From the old farmer's account, Yun Qing and Xie Rang quickly grasped the key point.

The initial concern was about flooding in Jiangnan. The imperial court allocated funds to repair the dikes and provided skilled craftsmen who could make cement. So there was no need to levy taxes on the people!

However, this news did not reach the capital at all. It is unimaginable how many officials protected each other!

Yun Qing's face darkened, and Xie Rang's emotions, like an overturned inkstone, could no longer be painted with any bright colors.

The carriage continued its journey. Xie Rang curled his lips, his voice indifferent: "Deceiving the emperor and concealing the truth, it seems they still think that my methods have been too lenient these past few years."

Following Yun Qing's advice, Xie Rang did not resort to violence to eliminate all enemies, but instead replaced them one by one. The Jiangnan region had been cleansed before, but he did not expect them to be so bold as to openly tamper with things right under his nose for some benefit.

"They must be severely punished."

Yun Qing's attitude on this matter was very firm. In modern times, the impact of corrupt officials is enormous, let alone in ancient times where there were class distinctions. These people truly deserve to die!

Not to mention that some of them might be people she once trusted.

"Of course."

After thinking for a moment, Xie Rang suddenly turned his gaze to Yun Qing, moved closer to her, gently took her hand, and said earnestly, "Fortunately, with the Grand Tutor and me working together, we will be able to restore peace and prosperity to the Great Xi sooner or later."

The young emperor was no longer the child who had to look up to her. Now he was taller than her, yet he was still willing to bend down and ask her to touch him. He was clearly of noble birth, and he was just as good at acting cute and charming. His eyes were shining, and he was full of pride.

Yun Qing was stunned, and for a moment she didn't know what to say.

After hesitating for a while, she finally smiled and said, "Yes."