"However, the bandits on Jiannan Road are roughly estimated to have more than 30,000 troops, and the sky is high and the road is far away. To send troops to suppress the bandits, based on normal military expenditures, it will be at least one million taels, which is a huge expense.
The tribute paid by Mobei will not exceed one million, and it is impossible to have both the fish and the bear's paw to relieve the victims and send troops to suppress the bandits. "
Qin Chuan rolled his eyes.
The old youtiao seems to have said a lot, but actually said nothing.
Zhao Wushuang smiled meaningfully.
"Old father-in-law, I admire you very much for how you have emerged from the mire without staining. It is said that Qi Kaijui called you to dinner, but you never went?"
Qin Chuan silently tried to figure out what she meant.
Obviously, she was saying that Liu Zhongru was an impartial and neutral person.
Liu Zhongru is neither humble nor arrogant.
"I have no other ideas, I just want to do my duty honestly and do my job well."
"Really?" Zhao Wushuang suddenly changed his expression, changed the subject, and said in a cold voice, "But my Third Emperor's brother is here to reminisce with you, why are you going?"
Suddenly, Liu Zhongru's heart was filled with turmoil, and his eyelids were twitching.
How did the emperor know that he was meeting the third prince? It was clear that there was no one around, and there were experts guarding the third prince, so it was impossible for him to be discovered.
Could it be that your Majesty has some capable people around you? A grandmaster-level figure?
impossible. impossible!
Liu Zhongru hesitated, not knowing whether to admit it.
But his hesitation showed the truth.
Zhao Wushuang did not blame him, but spoke with sincerity.
"Master Liu, major events in the court from now on must not be left unattended again."
Liu Zhongru was stunned.
The emperor's intention was obvious, forcing him to take sides!
Before he could express his stance, Zhao Wushuang's next words made him completely determined.
"In the past, I was busy with government affairs and had no time to pamper the harem and neglected the queen. After the tributes from Mobei were received, I decided to first open a warehouse to provide food and stabilize the people's livelihood, and then work hard to solve the Jiannan Road bandits. Wait for the two major events on my mind to settle. It’s decided, and I’ll go make amends with the queen.”
Liu Zhongru's hole shrank sharply.
"Your Majesty is serious. For my daughter to be able to serve His Majesty, it's like smoke rising from my ancestral grave. Besides, His Majesty is busy with government affairs all day long. I believe that my daughter will understand."
Zhao Wushuang sneered.
Old guy, you still play Tai Chi with me.
She decided to give Liu Zhongru a strong medicine.
"Master Liu, I am also nineteen this year. I have no children so far. Maybe it is time to pamper my concubine. I wonder which concubine will be more successful... For example, the prince who was born first will be crowned prince. I don't know how his health is doing these days. , why not go see her at night..."
Hearing these words, Liu Zhongru was shocked.
Over the years, the entire court has been suspicious of Zhao Wushuang's identity, and has sent people to investigate.
Unfortunately, the palace eats people without spitting out their bones, and the troops they sent never return, making everyone even more suspicious that Zhao Wushuang is a woman.
Liu Zhongru was originally a loyal minister, but he had doubts about the identity of Zhao Wushuang's daughter and did not dare to openly support her, so he became a wallflower.
However, now, it was clear that Zhao Wushuang wanted to consummate the marriage with his daughter Liu Rushi, and he had no scruples anymore.
When his daughter gives birth to a dragon son, then his Liu family will be considered a member of the royal family.
Thinking of this, Liu Zhongru was so excited that his face turned red.
"Your Majesty is so kind to me. I thank you on behalf of my little girl. In fact, whether it is opening a warehouse to store grain or quelling chaos in Jiannan Road, I think we should pay attention to it.
On the contrary, in the sixth film, some trivial behavior of asking for money should be suppressed, otherwise it will damage the national strength.
