Chen Sheng's Audience Hall - Chen

[ann]

Xiang Jun smiled faintly but sincerely, "I am constrained to accept the post of Chief Magistrate, if Your Majesty wills it. To recompense the King's generosity to this doctor, I shall offer you my first advice."

"Based on my understanding of government affairs, the position of Chief Magistrate is redundant in that the man assigned to the post merely acts as a glorified assistant to the Lord Minister of Instruction - discharging the latter's duties as if they were his own. The continued designation of a Master of Purification therefore fosters a spirit of procrastination amongst the higher officers of the Court and unnecessarily strains the State bureaucracy and His Majesty's Treasury."

"These said," Jun added, "I humbly advise His Majesty to abolish the position of Chief Magistrate and immediately promote the man holding the rank to the post of Chief Minister. If promulgated swiftly, this act shall send a strong, albeit implied, directive to the court officials mandating them to persevere in their posts for nobody save His Majesty has a lifelong license over his earthly holdings. Further, this edict will remind the Realm that the State of Chu continuously makes efficient the conduct of her affairs both domestic and foreign. This gesture shall attract all under Heaven, men of talents in particular, to settle in Chu and submit themselves to His Highness' rule."

"May the words of Your Majesty's Chief Magistrate find favor in the eyes of the King." Jun concluded as the new Chu official bowed.

((I'm a greedy bastard trying to up his luck a notch higher. Don't hurt me.))

Chen She listened to everything the young man said to him. When his visitor was finished the King began to chuckle softly. After a moment he said, "You are certainly ambitious and you know how to make a point."

The King laughed some more and then said, "Still I think it best that serve as Chief Magistrate -- at least for a while. I'm sure you'll be able to convince Hu Wu that he is no longer necessary very quickly!"

The King chuckled to himself. Hu Wu made him nervous but was quite effective at his job. He wondered what the Minister of Instruction would make of Xiang Jun. She thought that he'd very much like to hear the two discuss the matter at hand.

"So," said the King, "As you've begun to advise me already do I take it that you've accepted the job?"

[Bonaparte]

Si Yong Deng gave them his weapons and sighed when he gave them his axe, because for such a strong warrior with such a meek weapon was embarrassing. However, he hopes his skills would assist in getting him employment.

Si Yong Deng: This would be acceptable.

Deng Yan then allowed the search and followed the guards to meet one of the generals.

(ooc: assuming the search goes through a-okay)

After the search had been done and completed the captain of the guards signaled for the man to come forward. Turning he begun to lead the man down the halls as two more guards followed up behind the guest. The inside of the 'headquarters' had not changed much since its first days. The inside of the halls and the surrounding area's crowded with a diversity of people. The pace of the group slowing considerably before coming to a sudden halt. Looking to his side the captain stared out into the sea of people before glancing to the guest. "General Niu Xiong is somewhere within the crowd of people. I hope you do not mind pushing past them." he said before moving forward.

(Should you follow..) .....

Quietly the captain whispered into the general's ear as the noise of the surrounding crowd drowned out much sound. In return his eyes shifted upon the guest and stayed there for the time being. The five guards around the general standing about rather laxly. Taking a seat upon a nearby crate the general spoke.

"So my guest. All I know of you is that you wish to speak with our King Chen She. If you do not mind my intrusion may I have your name and reason? In these times a man simply cannot request an audience with our King and expect it. Not with the Qin and their dogs still around."

Si Yong Deng: My name is Si Yong Deng and I am from the city of Pingyuan. The reason I seek audience with the king is because I seek employment and a chance for advancement. In these times, corruption takes hold of ranks and the able are not rewarded justly. I hear that Chen She wishes to take down the Qin and the corruption, and I would like to assist.

