After being reborn with my scumbag ex-husband, I became his sister-in-law.

Thinking of this, He Yunze confidently addressed the Marquis of Anding:

"The position of Left Advisor is definitely mine, and I will lead the Marquis's Mansion to prosperity in the future."

Without a second thought, Marquis Anding said, "Forget it. I don't expect you to achieve great things like your brother. I only hope you can maintain what you have."

Brother! It's my brother again!

My grandmother was like that, and so was my father; they talked about the living dead lying on their beds every day!

He Yunze laughed angrily: "Father, what makes you think I'm inferior to my brother?"

Marquis An Ding looked up, intending to say that it was inferior in every way, but in the end he took a deep breath and softened his voice:

"Fine, tomorrow you and I will go to the Secretariat to apologize and see if there are any vacancies."

He Yunze snorted coldly, his voice resolute: "No, I will pay a visit to Minister Xin tomorrow."

Marquis An Ding stared wide-eyed in disbelief: "What do you want to do?"

He Yunze shook his head and sighed, "Father, you've really gotten old. You're completely unaware of the situation in the court and you can't judge people well!"

Marquis An Ding suddenly stood up, feeling his head buzzing: "You unfilial son! What did you say? Get out! Get out of here!"

He Yunze straightened his back and said calmly, "If I don't gain Lord Xin's trust and appreciation tomorrow, you can kick me out of the Marquis's mansion if you want."

"However, please ask Father to prepare a celebratory gift in advance to celebrate my meteoric rise in rank."

After calmly finishing his words, he turned and left the study without hesitation.

Only Marquis Anding was left alone, so angry that he slumped into a chair.

The next day, He Yunze got up very early, took a bath and burned incense, and went to pay his respects to Minister Xin.

Before leaving, he also brought a painting to please him, a green bamboo painting by a famous artist, which was the favorite work of Minister Xin in his previous life.

In this life, he was better prepared than in his previous life. He Yunze was confident that he could gain Xin Shilang's appreciation even more than in his previous life.

But to his surprise, he was stopped by the gatekeeper as soon as he arrived at the Xin residence.

"Please inform him that I wish to see Lord Xin."

The gatekeeper, unfazed by the arrival, waved his hand impatiently: "No, no, Your Excellency is on leave today and will not see any guests!"

He Yunze was not surprised to hear this. He calmly took two steps forward and stuffed two pieces of silver into the servant's hand.

“I am not an outsider, but Lord Xin’s future favorite student. As long as you go and inform him, he will surely appreciate me, and you will be rewarded in the future.”

The gatekeeper listened and looked He Yunce up and down with surprise.

Many scholars came to visit Lord Xin. He had seen those who were exceptionally talented and those who were as handsome as Pan An, but this was the first time he had seen someone so confident.

Could it be that he really has some kind of background?

The gatekeeper hesitated for a moment, then accepted the money and went to report.

At that moment, Lord Xin was sitting on the bed, feeding his wife medicine spoonful by spoonful.

Upon hearing the report, he paused in his work: "Didn't I say that I'm staying with my wife today and not receiving any guests?"

The servant frowned: "The gatekeeper initially refused as well, but the man was very confident, saying that if you met him, you would definitely appreciate him and promote him. Judging from his appearance, he must be someone of great importance!"

Upon hearing this, Madam Xin became even more curious: "Where did this literary star descend to earth come from, that he has such confidence?"

Upon hearing this, Madam Xin smiled slightly and took the medicine from Vice Minister Xin's hands: "Since you're curious, then go and take a look."

When Vice Minister Xin hurriedly went out, he saw a handsome and spirited face.

He stood there neither humble nor arrogant, wearing a jade crown and a light blue robe embroidered with bamboo leaves in silver thread.

Minister Xin's favorite subject was bamboo. Seeing He Yunze dressed in a blue robe, and as upright as the bamboo, Minister Xin's mood immediately improved.

"Young man, is it you who came to see me?"

He Yunze looked at that familiar face, a man over fifty years old yet refined and dignified, who was none other than his mentor from his previous life who had appreciated him.

His heart started pounding, and his voice unconsciously rose.

"I am He Yunce from the Marquis of Anding's residence. I have come here today to offer a good solution to the tax revenue problem that is causing concern to the court."

Upon hearing this, Vice Minister Xin paused, then his eyes suddenly lit up.

The court is currently facing a financial crisis. Although the country is at peace and the population is large, the finances are very tight. This problem remains unresolved and has been a source of great distress.

Thinking it over, Vice Minister Xin's smile became a little more genuine: "In that case, please come in and sit down."

The two sat down in the study. He Yunze felt a little nervous as he looked at Minister Xin's approving and encouraging gaze.

But he still took a small sip of tea and spoke slowly and deliberately:

"The court's finances are strained, so fiscal and tax reforms should be implemented to redefine the distinction between the national treasury and His Majesty's private treasury. At the same time, the previous taxation based on population should be changed to taxation based on capital."

This method was taught to him by Lord Xin in his previous life. Because of this method, he became famous in the court, and even the emperor praised him highly.

And judging from its subsequent performance, this was indeed a great reform that would benefit future generations.

Minister Xin narrowed his eyes as he listened, and the smile on his face froze slightly, but he quickly regained his composure.

"Your idea is excellent; it shows your insight into the political situation of the court! Do you currently hold any official rank or position? Or are you currently employed in any position?"

Upon hearing this, He Yunze could no longer contain the surging emotions within him. He hurriedly stood up and bowed to Minister Xin:

"I come from the Marquis of Anding's mansion, but I am now just a commoner. If you do not mind, I am willing to become your student!"

Vice Minister Xin looked down at him and nodded. "If you have such insight, I would naturally be willing to take you as my student!"

"The bamboo embroidery on your clothes is beautiful! It's a waste of your talent to be a student."

When He Yunze heard this, his heart nearly jumped out of his chest.

really!

Even if he were to be reborn, Lord Xin would still appreciate him in the same way!

He Yunze hurriedly presented the painting of green bamboo that he carried with him to Vice Minister Xin. He tried his best to remain calm and said neither servilely nor arrogantly:

"This is a gift from the students."

Minister Xin slowly unfurled the scroll, and his expression changed instantly when he saw the green bamboo depicted on it.

"This painting of green bamboo is actually my favorite work! Is this a forgery by you?"

Sensing the surprised look on Minister Xin's face, He Yunze felt extremely pleased and confidently spoke:

"No, it's not a forgery, but a genuine work by a master, which the student painstakingly found!"

Then Minister Xin asked in a low voice, "If your plan succeeds, what kind of reward do you want?"

He Yunce was overjoyed: "I am actually good at the position of Left Remonstrance Official. I would like to ask you, Master, to recommend me and help me get this position!"

Upon hearing this, Vice Minister Xin gazed at him with a deep look in his eyes: "This position is not vacant. Lord Su is merely ill and will return to the court in a month. Do you want his position?"

He Yunze was taken aback, then shook his head: "No, Su Mingli is about to pass away, and the position of Left Remonstrance Official will soon be vacant. The court is short of people, so it would be best if a student could fill the position."

As soon as he finished speaking, the large study fell silent.

Lord Xin suddenly sat up from the couch, his voice filled with boundless anger.

"How dare you! You investigated my hidden preferences and tried to bribe me with a famous painting. Now you want to usurp my position?!"

He Yunze looked up abruptly, only to see Lord Xin's furious face.