When Granny Shi saw Ji Xiu agree without hesitation and accept the Iron Order from the Beicang Marquis's Mansion, a smile spread across her wrinkled face.
"You are decisive, Boss."
"Since that's settled, I will return to the Marquis's Mansion to report to the Young Lady Heir."
"When will you be gracing Jiangyin Prefecture with your presence, Boss?"
Ji Xiu thought for a moment, then said,
"After the new year, in the spring, the Jiangyin Prefecture Courtyard will recruit Prefecture Students. My Master told me to enter the Prefecture and compete against the Grand Lineage Members and the True Inheritances of Grandmasters for the Merit and Fame of a Prefecture Official!"
"So..."
"I will cultivate in Anning County for about a month, then I will enter the Prefecture and contend for the position!"
Hearing this, Granny Shi leaned on her cane, bowed slightly, and nodded.
