Chapter 449 Pay attention to the Luo family
Without support from the imperial court, the situation in Jizhou became increasingly chaotic.
Bai Yi entertained almost all the merchants in Jizhou City, but the amount of money raised was still far from enough.
For the past month, people in various places have been taking advantage of the situation to loot and cause considerable unrest because they have been starving.
The officials in Jizhou City had almost all their hair turned white.
Pei Shangling repeatedly suggested that the emperor send more manpower and food to Jizhou, but Emperor Jiancheng had been brainwashed by Liang Zhongling and had no idea how dangerous Jizhou was.
Especially since the copper mine has always existed, the people probably earned a lot of silver.
Crying poor now means your purpose is not pure.
That day, in the Shangshufang, he was looking at the memorial recently submitted by Jizhou.
Emperor Jiancheng directly reprimanded Pei Shangling.
"I trusted Master Pei, so I gave you the task. Is this how you handle it?"
A memorial was thrown down, and Pei Shangling opened it and was not surprised at all.
"Your Majesty, this is just a small-scale unrest. If we don't take action, there will be endless troubles!"
Pei Shangling looked sincere, but for the current Emperor Jiancheng, anyone who asked him for money would be asking for his life!
Although Longnan is safe now, winter is coming soon. Who knows if the grassland will move south again this year?
Pei Shangling felt desperate.
Your Majesty is confused!
"In the next two weeks, I don't want to hear any more bad news from Jizhou!" Emperor Jiancheng issued a death order, "Otherwise, Bai Yi will resign immediately!"
The news that Pei Shangling was reprimanded by Emperor Jiancheng spread quickly, and Liang Zhongling felt a little better after hearing it.
"Father!" Liang Zongwen walked quickly to the study and went into the gatehouse, looking very mysterious.
Liang Zhongling frowned: "Why are you in such a hurry?"
"Dad, we've found Jiang Feng!" Liang Zongwen said excitedly, "Some time ago, I heard he appeared in Yangzhou City. He was accompanied by a man, but it was said that man's legs were broken and he was in a wheelchair!"
Liang Zhongling's expression tightened: "What is the man's identity?"
Liang Zongwen shook his head. "That person was wearing a mask the whole time, so he wasn't noticed. But there was another person, said to be Madam Ming, who was also with them!"
"Ming family!" Liang Zhongling frowned. He had previously sent his grandson to win over the Ming family, but the grandson disappeared and the matter was forgotten.
Could it be that the Ming family and the Luo family are related?
"Tell us what they did in Yangzhou!"
A quarter of an hour later, Liang Zhongling was puzzled: "Just buying medicine and giving away food and herbs for free?"
Liang Zongwen nodded: "What is their purpose in doing this?" No one's money comes from the wind. To feed the people in a town, the amount of money spent must be millions.
But this also shows that the Ming family is really rich.
"Also, I heard that the old man of the Feng family has also gone to Guancheng!"
Hearing this, Liang Zhongling drummed his fingers on the table and said in a very serious tone: "Pass the news to the Third Prince! Also, send someone to investigate the identity of the man next to Jiang Feng!"
Liang Zongwen also thought of an incredible idea: "Dad, you are suspicious..."
"Don't speak without evidence!" Liang Zhongling stood up. "I'm going to the palace to see His Majesty. I'll leave the matter of Guancheng to you. Huan Yu's disappearance must be related to them!"
Inside the palace.
Although Emperor Jiancheng said that he didn't want to care about the natural disaster that Jizhou had suffered, he still wanted to restore peace and stability as soon as possible.
But the national treasury really has no extra silver!
"Your Majesty, Liang Zhongling requests to see you!" Cao Sipei walked gently into the house and reported respectfully.
Emperor Jiancheng frowned and looked at the sky. It was almost time to close the key.
"Xuan!"
Cao Sipei withdrew, and Liang Zhongling came in and saluted respectfully: "Greetings, Your Majesty, may Your Majesty be blessed with good health and happiness!"
"Lord Liang, I wonder why you are entering the palace at this time?"
Emperor Jiancheng did not ask him to stand up, so Liang Zhongling had to answer while kneeling.
"Your Majesty, I have discovered an important matter related to the Luo family!"
When he heard the words "Luo family", Emperor Jiancheng's expression suddenly flashed with trance for a moment, but he quickly came back to his senses.
He stared coldly at Liang Zhongling below him: "It seems that Lord Liang has always been paying close attention to the Luo family!"
These words were suggestive, and Liang Zhongling's heart was shocked, and cold sweat flowed down his forehead along his temples.
"I dare not, but I discovered Jiang Feng's whereabouts in the capital."
No matter whether he is Jiang Feng or Jiang Cheng, as long as he says he has discovered something, will Your Majesty still go to investigate?
Emperor Jiancheng's expression changed drastically: "Isn't it the same name?"
Liang Zhongling nodded: "It's definitely not a duplicate name!"
Emperor Jiancheng's eyes darkened. He didn't expect that the Luo family, even after being exiled to Guancheng, were still so restless.
"Explain clearly what happened to the Luo family after they arrived at Guancheng!"
Liang Zhongling couldn't help but feel fortunate that his grandson paid too much attention to the Luo family, so he paid some attention to it. Otherwise, he might not remember it so clearly.
Finally, his eyes were red and he cried bitterly, "Huan Yu also disappeared in Youzhou. I suspect it's related to the Luo family. I hope Your Majesty can help me!"
An old man in his sixties or seventies could burst into tears easily. If Pei Shangling, who was always confrontational, saw him like this, he would definitely despise him.
He looked up quietly. Why was His Majesty so calm?
What was Emperor Jiancheng thinking at this moment?
How come the Luo family still lives such a comfortable life even though they have moved to the border city?
How can this be!
Emperor Jiancheng was deeply jealous.
Liang Zhongling, not knowing what His Majesty was thinking, continued to add:
"Furthermore, I've heard that Guancheng is a completely different place now. The population has increased several times, there's no shortage of food, and commerce is booming. It's definitely not the Guancheng everyone wanted to escape from two years ago!"
Emperor Jiancheng had no idea that the city walls had changed so drastically. "How much damage did Youzhou suffer from this locust plague?"
Liang Zhongling immediately said: "There are losses, but not as much as in Jizhou!"
As for the fact that Youzhou knew in advance that the locusts would arrive, the news had not yet reached the capital, which might be due to Prince Huai's obstruction.
After all, if the court knew about it, he would inevitably be charged with knowing the truth but not reporting it.
Emperor Jiancheng took a deep breath and stared at Liang Zhongling: "Lord Liang, Jiang Feng must be apprehended and brought to justice. Now, I leave it to you!"
Liang Zhongling immediately responded: "Yes!"
"As for your grandson..."
Liang Zhongling was full of anticipation, hoping that His Majesty would issue an order to arrest all members of the Luo family and bring them back to the capital!
"The Luo family is innocent. If Minister Liang had evidence, I could issue an order, but Minister Liang only has suspicions..." Emperor Jiancheng acted embarrassed, "Minister Liang, please send people from various sources to investigate thoroughly before making any decisions!"
The expectations in Liang Zhongling's heart were suddenly shattered like a bubble.
What evidence is being talked about? It’s just that they don’t want to completely destroy the Luo family!
It seems that His Majesty still has expectations for the old man from the Luo family!
No, this cannot be allowed to happen.
"Lord Liang, send a message to Prince Huai. He must keep a close watch on all members of the Luo family. Report any abnormalities immediately!"
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