Xiao Zhixing received Fu Enchen at the Linhai Garden where he was staying.

Both sides understood the meaning of the conversation.

Xiao Zhixing cut to the chase, “Prefect Fu has worked diligently and made great contributions in Dongzhou. It is not right for him to be appointed as a low-ranking official every year.”

Fu Enchen cupped his hands and said, “Your Highness is wise. My father and Chang Shigeng have never gotten along. Chang Shigeng used the evaluation system to annoy my father. My father had no choice but to accept it and did not want to scheme around, which is why he has wasted so many years.”

Xiao Zhixing nodded; it was similar to what she had found.

Of course, it would be a lie to say that he didn't scheme or plot; otherwise, Fu Enchen would never have gotten engaged to Feng Huier.

Unfortunately, the Feng family disliked getting involved in politics, and they had already done their best to help Fu Shengzhi retain his position as governor of Dongzhou.

It's impossible to get them to work any harder to help the Fu family.

Xiao Zhixing didn't ask why the other party wanted to get involved with him; asking too many questions was pointless, as it was essentially an exchange of interests.

"I have decided to train a small navy in the Bohai Bay to deal with the pirates. It's not a big deal. I hope Governor Fu will do me a favor."

Fu Enchen's brows twitched slightly. "Allow me to go back and report to my father."

This is probably not some small-time online troll; this matter needs careful consideration.

Xiao Zhixing nodded, "With the Dongzhou water bandits surrendering, Governor Fu will definitely be rated as excellent in the year-end evaluation, and it's not impossible for him to be promoted again next year."

It's not impossible for him to take up a post in Xizhou or Zhongzhou, or even enter Shengjing; it all depends on his performance.

Fu Shengzhi is not seeking a higher promotion now, but rather to avoid being dismissed from office and to remain in the officialdom indefinitely.

According to the rules of the Great Sheng Dynasty, officials had to serve in a new position for at least three years before they could retire, change locations, or retire.

Except for those who have committed crimes and are under investigation.

The credit for the bandits' surrender belongs to Feng Zhen'er, but it would be easy for her to ask for it back and give it to Fu Shengzhi.

She will compensate Feng Zhen'er in other ways.

Fu Enchen bowed deeply, "I will certainly convey the Prince's message to my father."

Thanks to Xiao Zhixing's good reputation for keeping her word, he wasn't worried at all that she was lying.

After seeing Fu Enchen off, Feng Huier also came to say goodbye.

The girl went out with Feng Zhen'er and got two shades darker from the sun, but she looked much more vibrant.

"Your Highness, I am so grateful that I don't know how to express it. I can only offer my humble help to repay you."

Upon asking, I learned that she planned to go back and explain things to her family before coming to Feixian Port to help her with Feng Zhen'er.

Xiao Zhixing helped her up, "Then I should thank you. With you two sisters, I, the King of Dongzhou, am completely at ease."

She never underestimated any woman; they could manage the inner quarters, control people's hearts, and manipulate events in public.

All we need to do is give them a chance.

Feng Huier added, “My great-grandfather wrote that he wanted to see you, but unfortunately he is too old to come to Fei Xian Port in person. My grandfather also has to take care of him and cannot come either, which is a great pity.”

Xiao Zhixing sighed, "I admire and yearn for Mr. Feng Shengzhe, but unfortunately I am busy with matters in Beizhou and must return here. I will definitely pay him a visit next time if I have the opportunity."

Although Master Feng is not a martial artist, he is still alive at the age of ninety, making him a living fossil.

Before returning, Xiao Zhixing discreetly walked among the people of Feixian Port.

Feixian Port is the largest seaport in the north, with ships coming and going from the south and north, most of which belong to the canal gangs.

The local people are shaped by their environment. They make a living by boat, transporting passengers, carrying goods, fishing at sea, or diving for pearls.

The air was filled with the smell of the sea.

This area is rich in natural resources, but development is limited, and the local people may struggle to even make ends meet.

Looking at the seafood that was carelessly discarded and deemed inedible, Xiao Zhixing felt a pang of heartache. "I'll have the Beizhou Trading Company send someone to teach you how to process and consume this seafood."

Top-quality natural seafood, what a wonderful product! Dry it and sell it inland – a path to wealth!

The Ning family's business empire and the Ghost Guard's extensive network of restaurants, teahouses, and theaters across the continent could quickly promote them.

Feng Zhen'er, who was accompanying her, was overjoyed upon hearing this, "On behalf of the people of Dongzhou, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Your Highness!"

Finally, the two stood on the shore. Xiao Zhixing gazed at the horizon where the sea met the sky and asked casually, "Do you know what's on the other side of the sea?"

Feng Zhen'er pondered, "Rumors say it's an endless deep sea, the entrance to hell, or a barren land."

Even after ships appeared on the Qian Yuan Continent hundreds of years ago, there were always people who wanted to go out to sea, but the storms they encountered could be fatal at any time.

The furthest outposts have only discovered a few islands and landmasses in the nearshore waters.

However, since the Qian Yuan Continent has not been fully developed, the small islands in the sea are completely ignored.

[Yellow comment: A global map of the home planet is presented. Ah, does Your Highness already have plans to send people to explore the seas here?]

[Yellow comment: Definitely, she never says anything meaningless.]

[Yellow bullet comment: The Age of Exploration began under her leadership, which also established the Great Sheng's status as the world's dominant planet. The mother planet, Qian Yuan, was named after her!]

[Yellow comment: Some say she went to find Xiao Yan, could it be true?]

[Red comment: We're from another continent, and we only found out about other countries when we came here from Yunchao.]

[Green comment: Ha---Our Great Xia only learned about overseas countries when they came to our doorstep.]

The other two planes were too embarrassed to attack them any further. The green plane was indeed in a terrible state, and it's no wonder they hated the barbarians who were causing chaos in the Central Plains so much.

Even though we are all from the same country and share the same bloodline, we can't help but hate them; they hate their own barbaric ancestors.

Xiao Zhixing really wanted to explore the sea, so she quickly saved the map for future use.

This planet has three relatively large landmasses. From the Northern Barbarians further north, through the Snow Clan's territory and across the polar regions, one can quickly reach two of these continents.

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