Chapter 121 Candidates
Ji Zheng came back to his senses instantly, holding the tablet tightly in both hands, he stood out of the line with an upright posture, bowed deeply, and said respectfully and steadily: "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. My minor illness has been completely cured. Now I am in high spirits. I will definitely share your worries and serve the country with all my heart."
After hearing this, Emperor Ren showed a look of relief on his face. He nodded slightly and sighed, "That's good." After he finished speaking, he paused for a moment, then stared at Ji Zheng with burning eyes, and spoke again, "I am worried about the terrible snow disaster in the north. I wonder if you have any good ideas for this disaster?"
Ji Zheng pondered for a moment, stepped forward, held the tablet in his hand, and said solemnly: "Your Majesty, my thoughts are the same as those of Lord Zhang and Lord Chen. The most urgent task is to quickly dispatch capable officials to the disaster area to coordinate rescue efforts from all parties. In the disaster area, quickly build temporary shelters to accommodate the homeless people affected by the disaster, and arrange for medical officers to go there to prevent the disease from breeding and spreading."
After saying this, Ji Zheng bowed respectfully again and waited for Emperor Ren's order. His answer was quite proper.
Upon hearing this, Emperor Ren said nothing. He tapped his fingers twice on the armrest of the dragon chair and said thoughtfully, "Who should we send next?"
This question was addressed to everyone present. Ji Zheng lowered his head and said nothing. He didn't want to go.
There was silence in the court. All the ministers kept their heads down and remained silent, fearing that this difficult task would fall on them.
After a while, an old and respected minister stepped out slowly, holding a tablet in his hand, and said in a trembling voice: "Your Majesty, I think General Li has been on the battlefield for a long time, is decisive, and has considerable strategy, so he can take on this important task. The soldiers under his command can also play a big role in clearing roads and maintaining public order in the disaster area."
Emperor Ren shook his head slightly. "Although General Li is brave, disaster relief does not rely solely on military force. Comforting the people and allocating supplies also require meticulous thinking and rich experience in governance."
At this time, Prince Sheng stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, Minister Wang is a good administrator and has successfully dealt with disasters in many places. You can order him to go."
Emperor Ren pondered for a moment, "While Minister Wang is experienced, many government affairs in the court cannot be handled without him."
Seeing that no one had come up with a perfect candidate, Emperor Ren's face gradually darkened, "I have raised you ministers, who usually talk big and make grand arguments, but now that it's time to hire someone, no one can share my worries?"
Seeing Emperor Ren was angry, everyone felt nervous and lowered their heads, not daring to speak.
Yuan Zhen thought about it again and again, and took a step forward, "Your Majesty, I would like to recommend someone."
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"Lord Yan, the Minister of Rites, is a man of integrity and has inspected Yanbei before. He is familiar with the local customs and people. If he goes, he will definitely be able to fulfill his mission."
Yan Yu, whose name was called, immediately stood up and stood in a row with Ji Zheng, waiting for Emperor Ren's decision.
Emperor Ren turned his gaze to Yan Yu, with a look of scrutiny and consideration in his eyes. After a long while, he nodded and said, "My dear Lord Yan, I know you are capable and capable. This snowstorm in the north is of great importance. I believe you can handle it properly, comfort the people, allocate supplies, and restore order. I give you full authority to act as you see fit. Don't disappoint me."
Yan Yu's expression froze, and he said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I am your servant Yan Yu, and I will devote my heart and soul to this important task."
After saying this, he kowtowed.
Seeing that he was no longer involved, Ji Zheng heaved a sigh of relief. However, before he could completely relax, he heard Emperor Ren say, "Mr. Ji, I see that you have a lot of insights into disaster relief, and you have done extraordinary things in the past. I think you can also work with Yan Yu to coordinate the allocation of materials and contact with all parties."
Damn it!
This was like a bolt from the blue to Ji Zheng, and he knelt down quickly, holding the tablet in his hands and said, "Your Majesty, although I care about the disaster victims in the north, I am incompetent and uneducated, and I am afraid that I cannot take on this important task.
But how could the decision made by Emperor Ren be taken back so easily? He wanted to see Ji Zheng's true ability, so his face darkened and he said, "Mr. Ji, this is a major event for the country. I trust you and entrust you with the important task, but you keep shirking your responsibilities..."
He knew from the tone that he could not escape this matter, so Ji Zheng had no choice but to kowtow and say, "Your Majesty, please forgive me. I will do my best and live up to your expectations."
Emperor Ren was satisfied with this and his expression softened. He then scanned the ministers and finally fixed his gaze on Xiao Ming. He said, "Xiao Ming, you will lead your elite troops to Yanbei with Lord Yan and Lord Ji to help Yan Yu with the disaster relief."
He paused and said, "You should follow military law and discipline the soldiers. There should be no slackness in clearing the roads and ensuring safety."
Xiao Ming stood up, clasped his hands together, and said in a strong and powerful voice: "I obey your order."
After the court meeting, Ji Zheng looked disheartened. How did this mess happen to him?
Looking at the sun in the west, Ji Zheng strode out, comforting himself in his heart, forget it, since things have come to this, he might as well spend more time with his Ji He'an now, as he doesn't know how long he will be gone.
Before reaching the door of the house, I saw Ji Hean waiting at the door. As soon as the carriage stopped, Ji Zheng quickly jumped out, strode forward and held the person in his arms, "Why are you waiting for me here?"
Ji Hean didn't answer, just smiled.
"How long have you been waiting?" While asking, Ji Zheng reached out to touch Ji Hean's hand to see if it was cold.
"I just waited for a while." Ji Hean replied, interlocking his fingers with Ji Zheng's hand, and said with a smile: "I brought a soup pot, so my hands are not cold."
Grabbing the man's collar with one hand, Ji Zheng lightly scratched the tip of his nose and said solemnly: "Ji Xiaogou, next time you are not allowed to wait at the door, do you understand? The weather is so cold, what if you get sick?"
"But I want to see you earlier..." These words sounded a little pitiful, which made Ji Zheng feel guilty. He immediately raised his head and said, "I also want to see my baby earlier, but you just got better..."
The more he talked, the more aggrieved his expression became. Ji Zheng suddenly didn't dare to say anything and compromised: "Okay, okay, then you have to wear more next time, and you can't wait too long, okay?"
"I know, I know." Ji Hean's expression changed immediately, and he nodded like a chicken pecking at rice, which made Ji Zheng laugh and angry. He stretched out his hand and pinched the man's face hard as if to vent his anger, and said, "You have me in your hands."
Ji Hean smiled like a little fox, stood on tiptoe, kissed Ji Zheng lightly on the mouth, and said, "Who made you like me?"
Tsk, so soft and sweet, such a light kiss, how could Ji Zheng be satisfied? He suddenly picked her up, took a step forward, and walked quickly towards the bedroom.
The feeling of weightlessness made Ji Hean reflexively hug Ji Zheng's neck and look up at his resolute chin. After all, they have been together for so long, and he knows exactly what Ji Zheng is thinking at this moment.
She buried her head in someone's arms, and her ears hidden in her hair gradually turned pink.
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