Chapter 334: Severe Drought
Just after noon, Feng Yi received a letter from his master, which made Deputy General Zhao very happy.
"I'll go pick someone right away!"
He said this happily as he walked out, but he was pulled back by the wind after only two steps.
"Just stay home. You're not needed for this. I'll take someone with me!"
I'm feeling so uncomfortable being stuck in this broken mountain valley, how can I miss such a good opportunity?
When Deputy General Zhao heard this, he immediately became unhappy.
"That won't do! You're the head coach here, you have to stay home and take charge. I'll take care of this."
Ever since I took people out a few days ago, I can't stay here anymore after I come back. This is a good opportunity to relax.
"Because I'm the head coach, I have the final say!"
Feng Yi stretched his neck and looked at the deputy general Zhao in front of him. He had been here for a long time and wanted to take this opportunity to relax.
Seeing that Feng Yi was about to get angry, Deputy General Zhao softened his tone.
"Feng Yi, the prince has entrusted you with such a big job. If you leave, who will take care of it? What if something goes wrong? You won't be able to report to the prince, right?
So it's better for me to lead the others out this time, and His Majesty will be relieved if you stay here."
He patted Feng Yi's shoulder and spoke earnestly.
“…………” Feng Yi gritted his teeth.
He knew that this guy was making excuses, but this reason made him unable to refute it.
Seeing that he stopped talking, Deputy General Zhao smiled complacently.
"Okay, it's settled. I have to go pick someone quickly. The pharmaceutical factory is waiting!"
Having said that, he strode out with big strides, and as soon as he left the house he couldn't stop smiling.
Finally I can go out again. This shabby place is really uninviting.
Half an hour later, he excitedly went down the mountain with five thousand people.
Seeing them all so happy that their tails were about to stick up in the air, Feng clenched his fists in anger.
There's no point in being anxious, since the master trusts him so much.
On the other hand, after learning that Han Muchen’s pharmaceutical factory had added more guards, Han Mulei smiled proudly.
"Very good, it's time to send our people out!"
He looked at the butler in front of him with pride. Since Han Muchen had sent all the men to the pharmaceutical factory, it meant that there were fewer guards in the far north.
By the time his people arrive, the chances of success will be higher.
"Your Highness, they will set off tomorrow. I have divided them into six groups. I estimate it will take some time to reach Chuxiong State, but it is safer this way."
The butler bowed respectfully. After all, if there were too many people, the target would be easier to be discovered. Going in batches would not arouse suspicion.
The only downside is that you'll be delayed a bit more on the road, but that's not a big deal.
"Well, very good!" Han Mulei nodded with satisfaction.
Although we have to wait for some time, this will not arouse other people's suspicion and is indeed the best solution.
Just wait! We’ve already waited so long, and we can wait a few more days.
As long as we can kill Han Muchen, it will be worth waiting for a few more days.
Han Muchen didn't know that Han Mulei was planning to attack him again, so he had been staying in the greenhouse for the past few days.
I observe and record the growth status of various plants. Seeing them grow vigorously, I feel a sense of accomplishment.
What is even more gratifying is that under his guidance, the greenhouses in people's homes are also growing well. There is nothing more gratifying than this.
It is now the spring plowing season, and judging from the current drought, there is no doubt that nothing will be harvested in the fields.
Nowadays, every family has a greenhouse, and the crops in it are growing well, which makes me feel a lot more relaxed.
The people will no longer be displaced, and they will no longer have to flee famine with their families, and there will be no more starvation to death.
Although there is hope here, the people in other parts of Dayu Kingdom are suffering.
This year is another year of severe drought. The fields are so dry that cracks have appeared. Not to mention farming, even the larger rivers have dried up.
In order to survive the winter, everyone in the family who had the physical strength went out to work and earn some money to store food.
The elderly, the weak, women and children also brought their children with them to search the mountains and fields for wild vegetables and leaves.
Dig it up, blanch it in water and dry it at home. It can be used to make a living in winter when there is no food.
This is almost the general situation in Dayu Kingdom. The emperor, as the ruler of a country, is also aware of it. He has been extremely upset these days and his head hurts from worry.
The fire broke out in the court early in the morning.
"Don't you have any better ideas, my dear ministers?"
He stared at the court officials in front of him with dissatisfaction, his heart filled with anger.
So much money has been spent on disaster relief, but the drought has not been alleviated yet. I don’t know where all the money has been spent.
Seeing that the emperor was angry again, the ministers shrank their necks and tried to reduce their presence as much as possible.
Especially Mr. Zhang, the Minister of Revenue, was so scared that he started shaking.
He allocated so much disaster relief money, but the drought was not alleviated at all. I am really afraid that the emperor will punish him.
Looking at the ugly look of that guy, the emperor was furious.
"Master Zhang, don't you want to explain to me?"
He glared at Lord Zhang angrily. So much silver had been allocated through his hands. Even if it was just thrown into the water, there would still be some sound. But now it has disappeared into the sea.
Lord Zhang came closer, trembling and shaking, with a look of grievance on his face.
"Your Majesty, this year's drought is extremely severe. The money allocated by the court is only enough to dig wells in various places. For the time being, it can only ensure that the people have drinking water."
As he spoke, he stole glances at the emperor sitting on the main seat. He was extremely scared, fearing that he would be implicated.
Although the imperial court allocated a lot of disaster relief funds, the affected area was too large after all, and the money was simply a drop in the bucket.
We can only dig a deep well in each place with difficulty, and forget about farming.
“…………”The emperor closed his eyes.
I felt very stuffy in my chest and my brows were tightly furrowed.
There has been severe drought for three consecutive years. If we can't find a solution, not only will we not be able to farm, but I'm afraid everyone will die.
Seeing the emperor at a loss, General Cheng, who had been silent in the crowd, raised his eyelids.
“…………”
He looked at the cowards around him, hesitated for a moment, and then slowly walked to the front of the hall.
"Your Majesty, there is no need to worry too much. Although the drought this year is severe, not all places are without solutions."
"Hmm?" The emperor suddenly opened his eyes and stared straight at General Cheng in front of him.
"What do you mean, General?"
"Your Majesty, although the drought in Dayu Country is severe, I have heard that Qingzhou Prefecture has responded well.
It is said that the Sixth Prince has built one or two underground greenhouses for every household, so food and clothing will not be a problem this year."
As General Cheng spoke, he looked at the people in front of him with pride, and he looked so proud, as if he had built those greenhouses.
Especially when looking at the second prince and the third prince, his eyes were full of disdain.
They are both sons of the emperor, but some only care about making money for themselves, while others care about the people. The difference is huge.
After hearing his words, the emperor's cloudy old eyes suddenly showed joy.
"Oh? Seriously!"
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