Upon learning of the arrival of the holy decree, a group of subordinate officials walked out of their respective offices, and a group of scribes also walked from the sixth room to the courtyard. Of course, there was also the yacha who hurriedly ran to the signing room, and talked to Lin Haoran, who was working.

Lin Haoran is about to return to Changlin Village for the New Year, but he is worried that there will be some chaos in Leizhou City during the Spring Festival, and he is telling his fellow acquaintance Liu Jiyu and Dai Beihe, hoping that the two of them can deal with some serious emergencies.

Although it is very glorious as a government, it also bears a great political responsibility. Once Leizhou City falls, no matter how beautiful his previous exploits are, then his prefect will come to an end.

"The next official will live up to the trust of the adults!"

Liu Jiyu and Dai Beihe are both stable people, and they are very solemn.

Lin Haoran nodded slightly, he still trusted these two hard-working subordinate officers very much, believing that with their ability to deal with any emergency, he raised his hand and was about to retreat them.

It was at this moment that a servant hurriedly ran in, his face showing joy at first, but he seemed to feel that it was inappropriate, so he saluted solemnly and said, "Lord Qiqi Mansion, there is a holy decree here!" ”

Divine decree?

Hearing these words, Liu Jiyu and Dai Beihe glanced at each other, and their eyes flashed with surprise.

The decree represents the command of the Son of Heaven, but it is unpredictable. Some people were promoted to the rank of knight by virtue of a holy decree, some people were degraded from Beijing by a holy decree, and some people were imprisoned because of the holy decree.

Lin Haoran was also stunned, there were many speculations in his heart, but when his qi cultivation skills rose, his face looked very calm. I was jokingly thinking in my heart: Maybe it's about to be the New Year, and the saint is verbally rewarding him, a meritorious man who has worked hard to purchase ambergris.

In the lobby of the mansion, Gonggong Chen was standing on the lobby with the holy decree in his hand.

Several subordinate officials in the courtyard were waiting anxiously there, and at the same time secretly looking at this extremely high-ranking Chen Gonggong. It's just that they are dwarfed by each other, and they dare not come forward to talk rashly, lest they bring humiliation upon themselves.

"There's Lao Chen's father-in-law!"

Lin Haoran came out of Gongyin's door and took the initiative to greet Gonggong Chen.

Gonggong Chen nodded lightly, and his impression of Lin Haoran seemed to be good, but he said in a businesslike manner: "Lin Futai is polite, please take the order first!" ”

Lin Haoran went down to the courtyard, but he saw a small head sneakily peeking out of the door, blinking at his gaze, and those eyes seemed full of curiosity.

The tiger girl was playing in the craftsman's courtyard next to her, and after learning the news, she hurriedly ran back to hear the news. It's just that she doesn't plan to appear in the courtyard, and she doesn't want to kneel and dirty her clothes.

"Weichen Leizhou Governor Lin Haoran received the order, long live the emperor, long live, long live!"

Lin Haoran ignored the wild girl, carefully arranged her clothes, and then led all the subordinate officials and scribes to salute and worship in unison.

Gonggong Chen unfolded the holy decree in his hand, cleared his throat and read aloud: "Fengtian carries the emperor, and the edict says: Since Lin Haoran, the prefect of Leizhou, has eliminated bullies, redressed grievances, punished big traitors, and suppressed robbers...... Dedication to reason, for the first place in politics. Praise and virtue, reward to the material, today specially promoted to the prefect of Guangzhou, admiration! ”

Yes? The prefect of Guangzhou?

After hearing about this new appointment, although some people have heard this rumor before, it is still surprising and enviable when it is actually delivered.

Don't look at the difference between the prefect of Leizhou and the prefect of Guangzhou, but in fact, the difference is very far. In addition to the two capitals, there are only thirteen provincial capitals, and most of the court officials will know about Guangzhou Mansion, but Leizhou Mansion, Lianzhou Mansion, Gaozhou Mansion and so on have no impression at all.

