Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress novel Chapter 1330

Chapter 1330: Chapter 1325: Promotion

After sending away Madam Liu, Liu Rushi recommended someone to Bai Qingyan: "If I, a humble subject, were to fall, regarding this negotiation, I would like to recommend two people to Your Majesty. Although one of them has a somewhat unsavory reputation, in this matter, he could relieve Your Majesty’s burdens, if only..."

"No ’if only’, just speak freely!" Bai Qingyan waved her hand, signaling Liu Rushi to sit. She never liked her trusted ministers speaking with her in circles; being straightforward was more effective for handling matters.

"One of them is Fan Yugan..." Liu Rushi seemed worried that Bai Qingyan might hold a grudge against Fan Yugan because of his father, Fan Yuhuai, so he hurriedly continued, "Although Fan Yugan was once a playboy, it is perhaps precisely because of this past that he excels at making trouble out of nothing; he can argue illogically and still leave others unable to find fault. This is indeed a rare skill!"

"Fan Yugan, huh..." Bai Qingyan’s brows lifted with a faint layer of amusement. These various ruffians who usually mingled with Lu Yuanpeng each had their own talents, "Are you planning to promote him?"

In fact, Bai Qingyan also intended to help Fan Yugan. Although Fan Yugan’s father, Fan Yuhuai, was a traitor, he was a traitor to the former Jin Kingdom, not to the Zhou Dynasty. Now that Fan Yuhuai was a cripple, if Fan Yugan could achieve meritorious deeds, Bai Qingyan didn’t mind releasing Fan Yuhuai and allowing him a peaceful old age.

Liu Rushi couldn’t discern Bai Qingyan’s intentions from her words, knowing full well that his emperor was not one to ignore good advice. He didn’t try to guess the emperor’s intentions but sighed, muttering to himself softly, "Promotion is not the right word. Initially, I merely found Fan Yugan pitiable. Later, seeing how eloquent he was with words, always able to complicate matters, it was frustrating. Yet... when dealing with the Yan Kingdom, we need someone like Fan Yugan to confound them, especially since the Yan emissaries pride themselves on being upright gentlemen. The more justified they believe their position, the more Fan Yugan can drive them mad while remaining officially unassailable! Your Majesty might as well let Fan Yugan accompany the negotiation party. Even if his role isn’t significant, he can at least unsettle and irritate the Yan Kingdom, which would certainly benefit our Zhou Dynasty."

"Hmm!" Bai Qingyan nodded in agreement, "And the other person?"

"The other person is Commandant Lu’s granddaughter, Lu Fenglang!" When Liu Rushi mentioned Lu Fenglang, a genuine smile appeared in his eyes, "Firstly, appointing Lu Fenglang demonstrates Your Majesty’s resolve to employ women in governmental roles. Secondly... previously, Lu Fenglang, due to Your Majesty’s allowance for women to study and take the imperial exams, held a debate at Zuitian Tower against several scholars who opposed the idea. I was present at that debate. Her eloquence was exceptional, referencing facts while every word was precious! As a result... I even specifically contacted Minister Lu Jinxian, hoping to recruit Lu Fenglang into the Honglu Temple. Coincidentally, Minister Lu of the Ministry of Justice and the Minister of Judicial Review are keen to recruit her as well."

Lu Fenglang is quite remarkable. Prior to the spring examination, she assisted the Minister of Judicial Review in solving an exceedingly complex case, leaving a profound impression on the Minister. Upon hearing that Lu Fenglang attained the honorable rank of Second Place Scholar in the palace examination, he promptly approached Lu Jinxian to discuss recruiting her into the Court of Judicial Review.

"Minister Liu, you are taking quite an opportunistic approach!" Bai Qingyan couldn’t help but laugh, "If Lu Fenglang were to join the negotiation this time, she would be unmistakably considered part of the Honglu Temple."

Liu Rushi didn’t feel guilty when Bai Qingyan saw through his intentions. Consistent with his usual demeanor, he candidly explained his recruitment: "Scholars compete for merit based on talent, and recruiting talents in various ministries should also be based on talent!"

Bai Qingyan was amused by Liu Rushi: "Very well, considering Minister Liu fought for our country and still thought of recruiting talents, I will agree to this matter."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Liu Rushi was genuinely delighted by Bai Qingyan’s words, hastily bowing to her.

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