Tantaihuang stood up slowly. Although Qining was surprised, he quickly reached out to help him.
"Go and see the Emperor." Tantaihuang said softly: "The Emperor will make an order. If Jin Yihou really doesn't want to go, neither the Emperor nor I will be embarrassed."
Qi Ning frowned and said, "Old Marquis, why do you think of letting me go to the East China Sea?"
"Because of this matter, you are the only one who is not involved, and you are the only one who is qualified to investigate." Tantaihuang said slowly: "You are the Minister of the Ministry of Punishment, so this case will naturally be handed over to the Ministry of Punishment for investigation. Apart from you, , do you think anyone can investigate this case in the East China Sea?"
Qi Ning was stunned, and Tantaihuang's eyes were deep and he said meaningfully: "Except for you, I can't trust anyone else. I thought about it for a long time last night, and I can only go there with Lao Jinyi."
Qi Ning suddenly thought of what he had experienced today at the Jindaohou Mansion, and he vaguely understood that going to the Jindaohou Mansion during the day was probably a test of him by the old Marquis Tantai. The old marquis was disappointed, and only then did the old marquis of Tantai decide on the final candidate.
"I will not force anyone to do anything difficult." The old Marquis walked slowly to the imperial study and said as he walked: "You are about to get married. If I bother you to go to the East China Sea at this time, it will definitely delay your wedding. If you really feel that this trip is practical, If you are in trouble, I will ask the emperor to send someone else."
Qi Ning knew that since the old Marquis had come to talk to him alone in the palace, he had already made up his mind to let him go to the East China Sea to investigate the case.
The old Marquis of Jindao has been through the waves for a long time, and he is naturally thoughtful. Since he wanted to let him go, he must have thought carefully, otherwise he would not have said so many words to himself tonight.
Knowing that his wedding was imminent, the old Marquis still made this suggestion. The reason for this was of course not too simple, and the few words the old Marquis just said were all implicit, and it was difficult to say them outright. Qi Ning wanted to figure it out.
"If the emperor and the old marquis feel that I must go there personally for this matter, I will naturally bear the responsibility." Qi Ning said sternly.
Tantaihuang stopped and glanced at Qining with a deep look. For a moment, Qining couldn't tell what he was thinking from his eyes. He only saw the old Marquis nod slightly and said no more.
The two returned to the imperial study, where Sima Lan had obviously been discussing with Long Tai for a long time. When he saw the return of Mr. Jin Dao, Sima Lan immediately stood up.
Sima Lan is now the Duke of the Town, and his title is one level higher than that of the Marquis of Jin Dao. However, the old Duke has always shown great respect for the Marquis of Jin Dao.
After Qining helped the old marquis sit down, the old marquis sighed: "Your Majesty, Tantai Zhilin is dead. The most important thing right now is to send a general there immediately before anyone discovers that he is dead. Over the years, , with the Donghai navy stationed there, those with evil intentions in the East China Sea dare not act rashly, but once the news of Tantai Zhilin's suicide spreads, some people are likely to take advantage of it and cause chaos in the East China Sea, so there must be one The general will keep the East China Sea in check to prevent any unexpected events."
Longtai nodded slightly and said: "Old Marquis, I and the Duke of Zhen were also discussing this matter just now. The Korean people in the East China Sea still have a strong foundation. If there are people with evil intentions among them, they are likely to take advantage of the opportunity to cause chaos, so I and the Duke of Zhen are discussing this matter." I also mean to send someone there immediately." He picked up a folder from the imperial desk, glanced at it, and said: "In this urgent document, it is reported that the Governor of Tantai committed suicide, but the old Duke thought that the matter was It won’t be that simple.”
Sima Lan said seriously: "Old Marquis, I am quite familiar with Tantai Zhilin's character. He inherited the strong temperament of the old Marquis. Even when he was in desperate situation, he never thought of committing suicide. This time he committed suicide unexpectedly. , which is very contrary to his temperament. I think we must investigate carefully and find out the truth."
"The old minister has just discussed with Jin Yihou." Tantai Huang glanced at Qining: "Jin Yihou is young and promising, and he is thoughtful and thoughtful. Moreover, he is now in charge of the Ministry of Punishment. If he can bother Jin Yihou to make this trip, he will definitely be able to find out. Some clues are coming. Moreover, Jin Yihou comes from the Jin Yi Qi family. The Jin Yi Qi family is a family with great military achievements in Chu. With its military power, even a young person does not dare to act rashly."
Sima Lan nodded slightly and said: "Jin Yihou is also a suitable candidate."
"Marquis Jinyi, the old Marquis recommends you to go to the East China Sea to investigate this case. What do you think?" Longtai looked at Qining and asked.
Qi Ning stood up and cupped his hands and said: "The unexpected death of Governor Tantai will definitely have a great impact on the situation in the East China Sea. Now that the Northern Han Dynasty is in turmoil, our Da Chu is preparing for the Northern Expedition. At such a juncture, there must be no situation inside our Da Chu. Therefore, the trip to the East China Sea is imperative." He glanced at Tantai Huang before continuing: "Thanks to the good wishes of the old Marquis and the old Duke, if the emperor thinks that I can take on this responsibility, I should obey the order and go there. .”
"But Jin Yihou is about to get married. Will traveling to the East China Sea at this time delay future weddings?" Sima Lan said: "Jin Yihou, your wedding date seems to be very close."
Qi Ning nodded and said, "I'm thinking of you, my dear husband. The wedding is scheduled for August 18th, which is only half a month away."
"This trip to the East China Sea will take about ten days. Within half a month, Jin Yihou may not be able to make it back in time." Sima Lan frowned slightly: "If the wedding date is easily changed, it will be unlucky."
