three heads, counting those other Dao Soldiers and bandits... let's count it as four minor merits."

"How about that?"

"I'll also include it in your evaluation... rated [Excellent]."

Shen Yi nodded respectfully, then... took another head out of his Storage Pouch.

It was teeming with evil energy.

Seeing this, Commander Chu Xiong's eyes flickered, and he stood up abruptly.

"The Great Black Heaven Mother Buddha Sect."

"Level 9 Qi Refining?"

"Good lad!"