The special imperial envoy finally arrived. What Ning Fan didn't expect was that this person turned out to be Cheng Dong, the son of Cheng Wei, the chief minister of the dynasty.
This was an old acquaintance. The moment Ning Fan saw Cheng Dong, he was even stunned.
"Your Highness Qingwang, you didn't expect it to be me, did you?"
Cheng Dong's skin was wheat-colored, and he opened his mouth, revealing his snow-white teeth.
Ning Fan nodded and smiled bitterly: "I really didn't guess that!"
"Is your father in good health?"
The first thing Ning Fan thought of was Chief Assistant Cheng Wei.
The chief minister of the empire has devoted his life to turning the tide. Unfortunately, he can only watch the empire slide into the abyss.
"Still have some conscience."
In the silent carriage, a woman's voice suddenly came out.
Then the curtain opened, and Ning Fan saw Cheng Yueying in a goose-yellow dress walking out with a smile.
"Why are you here too?"
The smile on Ning Fan's face could not be concealed at all.
"Why can't I come?"
Cheng Yueying walked slowly, walking like a kitten.
Ning Fan had finally let go of what he had been holding on to.
It seems that the arrival of the special envoy to Jiangzhou was not entirely the work of the prince. At least Cheng Wei also played a huge role in it.
Cheng Dong was wearing official uniform and already had a touch of official authority. The look on his face was always serious, and he did not relax even after entering the living room.
"Little sister, you go and play first. Your Highness and I have something to say."
Cheng Dong said seriously.
Cheng Yueying naturally did not accept this trick: "Brother, what do you mean? You just say what you want, are you afraid that I will eavesdrop?"
Cheng Dong finally broke through, looked at Ning Fan helplessly and said: "Your Highness, look at my sister, I really can't do anything to her."
Ning Fan just smiled and nodded: "How is the situation in Kyoto?"
"The southeastern granary was taken over by the rebels, and now the people in the capital are starving!"
Cheng Dong said with a grimace.
Ning Fan was so frightened that he was speechless for a long time.
He never expected that things would deteriorate to this point.
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is also ill. It is said that he has a headache! It has been a mess lately, an unimaginable mess. I have lived for more than twenty years and I have never seen Dakang like this."
Cheng Dong was so emotionally involved that he almost burst into tears.
Ning Fan broke away from the initial shock and his expression gradually calmed down.
It’s not surprising that Dakang is in the chaos it is today.
In fact, to put it bluntly, the lifeblood of Dakang is not controlled by the imperial court, but by several major families and nobles behind it.
These clans controlled the officials and the emperor to fight against each other. Year after year of internal strife led to the current situation in Dakang.
The clan is the culprit and the source of evil.
They annexed large amounts of land and monopolized resources, and exploited the people with greed to the maximum extent, so that now wars are raging and rebels are everywhere.
"Then what do you mean by coming here this time?"
Ning Fan asked tentatively.
"Your Majesty heard that His Highness is developing well in Jiangzhou and has trained an army, so... I would like to ask His Highness to lead troops to put down the rebellion."
"At least, we must rush to the outskirts of the capital to set up defenses before the thieves arrive, otherwise the consequences will be disastrous."
Cheng Dong said urgently.
Ning Fan touched his chin and said nothing for a long time. He neither agreed nor refused, but just remained silent.
Cheng Dong's psychological quality naturally could not survive Ning Fan. Seeing Ning Fan's silence, he finally couldn't help but said: "My father also said that if His Highness does not take action, then the imperial court will most likely be completely ruined this time. ! When the border army is defeated, Dakang will be completely finished."
Although Cheng Dong spoke impassionedly, Ning Fan remained calm enough.
He is now extremely grateful for the decision he made.
If he had not come to Jiangzhou and spent several months to gain a foothold here after enduring unimaginable hardships, the consequences would have been unpredictable.
As the saying goes, if you have food in your hands, you won't panic. With an army in your hands, Ning Fan can be considered strong now.
"Does your father know that if I make any move, I will fall into the prince's trap?"
"The wealth I have finally accumulated may be exhausted at any time!"
Ning Fan couldn't help but said.
"My father said that His Highness has to move! Otherwise, the saliva of everyone in the world can drown His Highness."
Cheng Dong said helplessly.
Ning Fan nodded: "It seems that the prince fell ill at the right time! I'm afraid that when the rebels and I fight to the death, the prince will recover!"
At this time, even a fool could hear what Ning Fan meant.
Cheng Dong broke out in cold sweat, and finally understood why the prince had to let him come.
It turns out that this is basically a serial scheme, a scheme within a scheme!
The funny thing is that I thought I had gotten such a good job, but in fact I just fell into a trap.
"Stop talking about it. This matter is far beyond your control. You need to rest first and let me think about it."
Ning Fan did not give an answer, but the answer had already been determined.
It is imperative to send troops.
The key is the current situation. How to maximize benefits is what Ning Fan should consider.
Cheng Dong was taken to the guest room to rest by Ergou, but Cheng Yueying stayed behind.
"Don't misunderstand my father, he doesn't want to stand with the prince!"
Cheng Yueying said hurriedly.
Ning Fan nodded: "Your father has seen through this game of chess. The outcome is destined to be the same no matter who you send."
"Your Highness, can you also lead troops in war?"
Cheng Yueying's face, as white as a porcelain doll, showed a bit of curiosity.
Ning Fan suddenly felt better: "Of course, I am a hero! A few days ago, he beat the shit out of the Jurchens and even compensated me with 100,000 cattle and sheep!"
"One hundred thousand?"
"You defeated the Jurchens?"
"Your Highness, are you crazy?"
Cheng Yueying's face was full of disbelief, and she even thought that Ning Fan was talking nonsense.
Ning Fan didn't bother to explain and asked Cheng Yueying, "Didn't you hear about it on the way?"
Cheng Yueying saw that Ning Fan was not joking, and finally her expression slowly turned from shock to surprise: "It seems that my worries are unnecessary! If you are so powerful, those rebels are no match for you."
"How is the weather in Kyoto? There is not enough food, what is everyone eating?"
Ning Fan was a little worried.
Xiao Lingxi is still in Kyoto, she is his future wife.
"It's not that serious! Your Majesty ordered my brother to transfer to Tianjiang just for this matter. He wanted to transport grain from Tianjiang and Youzhou to Beijing."
"Are you worried about Xiao Lingxi? You didn't even ask me."
Cheng Yueying pouted.
Ning Fan immediately softened his heart: "I care about everyone in Kyoto, including you."
Cheng Yueying then smiled: "Anyway, it's difficult for everyone now. I don't know what's wrong. There's a mess everywhere."
