The First National Preceptor of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 648

They also wanted Xu Tian to stay there forever.

Xu Tian was not only able to seek justice for these ordinary people, but also able to help some of the old Fans to reform themselves.

Take those two thieves for example; they're really taking the construction of the school very seriously now.

And the other side.

The prime minister learned that Xu Tian was doing very well in the disaster area.

He was instantly enraged and had also offended the county magistrate, so he had already been dismissed from his post by Xu Tian.

He was almost furious; he never expected Xu Tian to be able to do something like that.

He originally thought that Xu Tian would not return this time.

But unexpectedly, despite being put in such a difficult position, he was still able to turn things around.

Not only did they build the dikes ahead of time, but they also demoted the county magistrate.

Even worse, this guy is now actually opening a branch of his own academy over there.

The prime minister felt this was simply outrageous.

But he could only vent his anger in these mansions.

This matter received strong support from Li Er.

Xu Tian then conveyed to Li Er the villagers' desire for him to temporarily assume the position of county magistrate.

Most importantly, Li Er also gave it his strong support.

However, the prime minister changed his mind.

Wouldn't that mean Xu Tian wouldn't be able to return to Chang'an?

He instantly curled the corners of his mouth into a wicked smile.

“Xu Tian, ​​since you’re so eager to get ahead, I’ll grant your wish. From now on, you can stay in the disaster area.”

He thought this method was better, as it would prevent Xu Tian from returning to Chang'an.

He only asked to stay there and serve as the county magistrate, so that he wouldn't see him again.

When the morning court session arrived, the prime minister praised Xu Tian highly and appointed him as the county magistrate.

Li Er was naturally unwilling; he wanted to keep Xu Tian by his side.

If Xu Tian goes there to serve as a county magistrate, wouldn't that mean they can only communicate by letter if anything happens?

The prime minister could tell that Li Er was unwilling, so he showered Xu Tian with compliments in court.

"The disaster in the south has been going on for quite some time, but ever since Lord Xu came up with this solution, the dikes have been repaired, and there will be no more disasters in the south."

"Looking across the entire Tang Dynasty, I'm afraid we can't find such a talent."

"Furthermore, I have heard that the people there do not want Lord Xu to leave, and he is revered by all. Only Lord Xu could do such a thing."

Upon hearing the prime minister's words, all the officials and civil servants began to chime in.

"The Prime Minister is absolutely right. Although the disaster in the south has been resolved, the people are unwilling to see Lord Xu leave. Moreover, to have him serve as acting magistrate is a great honor indeed!"

"Indeed, only Lord Xu could do that."

"The capable Lord Xu is truly a great blessing to the nation!"

The ministers, especially the prime minister's faction.

They all started to strongly advocate for Xu Tian to stay there, believing that once he became the county magistrate, he wouldn't be able to come back at all.

They believed Xu Tian had the talent to do this.

These people started praising him vehemently, wanting Li Er to let Xu Tian stay there.

In this way, the prime minister can continue to do whatever he wants in Chang'an.

Xu Tian would no longer appear before him.

Wouldn't that be the best of both worlds?

The Grand Tutor knew exactly what the Prime Minister was thinking.

Very disdainful.

However, the local people had long wished for Xu Tian to temporarily serve as the county magistrate, and he could not interfere too much.

Moreover, judging from Li Er's expression, he seemed to be very happy.

If he speaks up now, he might not get anything in return.