"My word is as good as gold."
Pei Minxue thought about it and still felt it was inappropriate.
"No, Your Majesty, this is far too dangerous. You cannot risk your safety."
If the reward is a noble title, it means that the whole world knows that His Majesty is in the North City.
"What if some ill-intentioned people try to assassinate His Majesty?"
"Minxue, you're worrying too much."
"Not to mention, I have my secret guards with me, and Shang Huai's Zhenbei Army is stationed here. If there are any who are not afraid of death, let them come."
Although Xiao Chengci was annoyed by Shang Huai, he also trusted Shang Huai.
If anyone were to attempt to assassinate him, Shang Huai would absolutely not allow anyone to come before him.
Pei Minxue couldn't persuade him alone: "Then Your Majesty, shouldn't you also discuss this with Shang Huai at this time?"
Xiao Chengci nodded, "You're right. I've already sent someone to invite him over."
Pei Minxue was impressed by His Majesty's speed, and knew that His Majesty was determined to do this.
Pei Minxue was genuinely curious, "Your Majesty, why did you travel all the way to the North City, stay for a few days, and then suddenly decide to hold some kind of food festival?"
Pei Minxue really couldn't understand it; it was too absurd.
It's hard to say for sure. Holding the food festival is a pretense; his real intention is to attract Pei Zhi.
"I simply want to improve the cuisine in the northern city."
Seeing that he couldn't get an answer, Pei Minxue gave up.
Xiao Chengci sent someone to invite Shang Huai in the morning.
It wasn't until it was getting dark that Shang Huai finally arrived, looking rather embarrassed.
After hastily bowing, Shang Huai said impatiently, "Didn't I say I'm very busy? Why did Your Majesty have to invite me here?"
Pei Minxue had some doubts about whether His Majesty was right to trust Shang Huai so much.
Look at Shang Huai's impatient tone, he doesn't seem like someone who can protect His Majesty's safety at all.
"I wish to hold a food festival in the northern city, and I will need your help."
Shang Huai frowned. "Your Majesty, if you're really that bored, why don't you return to the capital?"
“In the capital, you can do whatever you want.”
Xiao Chengci had already prepared a speech.
"I am also thinking of the people of the northern city."
"Once the food festival is held, I don't know how many people will flock to the North City."
"Does the Marquis not want the people of the North City to live a good life?"
Upon hearing this, Shang Huai raised an eyebrow slightly. "Is there anything you need from me?"
"You are responsible for maintaining public order and patrolling the entire city. As for the food festival, I will have the local officials come and handle it."
Maintaining public order is not a big deal.
Shang Huai nodded in agreement: "You will cover all expenses incurred during this period."
Xiao Chengci readily agreed.
Shang Huai stood up and, before leaving, added, "Next time it's such a small matter, Your Majesty can just send a letter; there's no need for someone to come and invite you."
"After all, I feel nauseous just looking at Your Majesty."
Xiao Chengci watched Shang Huai's departing figure with a pale face, but when he thought that he would see Pei Zhi in a few days, he couldn't help but laugh.
Pei Minxue asked cautiously, "Your Majesty, are you alright?"
Even after being insulted, His Majesty can still laugh; His Majesty has great magnanimity.
"Alright, of course I'd love to."
Xiao Chengci stood up and stretched.
"You should contact the officials immediately and draft a set of regulations."
"My only request is that all the people who come to the North City for this food festival can taste the delicious food."
Upon hearing this, Pei Minxue hesitated for a moment: "If there are too many people, I'm afraid it will be difficult to control."
"Let Shang Huai take care of the safety issues."
Xiao Chengci sneered: "If he can't take responsibility, that's fine, I'll use this as an excuse to cut off his head."
Xiao Chengci then looked at Pei Minxue, "Of course, if you don't handle this event well, you'd better watch your head."
Pei Minxue touched the back of his head; it was a little cold. He regretted not coming along.
Who would have thought that coming to the north of the city would lead to organizing a food festival?
The government issued a notice, and the rewards this time were simply too generous.
The first place winner will receive a noble title.
The second and even tenth place winners receive substantial rewards.
Let me put it this way: as long as you get into the top ten, you'll be set for life.
You don't believe me?
The notice bears His Majesty's imperial seal.
His Majesty is in the North City. This event was organized by His Majesty's orders.
Although it is unknown why His Majesty traveled all the way from the capital to the northern city.
But since His Majesty is in the northern city, this activity means it's real.
Overnight, all the hotels and inns closed their doors.
There was no other way; the cook quit.
Chefs from all over the country flocked to the north of the city.
After receiving the news, Pei Zhi also became curious about this food festival.
As it happened, her destination was Beicheng.
Therefore, Pei Zhi did not delay any longer and went directly to the North City.
Almost a quarter of an hour after Pei Zhi entered the city, Xiao Chengci learned that Pei Zhi had entered the city.
The guards have been keeping a close watch on the city gate for the past few days.
Pei Zhi traveled alone, still riding a horse.
Furthermore, Pei Zhi's demeanor was so distinctive that even though she was dressed in coarse cloth, the guards could still tell at a glance that she was different.
The group went to report to His Majesty, and followed closely behind Pei Zhi. This time, they absolutely could not lose her.
Otherwise, we'll really have to go back with our heads.
There were too many people in the city, and Pei Zhi didn't realize she was being followed.
Pei Zhi went to the inn, wanting to stay there.
"A night's stay costs ten taels of silver."
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