Dream of the Red Chamber: I can see the hidden labels of the beauties.

The day after he was granted the official title, just as dawn broke, Jia Can got up and, with Qin Keqing's careful assistance, changed into the official robes he had received the day before.

Wearing a bright red brocade robe with gold embroidery, a black gauze hat with dark gold python patterns, and a cowhide belt around his waist, he looked very imposing. Only the chief officers of the Twenty-Four Imperial Guards could have dragons and pythons embroidered on their official robes.

Qin Keqing carefully examined him, her beautiful eyes sparkling, and smiled sweetly:

"Now that Canlang has changed into his official robes, he looks completely different. He's lost some of his former elegance, but gained more of his former majesty, exuding an imposing and dignified presence!"

Upon hearing this, Jia Can couldn't help but smile slightly, and whispered something in her ear.

Qin Keqing blushed instantly, gave him a reproachful look, and pursed her lips.

Jia Can threatened in a low voice, "If you don't tell me, I'm leaving."

Qin Keqing glared at him again, bit her lip, and peeked outside. Seeing the maids waiting there, she called out softly:

"My lord~"

Hearing her alluring voice, Jia Can felt a surge of satisfaction and gently embraced her.

"My dear wife, stay home and wait for your husband to return!"

Although Qin Keqing was shy, she felt even more reluctant to part with Jia Can after hearing these words, and took the initiative to hug him.

Jia Can also took the initiative to put his arm around her slender waist, and said softly:

"I'm going to work so you can get up early too. You can take a nap later."

Qin Keqing felt comforted by his words, gazed at him, and shook her head, saying, "For my sake, I don't mind getting up as early as I can."

Upon hearing this, Jia Can felt even more that with such a beautiful woman, what more could he ask for?

After embracing for a while, Qin Keqing gently released Jia Can and softly instructed him:

"My lord, please be careful while you are away. I will wait for you at home."

Jia Can was quite satisfied. Looking at her charming and beautiful appearance, he couldn't help but lightly kiss her fair forehead before striding out.

Qin Keqing stood there, blushing, watching him leave. She even stomped her foot lightly, seemingly complaining about Jia Can's frivolous behavior, but her eyes were full of happiness, clearly indicating that she was more pleased with him.

When Jia Can arrived at the gate, servants had already prepared a fine horse. Jia Can nimbly mounted the horse and, with a few attendants, headed towards the Longfu Guard's office.

This is because the Dragon Guard was one of the Twenty-Four Imperial Guards, and therefore its offices were located within the Imperial City, not outside it.

When Jia Can arrived at the entrance of the Longfu Guard's office, he saw that the gate was tightly closed, the steps in front of the gate were covered with dust, and there were even some weeds.

This situation was exactly what Jia Can had anticipated. After dismounting, he personally pushed open the gate.

"boom……"

The old gate made a noise, which also attracted the attention of the gatekeeper.

The gatekeeper, an elderly veteran of the garrison, walked towards Jia Can while putting on his clothes, and asked with great displeasure:

"Who are you? Do you know where you are? How dare you trespass? Get out of here right now, or I'll have you arrested!"

Jia Can raised an eyebrow slightly, had his attendant display his official appointment document, credentials, and badge, and said:

"I am Jia Can, the newly appointed Commander of the Dragon Guard by His Majesty. I have come today to assume my post. And who are you?"

The veteran thought he was seeing things. He rubbed his eyes, then looked at the imperial edict and his badge again before realizing that Jia Can was indeed his new superior. He quickly bowed and greeted him.

"I... this humble servant Yang happy greets Commander."

Jia Can waved his hand slightly:

"No need for formalities, open the door now. I need to personally take charge of the proceedings!"

This was also his main purpose for getting up so early in the morning.

The veteran named Yang happy was stunned again, and after a long while, he hesitated before reminding him:

"Sir...our yamen hasn't held roll call for many years. You...you haven't notified anyone, so I'm afraid...I'm afraid no one will come."

Jia Can raised an eyebrow slightly:

"It's alright. I'm new here today, and it's understandable that everyone is unaware of my arrival. However, rules are rules, and we still have to show up for duty."

After hearing this, Yang happy had nothing to say and could only follow Jia Can cautiously. In his heart, he thought that this newly appointed boss looked so young and was probably the son of some noble family. He wondered how long he could last.

The Longfu Guard had previously had commanders, but these were merely stepping stones for military officers, and they would soon be transferred to other places.

In Yang happy's view, Jia Can probably think the same way; his current roll call is just a way for the young master to put on airs of officialdom.

Jia Can took this roll call very seriously. He not only sent someone to fetch the roster, but also sat upright in the hall, looking outside, waiting for people to come and take roll call.

Seeing this, Yang happy found it somewhat amusing, thinking to himself that this young master was probably inexperienced in the ways of the world, and it would be a miracle if anyone showed up to sign in like this.

Time passed slowly, and the hour of Mao (5-7 AM) had long since passed, yet no one came in through the door.

But Jia Can remained motionless, still sitting at the head of the table, gazing outside.

Seeing this, Yang happy couldn't help but admire him. Anyone else would probably have lost their composure long ago, let alone a young master like Jia Can. He couldn't help but remind him:

"Sir, shall I take you to your residence first?"

Jia Can remained unfazed and slightly raised his hand:

"No need. I haven't even had everyone come to take their roll call yet; how can I leave before they do?"

Yang happy shook his head helplessly, stepped aside, and said no more. In his heart, he thought, "Those who don't listen to the elders will suffer the consequences. I kindly reminded you, but you didn't listen, so don't blame me."

Just then, footsteps sounded outside the door.

Yang happy was startled and wondered to himself, "Could it be that someone really came to support us?"

He hurriedly looked towards the door and saw a middle-aged man slowly step in. He was also wearing an official robe and hat, but his robe was blue and had fewer decorations than Jia Can's.

The middle-aged official entered and was surprised to find someone already there. He glanced at Jia Can, then immediately realized something, quickened his pace, and bowed as he asked:

"This humble official, Yi Xian, greets Your Excellency. May I ask if Your Excellency is the newly appointed Commander of the Dragon Guard?"

Jia Can was also sizing him up, and asked:

"It is indeed I, the official. Who are you?"

Yi Xian looked up at him and said:

"I am the newly appointed Deputy Commander of the Dragon Guard, and my deputy, sir. Please see, these are my appointment and dismissal documents and official credentials."

As he spoke, he took out documents from his sleeve and presented them to Jia Can with both hands.

Jia Can took it and looked at it. His eyes flashed, and he immediately realized that this person must have been planted by Emperor Jing'an.

The reason for this speculation is that the Dragon Guard has not been valued for many years. If the retired emperor had not suddenly mentioned it, Emperor Jing'an would certainly not have noticed the Dragon Guard.

No sooner had he been appointed as the Commander of the Dragon Guard than another one, a Deputy Commander, was appointed. Apart from Emperor Jing'an using this as a way to check and suppress him, Jia Can couldn't think of anyone else who would do such a thing.

However, Jia Can was already mentally prepared. When Xia Shouzhong came to read the imperial edict the day before, he realized that Emperor Jing'an was wary of him.

Now it has indeed come true; it can be confirmed that Yi Xian was Emperor Jing'an's spy, or even a pawn to usurp his power.

Jia Can was neither flustered nor uneasy about this; it simply made it more difficult for him to reorganize the Longfu Guard. As he said before, if he couldn't even get past this hurdle, he shouldn't even think about heading south to reorganize the salt administration.