Yinreng has been thinking about the snow disaster in the south lately, so much so that even after Kangxi's entourage had been on its way to Mongolia for several days, he still hadn't made a decision.
In the study, Yinzhen sat at the lower end, drinking tea and eating melon seeds.
Since he and Yin'e were transferred to the Ministry of Revenue, their relationship with Yinzhen and the Crown Prince has improved rapidly.
Now that Yinzhen and Yin'e have both gone to Mongolia, Yintang, having nothing to do, goes to Yuqing Palace to freeload.
He looked up and saw Yinreng deep in thought. Considering that he had been in this state for the past few days, it was hard to pretend he didn't see him.
"Second brother, what have you been thinking about these past few days?"
Yinreng looked up and glanced at him.
Once you get to know him better, you stop calling him "Your Highness the Crown Prince" and start calling him "Second Brother"?
After a moment's thought, Yinreng briefly recounted the snow disaster in the south, leaving Yintang speechless.
"Second brother, are you kidding me? Even in winter, there's no way there would be a snowstorm in the south."
Yinreng knew this would be the outcome, which is why he delayed issuing relevant disaster prevention measures.
Why would Second Brother suddenly have such an idea?
Yinreng subconsciously fiddled with the jade thumb ring, "Dreaming."
Yin Tang almost choked to death on the tea.
He looked at Yinreng speechlessly, expecting a playful expression on the other's face, but instead saw only deep sorrow.
"Second Brother believes it, right?"
Yinreng nodded without hesitation.
Yin Tang hesitated for a moment and said, "In that case, Second Brother, please let me handle this matter."
Yinreng looked at Yintang in surprise, "What can you do about it?"
Yinzhen chuckled and patted his chest, saying, "Second Brother has been hesitant to take action because he felt that using a dream as an excuse to do snow disaster relief work in the south would be ridiculed by the ministers. Then I'll do it."
Yinzhen stood up confidently and said, "I can go to the south first and see what's going on. If I find that things aren't going well, I can immediately take money from my private treasury to make the necessary arrangements. It won't be too late for you to issue an order for rescue and relief work then. Actually, the most worrying thing in the face of every major disaster is that the speed of distributing silver can't keep up with the speed of disaster relief."
Yinreng nodded in agreement.
"But I'm the God of Wealth standing there. As soon as I sense something's wrong, I'll use my own money to do something. As long as the local officials cooperate in other aspects, it'll be perfectly fine. Second Brother, what do you think of this idea?"
Yinreng's gaze toward Yintang was full of complex emotions.
That would be good, of course.
Even if the money is given to Yinzhen later, it would still be excellent.
"I will give you a warrant and a private seal. If you find anything amiss, immediately seek assistance from the local government."
When Yinzhen saw that Yinreng not only agreed with his idea but also fully supported him, he was immediately encouraged.
As the current God of Wealth, is money what he lacks now?
It is the trust and promotion of those in power.
Even if he were to become a prince in the future, there is still a huge difference between a prince who is idle and a prince who has real power.
"Thank you for your trust, Second Brother. I will return to my residence to make preparations and depart shortly."
After seeing Yintang off, Yinreng began to make corresponding arrangements in advance.
If a snow disaster were to actually occur, he could immediately make arrangements for the aftermath, which would be considered as doing his best.
Outside the study, He Yuzhu saw Guarjia Shi carrying Hongxi and immediately stepped forward to pay his respects, "This servant greets the Crown Princess and the young prince."
Lady Guarjia glanced at the closed door and asked softly, "Is His Highness the Crown Prince alright?"
He Yuzhu thought about how confident Yin Tang looked when he left, and figured it must be pretty good.
Before he could reply, Yinreng's voice came from inside.
"Are you the Crown Princess? Please come in."
He Yuzhu stepped forward to open the door, and Guarjia carried Hongxi inside. They saw Yinreng leisurely drinking tea, not at all like someone who was busy.
"Oh, you've brought Hongxi here." As soon as Yinreng saw Hongxi, he immediately reached out his hand, and Lady Guarjia promptly placed the child in his arms.
“Hongxi, your father has done a lot of things these past two days.”
Tell me about it.
Yinreng: Isn't your attitude a bit too arrogant?
“A few days ago, my father had a dream that there was a snow disaster in the south.”
As Yinreng spoke, he kept an eye on Hongxi's expression and saw that the other man's eyes widened immediately.
[Oh my god, Father actually dreamed about this! Could it be that Father has been reborn?]
“But Father has never heard of a snow disaster in the south since he was a child. This matter concerns the safety of countless people. Father was at a loss as to how to handle this matter.”
[Father, don't worry. If I remember correctly, the disaster will occur a few days before New Year's Eve, but because of the New Year celebrations, the news won't reach the capital until after the holiday.]
Yinreng was surprised that Hongxi even remembered the exact time. Did he remember the exact location of the disaster?
"After discussing it with your Ninth Uncle, your father decided to send him south first. If he finds anything amiss, he should immediately work with the local government to carry out disaster relief work. This way, we can help the local people get through the crisis and also shut up those court officials."
Hongxi listened intently, his eyes suddenly becoming somewhat vacant, as if he were recalling something.
If I remember correctly, the snow disaster occurred in...
Yinreng pricked up his ears, wishing he could press them against Hongxi's heart.
Suzhou.
Yinreng immediately tucked Hongxi into Guarjia's arms and strode quickly outside.
"You go back first. I suddenly remembered that I have some things to take care of."
Watching Yinreng's departing figure, Guarjia and Hongxi in her arms exchanged a glance, both with expressions that were hard to describe.
Meanwhile, in the residence of the Ninth Prince.
As Yinzhen was discussing some matters with the steward, a young eunuch stumbled in, saying, "Your Highness, the Crown Prince has arrived."
Yinzhen suddenly stood up. Why did his second brother suddenly come?
He had just entered the courtyard when Yinreng hurriedly walked in and, without saying a word, dragged him into the study.
He Yuzhu was about to follow when the door slammed shut, blocking his way.
Yinreng looked at Yintang with unwavering determination, "Suzhou, it's Suzhou."
Yinzhen was taken aback at first, but then he understood. He didn't ask why it was Suzhou, but nodded heavily.
"Second brother, rest assured, I will set off for Suzhou tomorrow. I will also send a message to the merchants there, asking them to prepare the necessary supplies, and to make sure that the losses and public resentment are minimized."
Yinreng patted Yintang on the shoulder, "Do a good job, I believe in you."
Because of Yinreng's words, Yintang made a plan overnight.
Not only did they send a letter to Suzhou, instructing them to prepare the necessary supplies, but they also sent letters to merchants in several neighboring areas, asking them to prepare for a continuous supply of goods throughout the winter.
With everything prepared, it was already dawn when he set off. Ignoring the steward's advice, he rode off on a fast horse, full of fighting spirit.
On the city gate, the morning breeze, carrying a chill, ruffled Yinreng's hair.
He watched the figure disappear into the distance, his heart and eyes burning with passion.
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