The Fierce Farm Girl Has A Secret Space

Chapter 2609: Chapter 2609: Xun Chengwei (1)

Actually, all the officials have long had complaints about Gu Sheng. Your family’s moral conduct is improper, and so is your own, yet you still occupy the position of Minister of Rites. This time, the envoy from Jin Country came, and the Minister of Rites didn’t show up. Isn’t this embarrassing for the Great Xuan Dynasty? Moreover, there are plenty of people more capable than you. If you don’t step down, what are you trying to do? This is a classic case of holding onto a position without fulfilling its duties.

It’s good now, finally dismissed.

Although there was a petition from Gu Sheng resigning from office, everyone automatically ignored it.

As for Xun Chengwei, everyone acknowledged his capabilities. After all, among the three leaders of the Ministry of Rites, the Left Vice Minister, Chou Wenhai, is getting old and had long submitted his resignation. Although it has not been approved, he has tacitly accepted the idea of retirement and hardly manages any affairs. After Gu Sheng was on sick leave, Xun Chengwei has been managing the Ministry of Rites matters. Not promoting him would make everyone feel embarrassed.

And those officials who previously relied on Gu Sheng kept their heads down and as low-profile as possible.

After court, everyone stepped up to congratulate Xun Chengwei.

Xun Chengwei didn’t show much joy or arrogance, whether genuine or insincere. He thanked everyone seriously, exuding a calmness immune to honor or disgrace.

"What do you think of Mr. Xun?" Qi Jingyi quietly approached Gu Qingheng.

"Calm in the face of honor or disgrace, he’s someone who can achieve great things." Gu Qingheng glanced at Qi Jingyi.

Qi Jingyi smiled. After all, Xun Chengwei was someone he recommended to the Crown Prince. This indicates that his judgment wasn’t poor, and with him stepping up, the Ministry of Rites would belong to the Crown Prince now.

However, the Emperor also promoted Yao Fangshuo from clerk of the Ministry of Rites to Right Vice Minister. Yao Fangshuo was Gu Sheng’s protégé.

Yet that’s how politics work. The Emperor is the one holding the helm. He needs a balance across the board and cannot allow any department to be completely controlled by someone, not even the Crown Prince.

But compared to the bustling scene around Xun Chengwei, the newly appointed Right Vice Minister’s area seemed much more desolate, which made him look somewhat displeased.

Gu Qingheng also stepped forward to congratulate Xun Chengwei.

"General Gu, you’re too kind," Xun Chengwei quickly returned the salute, "I’ve heard that General Gu has boy and girl triplets, truly enviable."

Everyone nearby nodded in agreement. Not to mention boy and girl twins, even twins are rare, let alone triplets, having both son and daughter all at once.

"My youngest son got married just last year. I wonder if there’s a chance to go to Madam’s side to share some good fortune?" Xun Chengwei’s words were very sincere, and this wouldn’t lead anyone to overthink it. After all, many had this thought, but were embarrassed to mention it.

"Haha, Mr. Xun, you’re too courteous," Gu Qingheng smiled, "You’re welcome to visit the residence anytime."

"I will definitely visit then," Xun Chengwei sighed in relief because he truly feared being turned down.

Those surrounding expressed their envy, for besides sharing good fortune, everyone wished Yang Ruxin could take a look, since she is the Divine Doctor. Soon, those who usually have a good relationship with Xun Chengwei began to plot; when the time comes, maybe they could join him in visiting the General Residence.

"Congratulations, Mr. Xun," Yao Fangshuo also stepped forward to salute Xun Chengwei. Despite his dissatisfaction, he had to maintain a respectful demeanor, as he’d be working under him in the future.

"Mr. Yao, you’re too kind. We need to work together closely from now on," Xun Chengwei quickly returned the salute.