"Mother, are you okay?" Tao Fangfei hurriedly supported Mrs. Tao, with a smile on her face, guessing that Mrs. Tao must be too excited.
Mrs. Tao glanced at Tao Fangfei, then at the maid in the room, "Come with me!"
Tao Fangfei was confused, but seeing Mrs. Tao turned around and left, she had to turn her head to give Tao Zihao a few words, and then followed Mrs. Tao's pace.
There were only two people in the room, Mrs. Tao's face was solemn, Tao Fangfei didn't understand why, so she asked, "Mother, what's the matter, did something happen?"
"Fangfei, don't you think this is very strange? Zihao's illness was healed for no reason, and the little maid knocked over the pastry, as well as the way your aunt looked at me and said those words."
The more Mrs. Tao thought about it, the more suspicious she became, "We were too hasty, we went to approach the second room before we figured out what was going on, hey."
Tao Fangfei thought what was going on, and was completely relieved when she heard the words, "Mother, what did I think? Advise my aunt, my aunt doesn't appreciate it at all, if this epidemic is solved, what face does my cousin have to return to court?"
Tao Fangfei is not afraid at all, "The Tao family finally got what it is today. I have inquired about it. The problems in the Tao family's shop these days are all caused by ministers who have had festivals with their cousin in the past. Our foundation is too shallow. , if you don’t find someone to rely on, you will be kicked out of Kyoto sooner or later.”
Mrs. Tao had an incredulous expression on her face, "Have you really found out?"
Tao Fangfei nodded, and Mrs. Tao said again, "The Prime Minister's family has made too many enemies these years, so it's understandable that some people take their anger out on us. People go to high places, and water flows to low places. It's normal for the Tao family to do this."
Mrs. Tao kept comforting herself, she must have thought too much, besides, the pastry was nothing, even if Mrs. Xiao knew about it, for the sake of the sisters, Mrs. Xiao would definitely soften her heart.
For so many years of sisters, as long as Mrs. Tao speaks, Mrs. Xiao will most likely agree.
Thinking of this, Mrs. Tao let go of her hanging heart, "The Tao family is forced to do so, your aunt will understand, how should the Queen Mother explain?"
Tao Fangfei frowned, "The Princess said she would let Xiao Qin intercede for us, and she persuaded her. What can the Prime Minister do if he doesn't want to go out?"
Tao Fangfei pinned all her hopes on Erfang, as long as Erfang helped the Tao family get through this crisis, the Tao family would definitely support Erfang in the future.
Madam Tao nodded, "I hope so."
Another two days passed in the blink of an eye, and the epidemic in the city still could not be cured. The Tai Hospital had not slept or rested for dozens of days, and the formula could not resist the rapid development of the epidemic.
Emperor Dongming was so anxious that he cursed loudly in the hall, his heart ached from anger, "At the critical moment, I can't think of any ideas, what use is the imperial court wanting you!"
All the officials below looked at each other in blank dismay, they would rather be pointed at by Emperor Dong Ming and scolded than risk their lives to go to the front line to support.
For several days, Emperor Dongming abolished several important officials and promoted many newcomers, causing panic among the people in the court.
But at this time, Prince Chen fell ill. Although it wasn't a plague, he couldn't get up anymore. Emperor Dongming knew that Prince Chen did it on purpose, but he couldn't find out, and was extremely annoyed.
"Your Majesty, my minister suggested that it is better to let Xiang Ye return to the court. Xiang Ye is resourceful and will definitely find a way to solve this matter."
One of the ministers stepped forward boldly. In the past, as long as there was a right minister, no problem would be a problem. If he went to the battlefield to kill the enemy, he could suppress hundreds of officials.
"That's right, Your Majesty, Prince Chen has fallen ill, and the soldiers and horses will definitely be withdrawn within a day or two. By then, all the efforts in the early stage will be in vain, and the situation may be even worse."
"Wei Chen believes that this matter has nothing to do with Mr. Xiang. Someone must have intentionally slandered Mr. Xiang behind his back. That's why Mr. Xiang resigned and went home in a fit of anger. It's really disgusting."