[GoGo the Monkey]

Slouching down a bit as the guest told his reason the man looked to the floor listening. It was with the last of the guest words that he perked himself back up and nodded his head. "Seems fair enough to me, Si Yong Deng. It is obvious at which side of the lines you stand. The Qin dogs have broken so many and only look to break more." Pushing himself upward the a man hopped onto his feet. "Tell me Si and you can answer me honestly. What is the pay you expect and do you look for rank from the start? From what I have heard if so you would not be the first. Also, what skills will you bring to our cause? Certainly you must be special in some aspect as you were not merely drafted into the conscripts of men." he questioned.

[Crim]

Chen She listened to everything the young man said to him. When his visitor was finished the King began to chuckle softly. After a moment he said, "You are certainly ambitious and you know how to make a point."

The King laughed some more and then said, "Still I think it best that serve as Chief Magistrate -- at least for a while. I'm sure you'll be able to convince Hu Wu that he is no longer necessary very quickly!"

The King chuckled to himself. Hu Wu made him nervous but was quite effective at his job. He wondered what the Minister of Instruction would make of Xiang Jun. She thought that he'd very much like to hear the two discuss the matter at hand.

"So," said the King, "As you've begun to advise me already do I take it that you've accepted the job?"

Inwardly, Xiang Jun sighed. Nevertheless, he bowed once more before Chen She, "I accept, Your Majesty," he said. "Will you have me report to Lord Minister Hu or will you require my presence elsewhere?"

Xiang Jun joins Chen She!

[Bonaparte]

Slouching down a bit as the guest told his reason the man looked to the floor listening. It was with the last of the guest words that he perked himself back up and nodded his head. "Seems fair enough to me, Si Yong Deng. It is obvious at which side of the lines you stand. The Qin dogs have broken so many and only look to break more." Pushing himself upward the a man hopped onto his feet. "Tell me Si and you can answer me honestly. What is the pay you expect and do you look for rank from the start? From what I have heard if so you would not be the first. Also, what skills will you bring to our cause? Certainly you must be special in some aspect as you were not merely drafted into the conscripts of men." he questioned.

Si Yong Deng stood his ground, and hated the thought of being drafted into a the conscripts of men. He replied to the man with an energy of a warrior.

Si Yong Deng: I would like starting pay of 100 gold per month or it would be nice to be able to have a steady stream of soldiers and have a starting pay of 50 gold per month. I am interested in the latter, because I would like to take away some villages and towns from the clutches of Qin and administer them in the name of your lord in the future, if there would be a misfortune that I would part ways. As for rank, i would not mind a small one, though I wish to prove to your lord that I am able to move up the ranks.

Si Yong Deng paused to think of how to explain his many skills.

Si Yong Deng: As for skills, I have noticed that your king's officers do not have strong duelists. Qin however have fairly powerful duelist who can easily defeat your strongest man. If your King is able to employ me, then you will strengthen your edge against the Qin army. As for my skills as a duelist, I am an expert in the three arts of weaponry. The offensive axe fighting, the defensive spear fighting, and the balanced sword fighting. With these three skills I am able to defeat any warrior.

[GoGo the Monkey]

A grin could not help but come across the mans face as the guest spoke. Crossing his arms he listened patiently before finally bursting into laughter as the guest finished. Spitting upon the ground he arched a brow as he glared into the mans eyes.

"I am not even sure if the Magistrate or the Chief Magistrate receive a pay of a hundred taels. You come to me with a hefty price and even a second option. A steady stream of soldiers? What do you plan to do with these men? I do not see why a man who serves the king and his protection would need his own personal army. You seem to come and offer your assistance not for the King or the people of Chu but your own personal gain."

Stepping back once more the man unfolded his arms and took a seat once more upon the crate behind him. Placing his palms upon his thighs he sighed heavily.

"Do not misunderstand me Si, I do not wish to threaten you. But I will give you this word of advice. You are lucky I am not the king for he would not take kindly to your words. You speak of personal gain and even say that the men of Qin have strong warriors. How would one such as yourself know what strength the Qin possesses? You are either a spy or you have jumped to a general assumption. Just as the one you have of our forces here within Chu. While I admit I am not a warrior the King himself is guarded by such a man." The mans face went blank as he looked to a nearby guard and then back to the man. Today was a lucky day for the guest.

