Chapter 165 I am such a big name as the Minister of Agriculture, where are my people?
When the swordfish boat crossed the Canglan River, the weather became noticeably chaotic.

The Jingzhe solar term has already passed in Anping Prefecture in Jiangbei. The earth is slightly green and spring is already evident.

But after crossing the river, it was still covered with snow.

Zhao Xing stood outside the flying boat and felt it, as if he was in the Great Cold season.

After flying for another half an hour, we passed through places where four completely different solar terms appeared: Lesser Cold, Greater Cold, Spring Equinox, and Grain Rain.

It was not until half an hour later, when they were away from the river and entered the territory of Jiutian Yingyuan Prefecture, that the weather returned to stability.

But it is still one solar term behind the other prefectures in northern Jiangnan, and is around the Rain Water solar term.

"How do you feel about going abroad for the first time?" Long Xiao asked with a smile, "Is it very different?"

"It's indeed different." Zhao Xing said, "It's getting a little confusing."

After leaving the Ten Yang Cave Heaven, he knew that the solar term orders at the third level of the realm could easily change the weather on a large scale. This was because the weather in the small cave heaven world was chaotic and not as stable as that in the Nineteen States.

However, after leaving Pinghaizhou, the weather gradually became chaotic again. Although the degree of chaos was not as high as in Shiyang Cave Heaven, for ordinary people, there was a world of difference between inside and outside the Great Zhou.

If you don’t reach the highest level, you can’t even reach Jiutian Yingyuan Mansion and can’t withstand the unpredictable weather.

"The alternation of cold and heat, the sudden changes of yin and yang inside and outside, ordinary people simply cannot bear it. It is not until we reach the territory of Jiutian Yingyuan Mansion that the weather becomes suitable."

"The geographical environment is also quite harsh. Within an hour after we crossed the river, we saw three earthquakes. The ground cracked and the mountains and rivers shifted."

It is not a big deal if you suddenly lose track of the road ahead while walking. What is more important is if you suddenly fall into a crack in the ground while walking, or a mountain suddenly collapses, it is difficult for an ordinary person with no talent to survive.

Of course, this unstable area was not a big deal for Zhao Xing. After crossing the river, the swordfish flying boat arrived at Jiutian Yingyuan Prefecture in half an hour.

Why did they leave this area out? Why didn't the Jiutian Yingyuan Prefecture include the area along the river?

There are many reasons. One is to combat smuggling. If the roads on the ground are blocked and it is difficult to travel without the goods, many people will be isolated from smuggling, making the cost of smuggling higher. If flying equipment is used, it will be easier to detect.

Second, the Canglan River basin is unpredictable. If you get too close, you might be attacked by the water veins, so a buffer zone is needed.

After all, the upstream source is controlled by the southern barbarian tribes. They have "witches" who can communicate with heaven and earth. If the water witch does something bad, it will be a disaster for the downstream.

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The Arrowfish flying boat continued to fly over the Jiutian Yingyuan Mansion. During the flight, many auras swept over the flying boat, and even a patrolling flying boat came to intercept it, but after seeing the military flag of the Ten Yang Dongtian Army and the military appointment documents presented by Zhao Xing, they were allowed to pass smoothly.

"Yuncheng is a county-level county, so I am now supervised by the Minister of Agriculture of Jiutian Yingyuan Prefecture, and my direct superior is Tan Taiming of the prefecture-level Dushui Supervisor."

"Even if I am only in this position temporarily, I should go and visit him. Besides, he and the teacher have a good relationship."

Tian Yan did not mention this to Zhao Xing. This was mentioned in Tian Yan's three letters and tokens.

Tian Yan told him to use these tokens only when he was in great difficulty, but who is Mr. Zhao? Would he just listen to others?
What if you are in a rush when you really need it? What if you might even offend the person or his family without knowing it?
He is not a fool, so of course it is better for him to see it early. I may not use it for the time being, but I have to know the plan well.

It has to be said that Tian Hou was not bragging. The Tan Tai Ming mentioned in the first letter was his superior and the main reviewer of the third ring mission.

The favors of a thousand-year-old family are not to be underestimated. Tan Tai Ming owes Marquis Tian a life.

Two hundred years ago, when Yingyuan Prefecture was just being developed, Tan Tai Ming was only an eighth-rank official and was poisoned by voodoo.

With his ability, he couldn't find an antidote, and even if there was one, he couldn't use it.

It was Tian Yan who found the antidote for him. At that time, Tan Tai Ming was only an upper eighth rank official, but now, two hundred years later, he is already a lower fourth rank official.

Tian Yan also explained in the letter to what extent favors can be used.

Tan Tai Ming is a man who values ​​friendship and loyalty. At critical moments, Tan Tai Ming can be asked to take on the tasks that Zhao Xing cannot handle and to block the dangers that Zhao Xing cannot withstand.

The limit of this standard is that after Tan Tai Ming finishes his duties, he will be demoted three levels.

"Tan Taiming was demoted from the fourth rank to the fifth rank. How serious a crime would I have committed?"

