Transmigrated into a seven-year-old child, my fate is in my own hands, not in the heavens.

Good heavens, I never expected that Prefect Song would be so blind.

He was trying to scheme against him, but unexpectedly, the other party turned around and wanted him to help him.

Don't even think about it!

Although Chen Jing thought this in his heart, he did not show it on his face. He smiled slightly and said, "Lord Song, the plague in Suizhou City has been brought under control. I will report this to His Majesty."

"His Majesty will be delighted at that time, and I will certainly convey Lord Song's request in a timely manner. Lord Song, just wait for my good news."

"Then I will await good news. Thank you very much." Prefect Song clasped his hands in thanks.

"Just wait and see!" Chen Jing's smile deepened.

I wouldn't be that stupid!

Zhao Lian didn't miss the subtle details on Chen Jing's face; she instantly understood his thoughts.

That old fox is cunning and shrewd; he may have sweet words, but he's definitely up to no good.

Feeling scrutinized, Chen Jing felt uncomfortable and began to search for the direction from which the gaze was coming.

He finally discovered that there was a girl standing behind Yangmei.

This girl is tall, with wheat-colored skin, a high nose, and big eyes. It's hard to describe how beautiful she is; you could just say she has a pretty face.

However, those bright, expressive eyes seemed to speak volumes and could see right through people's hearts. Chen Jing suddenly felt as if she had seen right through him.

"Mei'er...cough cough~"

Upon hearing this, Chen Jing immediately realized his mistake, coughed twice, and pointed at Zhao Lian, asking, "Madam Song, who is this young lady?"

Before Yang Mei could answer, Zhao Lian smiled brightly and curtsied gracefully: "Greetings, Your Excellency Governor! My name is Zhao Lian, and Lord Song is my godfather!"

"There are some things I didn't want to say, but I feel particularly close to you, sir, and you are also an old friend of my godmother."

"After much thought, I've decided to say a few words. I hope you won't take offense."

“Your Excellency, although Suizhou City is under the jurisdiction of my godfather, in other words, you are my godfather’s direct superior, and Suizhou City is also within your jurisdiction.”

“If Suizhou City is good, it will be the icing on the cake for you, sir. But if Suizhou City is not good, it will also affect your career.”

"The implications of this are self-evident and need no further explanation from me; you, sir, will understand."

"I see that you, sir, are of good health and integrity, and you must be an upright person who would never do anything that would harm others or yourself for personal grudges. What do you say, sir?"

"What a sharp-tongued girl! How dare you be so presumptuous, how dare you speak to the governor like that! I think you're tired of living!"

Yao Miao rebuked him with a cold face.

Chen Jing nodded secretly, not expecting that this seemingly unremarkable girl actually had such a gossipy and clever mind.

Although it was just a few words, they enlightened Chen Jing, making him suddenly see the light after being puzzled for so long.

These words also stunned Yang Mei and Prefect Song. There were some things they couldn't say, and didn't know how to say, but Zhao Lian didn't seem to have many reservations and blurted them out.

"Zhao Lian, don't be rude!" Yang Mei stopped Zhao Lian, looking nervous. "Your Excellency, Zhao Lian has been disrespectful. If I have offended you in any way, I hope you will forgive me."

“Lord Song, this girl dares to be so presumptuous because you indulge her, and you can’t escape responsibility.” Yao Miao’s eyes were sinister.

Zhao Lian raised an eyebrow: "Where does the governor's arrogance come from? Did I step on your tail? Don't forget, you're just a lapdog in front of the governor. The master hasn't even spoken yet, and you're already showing off!"

"You~"

Yao Miao's face turned ashen. He hadn't expected that this girl was not only sharp-tongued but also quite audacious, daring to challenge his bottom line time and time again.

"Zhao Lian, shut up!"

Prefect Song and Yang Mei suddenly felt dizzy. This girl was always stirring up trouble!

"Hahahaha~"

"This girl is interesting!" Chen Jing said with a half-smile.

“Your Excellency, this brat clearly doesn’t respect you at all!” Yao Miao, standing to the side, tried to stir up trouble.

"Oh, it's alright, it's alright."

Chen Jing waved his hand, looking at Zhao Lian with admiration in his eyes: "It's been a long time since I've seen a girl dare to talk to me like that~"

Chen Jing looked at Zhao Lian, then at Yang Mei. In Zhao Lian, he seemed to see a shadow of Yang Mei's past.

Zhao Lian raised an eyebrow: "So you've seen it, huh? Are you itching to get your hands on it? Hehe~"

"Zhao Lian, shut up! How can you talk like that!" Yang Mei was so nervous she was almost crying. "Your Excellency, please don't be angry."

"Ah~"

Chen Jing sighed. Yang Mei's appearance hadn't changed much, but her personality was completely different from before.

The waxberries of the past are just as charming as the lotus blossoms before me; I can only think of the waxberries of the past.

Everything seems unchanged, but in fact, it has changed a long time ago. I can no longer find the feeling of the past. It seems that I have to let go.

Having figured everything out, Chen Jing felt a sense of relief. Looking at Prefect Song now, he didn't seem so unlikeable anymore.

"Let's go!" Chen Jing said, standing up.

Yao Miao wanted to say something more: "But, sir~"

Zhao Lian said with a sneer, "What? Can't you understand human language? You actually dare to disobey the governor's words and try every means to sow discord. It seems you have quite the ambition."

Chen Jing's face darkened. Yes! How come he hadn't noticed Yao Miao's intentions before!

Don't be fooled by his outward obedience; he's actually been eyeing my position for a long time. If I make any mistake and get ousted, this guy will be the perfect candidate to take my place as governor.

Seeing the governor's unpleasant expression, Yao Miao secretly groaned. She hadn't expected this brat to be so eloquent, managing to get the governor to point his gun at her with just a few words.

Yao Miao's eyes widened: "Don't you dare make false accusations, you little brat!" Watching Chen Jing walk away, Yao Miao broke out in a cold sweat. Ignoring Zhao Lian, she quickly followed: "My lord, my loyalty to you is unwavering, my heart shines as bright as the moon!"

"call……"

Seeing Chen Jing and Yao Miao walk out of the government office, Lord Song breathed a sigh of relief.

"Zhao Lian, you've got some nerve." If the governor were to blame you, it wouldn't be a joke.

"What's there to be afraid of? If he blames me, he can just cut my head off." Zhao Lian said nonchalantly.

"Sigh, what can I say to you!" Yang Mei said helplessly.

Zhao Lian suddenly leaned in and whispered in Yang Mei's ear, "Godmother, I noticed that the governor was staring at you the whole time. Did he like you before?"

Yang Mei's face immediately turned red, and she scolded, "You're such a young girl, aren't you ashamed? Don't talk nonsense, your godfather is still watching!"

Prefect Song felt a pang of bitterness: "Zhao Lian isn't lying. Don't forget, when you married me, Chen Jing wanted nothing more than to eat me alive."