Jian Qingqing lay on his knees and said longingly, "I earned my face by myself. Who can throw it away? If he despises you, then I don't like him either!"
Old Man Jian smiled and touched the top of her head. "What nonsense are you saying!"
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Ming Zhiyan's letter of appointment was given at the beginning of April. He was a third-rank Minister of Revenue. After the previous Minister of Revenue retired and returned to his hometown, the Emperor had left this position vacant, especially for Ming Zhiyan.
At first, the courtiers did not know who the position was reserved for. Many people went to inquire about the news, but no one knew, and no one could guess.
When the imperial edict was handed down, everyone exploded. All the courtiers opposed it.