"If you can avoid it, then don't use it. There are serious consequences here." Zhao Xing said secretly.

There were two more such letters and keepsakes, and he estimated that they were of similar size.

Why did Tian Hou give it to him? It was not just a simple relationship between teacher and student, but also an investment in the future.

Old Tan Tai is already 389 years old. If he cannot reach the fourth rank, under normal circumstances, he will not live past 500.

Unless there are unexpected events in this life, it will be difficult for Lao Tantai to be promoted to the fourth rank.

If Tian Yan wanted to ask for favors, he would have asked for it around the age of 400.

Otherwise, if it is delayed for a few more decades, the value of this favor will decrease.

Why? Because he can't bear it anymore. If he waits for Old Tantai to ask for a favor when he is over 400 years old, wouldn't it be like asking him to take the responsibility? When he is approaching the end of his life, demoting him is like cutting off his life!

So these three letters were all stuck in a suitable period of asking for favors, or in other words, a period of transferring favors.

If Zhao Xing wants to use the three letters, he will have to accept this favor. Zhao Xing is still very young and has a bright future. Whether the three-for-one exchange is a loss or not, only time will tell.

"I am Zhao Xing, your humble servant, and I pay my respects to Master Tan Tai!"

Tan Tai Ming sat upright in the main hall of the Du Shui Jian, wearing a dark crimson crown and robes, a fourth-rank crown and robes, with a flowered golden top.

With a sapphire on top and small sapphires in the middle, the crown is a magic weapon.

When the three flowers gather at the top of the head, they can refine the vital energy of heaven and earth at all times. Officials do not need to practice themselves. They can be nourished by the vital energy day and night and always maintain their peak condition.

There is a slight difference in the crown between the fourth rank and the fourth rank, mainly in the number of sapphires inlaid.

The uniforms of fourth-rank civil officials are divided into casual clothes and court clothes. Court clothes are embroidered with skylarks, which means abiding by the law and etiquette.

The uniform of a fourth-rank military officer is embroidered with a tiger, a symbol of bravery.

However, the clothing etiquette of the Great Zhou Dynasty was quite complicated. The clothing of officials also involved titles and ranks. In addition, there were subtle differences for different positions.

For example, Tan Tai Ming is the Du Shui Ling, and the skylark on his body is between the clouds and the lake.

If the priest is of the fourth rank, the lark will land on the eaves of the temple.

Logically speaking, Tan Tai Ming is a civil official now, but if Jiutian Yingyuan Prefecture goes to war, he will immediately become a military officer, because Du Shui Ling can be both civil and military.

By then he will have to change his crown and clothes again.

Even now, Tan Tai Ming's clothing is different from that of ordinary Wen Sinong. His belt is the Weiwu belt worn by the second-class marquis.

The sash is a gold seal and a silver ribbon, and there are three circles of blue and white patterns on the sleeves. In front of the desk are the Four Treasures of the Study, the Tianxin Order and the Holy Page. This means that this person also holds the title of Guangzheng Daifu, a doctor of the San rank. He can participate in court affairs, submit his own memorials directly to the central government, and even write letters to the emperor.

Zhao Xing had a headache remembering all these things in his previous life, but now he can see them at a glance.

While paying his respects, he glanced at Tan Tai Ming. Although he was almost four hundred years old, he still looked middle-aged, with all black hair.

Tan Tai Ming was tall, and even when he was sitting, his upper body was much higher than the desk. Wearing this fourth-grade crown and robes, it seemed as if all the light in the entire hall was focused on him, making people dare not look directly at him.

When Tan Tai Ming was paying his respects to Zhao Xingtang, he was also sizing up this talented Si Nong who came out of Shiyang Cave Heaven.

Normally, ordinary geniuses would not be in his eyes, so it was not his turn to personally meet them when they took office.

However, Zhao Xing also had another identity, that is, he was Tian Yan's student. In this session of military agricultural training, Tian Yan only accepted one student, which naturally had a different meaning.

"No need to formalities, take a seat." Tan Tai Ming was deeply indebted to Tian Yan and was very kind to Zhao Xing. As soon as Zhao Xing bent down, he started talking without putting on any official airs.

"Thank you, sir." Zhao Xing straightened up, lifted his collar, and sat down sideways.

"Here is your temporary appointment letter, the seventh-rank Dushuiling crown and uniform, and the seal."

Tan Tai Ming waved his hand, and a box floated in front of Zhao Xing.

Zhao Xing quickly stood up and took it, then waited for Tan Tai Ming's lecture.

"When you go to Yuncheng, you must care about the people and be diligent in military affairs. Don't waste your time."

"Jiutian Yingyuan Prefecture is different from the inland areas. You have just taken office, so you should not act too hastily. If there are any abnormal situations, you can report them to the Agriculture Supervisor of the Prefecture City."

"Yes, I will follow your instructions." Zhao Xing held the box and bowed again.

"Go."

"I am resigning."

Zhao Xing bent over and slowly walked out of the hall. Only after he was out of the hall did he straighten up and walk lightly.

There is no way around it, this is the procedure for meeting your superiors.

