Being an emperor is not something he can do, so he can only rely on his connections.

The two stood quietly, their four gazes meeting, time seemed to freeze at this moment, the atmosphere seemed a little awkward and subtle.

Finally, it was Zhang Jingwei who broke the silence first: "Is the book Gao Jieyuan is holding in his hand Master Zhuo Wu's 'Translated Scriptures'?"

Gao Jiong nodded slightly, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes, and responded, "That's exactly the book! Not only is the text easy to read, but it also contains many insightful insights into statecraft. Even more remarkable is that Master Zhuo Wu has cleverly incorporated many historical allusions into it. It's truly fascinating!"

Zhang Jingwei smiled and nodded in agreement. "To be honest, Brother Gao, I have several similar books here. If you're interested, I'll have the military corps copy them down and send them to you."

Gao Jiong was overjoyed upon hearing this and quickly bowed his hands in thanks, "Is that true? That's wonderful! Thank you, Zhang Xiaolian, for your generous gift!"

Zhang Jingwei waved his hand and said with a smile, "It's just a trivial matter, not worth mentioning. In that case, let's not waste time and start today's interview!"

Gao Jiong nodded in agreement and said, "It should be so!"

Then, Zhang Jingwei turned to look at Qian Ming beside him and whispered, "Qian Ming, please call the manager of the Human Resources Department and ask him to come here quickly."

Qian Ming replied respectfully, "Yes!" Then he turned around and left in a hurry.

Soon, a man approached quickly. This man was the head of the Human Resources Department. He was unusual in that he was the only one among the many managers who wasn't a scholar. He was originally a military officer, and because his duties were highly compatible with personnel work, Zhang Jingwei, after consulting with Huangfu Changshui, transferred him to the position of head of the Human Resources Department.

The head of the Human Resources Department hurried to Zhang Jingwei, bowed and said, "Boss!"

Zhang Jingwei nodded slightly, indicating that he could start, and said, "Let's get started, Shopkeeper He!"

Shopkeeper He responded, then turned to look at Gao Jiong standing nearby and asked, "Sir, where are you from? What achievements have you made?"

Gao Jiong stepped forward and replied in a calm and collected manner, "In reply to the shopkeeper, I am from Yueyang, Jinzhou. In the year Dingsi, I was fortunate enough to pass the Hedong County Examination and was ranked first in the provincial examination."

Upon hearing this, Shopkeeper He's eyes flashed with surprise, but he quickly regained his composure and continued, "As a top-ranked scholar, you should have gone to the capital to study, hoping to pass the imperial examination and bring honor to your family. I wonder why you didn't choose that path, and instead lingered here?"

Gao Jiong smiled wryly and replied slowly, "To be honest, I really don't want to be the King of Jin's disciple anymore. Due to various reasons, I have no choice but to wander north to seek another way out."

At this moment, Zhang Jingwei, who had been silent all this time, suddenly interrupted and said, "If that's the case, why don't you head south and head straight for the capital?"

Gao Jiong sighed and explained, "Zhang Xiaolian, you don't know that Jiangzhou and Zezhou are both part of the Jin King's fiefdom. If we rashly head south, we'll inevitably be discovered, and the consequences will be disastrous. Therefore, I have no choice but to head north."

Zhang Jingwei suddenly understood and nodded, saying, "So that's how it is. So, you actually escaped from the Prince of Jin!"

Gao Ying nodded somewhat awkwardly.

Zhang Jingwei stared at Gao Jiong sharply and said slowly, "Someone asked you to come to Yunzhou, right?" His calm and firm tone seemed to have seen through everything.

Gao Jiong was startled for a moment, then revealed a look of admiration. He cupped his hands and said, "Zhang Xiaolian is truly exceptionally intelligent. I admire him greatly. To be honest, I came to Yunzhou this time because of the princess's request. Furthermore, the general who escorted me out of the city was an old friend of yours."

Hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed across Zhang Jingwei's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure and asked, "Oh? Who is this old friend?"

Gao Jiong smiled and replied, "It is General Gao. Before leaving, General Gao told me many things about you. I have heard that Zhang Xiaolian is talented, wise and brave, and is truly a role model for our generation. Zhao Xuan has long respected you, so he came to Huangfu Junxing specifically to respond to the call!"

At this moment, Shopkeeper He leaned over to Zhang Jingwei's ear and whispered softly, "Boss, if that's the case, how about skipping this interview? After all, it's an introduction from an acquaintance, and General Gao has given us a good word..."

However, Zhang Jingwei decisively shook his head and responded in a low voice, "No. What I hate most in my life is people with connections. If this person truly has real talent and knowledge, he should naturally be given important positions; but if he is just an empty name with no real ability, then forget it!" After saying this, he looked at Gao Jiong again and said loudly, "Gao Jieyuan, the first test is over. The second test requires the other shareholders to verify their qualifications!"

Gao Jiong looked confident and said, "I understand!"

Today, the army invited the two shareholders of the West and South Quarters to question Gao Jiong. They were going to invite the owner of the East Quarter as well, but the owner of the East Quarter was being kidnapped.

While Gao Jiong was interviewing, Zhang Jingwei wrote a letter to Gao Fei, mainly asking about Gao Jiong's character and talent, and secondly asking whether any major events had occurred in Jinzhou.

Qian Ming was about to go to the posthouse with the letter in his arms, but suddenly, he rushed upstairs like a gust of wind. He ran to Zhang Jingwei breathlessly and shouted, "Master, Master Ma is here!"

Zhang Jingwei was slightly startled, frowned slightly, and asked, "Did he come back alone?"

Qian Ming wiped the sweat from his forehead and quickly replied, "No, Master, that female warrior also came with us! But to be honest, the female warrior was dressed so beautifully today that I didn't recognize her at first!"

Hearing this, Zhang Jingwei couldn't help but feel a surge of curiosity. He quickly walked to the street-facing window, gently pushed open the sash, and looked out. Sure enough, he saw an exquisitely decorated carriage parked steadily at the entrance of the military camp. The moment he turned around, Ma Tianmao and the red-clad woman he had seen yesterday had already appeared in the office like ghosts.

At this moment, the red-robed heroine was dressed in an elegant pink gown with flowing sleeves, resembling a fairy from heaven. Her carefully painted face was even more charming and charming, and with the perfect amount of makeup, she looked as noble and elegant as a daughter of an official family.

The red-dressed heroine looked around and her eyes fell on Zhang Jingwei. She smiled and praised him, "Master Zhang, your place is truly magnificent!"

Ma Tianmao on the side completely disregarded his image. Like a hungry tiger pouncing on its prey, he frantically grabbed the snacks on Zhang Jingwei's table and stuffed them into his mouth in big mouthfuls. From time to time, he also picked up the teacup and drank it with his head tilted back. He looked like a starving ghost reincarnated.

Zhang Jingwei couldn't help but shake his head when he saw this, muttering softly, "Why does this guy look like he hasn't eaten in his entire life?"

Upon hearing this, the red-clothed heroine covered her mouth and chuckled, explaining, "He's been hungry all day and howled all night last night." As she spoke, she reached out and handed over a note.

Zhang Jingwei took the note suspiciously and took a closer look. On it were written a few large characters: "Wuzhou Confucian Temple, twenty shi."