Zhu Yunying smiled and said, "What you say makes sense, my dear minister. Some things have to be done. Even if it's thankless and the gains don't outweigh the losses, it still has to be done. Governing the Yellow and Huai Rivers is something that must be done. It's not only beneficial to the Ming Dynasty, but also a contribution for future generations. I don't trust anyone else to do it during this period, so I can only entrust it to you, my dear minister!"
The matter is now completely settled; all that remains is to discuss it further in court. However, this court meeting seems more like a formality, as the decision was made long ago.
Watching Yan Zhenzhi leave, Zhu Yunying felt a sense of loss. His trusted confidants were about to embark on some significant tasks. Perhaps the opportunities to see Yan Zhenzhi would become increasingly rare, and Zhu Yunying should consider finding another reliable person to manage the Ministry of Works.
Of the six ministries, Zhu Yunying first took control of the Ministry of Works. Over the years, Zhu Yunying invested a great deal of manpower and resources in the Ministry of Works, and indeed reaped considerable benefits.
Zhu Yunying will undoubtedly continue to prioritize the Ministry of Works, as he understands the importance of science and technology. He knows that advanced technology can bring greater benefits to the Ming Dynasty, making it more prosperous and powerful, and ensuring that more people have enough to eat and wear.
However, the reliable Minister of Works may soon be replaced.
Zhu Yunying no longer indulged in melancholy; he had come to terms with many things. Or rather, at times, Zhu Yunying didn't care about certain matters; as long as it benefited the Ming Dynasty, he was willing to disregard them.
Making choices was not difficult for Zhu Yunying at all. He knew what he should do and what kind of judgment a qualified emperor should make!
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