Although Retainer General is far from being a true general within the Great Sheng territory, no one would say anything if this title was used only within their own domain.
"Besides the basic salary increase, you can also mobilize the Black Armored Soldiers stationed within the prefecture."
"But these are all the defensive forces of Longtan Grand Commandery. If you really need to use them, you need to inform me in advance."
While explaining the relevant regulations to his new lieutenant, Lin Huaijin led him into the prefectural governor's residence, jokingly saying:
"Of course, if you are truly capable and can achieve several more feats comparable to those of Qingping City, your prestige alone might be enough to completely sideline me within the county."
Ye Li listened quietly, then gave a noncommittal twitch at the corner of his mouth.
"Speaking of which..."
Lin Huaijin took her seat in the main seat and cast a curious glance at him. "I only asked you a general question before. What is your current Martial Dao level?"
"Peak of the Great Void Realm"
"As expected." Lin Huaijin nodded slightly, seemingly unsurprised.
It would be strange if someone didn't possess such a Great Demon at the Great Void Realm in Qingping City.
Ying Potian has truly brought all the hopes of the Divine Continent to Lin Huaijin, treating him with such solemnity. Lin Huaijin should reciprocate accordingly.
"From today onwards, with this Tiger Tally, you may contact me at any time if you need anything."
Lin Huaijin smiled again and said, "As for diplomatic matters in China, you don't need to worry too much about them anymore."
"I have a surprise for you."
At this point, the old man couldn't help but marvel at his own sudden inspiration.
Sending Ye Li to the banquet at the Taicang Mu Family as Retainer General would allow Ye Li to quickly familiarize himself with the local power of the Taicang Mu Family, while also letting the Mu family know who their current backer in Shenzhou is, thus making them hesitant to act rashly.
That truly kills two birds with one stone.
"What surprise?" Ye Li looked at the old man and asked with some doubt.
Lin Huaijin smiled mysteriously, "Didn't I tell you before that the current Reception Envoy in charge of Shenzhou is a dissolute heir of the Mu family?"
"Not bad." Ye Li's heart stirred slightly, and he nodded in response.
"Now that you have become the first deputy general of my Dragon Pool Nine Luminaries Division, as long as you walk around the Mu family territory with this Tiger Tally, even a fool in the Mu family will know what it means. At that time, how could they dare to make things difficult for Shenzhou?"
Lin Huaijin stroked his beard and smiled, saying, "My identity is special, so it's not appropriate for me to intervene directly. This is the only way I can help you resolve your concerns."
What do you think?
Prefect Lin, I misunderstood you before. You are truly a hidden genius in the Longtan Grand Commandery... Ye Li let out a soft breath, suppressing his emotions, and said:
"Excellent, but I've just been promoted to lieutenant general. Would it be inappropriate for me to go there directly?"
"Why isn't it suitable?" Lin Huaijin waved his hand. "They extended the invitation themselves, so it's too late to say it's inappropriate now!"
The invitation was extended Mu Family Head.
There are geniuses too?!
Ye Li could hardly believe his ears, to the point that he suspected this was a trap set for him.
But it doesn't matter.
Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
Moreover, it's hard to say whether the Mu family is truly a tiger's den for him.
"Time and place."
The boy uttered extremely brief words to conceal his barely suppressed laughter.
Just as Lin Huaijin was about to speak, a servant's hushed voice came from outside the hall:
"Lord Lin, General Ye, envoys from the Taicang Mu Family request an audience."
"What I said came true." Lin Huaijin's eyes immediately lit up. "Let him in!"
"Yes."
The words had been spoken.
A moment later, Mu Zhan, who had just arrived that morning, strode in.
"I've met both of you at the Mu Zhan."
He first bowed according to protocol, then looked at Ye Li and smiled, "This must be the newly appointed General Longtan. May I ask your name, General?"
"Ye Li." The boy's voice was calm.
"So it's General Ye. I've heard so much about you."
Mu Zhan quickly searched his memory, but finding nothing, he could only offer a polite compliment, then tentatively asked:
"Do you have some free time later? The elders in my family are eagerly awaiting your arrival. If possible, why not come to the Mu family's house as a guest tomorrow evening?"
Why wait until tomorrow night?
Ye Li stood up abruptly, his tone as usual. "I have plenty of time now, why don't we go back together now?"
"Is that really true?!"
Mu Zhan was overjoyed. He thought he was going to make a wasted trip again and wouldn't even get any credit for his efforts.
But the situation is different now.
Bringing a message back and bringing people back are two completely different things!
Remembering that there was a prefect sitting on the high seat, Mu Zhan quickly looked over, his eyes questioning. "..."
"Why are you looking at me? He's a lieutenant general, not a child. If he says he can go now, then he can go now!"
Lin Huaijin's tone was slightly helpless, which was a way of expressing his attitude.
In fact, he could understand Ye Li's thoughts; he simply wanted to get Shenzhou out of danger as soon as possible.
After all, the local area possesses a mysterious artifact like the [Taiqing Dao Tablet], whose true nature is unknown, and it's hard to say when the Mu family might set their sights on it.
Even from such a small incident, one can glimpse the kindness in the other person's character.
Even after arriving in Dasheng, he still felt a deep affection for his hometown.
Such a loyal and devoted person is truly capable of great things in the future!
"General Ye, there's no time to lose, let's go."
Mu Zhan's face beamed with even more joy. After Ye Li nodded in agreement, he was the first to walk out of the prefectural governor's mansion.
A fair hand covered her shoulder. "I'll guide you; you just need to lead the way."
"Thank you, General." Mu Zhan turned back gratefully.
But they didn't see the subtle curve that gradually appeared at the corners of the boy's mouth:
"You're welcome."
The moment the words fell, a striking golden streak shot into the sky, hurtling towards the Mu family's direction with tremendous force!