Yinzhen looked at the vermilion pane and said: "It's not just once or twice to transport grain to Fuzhou. If there is a hidden reef, it should have been discovered long ago. How come it has been delayed until now, and it didn't sink as much as two ships?"
They are all grain-carrying ships. Old Thirteen, don’t you think there is something wrong with them?”
Yunxiang's eyelids twitched and he said nervously, "Your Majesty suspects that the shipwreck is not a natural disaster, but an accident?"
Yinzhen turned around, biting his tongue and said: "Yes, I suspect that everything is caused by someone behind the scenes. It is also strange in the court today. How old is Hongli? Although he is smart and studious, he is only two years old in the household department.
Months ago, before things were fully understood, the ministers reported one by one that Hongli should be appointed as the imperial envoy. The names of other officials from the Ministry of Household Affairs were not even mentioned. This is definitely not a coincidence."
If Hongshi were here, he would definitely be blown away by what Yinzhen said. Yinzhen was really horribly sharp and shrewd in government affairs. They did it so covertly, but Yinzhen still saw that something was wrong.
"So the emperor deliberately followed his wishes and asked Si Age to serve as the imperial envoy, and only said that he would send a thousand soldiers to protect him. The purpose was to lure the snake out of its hole?"
"Yes, I suspect that their purpose is Hongli. As for their intentions, we won't know until they are caught." Although it was his own decision, Yinzhen was still a little worried when he mentioned this name. He only hoped that his decision was not wrong.
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Yunxiang nodded, and then said: "Even so, why did the emperor send the second elder brother also? It is already a risk to send one person, but to send two people, doesn't it add to the risk?"
Yinzhen asked instead, "Lao Shisan, what do you think of Hongshi?"
As soon as Yunxiang showed hesitation, Yinzhen said: "Since I asked you, just tell the truth. There is no need to evade anything."
Yunxiang agreed and said thoughtfully: "I used to think that the second elder brother was not practical enough and was a little impetuous, but recently we have gotten better. Especially today, he is willing to take the initiative to go out and take up the errand to Fuzhou. I really like it."
My brother is impressed."
Yinzhen nodded noncommittally, and after a while he said: "Although Hongshi recommended himself to be the imperial envoy, I think he is still a little scared, but this is human nature, I can't blame him." After a pause, he continued: "In the past, Hongshi
I often target Hongli and never care about the brotherhood of my brothers. Although things have changed a bit now, it is not enough. I hope that in the future they can be like me and you, not like Yunshu and the others."
"The second elder brother is still young. When he gets older, he will naturally understand the importance of brothers and sisters. Besides, the second elder brother has always listened to the emperor's words and has never been to Lao Ba's place again."
"That's why I want to give him this chance." Yinzhen stroked the back of his head and said, "Once some things take shape, they will never change no matter how many years pass. They are both my sons, and I don't want to see it.
There was a scene of fratricide, so now that the gap is not deep and Hongshi is gradually becoming more sensible, the brothers can understand and understand the importance of supporting each other. In this way, no matter who succeeds as emperor in the future, the other
Everyone will give their full support."
After hearing this, Yunxiang finally understood Yinzhen's plan and said: "If you two brothers knew about the emperor's painstaking efforts, they would be deeply moved."
Yinzhen smiled and said: "As an Ama, it is right for me to worry about my son. There is nothing to be moved about. I just hope that my thoughts will not be in vain, then I will be satisfied." At this point, he waved his hand and said: "
Okay, let’s not talk about this anymore. Let’s get back to the topic. Can you estimate how many people can be recruited from the Fengtai Camp? And it’s not just people, but these people must be reliable.”
"Some of the people I led before are quite loyal and can be relied on. After putting it together, four thousand people should be enough. Your Majesty, don't worry, I will give them a hush order. Later, I will prepare a list and send it to the Emperor.
Take a look."
Yinzhen shook his head and said: "No need. If you say you are loyal, you must be loyal. I can trust you. When the time comes, they will take the boat I arranged and go south along the road. In addition to these people, I will send secret guards to follow them and must protect them.
Safety for both of them."
Seeing that Yinzhen had even used the secret guards, Yunxiang felt relieved. Each of the secret guards were carefully selected. They were good at hiding and had strong martial arts skills. They could block ten with one. Yinzhen had one of them.
Although it is not known to everyone, it is a power that cannot be underestimated.
After thinking for a while, Yunxiang said: "Since this trip, in addition to providing disaster relief, also involves luring snakes out of their holes, would the Emperor want to tell the two elder brothers so that they can be prepared?"
Yinzhen also had this plan and said, "I will tell them after everything is arranged."
After discussing for a few more words, Yunxiang resigned and left. While Yinzhen was preparing to approve the fold that had just been presented today, he remembered something, put the unopened fold aside, and looked at the four people waiting aside.
He said happily: "Go to Chengqian Palace."
"Hey!" Sixi quickly opened the door and followed Yinzhen to Chengqian Palace. When they got there, they didn't see Ling Ruo. After asking, they found out that she was in the small kitchen.
Seeing that Yinzhen was about to go to the small kitchen, Sixi hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, the small kitchen is stuffy. It's better for me to invite Concubine Xi to come over."
"I can just go by myself." Seeing what Yinzhen said, Sixi had no choice but to follow him to the small kitchen. As soon as she arrived at the door, she heard Ling Ruo instructing the palace servants to change the fire on the stove to a low fire and cook slowly.
In order to avoid insufficient heat.
Sixi opened the door, but Ling Ruo, who was working with her head down, didn't notice. It wasn't until the kitchen suddenly became quiet that she looked up and saw Yinzhen standing opposite, and said in surprise: "Your Majesty, you
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As he spoke, he wanted to salute, but his hands were still stained with white flour. When he tried to pat them away, the flour flew up, confusing his eyes and making him unable to see clearly.
Ling Ruo raised her hand to rub it, but was caught by someone, and Yinzhen's voice came to her ears, "Rubbing like this will only make your eyes more uncomfortable. You have to wash them with water to make them comfortable."
After that, he took Ling Ruo to the water tank, took a ladle of water himself, and carefully cleaned Ling Ruo's eyes. During this period, Shuixiu and the others wanted to take over, but were rejected by Yinzhen.
After washing and drying, Ling Ruo opened her eyes. Sure enough, she no longer felt any discomfort. She saw that Yinzhen's hands were still wet. She took a towel and wiped his hands dry, and said: "Why is the emperor coming here at this time? I'm still concubine?"
I want to prepare sour plum soup and snacks and send them to the emperor."
"I missed you so I came over to see you. Besides, wouldn't it be better to come to your place to eat?" Because there was something on his mind, Yinzhen's smile was a little uncomfortable.
Ling Ruo didn't notice this and said softly: "Then I will let Shuixiu watch here, and then serve it to the emperor for enjoyment."