Jiang Sheng agreed with his words, "Big Brother is right. My Jiang family has killed too many people for Dagan. We will live a peaceful life from now on. Anyone who dares to offend us will not be spared."
"There's one more thing. The Northern Wasteland is vast, and there might be mines there. Someone needs to do this in the future, secretly mining and smelting iron."
"Oh, there will be so much to do, I won't be able to handle it in two parts."
Jiang Ling took a sip of tea with the cup in his hand and said softly, "It's okay. I have plans for the selection of people for this matter. Naturally, they will all be people I trust, and they will provide food, weapons, soldiers, road construction, and so on."
"These things are being carried out simultaneously, and arrangements will be made when the time comes."
Jiang Sheng hummed, and thinking of the food in the space, his face showed a bitter expression: "Brother, I have to go in to work. If you have something to do, please leave first and don't wait for me here."
"Okay, how long will it take?"
"...I don't know. Roughly speaking, it will take two or three days. After that, I have to sow the seeds and wait for the next batch. Anyway, I'm very busy. I have to harvest one crop every two weeks."
Jiang Ling laughed dumbly and said casually, "Okay, San'er, you've worked hard. Just bear with it for now. Once we get out of the capital, I'll find a way for you to get the food out."
Jiang Sheng nodded, and disappeared with a thought.
It's already hot in early May.
Only a few people were left in the Marquis's mansion, and all the others went to the Northern Wilderness. The family belongings alone filled twenty carriages, not to mention the seats for the masters.
The team marched out of the city gate in a mighty manner, and many officials from the court came to see them off.
The common people stood on both sides of the official road and watched, wiping away tears from time to time, their eyes full of reluctance.
Jiang Baichuan rode on his horse and glanced at the people at the city gate with a relieved smile on his face. This departure was a new life, and he really shouldn't be so sad.
With a wave of the hand, the team began to move, slowly moving away from the capital.
The officials looked at him for a long time and sighed, "After this separation, I don't know when we will meet again. I heard that the Marquis recently visited the Duke. I wonder if they talked about anything."
"Why do you have to go so far? Wouldn't it be better to stay near the capital?"
The old Duke stroked his beard, his eyes twinkling as he smiled and said, "What else can I say? It's just a sentimental parting, a few drinks to ease some regrets."
"Lao Jiang was in southern Xinjiang for those years. He came back this time and after just a few drinks, he passed away again."
"Well, all good things must come to an end. Let's go back, so we don't stay here too long and risk being impeached by someone else."
The prince stood beside the old Duke and whispered, "Dad, will the Jiang family return to the capital in the future? Seeing how much they're making, it seems like they don't plan to come back."
The old Duke curled his lips, his tone carrying some profound meaning.
"Things in life are unpredictable, and many things cannot be concluded early. If you want to go out and gain experience in the future, why not go to the Northern Wasteland..."
"Ah, the Northern Wilderness is where several countries meet. I heard bandits are rampant and it's very chaotic. Dad, if you let me go there, I'm a little scared. My mediocre skills are really not enough."
The prince said with a frank look.
The old Duke patted his arm and said casually, "Then practice more. You can't be trapped in the capital for the rest of your life. Go out more often and see the scenery of the mountains and rivers so that you won't regret it."
*
At the same time, in the imperial garden of the palace, Emperor Gan was sitting in the pavilion, drinking tea leisurely with a happy look on his face.
Now that the military power has been taken back, the stone in my heart has fallen. How can I not be happy? As for the Jiang family, they can leave if they want to, but as long as they don't leave Dagan, everything else will be easy to deal with.
The prince sat opposite with his head lowered, looking very reserved and trembling slightly, and he was hesitant to play chess.
Emperor Gan glanced at him and sneered, "The prince is too soft-hearted. How can he check and balance the court in the future? How can he be the emperor of such a great country? It has always been difficult to be an emperor."
"...Father is right in teaching me that I am incompetent."
"Forget it, you are still young, there is no need to rush."
Emperor Gan was in a good mood, so he naturally didn't bother with him too much. He said in a relaxed tone, "Prince, do you know why I agreed to let them leave the capital? And why did I choose the Northern Wilderness as their fiefdom?"
The Crown Prince lowered his eyes, his mind a little confused, and said cautiously, "In reply to Father, the Jiang family's reputation is too high now. If they remain in the capital, they will easily form cliques and threaten the imperial power."
"Anything else?"
"…Reply, Father, I am a fool."
Emperor Gan's lips curled slightly as he said lightly, "It's indeed stupid. The condition for agreeing to their departure was military power. Taking back military power is the goal. As for going to the Northern Wilderness, it was to squeeze the Jiang family dry."
"The Northern Wilds are too chaotic. The imperial court is unable to manage them even if they want to. In the past, every official sent out either died on the way or at the hands of bandits."
"It would be a shame to abandon it, but keeping it would produce too little food to be worth it. Furthermore, it happens to be at the border of several countries. I have always wanted someone to govern it, but unfortunately, I don't have the ability."
Thinking of this, Emperor Gan laughed, his eyes full of pride. He felt that God was blessing him because he was the weakest in the battle for the throne.
But unfortunately, all nine died, leaving only him, and his father's throne had to be given to him. It seems that he was blessed by God.
The Crown Prince understood what he said and complimented him, "Father, you are wise. You have killed two birds with one stone. I admire you. You have taken back the military power and governed the Northern Wilderness."
"No, it should be said that it is a three-carved piece. Since it is Lord Jiang's fiefdom, there is no need to pay military pay or anything like that. This can save Father a lot of money."
Upon hearing this, Emperor Gan laughed out loud, with a look of admiration in his eyes.
"Very good, very good. The Crown Prince is able to see this point. He is much better than before. I am very pleased."
"The Jiang family is loyal to me, so it's best for me to let them govern the Northern Wasteland. If it succeeds, I can take it back later. If it fails, the loss will also be to the Jiang family. I will not suffer any loss in the end."
Upon hearing this, the Crown Prince's face was filled with admiration, and he whispered, "Father, you are wise. I am far too stupid and dull."
Emperor Gan nodded with satisfaction. It was okay to be a little dull, as long as he didn't have any bad thoughts. He didn't want to experience another fight for the throne while he was alive.
Just thinking about the bloody scenes in front of me makes me breathless...
The young eunuch trotted over and whispered in Jinzhong's ear.
Jinzhong's eyes lit up, and he walked over with a smile on his face, saying respectfully, "Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty! Concubine Lan is pregnant, and it's been over two months."
Emperor Gan said in disbelief, "Really? I am so lucky to have a child at my age.
"Your Majesty, it is absolutely true. Xiao Dezi just came to report that the imperial physician has confirmed that it is undoubtedly a pregnancy."
"Haha, very good, very good. Come, follow me to see Lan Jieyu."
The prince looked at their backs, the smile on his face slowly faded, he lowered his head to glance at the chessboard, his eyes full of mockery, picked up a chess piece and put it down, watching the chess game that could be completely broken with one move.
His face still had that timid look on it. He casually messed up the chessboard, his eyes calm, "Put the chess pieces away. Father has important matters to attend to right now. I will be leaving first."
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