In the past few days, Zhao Yao's small court has basically set up all the official appointments. The remaining Chief of Staff positions in the Ministry of Rites, Ministry of Personnel, Ministry of Justice, and Ministry of War have also been arranged.
The Minister of Rites is an old acquaintance, Mr. Xiao.
When Zhao Yao was very young, he recruited Mr. Xiao and even had Mr. Xiao bring his friends to Lingnan.
Mr. Xiao's friends are all very talented and possess good character. Before coming to Lingnan, they taught orphans at Jisheng Hall in the capital. The students they educated were all outstanding and have come to Lingnan as well, now holding official positions.
With the small court set up, Zhao Yao became something of a hands-off manager. He instructed Wen Daoji to only seek him for major matters beyond their decision-making capacity, otherwise they should handle things themselves. Of course, after handling matters, they should report to him.
