Ming Dynasty: I, Yan Maoqing, am truly radiating auspicious energy!

Chapter 172 Little Grand Secretary, Your Uncle Dotes on You [Seeking Monthly Tickets]

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Bai Lu looked at Yan Maoqing in surprise upon hearing this.

When did my husband become so easy to talk to? He was so easily persuaded by this sister-in-law.

Or perhaps this is the wisdom her husband has gained in navigating the officialdom?

Although she did not know exactly what the "Datong matter" was, it was a world-changing event.

However, from the conversation between Yan Maoqing and Ouyang Duanshu, it can be discerned that the Yan family is not without a chance to make a comeback. If the Yan family and the Yan family can put aside their past grievances and join forces, it will not be without benefit to her husband.

Perhaps this is the very issue my husband is considering now?
This outcome is not bad; at least she won't have to be caught in the middle between her husband and her sister-in-law anymore...

But thinking about it carefully, it's actually not that difficult.

Her husband was willing to reconcile with the Yan family, and she could continue to associate with this aunt from now on.

If her husband was unwilling to associate with the Yan family, she had not hesitated to distance herself from her sister-in-law just now, and she would not have any psychological burden in the future.

Anyway, she will always stand by her husband's side. Her husband's position is her position. How can it be said that it is difficult to follow one's husband's lead?

"My sister-in-law's husband... agrees to help the Yan family?"

Ouyang Duanshu was surprised that Yan Maoqing agreed so readily, and her face was full of joy.

"Since the two families are related by marriage, how could I bear to see my aunt's family ruined?"

Yan Maoqing smiled and nodded.

"On behalf of the entire Yan family, I thank my sister-in-law and brother-in-law. We will surely repay your great kindness in the future!"

Ouyang Duanshu was immediately moved to tears and repeatedly kowtowed in gratitude.

She knew in her heart that once Yan Shifan had an official position, not only would those ordinary ruffians and scoundrels dare not openly harass her anymore.

Even those powerful officials who targeted the Yan family, especially those who were not qualified to provoke Yan Maoqing, knew that Yan Maoqing, this rising star, intended to protect the Yan family.

In the future, I will inevitably have to be more cautious about what I do to the Yan family, lest I go too far and incur Yan Maoqing's dissatisfaction, which would only bring trouble upon myself.

"No need for such formalities, Auntie."

Yan Maoqing gave Bai Lu a wink, and after Bai Lu understood and helped Ouyang Duanshu up, he continued speaking.
“What do you think of a sixth-rank official position, Aunt? My Court of Imperial Sacrifices is currently short of a Left Attendant. If you don’t mind, I will send someone to put in a good word for you, and your son can get his official seal and credentials tomorrow and go to the Court of Imperial Sacrifices to take up his post.”

"This...so fast?"

Upon hearing this, Ouyang Duanshu was taken aback once again.

Although Yan Shifan had previously entered the court as an official under the protection of Yan Song, and had been transferred and promoted many times, it was all due to a few words from Yan Song.

However, these matters are not handled as casually as Yan Maoqing appears at the moment. They often require coordination with various departments and involve owing favors that are difficult to repay.

Even so, it will take at least ten days to half a month to get it done.

Now, Yan Maoqing has taken over the reins, and he has promoted Yan Shifan, a commoner, to a sixth-rank official.

Is it really possible to speak on the same day and take office the next?
Moreover, this sixth-rank official is already half a rank higher than Yan Song's current seventh-rank magistrate of Datong County. Isn't this a case of the latecomer surpassing the former?
My brother-in-law is amazing...

This should also be considered as entering officialdom through one's father's influence, right?
The only difference is that the "father" in "father" has become the "father" in "uncle". Although this father is not the same as the previous one, the generation is the same!

As for that official title called "Left Director of Justice".

She didn't know much about it, and didn't know what it was for.

However, she felt that none of that mattered; what mattered was that he was a proper sixth-rank official.

With such an official position, commoners could not harm Yan Shifan, and officials could only punish him through the formal channels of impeachment. Many of the difficulties the Yan family was facing would be resolved.