In view of the huge amount of money spent on suppressing the rebellion in Jiannan Road in the past, which is not worthy of the name, I sincerely request your Majesty to change the strategy. "
This is another way of playing, and the meaning is obvious, that is, you cannot give money to military generals who are complicit in Qi Kaicheng, otherwise the meat bun will beat the dog and never come back.
Qin Chuan couldn't help but complain secretly.
The old guy, who was doing Tai Chi just now, is now a royalist.
He couldn't help but think of the "Concubine Nei'an" Zhao Wushuang said to him last night, and Liu Rushi's hot and delicate body came to mind.
"Okay, okay, great!" Zhao Wushuang's eyes widened and he clapped his hands, "He is truly a good father-in-law and a good loyal minister of the court. So, in your opinion, who should be sent to pacify Jiannan Road? ?”
After thinking for a while, Liu Zhongru handed over his hand.
"The commander-in-chief of the city defense army is the son of an old friend of the old minister. The old minister has watched him grow up since he was a child. He is proficient in all kinds of martial arts, including swords, guns, swords and halberds. He is very resourceful. If he goes out to fight, he will definitely win."
Zhao Wushuang nodded.
"Very good. When the tribute from Mobei arrives, my father-in-law will have to say a few words of praise in the court."
"Your Majesty is serious. If there is nothing else, I will retire first."
After speaking, he bent down and returned to the front of the temple.
A stick of incense arrived and he went to court again.
Zhao Wushuang sat on the dragon chair, watching the noisy quarrels among the officials with indifferent eyes.
Qin Chuan couldn't help but complain in his heart.
A bunch of idiots, the emperor and the prime minister of the dynasty have joined forces, who do you think they are?
As soon as the thought came to an end, Liu Zhongru walked out.
"Your Majesty, I believe that once the funds are in place, they should be used for the most important tasks first, rather than upgrading fortifications, salaries, and replacing various equipment."
As soon as these words came out, the noisy civil and military forces fell silent instantly.
Everyone's eyes were focused on him, some were shocked and some were astonished.
Qi Kaizhu is even more incredible.
Since the rumor that the emperor was born as a girl began, Liu Zhongru basically did not speak in the court, which led to the weakening of his power and many people selectively ignored him.
But Qi Kaicui had never despised Liu Zhongru and tried to win over him several times.
However, Liu Zhongru didn't pay attention to him because he couldn't get enough food, rice, oil and salt.
In addition, Liu Zhongru was the prime minister of the dynasty, and the Liu family was a well-known noble. Qi Kaijui did not dare to offend him too much, so he allowed him to be a wallflower.
But today, he actually spoke for the emperor, which surprised Qi Kaizhen.
Could it be that after entering the palace just now, he made a deal with the emperor that they didn't know about?
Liu Zhongru glanced at Qi Kaizhen disdainfully.
You idiot, the rumor that the Emperor is born as a girl is completely unfounded. You are still dancing so happily. You will definitely die in the end.
Zhao Wushuang chuckled.
"Really? Then from the prime minister's point of view, what do you think?"
Good guy, the double act started to sing. Qin Chuan's eyes lit up and he was happy to watch the show.
Liu Zhongru said unhurriedly: "I believe that the disaster situation should be left to local officials to collect statistics and control. Jiannan Road should send troops to quell the chaos as Lord Qi said, so that those mountain bandits can see that they are the true master of the king."
The six ministers looked at each other with doubts on their faces.
You old man, are you going to cut off their money?
I'm just curious, why did this old immortal suddenly become a royalist?
Zhao Wushuang smiled, "My dear friends, do you have any different opinions on what Lord Liu said?"
Qi Kaijui handed over his hand and said, "I have no objection, so after the tribute arrives, I will work with the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Households to make a good total of the people, horses, baggage, etc., to ensure..."
"Qi Aiqing doesn't have to worry about quelling the chaos." Zhao Wushuang interrupted, "I have other ideas about going on an expedition. We will discuss it later."
