Chapter 1126 Testing

Zhou Shuren and the Emperor were in a private room on the second floor. The Emperor sat down and asked, "I just heard Lord Yu speak without an accent. I didn't know that and thought Lord Yu was not an envoy but a minister of our dynasty."

After hearing this, Zhou Shuren glanced at Lord Yu. Not only did he not have an accent, but even his appearance and temperament were very similar. You know, he had met many envoys, including some from neighboring countries. Even though his hair was black, his temperament could not deceive people. He was obviously a foreigner at first glance.

Lord Yu was not panicked at all, and replied with a smile: "Really? I didn't even notice it myself."

The emperor looked deeply at Lord Yu, then turned his head and watched the opera being performed.

Chang Yi had no right to speak at this time. He just sat there obediently, but he was very crazy in his heart. He actually got to sit with the emperor and watch a play one day, and sit so close to him. He felt like he was dreaming just thinking about it.

Zhou Shuren didn't like listening to opera. Seeing the emperor tapping the table with his fingertips, Zhou Shuren chatted casually, "Lord Yu has visited many places in the capital."

Yu Yin seemed to be so absorbed in the show that he replied a little slowly, "Yes, I have visited quite a few places."

Zhou Shuren asked Changyi with a smile, "Can you take Lord Yu to have a look around Rongyuan?"

Changyi, "We've been there. We walked along the way."

Zhou Shuren continued to say to Yu Yin, "Rong Garden was built by the Emperor and will become a royal garden in the future. If Lord Yu comes at the end of next year, it may be completed. Then you will have the opportunity to visit the garden."

Yu Yin's hands froze, "Really? Unfortunately, I am old now. I suffered a lot during this trip to the sea. I won't have the chance to come back in the future."

Zhou Shuren's eyes deepened, "That's such a pity. Rongyuan has a history."

Changyi looked at his father in confusion. Why did his father mention Rongyuan so strongly?

Yu Yin seemed to be very interested, "Oh?"

Zhou Shuren whispered, "Rong Garden was originally the residence of the Rong family in the previous dynasty. It was destroyed by a fire. The emperor kept the place when he founded the dynasty, hoping to see if there were any living Rong family members. Unfortunately, after so many years, the Rong family seemed to have been wiped out. In order to commemorate the Rong family, the emperor built Rong Garden and named the garden after Rong, the Rong family's son."

Yuyun groaned, then lowered his legs, "I'm getting old, my legs aren't as good anymore, and my legs are cramping."

Zhou Shuren smiled, then stopped talking and turned to watch the opera being performed. He had no appreciation for it and only thought the sound of the opera was annoying. However, the emperor liked it, so he endured the suffering.

They say it is an honor to accompany the emperor, bah, he really doesn't want it.

However, Zhou Shuren felt that he had gained a lot today. Lord Yu, to be honest, he didn't pay much attention to the envoys at first and didn't even ask his son about it. Now he can ask his son more when he goes back.

The emperor was a little distracted. To be honest, even if Lord Yu hadn't come across him, he would have found an opportunity to meet him, because the country where Lord Yu was located was exactly the overseas location of the Rong family. He had already sent people to investigate, and the investigators had not returned yet, but the envoy had arrived first.

He let Zhou Shuren test him directly. His mind had been on Lord Yu just now. He could see clearly that Lord Yu had been unnatural several times. Even if he was not a member of the Rong family, he was related to the Rong family.

In a play, the four people sitting there were all absent-minded, each thinking about something.

After a scene ended, the emperor stood up and said, "I have something else to do, so I will return to the palace first."

Zhou Shuren hurriedly asked, "Your Majesty, can I go home?"

The emperor looked at Zhou Changyi and agreed, "Yes."

Lord Yu hurriedly stood up to greet the emperor. After the emperor left, Lord Yu said, "I am old. I have been out for a while and I am very tired. I will go back first."

Zhou Shuren smiled and said, "I will send someone to escort you back now."

After Lord Yu left, Chang Yi and his father sat in their own carriage. "Dad, is there something wrong with Lord Yu?"

Zhou Shuren: "Well, it's a big problem."

Sometimes, straightforward temptation is very useful, especially for an old fox. The more roundabout the temptation is, the more experienced the old fox is. On the contrary, straightforward temptation can touch people's hearts.

Chang Yi was a little confused, "A spy?"

Zhou Shuren smiled, "No, tell me about Lord Yu's situation and family."

Chang Yi also felt that his response just now was a bit silly, and cleared his throat, "This Lord Yu's family is very large, but it has gradually declined. A hundred years ago, there were many officials in the court, but now there are only a few. This diplomatic mission seems to be something Lord Yu's family fought for."

Zhou Shuren was already satisfied with the news. Not surprisingly, the Yu family was the Rong family overseas. If Rongyuan had not been established and Changyi had not been sent on a diplomatic mission, the overseas Rong family would still not send anyone back.

When he got home, Zhou Shuren walked briskly. He had nearly half a day off, and he loved having a day off. He hummed a tune as he went back to see his wife.

Chang Yi quickly reached out and pulled his father's clothes, "Dad, don't leave in a hurry. Your son has something to ask you."

Zhou Shuren, "Let go first."

Chang Yi let go of his hand with a dry laugh, "My son grabbed it himself."

Zhou Shuren snorted. He didn't believe it and still didn't change his direction. "It's okay for your mother to hear it."

Chang Yi, "......."

This old man sticks to my mother all the time.

In the main courtyard, Zhulan had rested and was reading a book when she heard footsteps. "Why are you two back together?"

Zhou Shuren briefly explained what had happened, then sat aside and took the book from his wife's hand, "Are you reading pharmacology again?"

Zhulan hummed, "I read it carefully, it's quite interesting."

Zhou Shuren put down the book and asked Changyi, "What do you want to ask?"

Chang Yi sat up straight and said, "My son has learned a lot during this mission. I think the slaves brought by foreign merchants should be strictly controlled."

Zhou Shuren raised his eyebrows, "What did you see?"

Chang Yi frowned, "My son has seen many foreign merchants treating slaves like animals. Beating and scolding are the least of their punishments. The food and things they use are the worst. Some slaves have even gotten sick and infected the locals. So my son thinks we should control them and not let these slaves come into contact with the people of the port."

Zhulan looked at Changyi and smiled. Changyi had eyes that were good at discovering things and a keen sense of crisis.

Zhou Shuren stroked his beard and said, "Don't worry. The Imperial Hospital is already preparing to set up inspection offices near all seaports next year."

Chang Yi was stunned for a moment, "Imperial Hospital?"

Zhou Shuren smiled and nodded, "Yes, it is the Imperial Hospital. A medical department has been set up in the Imperial Hospital, and doctors from all over the country can be mobilized. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has already noticed what you found, and has specially planned an area in the harbor."

So, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is really good, and he will be a good emperor after he succeeds to the throne.

Chang Yi was a little depressed, "Son, I think I can take some credit."

Zhulan smiled and said, "You are already very good."

Chang Yi perked up, "Mom, is my son really that great?"

"Well, my son has just entered the official career and has achieved such political achievements. I am optimistic about you."

Chang Yi no longer felt disappointed, he was young.

Inside the palace, the emperor called Shi Qing over and said, "Send someone to keep a close eye on Yu Yin."