"Ms. Li, have you thought clearly?"
After sleeping too late last night, Cao Bin had just gotten up when he heard that Li Qingzhao had come to see him.
When Li Qingzhao saw him coming out, he couldn't help but glance at Cao Bin as he saluted him:
"Didn't the Marquis already predict that I will agree?"
Originally, Li's father did not agree with her agreeing to Cao Bin's recruitment. He thought this idea was too absurd and was not good for his family's reputation.
Although there are female generals in the court, most of them are not allowed to do so. At first, they helped their husbands' family as imperial orders.
Li Qingzhao was an unmarried woman and came from a scholarly family. Once she appeared in public and became an official in the court, she would definitely attract criticism and criticism, and it would be difficult for her to get married again.
However, Li Qingzhao had his own ideas, and when the Political Affairs Hall released news, he wanted to release a group of officials.
Father Li could only be persuaded in a confused way.
Seeing that Li Qingzhao guessed what he was thinking, Cao Bin didn't care and instead laughed:
"Sure enough, I can't hide it from Mrs. Li."
"But you will be called a lower official from now on."
With that said, he waved his hand and called the maid and said:
"Go and get Madam Li's official uniform and seal."
Li Qingzhao couldn't help but cast a sidelong glance at Cao Bin, and said slightly unfairly:
"It seems that the Marquis has decided on the little girl and has already arranged an official position in advance."
Cao Bin said proudly:
"I'm just a minor official from the ninth rank. I can still speak well."
Li Qingzhao didn't speak when he heard the words, but there was some expectation in his eyes.
What Cao Bin said was very simple, but many warriors and officials have been wasting their time for decades, and it is rare for them to get a high-quality job in the capital, let alone a woman like her.
After a while, the maid brought a set of blue official uniforms.
Cao Bin smiled and said:
"Ms. Li, try to see if the official uniform fits you. I will personally take you to the Third Division to perform your duties."
Li Qingzhao was not polite, took the official uniform seal and said:
"This will trouble Mr. Hou."
With that said, he turned around and followed the maid into the back hall.
Seeing this, Cao Bin showed a pleasant smile on his face and tricked Li Qingzhao into being his assistant, so that he could be lazy in the future.
He was not worried that Li Qingzhao had only literary talent and no ability to deal with practical matters.
As long as she is given the Shangguan Wan'er inheritance card after a period of time, she will be able to work as an assistant, and even be her "spokesperson" in the Third Division.
After a while, Li Qingzhao put on his official uniform and came out.
She was originally beautiful, with a pair of distinctive red and phoenix eyes, which showed the femininity and intelligence of a woman.
At this time, he changed into women's clothes, which added a bit of heroism and made people's eyes brighter.
The Sansi Yamen, the Political Affairs Hall, the Privy Council and other central institutions are all in the imperial city. This is Li Qingzhao's first time here, so he is inevitably a little curious.
However, Cao Bin did not give her time to familiarize herself with the environment and took her directly into the Third Division Office.
"Zhang Ren, bring in all the official documents from various ministries some time ago and give them to Mrs. Li to read and check, so that she can become familiar with the affairs of the third department as soon as possible."
"She will be my chief yamen from now on..."
Cao Bin originally maintained many old officials and scholars as his staff. Some of them were from the capital, and some were from Jiangnan and the capital. Those with outstanding abilities were also recruited by the imperial court, and Zhang Ren was one of them.
These people were extremely shrewd. When they saw Cao Bin appointing a woman as his chief staff member, they were surprised and at the same time "understood" in their hearts, and they immediately became attentive.
After ordering his subordinates, Cao Bin turned back to Li Qingzhao and smiled:
"Ms. Li, the Third Division is in charge of the country's money and food. Official documents pile up every day. I've been in trouble for a long time, so I can only give you three days to adapt!"
"Not only do you have the confidence to help me?"
When Li Qingzhao heard this, he couldn't help but secretly complained, "You know that the third company has a lot of business, but you only gave me three days. Are you treating me like a donkey?"
She looked at the dozen or so officials in Cao Bin's office and saw that they had different expressions, which gave her a headache.
