Empress: Your Majesty, please respect yourself, I don't want to be promoted

"I am here to see you, Your Majesty!"

After Lu Chen and Chai Hongyu entered the hall, they bowed to Jiang Chengwan who was sitting on the dragon throne.

"Get up quickly."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Jiang Chengwan looked at the eunuch beside him and said, "Give Mr. Lu a seat."

Chai Hongyu: “…”

The empress is... a little too stingy. Is this woman just this narrow-minded?
Lu Chen didn't care about these. After sitting down, Jiang Chengwan smiled at him and said softly, "Lu Qing, long time no see. Have you had any fun these days..."

Having said this, she suddenly paused, her face slightly reddened, but she did not continue.

Lu Chen was stunned for a moment, and asked in confusion: "What is it?"

"nothing."

Jiang Chengwan waved her hand, changed the subject, and said, "Chengyue has already told me about the affairs of the seven provinces. The affairs of Lingyun Mansion are basically on track. Next, we just need to follow the plan set by you, Lu Qing, step by step, and we can completely open up the southwest situation and relieve the pressure on the east line."

"You have achieved this in just a few months, Lu Qing, thank you for your hard work."

Lu Chen shook his head and said softly, "Thanks to your majesty's great blessing, the military and political affairs of Sui and Yu states are united, the people are united, and the officials of each department are sincere in their work, so that such results can be achieved. I am just doing what I should do. Your majesty's words are very serious, and I dare not take them for granted."

Hearing him say this, Jiang Chengwan couldn't help but sigh.

"You give all the credit to others, but you rush to take the blame. Lu Qing, how can I say good things about you with this habit..."

Chai Hongyu standing by nodded in agreement.

Ever since he followed Lu Chen, every time he had an achievement, he would try his best to push it away, as if the political achievements that others longed for but could not obtain were like a scourge to him.

It is obvious that he is of vital importance and many matters cannot be carried out without his promotion. However, he always says that his role is insignificant.

In short, I will take the blame and you will take the credit.

How could such a superior not be loved?

Lu Chen didn't feel anything about it. Although he didn't deliberately pursue the ascension by exploiting system bugs, it was hard to change the habit he had developed over a long period of time. Moreover, his official position was at least guaranteed, and his position as a minister was almost fixed. He was definitely second to none, and the empress trusted him immensely, so achievements were of no use to him.

Even fame is meaningless. After all, he doesn't want to usurp the throne and become emperor himself, so he might as well give more opportunities to others.

He didn't know how to respond to Jiang Chengwan's words, nor was he interested in discussing it, so he changed the subject and said to her, "Your Majesty, this time when I return to the capital, in addition to returning the Sword of Extreme Dao, I also have some other matters that I need to discuss with Your Majesty."

Jiang Chengwan nodded.

"Mr. Lu, just speak frankly. I will never disagree."

Lu Chen selectively ignored the polite words at the end and said, "Your Majesty, the biggest problem of Lingyun Prefecture and even the court is the serious shortage of talent reserves. The Hanlin Academy officials were all there when the evil queen seized power three years ago, and many local officials are loyal to the King of Chu and provide various conveniences for the rebels. I have been assassinated twice in a row this time, which is enough to show that the government system along the way is no longer trustworthy. This matter must be resolved as soon as possible, otherwise the foundation will be unstable and turmoil will occur in the rear, which will cause huge harm."

Hearing this, Jiang Chengwan's expression suddenly became solemn, she put away the smile on her face, and said in a deep voice: "What do you think, Mr. Lu?"

Lu Chen did not intend to keep the secret, and said bluntly: "Your Majesty, I plan to transfer Fang Yu and others from the Xuanji Guard who accompanied us when we were in the two states to control the floods back to the capital, and ask them to recommend people of the same path to come to the capital together, and then select some cultivators from the Xuanji Guard who are willing to study the way to save the world to come to Lingyun Mansion together."

Hearing this, Chai Hongyu felt a sense of uneasiness inexplicably deep in her heart.

What a big move, Lu Lang...is it really just to reorganize the rear?

Jiang Chengwan was also a little confused.

