Jiang Wang could probably imagine what these people in Lingkong Hall were talking about and worried about, but he didn't care.
Because he never had the idea of stopping here and running a good business.
He wanted to take over this place just to see how it would help the recovery of Genting Immortal Palace.
Doumian kept his promise and frowned: "From now on, you must treat Master Dugu Hall just like you treat me. Do you hear me?"
The two guardians are Dou Mian's confidants, so naturally they will not have objections.
Several elders looked at me and I looked at you, but they didn't say anything for a moment, probably still hesitating. It was a reasonable thing since the incident happened suddenly.
Jiang Wang spoke up at this moment: "It's not like I'm waiting for Doumian. From now on, I will be the only master of the palace, and Doumian will be our friend. But in the final analysis, Lingkong Palace can only have my will."
He looked down at everyone under the throne of the palace master: "Who has any objection?"
At this time, a man with a long face, triangular eyes, and poor appearance squeezed out of the front row with great dignity. His face was full of justice, like a righteous man about to be executed, like a warrior who dared to challenge the darkness.
The transfer of power usually requires bloodshed.
Jiang Wang had already put his hand on his sword, ready to show his authority.
This man with triangular eyes strode forward and suddenly fell down to his knees. His movements were so crisp that it was amazing.
His whole body was pressed to the ground, and he prostrated himself: "My subordinate, Zhuge Jun, pays homage to the Lord of Dugu Palace! I am willing to sacrifice my life and blood for the Lord of the Palace, regardless of sacrifice, and move forward indomitably!"
The whole hall was silent.
No one is a fool, Doumian is paving the way for Dugu Wudi. Dugu Wudi's strength and power must not be weaker than Doumian.
The hesitation of others is just because they are considering the future after the new palace leader takes office. After all, frequent changes of leaders is a very disturbing thing for a force, and it can be said that the future is confused.
No one would be stupid enough to provoke the new palace master at this time, but few people could change their attitude so quickly. After all, the previous palace master, Lord Doumian, who came from a well-known family, was still sitting on the sidelines! He said he supported it, but who knew what he was thinking in his heart?
If you surrender too quickly, you may offend Dou Mian.
While most people were still weighing the pros and cons, Zhuge Jun stood out.
Jiang Wang naturally removed the hilt of his sword and put on a smile: "Please get up quickly!"
Zhuge Jun bowed respectfully three times before raising his head. When facing Jiang Wang, he was still bent over, which could be said to be completely flattering.
Jiang Wang behaved very cordially: "I see that you are a talented person and your conversation is extraordinary. I don't know what position you have now?"
Zhuge Jun cupped his hands and replied: "I am not talented, but now I am the master of Qingfeng Hall under Lingkong Palace."
He knew that the new palace master might not know what Qingfeng Hall was doing, so he took the initiative to explain very considerately: "Qingfeng Hall is mainly responsible for maintaining the majesty and dignity of Lingkong Hall, focusing on welcoming people and sending them off, and keeping out those with evil intentions.
Select good friends who are truly sincere and well-intentioned to protect the development of Lingkong Temple."
Jiang Wang touched it and found that the responsibility Zhuge Jun mentioned seemed to be that of "menzi", that is, the gatekeeper.
The Lingkong Hall is really interesting, and the gates of various industries are combined into one hall... No wonder he saw that there are as many as thirty-three halls under the Lingkong Hall.
Whether it is a historical inheritance or an inability to forget the glory of the past, in Jiang Wang's view, this is just a typical case of redundant officials and redundant duties.
No wonder Zhuge Jun also stands at the back among everyone in Lingkong Hall, and his status is obviously not very high. It is probably difficult to have the ability to manage all the disciples.
But those are not important, Jiang Wang only cares about his attitude now.
"Very good." Jiang Wang said warmly: "Zhuge Jun, you are now the elder of Lingkong Hall."
He turned around and asked Doumian: "I remember that there are five elder positions in Lingkong Temple, and now one is vacant, right?"
Dou Mian nodded.
Zhuge Jun was ecstatic, grinning with rotten teeth, and saluted repeatedly: "Thank you, Palace Master, thank you, Palace Master! The Palace Master is really discerning and appoints people on their merits! I believe that Lingkong Palace will be able to flourish under the leadership of the Palace Master, and sooner or later it will become a success."
