Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
Governor, Sheng Huaixuan.
Before Lin Wen entered, he had already activated the Heart of Seven Orifices. In this shrewd state, his face was full of smiles as he bowed his head.
Of course, he did not really bow his head. The Heart of Seven Orifices could only control his speech, facial expression, and neck muscles without going through his brain.
Therefore, Lin Wen himself did not know what he was doing, which made his actions very weird. He lowered his neck, put on his smiling face, and kept nodding slightly, as if to express his goodwill to everyone present. However, he kept his back straight and his head high, as if he wanted to say that everyone present was trash.
This appearance was incomparably strange. However, Lin Wen felt very good about himself. Iâve already cast a spell, so why arenât you guys quickly being awed by me?
The governor of Dongqin State, Sheng Huaixuan, was a middle-aged man with a square face. He looked very imposing. When he saw that everyone had turned to look at Lin Wen who had just entered, he coughed.
As if a switch had been pressed, everyone turned their heads back. Lin Wen went from being the center of attention to being ignored.
Sheng Huaixuan continued, âIâve finished talking about the basic situation. Secretary Cheng, read out Lin Wenâs resume.â
During this time, Lin Wen was guided by a beautiful female secretary to sit in a corner of the conference room. There were no attendants in the entire conference room, only staff members of the governor-generalâs office.
The Heart of Seven Orifices remained silent.
After she finished reading the resume, Sheng Huaixuan said, âNow, I suggest that Lin Wen take over Zhao Anpingâs position and become the county governor of Changshan County.â
This suggestion exceeded everyoneâs expectations and caused a stir in the venue.
Lin Wen wasnât too shocked, nor was he too happy. He only thought to himself, County Head Zhao has really been dismissed? Why did he suddenly raise my position so high? Could it be that Iâm actually the illegitimate son of this governor?
He was no longer a complete dork. He knew that the promotion from mayor to county governor was a huge leap. It was almost as if he had been shot by a rocket and was about to become a satellite.
Looking closely at the governor, he did not find anything similar.
Sheng Huaixuan continued, âIâve said what I needed to say. Letâs vote.â
He raised his hand first, representing agreement, and then said, âWho approves and who opposes?â
Everyone raised their hands.
There was no objection at all.
Lin Wenâs frown deepened. Wasnât this forcing him onto the stage? Were they really related by blood?
But there was no resemblance between him and the governor.
He thought to himself, âChangle Town doesnât even have 10,000 people. There are 1.3 million people in Changshan County. Doesnât this mean that my power has suddenly increased by hundreds of times?â
âHowever, this might not necessarily be a good thing. I donât understand governance at all. There are very few people in Changle Town, and itâs closed off and poor. Basically, itâs a primitive state of autonomy. Thatâs why Iâm able to spend my days doing miscellaneous chores. The county head has so much power. If the policies are messed up, wouldnât I be bringing disaster to the country and the people?â
Evilness was something that could never be touched. The more Evilness, the less opportunity and luck. This was something that could not be changed no matter how many attributes one had.
âBut, if I do a good job, doesnât that mean that I can farm Kindness efficiently? Perhaps itâs not as good as guarding the levee, but it will surely be more than doing chores?â
âFortune and disaster depend on each other, can I do well? The harm of Evilness is much greater than the benefits of Kindness, this is walking on a tightrope.â
âWhat should I do?â
In his thoughts, he had unknowingly gone on stage to make his vows. Even his inauguration speech had ended.
Lin Wenâs brilliant speech received enthusiastic applause, but Lin Wen was very upset. He had missed the last opportunity to decline the offer.
There was no other way.
Lin Wen thought.
He could only take it one step at a time.
After the meeting, Lin Wen was left alone.
Sheng Huaixuan glanced at him, seemingly displeased. He said calmly, âI thought you would be surprised, confused, and ecstatic, but it seems like I donât have to worry about you.â
âThis is the power that the governor-general gave meâ¦â
For the first time, Lin Wen witnessed a situation where even the Heart of Seven Orifices could not take effect. Even though Lin Wen felt that the words he said were very suitable, he saw the fatigue and dissatisfaction on the governorâs face becoming more and more obvious, and there was even a strong sense of disappointment hidden within.
After a brief âfriendlyâ exchange, Sheng Huaixuan stopped looking at his face and said calmly, âAs a new official, feel free to tell me your requests. Donât worry, Iâll try my best to satisfy you.â
âThank you for your concern, Governor. My heart is filled with devotion. I donât need anythingâ¦â
Lin Wen immediately turned off the Heart of Seven Orifices. He thought to himself that this thing could only be used to chat and not in every situation.
âGovernor Sheng, Iâm so poor. Changshan County is so poor that I canât even change my pants. I want everything.â
The situation took a 180-degree turn. Sheng Huaixuan looked at him in surprise. âCounty Head Lin, just tell me what you want.â
Lin Wen glanced at his 100% Soul Essence and immediately asked Immortal Guiding the Way.
âWhat does Changshan County need the most now?â
This question requires 10% Soul Essence power.
Sure. Give me an answer.
Money
Pu!
Lin Wen almost spat on the governorâs face. He quickly wiped the table with his sleeve and said sternly, âThe more money, the better.â
Sheng Huaixuan looked at him strangely. He took a sip of tea and leaned against the governorâs chair. âCounty Governor Lin, itâs not that I donât want to give it to youâ¦â
Lin Wen couldnât be bothered to listen to the rest of the sentence. Although he didnât know how to be a bureaucrat, he knew very well how the bureaucrats brushed him off.
âItâs not that I donât want to give it to you.â That was equivalent to saying, âI just donât want to give it to you.â
He asked Immortal Guiding the Way again.
âWhat else does the county need besides money?â
This question requires 10% Soul Essence power.
Fine, fine, fine.
Support of resources, tax exemption rights, combined tax return, free trade rights, important part of the Empireâs main plan, new financial policies
Lin Wen proposed one by one.
âCounty Head Lin, you have to understand the difficulties of the Empireâ¦â
The Empire would never understand your difficulties.
âCounty Head Lin, we have to consider thisâ¦â
He wouldnât consider it anymore.
âI have to study thisâ¦â
I wonât give it to you even if I study it.
âThis condition is immature.â
For you, conditions are never ripe.
After asking around, he didnât receive a single yes.
Sheng Huaixuanâs tone was amiable. It was as if he was filled with guilt over not being able to agree to County Head Linâs request. Even the fatigue and disappointment on his face had disappeared completely.
His declination was really flawless.
Lin Wen was very unhappy, wasting 20% of his Soul Essence.
However, he was no fool. He quickly realized that his question was not professional enough.
âWhat request should I make?â
This question requires 20% Soul Essence Power.
F*ck, if I still canât do it this time, Iâll go over and find out who gave me the wrong idea in the future and destroy your Soul Essence.
Immortal Guiding the Way ignored Lin Wenâs childish threat and calmly gave the answer.
Commissionerâs Power
âWhat is the Commissionerâs Power?â Lin Wen thought, but he didnât stop. He immediately said, âI want the Commissionerâs Power!â
The amiable expression on Sheng Huaixuanâs face was gone. Lin Wen knew that this meant that he had touched upon a right that he could fight for.
âTell me about it.â The governorâs face grew dark and unreadable. His sharp gaze passed over his folded fingers and he looked directly at Lin Wen. âWhat do you want the Commissionerâs Power for?â
At this time, Lin Wen had already lost his patience. He simply didnât care about the possible standard answer or activating the Heart of Seven Orifices. He directly answered.
âI want to change my fate!â