Of course she knew that although Fang Yu and the others did not have a master-disciple relationship with Lu Chen, they were actually his disciples. In the past two years, they had not only been implementing Lu Chen's way of saving the world, but also constantly spreading his ideas. It was estimated that Lu Chen probably had so many disciples that he didn't even know how many of them he had.

Now Fang Yu, Wang Yuan'e and others serve as chief officials in various places, especially in the northern border. Their assistance to Gu Simiao in governing local affairs has begun to show results. The local economy is recovering and developing rapidly, public security is also constantly improving, and the people's hearts have completely returned to the court.

It can be said that various places in the northern border are rapidly replicating the success of Yuzhou and Suizhou.

Recall them back to Beijing at this time...

Although the situation in the northern border has been improved, with Gu Si Miao, the strongest cultivator under the Saint King of Tianzhu Kingdom, in charge, the policies they implemented will not be terminated even if they leave office. However, without them, development will stagnate to some extent.

Lu Chen must be aware of this, so... why did he make such a decision... "Lu Qing, isn't it inappropriate for them to enter the capital at this time?"

Jiang Chengwan said hesitantly.

"It doesn't matter."

Lu Chen said calmly, "I am only seconding them for a period of about two months. When the time comes, I will let them return to their posts. Your Majesty can issue an order to ask Fang Yu and others to recommend someone to temporarily take charge of local affairs before they return to Beijing. If necessary, you can use the communication technique to ensure the stable development of the local area."

Hearing him say this, Jiang Chengwan nodded.

Since Lu Chen has already made a plan, there is no need to ask further.

"Well, I will issue an order later."

At this time, Lu Chen asked again: "Your Majesty, how is the battle going on with His Majesty the Holy King?"

"not too good."

Jiang Chengwan sighed, looking a little depressed.

"Although Qi and Lu have been recovered, the King of Chu has deployed heavy troops in the Jiangzuo area, and countless noble families and clans have provided them with financial support. They have used countless resources to build an insurmountable natural barrier. Even with the power of the Saint King, it is difficult to break through their defense line. The Saint King was even injured in the assault yesterday and had to retreat..."

"The situation on the eastern front has reached a stalemate. The imperial court has no spare energy to rush to help. What happens next depends on him."

Hearing this, Lu Chen's face darkened.

The Holy King was injured... As expected...she was right...

So, the fate of Saint King Cangming and I is... if only one of us can survive...

Thinking of this, a complex look flashed across his eyes.

This should be the best result... However, there are only five months, which is a bit rushed, and I don’t know if this time is enough...

Well, just do your best and leave the rest to fate, as long as you have a clear conscience...

"Is this so..."

Lu Chen's eyes regained clarity. He stared at Jiang Chengwan and said solemnly, "Your Majesty, please pay close attention to the war on the eastern front. If anything unexpected happens, it would be best to have someone copy a battle report and send it to Lingyun Mansion as soon as possible. I... may have some ideas about the eastern battlefield."

Jiang Chengwan nodded slightly and agreed.

The two then discussed the situation in the southwest, mainly about Ruan Min, who was isolated and helpless in Zhuzhou, and how to use this point to open up the situation in the southwest.

Ruan Min is a genuine pillar general. Although he is slightly inferior to Gu Simiao, he is also a great man of his generation and a genuine strong man in the Return to Oneness Realm. This fighting force is very likely to be the key point to break the deadlock in the southwest.

However, Jingxiang Province is too far away from Zhuzhou, and currently only the Jiangbei area of ​​Jingxiang is in the hands of the court. There is no way to join forces with Ruan Min for the time being.

We will have to wait until Lingyun Prefecture completes the integration of the seven provinces before we have a chance.

By the time the southwest affairs were discussed, it was already dusk and the strong sunlight had turned into a gentle sunset.

Lu Chen stood up and wanted to say goodbye, but Jiang Chengwan suddenly stood up.

"Mr. Lu, don't rush back. I have already prepared Lingyun Mansion for you in the southwest of Ziji City. You can handle official business there during your return to Beijing. Now you happen to be free, why not come with me to take a look and get familiar with the place."

"And I have already had a dinner prepared to welcome you, Mr. Lu. After you finish watching, Mr. Lu, please join me at the table."

Lu Chen thought about it, then nodded slightly.

"Your Majesty, thank you for your concern. I am very grateful."

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