"Your father hasn't even asked anything yet, and you're already protecting him," County Captain Jiang glared at his own son, waving his hand dismissively, "Alright, alright, I won't ask anymore, you handle it yourself."
Although he was glaring at Jiang Qi while speaking, County Captain Jiang was very satisfied with his eldest son. He wanted Jiang Qi to gradually take over his responsibilities and achieve a few more merits, so that after his retirement, he could take his place as the County Magistrate.
Earlier, County Captain Jiang wasn't necessarily determined to have his son become the County Magistrate. However, since the drought, he had felt uneasy, always feeling that the times might become even more chaotic.
In chaotic times, having someone in the family in an official position, even a minor one, is too important for a family; it can save lives at critical moments.
