Su Que brightened up when he heard Li Yujing say her family has influence in the Prefecture City.
In fact, upon learning of Li Yujing’s martial arts realm earlier, Su Que had already guessed that this woman ca from an extraordinary background.
Even if Li Yujing was older, she was estimated not to be over thirty.
When Ou Tianhao was killed by him, he was twenty-seven.
At that ti, Ou Tianhao, at the peak of Qi Blood Realm, was already considered a genius by Jiannan Prefecture City.
It shows that Li Yujing should also be considered a genius in Jiannan Prefecture.
Moreover, he heard that other martial artists practice differently than he does.
He practices entirely on his own efforts, elixirs are just an aid.
Other martial artists, even ones like Ou Tianhao, recognized as geniuses, who reached the peak of Qi Blood Realm at twenty-seven, rely not only on their talent but also consu vast resources.
The elixirs they took were more precious than the ones he used.
Besides taking elixirs, those martial artists also perford dicinal baths every night.
While eating, they drank tonic soups, and the at they consud was also beast at specially fed with various dicinal herbs.
If those martial artists reached his realm, the resources consud would be far more than his!
Thus, it can be seen that Li Yujing, who reached such a realm, must co from a wealthy family.
Li Yujing saying her family has influence in the Prefecture City should not be a lie.
Having one more person help him secure a governnt position would significantly increase his chances of obtaining one.
Su Que imdiately cupped his fists in a ceremonial salute of a Confucian scholar:
"If the young lady is truly willing to help secure a governnt position, I would be eternally grateful."
"By the way, how much influence does the young lady’s family possess in the Prefecture City?"
He asked this last question purely out of curiosity.
While gathering information in Jiannan Prefecture City, he beca sowhat familiar with so of the forces in Jian’an Prefecture City.
He wanted to figure out which faction this mysterious woman, familiar with Su Jing, belonged to.
"Have you heard of Mo Jin Comrce Association during your ti in the Prefecture City?" Li Yujing asked.
’Mo Jin Comrce Association... More than just heard of it...’
Su Que replied, "I have heard of it."
"The forces behind Mo Jin Comrce Association are related to my family," Li Yujing said.
Su Que’s eyes revealed a look of surprise.
He did not deliberately hide this expression, as it was indeed a typical reaction for a scholar upon hearing such news.
If Li Yujing is truly connected to the forces behind Mo Jin Comrce Association, it is very possible that she could secure a satisfactory governnt position for him.
After all, Mo Jin Comrce Association possesses so many treasures and wealth without being robbed, indicating its backing is undoubtedly strong.
"Is Mo Jin Comrce Association’s influence in the Prefecture City large?" Su Jing asked Su Que.
Su Que nodded: "Yes, Mo Jin Comrce Association is the largest association in Jiannan Prefecture City, selling many precious items."
Su Jing was slightly surprised and looked at Li Yujing: "Sister Jing, I did not expect your family influence to be so profound."
Previously, Li Yujing only told her that her family was much wealthier than ordinary families.
Su Jing thought Li Yujing was just a typical rich lady, possibly equivalent to a landlord in Jade Water City.
But did not realize that Li Yujing’s family had such significant influence.
"If Sister Jing indeed secures a good official position for Xiao Que, I truly wouldn’t know how to repay you," Su Jing gratefully said.
Li Yujing gently held Su Jing’s slender white wrist with her delicate hands, and her infinitely enchanting eyes poured like a spring over Su Jing’s delicate face, softly saying:
"Xiao Jing, given our relationship, what more needs to be said?"
Su Que was a bit dumbfounded.
What kind of relationship is this...?
Also, he rembered Luo Tianli ntioning that Su Jing and Li Yujing imdiately hit it off, but due to the inconvenience of conversation, they left Luo Tianli’s ho and returned to their own ho.
This conversation... Was it truly just a conversation?
Forget it... Never mind...
If it were the original self, he might not understand or tolerate such a relationship.
But coming from an enlightened era, this sort of relationship doesn’t bother him.
Li Yujing finally removed her gaze from Su Jing and subsequently addressed Su Que:
"What thoughts do you have regarding an official position, Xiao Que?"
Su Que imdiately said, "To be honest, I have never sought conflict with others, and I have no interest in the struggles of officialdom."
"I am more inclined towards nurturing health and exercising, enjoying tea and fishing, calligraphy, and writing poetry."
"If I can have a well-paid leisure position, that would be the best."
Li Yujing nodded lightly upon hearing that, then looked at Su Jing:
"Xiao Jing, what are your thoughts?"
Su Jing said, "If it were before, I would have hoped Xiao Que could make a contribution in the officialdom and glorify the Su family na."
"However, with the recent incident involving the White Lotus Sect, when I heard Constable Luo ntion, the previous County Magistrate Zhan Qingtian almost got exterminated."
"It beca clear that in this world, taking up a governnt position lies in substantial danger."
"Thus, I indeed hope Xiao Que rely secures a satisfactory official position and then marries and has children."
Li Yujing said, "Since you have also said so, I will send a letter to the Prefecture City to have soone take care of matters for you two."
Su Que cupped his fists again, expressing gratitude, "Many thanks."
Li Yujing nodded with a smile and then took Su Jing’s arm, heading outside the estate.
Su Jing turned around and said, "Xiao Que, you stay in the estate first, I am going out with Sister Jing for a stroll."
Su Que imdiately nodded, watching the graceful backs of the two walk out of the gate before he returned to his room.
After the gate closed, he continued to circulate True Qi, nurturing his ridians within the room.
...
The news of Su Que obtaining a rank quickly spread throughout Jade Water City.
Not only Lv Qixiu and his son, the academy founder, Landlord Li, but also several other landlords from Jade Water City ca to the estate, offering gifts to congratulate.
Additionally, they all expressed willingness to contribute financially to help Su Que secure a governnt position.
They also asked about Su Que’s intentions—whether he preferred to work in the county or the Prefecture City.
Su Que imdiately clarified his intentions.
He did not disclose that Li Yujing was working to secure a governnt position for him.
After all, the more people assisting him, the higher his chance of obtaining a governnt position.
If Li Yujing failed to secure a position, he could still rely on these landlords.
If Li Yujing succeeded in securing a position for him, he could then extend his gratitude to these landlords.
...
Eight days later, a plain-clothed constable from Jiannan Prefecture City arrived swiftly on horseback, delivering a letter to Su Que.
Upon opening it, he found his appointnt docunt inside.
Su Que’s post is an inspector in Jiannan Prefecture City Governnt Office, a rank nine position.
This governnt position was arranged by Li Yujing.
Inspector, responsible for overseeing the collection, proofreading, and filing of various docunts in the governnt office.
Underneath them, there are also several clerks to lend a hand.
The role of inspector involves comprehensive managent of work, with specific tasks delegated to clerks, thus counting as a leisure position.
As Jade Water City is occupied by the Heaven-Breaking Army, when Su Que assud the position, naturally there was no County Magistrate’s Office to send him off, nor could there be any grand ceremony.
Su Que, holding his appointnt letter, packed his belongings, and along with Su Jing, followed a group of ten with Li Yujing to the Prefecture City.
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