Chapter 3, First Meeting

In fact, Han Feng had considered what to say when he arrived at the teaching room and met his subordinates. During his university military training, didn't the instructors also have a lot to say to the new students? However, the rehearsed lines Han Feng had prepared were meant for addressing men. He had never thought about managing a group of women. The myriad complexities involved left him at a loss for words.

Qin Yan led Han Feng upstairs. Before Han Feng had the chance to clearly see what items were in his room, he noticed two women greeting him together and paying their respects.

Han Feng stared in astonishment at the women streaming into the bathroom, marveling at Sister Lin's boldness and daring. After a long pause, he finally managed to utter, "Is there a private room inside? If not, I might as well take a cold shower outside!"

Qin Yan walked to the window, placed her finger to her lips and whistled, then said to Han Feng: "The sisters of the women's division train very rigorously; with a single command, they can gather in the time it takes to sip a cup of tea"

Han Feng's mind was swirling with countless thoughts, searching for words with great effort. Now, having arrived in front of this group of women, Lin Zhen, Xiao Wu, Qin Yan, and others were also standing among the ranks.

Her voice is pleasant to hear, yet it is delicate and lacks strength. Han Feng looked at her cascading curly long hair and found it quite interesting. His gaze shifted to Xiao Wu's face, noticing that she seemed to be extremely shy, not daring to meet Han Feng's eyes. Two blushes appeared on her cheeks, adding to her beauty.

Han Feng walked behind the woman in the red dress. Upon seeing her hands up close, he noticed that although she was extremely beautiful, there were several scars on her hands, and there were calluses at the base of her thumb. Han Feng couldn't help but frown. Could it be that this woman in the teaching room had a background in martial arts?

Xiao Wu! Han Feng recited it once.

Qin Yan, smiling brightly, accompanied him as they entered the first loft in the courtyard, where a refreshing breeze from Han blew in. The room was quite tidy, with very simple furniture. Downstairs, there were merely six scholar's chairs placed against the walls on either side, and in the center stood an eight-immortals table against the back wall of the main hall, with a marble screen depicting the misty rivers of the South blocking the entrance.

What? Han Feng was taken aback. What is this? Not a single man is given to himself, and he is just called to be the leader of the women? Han Feng cursed Han Taizhou in his heart no less than ten times, after all, he was merely his biological father, and he had little affection for him.

Han Feng looked at the blazing sun overhead and said with a smile, "Could a few of you sisters please help me find some hot water? The weather is too hot, and I really can't stand it without a shower!"

He spoke incoherently and stammered through these few sentences, but the last two words were remarkably loud: "Dissolve!"

This is the reading room for the women's department!" Qin Yan pointed to the door of the courtyard and said: "The person in charge oversees the women's department, so it is naturally permissible for you to enter. However, as for you, an old resident, it would not be appropriate for you to go in!

Although Han Feng had doubts in his heart, he did not voice them directly. He pondered silently over the women in the espionage department. As the name suggests, the espionage department is comprised of individuals who are to act as spies. These women are skilled in poisoning, assassination, and theft. As for deceiving men, it is even more effortless for them. Han Feng reflected that although he had watched numerous spy films like 007 in his previous life, he still lacked the confidence to confront ancient professional spies. Upon arriving here, his first priority was to observe the situation clearly, ensuring that he did not make any missteps.

However, having lived two lives, Han Feng still maintained his composure and casually asked, "Who is the esteemed person in charge of the male division?"

"Master Han," the elder sister Lin stepped forward, her expression very serious before Han Feng. She slowly said, "The master has traveled a long distance, yet the female department of the reading room was unable to welcome you. Please, master, impose a punishment!"

A good man does not quarrel with a woman, and he should never hold a grudge. Moreover, such trivial matters are hardly worth it. Han Feng is not a petty man.

Over there is the bathroom..." Sister Lin pointed to a small house in the bamboo grove on the right: "There are always sisters watching the hot water there all day long. It is very convenient for adults who want to take a bath; just go in and..."

Han Feng began to address the assembly, and the women all stood up straight in unison, their gazes converging on Han Feng's face. Even though Han Feng had a thick skin, at this moment, he felt somewhat overwhelmed and quickly continued, "I am Han Feng, the newly appointed head of the female department of the Teaching and Reading Room. It is a pleasure to meet everyone... Well, today is my first day in office, and I am not very familiar with the matters of the Teaching and Reading Room... In the days to come, let us work side by side and strive together... Well, today is my first day in office, and I am not very familiar with the matters of the Teaching and Reading Room... In the days to come, let us work side by side and strive together..."

However, if he truly is a wicked young noble, what means do the women here have to resist him

Upon hearing Han Feng mention the word "dissolution," the group of women gradually dispersed, leaving only three still accompanying Han Feng

At this moment, Han Feng had no choice but to grit his teeth and follow Lin Zhen and the others down.

