The number one spendthrift woman in the capital actually brings glory to her entire family?

Although the government of the Dayong Dynasty was nominally controlled by the royal family, it was actually greatly constrained by the Zhongzhou Association, which was formed by the three major families in alliance with the royal family.

After the imperial court makes a decision, it must be reviewed and supervised by the Zhongzhou Association. At a deeper level, the Zhongzhou Association is a very powerful and effective supervisory body of the imperial court. Moreover, it has the right to decide the final decision by vote, and may even supersede the imperial power at some levels. This is why the Dayong royal family is quite wary of the Zhongzhou Association.

The Zhongzhou Society is divided into four departments: the Military Intelligence Department, the Judicial Department, the General Affairs Department, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. These departments are each headed by one of the seven Grand Secretaries. These Grand Secretaries are all top figures from powerful families. For example, Ji Jiucheng, the head of the Ji family (Ji Wuge's father), is the Grand Secretary of the Military Intelligence Department. Tang Jingyao, the grandson of the Tang Clan, is in charge of the Judicial Department of the Zhongzhou Society and holds the official title of Deputy Grand Secretary of the Judicial Department (the original Grand Secretary of the Judicial Department, Lord Li Han, is bedridden due to illness, and Tang Jingyao is temporarily acting as the Grand Secretary). Members of the royal family do not participate in the process, but they have absolute authority to participate. Nearly one-third of the registered troops in the Military Intelligence Department are royal troops. They are not under the jurisdiction of the Zhongzhou Society but are directly commanded by the Dayong Royal Family.

All the military organization of the Dayong Dynasty was archived and recorded at the Military Intelligence Department of the Central State Council. Therefore, when Sikong Jin, Meng Benbo and others returned to the court, they had to report to the Military Intelligence Department before they could meet the emperor and wait for their transfer arrangements.

Lord Sikong arrived at the Zhongzhou Capital early in the morning and went straight to the Military Intelligence Bureau. They were received by a guard under Liu Zhang, the deputy commander of the Liu family. He was arrogant and spoke to Lord Sikong in a very formulaic tone, "Lord Sikong Jin, you should have reported to the Military Intelligence Bureau immediately upon returning to the capital yesterday. Deputy Commander Liu Zhang is very displeased with your slack attitude. He is very busy right now and probably does not have time to see you!"

"What?" Lord Sikong raised his eyebrows in surprise and asked in confusion, "Has Lord Liu Zhang been promoted again?"

The guard glanced at Lord Sikong with a hint of disdain. "Yes, Your Excellency has just been transferred to the Military Intelligence Bureau as Deputy Chief."

So you got promoted?

Lord Sikong blinked thoughtfully, then asked, "May I ask, did Her Highness the Eighth Princess also come here with Lord Liu?"

Xing Zidie, the eighth princess of the Dayong Dynasty, is Liu Zhang's wife, a model businesswoman, and Liu Zhang's capable supporter.

"Her Highness the Princess has been transferred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as an envoy for the search and investigation mission," the guard replied coldly.

The couple's careers have been progressing rapidly, but isn't Xing Zidie heavily pregnant? Is it really necessary for her to work so hard?

Sikong Jin smiled calmly, then clasped his hands and said, "Please inform Lord Liu that Sikong Jin has come to report for duty and has important matters to discuss..."

However, before Sikong Jin could finish speaking, a series of powerful footsteps suddenly came from outside the door. Sikong Jin subconsciously turned her head and saw a man in a crisp blue and black official robe carrying documents striding in from under the magnificent gate. The man was about forty years old, handsome, and tall. He exuded a majestic and domineering aura, righteous and upright, and his whole body radiated a capable and decisive momentum. His hawk-like eyes were as sharp as cold swords, and his heroic spirit was overwhelming.

"Ok?"

The man's sharp gaze swept across the room and immediately fell upon Sikong Jin standing in front of the reception desk. He abruptly stopped in his tracks, a faint smile appearing on his handsome and dignified face. His gaze softened in an instant, and his tone became warm and gentle, "A-Jin? When did you get back?"

Sikong Jin was also slightly taken aback, her mind racing, and she quickly found memories of this man—

Ji Jiucheng, Ji Wuge's father, is the Grand Commander of the Military Intelligence Department of Zhongzhou Society. He was a close friend of his father, Sikong Qi, and had given them a lot of help. In particular, his father, Sikong Qi, was a man of strong character who did not know how to flatter, which caused him a lot of trouble. If it weren't for Ji Jiucheng and a few other close friends protecting him, Sikong Qi would have been detained by the judicial authorities long ago.

He usually took good care of Sikong Jin. If he hadn't turned a blind eye to Sikong Jin's little tricks, Sikong Jin might have been invited to the Ministry of Justice for tea long ago! Of course, with Tang Jingyao there, Sikong Jin was still quite unrestrained, but he always remembered his kindness.

"This humble official, Sikong Jin, greets Lord Ji, it's been a long time. I hope you are well."

Sikong Jin removed his official hat, bowed respectfully, and smiled.

"I'm perfectly fine, but you, little guy, you've grown so much taller, darker, and thinner in just six months. You've become a handsome young man! I wonder how many pretty girls you've stolen the hearts of since you came back!"

Ji Jiucheng smiled and looked Sikong Jin up and down. The kindness in his eyes made Sikong Jin feel a faint warmth. "You've come to the Military Intelligence Bureau to report for duty so early in the morning, haven't you?"

Sikong Jin nodded. "I didn't make it yesterday. Lord Liu Zhang is very busy with official duties and may have to come again tomorrow."

Ji Jiucheng's sharp gaze swept over the guard at the reception desk, causing the guard to tremble slightly. Ji Jiucheng's face immediately darkened, and he said in a stern tone, "Oh? Is that so? Is Lord Liu Zhang very busy with official duties? How come I didn't know? I just saw him leisurely having breakfast at the Hilton Hotel! He doesn't seem busy at all?"

As he spoke, he squinted at the guard, "Have all matters been resolved? Hmm? Aren't the newly purchased batch of horses still undergoing intensive training? You, immediately send Lord Liu Zhang over to inspect them, and have him write a report upon his return, to be submitted to my desk before evening!"

"But the Deputy Grand Secretary, he..."

"Damn it, get going! If you keep nagging, I'll fire you!"

"Yes! Yes! This subordinate will go immediately!"

……

"What kind of character is this! Only the Liu family could raise such loyal subordinates!"

Ji Jiucheng scoffed dismissively, then turned to Sikong Jin and his tone softened, "Alright, Ajin, you don't need to report anymore. You just got back, so have a few days to relax and have some fun. Go find Xiao Ji for a drink. Xiao Ji knows you're back, right?"

Sikong Jin felt a surge of emotion. Such blatant protection of their own, coupled with a sharp rebuke to Liu Zhang, clearly showed no respect for the Liu family. Although the Ji and Liu families had a long-standing feud, neither had openly broken off relations. Now…

"Thank you, sir! I have already arranged to have lunch with General Ji."

"Oh, that's about right. No wonder you got up so early this morning. Go on then... Oh, Ajin, I forgot to remind you, don't give in to the Ninth Princess's matter. It was something your father and mother worked very hard to arrange back then. But I believe that guy isn't the kind of person who goes back on his word..."