Li Ling sat there, and was bowed by Governor Wen, without even saying a little polite. This made Wen Ming's face turn red. If it weren't for the force, he might have had another attack.

But he finally endured it and looked at Li Ling straight: "I have apologized to you, so I will always be cleared up now, right?"

"It's not only me who you are planning to do, but also Miss Yang, and Wan Shenji who was injured and still awakened." Li Ling smiled again, looked at Yang Qingxiao who was already smiling beside her. The latter was straightened up unconsciously, and looked like she was waiting for Wen Ming to salute and apologize to him.

In an instant, Governor Wen's face was as dark as the bottom of a pot, and he gritted his teeth and said, "Li Ling, don't be too arrogant, bullying others too much! I have given you enough face. If I force you again, don't blame me for turning against you. At that time, you and them will definitely die!"

No matter how cunning Wen Ming was, he was so provoked by Li Ling. It would be fine if he apologized and bowed to Li Ling, an official with an extraordinary identity, but now he still asked himself to salute a woman who was not aware of the so-called. Do you really think that he has no dignity?

Feeling the anger of the other party, Li Ling was not surprised, but just smiled and said, "President, please calm down. The minister has not finished saying this yet. Apology is just one of the ways to compensate. If you don't like it, we can discuss it and change it."

"How to change?" Wen Ming said in a muffled voice. If he hadn't been patient, he would have been willing to make some concessions.

"It's very simple. I'll give us all the credit and benefits. This time, Miss Yang killed the rebel leader and the Brahma. It's not an exaggeration to say that the first thing is to do? But she is not a member of the government, so rewards can be simpler and converted into silver."

"Silver? How much do you want?"

"That depends on how much the governor thinks that the thief leader of the Luotian Sect is worth it."

"Hmph, according to you, I can still make the decision of the 50,000 taels of silver!"

Yang Qingxiao was a little surprised, but after seeing Li Ling nodding slightly, she smiled: "This is how you are sincere, you are here, so I will accept the money." Even if it is such a large family business of the Cao Gang, it would be of great benefit to make an investment of 50,000 taels of silver at once, so she would naturally not refuse.

Li Ling said again: "Then it's Wan Shenji. If he hadn't fought to the death, we wouldn't have killed the thief head towards Brahma, so..."

"Then I will reward him with 50,000 taels of silver!" Although he felt the pain, Wen Ming still put forward the conditions. Even if he was the governor of Jiangnan, he would have to ask for 100,000 taels of silver from the warehouse in one go, and there would inevitably be a lot of trouble in the future. But in order to stabilize Li Ling, he had to make concessions at this time.

Unexpectedly, Li Ling shook his head again: "No need for this. Wan Shenji was originally a member of the court. It was his duty to kill the thieves and quell the rebellion. How could he ask for money? So the officials thought it would be better to commend him and ask the court for his title. I think it would be a pity to advance to the Imperial City Department by his contributions."

In order to repay Wan Shenji, Li Ling also thought it was all his best. Because as a member of the Imperial City Department, silver is not worthy of merit or promotion. I believe that if he was present, he would choose the latter one.

"Okay. I will ask for me in the good news reported to the court. However, the final decision of the court is not enough to say what to do." Wen Ming responded with anger and resolutely responded.

"Of course, then the Xiaguan here has thanked the governor for his support."

"Hmph, there is no need for this. Now, are you satisfied? Can you leave?" Wen Ming really didn't want to see this hateful guy again for a while, he just wanted to drive him out immediately.

Li Ling did not move, but just looked at the other person with a smile, which made Wen Ming feel irritated: "What, what else do you want to say?"

"Uh, sir, have you forgotten that there is another hero who has no reward?"

"And? Who else do you have to kill the enemy and make meritorious service?" Governor Wen asked with a frown. Although he felt troublesome, he wanted to agree at the same time.

Unexpectedly, Li Ling pointed to his nose: "You are a junior. I have made a lot of contributions this time. Why didn't the adults even say anything?"

"You..." Wen Ming shivered in anger. He had never seen such a shameless guy before. It's wrong. Didn't he already apologize to him just now?

Li Ling naturally understood his thoughts and said, "Sir, if you don't ask me, just use me and let me take risks, so I want to seek justice. However, apologizing does not mean that you can take away the creditor's credit. My achievements and your faults cannot be offset against each other, right?"

Wen Ming's face turned black again when he said this, while Yang Qingxiao covered her mouth and laughed, feeling relieved. It seems that, compared to this, killing this guy with one knife would be too cheap, and it would be better.