The most important thing is that the four products are a very important threshold for officials in the Ming Dynasty.

Once this threshold is reached, in the future, instead of going to Dafu to continue to serve as the prefect, then go to the political secretary to participate in politics or to serve as the deputy judge according to the judge, not to mention that he can directly join the post as a servant of the six departments when he returns to Beijing.

In the same way, many people hope to take this important step as soon as possible, so that their careers can be attacked, retreated, and defended. It's just that this threshold is stuck in countless people with lofty ideals, and many of the top three jinshi are just from the four-rank prefect in their lives.

Now Lin Haoran seems to have taken a small step, but in essence, he has taken a big step, officially becoming an important official of the Ming Dynasty, and even the prefect of the largest prefecture in the Liangguang region.

"Chen Lin Haoran bowed to the Holy Grace!"

Lin Haoran bowed in a proper manner, and then took the holy decree from Gonggong Chen's hand, and also exhaled a breath of turbidity.

For this promotion, he was actually very surprised. Unlike the previous situation, he didn't make any effort from beginning to end, and he didn't write to ask the cheap father-in-law for help, but a great thing that suddenly fell.

But how excited it is, it doesn't seem to be likely. Now staying here in Leizhou Mansion, he is the absolute emperor of the soil, ruling nearly 200,000 people in Leizhou, and no one dares to challenge his authority.

If he goes to Guangzhou Mansion, although he is also the honor of the First Mansion, the three divisions and yamen are all there, and there are many bigwigs on it, which will make his life not as comfortable as it is now.

Of course, he also knew in his heart that if he wanted to become a powerful minister, he could not be satisfied with the status quo and seize any opportunity for promotion. Now to serve as the prefect of Guangzhou Prefecture, in fact, it is still a good time, and there will be a chance to become the new boss of Guangdong.

Gonggong Chen handed the holy decree to Lin Haoran, and this old face showed a smile, and gently congratulated him in that unique sharp voice: "Lord Lin, congratulations on your promotion!" ”

"Huh...... Thank you Chen Gonggong for his auspicious words! Grandpa Chen, please go inside and have tea! Lin Haoran did not treat them lightly because of the eunuchs' decline, raised his hand and said with a smile.

Sun Jixiang stepped forward and led Gonggong Chen to the living room for tea.

Gonggong Chen did not refuse, the reason why he came to issue an edict for Lin Haoran in person was not only to convince this upstart in officialdom, but it was actually related to Lin Haoran's generous move.

"Congratulations to Lord Fuzun for his ascension!"

"I wish Lord Fuzun a bright future!"

"My lord's departure from Leizhou really makes us reluctant!"

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Tongzhi Liu Jiyu and general judge Dai Beihe and other officials stepped forward to congratulate one after another, but some people also expressed reluctance.

Lin Haoran's actions since taking office have undoubtedly won the respect of most officials, and they hope that he can stay in office for three years, so that Leizhou Mansion will become the capital city second only to Guangzhou Mansion.

Officials such as Dai Beihe and Wei Guozhong of Haikang Zhi County were all promoted by Lin Haoran, and he also hoped that this big backer would always serve as the prefect of Leizhou, instead of leaving office early.

Of course, most of the officials are extremely rational, even if they are reluctant in their hearts, they all express their congratulations on Lin Haoran's promotion, and they need to look up to this talent.

Lin Haoran was also in a complicated mood, and returned the salute to everyone one by one, and then patted Liu Jiyu on the shoulder and said earnestly: "Liu Tongzhi, Leizhou Mansion will have to rely on you more in the future, but you can't run in the wrong direction!" ”

"The next official will live up to the trust of the adults!" Liu Jiyu understood what Lin Haoran meant, and said seriously.

According to the previous plan, he was going to take over Lin Haoran's class. After Lin Haoran's three-year term expired, Lin Haoran left his post and returned to Beijing, and he would take over the position of the prefect of Leizhou.

But now, he has just served as the governor of Leizhou Prefecture, but Lin Haoran has been transferred. The imperial court will definitely not let him take Lin Haoran's place, and will definitely send another official to fill it here.

