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"Take, for example, flood control. A former county magistrate saw the people trapped by a flood, starving and starving, yet he turned a blind eye and spent his days in his yamen reciting poetry and composing prose! What was the result? The victims, left with nowhere to turn, gathered together and attacked the government warehouse, causing a huge uproar! In the end, the county magistrate was beheaded! On the contrary, if you could go deep into the people's lives, walk through the mud, and understand their sufferings, you would know when farmers most long for rain and why merchants worry most about taxes; you would be able to address the people's urgent needs, open the warehouses to provide relief from famine, build canals and control floods to protect agriculture, promote education and enlighten the people, and fight violence and protect the people..."

"Do some truly good things that the people can see, touch, and benefit from! The people have their own standards! They will wholeheartedly support you! Reputation is your greatest protection. With the people united and government policies implemented smoothly, the region will naturally enjoy long-term peace and stability! Xia Zhu, this kind of reputation can't be bought with gold, silver, or jewelry. How can it be earned by flattery?"

When Xia Zhu heard the words "famine", "flood control", "emphasis on education" and "elimination of violence", he imagined in his mind what an official who truly works for the people should do, and his eyes gradually brightened from confusion.

She seemed to have grasped how the mysterious will of the people took root.

Lin Zhen paused, looked at Xia Zhu who seemed to be thinking about something, and continued.

"However, having an empty mind without the correct method is like a boat without a rudder. Therefore, the third point is called the solid mind! This is the oar!"

"Officialdom isn't a place for empty talk. Once you're in office, you must manage the government. You need to be proficient in common affairs, adjudicating criminal cases, collecting taxes and levies, building water conservancy projects, and providing peace and education... This is the foundation of an official's life! If you shirk responsibility and drag your feet, you're just sitting there doing nothing; if you're at a loss when faced with a sudden disaster; if you're completely unaware of your subordinates' deception... then you're an incompetent official, a foolish one, and you'll ultimately harm people and cause trouble!"

"So, while you're with Ling'er, you must be diligent, learn the paperwork, and be familiar with the laws. You must be meticulous in managing the flow of money and grain, and be absolutely sure of it! Furthermore, you must cultivate the ability to judge people and the courage to make decisions. You must remain calm in the face of critical situations and take responsibility in the face of changing circumstances. Become a practical person who can get things done, knows how to get things done, and gets them done! Only then will you be worthy of your salary and the official robes you wear!"

When it came to criminal law and finance, Xia Zhu became noticeably more serious. These were the very practical fundamentals that she most wanted to learn and was most worried about. She even leaned forward slightly and whispered, "Well, I will definitely study hard and practice diligently."

Lin Zhen watched Xia Zhu's expression change from resistance to concentration, and the satisfaction in his eyes became even stronger.

"Good! A good character, a good foundation, and a good job are the three qualities that make a good official!"

He extinguished his pipe and turned his tone to one of expectation: "You are in your prime, talented, and willing to listen to these principles. I am very optimistic about you. Ling'er has extensive experience in how to govern and maintain a place. You should follow her closely, learn humbly, and understand carefully!"

"But remember! Your appointment as Wuqing County Magistrate is of extraordinary significance. If you can truly carve out a name for yourself in Wuqing and prove to the world that women can shoulder important responsibilities and govern a region, you will be a role model for countless women in Daqian! Your glorious name will be etched in history books! Future officials should look up to you as a role model!"

He suddenly changed the subject, his tone like quenching ice water, biting to the bone:

"on the contrary!"

"If you treat this as a joke, do your job perfunctorily, and ruin your job; or if you are obsessed with women's rights but only pursue fame instead of doing practical work; or even if you are greedy for comfort and afraid of difficulties and risks!"

"So!"

Lin Zhen's voice was firm and decisive, and every word was like a hammer hitting Xia Zhu's heart:

"Don't blame me for being so ruthless. I will personally report this to His Majesty! Using you as an example, I will lament the inadequacy of women serving as officials, wasting salaries and bringing harm to the region. I will completely block the path for all future women to enter the imperial court. You will be the culprit who has destroyed the dreams of countless women! Remember, if you succeed, your reputation will be passed down through the ages, proving that you are no less capable than men. If you fail, your infamy will be infamous for eternity, destroying the hopes of those who come after you! Can you bear this eternal infamy?"

Xia Zhu's face turned pale instantly!

The huge responsibility and heavy sense of destiny are like a mountain pressing down on your head!

But besides fear, there was also a completely ignited flame of "responsibility" and "unwillingness" burning in her eyes!

Lin Zhen's cold declaration tied her personal success or failure to the future of the entire female group, leaving her with no way out!

But it also stimulated the stubbornness in her bones!

She bit her lip, her body shaking slightly uncontrollably, out of fear, but also an unprecedented sense of mission!

After Lin Zhen finished speaking, he stood up.

The moonlight shines through the window lattice and falls on his tall figure.

He suddenly leaned over, his movements were a little forceful but gentle, and he passed one hand through the cascading black hair behind Xia Zhu's neck, and took her head, which was lowered due to shock and complicated emotions, into his arms!

Press it tightly against her tight and flat belly, which is only separated by a thin shirt!

Xia Zhu could clearly feel the outline of the abdominal muscles and the burning body temperature!

This intimate yet controlling posture made her freeze again.

However, Lin Zhen's voice, coming from above, was deep and powerful, with a rare and sincere warmth, like a burning coal in the cold wind:

"Actually...Xia Zhu."

His fingers unconsciously combed through her hair lightly:

"Everything I say today comes from the bottom of my heart. I sincerely hope you can succeed! Be an honest official, speak up for the people, and strive to leave a dignified name in history!"

These words are no longer whispers between lovers, but resounding official warnings!

Every sentence goes straight to the core of being an official!

Every sentence is full of wisdom in governing the country and ensuring the people’s safety!

Xia Zhu's originally tense body actually relaxed slowly and involuntarily as Lin Zhen gave her pointed instructions.

The figure with his back to Lin Zhen was no longer full of resistance, but instead showed a kind of concentration as if listening attentively.

The mood filled with anger and humiliation was gradually washed away by these simple but wise sayings, and an unprecedented sense of clarity, as if the clouds had been cleared and the sun was shining, gradually replaced the chaos.

Yes... this is the way to be an official!

This is what Xia Zhu really pursues!

Lin Zhen was not just a playboy as she thought, he saw things so clearly!

That makes so much sense!

No wonder that under his influence, Daqian was able to have such clean governance and peaceful people's lives!

The resentment in my heart was quietly replaced by another emotion mixed with admiration and submission.

She took a deep breath, slowly got up and put on some clothes.

She turned sideways, lowered her eyes, her long eyelashes concealing her complex emotions. Her voice was no longer sharp, but carried a calmness and sincere humility after a period of precipitation:

"Your subordinate...will remember the prince's teachings."

Lin Zhen watched her transformation, a flicker of satisfaction in his eyes. He tapped the ash from his cigarette, his tone filled with hope and encouragement:

"This is just the beginning. To become a truly capable official who can shoulder important responsibilities and benefit the people, you still have a long way to go. But you are in your prime, and you have such insight and ambition. I am optimistic about you."

"Success or failure depends on you!"

After Lin Zhen finished speaking, he casually threw the pipe in his hand, which had long been extinguished, onto the small table beside him.