The next day, Acting Grand Master Jean convened a high-level meeting for Mondstadt and informed everyone of the verbal agreement she had reached with Miyashiro last night. As expected, no sooner had Acting Grand Master Jean finished speaking than it was like a stone thrown into a pond, stirring up a thousand ripples.
For these high-ranking officials and dignitaries, the position of Diplomatic Ambassador to Inazuma was an incredibly tempting prize. Many had begun plotting for this position after learning that the Inazuma Delegation was coming to Mondstadt, but they never expected that Acting Grand Master Jean would give it away so easily. The most crucial point was that the person she gave it to was a Captain of the Reconnaissance Company, someone of little importance.
This was simply outrageous. Setting aside whether Eula had the ability to become a Diplomatic Ambassador, how could Acting Grand Master Jean dare to promote a mere Captain of the Reconnaissance Company three ranks to this position?
Naturally, everyone vehemently opposed Acting Grand Master Jean's proposal, with a strong implication that if she insisted on going her own way, they would collectively resign in protest.
It must be said that although Acting Grand Master Jean was diligent and conscientious in her work and held great power, to these seasoned officials, Jean's qualifications were still shallow compared to Grand Master Varka, and her strength was far inferior to Varka's.
If Grand Master Varka had made this decision, these high-ranking officials and dignitaries wouldn't dare to utter a single peep. However, regarding the current Acting Grand Master, they felt they could still battle her before she fully matured.
Then... everyone patiently listened to Acting Grand Master Jean's explanation, especially when they heard that Acting Grand Master Jean had decided to add three new positions for her work secretaries. Everyone's attention was diverted to this. As for the position of Diplomatic Ambassador, who still cared about that?
Everything is about comparison. If the position of Diplomatic Ambassador was a tempting prize, then Jean's work secretary was on the level of 'Buddha Jumps Over the Wall,' simply incomparable.
Although Jean's work secretary was much lower in rank than a Diplomatic Ambassador, in terms of the importance of the work, if these dignitaries were to choose, probably eleven out of ten would choose to be Jean's work secretary.
The main reason was that the position of Diplomatic Ambassador, to put it nicely, was a high-ranking official guarding the frontier, but to put it bluntly, it was an exile to the borderlands, far from the political center.
Furthermore, Inazuma had been closed off for many years, and these people truly couldn't guarantee what the situation was like within Inazuma. However, according to the Mondstadters who had previously fled back from Inazuma, Inazuma treated foreigners as if they weren't even human, so their first impression of Inazuma was not good.
What if the Inazuma Regent was powerful? What did that have to do with him, a Mondstadter?
However, the position of Jean's work secretary was different. This was a genuine close aide, a position with light duties but heavy influence. If one could work under Jean for a few years, for a person in officialdom, they would gain all the necessary abilities, qualifications, and connections. From then on, a smooth ascent to power would no longer be a dream.
Therefore, when Jean offered two work secretary positions for them to recommend, everyone no longer adamantly opposed Eula becoming a Diplomatic Ambassador. Instead, they began praising Acting Grand Master Jean's wisdom, and then a group of them started arguing over those two work secretary positions for Jean, creating a chaotic scene that almost escalated into a brawl.
After listening to them argue for over ten minutes, Acting Grand Master Jean calmly stated, "You can negotiate the candidates yourselves and then report them to me. I will issue the letters of appointment. However, let me be clear, not everyone can handle this position. If the recommended candidates do not meet my requirements, I will replace them."
After speaking, Acting Grand Master Jean turned and left the conference room. As she closed the conference room door, she paused for a few seconds. Inside the previously quiet conference room, intense arguing suddenly erupted. Hearing this sound, Acting Grand Master Jean nodded with satisfaction and walked away without hesitation.
Next, she had many more things to do.
That afternoon, to the eager anticipation of the Mondstadt citizens, the Knights of Favonius issued a series of announcements, proclaiming the major events that had occurred in Mondstadt recently.
One: The Lawrence Family harbored ill intentions, colluded with the Fatui, and audaciously launched a rebellion, causing immense damage to Mondstadt City. All adult criminals of the Lawrence Family were sentenced to death according to Mondstadt law for twelve serious crimes, including espionage and treason.
Lawrence Family criminals aged seven and above but not yet adults, after deliberation by the Knights of Favonius, were decided to be expelled from Mondstadt and sent to Inazuma for service. They are not permitted to return to Mondstadt without significant meritorious service.
Lawrence Family members under the age of seven, due to their young age, are not yet considered to have committed crimes and will be uniformly placed under the care and education of the Knights of Favonius.
Two: All Knights who died in the Defense of Mondstadt will be uniformly awarded the title of [Glorious Knight]. In addition to the due pensions, the Knights of Favonius will support their parents and children. If any direct relatives wish to become Knights, they may register for free to join the Knights of Favonius' reserve team for training.
Three: For all citizens who were killed or injured in the Defense of Mondstadt, their relatives may claim a national compensation payment from the Knights of Favonius. Citizens who were injured and disabled may receive a monthly living allowance and enjoy Mondstadt's social welfare benefits.
Four: The Knights of Favonius strongly condemns the Snezhnaya Delegation's actions of aiding and abetting evil. After joint deliberation by the Knights of Favonius, all personnel of the Snezhnaya Delegation are declared unwelcome in Mondstadt.
They may not enjoy the services they are entitled to in Mondstadt City. For their personal safety, we hope that Snezhnaya will dispatch a new delegation willing to foster good relations with Mondstadt to replace them.
Five: In the Defense of Mondstadt, Captain of the Reconnaissance Company Eula of the Knights of Favonius, between family interests and the safety of the Mondstadt people, decisively chose the latter, promptly providing crucial intelligence to the Knights of Favonius, thereby preventing greater casualties for Mondstadt. She is credited with the highest merit.
After deliberation by the Knights of Favonius, Eula is promoted to Diplomatic Ambassador to Inazuma and will soon lead the Mondstadt Delegation to be stationed in Inazuma. Those who wish to volunteer may register at the Knights of Favonius.
Six: Mr. Diluc, former Cavalry Captain of the Knights of Favonius and current owner of Dawn Winery, fought bravely in the Defense of Mondstadt, beheading one of the demon dragons, earning great military merit. After friendly communication between the Acting Grand Master and Diluc, Diluc will serve as the Acting Grand Master's work secretary, assisting Acting Grand Master Jean in jointly handling Mondstadt affairs.
Seven: In the Defense of Mondstadt, the Inazuma Regent made immense contributions to Mondstadt, saving Mondstadt from peril. Mondstadt, in gratitude, will establish a strategic partnership with Inazuma.
Additionally: Inazuma urgently needs technical talents in various fields, with excellent benefits. If any Mondstadt residents wish to work in Inazuma, they may go to the Goth Grand Hotel to contact the Inazuma Delegation.
Eight: We thank all the brave warriors who participated in the Defense of Mondstadt. The Knights of Favonius has prepared a gift for you all. All brave warriors are welcome to claim it at the Knights of Favonius.
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