Emperor Yuanfeng was so happy that he no longer cared about the fact that Xiao Heng opened the Mu Mansion's warehouse and took away the Mu Mansion's treasury to divide it up.
The court's previous doubts about Xiao Heng were also swept away.
Facts speak louder than words. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince really has the ability to lead troops in battle, and he is not just an armchair strategist. Now that he has taken over the Dali Prefecture, even the most picky censor cannot say anything bad about Xiao Heng.
However, some people still pointed out that Dali Prefecture and other places were previously controlled by people from Mu Mansion, and officials of all ranks were almost all branches of Mu Mansion or close confidants of Mu Mansion. Now that Dali Prefecture has been conquered, these places naturally need people to govern them.
The court should also select people to take up the post.
Regarding this issue, Emperor Yuanfeng also summoned the cabinet and the Minister of Personnel to ask for their opinions.
At this moment, it was a major issue concerning the administration of officials. The Minister of Personnel thought about it and said, "If Yunnan Province wants to replenish its officials, I'm afraid we can't make too many requests."
There are only 300 Jinshi in a year, even if you add Tongjinshi and Juren, it is still limited. But the number of officials needed in Yunnan, from top to bottom, is staggering. Under this premise, if they still have to choose something like family background, it would be too difficult for the Ministry of Personnel and it is unlikely.
The cabinet is aware of this. Yang Canzhi stroked his beard and said, "There is nothing we can do about this. We have to make decisions based on urgency. We should first draw up a list and try to select the most suitable ones. There are a lot of loopholes. We can't just take them down and no one will take care of them. That would be in vain."
What he said was very realistic, and everyone nodded.
Emperor Yuanfeng also felt that what he said was fair, so he approved it, and specifically said: "Although the current situation is special, don't push everyone to the side without any discrimination. Otherwise, if it does more harm than good, I will ask for your advice."
As soon as he spoke, even the Minister of Personnel, a heavenly official known to everyone in the world, hurriedly leaned forward to respond.
The news of Yunnan's great victory spread throughout the capital, and it was the only thing people talked about in the streets and alleys.
Mrs. Wang came to the Yongding Earl's Mansion to see Wang Yuerong. She couldn't hide the smile on her face no matter what. She held her daughter's hand and said with emotion: "Fortunately, you have your own ideas and didn't listen to my nonsense. Otherwise, how can we face the old lady and others now?"
Yunnan won a great victory this time, and Xiao Heng's letter of request for merit clearly stated the contributions of everyone, among which Su Rong alone took up an entire page, which showed how much contribution he had made. She had heard from her master that Su Rong would have a bright future after his return.
Since ancient times, military merit has been the most important. Su Rong showed his brilliance in this battle, and his brilliance could no longer be concealed.
When he comes back and rewards are given according to merit, he will not be left out no matter what. This time he can be said to have revived the family.
Wang Yuerong smiled sincerely, holding her mother's hand and shaking her head: "Mom, don't say that. How could I not know that you are doing this for my own good? I know it all in my heart. Don't worry, even if it's him, he is not the kind of unkind person. I dare say he won't care about what happened before. It's just that he can make great contributions this time. Although I don't want him to achieve great things, I am happy for him. He suffered for so long before, and finally he made it through."
Yes, I finally made it.
Mrs. Wang touched her daughter's face and said, "I hope everything will go smoothly from now on. You should take good care of your body. When he comes back, you should also have more children while you are still young. Then, your old lady will be completely relieved."
The mother and daughter talked for a while, and then Mrs. Wang got up to leave.
Wang Yuerong was a little reluctant: "Mom, why are you in such a hurry to leave? It's not too late to stay and have dinner before going back!"
"We still have to go to your aunt's house." Mrs. Wang laughed and shook her head: "Well, how come you become more and more like a child as you grow older? Before I came, I heard that your aunt was sick, and I brought some things with me just to see her. If we delay any longer, it will be too late."
Hearing that Second Grandma He was ill, Wang Yuerong was also a little worried: "Why did Auntie suddenly get sick? Is it serious?"
Mrs. Wang sighed, "People who eat all kinds of grains will get sick. I'll go over and take a look. Don't worry about it. I'll send you a letter when the time comes. Just take care of yourself."
Wang Yuerong frowned, but could only nod in agreement.
She waited until Mrs. Wang left before going to see Mrs. Su.
Mrs. Su was also talking about this with Su Xingyi at this time. It was rare for her to be so happy. Su Xingyi was also smiling from ear to ear: "He finally did it."
Mrs. Su was already feeling a little emotional, and after hearing this, she was even more silent for a moment, and then nodded heavily: "Yes, Rong'er is so sensible and motivated, his father must be happy for him if he is still alive. And your mother..."
Seeing Wang Yuerong coming, Mrs. Su quickly wiped away her tears and waved to Wang Yuerong: "Your mother is gone? Why didn't you invite her to dinner?"
Although the Wang family had previously wanted to persuade Wang Yuerong to divorce, Old Lady Su did not mind. Her relationship with the Wang family had always been very good because of Wang Yuerong.
Wang Yuerong explained with a smile.
However, when Old Lady Su and Su Xingyi heard that Second Madam He was ill, they both sent someone to find out what was wrong with her.
Old Madam Su frowned and said, "I have to go over there."
Ever since Su Yao left, Old Madam Su went to the He family every now and then. She wanted to keep Mrs. He company, fearing that Mrs. He would really be instigated by someone.
Now that she heard that Second Grandma He was ill, she was still subconsciously afraid that someone would take advantage of the opportunity to cause trouble.
Wang Yuerong was actually worried about Second Grandma He. When she heard that Old Lady Su was going to the He family, she spoke without hesitation: "Then I'll go with you. It's just right. I haven't been to see my grandmother for a long time."
She now followed Su Rong in calling Mrs. He "grandmother".
Old Mrs. Su nodded and asked someone to prepare the carriage, while sighing in her heart.
Now is a good time, but Mrs. He's heart knot has not been untied yet. If this knot is not untied, I am afraid it will become a hidden danger in the future.
She rubbed her brows, perked up, and couldn't help muttering: "I don't know when that girl Yaoyao will come back."
If Su Yao were here, she wouldn't have to be so frightened.
Just thinking about this, she couldn't help but think that Su Yao had been gone for so long, and she didn't know what his plans were for the future...