"Since Mr. Xue said so, I will speak frankly." Shangguan Taiqing took advantage of the situation and said:

"The only shortcoming of the current frontline war is the lack of food. With food, we can invade Jiuchang Road and sweep away the rebels.

I know that the Xue family emptied their wealth in the past two years in order to assist the Northern Liang army in regaining Liaodong.

But now that the situation is critical, I can only shamelessly ask Mr. Xue to see if the Xue family can send some more food and grass to the front line.

These grains and grass should be regarded as borrowed by the imperial court and the Xue family. Once the household department has a surplus in the future, it will be returned in full."

Shangguan Taiqing stared at Xue Shen with wide eyes, his eyes full of expectation, and his cheeks were slightly red.

You must know that he is the uncle of the current dynasty, the Marquis of Runan, and the first-level minister of the Ministry of Industry. Saying such words now is almost like borrowing money from ordinary people in the market.

As for saying that there will be a surplus in the treasury in the future and then it will be returned to the Xue family, it is pure fart. This time the court has asked for money and food from all the major families, and how long will it take to pay it back?

The atmosphere in the room was very quiet, and Uncle Guo's breathing was slightly unsteady.

Xue Shen was silent for a long time, during which she picked up the water glass and took a sip of water, before finally speaking:

"A few years ago, in order to support the army in regaining Liaodong, the Xue family transported hundreds of thousands of grain and grass to the front line, which indeed depleted the family's food stockpile. That year, they almost even took out the basic rations in the mansion.

In the past two years, there have been plagues, famines, and wars. The harvest in the south of the Yangtze River is far less than in previous years~"

Shangguan Taiqing's heart suddenly felt cold. Hearing what he meant, Xue Shenchen didn't want to bring out the food and grass.

But just when Uncle Guo had given up any hope, Xue Shenchen suddenly said:

"I wonder how much food and grass the frontline army needs?"

Shangguan Taiqing was stunned, and then said with some joy:

"Three hundred thousand stones!"

This figure was roughly calculated by Shangguan Taiqing before he came. Judging from the fact that one stone of food can feed two soldiers for about a month, the nearly 200,000 people under Fifth Xinrou's command must eat at least 100,000 stone in a month.

food.

This does not include the loss of food transportation, as well as the food for war horses, mules and horses, and civilians.

So Shangguan Taiqing quoted a figure of 300,000 dan, leaving a little margin. He expected in his heart that the Xue family could come up with 180,000 dan, and he would figure out a way for the rest.

Hearing this number, Xue Shen's face trembled visibly, and he smiled bitterly and said: "Uncle Guo, do you really think that my Xue family is the richest family in the world? No one can afford three hundred thousand stones of food and grass, right?"

Shangguan Taiqing rubbed his hands in embarrassment and said with a smile: "Of course it is impossible for the Xue family to take out all of them. How much can be used to alleviate the urgent needs of the front line."

After hesitating for a while, Xue Shenchen raised a finger: "One hundred thousand dan, this is probably all the food in the Xue family warehouse and its trading companies. In order for the frontline army to successfully wipe out the rebels, I, Xue Shenchen, will risk my life!"

Shangguan Taiqing was instantly overjoyed: "Is what Mr. Xue said true?"

"Of course it's just spitting and nailing. When have I ever broken my word?" Xue Shenchen seemed a little unhappy, and his beard was blowing.

"That's right, that's right, hahaha, Senior Xue really comes at the right time."

Shangguan Taiqing was in a very good mood. He stood up and clasped his fists and said, "I have heard for a long time that the Xue family is full of loyal people, and it is true when I see you today. I am here to thank Xue Lao on behalf of Your Majesty, the Queen Mother, and the soldiers on the front line!"

When the rebellion is successfully suppressed in the future, I will definitely advise Your Majesty and record a great contribution to the Xue family!"

Shangguan Taiqing did not expect that things would go so smoothly, and Xue Shenchen agreed to the matter without even asking him to waste any time.

After all, it was someone who gave birth to a son like Xue Chengyi. Shangguan Taiqing unconsciously felt a little admiration in his heart.

"Haha, uncle Guo, don't be too hasty to thank me. It just so happens that I have a small matter here, and I'm afraid I need uncle Guo's help." Xue Shen smiled happily, and glanced at Shangguan vaguely.

Taiqing.

"Although Mr. Xue says it bluntly, as long as I can help, I will definitely do my best!" Shangguan Taiqing assured.

What Shangguan Taiqing cares about is not the one hundred thousand stones of food and grass, but the great victory in the future, the position of Minister of War, and the complete overthrow of the Yuwen family.

If this battle is defeated, how can we talk about overthrowing the Yuwen family?

"Ahem, I'll just tell you the truth."

Xue Shen cleared her throat and said, "Uncle Guo, have you ever heard that I have a little granddaughter?"

"Of course I know." Shangguan Taiqing praised with a smile: "Xue Shangshu's son and daughter are both dragons and phoenixes among people. Young Master Xue has already become the envoy of Liaodong Daojing at a young age. Everyone in the world knows this."

Someone had previously suggested in private that Shangguan Taiqing should bring the youngest daughter of the Xue family into the palace as a concubine, so that she could marry into the Xue family. However, Xue Chengyi himself had no intention of doing so, and coupled with the efforts of the Yuwen family,

After objecting, the matter was dropped.

After all, the Yuwen family cannot just watch the Xue family side with the royal family, so they can just remain neutral as they are now.

"Haha, I love this granddaughter very much, and she is also at the age of marriage. Unfortunately, she has very high standards. No one could look down on her before. Originally, I was worried about who would be attracted by this little daughter.

No, now she really likes someone. Originally, I didn’t agree. Unfortunately, this granddaughter is really spoiled and won’t marry anyone else. I have no choice but to agree.”

"This is a good thing. What do you need my help for?" Shangguan Taiqing asked doubtfully.

"Harmful."

Xue Shen said with some blushing cheeks: "Isn't it true that all the big families in Jiangnan have a good reputation? I'm thinking that if His Majesty can expressly grant a marriage, then..."

"Understood, I understand!"

Shangguan Taiqing reacted instantly. He and Xue Shenchen just wanted the emperor to issue an imperial edict to grant marriage. This was not a piece of cake, just writing an edict.

How can ordinary people have the qualifications to be granted marriage by the emperor's decree, but Shangguan Taiqing is the uncle of the country, and this is just a matter of words.

Xue Shen smiled deeply and said: "So you are willing to help me with this and give advice to Your Majesty?"

"Look at what Master Xue said." Shangguan Taiqing said sternly: "Shang Shuxue has been working day and night for state affairs. The Xue family is full of loyal people. This time, they even spared no financial resources to support the frontline troops in suppressing the rebellion. The marriage should be granted by His Majesty's imperial decree, in order to respect the honor.

No need to talk about help."

Shangguan Taiqing, who had received one hundred thousand stones of food and grass, was in a very good mood and nodded directly in agreement.

"Hahaha, uncle Guo is really good-natured." Xue Shen laughed heartily.

Shangguan Taiqing also smiled, and then asked casually: "I wonder whose young master the eldest daughter of the Xue family is interested in? It's really enviable."

"Haha~"

Xue Shen shrank back in the chair, took a sip of tea, and faintly uttered a few words:
Chapter completed!