At that time, once the new prefect does not conform to Lin Haoran's concept, or is a great traitor, he needs to stand up and contain the new prefect, so as to ensure that the development speed of Leizhou is not interrupted.

Lin Haoran has a deep affection for Leizhou City, not to mention that he has too many interests here, so he needs to maintain his mastery ability here, so he looked at Dai Beihe and Wei Guozhong of Haikangzhi County.

"The prosperity of Leizhou Mansion today is not easy to come by, who dares to hinder the development of Leizhou, the next official will not share the sky with it, please rest assured that the Lord of the Mansion will go to Guangzhou Mansion to take office, and I wish the Lord a high step!" Dai Beihe took the initiative to express his position.

"Please rest assured that Lord Fuzun will go to Guangzhou Mansion to take office, and I wish you all the best in your life!" Wei Guozhong and other officials and scribes of Haikangzhi County bowed their hands and promised loudly.

Lin Haoran looked at the officials who were sincere, but he didn't expect them to express his position so clearly, and his heart was also moved. His eyes swept over everyone one by one, and then solemnly arched his hand to everyone: "This official will hold a banquet in the United Restaurant tonight, and please enjoy your face!" ”

Soon, the news of Lin Leigong's promotion to the prefect of Guangzhou spread all over the streets and alleys, which was undoubtedly a bombshell to the originally peaceful Leizhou City.

Even the ruffians in Leizhou City have to admit that this is bad news.

After Lin Lei Gong took office, the entire Leizhou City showed an unprecedented political clarity phenomenon, and the local economy developed rapidly, resulting in a large number of people pouring into Leizhou City.

Now that Lin Leigong has suddenly left office, it is like a victorious army suddenly changing its commander, which will inevitably cause all kinds of worries. Without Lin Leigong's helm, no one knows where Leizhou Mansion will go.

The only thing that makes them feel relieved is that the foundation laid by Lin Leigong is really good, as long as it is not a new prefect who is too bastard, Leizhou Mansion will inevitably get better and better.

Lin Haoran's departure affected not only the 200,000 residents of Leizhou, but also the United Business Group that had always been attached to Lin Haoran.

After Shen Liuye and others learned the news, they also rushed over. The reason why they were able to grow so rapidly was inseparable from Lin Haoran's protection, and Lin Haoran was already their pillar.

It's just that now Lin Haoran is leaving the position of the prefect of Leizhou, which will undoubtedly reduce the influence of the joint consortium in the Leizhou Mansion, causing them to need to make strategic adjustments.

"You may be seated!"

Lin Haoran walked into the first seat of the living room and sat down, and gently raised his hand to Shen Liuye and the others.

Shen Liuye looked at the people present and didn't speak, and Lin Haoran didn't mean to speak when he picked up the teacup, so he took the initiative to break the silence and said, "Lord Lin, after you are promoted to the prefect of Guangzhou, what should we do now?" ”

This question is very general, Lin Haoran gently plucked the tea and looked up at everyone and said, "What do you think it should be?" ”

Due to the great impact of this news, not only Shen Liuye, Weng Shopkeeper, Yang Chunlai, Zhao Fugui, Chen Qinghe and other core personnel were present, but also Shen Jun, Weng Huasong and other joint second generations were also present.

However, the second generation of the United is more frightened and envious, many people are too old than Lin Haoran, but Lin Haoran has gone one step further, and he is already the prefect of Guangzhou.

"I think that's a great thing!"

Unexpectedly, it was Huang Dafu, who had always seemed silent, who broke the silence, the smuggler who spoke loudly and looked at everyone present with a smile.

Shen Liuye attached great importance to Huang Dafu, and asked him seriously: "Brother Huang, I don't know what to say at first glance?" ”

"Everyone is just worried that Lord Lin's departure will reduce the influence of our joint workshop, but I think this worry is unnecessary!" Huang Dafu met everyone's eyes, and then talked eloquently: "Not to mention that Lord Lin's influence in officialdom will be greater, there are still many old subordinates of Lord Lin here, do you think the new prefect dares to move the joint workshop?" ”

"As long as he's not crazy, I don't think he dares to hit a stone with an egg!" Yang Chunlai said with great confidence.

