Chapter 42 The appointment of new officials
In the Daqi Dynasty, the process for new officials to take office was quite complicated.
First of all, you need to worship the gods.
Because in the legend, it was the immortals from the upper world who taught the cultivation methods to the humans in the wilderness, giving the humans the power to fight against ghosts and monsters and protect their homeland.
So, the people of the Great Wilderness enshrined it on the altar to express their gratitude and pray for protection.
The supreme god believed by the people in the wilderness is called "God".
He is a god with two sides in one body, and has two incarnations -
One incarnation is called the "Tai Shang Haotian Jade Emperor God", who controls the day and governs all spirits.
Another incarnation is called "Zhongtian North Pole Ziwei Emperor", who is in charge of the night and dominates the stars.
Referred to as "Jade Emperor" and "Ziwei".
Gu Xu's "Tai Shang Arctic Demon Suppressing and Ghost Killing Talisman" is named after this.
At this moment, Gu Xu and Ma Qin stood in front of the altar, each holding three sticks of incense, bowing to the statue of "God".
Then he recited Baogao, praised God's kindness, and inserted the incense in his hand into the incense burner in front of the statue.
Suddenly the room was filled with light smoke and incense.
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The second step is to pay homage to the martyrs.
That afternoon, Gu Xu and Ma Qin took a carriage to the cemetery on the outskirts of Yishui County.
The human race has been fighting against evil spirits for many years - in the process, some people have made great achievements in battle and gained glory; others have died in the line of duty and become bones in the graves.
Yishui County is no exception.
Eight years ago, many monks unfortunately died in the "Nine Infants Disaster".
For example, Zheng Yu, the former governor of the Exorcism Department.
Zheng Yuben is a rare martial arts genius in Yishui County, and is called a "martial arts idiot" by others.
Everyone thought that with Master Zheng’s talent in cultivation, he would surely rise to the top and become a high-ranking official like Zhu Huaijin.
However, Zheng Yu was buried in the belly of a snake while trying to save a few ordinary children in the "Nine Infants Disaster", leaving no trace of his body.
Many people feel worthless for Zheng Yu.
They believe that Zheng Yu is destined to be a strong man who will protect the party in the future - if he can survive, he will be able to save more people in the future.
Why give up your life for a few children whose future is unknown?
But Chen Jisheng told Gu Xu in private: "The moment Master Zheng rushed out, he just wanted to save those children from the Nine Infant Snake Demon, and he didn't consider the value at all. It’s not worth it.”
So, with admiration, Gu Xu respectfully placed the white bouquet he brought with him on Zheng Yu’s tomb, and then bowed deeply.
Gu Xu has always been a person who cherishes his life very much.
In his eyes, nothing is more important than his own life.
In order to survive, he will spare no effort and use all means.
Therefore, he sincerely admires Zheng Yu, a hero who is willing to sacrifice himself for others.
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Towards evening, Gu Xu and Ma Qin returned to the exorcism department’s office.
What they need to do now is the third step in taking office - Xie Huangen.
Mortal officials need to face the direction of Luojing City, kneel three times and kowtow nine times to thank the emperor for his kindness.
But the Daqi Dynasty practitioners had a transcendent status and only had to bow and salute.
Afterwards, Chen Jisheng walked up to the two of them and lectured them as a superior.
First of all, he said to Ma Qin seriously: "Ma Ji, I know that you are from Qingzhou Prefecture and have ten years of experience - maybe deep down in your heart, you will look down on people like Yishui. Small County Town. "However, since you have become an official of Yishui Yamen, I hope you can put aside your pride and work hard to be worthy of the people of Yishui and your salary. ”
Ma Qin nodded in agreement.
At the same time, he thought to himself: How can I be proud of working under the same roof as Gu Xu, a monster? I would be content if that kid didn't make me doubt my life.
Then, Chen Jisheng looked at Gu Xu and said to him calmly: "For you, Gu experience, I have no other requirements. I just hope that you can remember what you said——
"'Those who enjoy the benefits of the world will suffer the troubles of the world; those who live in the happiness of the world will share the worries of the world. ’”
"I understand." Gu Xu nodded slightly.
Hearing this, Ma Qin glanced at the words mounted on the wall and was shocked.
He originally thought that this sentence was first spoken by Chen Jisheng - after all, Chen Jisheng's rigid and serious workaholic temperament exactly matched the meaning of this sentence.
In fact, Ma Qin once developed a deep admiration for Chen Jisheng because of these words.
But he never expected that it was Gu Xu who said these words!
That kid Gu Xu looks very serious. How could he say such profound words?
Have you misjudged others?
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Worship the gods, offer sacrifices to the martyrs, and thank the emperor for his kindness.
After completing the three steps, Gu Xu and Ma Qin were finally able to put on the black "Qi Yao uniforms" and black gauze hats, and officially became officials of the Exorcism Department.
At this time, other officials from the Exorcism Department also came to the lobby to congratulate the two.
Shi Xiaohan stood on one side of the lobby, Gu Xu's figure reflected in his clear almond eyes.
She was used to the way Gu Xu wore a green shirt before.
Now Gu Xu had changed into black clothes, which made her feel quite fresh.
If Gu Xu, who is wearing a green shirt, is a handsome young man with a bookish air, then when he puts on a black robe, he has a more solemn and graceful temperament.
All in all, handsome people look good no matter what they wear.
Ma Qin next to him was a little unhappy - because the black clothes made him look older.
"Congratulations, Mr. Experience!" Shi Xiaohan walked up to Gu Xu and arched his hand towards him with a smile.
"Inspector, I hope you can give me more advice in the future!" Gu Xu immediately returned the greeting.
“Don’t take advice seriously,” Shi Xiaohan immediately shook his head, “Experienced masters are young heroes. Less than a year after entering the yamen, he was promoted to an eighth-grade official. He will definitely have a prosperous official career and a bright future in the future. Shi You are not talented. When you become a successful person in the future, you must support Shi Mou.”
"Master Inspector, what you said is serious!" Gu Xu smiled slightly, "You entered the Yamen before me, so you are Gu's senior. When it comes to 'promoting', you should be the one who supports Gu!"
"Experienced Master can rely on his own strength to let Luo Sishou directly modify the official establishment, and he can also go to the capital to serve as an official next year-this alone is something Shi You will never be able to do in his life."
"The inspection master has killed countless ghosts and made outstanding achievements, which is beyond the reach of Mr. Gu!"
"..."
Two people who get along day and night and are extremely familiar with each other, but at this time they coincidentally agree. He began to speak politely and in an official tone, which seemed quite funny.
"Xiaohan, are we too into the drama? There are people around watching!"
In the end, it was Gu Xu who coughed twice and took the lead in ending this endless business exchange.
"Hmm... It seems so."
Just now, Shi Xiaohan's attention was all focused on Gu Xu, and he forgot that there were other people watching in the lobby.
A faint blush appeared on her slightly baby-fat face.
But then she thought, as long as this heroine is not embarrassed, others will be embarrassed.
So, she stopped her smile, snorted coldly, and raised her chin higher.
(End of this chapter)