"Propose a marriage? What propose a marriage?" Li Yuanzhao raised his head, his cheeks bulging.
Fang Zheng met Emperor Jing's gaze and laughed awkwardly: "Shall I make some more preparations?"
"What are you talking about, old man?"
"Your Highness eats meat."
Emperor Jing did not say anything, but ate the skewers quietly, but there was a mysterious expression on his face.
The power of heaven is indeed unpredictable, and Fang Zheng was puzzled.
What's wrong? What's wrong? Why are you still refusing to speak?
However, Li Yuanzhao was staring at him now, so he couldn't ask any more questions. Fang Zhengyi could only lower his head and continue grilling skewers.
Suddenly, Li Yuanzhao quietly poked him twice, leaned over and whispered, "Old Fang, what are you talking about with the emperor?"
"Since you can't have a child, I'll give you another one."
A trace of blood gradually climbed up Li Yuanzhao's face. He glanced at Emperor Jing angrily and continued in a low voice: "Why are you in such a hurry? It's not time yet. What does it have to do with you?"
"I am also concerned about Your Highness. My position as Chancellor is still up to you. How can I not be worried?"
Li Yuanzhao curled his lips and continued in a low voice: "Don't worry about this, we are going to go hunting. Liu Jin has almost made the arrangements. When are you going to tell father?"
"What are you two whispering about? Do you have anything to say behind my back?" Emperor Jing's eyes moved back and forth between the two of them.
Fang Zheng raised his head and cleared his throat, saying, "Your Highness felt that Your Majesty was working hard day and night and was afraid that His Majesty might be hurt. So he discussed with me and wanted to make Your Majesty happy."
Since the hunting ground is already prepared, we can use our firearms!
Now is also a good time for a private meeting.
Emperor Jing was a little surprised when he heard this. He glanced at the crown prince and asked, "Oh? What do you want to do?"
Li Yuanzhao immediately said, "Hunting! I think it has been a long time since your father went hunting, so this is a good opportunity to relax and unwind."
"Yes, Your Majesty. Hunting is good for your health... Besides, the gunpowder weapons in Taoyuan County have been manufactured but have not yet been sent to the capital. I would like to take this opportunity to use them for actual combat."
"Have the gunpowder weapons been completed? How powerful are they?" When it comes to weapons, Emperor Jing's energy and spirit are immediately mobilized.
When it comes to gunpowder, it has always been a concern of his.
Before Fang Zheng came to Beijing, he had heard about the power of gunpowder to split mountains and rocks. Now, after several years, he finally had the chance to see it in person.
Fang Zhengyi didn't rush to answer directly. "Your Majesty, please allow me to keep it a secret for now. How about letting the archers compete with firearms when we go out hunting?"
"There is more than one type of gunpowder weapon. I need to select a venue in advance to practice in front of Your Majesty. You can also invite all officials to watch."
Emperor Jing smiled and said, "Are you keeping me in suspense again? Well, I have waited for years and I don't mind a few days. I will do as you say and pick a good day to go hunting in the hunting grounds. However, the hunting grounds have been abandoned for a long time and there may be no prey. We need to make some preparations in advance."
"Your son has already made all the arrangements! Just waiting for your father to come!" Li Yuanzhao couldn't wait to take credit.
The result was only a fierce glare from Emperor Jing: "Okay, it seems you have planned this in advance!"
"No business, you use your skills for me every day?! People say that a brave general starts from humble beginnings. I have indulged you among the common people for so long, how come you still haven't made any progress?"
Li Yuanzhao pursed his lips and cried out in grievance.
Fang Zhengyi quickly came out to help: "Your Majesty, Your Highness led the troops to attack the Hundred Households Office this time, and he used the troops like a god."
"Although I brought 600 people with me, I still divided them into three groups. Two of them surrounded the 100-household garrison from the front and back. Another group of people from Qiaozhuangcheng was prepared to hide in the crowd and launch a surprise attack. If there weren't so many people coming today, and if I wasn't afraid of hurting them, I wouldn't be able to defend the 1,000-household garrison even if I had a group of 1,000!"
"Your Highness was able to think calmly and plan properly even though you had an absolute advantage. This is better than many people!"
"Really?" Emperor Jing suddenly felt a little happy.
He knew Li Yuanzhao's personality. He was always in a hurry and careless about everything he did.
What arrangements do we need to make when we are leading 600 men to attack the Hundred Households Office? I'm afraid they will just rush in like a swarm!
"More real than pearls!" Fang Zheng patted his chest and assured, "Your Majesty, you can ask anyone among those people."
Emperor Jing suddenly realized and nodded unconsciously.
Since you dare to say such a thing, it must be true.
"Even a lion uses all its strength to fight a rabbit. Throughout history, there have been countless battles where the outnumbered side defeated the larger side. You have done well in this regard." Emperor Jing praised the prince with a calm expression.
Li Yuanzhao showed his two rows of white teeth and began to smile foolishly, but the smile was fleeting.
Emperor Jing changed the subject and said, "But you still have to be punished for what happened tonight. Don't think you can get away with it."
"Mr. Fang, the Ministry of War reported yesterday that the ship that was pursuing the King of Wu has returned. I have been feeling quite irritated these past two days, so it would be nice to go out for a walk."
Emperor Jing quietly dropped this news, which was like a thunderbolt in Fang Zheng's ears.
Fang Zheng asked hurriedly, "Such great news, why didn't I hear it at the court meeting today? Have you caught up with him?"
Emperor Jing shook his head. "The Ministry of War presented it directly to me. I just discussed it with the Cabinet. The navy gained nothing. I'm afraid they have already fled too far to be caught up. Moreover, we know nothing about their route or destination."
Fang Zhengyi was secretly delighted and said, "Then your majesty should expand the navy and encourage shipbuilding! Then catch them later. If we let the rebels escape, wouldn't it be a national humiliation?"
"The national treasury is rich this year, and we may not be able to spend much on shipbuilding. However, the cost of maintaining ships and soldiers is huge. Do you want me to raid the homes of ministers every year to add an expense out of thin air?" Emperor Jing said.
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