Tang Qi Tan

Of course, no matter how Feius, who became the head of the civil service overnight in full view of the public; and how in the face of countless envy, jealousy, or shocking and inexplicable eyes; How to express my indescribable agitated emotions.

But at least Jiang Tian's initial goal has been achieved.Use the former heir of the Western Empire, Feus, as an example and demonstration of some kind of golden horse bone; to show that the Freedom Army/Special National Salvation Government that he leads does not care about the origin of the family, but emphasizes the attitude of talent and seniority .

On the other hand, it is also a silent beating for him to take the lead in persuading him to figure out his mind, and to show it to the public in disguise.After all, as a prisoner of war who could not pay the ransom, he was a foreigner who had to live in another country to make a living; sitting in this position could easily become the target of public criticism.

You can take advantage of the trend to draw out those factions in the system, those who are keen on the same party and fight against dissidents, or other restless factors.On the contrary, as a foreigner, he naturally lacks roots and contacts in the kingdom. If he wants to make a difference, he has to rely more on the authority and instructions from Jiang Tian.

As for whether Feius' ability fully meets the requirements, it is a secondary issue.Because, the position of chief administrative officer is more of a general coordinator, convening various government departments to discuss together; someone like him who knows a little bit about everything is the best candidate.

The original daily governing body of the White Iris Dynasty consisted of the State Council, the Cardinal Council, the Royal Court and the Royal Household Office.Separately manage the government affairs related to large and small provinces and independent cities; noble fiefdoms enfeoffed in the past dynasties; legal trials of different classes and territories directly under the royal family.

Among them, the most important and largest organization is the state affairs conference that manages more than 20 large and small provinces in the kingdom and many independent cities. Therefore, there are always twelve seats:
The Chief Minister, also known as the Minister of State, is in charge of the overall situation; the Second Minister of Finance, the three Ministers of the Interior (personnel appointments), and the four Ministers of Foreign Affairs; plus the Minister of Posts (Transportation), the Minister of Industry and Commerce (Trade), and the Minister of War and the Minister of the Navy ; Collectively referred to as the six palm seal ministers,
In addition, there is a Zi Yiqing/cardinal, a justice of the Supreme Court, and two royal advisors: the Grand Seal (drafting the imperial edict and the staff team) and the spy chief (the Kingdom Confidential Bureau and the Capital Police Chief, etc.); And a crown prince/brother representing the royal family.

Then, except for the chief minister's staff and secretaries, each seat has its own special committee to deal with the daily affairs of the corresponding department and emergencies in the corresponding field.And "Secretary of Horror" is also called "Scarlet Cardinal" because he is also a cardinal and secretary of state.

According to the sacred principle of monarchy, the king does not directly appear in the state council except for routine audience days/worship activities.Usually, they only listen behind the scenes, and then the servants hand out corresponding inquiries or notes of rewards and punishments, asking a certain minister to explain or express their attitude in court.

Only when the kingdom encounters major issues or emergencies, will the monarch order the convening of the imperial meeting; expand the scope of candidates to participate in the meeting and consult the state affairs, usually including representatives of the corresponding class, or named powerful nobles or faction leaders, Therefore, it is not easy to convene.

Therefore, it is different from the original imperial meeting and state affairs meeting system of the kingdom.In addition to the Chief Executive of the Special National Salvation Government and the Executive Council led by him, the military, judiciary, surveillance/intelligence and personnel systems are all relatively independent and directly responsible to the head of Jiang Tian.

Therefore, in the executive meeting of the special national salvation government, it is mainly responsible for the financial and civil affairs fields, as well as taxation, education, medical care, health, construction/factory, commerce/trade, colonial and other subordinate departments, and even local security and security. and limited authority such as military service.

As for the power of the chief administrative officer, Feus can supervise and guide the operation of various departments, and even make corresponding orders to veto a certain business process or replace the corresponding candidate.At the same time, it is also possible to recommend and recommend middle and lower-level personnel below the deputy minister of the department.

Of course, compared with the chief minister/cardinal secretary of the kingdom, even if the power has been reduced and reduced; but being able to become the chief administrative officer of the new government is still something that most people are extremely envious and envious of.Therefore, Feus also knelt down and swore a lot of loyalty and sincerity.

With such a pious and grateful appearance, one can't wait to be shown his heart in public.Of course, after the incident, he took advantage of the opportunity to report alone, and sighed to Jiang Tian with a bitter face: "Sir, thank you for your trust, but you also think too highly of me..."

