Chapter 1100: Chapter 1097: Xie Yu’s Official Position
“Then the person behind him, having lost such a big henchman, will definitely be angry. You should be careful in your daily interactions,” Ye Muyu expressed with concern.
“Don’t worry, there’s just no evidence on the surface.” Chu Heng didn’t hide this from her, as once they entered the capital, if Ye Muyu was unaware of these matters and got schemed against, he would deeply regret it.
“Ah.” Ye Muyu, surprised yet feeling it was expected, after understanding, didn’t find it strange anymore, “No wonder, I was saying, with your capabilities, how could you possibly not obtain any evidence at all.”
“Is it that you didn’t have enough evidence to bring down the opponent, or, perhaps, it involves too many others, beyond what the evidence that the Magistrate of Yuzhou holds can decide?” Ye Muyu asked, sharing her own guesses.
Chu Heng lowered his head, seeing her clean and brightly smooth face, he was accustomed to her occasionally guessing some part of the situation correctly.
“Yes.” Chu Heng admitted, “The situation in the capital is plex. Avoid Duke Zheng’s Mansion if possible.”
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Ye Muyu silently noted this prominent noble family in her heart.
Time swiftly passed by.
That day Ye Muyu was reading letters sent from her hometown, from Chu Xing, Madam Liu, her mother’s family, and Xiang Ling’er. Besides these, there were also New Year’s gifts sent from General Shen’s side, and from acquaintances and friends from her old home, all transported by merchant ships.
It was already the last month of the year, and the New Year was not far off.
Ye Muyu had already sent the New Year gifts back early.
“Lady, a guest has arrived.” Ye Muyu was just reading about how Du Heng wanted to marry Xiang Ling’er when she pondered what wedding gift to prepare for both of them.
Upon hearing this, she put away the list of gifts and the letters, asking, “Who is it?”
“It’s Eldest Xie.” Su Mei recognized Xie Yu and smiled, “Lady, it’s a piece of great news. It’s said that Eldest Xie has e to officially take up his new position.”
Normally, appointments would start after the New Year, but there were exceptions. Xie Yu, without any background in the capital, had passed the imperial examination and had been staying in the capital trying to find a position, but without finding a suitable one.
Having been referred by Chu Heng now, he came to Yuzhou without hesitation.
“Where is he?” Ye Muyu was also a bit surprised and immediately stood up to go outside, while Chun Xing quickly picked up a cloak and draped it over her.
By the time Ye Muyu arrived at the front courtyard.
She saw Chu Heng weling Xie Yu, while at the doorway, Steward Luo was helping to arrange Xie Yu’s carriage, luggage, and servants.
“Ah Yu sister.” Xie Yu saw her, a smile appeared on his handsome face: “Long time no see.”
Ye Muyu walked over, asking with concern, “It must have been tiring for you to travel so far. Do you want to go settle down first, then we can talk about everything after dinner?”
Xie Yu didn’t refuse, “Brother Chu, I’ll go get settled first, then e to your study to talk more.”
“Okay.”
Xie Yu was led by the servants to a guest room.
Ye Muyu asked Chu Heng, “Will Xie Yu be serving as the County Magistrate in a county under Yuzhou from now on?”
“Yes, his family has no foundation in the capital. Unless appointed directly by the Emperor, it’s hard to remain in the capital. He has been waiting a long time for an opportunity. Serving as an official outside the capital also requires selecting the right place, otherwise it’s hard to get promoted.”
“Now Yuzhou is in dire need of revitalization, which makes it a place where acplishments can easily be made. I need to implement quite a few policies, and the flood issue urgently needs addressing. Xie Yu is young, but he’s a good official who works for the people. Our collaboration will make things a lot easier.”
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