Wei Tingsi stiffened and couldn't help but glance at Zhao Shu a few more times, trying to discern something from her expression. Did she know the Emperor's plans? But that didn't make sense. The Emperor had no intention of touching Prince Yong, who controlled ten prefectures! Other princes only controlled five prefectures, while Prince Yong's estate controlled thirteen prefectures. Was he really going to give up ten prefectures so easily?
"Can Your Highness agree?" He suddenly felt that asking this question was a bit foolish. Zhao Shu was the only child of Prince Yong, and she had no heir. Moreover, he had recently been on official business at Prince Yong's residence and could feel that Prince Yong's doting on his only daughter was to the point of being completely obedient to her.
Soon, he asked another question, "If we return to the ten prefectures, what are the plans for the six hundred soldiers of the prefecture?"
"The Prince's Mansion has always relied on the taxes from the fiefdom to support itself. Now that it is being returned, the Prince's Mansion naturally needs its own industries to generate income. These soldiers can be assigned to work in various industries, and of course, they will be paid. Moreover, they can go wherever they want. Those who do not wish to stay and work in the Prince's Mansion can be given a sum of money to settle down and make a living."
Zhao Shu's thinking was clear and her actions were appropriate. This not only did not displease Emperor Mingde, but also made him feel that the Prince Yong's Mansion was truly of one mind with him, which was indeed the case.
Wei Tingsi had to admire Zhao Shu's courage in giving up ten prefectures. Before he could finish speaking, Green Luo called out, "Princess, the Prince has returned and wants you to go back for dinner."
Zhao Shu looked at the sun; it was only noon and they had already returned. Had something happened?
"I'll take my leave." He had received a lot of information today and couldn't wait to discuss it with his friend.
Zhao Shu did not try to stop her; she was worried about her father. She nodded and left first.
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