In the eyes of others, the ability to grow winter wheat in sand is definitely something that subverts common sense.
This means that Jinxia City, which was originally an area lacking cultivated land, instantly has a large area of land that can be developed - after all, the long coastline to the east is a flat and open uninhabited land, and there is also a river that flows into the sea to provide irrigation resources. After solving the land restrictions , agricultural take-off is something that can be seen.
In this matter, the high priests Senia and Aili played a big role.
If you want rhizobia to quickly take root on the coast, you must have elves pouring magic into it at all times, but the cultivators are basically Jinxia people, so this kind of cooperation is an unfamiliar challenge for both parties. As for the tree boat, Senia mobilized a group of elves with positive natures to take the lead in settling in the experimental field, while Aili relied on her cheerful and lively personality to make people let go of their guard little by little.
It was the joint efforts of both parties that resulted in this ground-breaking seedling.
In this tense and busy atmosphere, an envoy from the Privy Council came to Jinxia City.
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"Invite me to Gyeonggi Mansion?"
In the lobby of the headquarters, Xia Fan couldn't help being surprised after hearing what the other party said.
"That's right." The visitor patted the corner of his robe - it was stained with a little mud. Apparently in order to deliver the news as quickly as possible, the man who called himself Xin Wu walked in a hurry along the way. "Your recent performance has greatly impressed the superiors. It just so happens that the Privy Council is preparing for a special ceremony and invites you to come and witness it."
My...performance
Xia Fan frowned secretly. All his interactions with the Privy Council came from the performance report submitted by the princess for him. Apart from this, he never had any contact with the capital.
How did these people notice him
"Will all the Fu Cheng go?"
"How is it possible?" Xin Wu smiled, "Those who can participate in this ceremony are all people who will be ranked high in the Privy Council in the future. If the Prime Minister has irreplaceable abilities, he will not be sent to other places to manage a state. I have been appointed. In fact, out of all the prime ministers, you are the only one who has received the invitation."
"That's really... Thank you for your respect."
While Xia Fan responded, he was thinking about the meaning of the Privy Council's words. The person who holds the position of Fu Cheng is at least a fourth-grade Hundred Blades master, and according to Zhang Daodao, the fifth-grade test is already an extremely difficult threshold to cross. But according to Xin Wu, these fourth and fifth grades cannot even enter the eyes of high-level officials.
What on earth did he do to make Gyeonggi react like this? And what is that ceremony... It can't be the enthronement ceremony of Prince Ning Weiyuan, right
If you think about it carefully, only a few people know about the princess's rebellious intention. There is no way that the Privy Council came here for this matter. As for the rumors that he was a listener reaching Gyeonggi, it was even more negligible. Could it be that the reason for the other party's invitation was really the same as what the messenger said, that he had an insight into his own talents
Pong!
The door of the headquarters lobby suddenly opened violently, and a familiar figure broke in.
"Xia Fan, I heard that the Privy Council Office sent someone here?"
It was Princess Ning Wanjun of Guangping who hurriedly walked into the lobby. Her voice was a little urgent.
"Your Highness?" Xia Fan stood up unexpectedly.
Xin Wu also quickly bowed and saluted, "I am Xin Wu, the special envoy from the Privy Council Office. I have met Her Royal Highness the Princess!"
"What brings you here?" Ning Wanjun stared at the other party with a look of suspicion almost written on her face.
"That's right, the Privy Council wants to invite Prime Minister Xia to Gyeonggi to participate in the upcoming internal ceremony—"
"No, he won't go to Shangyuan City!" The princess interrupted without hesitation.
Xin Wu was stunned for a moment, "Your Highness, why not?"
"This -" Ning Wanjun also realized that her attitude was a bit too abrupt, "There are many affairs in Jinxia City. If the Prime Minister is not here, who will handle the evil spirits?"
"But Jinxia hasn't had a Fu Cheng in charge for a long time, and we haven't seen evil spirits raging in the city. With all due respect, Your Highness, you wouldn't want a Hundred Blades to be personally responsible for dealing with evil spirits, right?"
"It turns out that the Gyeonggi Prefecture also knows that Xia Fan is only known as Hundred Blades." Ning Wanjun immediately changed her explanation, "There is no need for a fourth-grade alchemist to attend the coronation ceremony of His Royal Highness, right? Besides, this matter should not be handled by the Ministry of Etiquette. Really? Why do I ask you to run errands?"
Xin Wu paused slightly, "Oh? Your Highness also knows what happened in the palace?"
"Why, I can't know?" the princess frowned.
"No, you are the third princess after all. It is normal for you to be able to find out what happened in the palace." Xin Wu immediately lowered his head, "You are right. The Ministry of Rites should indeed be responsible for His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's enthronement ceremony, but what should he do specifically? Regardless of who you want to invite to participate, it has nothing to do with the Privy Council Office. The ceremony that Mr. Xia is expected to participate in is purely an internal matter of the Privy Council Office, and... I don't think he is just a fourth-grade Hundred Blades after going to Gyeonggi. "
"What's the meaning?"
Xin Wugong handed over his hand, "As far as I know, those who can receive this invitation are all core members of the Privy Council. Sending invitations to places other than Shangyuan is an extremely rare thing. The last alchemist to receive this honor , it was more than twenty years ago—and now he is a Hagoromo."
Hagoromo…
Ning Wanjun and Xia Fan couldn't help but look at each other. That was the highest official rank in the Privy Council. Alchemists who can be promoted to the first rank must not only have extraordinary abilities, but also must have made great contributions to the Privy Council. Is the nature and significance of this ceremony so important
“What are the benefits of being a core member?”
As soon as Xia Fan said these words, he felt the princess cast a sharp look.
"For an alchemist, there is no better prospect than this. Not only can you use the magic materials at will, but it is also easier to get guidance and communication from other high-level alchemists. There is also all kinds of magic knowledge other than Daqi. , many studies that have been recorded by the Privy Council, these secrets will be open to you." Speaking of this, Xin Wu's tone was full of envy, "What's more, this is only a benefit that has been available before. After the ceremony, what you have The resources gained will be unimaginable!”
Xia Fan's heart moved.
Is it a secret record of strange news...
Could this be a good opportunity to get news about Qingjian
He did not forget his agreement with Li.
"What kind of ceremony are you talking about?" the princess said impatiently, "Since it has nothing to do with the crown prince's enthronement, why do you still use this name?"
"I can't answer your question - how do you call it a decision from above? As for its specific content, in fact only the real participants know it." Xin Wu said with a slight regret, "I am only responsible for delivering the news, and I am far from qualified. The inside information can only be obtained by contacting the core members.”
"How many days will this matter take? You won't let me stay in Shangyuan City forever, right?" Xia Fan deliberately said in a relaxed tone.
"How come, the core members are equal to each other, and there is no one who rules over whom. The green sword, feather clothes, bloodline, identity... these are all things that are just for outsiders to see." Xin Wu showed a strange smile , as if mocking these titles, if my lord, you gain their recognition through the ceremony, you will naturally be ranked at the highest level of the Privy Council. At that time, you are free to go where you want and do what you want to do. "
How could the Gyeonggi Province Government implement such a loose system? "Then when everyone has different ideas, wouldn't it be... a little confusing?"
This is the most euphemistic way Xia Fan can think of.
"That's not a problem I can figure out, but..." Xin Wu paused, "Those adults all seem to be working hard for the same goal. At most, they are just different in their methods. If you can join them, I think you will too." Infected by their ambition.”