Then, Jiang Tian smiled and handed him a copy of the letterhead with the exclusive "Imperial Eagle" badge seal and three-leaf cross pattern printed on it.Feiyus couldn't help changing his expression when he saw this, and after reading the letter, he let out a long breath and smiled bitterly: "Sir, thank you very much for your love and consideration; in fact, even I don't know, I am actually so important. That Caesar did not hesitate to pay such a huge price and conditions for this."

Because, in this private letter from the royal family of the Western Empire, a brand new condition and requirement for marriage was put forward: that is, the cousin of the young Caesar, the daughter of another prince in purple, Julia, also has the corresponding marriage requirements. Aristocratic daughters of clans with weak claims to territories are married off.

In addition, you can dowry at least 72 solides (1/[-] pound gold coins) as a dowry, and the proceeds of two cities in southern Italy.But the only condition and requirement is that the Freedom Army give up their asylum to Feus; regardless of life or death, they must send him back to the territory of the Western Empire...

"To be honest, my lord, in my opinion, you have actually missed a great marriage." Afterwards, with a face full of relief, as if the biggest worry had been removed, Feius couldn't help laughing: "My cousin Julie Ya, she is a well-known beauty among the imperial family!"

"It's just an optimal consideration of the current situation." Jiang Tian also smiled and said: "No matter how outstanding the beauty is, how noble the status is; or even the recognition beyond the reach of the Western Empire, or the assistance that is far away; for my career , It's just a promise of icing on the cake... But you are different, after all, you are my subordinate who valued, if you just give up casually for a little illusory promise; then how many people in this world are still Dare to continue to follow me?"

"My lord, you make me even more terrified and flattered." Feus shook his head helplessly again and said, "If I were a young woman, I'm afraid I would inevitably fall into you physically and mentally."

"Since that's the case, then work hard in this position." Jiang Tian laughed loudly after hearing the compliment: "At least it shows more value and function than the promise of a noble daughter of an empire and her dowry; It also proves to everyone that I did not see the wrong person."

"..." However, Feiyus couldn't help touching his thick sideburns when he heard the words.However, I remembered in my heart that the chief minister and mayor of Rome who almost became his father-in-law in the past, changed from a head of elegant thick hair to a bald Mediterranean image.

When Feus and the others left one after another, the room became quiet again. "My lord..." Ms. Malena, who wore silver-white hair in a bun and a pink dress, also walked in quietly, and said in a voice full of mixed feelings: "You have finally come here Is it a step?"

"..." However, with a slight exclamation, she was embraced by Jiang Tian, ​​who was familiar with the road, and gently sniffed the fragrance of flowers in her hair after bathing: "But no matter what, I promise Your business will definitely be done; don't worry about it, and don't have to panic."

"In fact, our people have found clues to the Order of Mithras in many secret strongholds and hideouts of the royal party; it can be confirmed that the archbishop of Aramis who was buried in the Castle of Polaris was once Has multiple identities inside and outside the palace, and is even related to the Royal Confidential Bureau..."

"Later, the Mithraic Order organized and participated in multiple channels for the nobles in the capital to flee to the south and transfer property secretly; and obtained considerable wealth through this. And this suspected incarnation of Bishop Aramis, Played a very important role in it…”

"So now there is good news and bad news; the good news is that it can be confirmed that a girl who fits the age and description has been sent away in a shelter for the fugitive nobles; the bad news is that she was sent to Burr in the middle of the kingdom. Sun monastery, my people are temporarily out of reach."

"Thales..." Ms. Malena bit her lips lightly, enduring Jiang Tian's deep movements, but she called her daughter's name softly with tears in the corners of her eyes: "Thank you for everything you have done for me, but, I have already There is nothing more to repay you..."

"There is no need for more price. As long as you are willing to stay by my side, that is the best reward." Jiang Tian felt the soft and plump texture, chuckled and said, "Have you ever heard of an accident? One Cruel fairy tales about women at court in ancient times."

"The proverb at the beginning of the story is: every gift bestowed by fate is actually secretly marked with a price." Jiang Tian continued to talk about the beheaded queen Marianne in another time-space line of the French Revolution. Tony's story. "She was originally the youngest princess of the Austrian royal family. For the sake of diplomatic relations, she married a western country..."

"...Because of her husband's extreme boredom, she feasted and gambled day and night with the noble ladies and young handsome knights who flattered her around, and danced and danced every night. She loved dressing up, chasing luxurious jewels, and even intervening in state affairs for her favorites Seeking office and pensions, leading to high government debt."

"...That's why people in later generations like to call her the Cake Queen; because she is so extravagant that she doesn't know how to understand the hardships of people's livelihood, and she can even speak to the representatives of public opinion who come to petition; bread, why don't they eat cake?' words..."