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Qi Xuansu planned to begin with Wang Danqing. But if another lead presented itself, he certainly would consider it. Perhaps a two-pronged approach might yield even better results.
He said, “Starting tomorrow, I will tour the prefectures and counties to understand the local situation. After all, it’s the standard practice for every Daoist Mansion to do so once in a while. As for what you’ve told me, I’ll have my subordinates begin some preliminary investigations. Once I return, we can decide what to do next.”
Chen Jianqiu turned her gaze toward Qi Muyu.
Qi Muyu nodded lightly. “Second Deputy Qi is right. This is the standard practice. Those appointed to govern such territories must first tour their domain and understand the lay of the land so as to build a clear picture before taking real action. If they simply stay in the Daoist Mansion all day, they’ll only invite criticism.”
Chen Jianqiu could only say politely, “Thank you in advance, Second Deputy Qi.”
Strictly speaking, outsiders would not address Qi Xuansu by his official Daoist post, since these ranks were internal to the Daoist Order. But since he had yet...
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