Chapter 442: Chapter 441: I’m Not Surprised at All
Thanks to Han Xu Yang’s generosity, a large amount of Source Value has been credited to the account again.
Even though Xu Lingjun had speculated before coming back that the harvest this time would not be small...
He never imagined it would be several times more.
Oh my...
How many old ladies do I have to help cross the street, or how many old gentlemen do I have to find dancing partners for, to earn this much Source Value?
At this moment, Xu Lingjun truly felt content.
Then, as expected, came the appointment.
Appointing Xu Lingjun as the Commander in Chief.
Although Xu Lingjun had only stayed in the army for a very short time, and although, in terms of seniority, he was still far from qualified...
There were so many "althoughs".
But now, as long as you’re not blind, you can basically see that Your Majesty values this young man, and anyone with a bit of insight knows that the future of this young man is beyond their imagination.
He is not just a Commander in Chief; he is also the favorite student of the Pavilion Master of Bei Xuanwu Martial Mansion, and is almost guaranteed to be the future Pavilion Master of Bei Xuanwu Martial Mansion.
He is also an academician of the Four Great Academies, a person who has made extremely outstanding contributions to the research of the Great Xia Empire. Not to mention the upcoming Transformation Capsule on the battlefield, just the appearance of the Mecha has drastically reduced the number of soldiers’ sacrifices to one-tenth.
Furthermore, he is also the Supreme Elder of the Cuowu Sect. Sun Bumie, the Sect Leader of Cuowu Sect, has publicly stated more than once that as long as the Supreme Elder is willing, he is ready to hand over the position of Sect Leader at any time.
Words in public are not to be spoken lightly.
If he said so, it means that if Xu Lingjun wanted it, he would really have to step down and let Yu take over... otherwise, he would risk being gossiped about.
At first glance, the person in front of you seems young, but upon deeper thought, you realize the power that hides behind him has already deeply embedded itself into the bones of Great Xia. He has almost befriended all the powerful forces... or you could say, all the powerful forces are vying to befriend him.
The most terrifying part is, he’s still very young... how far will he go in the future?
Nobody can estimate.
And after reading out the rewards, Han Xu Yang went straight to publicly asking about Xu Lingjun’s marriage situation.
And upon hearing Han Xu Yang inquire whether Xu Lingjun was married...
Han Qingxue couldn’t help but let out a soft "ah", her pretty face instantly turning red, her heart fluttered with excitement, feeling somewhat at a loss, staring at her toes, not daring to look at anyone.
And when she heard Xu Lingjun say that he has had a childhood sweetheart fiancée, who is also a favored disciple of the Zhanzheng Academy’s director...
Han Xu Yang could only regretfully sigh; he was actually sincere.
Xu Lingjun’s current influence had grown to a point where even he had to handle it seriously. It’s rare that he and his son had such a strong bond, so naturally, he wanted Xu Lingjun to become Han Yun City’s big brother-in-law, and the two families could consolidate further ties.
Unfortunately... after all, the dignity of the Imperial Family.
How could they bow down and lower themselves to others?
Han Qingxue felt even more inexplicably downcast, thinking that perhaps this moment might be when she was closest to Xu Lingjun...
Especially seeing Xu Lingjun’s calm demeanor, with not a hint of reluctance, deepened her melancholy feelings.
And after awarding Xu Lingjun, it was Han Yun City’s turn since, although Han Yun City’s merits did not match Xu Lingjun’s, they were still substantial.
The reward for Han Yun City was much simpler...
Appointing him as the Inspector General.
Because the previous Inspector General, Lin Diguang, was implicated in a major embezzlement case from several years ago, involving martyrs from the Pole Star Battlefield, he had already been suspended to assist with investigations.
From Han Yun City’s promotion, it seems he is almost certainly inextricably linked, and it all depends on how this issue is handled afterward.
But the subsequent order plunged everyone into confusion.
Incorporate the Divine Soldier Guard into the Inspectorate.