The shopkeeper Weng was born in the family of the eunuch, and at this time he also said: "Not to mention that we have Lord Lin behind us, just our group, I don't believe that there will be a new prefect bullying!" ”

The others nodded their heads, thinking that this was indeed the case, and that they were too pessimistic at first.

"I personally believe that the deployment of our joint business group in Leizhou City will continue to be implemented, and the construction of the new workshop cannot be interrupted!" Huang Dafu expressed his personal opinion, and then looked at everyone and proposed: "Not only that, I think it's time for us to enter Guangzhou City!" ”

Because Lin Haoran's influence was mainly in western Guangdong, and he offended the two bigwigs, Wang Bai and Xu Ji, the governor, so the United Business and Finance invested less in Guangzhou City.

Now Lin Haoran has been promoted to the prefect of Guangzhou, which undoubtedly provides a good opportunity for them to enter the city of Guangzhou.

When a word woke up the dreamer, many people's eyes suddenly lit up, especially Shen Jun, Weng Huasong and other joint second generations. Compared with Leizhou Mansion, Guangzhou Mansion is undoubtedly more abundant.

"Brother Huang is right, now that Lord Lin has been promoted to the prefect of Guangzhou, we are still afraid of a bird, it's time to enter Guangzhou City!" Shen Liuye clenched his fists and swung it upwards fiercely.

Just feeling that something was wrong, he turned his head to look at Lin Haoran and observed Lin Haoran's attitude.

Lin Haoran took a sip of tea, and then looked at Shen Liuye and the others with a smile: "Since you all think that Guangzhou City is too promising, then we can consider building a workshop there as well!" Then, he looked at the shopkeeper Weng and Yang Chunlai and said, "You two will inspect the situation, and then come up with a charter, and we will discuss it again!" ”

"Yes!" Shopkeeper Weng and Yang Chunlai nodded excitedly.

Lin Haoran looked at Huang Dafu and Yang Chunlai again and said: "Although this official has been to Guangzhou City, he is not very familiar with it, so after this official arrives, I will ask the two of you to give me more advice!" ”

"Don't dare! It is an honor to be able to contribute to the Lord Fuzun!" Huang Dafu and Yang Chunlai hid joy in their hearts, but their demeanor was very humble.

After the discussion, everyone left one after another and began to plan to enter the city of Guangzhou.

After Lin Haoran changed a set of clothes, he took Hu Niu to the United Restaurant and feasted the officials of the government and county government.

Due to the imminent end of the year, Lin Haoran is not suitable to step down immediately, which is suspected of being a provocateur, and it is easy to attract the impeachment of the spokesman. In the same way, he planned to step down on the day of the holiday, and then return to Changlin Village for the Spring Festival, and then go directly to Guangzhou Mansion to take office after the New Year.

"Since the government took office, he has redressed grievances and punished rape, and each of them can be called a model of criminal law!"

"Huh...... In fact, there are already signs of the rigidity of Futai, and you are afraid that you don't know that Lord Lin is known as the 'Bamboo Gentleman'! ”

"Bamboo gentleman? The eyes of adults can distinguish between good and evil, enforce the law on behalf of the Son of Heaven, kill treacherous people, and uphold justice for the world. ”

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At the banquet, all the subordinate officials naturally praised Lin Haoran, even those scholars who were self-deceitful and clear-minded, which showed that Lin Haoran had a bit of personality charm.

The atmosphere of this banquet was very good, and it lasted until late at night.

Lin Haoran drank some wine at the banquet, but he didn't go up. Walking back into the courtyard, he suddenly walked to the door, which was already closed, but he pushed it hard, but it was pushed open.

After a moment's hesitation, he lifted his feet and walked towards the door, leading directly to the house next door.