Han Feng truly did not expect to be assigned to lead female spies. To others, especially those in the literary circles, this seemed like a desirable position, living amidst beauty and charm, something many would covet. However, Han Feng was simply not in the mood for it

Lin Zhen found it somewhat amusing. Among the children of official families, how many are like this? Which one does not have their eyes set high, completely disregarding these poor, unfortunate women? Han Feng is not very old; as long as he can retain a bit of innocence, or rather, as long as there is still a trace of kindness in his heart, the lives of the sisters here would be much better.

Han Rong is already an experienced person. He said to Han Feng: "Young Master, it is fine for the old man to be sent here, but he will return to Shaoxing Prefecture to rest for a night and will hurry back to Lin'an Prefecture early tomorrow morning to report to the Master"

The male department is managed by the strict and responsible head. However, he is not in the reading room today. Once he returns, Manager Han will naturally be able to meet him. Qin Yan's voice is quite pleasant, clear and lively

Sister Lin noticed that the women outside had mostly arrived, so she said to Han Feng: "Manager Han, the sisters are all here. Please go down and meet with them. Just say a few words!"

Lin Zhen smiled self-deprecatingly, dismissing her own thoughts. A hot-blooded young man has arrived in a world filled with temptation and sin. Can she still expect him to be the reincarnation of Liu Xia Hui

The person in charge is called Lin Zhen. In the days leading up to the official's appointment, the female department of the teaching and reading room was overseen by subordinates. Now that the person in charge has arrived, the subordinates will immediately gather the sisters to pay their respects to the official. Lin Zhen said this and gave Qin Yan a knowing glance.

What is your name? Han Fengjue and * picture * describe this girl as innocent and lovely, pure and untainted. At this age, a girl from a thousand years later would resemble a high school freshman, yet now she is already here to serve me. This wicked old society!

Xiao Wu replied softly: "The little sister lost her parents at a young age and does not know her name. After entering the teaching room, the former person in charge took the initiative to name her Xiao Wu. However, she still does not have a surname..."

Han Feng wanted to return the gesture with a fist salute, but felt it was somewhat inappropriate. He considered bowing to show respect, yet found it quite awkward. After much hesitation, he finally managed to say: "We will all be working together in the future, so let's forgo these formalities whenever possible"

Han Feng gave a few reminders to his family back home, watching him leave before saying to Qin Yan: "Let's go, first find a place to settle me down before we talk further"

Han Feng did not mind being watched by so many beautiful girls; he rolled his eyes and made eye contact with the group of women. However, as the gazes of the onlookers intensified, Han Feng gradually felt a sense of discomfort, as if the eyes of those girls were wandering all over his body.

Qin Yan intended to pause, waiting for Han Feng to catch up, and then said: "Sir in charge, the Teaching and Reading Room of Shaoxing Prefecture has a total of 147 people, among which there are 98 males and 49 females. All are affiliated with the Secret Service of the Privy Council. Additionally, there are over 50 auxiliary troops stationed in the Teaching and Reading Room, led by a certain Shang Yuhou. Now that you, Sir in charge, have arrived here, the 49 females in the Teaching and Reading Room will all be under your command!"

Han Feng carefully observed the three women in the room. Although they varied in figure and height, all four could be considered exceptionally beautiful, dressed in training outfits that were unlike those of ordinary girls. This caught Han Feng's attention, and he gradually felt more at ease. Not wanting to be overly formal, Han Feng walked over to the window, pulled up a chair beside Tushu, sat down, and said: "Forget it! These are all minor matters. You ladies need not be too formal."

Forty-nine pairs of eyes all gazed at Han Feng

In front of the attic is a small open space, where forty-nine women stand in seven rows and seven columns, perfectly aligned. Despite the scorching sun overhead, they remain utterly still. A few of the women, dressed in lighter clothing, have sweat completely soaked through their outer garments, clinging to their bodies, making their graceful figures faintly visible.

Han Fengxin thought, it is better to take one step at a time. This world is still quite unfamiliar to me, and I need to adapt gradually. Following Qin Yan, I turned a few corners, passed through a garden filled with vibrant flowers, walked along a path paved with blue stones, navigated through a rockery made of large stones, and walked through a small bamboo grove, finally arriving at a neat little pavilion situated in a quaint and elegant courtyard. This must be what is referred to as the female reading room.

Xiao Wu walked to Han Feng's side and softly said: "My lord, from now on, your daily living and meals in the study will be taken care of by me. I am clumsy and fear that I may not serve you well. If there are any shortcomings, I hope you will forgive me"

Han Feng gradually began to feel anxious, having thought for a long time without knowing what to say. Feeling irritated, he decided to be straightforward; he was an official, and they were subordinates, so what was there to be afraid of? Thus, the newly appointed head cleared his throat and said: "Ladies and sisters."

Han Feng casually responded and turned his face to look downstairs. Sure enough, he saw several young women running out from various places in the women's department. Although their clothing colors varied, they all exuded a spirited demeanor. Han Feng chuckled to himself, never expecting that in this era of his rebirth, he would actually become the leader of a women's army. He truly did not know how to complain about Han Tan Zhou.