If we can’t even solve our own problems, how can we spare the energy to help other countries?
"We can only fool around for now, and we'll talk about the rest later." Chen Yan said to Lu Wan very seriously, then turned his head and winked at the little emperor on the stage.
The little emperor was brought up by Shen Yan, so he understood her meaning immediately, and said perfunctorily: "Let's talk about these things separately after this! Today's banquet is so grand, how about we drink 300 cups?"
Seeing that there was room for negotiation, the minister and the Rouran prince did not dare to continue to press the issue, so they all agreed and decided to discuss the matter in detail.
The banquet immediately returned to its lively state. Seeing that the atmosphere was getting heated again, Lu Wan winked at Chen Yan and sneaked out.
Shen Yan saw that he left the table first, so he followed him and walked out quietly.
The two walked into a quiet side hall. Lu Wan grabbed Chen Yan's hand like a thief and pulled her into the side hall. He looked around to make sure there was no one there, and then closed the door.
"What's the matter? You're like a thief." Seeing Lu Wan so nervous, Shen Yan couldn't help but tease.
Lu Wan thought back to his behavior just now. Wasn't it like being a thief? So he also laughed, but immediately calmed down and said to Shen Yan.
"Although this matter has been suppressed now, they will definitely bring it up again. What should I say then?"
Lu Wan was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, pacing around the house, making Shen Yan feel dizzy.
Lu Wan had to prepare for the worst. He said, "Now I just hope that they really have no food left. I am afraid that they actually have enough food and are just testing whether we can provide 100,000 dan of food. If that is the case, it will be dangerous."
After hearing Lu Wan's guess, Shen Yan nodded. He had thought about this possibility before, but the little Rouran King did look very weak and might not be able to hold up the overall situation.
If it was really as Lu Wan guessed, then this idea must have come from the old Rouran King. He had fought with the old Rouran King before. The old Rouran King was vicious, but he was still upright and a benevolent person.
"It's too early to consider other things now. The key point is the 100,000 dan of grain. How can we get it out? No matter what their purpose is, we must get the 100,000 dan of grain out to silence the gossips."
Shen Yan said this incisively and accurately. Indeed, the food must be taken out no matter what.
"In fact, there is still a lot of food and grass in the capital, but it is not concentrated in the national treasury. There is some in the Ministry of Revenue, and the other wealthy merchants have more food and grass, and more silver. It's just that we can't borrow from them in large quantities, otherwise they will find out that the national treasury is already empty."
Shen Yan and Lu Daxin control the flow of most of the capital's property, so they basically know how much food each family has.
"For example, the Hao family, the richest family in Beijing, is so wealthy that it can rival a country. Just one family can support half of the national treasury."
Shen Yan knew the names of these wealthy businessmen by heart, and could even report how much property each of them had in their family. Lu Wan could not help but be stunned.
"Did you confiscate their homes? How do you know exactly how much property each of their families has?"
Lu Wan looked at Chen Yan with admiration. Chen Yan blushed and said, "The money they got from legitimate channels and illegitimate channels are all in our hands. We can borrow their money just in case."
After hearing what Shen Yan said, the corner of Lu Wan's mouth twitched. What does it mean to borrow it just in case?
But after hearing that there were other ways, Lu Wan was no longer so worried. She nodded and said, "That's good. As long as there is still surplus food in the capital, it won't be a big deal."
After saying these words, both of them fell silent. Shen Yan moved a little closer to Lu Wan and put her hair that was scattered around her ears behind his ears.
"I have been busy with government affairs and dealing with these things recently. I have no time to return to the palace. I heard from the housekeeper that you have eaten very little recently. Are you feeling unwell?"
Chen Yan asked very considerately, which was rare. He had been leaving early and coming back late recently. After returning to the palace, he had a lot of things to deal with, so he really had no time to look after Lu Wan.
However, a few more guards were added to Lu Wan's side to ensure his safety.
"I'm fine, I just caught a cold because the weather suddenly turned cold recently. It's nothing serious. You and your brother have been so busy recently, so you must eat on time, otherwise it will be bad for your health."
The two of them were being affectionate here, when suddenly Shen Yan's expression changed and he looked towards the roof of the house they were in.
"Who?" After saying this, Shen Yan defended, and Lu Wan leaned against the bed, away from the window.
"What's the matter? Is there anyone there?" Lu Wan became panicked. Anyone who could make Chen Yan lose his direction must be very powerful in martial arts and not an easy person to deal with.
As soon as Shen Yan finished speaking, a man in black flew past the window. Lu Wan only saw a black shadow passing by. Shen Yan comforted Lu Wan, and the shadow landed next to Shen Yan.
"I'm sorry I'm late to rescue you. I hope Your Majesty is not hurt?" Ying knelt on the ground with his head lowered.
Shen Yan shook his head and said, "This king is fine, you should go after the assassin, he is going in that direction."
Shen Yan pointed in a general direction, and Ying rushed out and chased in that direction.
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