Three Kingdoms: Ten Times Speed, Diao Chan Says I'm Too Fast

Two days passed in the blink of an eye.

Duan Yu has been extremely busy these past two days.

Having been away for several months, the backlog of official duties alone required Duan Yu to personally handle and sign off on countless matters.

The operation of a state's political system cannot be explained in just a few words.

Ancient times did not have the advanced communication technology of modern times.

Sometimes, a government decree might be issued from Ji County, but by the time it reaches another location, the decree may have already changed en route.

Fortunately, Duan Yu currently only controls the three core counties of Liangzhou.

Hanyang, Longxi, Jincheng.

Even so, Duan Yu already realized why it was extremely difficult for ancient emperors to issue decrees outside the capital.

This is partly why, apart from the founding emperor, the longer a dynasty lasts, the weaker its control over local areas tends to be.

Meanwhile, the scale of development among large clans rooted in the local area is becoming increasingly larger.

Local gentry families rose above imperial power.

Although Liangzhou is not currently facing this situation, Duan Yu needs an efficient political system that can quickly complete a series of arrangements.

Reforming the Liangzhou system is therefore urgently needed.

At this moment, in the council hall of the governor's mansion, the first meeting on reforming the political system of Liangzhou officially began.

This was the first time that all of Duan Yu's civil and military officials had gathered together.

The large council hall is flanked by bronze tiger-shaped bronze statues symbolizing power, as well as two rows of chime bells.

The civil and military officials were arranged in four rows on the left and right.

Duan Yu, dressed in a black official robe, sat behind a large ink-jade desk.

Below the Hall of State Affairs, the civil officials at the head of the first row were Jia Xu and Li Ru.

Following the two were Yang Fu, the Prefect of Hanyang Commandery; Gai Xun, the Prefect of Jincheng Commandery; Fan Jian, the Prefect of Hanyang Commandery; Yan Zhong, a member of the Liangzhou family; Jiang Xu, an official of Liangzhou; Zao Zhi, who had just been promoted to Minister of Agriculture; Xun You, Xi Zhicai, and Cheng Yu, who had recently entered Liang; and Liu Baitu, Duan Liuqing, and Jia Dong from the Military Affairs Office.

There were dozens of civil officials alone, both high-ranking and low-ranking.

On the other side are the military generals.

Compared to civil officials, the number of military officers was much greater.

The military faction was undoubtedly led by Chen Qing'an, the Commandant of Hanyang Commandery, and Gao Shun, who was among the first to join Duan Yu.

In addition, Zhang Liao, who is now serving as Protector of the Qiang, as well as Zhang Xun, the Commandant of Jincheng Commandery, Li Jue, the Commandant of Longxi Commandery, Guo Si, and others, have all returned from various places.

Lü Bu, Hua Xiong, Qu Yi, Tie Shitou, Wang Hunu, Zhang Ji, Zhang Xiu, Wang Fang, Li Meng, Hao Zhao, Zhao Yun, Zhao Feng, Ma Teng, Zhang Niujiao, Chu Yan, Guan Hai, Guan Cheng...

Looking at the hundred-plus people in the council hall.

A sense of pride welled up in Duan Yu's heart.

Two years.

Although it has only been less than two years.

While there was an element of luck involved in gathering so many civil and military officials, it was enough for Duan Yu to be proud of.

"The main reason for gathering everyone today is to announce a series of administrative reforms concerning the Liangzhou faction."

Duan Yu looked at the people in the palace and said, "From now on, Liangzhou will be divided into six regions."

"These six departments are: the United Front Work Department, the General Staff Department, the Agriculture Department, the Operations Department, the Commerce Department, and the Security Department."

"Each of the six departments will lead a region. The United Front Work Department will be responsible for planning campaigns, compiling campaign information, and arranging strategic directions. Now, I, the Marquis, will announce the personnel appointments for the United Front Work Department."

"Xun You, Xi Zhicai." Duan Yu's gaze fell on Xun You and Xi Zhicai, who were standing behind Li Ru and the others.

Upon hearing this, the two were taken aback at first, and then immediately walked out of the crowd.

"My Lord".

"My lord!"

The two men bowed to Duan Yu one after the other.

Duan Yu smiled and nodded, saying, "Although you haven't been in Liangzhou for long, I still believe in your abilities."

"Except for the United Front Work Department, the other five departments have long been in a certain form, but the United Front Work Department is the only one that has just been established."

"I entrust this important position to the two of you."

"I won't offer any words of encouragement."

Xun You and Xi Zhicai both had obvious expressions of surprise on their faces.

In terms of seniority, they were newcomers to Liangzhou.

Geographically, they come from Yingchuan.

There are Duan Yu's local faction from Bingzhou here, and there are also local factions from Liangzhou. No matter how you calculate it, it's not their turn.

Duan Yu could tell what Xun You and Xi Zhicai were thinking just by looking at them.

But he had a deeper meaning in appointing Xun You.

This is sending a signal and making plans for the future.

He wanted to use this method to tell those who might join his ranks in the future.

Liangzhou is not incapable of accommodating talents from other regions.

This was also sending a friendly signal to the gentry of Yingchuan and the Xun clan of Yingchuan.