A lot of people complained for the right minister, the corners of Emperor Dong Ming's mouth twitched violently, and he stared fiercely at the minister who had just spoken.
Suddenly Xiao Tan stood up and cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, I have carefully studied this epidemic. Most of those who lost their lives were seriously ill before. Although the medicine developed by the Tai Hospital cannot cure the epidemic, At least you can save your life, and you won’t be infected again.”
"Lincheng is already in chaos. If we don't control it, the situation between Dongming and Dongchu will be tense. If we sneak in at this moment, the whole Dongming will be panicked."
Emperor Dongming said in a deep voice, "Then, does Xiao Aiqing have any good suggestions?"
"Wei Chen suggested that before the outbreak of the epidemic, we should control Lincheng and then burn the city! I have learned about Lincheng in detail. The aqueduct built before is located in the deserted Shangshui, and let the people of Lincheng go to Shangshui, etc. One day rebuild Lincheng, and let those people return to the city."
Xiao Qin's idea was really bold, and all the ministers were shocked.
Emperor Dongming asked again, "That is a family that has lived for a lifetime. There are rich families and poor peasant families. How can they leave Lincheng willingly? Besides, building a city requires a lot of manpower and material resources, and it cannot be completed overnight. The people comforted in Shangshui, wouldn't the rest of the surrounding people be even more frightened."
Xiao Qin said in a low voice, "Your Majesty, I have thought about all these issues, and sent an important official to guard the people in Lincheng, and no one is allowed to take a step. If there is any violation, the whole family will sit together. As for the loss of the people or businesses, the court will Funds should be allocated for disaster relief, and half of the compensation should be given, and these people will definitely agree to it compared to the danger of their lives."
Emperor Dongming was silent, and there was obviously a touch of appreciation in his eyes.
Many ministers nodded one after another, "As expected of the prime minister's younger brother, this method is wonderful, it will not only appease the hearts of the people, but also solve the epidemic."
"Yeah, yeah, it's been so many days, and I haven't even found the source. When will it go on like this?"
Everyone praised Xiao Tan's method one after another. No matter how bad it was, he could be exempted from Lincheng's taxes for a few years and compensated with some money, which was better than just waiting to die.
"Your Majesty, what Lord Xiao said is very true. This method is very good. I am willing to donate fifty thousand taels of silver to the court as compensation."
One person took the lead, and immediately others followed suit, and where Emperor Dongming's eyes swept, someone immediately followed to donate.
A million taels of silver was quickly raised, and with a solution, everyone seemed to forget about the right side.
A Xiao Tan is enough to be a resourceful right prime minister, and they are all connected by blood, so they must not be far behind.
Emperor Dongming smiled, "Since all the lovers have worked together and agreed with Xiao Aiqing's idea, Xiao Aiqing has solved Dong Ming's worries."
Xiao Tan cupped his hands, "It is the duty of a humble minister to share the emperor's worries."
"Yes, yes, Mr. Xiao is very cunning."
The stone in the hearts of many ministers has fallen to the ground. As long as the epidemic can be solved, Xiao Tan will be a great hero. Everyone's eyes on Xiao Tan have changed.
Xiao Qin glanced at Zhao Zun who was silent, and couldn't help asking, "Does Master Zhao have any doubts?"
Zhao Zun raised his eyebrows and said with a light smile, "Master Xiao really wants to hear it?"
Xiao Tan nodded, only listening to Zhao Zun talking to Emperor Dongming.
"Your majesty, I think it's wrong. Once the people in Lincheng are infected with the disease, and then provoked by someone with a heart, there will be chaos and the situation will be even more difficult to control."
Zhao Zun looked at Xiao Qin again as he spoke, "Lord Xiao, let's just talk about the capital city. His Royal Highness Prince Chen brought so many troops to suppress it. People in the capital city are not in a state of panic now. There are hundreds of thousands of people in the capital city. Common people, the court must send more than three times as many troops to suppress it. Once Dongchu or other countries invade, who can guarantee that Dongchu will not take the opportunity to make trouble? At that time, Dongming will be unable to resist, and both sides should take care of it. What about the other side?"
