Rewards according to merit

Chapter 506: Rewards according to merit. Immediately afterward...

The officials of the Yang Province faction also rose one after another, bowing as they offered their counsel.

Fu Yu, the Yang Province Chief Clerk, said, "State Governor, Lord Li is right. Eastern Ridge has only just been pacified, and its people remain unsettled. Only a mighty ruler such as yourself can hold it steady. Your concurrent appointment as Governor of Eastern Continent is what everyone hopes for. I implore you to put the greater good first and not refuse."

Wang Tianming, the Yang Province Sima, spoke in a ringing voice. "Chief Clerk Fu is absolutely right! Eastern Ridge has only just been subdued. Remnant bandits still linger, its official ranks are depleted, and its people remain gripped by fear. State Governor, you possess both great talent and sweeping vision. With you overseeing Yang Province, peace reigns within its borders; with you pacifying Eastern Ridge, all quarters will submit!"

"If you decline this appointment today, not only will renewed turmoil in Eastern Ridge become inevitable, but even the hearts of Yang Province's people may waver."

"I am willing to lead the officials of Yang Province in jointly petitioning you to serve concurrently as Governor of Eastern Continent and shoulder this great responsibility, rescuing the people of the realm from fire and water and securing peace within our borders!"

He finished speaking.

Everyone declared in unison, "We implore the State Governor to serve concurrently as Governor of Eastern Continent and shoulder this great responsibility, ensuring the peace of the realm!"

Their voices rang out together, loud enough to shake the hall, their earnestness plain to see.

As Li Xinge listened to their petitions, his expression showed both contemplation and a measure of emotion.

He sighed. "Gentlemen, this matter carries grave consequences. Allow me