Royal Gold Medal County Magistrate

"What method?" Ari White's expression held a hint of surprise.

As expected of my teacher, he really has a way!

Fang Zheng pondered for a moment and said, "Don't be anxious for now. Since your father Khan arranged a position for you before leaving the city, the room for your performance has already been fixed. So, if you want to go further, you have to compete with or beg from others."

"What do you mean by that?"

"For example, governing the city is not originally your job, but belongs to the civil officials in the court. So, if you want to show your talent, you can find the official in charge and ask him to share some of the affairs with you. Then, you can rely on your ability to stand out. It's that simple."

Ari White forced a smile: "What the teacher said is correct, but how is that possible? Everyone is in their respective positions in every country, and no one will agree."

Fang Zheng raised his hand and said seriously, "Wrong! Completely wrong! Planning is planning, reality is reality. Have you ever seen a plan that is the same as reality? Which country doesn't have laws, and are there few people who break the law? The most important thing in life is to use wisdom to be flexible and adaptable."

"How else would I, as a teacher, be able to thrive in the court at my current age? In a nutshell, snatch work!"

"Snatch the work of the Ministry of Works, snatch the work of the Ministry of War, and even the work of the eunuchs you have to snatch!"

"Even the work of the eunuchs, teacher, you also snatch?" Ari White gasped.

"That's right, everyone likes people who have an eye for work. There will inevitably be many old ministers in the Jin court, who are old and don't seek fame or fortune. You go and make trouble for yourself, take on the burden, they are relieved and they also give you a favor, isn't that wonderful? No matter how poorly you govern, can you turn the city upside down?" Fang Zheng talked eloquently.

"Then what should I do specifically?" Ari White asked.

"Based on your current experience... I'm afraid you won't be able to snatch work. Only I, as your teacher, can help you beg for it." Fang Zheng shook his head and said, "Let me ask you first, how do the nobles of the Jin Kingdom view the specialties of our Da Jing?"

Ari White said: "Da Jing is rich in products, many items are well-crafted, and in addition, the National Preceptor has been advocating learning the culture of Jing. The people in my court naturally love the products of Da Jing very much. Tea, porcelain, and other things have always been the favorites of the nobles."

That's good, it seems that the follow-up arrangements should be much more convenient...

Fang Zheng slowly nodded, then turned to Zhou Tie and said: "Prepare pen and ink!"

After the pen and ink were presented, Fang Zheng pushed it in front of Ari White: "Write down all the powerful officials in the city on this paper. I will visit them one by one for you, and there will always be some gains."

Ari White grinned and took the pen to write.

Too considerate, the teacher is really too considerate.

If I had met the teacher earlier, I should have already achieved fame and success today!

After he finished writing, Fang Zheng took the list and carefully checked it.

Seeing about twenty or thirty names on it, he nodded with satisfaction: "I will go out to visit them tomorrow, but I'm afraid that you won't be able to handle the important task even if I have something for you to do."

"Disciple will definitely work harder!" Ari White straightened his chest, "But what should I do?"

"You? Right now, you should do your own thing well. Don't you have two thousand soldiers? Before I get things done for you, you can practice your troops with peace of mind. Don't underestimate these two thousand people, this is the foundation of your success, you must firmly grasp them in your own hands!"

"If you can use these two thousand people as you wish, then nothing else will be difficult for you."

Ari White hesitated: "Teacher... I didn't have much experience in commanding troops at the beginning."

"This matter is simple. If you want to convince people, it's nothing more than establishing prestige and giving enough rewards. If you can do these two things well, then everything will come naturally." After Fang Zheng finished speaking, he pointed to the bread in his hand that he hadn't finished eating: "The simplest example is eating. The soldiers usually don't eat too well, so you can change the patterns for them. Later, I will give you the recipe for this bread."

"If they eat well, they will develop a love for you. In addition, you should often walk around in the army. It's only two thousand people, memorize all their names! Choose some inconspicuous little soldiers who have good relationships with others, often call out their names, and give them great encouragement. By then, you don't have to work too hard yourself, and the people below will take the initiative to promote you."

"Finally, give them a raise in military pay, just a little higher than other troops. You have to make your people be envied by others."

"The bottom level is the easiest to satisfy. With your status, even a glance at them is considered a favor. If you can call out each of their names in public and give them an extra military salary, then that is a gift from heaven. If you treat them a little better, they can dig out their hearts for you."

That's right, it seems to be the case, why didn't I think of it?

Ari White seemed to understand, with a satisfied joy on his face: "Teacher, what you said is too good! Then what about the specific training matters?"

Fang Zheng smiled and said: "That's even simpler, let them practice hard, practice until they can't get up, and their minds are empty."

"At this time, you have to instill ideas in them, let them further understand your goodness, and hope to be loyal to you. It is useless for me to tell you more about the details, but I have manpower here that I can lend to you."

"Who?"

"Zhou Tie, the Jinyiwei were all taught by him. If he can help you, wouldn't you get twice the result with half the effort? The military rules of the Jinyiwei can also be applied to your subordinates."

Ari White hurriedly said: "Isn't that internal information?"

"What internal information! I'm no longer internal, do you think I can still go back to Da Jing?" Fang Zheng collapsed his face, "Besides, this is for the army, and what I am good at teaching is individuals. Now you and I are closely related, if you are good, then I will be good, so let's teach it."

"Teacher's kindness, disciple will never forget!" Ari White got up and was about to bow.

Fang Zheng quickly held him up: "Absolutely not, wait until I get things done before you thank me, if I mess it up, what face will I have? Nothing is absolute, I will also have times when I fail."

"You go back now, go to the army and memorize the name of every soldier under you, and come back tomorrow to take Zhou Tie to the army to help you train the troops. You can let him assist you in the specific arrangements. I will help you outside, and we will definitely have some gains inside and outside."

"In addition, I will go to help you snatch work, this matter can only be said indirectly. When you meet with other officials in the court, you must not mention this matter, as well as other people's opinions on you. If someone is unwilling to help you, you must never show complaints or dissatisfaction. You must remember this, remember!"

"I will keep it in mind, please rest assured, teacher, then I will go now." Ari White said, and ran out of the room in a hurry.

Seeing him leave, Fang Zheng arranged: "Zhou Tie, go out this afternoon and help me buy some things. Go to the clothing store and buy a few sets of clothes that Jin nobles often wear. Also buy some local specialties that the locals eat the most. I will go out to visit Jin officials tomorrow, so arrange it in detail."

Zhou Tie asked suspiciously: "Master, you are preparing Jin specialties to visit the Jin people, what are you planning to do, really helping him snatch work?"

"Snatch my ass! I have other arrangements, you must help him firmly control the soldiers... Only when your side is stable will we have a chance to control the whole city."

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