Chapter 1171 - 269: Bestowing the Title of Marquis of Xining_3
In today’s Imperial Court, Mo Dun possessed both the ability and experience that made him highly qualified for a place in the Cabinet. However, because he was Mo Heng’s biological father, and Mo Heng now held sway over the court, his many peers dared not mention it much.
Mo Dun went directly to Xiao Guangjing and recommended himself.
Xiao Guangjing did not agree on the spot, instead, he played chess with Mo Heng, hoping that he would put aside his grudges, as the court now needed people.
Mo Heng did not oppose.
Therefore, after Xiao Guangjing’s ascension to the throne, a group of officials were rewarded and Mo Heng was even ennobled as the Marquis of Xining. Pei Qin was promoted to First Rank Lady of the Imperial Enjoin, and Tiance General was changed to Tiance Deity General, with special recognition of Pei Qin’s various major contributions to the Imperial Court. An archway was bestowed with the inscription: "Nine Heavens’ Lady, peerless heroine."
Pei Qin was given the greatest freedom, still in charge of the Manufacturing Bureau, attending the grand court meeting once a month, and the rest as she pleased. As for the traditional ancestral system of women holding office, it was all pushed onto the deceased emperor, only Pei Qin was the exception, not involved in politics, hence not considered an official.
Such a result pleased both the civil and military members of the court. Instituting female officials and breaking with ancestral and administrative regulations would undoubtedly lead to disorder between men and women. Pei Qin’s achievements were immense, and although wrongfully accused of being demonic, she had suffered deeply. She was merely ennobled and did not interfere with court politics, just having a slightly higher status due to special military privileges during extraordinary times—this was acceptable!
Pei Qin wanted to resign from her position, "Now that peace has settled across the land, your servant desires no official position!"
"You hold no office, there’s nothing to resign from!" Xiao Guangjing needed people—he needed Mo Dun—so naturally, he wanted to make both Mo Heng and her happy and content.
Pei Qin was speechless for a long time, then she withdrew from the court.