Zhao Zun's words were like a basin of cold water, unceremoniously poured on Emperor Dongming and all the ministers, the smile on Emperor Dongming's face almost didn't hold back.
As soon as Zhao Zun opened his mouth, he slapped the minister who had just donated money hard and loudly.
Xiao Tan looked at Zhao Zun with a sullen face and narrowed his eyes. He deserved to be the son-in-law chosen by the right, and he should not be underestimated.
"Then what can Master Zhao do?" Xiao Qin asked back.
Zhao Zun shrugged his shoulders, "There is no way, I just expressed my position, the more the people are suppressed, the more they will retaliate. People's hearts have been unpredictable since ancient times, who can guarantee that these people will be obedient? What if something happens? Master Xiao can take care of it!"
Xiao Qin was displeased with a cold face, Zhao Zun said again, "Master Xiao said to choose an important minister, who is the most suitable one?"
The hall was silent for a while, and everyone looked at Xiao Tan. Xiao Tan moved his lips, "Of course the eldest brother is the most suitable. The eldest brother holds the military power, is very good at arranging troops, and has a keen mind. He will definitely complete this task." Task."
Emperor Dongming immediately cleared his throat when he heard this, and he was in a good mood just now, and then he was beaten to the bottom. If You Xiangzhen was so kind, he wouldn't be so worried.
"Master Xiao, many people are questioning the collusion between Prime Minister Right and Xiyue. If Prime Minister Right betrays you, have you thought about the consequences?"
Zhao Zun dared to say anything, but Xiao Tan was speechless when he asked, his face flushed, and everyone was shocked. Isn't this Zhao Zun the son-in-law of the prime minister? Why is he still putting a hat on the prime minister's head
"What if the military power in Master Xiang's hand is handed over to someone else?" Xiao Qin asked with a faint smile.
Xiao Tan's intentions were obvious, that he wanted Emperor Dongming to deprive his right minister of military power, and the hall was filled with a strong smell of gunpowder.
Zhao Zun sneered, "Lord Xiao is simply a whimsical idea. The right minister has led the army for many years, but he has changed the general for no reason. They may not be of the same mind. Master Xiao is too hasty. He is gambling with the lives of the people!"
Xiao Qin clenched his fists tightly, but with a slight smile on his face, "What is this called? The whole Dongming belongs to the emperor, and the military power in the elder brother's hand also belongs to the emperor. Isn't it natural for the emperor to want to take back the military power? According to rumors, big brother really has a different heart?"
"My lord Xiao, the Prime Minister just broke through a few poor cities in Eastern Chu a few days ago. It's not kind to cross the river and tear down the bridges. How can you explain to the people in the border towns? Which minister will dare to serve the emperor in the future? Isn't the emperor an ungrateful person?"
Zhao Zunyun spoke calmly, but every sentence pierced his heart, leaving Xiao Qin unable to refute a word.
Zhao Zun cupped his hands, "My minister is reckless, and I ask the emperor to come down."
Emperor Dongming rubbed his forehead, and after leaving a right minister came a Marquis Zhao, both of them were masters who refused to suffer, they could choke each other to death with words, they really deserved to be a family.
In particular, Zhao Zun's unhurried appearance was simply a copy of the right minister. He didn't say a word in spite of the uproar, and then some people who didn't open his eyes would always come forward to ask a few words, which was just asking for fun.
Zhao Zun's words also reminded everyone that it was Dong Ming who united with Xiyue and embarrassed Dong Chu. Dong Chu must hold a grudge, maybe he would stab him behind his back, and it may not be as simple as a city by then.
"Hmph! You still have the emperor in your eyes, but you can tell me who is the most suitable!"
Emperor Dongming kept a straight face, and basically agreed with Zhao Zun's words. Xiao Tan's method was good, but Zhao Zun's concerns were not wrong.
"Weichen thinks that we should find someone who has led the army for many years, has both experience and affection with his subordinates, and will stay where he is, so there is no need to disperse Dongming's troops."