Qi Ning shook his head and said: "Old Duke, you don't have to worry about this. State affairs are the most important thing. Such a big event happened in the East China Sea. If the emperor has the will, I can only change the wedding date and choose another auspicious day."
Tantai Huang nodded and said, "It's hard for Jin Yihou to do this."
Longtai looked at Sima Lan and asked: "Old Duke, since Jin Yihou is willing to change the wedding date and choose another auspicious day, do you think we should let Jin Yihou take on this responsibility?"
Sima Lan said: "Since Jin Yihou attaches great importance to state affairs, then Jin Yihou is naturally the most suitable candidate for this trip."
"Okay." Longtai nodded and said to Qining: "Jin Yihou, I decree that you go to the East China Sea to investigate the suicide of Tantai Zhilin. In addition, pay attention to the movements in the East China Sea and never allow turmoil in the East China Sea. I will also do it as soon as possible. Discuss with the ministers in the DPRK to determine the candidate to succeed Tantai Zhilin. Before the new naval commander is determined, the East China Sea will be left to you."
Qi Ning took a step forward and said respectfully: "I accept the decree!" He also said: "I have one more thing to ask for, please allow your permission."
"Oh?" Longtai said, "What's the matter?"
"I am not familiar with the East China Sea. It can be said that I am not familiar with the place where I was born. Governor Tantai passed away. The situation is unclear and confusing. I don't know what happened on the East China Sea." Qi Ning said seriously: "Investigating this case, it may be possible It involves many aspects, and if someone really takes the opportunity to cause trouble, I will respond immediately and decisively, but I do not have the authority to mobilize troops and horses over the East China Sea, so...!"
"Jin Yihou wants the right to mobilize the Donghai Navy?" Sima Lan asked immediately.
Qi Ning shook his head and said: "It is not the right to mobilize the Donghai Navy, but the right to mobilize the entire Donghai County troops and horses, including the troops in the hands of the governor of Donghai and all the troops in the Yamen at all levels in Donghai."
Sima Lan frowned, but Jin Daohou had already said: "Your Majesty, if there is really another reason for Tantai Zhilin's death, I believe that someone has started to prepare for chaos in the East China Sea. This time, I appointed Jin Yihou to go to the East China Sea to investigate Dantai Zhilin. The death of Tai Zhilin is secondary, and stabilizing the situation in the East China Sea is the top priority."
"What the old Marquis said makes sense." Longtai nodded slightly.
"As Jin Yihou said, if there is sudden turmoil in the East China Sea, Jin Yihou has no right to mobilize the troops and horses in the East China Sea, and the East China Sea Navy has no generals to lead the troops. At that time, the troops and horses in the East China Sea will be a ball of scattered sand, and they will surely be defeated. For war." Tantai Huang looked serious: "So it is natural that Jin Yihou has the right to mobilize troops."
Longtai glanced at Sima Lan, who nodded and said: "Your Majesty, what the old Marquis said is absolutely true. Once there is chaos in the East China Sea, the imperial court will not be able to mobilize troops quickly and can only rely on troops stationed in the East China Sea to quell the chaos. If the name is not correct, the words are not true. Okay, I think I can issue a decree to Jin Yihou. Once the East China Sea falls into chaos, Jin Yihou can mobilize the soldiers and horses in the East China Sea as appropriate."
Qi Ning remained calm, and he could naturally understand Sima Lan's words.
Although Sima Lan agreed that Qining could mobilize troops in the East China Sea, there was a prerequisite, that is, there was a chaos in the East China Sea, otherwise he would not be able to mobilize troops easily.
"Jinyi Hou, I will give you this decree." Longtai did not hesitate, wrote a secret decree, stamped it with a jade seal, and then handed it to Qining: "Once there is turmoil in the East China Sea, you can rely on this decree to Control all the troops and horses in the East China Sea."
Qi Ning stepped forward, took it with both hands, and carefully put it into his arms. Sima Lan said from the side: "Jin Yihou, I bluntly said that the land of the East China Sea is extraordinary. You must also know that when the East China Sea was pacified, even though Zili was killed Han Jingting is the king of the whole family, but the Korean family is a prominent family in the East China Sea and is deeply rooted. Emperor Taizong is lenient and has always been gentle towards the East China Sea. Over the years, the imperial court has also been implementing a soft national policy towards the East China Sea. In addition, the Governor of Tantai commanded the water. The division is in charge, so Donghai is safe and sound."
Qi Ning nodded slightly and said, "I understand."
"Therefore, you must not mobilize troops and horses in the East China Sea unless it is absolutely necessary." Sima Lan said seriously: "You are the Marquis of Dachu, and you will attract attention when you go to the East China Sea. Once you mobilize troops easily, it is likely to misunderstand the people of the East China Sea and cause unrest. Necessary trouble." He looked at Tantai Huang and said with respect: "Old Marquis, you are most familiar with the East China Sea, is this true?"
Tantai Huang said: "What the Duke of Zhenguo said is true. Jin Yihou, the Han family is a prominent family in the East China Sea, and many powerful gentry in the East China Sea have intricate relationships with the Han family. It is natural that the court adopts a gentle policy towards the East China Sea, but the Han family is not wrong. You may not truly surrender to my great Chu. Although many years have passed, the Han family has always been wary of the imperial court. If you mobilize troops easily, it may arouse the vigilance of the Han family and many wealthy gentry, causing trouble again, so you must Proceed with caution.”
Qi Ning cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, don't worry, the old Duke and the old Marquis. I will act with caution during this trip to the East China Sea." Thinking in his mind, listening to what these two veterans said, it is indeed not easy on the other side of the East China Sea. I will take it. With this kind of responsibility, you really have to be careful and don't tolerate any negligence.