Xiao Zhen had sent two letters, one dispatched half a day earlier than the other; presumably, it was because of heavy rain that they ended up being delivered together to Caojun Prefecture.
The first letter detailed two matters. It mentioned that his health had greatly improved and His Majesty had allowed him to return to the court to work. However, this time he was not to be an ignored figurehead without real influence, nor would he be the invisible man who went through daily routines without uttering a word or involving himself in court affairs. Instead, he was appointed to replace Fen Cheng, taking charge of the affairs of the Minister of Public Works.