"Have you finished meeting?" Long Xiao, who was waiting outside, saw Zhao Xing coming out and immediately followed him.

"Well, that's it."

"Why are you wasting your energy?" Long Xiao said, "You have an appointment from the military, so how dare the Yuncheng Sino-Governor deny it? Why do you have to go in and pay your respects?"

"It's good to show your face in the capital, otherwise when you write a letter, you'll only have your name, and people won't remember you. It's not like you're dealing with someone else's business. Put your report on hold for a while. If you wait for three or four days, someone might die."

"and……"

"Okay, you don't have to tell me anymore." Long Xiao waved his hand and said, "Too many twists and turns, I'm not interested. I'm just a martial artist, I don't want to understand so much."

Zhao Xing smiled and got on the boat immediately.

In fact, he had to come and take a look because he also wanted to see Tan Tai Ming in person.

It's not that he doesn't believe in Tian Yan's judgment in the letter, but as he said before, he won't believe it completely.

Suppose Tan Tai Ming is the kind of person who says, "I'll give your teacher a hundred doses of antidote." Then if I rely on him at that time, won't I be doomed?
Didn't Tian Yan also prepare this, so he prepared three letters? Otherwise, he was just an eighth-rank minister of agriculture, and even if he was capable of causing trouble, a fourth-rank official would be enough to deal with him.

"From the meeting with Tan Taiming himself, the first impression was quite good. He was also quite gentle when he was giving him a lecture. He also said that anything could be reported, which was a hint."

As for the people mentioned in the other two letters, Zhao Xing could not meet them.

Since it has nothing to do with this trip, it would be very conspicuous if I suddenly go to visit him.

For now, Tan Tai Ming is enough.

"Let's go, let's go to Cloud City."

Yuncheng is located on the southeastern border of Jiutian Yingyuan Prefecture.

Zhao Xing had flown across the Canglan River before.

Now flying towards Yuncheng, I saw the Canglan River again.

Because this river does not run horizontally, but winds its way southwards, deep into the southern wilderness.

He crossed the river from Anping Prefecture to the capital, and then went to Yuncheng in the southeast, where he saw the river again.

If we cross the river again at this time, we will not be in the territory of Da Zhou, but a wasteland that no one wants on both sides. The environment is very harsh, with high-temperature desert, swamp miasma, and strong winds. It is basically an uninhabited area.

Starting from the provincial capital, the swordfish flying boat took a day to reach Yuncheng.

It was 3:30 am when we arrived in Yuncheng.

At this time, the cold wind was howling outside and frost was condensing on the ground. There was no sign of spring at all.

"Should we go directly into the city or make a secret visit?" Long Xiao asked.

"Why would I go on a secret visit? There's no need for that." Zhao Xing said, "I'm in a state of war readiness, and I'm the highest official. If someone dares to deceive me, they're courting death. I'd rather someone conceal something so that I can chop off their head to establish my authority."

It cannot be concealed even if you want to. Once you go to the Yuncheng Temple, everything will be clear.

"Then go straight in."

Long Xiao steered the flying boat, pressed the bow, and began to descend into Yuncheng.

The many fortresses on the walls of the border military city were all bases of magic arrays, but Zhao Xing was not hindered. His Archerfish flying boat was also registered, so he went straight into it.

"arrive."

The swordfish flying boat landed outside the Yuncheng Sinongjian.

"Why is there no one here to greet you, the superior?"

When Zhao Xing's car enters, the Yuncheng County Inspection Office will be the first to receive the news.

When the county government sees a new official taking office, it will immediately inform the Ministry of Agriculture.

"Wait a little longer. We came so early, we should give people some time to react."

Zhao Xing and Long Xiao waited for a while at the main gate of the Sinongjian.

But a quarter of an hour later, only three people showed up.

Long Xiao had already started to snicker, while Zhao Xing's expression looked a little ugly.

The Sinong Supervisor of Gucheng has one chief and nine assistants. As Yuncheng is a county-level city, the Sinong Supervisor must be larger than that of Gucheng, a superior county.

Only three people came to greet me? I am such a big minister of agriculture, and only three people came to greet me?
Damn it, how dare you not treat yourself as an official as a temporary official!
"Zhang Zhong, the inner lord of Yuncheng."

"Yuncheng Agricultural Supervisor Jiang Xi."

"Yuncheng Junshu ordered a prosperous year."

"Greetings, Shangguan!"

After the three figures ran over, they saw the Swordfish Flying Boat and Zhao Xing who had changed into the seventh-grade crown and clothes, and they immediately bowed to greet them.

Zhao Xing did not put on airs towards these three people, because those who came at least respected him as his superior.

"No need to greet you, my three lords." Zhao Xing returned the greeting. "Where are the other lords of the Yuncheng Sinong Supervisor? Are they busy with official business?"

The three Si Nong looked at each other, and Zhang Zhong clasped his fists and said, "It's windy outside, please go into the Si Nong Office first, and let me report in detail."

　The next chapter is expected to be released at 12:30, and the third chapter is expected to be released at 2:30.

　　
　
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