"My lord..." Xun You looked at Duan Yu with surprise and cupped his hands, saying, "I am new to Liangzhou, I'm afraid..."

"Hey." Duan Yu waved his hand, interrupting Xun You's words, and said with a smile, "I have only been rising to power for less than two years. Under my command, there is no seniority system. If you feel that you are not qualified enough, then make up for it with your ability."

"I believe that both Gongda and Zhicai have this ability."

"I am about to launch a military campaign against Wuwei County and even the entire Western Regions. This is the perfect opportunity for you, Gongda, to demonstrate your abilities."

"There's no need to decline any further; Liangzhou believes in appointing the capable to the position."

"I have high expectations for your performance."

Xun You and Xi Zhicai exchanged a glance and then thanked Duan Yu.

"We are very grateful for your trust, and we will certainly live up to your kindness."

Duan Yu smiled and nodded, then turned his gaze to Jia Xu and the others.

"Jia Xu, Li Ru, Cheng Yu, Liu Baitu..."

"You will be reorganized from the Military Affairs Office and renamed the General Staff Department. You will be responsible for intelligence gathering, military and political consultation, planning, and operational matters."

"The General Staff Department is divided into two parts, left and right, with Jia Xu and Li Ru, and Cheng Yu and Liu Baitu in charge of the left and right respectively."

The four men stepped forward to accept the order.

"The Ministry of Agriculture, headed by Zao Zhi, is responsible for the Liangzhou production teams, as well as military farmland and mulberry fields. The Ministry is further divided into animal husbandry and aquaculture..."

"The Ministry of Commerce is headed by Jia Dong, who selects talent from all over the country to join it. Zhen Jiang serves as the chief consultant of the Ministry of Commerce... responsible for packaging, transportation, sales, product development and promotion."

"The Security Department is divided into two parts: left and right, consisting of Tie Shitou, Wang Hunu, Zhao Yun, and Zhao Feng. Tie Shitou, Zhao Yun, Wang Hunu, and Zhao Feng are in charge of the left and right parts respectively, and they are responsible for establishing two units: the Left Imperial Guard and the Right Imperial Guard. In addition, the Kite Guard Battalion led by Wang Yi will be incorporated into them."

"There's still the last operations department."

Duan Yu looked at Lü Bu, Hua Xiong, and the others, whose eyes were filled with anticipation.

"The operations department consists of Gao Shun, Chen Qing'an, Hua Xiong, Qu Yi, Lü Bu, Li Jue..."

"From this day forward, four armies will be formed in Liangzhou, and you will be in charge of their formation and command."

"The specific number of people, regulations, and unit numbers will be standardized after the new year."

"I hope that you all will work together to make Liangzhou shine again!" As soon as Duan Yu finished speaking, hundreds of civil and military officials in the hall shouted in unison.

"We will obey your orders, Lord!"

"We will obey your orders, Lord!"

"We will obey your orders, Lord!"

"We will obey your orders, Lord!"

............

That night.

State pastoral office.

The magnificent government building stood tall, its vermilion gates tightly shut, the copper studs on the gates gleaming with an imposing light.

The stone beasts on both sides are solemn, and ten armored guards with swords stand guard on both sides of the mansion, symbolizing solemnity and reverence.

Inside the mansion, the courtyards are deep and the halls and pavilions are arranged in a well-organized manner, revealing a meticulous sense of rigor and order.

The servants hurried along the corridor, their heads bowed and eyes submissive. They wore matching white dresses and carried exquisite jade platters of delicacies. The food on the platters emitted an enticing aroma, yet no one dared to stop and taste it.

The lanterns hanging high between the corridors and cloisters illuminated the entire mansion.

The mansion was unusually lively tonight.

The main reason is that the male owner of the mansion has returned.

Dong Yi, Diao Chan, Su He, and even Lady Bian were all busy in the mansion, just to welcome their husbands.

But even in this bustling mansion, there are quiet corners.

The rear residence is a small, separate courtyard that is not near any of the women's residences.

The courtyard gate was open, and there were two maids dressed in long black dresses in front of it.

Since Duan Yu came to Ji County from Jinyang, this mansion has been continuously expanded.

In addition to the land occupied by the mansion.

The number of personnel is also constantly expanding.

There were hundreds of maids nearby.

And these maids also had another characteristic.

Of these hundreds of maids, more than a hundred were dressed in black dresses, while the rest were usually dressed in white dresses.

These more than one hundred maids dressed in black dresses were not ordinary maids.

They share a common name: the Kite Guard Camp.

Their duty is to protect the inner quarters of the mansion, and only women trained by the Military Affairs Department are allowed to enter the Kite Guard Camp.

At this moment, the guards of the Iris Guard Camp stood in the quiet courtyard.

Inside the courtyard, a beautifully sculpted little girl was peering out from the direction of the gate.

"Mother, the manor is so lively today, Mother."

The little girl was sucking on a finger, her big eyes blinking.

Behind the young girl, a woman in her early twenties, dressed elegantly and exuding a scholarly air, was sitting in the courtyard.

It was none other than Xun Cai, the daughter of the Xun family, who had been sent back from Yingchuan.

Sitting opposite Xun Cai was Wang Yi, a captain of the Iris Guard, who was wearing a purple leather armor and a black cloak.