"If my sister-in-law finds it too fast, it's not impossible to postpone it by a few days. How about we see when your son is available?"

Yan Maoqing spoke casually, but his brows furrowed slightly.

"No, no!" Seeing this, Ouyang Duanshu's heart tightened again, and she quickly said, trembling with fear:

“When my brother-in-law says so, that’s the date. How can we let that good-for-nothing son have his way? Even if he dies, he should die in office for my brother-in-law!”

When you ask someone for a favor, you have to have the right attitude. How could she not understand this principle?

Now that Yan Maoqing has finally agreed to help, they have no right to be picky. They might accidentally anger Yan Maoqing and turn a good thing into a bad thing.

"But sister-in-law, there are some unpleasant things I need to say upfront."

Yan Maoqing then said with a serious expression,
"Now that I have only recently taken charge of the Court of Imperial Sacrifices, it is the time to work hard and govern well. The officials below are also watching. I cannot keep an idle person in the Court of Imperial Sacrifices."

"If my nephew can work diligently after he arrives at the Court of Imperial Sacrifices, and his subordinates see it, I will naturally feel proud."

"If not..."

“I can bring him into the Court of Imperial Sacrifices at any time, and I can also drive him away at any time.”

"When that time comes, you can only blame your son for being hopeless and incompetent, not for being heartless and unwilling to help you."

"Sister-in-law, don't you think that makes sense?"

"Yes Yes Yes!"

How could Ouyang Duanshu dare to utter a single word of dissent? She hurriedly nodded in agreement.

“My brother-in-law is absolutely right. When I get back, I will definitely discipline and warn him strictly, and I will never let this unfilial son bring shame to his brother-in-law!”

“If my sister-in-law helps him like this, this unfilial son will not be able to get along with it, and my sister-in-law will not need to say anything.”

"I absolutely cannot agree to that; I'll break his legs!"

Yan Maoqing nodded slightly, showing off his court robes, which resembled those of a six-bag elder of the Beggars' Sect, and said with a smile:

"In that case, please go back and wait for news from the Court of Imperial Sacrifices. As for me... I won't keep you any longer."

"Of course, of course, brother-in-law, please get some rest!"

Ouyang Duanshu bowed repeatedly in gratitude, and before leaving, she added a final remark.
"I will have someone send some tiger bone plaster over later. This stuff is somewhat effective in promoting blood circulation and relieving pain, so I won't bother you any longer."

Watching her happily depart, Yan Maoqing's lips curled up slightly.

Now Yan Shifan faces unbearable real-world pressures, is further suppressed by his mother, and is also coerced by his superiors.

There are some things that Yan Shifan cannot refuse...

Just as I was thinking this.

"My lord, what exactly is the position of Zuo Sizhi Lang?"

Bai Lu, who was standing to the side, helped Yan Maoqing up and asked curiously:
“If my husband is promoting him so much because of me, there is really no need for it.”

"The Left Director of the Imperial Household Department is mainly in charge of impeachment and investigation of the Crown Prince's son. You can also understand him as a censor in the Court of Imperial Sacrifices."

Yan Maoqing chuckled mischievously, and said meaningfully,
"But if I were to say that I promoted him so much precisely because he has to call you 'Auntie,' how do you intend to repay me?"

In reality, this was just an insignificant and wasted official post.

As Yan Maoqing said, the duties were abandoned after the Hongwu era and were not regularly performed.

However... Yan Maoqing now intends to "carry forward" this official position in Yan Shifan's hands, and take advantage of this opportunity to deal with powerful figures to create some formidable enemies for the Yan family.

Furthermore, snakes have their own way, and rats have their own way.

How many people could be as well-informed about illegal and criminal activities as Yan Shifan?
Moreover, Yan Shifan must have suffered a lot of grievances from the "key members of the Yan Party" these days, and this historical minor Grand Secretary wanted to take the opportunity to retaliate.

As Yan Shifan's uncle-in-law, he certainly had to give his full support!
Major undertakings often require consumable materials.

In Yan Maoqing's eyes, Yan Shifan was absolutely the most suitable consumable!

(End of this chapter)