"Regardless of your faults I will say this. Your offer to join our forces is accepted but not under the terms you present before me. As I am not the King I cannot hand out rank nor issue salary pay. If you allow me the time however I will see what I can do for you. Prove yourself to the King and your pay and rank will raise of course. You speak of pacifying the region of Chu for the King. Luckily enough for you that time should be nearing soon. Is this fine by you?"

[Bonaparte]

Si Yong Deng was somewhat disappointed about being unsuccessful in getting his terms, but however, he did wish to serve the King of Chu.

Si Yong Deng: I agree to your terms. However, I fear that you misunderstand me. Pacifying the region and having virtuous is what is on my mind. I only wish for the natural order to be restored, and it seems to be that your king is the one who shall fulfill it. My wish for personal gain is merely a way to improve my lot in order to better protect your king. However, I will agree to your terms and prove to your lord that I am worthy of such salary.

OOC: I assume that I would get the minimum 50 gold per month salary right?

[GoGo the Monkey]

The old general was a bit surprised by the guest acceptance. He was almost willing to place a bet that the man would have thrown a fit. Perhaps the guest could not be clomped together with others.

"Well then I suppose I'll come to see if the king can count upon you. I will keep to my word and speak to the magistrate and see what he can do for you regarding pay and rank. Hopefully the ordeal is situated and worked out before your first months pay." Signaling for a nearby guard he whispered into the mans ear before looking back to the guest. With a flick of his wrist he begun to shoe him away. "I thank you Si Yong Deng for being so understanding. This guard will escort you to your quarters and I will visit you once everything has settled." he said before shifting his sight upon the ground once more. Leaning down he begun to draw within the dirt with his index finger and mumble quietly to himself.

[ooc: We'll see how the RP goes with Trippy regarding pay/rank. But for now, yes. If you want to continue the RP feel free. Also, you joined the kingdom of Chu. Dun-dun-dun! Don't forget to post your OI.]

[AaronH229]

Wu Chen scratches at his chin for a minute thinking on what Lu Ying had said.

"What form were you hoping this aid to take? Funding? or actual manpower? Please clarify, I may be interested in helping you with this project as long as it seems beneficial to the Kingdom of Chu as a whole."

Wu Chen looks at the Lady in front of him apprasingly noticing for once that despite her martial nature she wasnt actually unattractive....maybe she could be the icing on the cake for the deal.

[Bonaparte]

The old general was a bit surprised by the guest acceptance. He was almost willing to place a bet that the man would have thrown a fit. Perhaps the guest could not be clomped together with others.

"Well then I suppose I'll come to see if the king can count upon you. I will keep to my word and speak to the magistrate and see what he can do for you regarding pay and rank. Hopefully the ordeal is situated and worked out before your first months pay." Signaling for a nearby guard he whispered into the mans ear before looking back to the guest. With a flick of his wrist he begun to shoe him away. "I thank you Si Yong Deng for being so understanding. This guard will escort you to your quarters and I will visit you once everything has settled." he said before shifting his sight upon the ground once more. Leaning down he begun to draw within the dirt with his index finger and mumble quietly to himself.

[ooc: We'll see how the RP goes with Trippy regarding pay/rank. But for now, yes. If you want to continue the RP feel free. Also, you joined the kingdom of Chu. Dun-dun-dun! Don't forget to post your OI.]

Si Yong Deng bowed to the general and allowed to be escorted to his quarters. After the guard left, he muttered to himself profanities that he was not able to gain the pay he wanted. However, he noticed how exhausted he was, and took a much deserved nap.

Si Yong Deng: Nothing like your own bed....

Si Yong Deng fell gently to sleep, and snored a storm that would make his neighbors suffer.