Although it was the Prince's finances, since Ning Xi'er moved out...
Xie Zhun did not readily agree, and everyone took it as tacit consent.
"Then on behalf of everyone, I thank the Princess for her generosity!"
Xie Zhun smiled and said with a slight upturn of his lips.
Everyone present could tell it was a joke...
But because the funding issue was resolved, everyone felt relieved.
Xie Zhun turned to Wei Xunfang and Qin Yuan, "Master, Senior Brother, since the matter of mining and iron smelting is to be temporarily put on hold..."
Going forward, a large amount of material procurement and coordination will be handled by Liao Yueming...
Hopefully, once our people arrive, my senior brother can select a few skilled individuals to assist us..."
Qin Yuan stood up and nodded in agreement.
After the important matters were discussed and settled, Xuanfeng announced outside that Xue Lin and Liao Yueming had arrived.
The two entered the tent and were delighted to see Ning Xi'er in the center.
He then cupped his hands in greeting to Xie Zhun beside him and the others who were serving him.
Xie Zhun raised his hand, and the others also stood up, inviting Xue Lin and Liao Yueming to take their seats.
Although this was the second time that Eunuch Xu, Zheng Chengguang, Wei Xunfang, and others had met Xue Lin and Liao Yueming...
Hearing of their righteous deeds in Yongning, and now, for the sake of the Prince and Princess, they are risking their lives to wade into this murky water...
Everyone felt a sense of closeness, but observing their appearances, demeanor, and similar auras, they couldn't help but feel as if they had known each other for many years and were all at ease with each other.
Xu Gonggong spoke up, asking Xue Lin and Liao Yueming to analyze and summarize the information they had gathered outside the wilderness.
Three days after taking office, Xue Lin did not rush to make any big moves. Instead, he wandered around the city every day to get a clear picture of the situation.
The previous magistrate had deep roots in the government, and the county officials were not good at managing them. The local customs were too mercenary and crude.
As for the movements in the capital and the imperial court, news from within the city couldn't get through...
However, based on various signs, Xue Lin also deduced that there might be some major disturbances in the capital.
With all the high-ranking officials remaining in their posts, all the generals and commanders on the borders were recalled to the capital...
Xue Lin reasonably suspected that either the Crown Prince was forcing the emperor to abdicate, or the emperor was seriously ill.
Xu Gonggong, Zheng Chengguang, and Wei Xunfang all found it difficult to appreciate.
For a mere eighth-rank county magistrate to arrive at such a judgment based on such trivial matters truly demonstrates his clear mind and sharp vision.
Liao Yueming had just received the carrier pigeon before leaving the city, and worried about being followed along the way, so she hadn't had time to communicate with Xue Lin yet.
His information was more detailed and comprehensive, and it matched Ning Xier's information about to arrive by a large margin.
The details about the layers of security in the capital, including the guards at the city gates and the strict defenses along the imperial streets, are clearly explained.
However, the palace interior was inaccessible, which suggests that important officials entered the palace and did not leave, and that generals from other regions returned to the capital and did not emerge from the imperial city...
Those present looked at each other in bewilderment.
I'd heard that Mr. Liao was shrewd and capable, but I never imagined he had such a powerful network of connections!
The men sent by the magistrate of Xiude County have yet to send back any news...
Yongning and the desolate wilderness are far apart, and news travels slowly...
Everyone can guess Ning Xi'er's methods.
Liao Yueming received the news only two days later than the princess!
The way everyone looked at Liao Yueming couldn't help but show them a bit more respect.
Everyone increasingly felt that it was essential to make good use of Liao Yueming's storyline.
After Xue Lin and Liao Yueming finished explaining the situation, they both looked at Ning Xi'er and said they were just waiting for her to return so they could discuss their next move and then unleash their full potential...
With Xie Zhun present, their attitude was seen as somewhat disrespectful by others.
But in Xie Zhun's eyes, the way he looked at Ning Xi'er carried a hint of pride.
To others, Xue Lin and Liao Yueming were simply being friendly and approachable, a natural expression of their personalities.
Ning Xi'er gave a wry smile, "I'm afraid I'll have to disappoint you both for now..."
Xue Lin and Liao Yueming raised their eyebrows.
Ning Xi'er told the two of them about her trip back to the capital, the situation she had investigated in the palace, and the situation in the northern frontier.
He then informed his two elder brothers of his upcoming departure to assist them with their arrangements.
Before the two arrived, Ning Xi'er explained the details of the discussion point by point, seeking their opinions.
Upon hearing this, Xue Lin and Liao Yueming exchanged a smile, immediately rose, and bowed to Xie Zhun and Ning Xi'er...
"We will not fail in our mission!"
"Your Highness and Princess have made all the arrangements. I, Liao, will do my utmost!"
Seeing that everyone had no further objections, Xie Zhun summarized the opinions and made clear arrangements:
After Ning Xier returned to the northern frontier, she communicated with Ning Che and the village chief of the northern frontier, mobilizing the villagers to flee famine by bypassing the border and eventually reaching Pingyuan.
The routes for escaping famine need to be known to a limited extent.
During this period, the way displaced people spread information must be carefully considered.
Xie Zhun will make separate arrangements to expand the chain of information dissemination and reach the capital as soon as possible.
Xue Lin was in charge of receiving refugees: two hundred from Yongning, an additional three hundred elite troops, and villagers fleeing famine in the northern frontier...
Responsible for coordinating with supervisors such as Yan Lang, and arranging for personnel to arrive in small, frequent, and safe manner.
Based on the personnel plan provided by Xue Lin and the needs of the distillery construction, Liao Yueming coordinated the personnel arrangements...
They devised a plan to build production workshops and living quarters for the rest of the people.
Since the purpose was to build a distillery and resettle displaced people, the five hundred elite soldiers who were stationed there should be trained in brewing or other processes in batches, so that they could withstand scrutiny.
Eunuch Xu is responsible for managing the Prince's Mansion, the management of convicts in the National Protection Kung Fu, and coordinating with the village chief of Huangjing Village.
If everyone agrees, they can participate in the construction of the distillery and earn a living working there in the future...
After soliciting good opinions, the village will build new houses on the original site, and the needs for accommodation and living materials will be reported to Liao Yueming for scheduling and procurement.
Qin Yuan worked with Liao Yueming to manage the exiled prisoners and villagers, handle personnel and material procurement, and ensure Liao Yueming's safety.
Zheng Ye was in charge of the daily management of the 500 elite troops.
After all, based on these 500 elite troops, the focus should be on strengthening regular training to prepare for the future.
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