As he said that, Zhao Zun glanced at Xiao Tan, and Xiao Tan inexplicably felt chills down his spine, with an ominous premonition.
"This person is Lord An of the post city. King An has led troops for many years. The post city is not on the edge of the city, and his status is more convincing. The post city is a rich place, and the food and grass are also self-sufficient. They eat those everywhere. For food and grass, the imperial court can also save a lot of money."
as expected!
It was a trick, and Xiao Tan realized belatedly that Zhao Zun led him astray, and made a big circle, just for King An!
Zhao Zun obviously agreed with his opinion, but he deliberately refuted himself, and then pressed forward step by step, and finally involved King An.
"Didn't Marquis Zhao disagree with this method just now? It will cost a lot of manpower and material resources. Once someone incites the people or is infected with the disease, it will be difficult to suppress it."
Xiao Qin held back his anger, and was fooled by someone for a moment of carelessness!
Zhao Zun smiled, "Master Xiao's method is also the only reliable method at present, but there are still some shortcomings. Find a method that does not need to disperse the troops, but also minimizes the loss, and is not afraid of outside attacks."
Xiao Qin's face at this moment was as embarrassed as if he had eaten a dead fly, and he stared at Zhao Zun fiercely, "Then what good plan does Marquis Zhao have?"
Zhao Zun suppressed the smile on his face, and suddenly became serious, looking at Emperor Dongming, "Your Majesty, I suggest that Prince An lead troops to guard the people in Lincheng. After rebuilding."
Xiao Qin's entire face was distorted, "Marquis Zhao, are you trying to trap King An in it!"
"No, no one is allowed to enter or leave. At least it can rule out that some people deliberately incite the people, and it will also make the people feel at ease. King An eats and lives with the people, and even King An is fine. How can the people panic?"
No matter what Xiao Tan mentioned, Zhao Zun always had a way to break through, and the more he talked about it, the less good it would be for King An.
"Your Majesty, King An has been doing his duty for so many years, and his soldiers and horses may not be able to withstand the people. Besides, it will take seven or eight days at the fastest to come from the post city to this place. The water in the distance cannot quench the thirst."
Xiao Qin didn't bother to entangle with Zhao Zun any more, he underestimated him, or the right prime minister instigated him behind his back.
Zhao Zun suddenly knelt down, "I beg the emperor to issue an order to let His Royal Highness Chen Wang borrow 20,000 soldiers and horses from my humble servants, so that no one will be infected with the disease before King An enters the capital."
Xiao Tan blushed furiously, wishing he could strangle Zhao Zun to death, he shouldn't have asked more questions.
Xiao Tan also couldn't say a single word of rebuttal, and could only hope that Emperor Dongming would not agree. It can solve the epidemic without losing any of Emperor Dongming's soldiers. Emperor Dongming will definitely agree with it.
Xiao Tan's heart loosened, tightened and loosened again, and he felt that Emperor Dongming would agree.
Sure enough, Tokyo Metropolitan slapped the table, "Come on, hurry up to the eight hundred miles of Yicheng, and let King An lead the troops into Beijing immediately!"
"Marquis Zhao, the limit is ten days. If one person is infected with the disease, I will punish him with fifty sticks. If ten people are infected with the disease, I will punish him with five hundred sticks. No mercy!"
Zhao Zun said in a deep voice, "My minister takes orders!"
However, Xiao Tan's heart sank, and an ominous premonition lingered in his heart. He thought of countless possibilities, but he never thought of dragging An Wang into the water.
It's an epidemic again. If King An is infected with the epidemic, Xiao Qin can't even imagine it. There is no place to complain. Even the Queen Mother will definitely agree. If 20,000 soldiers and horses are exchanged for King Chen Anwen, even the Queen Mother will never refute.
As Xiao Qin expected, when Emperor Dongming went to find Empress Dowager Lian, he would either continue to guard the king or lend troops to Zhao Zun, and even Empress Dowager agreed without hesitation.
It was even negotiated. As soon as King An set off, he immediately let Prince Chen leave the capital. After Xiao Qin learned of the result, his heart sank to the bottom of the valley.
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