In fact, on the way to Youzhou, Yang Qing realized that he was too strong and upright and did not know how to deal with the world in a tactful manner, which was why he ended up in his current situation.
The reason why he agreed to follow Ji Lie today was partly because he was moved by Ji Lie's words.
On the other hand, I also want to change my personality!
Thinking of today's conversation, Yang Qing couldn't help but sigh.
Ji Lie is only a teenager, and his vision is far beyond anything he knows. He is truly a genius!
Thinking that Ji Lie trusted him so much and directly gave him the power of the palace second only to him, Yang Qing became even more energetic!
He secretly swore in his heart that he would serve the prince loyally and assist him in achieving great achievements!
…
Ji Lie originally planned to let Yang Qing rest for a few more days.
Unexpectedly, he was similar to the workaholics of later generations. Early the next morning, he began to deal with the affairs of the palace.
I have to admit that Yang Qing is quite talented in domestic affairs.
The tens of thousands of acres of land purchased by Ji Lie were handed over to Deng Wei and others, who recruited people to cultivate them.
As a result, it took six or seven days of busy work before I managed to handle it properly.
This time, tens of thousands of acres of land were also copied from Yang Zhen's mansion, but Yang Qing handled it with ease.
In just three or two days, everything was arranged in an orderly manner without a trace of chaos!
After knowing all this, Ji Lie was also very pleased.
I really didn’t see the wrong person!
…
On this day, after the last few hundred acres were claimed, Yang Qing stretched himself.
Seeing that it was already noon, he smiled at Shen Wu beside him and said,
"It's been hard work for you to stay with me these past few days. Today I'm going to be my host and invite you to Zuiqingfeng for a feast!"
"Are you serious? Then I won't be polite!"
Shen Wu rubbed his hands and said with a smile,
“I’ve long heard that Zui Qingfeng’s dishes are one of a kind in Youzhou City, and today I finally have the chance to try them!”
The two of them tidied up for a while, and relying on the waist card given by Ji Lie, they left Gaolaozhuang and headed straight for Youzhou City.
But as soon as they reached the city gate and before they could enter the city, they heard a familiar voice,
"Teacher! Master Shen!"
The two were stunned for a moment and looked up, only to see a handsome scholar waving to them.
If he wasn't Duan Chang, Yang Qing's student, who was he?
"Duan Chang, why are you here?"
Yang Qing was quite happy after not seeing his disciple for a long time.
"The teacher has taken up the post of Prince's Housekeeper. Since the student is in Youzhou, how can he not come to visit?"
Duan Chang smiled and saluted Yang Qing.
"Have Teacher and Master Shen had a meal? If not, the students will hold a banquet in Zui Qingfeng, and it will be treated as a blessing for Teacher and you!"
"Haha, what a coincidence, your teacher and I were also preparing to go there."
Shen Wu laughed heartily.
"That's great, let's go there together!"
Duan Chang greeted the two of them warmly.
The three of them came to Zuiqingfeng together. Duan Chang said hello to the waiter and went straight to the private room on the second floor.
But when the private room door was pushed open, to Yang Qing and Shen Wu's surprise, there were three figures sitting inside.
"I've met Mr. Beidi, I've met Master Shen!"
The leader was Gongsunhe, with a yellow complexion and luxurious clothes.
On his left and right sides were Gongsun Qing and Yu Jing.
"Your Excellency?"
Yang Qing frowned slightly.
"I am Gongsun He, the Prime Minister of Youdi Kingdom. This is Yu Jing, the chief historian, and this is Gongsun Qing, the son of a dog."
Gongsunhe introduced with a smile,
"Have you met Mr. Beidi soon?"
"Meet Mr. Northland!"
"Mr. Beidi's name is like thunder in our ears. It is really a blessing for us to meet you today!"
Gongsun Qing and Yu Jing also greeted Yang Qing with a smile.
However, Yang Qing's brows furrowed deeper and deeper!
In the past few days with Ji Lie, he had already learned from Ji Lie that there was an incompatibility between the palace and Gongsun Qing!
Why did Gongsun Qing take the initiative to entertain him today?
Thinking of this, he looked at Duan Chang with a hint of displeasure in his eyes!
Duan Chang's heart skipped a beat and he quickly said bravely,
"Gongsun Guocheng and the others have admired their name for a long time. They knew that the teacher was coming to Youzhou City to take office, so they specially asked the students to invite the teacher to come to the banquet!"
"We have great admiration for Mr. Beidi. Mr. Beidi shouldn't blame me, right?"
Gongsunhe echoed.
There is a saying that one should not hit anyone with a smiling face. Gongsun He was so polite that Yang Qing could not say anything.
"Guocheng is welcome!"
Seeing Yang Qing and Shen Wu sitting down, Gongsun He breathed a sigh of relief.
He had long known that Yang Qing had taken office, but he never had the chance to contact Yang Qing.
Fortunately, Gongsun Qing and Duan Chang have some friendship.
So Gongsun He asked Gongsun Qing to go to Duan Chang for help, and finally succeeded in inviting Yang Qing out!
"Come here, get ready to serve!"
Gongsun He was about to call the waiter, but was stopped by Yang Qing.
"Presumably, the Prime Minister today is not just inviting me to dinner, right? If you have something to do, just say so!"
Gongsunhe frowned, a flash of displeasure flashed in his eyes.
This Yang Qing is just like the rumors, as smelly and hard as the stones in the latrine!
But that's fine, I just want to use his personality to deal with Ji Lie!
The unhappiness in his heart disappeared quickly, and he chuckled,
"To be honest, Mr. Yang, I really need your help!"
"But it doesn't matter. If I can help Guocheng, I will never refuse!"
Yang Qing said calmly.
"Hey, as the Prime Minister of the country, I should be on the side of the herdsmen and take care of the people's livelihood, but now I have encountered a big problem!"
Gongsunhe sighed and said it was difficult to do anything.
He paused for a moment, waiting for Yang Qing to ask.
After waiting for a while, Yang Qing had no intention of speaking.
Gongsunhe was a little embarrassed and had to continue,
"Since the death of Li Zhuo, the former palace keeper, no one has advised our Prince You."
"As a result, the prince's behavior became wanton."
"Not only are they cooperating with businesses in the city to run various businesses, but they are also secretly raising private soldiers!"
"All kinds of behaviors have gone beyond the rules and violated etiquette!"
"Fortunately, Mr. Yang arrived in time. The two of us can join forces to persuade the prince and let him return from his lost ways!"
Yang Qing touched his chin, pondered for a moment, and asked softly,
"Do you have any real evidence for what you said?"
"Well...not really!"
Gongsunhe shook his head honestly.
Ji Lie acted impeccably and didn't let him get any hold on him at all.
"In this case, Guocheng is slandering."
Yang Qing said calmly.
Gongsun He was slightly startled and said quickly,
"Although I have no evidence, as long as Mr. Yang goes to Gaolaozhuang outside the city and takes a walk, the truth will be revealed!"
Hearing this, Yang Qing showed a sarcastic smile.
"Guocheng doesn't know something. I just came out of Gaolaozhuang and I didn't see Guocheng's so-called private soldiers at all!"
As soon as these words came out, Gongsun He, Gongsun Qing and his son, and Yu Jing were all dumbfounded.
