Yuan Zhengqi's words were like a thunderclap, startling all the officials in the hall.
"Lord Yuan, what kind of crops are you referring to?"
"Lord Yuan, are those crops really drought-resistant? And high-yielding?"
"Lord Yuan, where are the crops you mentioned? Could you show them to me?"
The curious ministers surrounded Yuan Zhengqi, eager for firsthand information.
Even the carefree king was very curious.
He had traveled all over the north and south of Dayong, but he had never heard of any crop that was not only high-yielding, drought-resistant, and easy to grow.
He looked at Emperor Jing, who sat at the head of the table, with a puzzled expression.
Then a thought flashed through his eyes: If these things really exist, for ordinary people, this is a good thing that concerns the lives of their entire families.
Does that mean Emperor Jing's image in the Dayong era is about to be completely changed?
This is not a good thing for them.
"Lord Yuan, does anyone know how to plant this crop? If this crop is so good, the people of Dayong will be blessed."
"The carefree king said excitedly."
Oh my, anyone who didn't know better would think you were genuinely doing what's best for the people of Dayong.
[Your eyes don't say that. I see in them an ambition to destroy the crops.]
Jing Le's divine sense had been constantly monitoring the Carefree King, and he had taken in every subtle change in the King's eyes.
Emperor Jing glanced leisurely at Prince Xiaoyao, it seemed that Prince Xiaoyao was preparing to compete this time.
"Please don't worry, everyone. His Majesty has instructed me to inform you ministers about this matter, so there must be an answer."
Yuan Zhengqi patiently explained, "Over the past few months, I have worked with Lord Si to learn about the habits of the three crops one by one, and they will be ready for harvest in about ten days."
"Then we'll know the production volume, and we can distribute these products to the general public."
These words shocked the ministers.
I thought I had only discovered these things, but I didn't find that others had already planted them and would get results in a few days.
"Long live the Emperor!"
"This is a blessing for the Great Yong Dynasty. I wonder who His Majesty will send to spread this knowledge to the common people?"
The carefree king bowed and said with concern.
He was just short of stepping forward and taking on the job himself.
[My uncle's actions are far too obvious. He's in such a hurry to make things clear, it's practically like he's telling Father, "Leave this to me, let me handle it."]
Jing Le smiled with interest.
Emperor Jing simply couldn't bear to watch the performance of Prince Xiaoyao.
If you can't act, then don't act. It's too embarrassing to watch.
Such an obvious trick, do you really think he's blind?
Third Prince: Ever since I found out that my uncle had ill intentions, he seems hypocritical to me no matter how I look at him.
Fourth Prince: Luckily, my little sister reminded us, otherwise our whole family would have been tricked.
"Yes, Your Majesty, this is a very important matter. We must send an imperial envoy to spread the word."
Immediately, someone stepped forward to agree.
"I have come today to discuss this matter. Minister of Revenue and Minister of Works, heed my command."
Emperor Jing spoke in a serious tone, and continued, "You two, along with Yan Yongning and the other two, will begin your journey from the capital, traveling in both the north and south directions."
“Select a few households in each village to conduct pilot programs…”
Emperor Jing issued orders one by one, appointing only those he favored.
Even the top three in the first-class imperial examination, who had recently entered the court as officials, became people in Emperor Jing's sights.
Those who wanted to cause trouble, including the carefree king, were unable to get a word in edgewise.
"The third and fourth brothers will go along to learn as well."
Emperor Jing eventually included the Third Prince and the Fourth Prince, but he refused to let the Prince of Xiaoyao go.
[Haha, look how anxious my uncle is, he can't even keep a smile on his face anymore. I won't let you go, I won't let you go.]
Jing Lele was very happy; she loved seeing B break down in these situations.
Emperor Jing's originally dignified expression almost broke into a smile.
"If there is anything to report, speak up; otherwise, the court may adjourn."
With things mostly arranged, Emperor Jing, seeing that no one was going to submit a memorial, took Jing Le and left.
...
Cining Palace.
After the court session, the carefree prince went to see the Empress Dowager.
"Your Majesty, the Prince of Xiaoyao requests an audience."
Granny Cui stepped forward to report.
"Quickly let the carefree prince in."
Upon hearing that the Prince of Xiaoyao had arrived, the Empress Dowager immediately sat up straight, slightly excited.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
A moment later, the carefree king slowly approached.
"Greetings to Your Majesty the Empress Dowager, may Your Majesty live a thousand years!"
The carefree king made a grand gesture.
"Rise quickly. You haven't seen me for so many years, how come you've become so distant from your mother?"
The Empress Dowager's eyes were red, and you could see her love for Prince Xiaoyao.
"Mother, I have missed you dearly all these years. Now that I'm back, I will never leave again."
The carefree prince's affection was exactly the same as when he looked at Emperor Jing.
If Jing Le were here, she would definitely praise him, saying, "He's really good at acting."
"Granny Cui, go and stand guard at the door."
The Empress Dowager's eyes reddened with emotion, and she turned to Cui, the old woman standing beside her, and said...
"Yes, Your Majesty."
After Granny Cui left, the Empress Dowager and Prince Xiaoyao went into the inner room.
"My son, how have you been these past years?"
Now that there are only the two of them, the Empress Dowager's longing for her son surges forth.
“Mother, no matter how hard it is for me out there, as long as I think that there are people waiting for me to come back, nothing is hard anymore.”
The carefree prince gently comforted the Empress Dowager.
Then, getting back to the main topic: "Mother, at the morning court session this day, the Emperor announced something that benefits the country and its people."
"Once this matter is accomplished, the emperor's image in the hearts of the people will be set."
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