Chang'an City, Yongning Palace.
As soon as the empress dowager came out of the Buddhist hall, she saw Emperor Feng.
"How come the emperor has time to come to my Yongning Palace?"
"What are you talking about, mother..."
Emperor Feng smiled helplessly.
He took the initiative to step forward and support the empress dowager.
"The autumn harvest is basically over."
"Production in Chang'an counties has increased again."
“The rest of the counties also performed well.”
"Xiao Ning is really amazing..."
The emperor was walking and talking.
This bountiful harvest was entirely thanks to Ning Que. Using Jingyang as a pilot, he developed a composting method. Combined with new agricultural tools like the curved plow and the harrow, this led to increased production across the province. The Jingyang County Magistrate recorded all the local findings and submitted them to the Ministry of Revenue. After verification by the Ministry, the system was implemented throughout the counties of Dafeng.
"You know his abilities, yet you still let him go on the Eastern Expedition."
"Look, how quiet the palace is now."
"I don't even have anyone to talk to."
"You can't blame me for this..." The Emperor Feng was about to cry, "You should also think about it. Little Ning'er is the Prince of Ning after all. The Prince of Ning in every generation needs to have military achievements, and in the future he will have to lead the Dafeng Army."
"He is stronger in civil affairs."
"Yes, so I asked him to go to Linzi..."
Emperor Feng looked helpless.
He knew what the Queen Mother was thinking.
If you want to blame someone, you can only blame Ning Que for being too outstanding!
He has even higher attainments in literary matters!
Even surpassing his martial arts!
But Prince Ning needs military achievements...
If there was a choice, Emperor Feng would not want to send Ning Que out. Dafeng actually had no shortage of military commanders. Gu Yuan, Feng Jie, the Meng family... these were all young and vigorous members of the army. There were also many veterans who could be deployed.
But when it comes to literary matters, few can compare to Ning Que.
This Eastern Expedition requires people who are both civil and military!
First, they had to rebuild Linzi, which was in need of much reconstruction, requiring support from all quarters. They also had to build large ships and train naval forces in preparation for the eastern expedition to Goguryeo. At the same time, they had to actively prepare for war and guard against a rebellion by the King of Qi.
Besides Ning Que, who else can Dafeng send?
"Report!"
"Prince Ning, hurry eight hundred miles!"
Manager Hu came over quickly.
Hand over the parchment letter.
"Hurry up and see, what's the urgent matter, Xiao Ning'er?"
"good."
The emperor removed the seal.
Unfold the parchment letter.
Looking at the content above, his frown gradually relaxed, and then he slammed the table and stood up, laughing towards the sky.
"Hahaha!"
"Xiao Ning brought us a lot of surprises!"
"It's a pity that I was not in Linzi and was unable to see it with my own eyes."
"What's wrong?"
The Queen Mother's face was full of curiosity.
I didn't expect Emperor Feng to react so strongly.
You should know that the emperor usually does not show his emotions.
Even if Mount Tai collapses in front of you, you remain calm!
"Mother, Qinghe is pregnant with the prince!"
"What?" The Queen Mother was also overjoyed and quickly stood up and said, "Then what are we waiting for? Send Qinghe back to Chang'an. No, no, she's pregnant and can't travel long distances. Madam Yang, pick a few experienced midwives and arrange for some female doctors who know about postpartum care to send her over. Also, have the imperial physician prepare some more herbs to replenish qi and blood, like ginseng and Ganoderma lucidum."
"promise."
Nanny Yang raised her hand in response.
Only Shen Qinghe can enjoy this treatment.
Looking at the Queen Mother, I wish I could fly directly to Linzi.
"Look at what your royal brother has done?"
"My sister-in-law is pregnant, so Xiao Ning'er is busy with the war."
"Look at that young couple. They've only been married for less than a year and they're already pregnant. Your Majesty...you must understand that the country depends on its eldest son. You've been on the throne for three years now. Even if you're busy with government affairs, you should still consider having children. There are rumors among the people that you're inhumane. Empress Lu is quite beautiful. If you don't like her, the other concubines will do. No matter what, first, have children."
"Ahem..." Emperor Feng gave an awkward smile and continued, "Let's not talk about that for now. Little Ning'er has brought a lot of good news this time. With the help of the Gongshu family, he's started building warships. He's also improved the salt fields, doubling sea salt production. He even turned around and tricked the King of Qi, causing him to suffer heavy losses."
"Yeah?"
The Queen Mother raised an eyebrow.
He took the parchment letter and read it carefully.
There are more than a thousand words in it.
Ning Que basically didn't mention anything about himself.
Finally, I wish the Queen Mother good health.
He urged Emperor Feng to take good care of his health.
No need to stay up late to deal with government affairs.
Preparations for the Eastern Expedition are already underway.
The Emperor has nothing to worry about.
Ning Que will pacify the pirates later.
We will capture Baengnyeong Island before the New Year!
Seeing the ending, the Queen Mother's eyes were a little red. If Ning Que was not the only heir left in the Ning Palace, how could they bear such a heavy responsibility?
Ning Que is actually not suitable for officialdom.
But we have to deal with these old foxes.
When faced with conspiracies and intrigues, one can only proceed step by step.
"Three months of war, a letter from home is worth a thousand pieces of gold..." The Queen Mother had the letter put away and whispered, "We owe the Ning Palace too much. Your ability to hold onto your position has practically drained the Palace's bloodline. He's now alone, fighting the Eastern Expedition while also guarding against a rebellion from the Prince of Qi. And now Qinghe is pregnant with the heir to the throne. Do you have any foolproof plans?"
"Don't worry, mother, I'll take care of it!"
Emperor Feng expressed his position with confidence.
He and Ning Que had discussed this during their tour.
First, he mobilized a 100,000-man Shuofang army, commanded by Feng Jie, to cross the Yellow River in the spring to attack Goguryeo. Ning Que, in turn, led a fleet, first landing on Baengnyeong Island by water and then on to Goguryeo. He steadily advanced, attacking the city step by step. Finally, he joined forces with Feng Jie and captured the Goguryeo royal city.
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