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"Palace Master, you can't do that!" An old man with white hair and a childish face, who was very good-looking, said urgently.
Jiang Wang frowned.
But I only heard him continue: "The elder is an important position in this palace, how can I give it to others easily? As a subordinate, I obey any decision of the palace master. But as an elder, I have to give advice!"
It was also a surrender, but this elder was one level higher than Zhuge Jun. He first confirmed Jiang Wang's status as soon as he opened his mouth, and then raised questions. While expressing his obedience, he also expressed his own opinions.
He looks much more dignified than Zhuge Jun, like a loyal and honest old minister.
For a moment, Jiang Wang thought that he had been operating in Lingkong Palace for decades. He had "favorites" and "direct ministers". It really didn't feel like his first time here!
Jiang Wang cast an interested look: "Who are you and what is your current position?"
Elder Hefa grasped the balance between respect and aloofness very well, and after saluting, he said to himself: "I have been asked by the master of the palace to ask, my subordinate Wei Bofang, I am the second elder of Lingkong Hall."
"You are the chief now." Jiang Wang said.
Wei Bofang said loudly: "Old man will naturally obey the orders of the palace master! But please review it more carefully. If you do not do well one day, please remove me as soon as possible to correct the rules of Lingkong Palace.
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The original chief elder couldn't sit still now and was about to come out and say something.
Jiang Wang had already waved his hand: "This is the end of the position adjustment in this palace. The rest of the people will keep their original positions. If you are dissatisfied, you can leave on your own."
He looked around with unquestioning eyes and then said: "Elder Wei and Elder Zhuge stay, the others dispersed!"
Controlling one's subordinates is a very profound knowledge. Jiang Wang learned some from Chongxuan Sheng and practiced it in Qingyang Town, but he didn't think he had any experience in it.
As the saying goes, "Be close to virtuous ministers, but stay far away from villains."
Everyone knows it, but what is really in front of you is those direct ministers, loyal ministers, sycophantic ministers and lucky ministers. It is difficult for you to know who is true and who is false!
Jiang Wang's hasty appointment and dismissal of positions is of course a mess, which is very detrimental to the long-term development of Lingkong Palace. But he never thought about developing Lingkong Palace. Now he just wants to quickly establish authority and find a few obedient elders.
That's all, now the goal has been achieved perfectly.
He didn't intend to watch other people's "performances" anymore, and he didn't have the energy to make judgments and checks and balances. He cut the mess quickly and cleared a path first.
As the palace master, with Dou Mian's endorsement, there won't be any problems for a while.
No matter how dissatisfied the other monks in Lingkong Hall were, they could only obey the order and retreat.
Apart from Jiang Wang and Doumian, the only ones left in the palace were the two guardians who were loyal to Doumian, and the two elders Wei Bofang and Zhuge Jun.
Seeing that Jiang Wang had temporarily taken control of the situation, Dou Mian stood up and said, "Now that it's over, I'll go back to Chu Di first."
Jiang Wang gave him a whole day to recoup his initial investment, and he only took half a day to handle it. It can be seen that Jiang Wang had a firm grasp of Lingkong Palace before, but his control methods were far inferior to Jiang Wang's.
Hearing this, Jiang Wang didn't show any politeness. He took out the Amano sword and handed it back with both hands: "The property returns to its original owner."
Doumian was silent for a moment, took his sword, turned and left. The two guardians followed him without saying a word.
The power he had worked so hard to manage changed hands so easily. Especially when there were two guys in front of him, Wei Bofang and Zhuge Jun, who were "loyal" to the new master, he inevitably felt uncomfortable.
But overall, both sides of the deal concluded by Chi Yunshan were very abiding by the rules and did not do any tricks. There may be conflicts of temper in the future, but there will be no deep hatred.
"Two elders." Jiang Wangcai said leisurely as he watched Dou Mian lead the people away from Lingkong Hall.
Both Wei Bofang and Zhuge Jun quickly cheered up and listened carefully to the teachings of the new palace master. They wanted to know the new palace master's grand plans for the future of Lingkong Palace, so as to find a correct position for themselves in the future of Lingkong Palace.
But I only heard him ask——
"Where is the secret vault of our Lingkong Palace?"
