Meanwhile, some historians and geographers may study and record earthquakes, but this work is not the responsibility of any particular department.

The Ministry of Works in the Qing Dynasty was the agency in charge of construction projects.

However, its main responsibilities focus more on the construction and maintenance of buildings and water conservancy projects, rather than direct earthquake observation.

The Imperial Observatory was mainly responsible for observing astronomical phenomena and predicting celestial events in ancient times, but it had no direct connection with earthquake observation.

However, judging from the duties of the Imperial Astronomical Bureau, they may have conducted some research and observation on astronomical and natural phenomena, but these observations were not directly related to earthquakes.

Therefore, Yinreng intended to set up a department specifically to study these matters.

Things unfolded as history would have it.

The sixth day of the fourth month of the second year of Hongtai (1695).

The earth dragon's transformation arrived as scheduled.

Even aftershocks dozens of miles away caused chaos and confusion.

Everyone felt a chill run down their spines as they watched the harrowing aftermath of the disaster.

The entire land looked as if it had experienced a catastrophe, with ruins and collapsed buildings everywhere, streets covered with rubble and stones, a scene of utter devastation.

The walls cracked, and the road was shattered into several pieces; the scene was shocking.

The earth-shattering power seemed to tear the earth apart, and the sky seemed to change color. The deafening roar of mountains collapsing and the earth splitting echoed in our ears, sending chills down our spines.

The air was thick with the smell of dust and rubble. The dust obscured the sun, visibility was extremely low, and it gave people a feeling of oppression and suffocation.

However, due to this emergency evacuation, only a handful of people were injured.

It's already so much better than in previous years!

Despite the ongoing aftershocks, Yin Zhi led his army to arrange for the people to line up in an orderly fashion to receive porridge and clothing.

What followed was a rush of people kneeling and bowing towards the capital.

Thanks to our ancestors for their blessings, and thanks to the Empress for her protection.

Yinreng was somewhat embarrassed, since the people all thought that it was the ancestors who had given Xue Li instructions.

But even though Father Emperor reigned for many years and made outstanding contributions, natural disasters still occurred frequently. Did he not foresee them?

Sherry almost burst out laughing when she heard his words.

"Instead of wasting time agonizing over this, why not guide public opinion and unite the people as one?"

Yinreng embraced Xue Li, kissing and rolling around, the emperor and empress deeply in love and tenderly entwined.

For a time, Sydney was deeply loved and respected by the people.

The people even erected a longevity monument for her!

It was during one of Shirley's meditation sessions in the Buddhist hall that a faint blue light flashed around her soul, and Shirley vaguely understood something.

It's less about the power of thought and more about the power of faith.

The last time she wasn't mistaken was during the time of Yin Tang's world. At the time, she thought she was mistaken and didn't take it seriously.

Fortunately, she was a spirit; if she were in her physical body, she would have been truly bound!

After all, sometimes people make offerings to the gods with a specific expectation of something in return.

She is not a god, nor does she want to be forced to do anything; everything is up to her own pleasure!

Yes, she follows her heart; that is her way.

Sherry stopped paying attention and continued her meditation, achieving the first level of perfection.

The third year of Hongtai (1696).

The Eastern Six Palaces were finally completed—no, it should be said that the Eastern Six Palaces no longer exist.

A vast and beautiful garden, possessing the solemnity of the North and the elegance of the South!

Yinreng nominated the "Dragon and Phoenix Gate".

If it weren't for the free and unrestrained way those words were written, Shirley would have been a little embarrassed.

A park with wooden high-rise buildings, gardens, landscaped gardens, hot springs, and lawns.

Each of the three children has its own small yard, which at first glance looks more like a house for the family of five.

Indeed, that was the case; Yinreng moved in with Xue Li.

The courtiers did want to say something.

But looking at the work in my hands, I was still busy and hadn't finished it.

Not daring to offend the emperor, they simply pretended not to see it.

At the beginning of the new year, the first thing to do after moving was to hold the ceremony of bestowing the title of Crown Prince.

Princess Rui was directly granted the title of Princess Gulun Rui.

The twins have grown up a bit, studied history and read books, and their personalities have become much more mature.

Zhiyu smiled as if she didn't care about anything, but in reality, she held a grudge very much.

Even after returning to Longfengque, Zhiheng still retained some childlike qualities, especially when holding the second child.

He already possessed the bearing of a crown prince when he walked outside on ordinary days.

In May of the third year of the Hongtai era (1696), Prince Zhi, the Fifth Prince, and Prince Yu led elite troops to quell the rebellion of the Dzungar Khanate.

Furthermore, the Khalkha Mongols were incorporated into the Qing Dynasty's territory.

In August of the same year, Yinreng dispatched Baozhu, a principal of the Court of Colonial Affairs, Grand Lama Jinba Zhamusu, Demuqi Sonambu, and others to Tibet to convey an imperial edict to religious leaders such as the Dalai Lama, the Dalai Khan, and the Panchen Lama, exposing and condemning the crimes of the Depa who misappropriated the name of the Dalai Lama, condoned Galdan, and resisted the Qing government.

Using this as a pretext, they dispatched troops carrying heavy weapons to take over Tibet.

With the implementation of various welfare benefits, many women stepped out of their homes to learn a skill.

Including Traditional Chinese Medicine!

The number of newborns is also higher than in previous years.

Lao Jiu led caravans and students to overseas trade and academic exchanges.

The fourth brother was sent to Jiangnan to keep an eye on those corrupt officials.

After handing over his duties, the fifth brother went to train his troops again, while the seventh brother stayed in Tibet to arrange for people to repair roads.

Sydney arranged for the Eighth Prince to take some glib, hypocritical, and divisive court officials and students to learn the languages ​​of various countries, and then travel to those countries to promote the culture of their Great Qing Dynasty.

Lao Ba has always been ambitious and doesn't want to do this kind of clandestine work.

Then Sherry pulled him and his subordinates together and started talking non-stop.

For example:

Some vassal states respected the Celestial Empire, but behind the scenes, they were served by another master.

What can you do? Of course, you have to discipline your silly son.

Some vassal states had bullied the border people in the past and did not listen to their patriarchs.

What can you do? Of course, you should take him and live a good life, provided that you return to the embrace of the patriarch.

There are also some countries, such as the Netherlands, with relatively advanced shipbuilding technology. Of course, they should learn from each other and make progress together. They have always sought cooperation, development, and common prosperity.

Some countries engage in division, and only their thousands of years of historical heritage can teach them how to progress.

How dignified and powerful they are!

A group of old men listened to the Queen's flatbread with disbelief in their eyes.

You're actually this kind of empress?!

Meanwhile, a group of students, full of youthful vigor, were instantly filled with enthusiasm, wanting to seek development and cooperation for everyone.

Upon hearing this, Lao Ba's eyes lit up. He was very familiar with this kind of work, and then he happily set off.

Several courtiers were somewhat restrained in front of Shirley.

As soon as they stepped out of the palace gate, a few old guys, sharper than monkeys, huddled together and instantly broke into a lewd grin!

It seems like we've already envisioned a bright future.

Lao Ba led everyone to learn not only foreign languages, but also information, customs, culture, and inventions from various countries.

Lao Ba was working with great enthusiasm.

Yinreng almost laughed in anger when he saw the guys that the Eighth Prince had picked out who were always shooting arrows at others.

However, each does have its own advantages!

Intrigue and backstabbing are acceptable, but harming one's family and country is not.

Therefore, Yinreng simply went with them and even provided them with people and money.