Chapter 154 I Just Want to Share Your Majesty's Worries
Xiao Ning looked into Yuzhu's eyes and nodded silently.
Yuzhu grabbed Xiao Ning's sleeve, tightened it, and then loosened it.
"How could this happen..."
Xiao Ning brought Yuzhu into the room, closed the door, and whispered to her what he knew. Yuzhu's face turned pale.
"Shengjing City is still bustling with activity, how come the outside has become like this..."
Xiao Ning said, "If the court continues to drag its feet like this, once the outside forces gain momentum, I'm afraid Shengjing City will be in danger."
Yuzhu slammed her hands on the table and said angrily, "It's like this outside, and the emperor is not worried at all!"
Why isn't the emperor anxious? The emperor is anxious!
Holy orders were issued one after another, and initially there were troops from prefectures and counties to suppress the bandits and put down the rebellion. But how could the newly emerged rebellion achieve anything? It was easily strangled in the cradle.
But just as the rebellion was suppressed here, another group of rebels over there actually captured the provincial capital!
The soldiers who had just recovered the lost territory returned to the state capital, but were shut out and beaten!
The entire state capital has fallen!
After this, basically no one took over the holy orders he issued.
The herald also died outside and no one returned.
At this time, some ministers suggested that it would be better to send people from the four camps to quell the rebellion. Another minister thought of Xiao Ning, saying that this boy was like his father, and his bravery was no less than that of the General Zhenbei in the past, so it would be better to let her lead the troops to quell the rebellion.
The emperor was silent and summoned the ministers who were involved in the incident that year to enter the palace to discuss the feasibility of this matter.
"Your Majesty, there is no worse outcome for this situation."
"Besides, the details of what was done back then were so secretive that even the people in the military camp didn't know about it, let alone Xiao Yanqing who wasn't even born yet."
"Your Majesty, don't worry too much. Besides, if you were able to plot against General Zhenbei back then, can't you plot against his son again?"
"Why not send him first? If he's capable, after the rebellion is quelled, we can follow the same method and leave him with a good reputation after his death, and then reward the Jingyuan Marquisate."
"In my humble opinion, if Xiao Yanqing doesn't know the truth about what happened back then, it's better to keep him. No one can predict what will happen in the future. Just like this riot, it came so suddenly..."
The emperor looked at his ministers and felt angry.
What do you mean by sudden?
It's because you bastards are in collusion to embezzle disaster relief funds!
What will happen to his great kingdom?
The emperor listened to their discussion with a frown, never saying a word.
"Although Xiao Yanqing's last fight with the Xiongnu prince showed his agility, this is war. How can a young man like him who has never been on the battlefield be able to do it?"
"Why not? Don't forget, General Zhenbei was also a young man back then. He fought his first battle and defeated the Xiongnu."
As soon as these words were spoken, the whole audience fell silent.
Because Xiao Rong was so stunning back then.
It's a pity that the Xiao family has produced two generations of such brilliant people. If Xiao Rong had not followed the late emperor, the Xiao family would have become the number one clan in the dynasty based on their military achievements.
Why do their families always produce so many incompetent children?
If the emperor had not been changed at the beginning, I am afraid that a bunch of useless people would only be able to live off their savings and would never be able to enter the court and become officials.
The emperor did not rush to make a decision. He signaled the officials to leave.
Afterwards, Prime Minister Chen was summoned to the court.
Although these people helped him to ascend the throne, the emperor trusted Chen Xiang, whom he promoted, more.
If those people were wolves, then Shen Shulan was a dog he raised, a dog that was loyal only to him.
Prime Minister Shen soon entered the palace.
He entered the Qinzheng Hall and knelt respectfully before the emperor, saying, "Your Majesty, I greet you. Long live Your Majesty."
The emperor liked his respectful and tactful appearance very much, which was much better than those bastards.
He relaxed and motioned for Shen Xiang to stand up.
"Thank you, Your Majesty..."
After thanking him, Prime Minister Chen stood up and said respectfully, "I wonder why Your Majesty summoned me here?"
The emperor said bluntly, "In your opinion, my dear minister, would it be a good idea to send Xiao Yanqing to quell the rebellion?"
Prime Minister Chen said, "We can give it a try. After all, his last battle with the Xiongnu prince showed his strength. In my humble opinion, I'm afraid this boy is even better than his father."
The emperor added, "I am always uneasy about using him."
Shen Xiang was fully aware of the emperor's concerns, but he still feigned surprise and replied, "The five generations of marquises in the Xiao family have all been loyal and righteous ministers. Although this Marquis Jingyuan is sometimes a little... erratic, I think this child has plans and is a good child. I believe he can handle great responsibilities."
Is there any chance of success?
The emperor thought about Xiao Ning's big eyes that always showed innocence and his nonchalant style of doing things, and he didn't look like a successful person at all.
The originally tense mood also relaxed.
He looks so stupid, what can he know?
If he really knew something, how could he appear so calm?
The emperor couldn't help but laugh. "Then let's try this sword left by Xiao Rong. Tomorrow I will have someone draft an edict to let Marquis Jingyuan lead the troops to quell the rebellion, but..."
"I'm not entirely confident in letting him lead the troops to quell the rebellion alone..."
Minister Chen's thoughts shifted, and he continued, "Marquis Jingyuan was indeed mischievous in the past, so it's normal for Your Majesty to be worried. How about... having my son serve as your attendant to help you keep Marquis Jingyuan in check?"
The emperor glanced at him and said with a smile, "Are you trying to get an official position for your precious son?"
Prime Minister Shen bowed and said, "I only wish to share your Majesty's worries."
The emperor sneered and waved his hand, saying, "Come on, don't be so serious. I have always favored you. Even if you want to ask for an official position for your son, how can I not grant it?"
Then he changed the subject, "It's just that this matter... is of great importance. After the decree is passed down, have your son come here in person. I have something to tell him."
Upon hearing this, Prime Minister Chen paused and said, "Your Majesty, please tell me if you have anything to say. I will go back and tell him. There is no need for him to bother Your Majesty."
The emperor said indifferently, "Then I must see if your son is clever. If not, I will have to replace him. After all, this is a matter of great importance. My dear minister, please understand me."
Having said this, Prime Minister Chen bowed and replied, "Your Majesty, your words are too kind. I will have my son prepare himself and wait for Your Majesty's summons when I return."
The emperor smiled, stood up, walked to Prime Minister Shen, raised his hand and patted him on the shoulder, "Mr. Shen, you are the only one who can truly help me share my worries, unlike those leeches who only annoy me!"
Minister Shen lowered his eyes and was about to bow, "Sharing the worries of the king is the duty of a minister."
The emperor held down his half-raised hand and said with a smile, "It's just you and me, Mr. Shen, there's no need to be so polite."
Having solved a problem on his mind, the emperor seemed to be in a good mood today. "Mr. Chen, please stay and have dinner with us. We can drink together!"
Chen Xiang said: "Yes."
Chen Xiang thought: What a mess. It's such a mess outside, and you still have the mood to drink.
Such a waste always wants to be compared with the late emperor.
However, they had just decided on the person to quell the rebellion, and did not think about the difficulties and obstacles that might be encountered later.
It seemed certain that as long as Xiao Ning took action, he would win.
Just because she is Xiao Rong's son, these people... have a really high opinion of Xiao Rong.
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