In the Daqi Dynasty, the process for new officials to take office was quite complicated.
First, you need to worship the gods.
Because in the legend, it was the immortals from the upper world who taught the cultivation methods to the humans in the wilderness, giving the humans the power to fight against ghosts and monsters and protect their homeland.
Therefore, the people of the Great Wilderness enshrined him on the altar to express their gratitude and pray to him for protection.
The supreme god believed by the people in the wilderness is called "God".
He is a god with two sides in one body, with two incarnations——
One incarnation is called the "Tai Shang Haotian Jade Emperor God", who controls the day and governs all spirits.
Another incarnation is called "Zhongtian North Pole Ziwei Emperor", who is in charge of the night and dominates the stars.
Referred to as "Jade Emperor" and "Ziwei".
Gu Xu's "Tai Shang Arctic Demon Suppressing and Ghost Killing Talisman" is named after this.
At this moment, Gu Xu and Ma Qin stood in front of the altar, each holding three sticks of incense and bowing to the statue of "God".
Then he recited Baogao, praised God's kindness, and placed the incense in his hand squarely in the incense burner in front of the statue.
Suddenly the room was filled with light smoke and incense.
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The second step is to pay homage to the martyrs.
That afternoon, Gu Xu and Ma Qin took a carriage to the cemetery on the outskirts of Yishui County.
The human race has been fighting against evil spirits for many years - in the process, some people have made great achievements in battle and gained glory; others have died in the line of duty and become bones in graves.
Yishui County is no exception.
Eight years ago, many monks died in the "Nine Infants Disaster".
For example, Zheng Yu, the former governor of the Exorcism Department.
Zheng Yuben is a rare martial arts genius in Yishui County, and is called a "martial arts idiot" by others.
Everyone thought that with Lord Zheng's talent in cultivation, he would surely rise to the top and become a high-ranking official in Zhu Huaijin.
However, Zheng Yu was buried in the belly of a snake in order to save a few ordinary children in the "Nine Infants' Disaster", leaving no trace of his body.
Many people felt unworthy for Zheng Yu.
They believe that Zheng Yu is destined to be a strong man who will protect the party in the future - if he can survive, he will be able to save more people in the future.
Why give up your life for a few children whose future is unknown?
But Chen Jisheng told Gu Xu in private: "The moment Master Zheng rushed out, he just wanted to save those children from the Nine Infant Snake Demon, and he never considered the question of 'whether it was worth it' .”
So, with admiration, Gu Xu respectfully placed the white bouquet he brought with him on Zheng Yu's tomb, and then bowed deeply.
Gu Xu has always been a person who cherishes his life very much.
In his eyes, nothing is more important than his own life.
In order to survive, he will spare no effort and use all means.
Therefore, he sincerely admires Zheng Yu, a hero who is willing to sacrifice himself for others.
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Towards evening, Gu Xu and Ma Qin returned to the exorcism department.
What they need to do now is the third step in taking office - Xie Huangen.
Mortal officials need to face the direction of Luojing City, kneel three times and kowtow nine times to thank the emperor for his kindness.
However, practitioners in the Daqi Dynasty had a transcendent status and only had to bow and salute.
Afterwards, Chen Jisheng walked up to the two of them and lectured them as a superior.
First, he said to Ma Qin in a serious manner: "Ma Jishi, I know that you are native to Qingzhou Prefecture and have ten years of experience - maybe deep down in your heart, you will look down on a small county like Yishui.
"However, since you have become an official of the Yishui Yamen, I hope you can put down your pride and do things in a down-to-earth manner. You must be worthy of the people of Yishui and your salary."
Ma Qin nodded in agreement.
At the same time, he thought to himself: How could I be proud of working under the same roof as Gu Xu, a monster? I would be content if that kid didn't make me doubt my life.
Then, Chen Jisheng looked at Gu Xu and said to him calmly: "For you, Gu experience, I have no other requirements. I just hope that you can remember what I said -
"'Those who enjoy the benefits of the world will suffer the troubles of the world; those who enjoy the happiness of the world will suffer the same worries of the world.'"
"I understand." Gu Xu nodded slightly.
Upon hearing this, Ma Qin glanced at the words mounted on the wall and was shocked.
He originally thought that this sentence was first spoken by Chen Jisheng - after all, Chen Jisheng's old-fashioned and serious workaholic temperament perfectly matched the meaning of this sentence.
Ma Qin even developed a deep admiration for Chen Jisheng because of these words.
But he never expected that it was Gu Xu who said these words!
That kid Gu Xu looks very serious. How could he say such profound words?
Could it be that I have misjudged others?
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Worship the gods, pay tribute to the martyrs, and thank the emperor for his kindness.
After completing the three steps, Gu Xu and Ma Qin were finally able to put on the black "Qi Yao uniforms" and black gauze hats, and officially became officials of the Exorcism Department.
At this time, other officials from the Exorcism Department also came to the lobby to congratulate the two.
Shi Xiaohan stood on one side of the lobby, Gu Xu's figure reflected in his clear almond eyes.
She was used to the way Gu Xu wore a green shirt before.
Now Gu Xu had changed into black clothes, which made her feel quite fresh.
If Gu Xu, who is wearing a green shirt, is a handsome young man with a bookish air, then when he puts on a black robe, he has a more solemn and graceful temperament.
All in all, handsome people look good no matter what they wear.
Ma Qin next to him was a little unhappy - because the black clothes made him look older.
"Congratulations, Mr. Experience!" Shi Xiaohan walked up to Gu Xu and arched his hand towards him with a smile.
"Inspection Master, I hope you can give me more advice in the future!" Gu Xu immediately returned the gesture with his hand.
"Don't take advice seriously," Shi Xiaohan immediately shook his head, "Experienced master is a young hero. Less than a year after entering the yamen, he was promoted to an eighth-grade official. He will definitely have a prosperous official career and a bright future. Shi is not talented. I will experience it in the future. As you rise to great heights, you must support Shi Mou!"
"Master Inspector, what you said is serious!" Gu Xu said with a slight smile, "You entered the Yamen before me, so you are Gu's senior. When it comes to 'promoting', you should be the one who supports Gu!"
"Experienced master can rely on his own strength to let Luo Sishou directly modify the official establishment, and he can also go to the capital to serve as an official next year - this alone is something Shi You will never be able to do in his life."
"The inspector has killed countless ghosts and made outstanding achievements, which Gu can't even match!"
"..."
Two people who had known each other day and night and were very familiar with each other, suddenly started to talk politely and politely, which seemed quite funny.
"Xiaohan, are we too deep into the drama? There are still people watching around us!"
In the end, it was Gu Xu who coughed twice and took the lead in ending this endless business exchange.
"Hmm...it seems so."
Just now, Shi Xiaohan's attention was all focused on Gu Xu, and he temporarily forgot that there were other people watching in the lobby.
A faint blush appeared on her slightly baby-fat face.
But then she thought, as long as this heroine is not embarrassed, others will be embarrassed.
So, she suppressed her smile, snorted coldly, and raised her chin higher.
