It mainly tells the story of the protagonist Li Shan, who gradually grows up and faces various challenges and choices from a novice who first entered the county government.
Li Shan came from a poor background but worked hard and established a foothold in the county government with his talent and perseverance. He performed well in handling the daily affairs of the county government. He not only organized the documents in an orderly manner, but also assisted in handling cases and upheld justice for the people, and gradually gained recognition. However, he also encountered many difficulties, such as thorny civil disputes, management problems within the county government, and threats from powerful people.
When resolving civil disputes, he demonstrated wisdom and fairness, not only resolving conflicts but also gaining a deeper understanding of his work. Faced with the unreasonable work processes of the county government, he bravely put forward reform suggestions and actively participated in their implementation. When he encountered a wealthy businessman who bullied others, he insisted on justice, but he got into trouble because of it.
In this volume, Li Shan also faces the difficult choice of going to the frontier to serve, a decision that will have a significant impact on his future.
The plot of the whole volume is ups and downs, full of tests and challenges, vividly showing Li Shan's persistence, struggle and growth in the early stages of his official career, as well as the officialdom and inner struggles he experienced.