With the fighting in Dingzhou slowing down, Huanglong Prefecture had a rare opportunity to rest and recover.
Kong Sen proved to be quite skilled in matters of governance.
Ever since losing the upper hand in his struggle with Bai Yuan, he had focused solely on internal affairs.
Under his administration, the number of stalls and vendors in Huanglong Prefecture City increased considerably, and tax revenues hit a five-year high.
A piece of explosive news, brought by a delegation of officials from the Capital City, spread through the streets and alleys.
"The Hidden Dragon List? What's that?"
"Lord Bai is mighty!"
"The Flood Dragon of the Northern Territory! He truly lives up to the name!"
...
「Within the Huanglong Prefecture Magistrate's Office.」
"Vice Minister Li, thank you for your trouble."
Bai Yuan clasped his fists in salute to a refined, middle-aged man.