Han Xu Yang stated the reason very plainly, saying that with the increasing number of Martial Artists coupled with the fact that Martial Artists are also citizens of the Great Xia Empire, treating them differently from ordinary civilians could easily lead to power confusion, like what if a conflict arises between Martial Artists and civilians?
Therefore, they will be managed under Han Yun City’s command...
This move left the Grand Commander of the Divine Soldier Guard, Zhu Zhengdao, completely dumbfounded, and he kept looking at Han Qingxue... now he was to be under the command of the brother of the lord he swore allegiance to?
This, this, this... will he be made to wear awkward shoes every day in the future?
Little did he know that Han Qingxue was equally puzzled at heart.
She just couldn’t grasp her father’s actions at all...
It’s not unheard of for the prince to act as a proxy in governance. But even for her, there was no substantial position in the court.
Suddenly giving Han Yun City a position... it seemed to be compensation for stripping him of his right to inherit the throne, otherwise, actually, with Lin Diguang absent, Han Xu Yang could completely let Han Yun City temporarily take over the position to give him some training.
It’s just a title, not so important at all.
Something that could have been given or not was given...
The information in between is worth discussing.
But if one truly thinks that Han Xu Yang is no longer optimistic about Han Yun City, the power given to him is indeed too large.
Even the Divine Soldier Guard fell under Han Yun City’s command; it must be noted that Han Yun City’s former identity was that of a soldier on the Pole Star Battlefield, just this identity alone would garner an army of over a million willing to support him.
Currently, even the Divine Soldier Guard and Inspectorate fall into his hands.
The power involved here could virtually influence royal power struggles!
Many officials couldn’t help but silently complain in their hearts, thinking that His Majesty’s method of maintaining balance had really become more adept... Han Qingxue’s reputation was established, but Han Yun City held substantial power.
At this point, the two of them were directly on par with each other, even Han Yun City slightly in the lead.
But it was obvious that Han Xu Yang had already informed many crucial officials, so now, no one spoke out to oppose.
Han Qingxue wanted to say something, but mindful of her identity, she said nothing.
The entire court assembly almost revolved around Xu Lingjun and Han Yun City...
Once it was confirmed that no one had objections, Han Xu Yang directly ordered these two decrees to be announced to the whole world, and a new military district was added to the Great Xia Empire, representing that the Pole Star Battlefield would become even more impregnable, which naturally needed a celebration nationwide.
Until the court meeting ended.
Xu Lingjun then dragged his tired body back to his home at the Zhanzheng Academy.
Busy till now, he hadn’t seen the person he wanted to see yet.
Yet, at home, Wang Qingya was not there, only Su Huanqing was present.
"She is helping Uncle Wang; Uncle Wang can’t handle it all anymore."
Long-awaited reunion.
There was no impulsive urge to eagerly hug her into the house for passionate activities as imagined, only the joy of reunion and the expectation of imminent happiness.
Rather, it was not that urgent.
Now, with Wang Qingya not present, Su Huanqing felt somewhat uneasy.
Although Xu Lingjun wanted to give her a hearty bear hug...
She deftly avoided it.
Simply giving Xu Lingjun a gentle hug, but finally unable to resist him, she proactively stood on tiptoe and lightly kissed the corner of his lips.
Then she helped him sit down and quickly ran to cook noodles for him.
After cooking...
She sat on Xu Lingjun’s side, watching him wolf down the noodles she made.
Her eyes were filled with satisfaction; her dream had always been to stir ladles gracefully, and now that Xu Lingjun had finally returned safely, this feeling greatly pleased her.
When Xu Lingjun asked what Wang Qingya was doing, a peculiar expression appeared on her face, and she vaguely said, "Uncle Wang made a big deal in the Imperial Capital, and now he can’t handle it all alone, so Xiaoya had to go help... in fact, if not for hearing about your return and staying here to receive you, I would probably also have to go help."
"What?"
Xu Lingjun was taken aback, surprised, "What shenanigans has Father Wang come up with now?"
"It’s not a bad thing; it’s actually a good thing."
Su Huanqing quickly explained, "Uncle Wang made money, big money."
For some reason, Xu Lingjun felt not the least bit surprised.