Chapter 281 Concealment gave me a big surprise
Beigong You remained calm while listening to the discussion below. "Penglai Island was indeed a barren land before. The Dongyi people were barbaric and uncivilized. The Beiliang people could not coexist with them and could not land on the island, so naturally they could not develop Penglai Island. Since I took it down three years ago, I sent the Shenying Army to the island to open up the wasteland and educate the Dongyi people. After studying the terrain, I decided to adapt to local conditions and develop industries such as salt drying, metallurgy and fishing on the island."
"After three years of governance, Penglai Island is no longer a wild place. Now the people on the island are simple and honest, and they live and work in peace and contentment. The crude salt produced on the island has been sold to all parts of Beiliang. The output is considerable, and it can be regarded as a rich place."
Beigong You took out an account book from his arms and handed it to Sun Shanghai.
"I have recorded all the expenses on the island, and your Majesty can check it."
Sun Changhai presented the account book to Emperor Ming, who looked at it carefully and his expression became more serious.
Upon seeing this, Beigong Yu looked at Beigong You deeply and clenched his palms.
Beigong You actually had this trick up his sleeve.
And avoided his detection!
I thought he would send some food like the King of Qi did, but he didn't even mention anything about food.
How many things is this sickly guy hiding from them?
Even Lin Miaoyin was a little surprised and subconsciously looked at Beigong You twice more.
I didn't expect he had such a big trump card hidden.
Although I don't know whether the Penglai of this era is the same place as the Penglai of later generations, but from what he said, today's Penglai Island is surrounded by mountains and the sea, has a prosperous economy, and is a livable place.
When she finds Fanfan, it would be nice to settle down in Penglai.
Thinking of this, she couldn't help but curl the corners of her mouth.
Her expression did not escape Beigong You's sight, and the corners of his mouth also softened.
Does she think that this birthday gift is a good one?
"Put it away." After reading the account book, Emperor Ming handed it to Sun Changhai.
He narrowed his eyes and looked at Beigong You again, his expression gloomy and unclear, "Prince Ning really gave me a big surprise."
He had already sent people to the island three years ago, but never mentioned it.
It's fine if he made the decision on his own, but he also concealed the truth. What did he want to do? If he was in good health, would he never mention the Penglai incident?
Emperor Ming's heart sank, and his disgust grew stronger.
Beigong You knew that Emperor Ming was wary, so he said calmly, "After I took over this island three years ago, I made a careful survey of it. Penglai Island is a good place that is easy to defend but difficult to attack. It can block the Northern Di from above and overlook Dayan from below."
"I have already rearranged the city defenses. If the Northern Di want to attack Northern Liang again in the future, they will definitely pay a heavy price. As for Dayan, Yan State and Penglai Island are far away from each other. Every move of the three cities in the north of Dayan is under our eyes. The existence of Penglai Island is like a knife on Dayan's neck. They will never dare to start a war easily."
Beigong Yu looked unhappy and accused, "Such a big thing, Fourth Brother is only talking about it now, are you planning something in secret?"
Beigong You has given his father a sharp sword!
Will the emperor change his opinion of Beigong You because of Penglai Island... and thus threaten his position?
"Sixth brother, you misunderstood. Fourth brother has always been prudent in doing things. He would never hide anything, and would never overstep the mark." Beigong Shu's face was gentle, and he seemed to be speaking for Beigong You, but if you tasted it carefully, there was a bit of sarcasm in his expression.
"Yes, fourth brother is not that kind of person!" Beigong Yi blindly supported Beigong You.
As soon as she turned around, she looked at him impatiently and asked, "Fourth Brother, Fourth Brother, what delicious food is there in Penglai? Is the seafood fresh?"
“…Yeah, it’s OK.”
"Hey, you should have let me open up the wasteland. Maybe I could have developed some food industry."
Beigong You: “…”
Lin Miaoyin: "..."
If such a foodie goes there, the Dongyi people will be scared.
"You two should stop saying good things for him. He kept it secret for three years before reporting it. He must have had some selfish motives!" Beigong Yu shook his sleeves in anger.
"Why should soldiers plan for their country in secret? I have written to the emperor many times, but I have never received his reply. The situation in Beiliang was urgent at that time, and I dared not delay. I had to start the construction first. If you want to blame me, I will accept the punishment." Beigong You knelt down and apologized to Emperor Ming.
Emperor Ming's head sank slightly, and he remembered that Beigong You had submitted a memorial about the Penglai Island incident.
Penglai was a wild place at that time, and Beigong You could not understand what he meant.
After reading his proposal, he put it aside and forgot to approve it over time.
I didn't expect that he would actually succeed.
"Get up, I don't mean to blame you."
Emperor Ming was quite pleased with the gift and said, "You have done a good job."
According to Beigong You, with Penglai, Beidi and Dayan are no longer a threat, which solves a major problem.
Moreover, the island’s revenue can cover the national treasury’s expenditure for nearly half a year.
Penglai Island far exceeded his expectations!
He didn't expect that his sick and dying son would give him such a big surprise.
He glanced at his other sons out of the corner of his eye, feeling a little disappointed.
Why him?
"Prince Ning is wise, and the emperor is enlightened!" The court officials admired Beigong You more and more.
With King Ning in Beiliang, even Dayan doesn't dare to invade easily, not to mention the barbarians in Beidi.
What a pity... for Prince Ning’s health.
God is jealous of talented people.
Some upright court officials stood up and said, "Your Majesty, Prince Ning devoted his life to Beiliang and died for it. It is a blessing for the court. If Prince Ning can recover, we Beiliang will not be afraid of these villains."
"I hope Prince Ning will recover soon and protect our Northern Liang kingdom!"
Emperor Ming glanced at Beigong You. At this moment, he could barely even stand. His back, which was always as straight as a pine tree, was now hunched. There was no trace of his former demeanor as the god of war.
Even if you dislike him, as long as Beigong You is around, the Beiliang border will be stable.
He pondered and said, "Sun Changhai, give the deep mountain ganoderma lucidum, century-old ginseng, and Tianshan snow lotus that you just presented to King Ning."
After Emperor Ming allocated a portion of the birthday gifts from various places to Beigong You, he asked Lin Miaoyin, "Princess Ning, how is Prince Ning doing?"
Lin Miaoyin knew that Emperor Ming disliked Beigong You and seldom cared about his health. He mentioned it now only because Beigong You presented the Penglai treasure land and in the atmosphere of care from the court officials, he just asked casually.
Beigong You on the side had a calm expression on his face, as if he no longer expected fatherly love.
She glanced at the queen again, and seeing that her expression did not change, she lost her fear and answered truthfully, "Reporting to the emperor, the prince is out of energy and blood, and his body is seriously damaged. As for the cause of the disease, it is still unclear. Not long ago, he coughed up blood repeatedly, and the situation is very dangerous..."
She paused, her expression solemn, "I can only do my best."
Emperor Ming hummed, his face showing no emotion. "Prince Ning has fought for Beiliang for many years, and brought peace and prosperity to Beiliang. He is a meritorious official of Beiliang. Please take good care of Prince Ning's health."
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