As soon as I came in, I was appointed as the chief of the Yamen by Cao Bin. Although these people were very enthusiastic on the surface and didn't dare to say anything, they probably didn't feel comfortable in their hearts.
But Cao Bin had already said so, so naturally she couldn't be discouraged as soon as she came up, so she could only reluctantly agree.
Seeing her promise, Cao Bin suddenly laughed with satisfaction:
"That being the case, I still have official business to attend to, so I won't bother you to familiarize yourself with the affairs."
After saying that, he went into the inner room and went to sleep.
I had too much fun last night and my sleep was interrupted by Li Qingzhao this morning, so I naturally had to make up for it.
He was naturally aware of Li Qingzhao's concerns.
Some of those staff members had been following him for a long time, and they were suddenly under the control of a woman. Even with Cao Bin's endorsement, it was hard for him to have some ideas.
This is human nature, and Cao Bin doesn't mind.
He was about to take advantage of this and put more pressure on Li Qingzhao. When the time comes, he will be a good person and his sense of belonging will quickly reach the standard.
This is not a calculation, just a casual trick.
It was because Li Qingzhao had a good impression that he did this.
However, this plan was declared bankrupt within half a month.
One day, because he had an important official document that he needed to seal, Li Qingzhao pushed open the door and walked in. When he saw Cao Bin sleeping lazily, he was immediately speechless...
As promised, you are busy with official duties and have many things to do every day?
Putting aside Li Qingzhao's resentment for the moment, Zhao Jizheng was talking to Queen Mother Liu with a relaxed face in a luxurious mansion in Xingqing Mansion, Xixia.
"Mother, there is news from the Xixia mission that Wang Yanling seems to be willing to compromise. We should be able to return to the Song Dynasty soon."
Queen Mother Liu showed a little joy on her face and asked hurriedly:
"Is the news reliable? Will the court really pardon you?"
"Will Xixia let us go easily?"
Although Xixia did not treat her badly in life and provided food and clothing that were in line with the standards of the Xixia Palace, it was far behind compared with the Song Dynasty.
Empress Dowager Liu was not very used to the customs and tastes of Xixia, and she could not stay any longer.
Zhao Ji immediately laughed and comforted:
"Mother, don't worry. Moreover, Xixia can take in our mother and son at a critical moment. Naturally, my sons and ministers will be grateful to them and more willing to help them."
"It will be more beneficial to Xixia if my son returns to the Song Dynasty. They will not let him go."
As he spoke, he said energetically:
"Chong'er is safe outside. The mother's plan is indeed brilliant. The child is young and often sick, so I may not have a chance..."
At this time, his eyes were shining brightly, full of hope for the future.
Queen Mother Liu nodded and said happily:
"That's good, that's good."
Then, she thought of something and said worriedly:
"Although Wang Yanling will compromise, will the Pan family father and daughter agree? And Cao Bin, this kid is not an easy man."
"When the late Emperor Yan is in charge, he can be appointed as a trusted and important minister..."
Zhao Ji shook his head and smiled:
"Mother, don't worry. After the death of the emperor, the government will be unstable, and Pan Renmei will not dare to go against Xixia."
"And Cao Bin, no matter how good his martial arts skills are, what can he do? At this moment, he can only show off his evil in the Song Dynasty. Will Xixia be afraid of him?"
After speaking, he said with a cold look in his eyes:
"Hmph, don't let me slow down, or he will have a good day."
After hearing this, Queen Mother Liu immediately felt relieved and showed a relaxed smile. Just as she was about to say something, she saw a guard crawling in and running in, and said in panic:
"Your Majesty, Queen Mother, something bad has happened. We are surrounded by Xixia soldiers, who say they will escort us back to the Song Dynasty..."
The mother and son were stunned when they heard this, and Zhao Ji was even more panicked:
"This, how is this impossible? Xixia people are crazy?"
(I stopped updating for nearly a month some time ago, and I have been unable to update. I’m very sorry for all the book friends. I will resume updating tomorrow. I can’t guarantee more, but at least two updates. Don’t worry, everyone, no matter how difficult it is to write, I will never be a eunuch, not even a single one. If you chew out each word, you will finish the book normally.)
