Jinyiwei: Starting by Killing a Traitorous Superior – Chapter 7

Ch 7: The Position of Probationary Battalion Commander

Inside the ancient and solemn Pacification Bureau *Yamen* in the West District of the Capital City, after all the Jinyiwei had arrived, the entire space seemed to freeze, so quiet that even the sound of a needle dropping could be heard clearly.

Sunlight filtered through the cracks in the roof, dappling the bluestone floor, adding a touch of solemnity to this dignified occasion.

Meng Wangjin’s face was stern, his eyes as sharp as a hawk’s, as if he could see through the deepest secrets of people’s hearts.

He stood on the high platform, coldly surveying the Jinyiwei standing upright below, his gaze seeming to penetrate all disguises, reaching the depths of everyone’s soul.

“Last night.”

Meng Wangjin’s voice was deep and powerful, each word striking the hearts of everyone present like a heavy hammer: “A shocking thing happened within our Jinyiwei.”

His tone was full of unquestionable authority and anger, instantly dropping the atmosphere in the entire plaza to freezing point.

The Jinyiwei exchanged glances, secretly speculating about Meng Wangjin’s next words.

Li Muqing stood in the crowd, his face pale, his forehead beaded with fine sweat, his hands clenched into fists, so nervous that he could almost hear his own heartbeat.

When Meng Wangjin mentioned “last night,” a strong premonition surged in his heart, a premonition that loomed over his mind like a dark cloud, making it almost impossible to breathe.

He lowered his head, not daring to meet Meng Wangjin’s sharp gaze, a trace of panic flashing across his face.

“Zongqi Li Chengqi, as a member of our Jinyiwei, should have conscientiously fulfilled his duties, safeguarding the Imperial Court’s peace, but instead colluded with the Demonic Sect, betrayed his faith, and sold out his Jinyiwei colleagues. His behavior is heinous and unforgivable!”

Meng Wangjin’s voice echoed in the plaza, each word striking the hearts of everyone present like a heavy hammer.

His eyes were filled with anger, as if he felt heartbroken by Li Chengqi’s betrayal.

“However, the net of heaven has large meshes, but it lets nothing through. Fortunately, Lishi Jiang Chen saw through Li Chengqi’s scheme and killed him, eliminating a scourge for our Jinyiwei.”

Meng Wangjin’s tone revealed a hint of approval as he said this.

He looked at Jiang Chen, his eyes flashing with admiration.

Then, his tone changed, and his gaze became stern as he looked at Li Muqing, saying in a deep and powerful voice, “Li Muqing, Li Chengqi is your nephew and also your subordinate. As his elder and superior, you should have strictly disciplined him, preventing him from going astray. However, you failed to discipline him, allowing him to run amok and even shielding his crimes. Your actions are equally blameworthy!”

Li Muqing’s face instantly turned pale, and he lowered his head, not daring to meet Meng Wangjin’s gaze.

“Therefore, I have decided to deduct one year of your official salary, demote you to Xiaoqi, and you will not be promoted within three years. Do you have any complaints?”

“This humble one dares not!”

Li Muqing’s voice trembled slightly, as he knew that Meng Wangjin was in a state of great anger at this moment, and any explanation would only add fuel to the fire, plunging himself into a deeper predicament.

Meng Wangjin’s gaze moved away from Li Muqing like a sharp sword, turning to Jiang Chen.

His eyes held both admiration and expectation.

“Jiang Chen.”

Meng Wangjin’s voice was deep, each word filled with majesty: “You killed Demonic Monk Jueming and rooted out the mole for the Jinyiwei, which is a great achievement. Now, you will replace Li Muqing’s position. Do you have the confidence?”

“Yes!”

Jiang Chen immediately stepped forward, his voice strong and powerful, as if it could pierce through the clouds, showing his inner confidence.

His eyes were bright, looking directly at Meng Wangjin, as if he was using his actions to prove that he was absolutely capable of taking on this new position and would not fail Meng Wangjin’s expectations.

Meng Wangjin looked at Jiang Chen’s firm eyes and smiled slightly, saying, “Well! Do a good job and don’t disappoint me.”

After saying this, Meng Wangjin lightly tapped his feet, and his whole person seemed to transform into a stream of light, soaring into the sky and then disappearing into the clouds.

Although his figure disappeared, his voice seemed to still echo in the air.

Jiang Chen looked at this scene, filled with envy.

He raised his head and looked up at the sky, his eyes flashing with longing.

He had heard that only by reaching the Heaven-Human Realm and passing the Decline of the Five Signs of Heaven tribulation could one fly through the air like an immortal.

He wondered when he would be able to do this.

Li Muqing looked at Jiang Chen, a sinister look flashing in his eyes.

He had clearly done nothing, yet his position had been taken away by someone else. How could he not be angry?

But now he dared not have any complaints, otherwise Meng Wangjin might really take action to clean up the house.

Wu Tao walked over and nodded to Jiang Chen: “I didn’t expect Lord Meng to directly promote you to Probationary Battalion Commander. I see that your steps are steady and your cultivation is not shallow. If you make some more contributions in the future, the position of Battalion Commander will definitely be yours.”

“Lord Wu is too kind!”

Jiang Chen smiled slightly and said humbly.

Although he also had this confidence, he still had to give the due respect.

“By the way! You need to be careful recently. The people of the Demonic Sect have a very strong desire for revenge. If they know that you ruined their good deeds, they will definitely take revenge on you.”

“Thank you for the reminder, Lord.”

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Jiang Chen strode out of the Pacification Bureau.

Since the Jinyiwei uniforms in this world are all custom-made, his identity token and official uniform would not be sent down until three days later.

Jiang Chen was not in a hurry. At this moment, the Jinyiwei warriors who had been drugged along with him surrounded him.

“Congratulations, Lord Jiang!”

The Jinyiwei warriors stepped forward one after another, their voices filled with sincere congratulations, but also mixed with a trace of imperceptible desire and anticipation.

They knew that Jiang Chen’s promotion not only meant the elevation of his personal status, but also meant that they would have the opportunity to become Jiang Chen’s subordinates, working together for the Imperial Court.

In the Jinyiwei, a system with strict hierarchy, the power of a Probationary Battalion Commander can indeed be considered very great.

He can not only choose three Zongqi himself, but also choose fifty Xiaoqi as his subordinates.

This meant that Jiang Chen now held three Zongqi quotas and fifty official quotas, and the allocation of these quotas would directly affect their future fate and prospects.