Huandi, Zhenyang County.
The current governor of Zhenyang County is no longer Huang Su, but the former governor of Yuzhou County in Xuan Kingdom. His name is Zhou Shiqian.
This person's ability to govern the place was actually higher than that of Huang Su. He was about forty years old, thin and had a well-groomed beard on his chin. He was also from the Xuanguo gentry.
The official selection system before the Xuan Kingdom focused on virtue. Therefore, the people had excellent conduct, were strict in self-discipline, and were somewhat unsmiling.
However, when facing Xiao Yuan, Zhou Shiqian naturally did not dare to keep a straight face. Instead, he acted as a guide and led Xiao Yuan to many places.
It is now the spring plowing season, and the fields are full of busy farmers.
Xiao Yuan stood on a small high ground, Zhou Shiqian waited respectfully aside, and behind them were a large group of officials.
After looking around the surroundings, Xiao Yuan said casually: "Mr. Zhou arrived here not long ago, but he seems to be very familiar with everything in Zhenyang."
"I don't dare to hide it from your Majesty. Since I was appointed, I have learned about the changes in Huandi's policies and the urgent need to restore people's livelihood, so I have gone to the countryside several times to inspect the people's conditions, so I can serve as a temporary guide." Zhou Shiqian said.
Hearing this, Xiao Yuan was very satisfied and couldn't help but pointed at him and said in appreciation: "Our county governor should be like Mr. Zhou. If a local governor doesn't even know how many people there are under his jurisdiction, he doesn't even know the sentiments of the people. If so, then his official career will be over."
The officials behind him echoed.
Zhou Shiqian quickly bowed and said, "The ministers are frightened, but the king is full of praise."
"Okay." Xiao Yuan waved his hand and said after seeing the farming situation here: "I have been in Zhenyang for a few days. What I have seen is not bad. Mr. Zhou, I hope you will continue to serve the people of Sheji. For your own sake, don’t let me down.”
"Yes, I, the humble minister, must remember that he must be self-disciplined and diligent to live up to the great king's trust." Zhou Shiqian said.
"Well, let's go back first. That's it for today." Xiao Yuan said and started to walk back.
However, Zhou Shiqian quickly stepped forward and said tentatively: "Your Majesty, although the spring plowing situation is good, in view of Zhenyang's large population, I think we can capture a model of people's livelihood and economic recovery in this county."
The meaning of these words is very clear. It is to make Zhenyang the primary development place for the entire Huandi. If this is the case, then Zhou Shiqian's political achievements will be greatly improved if he completes this series of actions.
After hearing this, Xiao Yuan kept his feet on his feet. He pondered for a moment, and then said: "If Lord Zhou is confident about this matter and thinks it is feasible, you can go to Zhang Gongyou to discuss it, and you can work out a plan together first."
"Haha, this doesn't require the king's nod." Zhou Shiqian said with a smile. It's about the future, so he should strive for it.
Xiao Yuan smiled and glanced at him: "Okay, then you can find Zhang Gongyou first."
"Yes, Wei Chen accepts the order." Zhou Shiqian beamed with joy.
Xiao Yuan did not reject the proposal, because first, Zhou Shiqian's talents were indeed good and worthy of entrusting him with important tasks. Second, Zhenyang's geographical location and population. If it is done well here first, it can quickly affect the surrounding areas. County.
After walking and chatting with Zhou Shiqian, Xiao Yuan just walked near the car when a guard walked over quickly, knelt down on one knee, clasped his fists and said, "Your Majesty, a letter from the royal court."
"Oh?" Xiao Yuan raised his eyebrows, "Send it up."
The guard took out the letter, raised his hands high, and handed it over respectfully.
When Xiao Yuan took it and took a closer look, his brows furrowed deeply.
Seeing this, Zhou Shiqian next to him was very curious, but he didn't dare to ask questions, looking like he was hesitant to speak.
Xiao Yuan put away the letter, still frowning and said: "Go back first."
The content of the letter is naturally about the emperor's death.
He didn't expect that Lu Yunyan would be so bold as to secretly get rid of the Shang family as the queen while he was away.
However, things had already happened, and it would be useless to rush back at this time, so he was not in a hurry, but visited some places again, and only returned to Qinzhou after thoroughly understanding the situation in Huandi.
One month later, Prince Qin’s Mansion.
As soon as Xiao Yuan came back, he quickly walked to the place where Lu Yunyan lived.
After arriving, he happened to meet the maid Qingqing coming with ginseng tea, and he casually asked: "Where is the queen?"
"Your Majesty." Fengqing first gave him a curtsy, then carefully looked at his face, and whispered back: "Your Majesty, you should be resting."
Xiao Yuan glanced at the tray in her hand, took it, and walked in without saying anything else.
Seeing his unkind expression, Feng Qing moved the corner of her mouth, wanting to say something, but she didn't dare, and a look of worry appeared on her face.
In the room, Lu Yunyan was indeed resting, but he was not asleep, but leaning on the bed.
Seeing Xiao Yuan, a flash of joy suddenly flashed across her pretty face, and she stood up immediately, "Brother Wang."
Xiao Yuan first placed the ginseng tea on the round table, then stepped forward to adjust her posture, and then sat down by the bed. He didn't say anything, just looked at her.
As if aware of his dissatisfaction, Lu Yunyan lowered her eyes slightly, her beautiful eyes moved again, she glanced at him secretly, and whispered: "Brother Wang, what are you looking at?"
Xiao Yuan took a deep breath and said in a bad tone: "Who asked you to send the emperor back to the capital?"
"Well, he is the emperor after all. Living in the Qin Palace for a long time is not a solution." Lu Yunyan pretended to be silly and cute.
"Ha." Xiao Yuan laughed angrily, "Let the guards in green escort you and sink into the river on the way. You can think of it!"
"Hmph." Lu Yunyan whispered: "Brother Wang said this because he couldn't bear to part with that witch, right?"
"What nonsense are you talking about!" Xiao Yuan was furious when he heard this, "That's the emperor! The legitimate royal family! If you die in Hanjiang, how will it end!"
"What?" Lu Yunyan was full of grievances after being treated so harshly by him, and her red lips pursed: "The world situation is at this point. The Shang family should have died long ago. Regardless of whether the emperor dies or not, Wu and Chu will unite to attack Qin. Wang Brother can't change this fact, and besides, our Great Qin dominates the north and occupies half of the country, so what if Brother Wang goes one step further?"
Hearing this, Xiao Yuan took a deep breath again: "Now is not the time! Why are you worrying so much!"
"What? You are my husband and I am your wife!" Lu Yunyan was dissatisfied.
"Then you shouldn't just kill Shang Rui!"
"Then what do you think we should do..." Lu Yunyan started to act rogue.
"You!" Xiao Yuan was really angry and couldn't help but stood up and glared angrily.
Seeing this, Lu Yunyan panicked, but soon, her beautiful eyes moved again, and she immediately covered her belly and frowned slightly: "Brother Wang, my... stomach hurts..."
