Becoming a god by following the natural order and seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune.

Chapter 7 A rising tide lifts all boats
Upon hearing this, Chen Sheng's face showed a perfectly timed moment of surprise, which quickly turned into one of delight. He immediately clasped his hands in a fist and bowed, his voice filled with heartfelt excitement:
"Congratulations on your promotion, sir! To become a county lieutenant, a seventh-rank official position, is truly a cause for celebration!"

"I will never forget your kindness in helping me, sir! I am willing to serve you like a dog or a horse, at your service, even unto death!"

From a military camp commander leading a hundred men, he was promoted to a county lieutenant in charge of military affairs and security, holding the official rank of seventh grade. This was undoubtedly a remarkable leap forward.

At this moment, Chen Sheng finally understood why Commander Huang had gone to such lengths to place his brother under Wu Kuang's command—he had already foreseen this opportunity.

On the surface, he was astonished, but in reality, he was calm and composed, because several days earlier, after Wu Kuang tested him, the "Auspicious and Inauspicious" celestial book had already foretold this matter.

"I have already covered up the matter of your private purchase of Blood Qi Pills."

Wu Kuang's tone turned serious, conveying a warning: "But you must still remember that military discipline is as high as a mountain and must not be violated lightly, especially now that we are in a critical period of troop deployment and redeployment. Many eyes are watching, so don't give others a handle to use against you and cause trouble."

He was quite satisfied with Chen Sheng's reaction, but as a newly appointed key position, he knew that many people harbored resentment and were eyeing this lucrative post, so he had no choice but to proceed with caution and prudence.

After this observation and testing, Chen Sheng had left an impression on him as "loyal, capable, and knowing when to advance and retreat," and he was indeed willing to take him into his core confidant and use him for his own purposes.

"Your subordinate understands and will certainly follow your instructions, sir!"

"also."

Wu Kuang paused briefly, then paced back and forth, saying, "For this transfer, I have the authority to take sixty personal attendants with me. As for the selection of personnel... I have decided to leave it to you to decide."

Although Chen Sheng already knew his intentions, he still respectfully asked for instructions:

Please, sir, clearly explain the regulations; I fear I may fail in my duty.

Wu Kuang stood with his hands behind his back, lowering his voice slightly:
"With this division of troops, most of them will be transferred to the border to guard the frontier. Being able to be transferred back to the rear is a lucrative position that everyone desires. There will inevitably be many people who come to ask for favors and intercede on their behalf. Among them are some mediocre people or people with connections. I do not want to accept them all, but I also cannot refuse them all and offend them."

He looked at Chen Sheng, his meaning crystal clear: this task, which could offend people, was to be handled by Chen Sheng. If he handled it well, he would be a true confidant; if he messed it up, there would be room for maneuver and shirking responsibility.

"Your subordinate obeys! I will do my utmost to share your burdens!"

Knowing the intricacies of the matter, Chen Sheng agreed without hesitation.

……

Stepping out of the tent, Chen Sheng found a quiet corner to sit down, his gaze deep and thoughtful.

Ever since he learned two days ago that he would be transferred to Changshan County, he had vaguely sensed a trace of the original owner of this body's will.

Recalling the moment when he awakened his innate wisdom and the two memories merged, the complex and surging resentment and unwillingness almost gave him a splitting headache. Among them, the most profound was an unresolved old grudge.

With his transfer imminent, that dormant thought resurfaced, serving as a silent reminder that Chen Sheng knew he had to completely resolve this karmic entanglement.

I fear that this obsession will become a stumbling block on the path of cultivation, and may even transform into a mental demon that disturbs one's mind when one's spiritual level reaches a higher realm.

Having taken on this body, one must bear its consequences.

After much deliberation, Chen Sheng finally made up his mind that this trip was to settle the old scores once and for all.

The story is actually a bit cliché: his mother died early, and his father was the leader of the "Seven Stars Gang," one of the four major gangs in Changshan County. Later, for some unknown reason, the deputy leader usurped power and rebelled, and his father died tragically as a result.

The original owner was weak from childhood. Although he received nourishment from spiritual medicine, he found it difficult to follow the proper path of martial arts.

His father, perhaps weary of the bloodshed of the martial world, had him abandon martial arts for literature, studying poetry and books in hopes of passing the imperial examinations. To protect him from being implicated in gang conflicts, his father never revealed his identity, and very few people knew it. The last time the original owner saw his father, it was after his death; he didn't even get to see his body intact, only able to piece together his father's tragic demise from rumors circulating in the streets.

Subsequently, news about his "son" was somehow leaked, and the loyal old steward was also arrested. In his panic, the original owner had no time to pack his belongings and had to flee Changshan County. He originally intended to abandon his studies and join a martial arts school, but was unexpectedly conscripted into the army until Chen Sheng arrived.

"Thinking too much is useless. Now that you have this body, you must bear the consequences."

Chen Sheng calmed his mind and cleared his mind of distractions.

"Practice!"

He once again assumed a posture and immersed himself in meditation.

With ample resources and tireless practice day and night, his cultivation progressed extremely quickly.

[Mastering Basic Knife Techniques (570/1000)]

[Golden Bell Body Tempering Method, Minor Success (285/500)]

The "Golden Bell Body Forging Method" that he obtained through auspicious means was indeed extremely suitable for him. Even though his physical constitution was not exceptional, his cultivation speed was not slow.

Of course, the powerful nourishment from the "Blood Qi Pill" is also indispensable.

With his ability to "seek good fortune," Chen Sheng had many "unexpected" gains during previous battles and battlefield cleanup, always finding some well-hidden treasures. After accumulating wealth over several months, he had already become quite wealthy.

Even for scarce resources like "Blood Qi Pills," he had stockpiled quite a lot. Although the quartermaster had tried to take advantage of him, he easily thwarted his scheme.

After another period of arduous training, Chen Sheng returned to his tent. Amidst a chorus of flattery, he subtly revealed the news that "the troops will soon be divided, and some can be transferred back to the rear."

The news was like cold water thrown into boiling oil, instantly causing an uproar throughout the entire camp and even the fourth team. Compared to the uncertain fate of going to the border, being transferred back to the rear counties for garrison duty was undoubtedly a great opportunity.

The crowd became increasingly attentive and enthusiastic, showering Chen Sheng with flattery and praise, giving him a real taste of the fickleness of human relationships and the coldness of human nature.

However, it is wishful thinking to think that you can get a spot by just saying a few nice words.

Although Commander Wu did not say it explicitly, Chen Sheng knew that Shangguan also wanted to take this opportunity to legitimately enrich himself.

He needs to select not only capable people, but also people who understand the "rules" and are aware of the "times".

At the same time, Chen Sheng himself also had his own ideas, wanting to use this opportunity to cultivate several capable subordinates.

The appointment to Changshan County may seem like a cushy job, but in reality, there are undercurrents of tension.

The world is in chaos, with rebellions breaking out everywhere. The imperial court's authority is waning, and local powerful clans and gangs are deeply entrenched. They may not take a mere county magistrate seriously. That is why the emperor has dispatched battle-hardened soldiers to various counties to garrison them and suppress the local forces.

Soon, with Chen Sheng's deliberate indulgence, the news spread rapidly.

Not only the fourth team, but also those in other teams who had some connections and ambitions were all using their own methods, hoping to catch this ride back to the rear.

Wu Kuang ignored this and made it clear that the matter was entirely entrusted to Chen Sheng. As a result, Chen Sheng's status in the army rose sharply, and he became the most prominent man in the army for a time.

(End of this chapter)