However, Wen Ming was a person who had been obsessed with the officialdom for many years and soon returned to his composure and said in an official voice: "Mr. Li, I will naturally not forget the contributions you have made to Jiangnan. However, isn't this what you should do as an official in Jiangnan? At that time, I will report to the court to ask for you for merit. Do you want to get more rewards?"

Faced with his sarcastic inquiry, Li Ling was calm: "The officials of the lower ranks naturally dare not ask for anything. However, there are two things that the lower ranks have never been able to let go. First, although there were not many people in Huating County, our city played a great role. Not only did they separate people to guard Songjiang Prefecture City, thus creating conditions for quelling the rebellion, but they also fought with the rebels in front for many days, and the people in the city were mostly damaged.

"However, in the previous discussion of merits, I not only did not mention this, but also said that I was practicing military forces and horses in private, which meant that I was planning to be ill-telled. This is really unacceptable to the officials. I hope I will give us justice!

"Secondly, after this battle, I, Huating, had suffered a major disaster. Most young and strong men were killed and injured. The county towns and other towns were in trouble and could not bear the heavy taxes. I also asked the adults to take back their lives and reduce the taxes of Huating for two years.

"I don't have any tax exemption from Huating, and I won't pursue military training. As long as the adults are willing to accept these two requests, I will not give you any credit for this. I hope you can fulfill it!" Speaking of this, Li Ling stood up and was also ruthless, with a much more sincere attitude than before.

Wen Ming's expression changed a lot, and he looked at the young county magistrate who was arrogant at first and respectful at the last, and he didn't know how to react for a while. Li Ling was brave, had high skills, and had a considerable background. He was indeed an opponent he had never seen before. Originally, he had to regard this person as an enemy that must be severely punished and even eliminated.

However, Li Ling's current words and actions made him have a new understanding of him, as if this young official was not as hopeless as he imagined.

"Are you telling the truth? Are you willing to exchange the credit for not prosecution and exempt Huating from two years of taxes?" After looking at him for a while, the governor asked slowly.

Li Ling nodded immediately: "That is, I can do without the credits of the previous ones or my credits this time. Of course, the credits of the officials and others below are still needed."

"Hey, you're so arrogant..."

"Since I am the magistrate of Huating County, I should seek welfare for the people under my rule. They have suffered great disasters and cannot let them both shed blood, sweat and cry."

Governor Wen fell into deep thoughts again, and after a while, he stared at Li Ling's eyes: "I can agree to your request. However, I also have a condition. Only if you agree can you do this."

"Sir, please tell me."

"Within one month, you will be the governor of Yangzhou Prefecture."

"Ah?" Li Ling was stunned. He thought that the other party might make many difficult requests, but he never expected that such a request would be the end. By the way, what is this? Isn't this a promotion to his official position and giving him benefits?

Yang Qingxiao was also stunned. She looked at Li Ling and Wen Ming, thinking that she had hallucinations. If not, then this governor was so angry that Li Lang was said completely crazy.

How could you be quick to promote your subordinates who offend and threaten them? If this is true, it will be simple to become an official in the future. Just fight with your boss. In any case, not only will there be no future problems, but you can also be promoted.

Seeing Li Ling stunned and surprised, Wen Ming finally felt a little more comfortable and said, "Why, don't you want to?"

"Master Futai, you... are you serious? As long as I am willing to be the prefect of Yangzhou, will you agree to those two conditions?"

"good."

"But I... I've been in the position of Huating County Magistrate for less than half a year, and it's far from the time to take the exam." Li Ling said a little uncomfortable. According to the example of the Dayue Dynasty government, generally speaking, the promotion of officials takes three years to be decided. Although there are also rapid promotions, it is not the norm after all. Moreover, the emperor personally issued an order to promote it, and it took a year to pass.

Even Li Ling's teacher Wei Liang was quickly promoted to Songjiang Prefecture after being the magistrate of Jiangcheng County for three years and having great achievements in defending the city. This is enough to make people jealous. But Li Ling is so young that he has only been released from the magistrate for half a year and is about to be promoted to the magistrate? This has caused him to have an idea. Is the other party trying to use this trick to praise him?

"At an extraordinary time, I should be a temporary job. Now Jiangnan is in a mess, especially in Yangzhou, which have been broken into cities by thieves and killed many officials. People with competent people need to stand up and preside over the overall situation. You, Li Ling, are brave enough and have a brain. I think you are very suitable for this position and will not let me down or disappoint the court." Wen Ming said seriously, "Of course, if you are afraid, I will not force you."

His aggressive general made Li Ling a little funny. However, he agreed with the other party’s statement. Jiangnan is indeed in many difficulties now, and Yangzhou and other places cannot be missed.
Chapter completed!