Zhou Shuren and the emperor were in the box on the second floor. The emperor sat down and asked, "Just now I heard Lord Yu speak, and he didn't have an accent at all. I didn't know this, and I thought Lord Yu was not an envoy, but a minister of our dynasty."
After hearing this, Zhou Shuren glanced at Lord Yu. Not only did he not have an accent, but even his appearance and temperament were very similar. You know, he had met many envoys, including some from neighboring countries. Even though their hair was black, their temperament could not be deceived. They were obviously foreigners at first glance.
Lord Yu was not panicked at all, and replied with a smile: "Really? I didn't even notice it myself."
The emperor looked deeply at Lord Yu, then turned his head and watched the opera being performed.
Chang Yi had no right to speak at this time. He just sat there obediently, but he was very crazy in his heart. He actually thought that one day he would be able to sit with the emperor and watch a play, and sit so close to him. He felt like he was dreaming just thinking about it.
Zhou Shuren didn't like listening to operas. When he saw the emperor tapping the table with his fingertips, Zhou Shuren chatted casually, "Lord Yu has been to many places in the capital."
Yu Yin seemed to be fascinated by the show and replied a little slowly, "Yes, I have visited many places."
Zhou Shuren asked Changyi with a smile, "Can you take Lord Yu to have a look around Rongyuan?"
Chang Yi, "We've been there. We walked along the way."
Zhou Shuren continued to say to Yu Yin, "Rong Garden was built by the Emperor and will become a royal garden in the future. If Lord Yu comes at the end of next year, it may be completed. Then you will have the opportunity to visit the garden."
Yu Yin's hand froze, "Really? Unfortunately, I am old now. I suffered a lot during this voyage. I won't have a chance to come back home in the future."
Zhou Shuren's eyes deepened, "That's such a pity. Rongyuan has a history."
Changyi looked at his father in confusion. Why did his father keep mentioning Rongyuan
Yu Yin seemed very interested, "Oh?"
Zhou Shuren whispered, "Rong Garden was originally the residence of the Rong family in the previous dynasty. It was destroyed by a fire. The emperor kept the place when he founded the dynasty, hoping to see if there were any living Rong family members. Unfortunately, after so many years, the Rong family seems to have been wiped out. In order to commemorate the Rong family, the emperor built Rong Garden and named it after Rong Dang, the name of the Rong family."
Yu Yin groaned, then lowered his legs, "I'm getting old, my legs aren't as good as they used to be, and my legs are cramping."
Zhou Shuren smiled, then stopped talking and turned his head to watch the opera being performed. He had no appreciation for it and only thought the sound was annoying. But the emperor liked it, so he endured the suffering.
They say it is an honor to accompany the emperor, bah, he really doesn't care.
However, Zhou Shuren felt that he had gained a lot today. Lord Yu, to be honest, he had originally not paid attention to the envoy and had never asked his son about it. Now he can ask his son more when he goes back.
The emperor's mind was a little distracted. To be honest, even if Lord Yu hadn't run into him, he would have found a chance to meet him, because Lord Yu's country was exactly the overseas location of the Rong family. He had already sent people to investigate, and the investigators had not returned yet, but the envoy had arrived first.
He asked Zhou Shuren to test him directly. His mind had been on Lord Yu just now. He could see clearly that Lord Yu had been unnatural several times. Even if he was not a member of the Rong family, he was related to the Rong family.
In a scene, the four people sitting there were all absent-minded, thinking about their own things.
After the play ended, the emperor stood up and said, "I have something else to do, so I have to go back to the palace first."
Zhou Shuren hurriedly asked, "Your Majesty, can I go home?"
The emperor looked at Zhou Changyi and agreed, "Yes."
Lord Yu hurriedly stood up to greet the emperor. After the emperor left, Lord Yu said, "I am old. I have been out for a while and I am very tired. I will go back first."
Zhou Shuren smiled, "I will send someone to take you back right away."
After Lord Yu left, Chang Yi and his father sat in their own carriage, "Dad, is there something wrong with Lord Yu?"
Zhou Shuren, "Well, it's a big problem."
Sometimes, straightforward temptation is very useful, especially for old foxes. The more roundabout the temptation is, the more experienced the old fox is. On the contrary, straightforward temptation can touch people's hearts.
Chang Yi was a little confused, "A spy?"
Zhou Shuren smiled, "No, tell me about Lord Yu's situation and family."
Chang Yi also felt that his response just now was a bit silly, and cleared his throat, "This Lord Yu's family is very large, but it has gradually declined. There were many officials in the court a hundred years ago, but now there are only a few. This diplomatic mission seems to be something Lord Yu's family fought for."
Zhou Shuren had heard enough news. It was no surprise that the Yu family was the Rong family overseas. If Rong Garden had not been established, the overseas Rong family would still not send anyone back if Chang Yi was sent on a diplomatic mission.
When he got home, Zhou Shuren walked briskly. He had nearly half a day off, and he liked having days off, so he hummed a tune and went back to see his wife.
Chang Yi quickly reached out and pulled his father's clothes, "Dad, don't leave in a hurry. I have something to ask you."
Zhou Shuren, "Let go first."
Chang Yi let go of his hand with a dry laugh, "My son grabbed it himself."
Zhou Shuren snorted. He didn't believe it and still didn't change direction. "It's okay for your mother to hear it."
Chang Yi, “… . . . .”
This old man sticks to my mother all the time.
In the main courtyard, Zhulan had rested and was reading a book when she heard footsteps. "Why did you two come back together?"
Zhou Shuren briefly explained what happened, then sat aside and took the book from his wife's hand, "Are you reading pharmacology again?"
Zhulan hummed, "I read it, it's quite interesting."
Zhou Shuren put down the book and asked Changyi, "What do you want to ask?"
Chang Yi sat up straight and said, "My son has seen a lot during this mission. I think the slaves brought by foreign merchants should be strictly controlled."
Zhou Shuren raised his eyebrows, "What did you see?"
Chang Yi frowned, "Son, I have seen many foreign merchants treating slaves like animals. Beating and scolding are the least of their punishment. The food and things they use are the worst. Some slaves even got sick and infected the locals. So, son thinks they should be controlled and should not be allowed to come into contact with the people of the port."
Zhulan looked at Changyi and smiled. Changyi had eyes that were good at discovering things and a keen sense of crisis.
Zhou Shuren stroked his beard and said, "Don't worry. The Imperial Hospital is already preparing to set up inspection offices near all seaports next year."
Chang Yi was stunned for a moment, "Imperial Hospital?"
Zhou Shuren smiled and nodded, "Yes, it is the Imperial Hospital. A medical department has been set up in the Imperial Hospital, and doctors from all over the country can be mobilized. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has noticed what you have discovered, and has specially planned an area in the harbor."
So, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is really good, and he will be a good emperor if he succeeds to the throne.
Chang Yi was a little depressed, "Son, I think I can make some contributions."
Zhulan smiled, "You are already very good."
Chang Yi became more energetic, "Mom, is your son really that good?"
"Well, my son has just entered the official career and has achieved such political achievements. Mother is optimistic about you."
Changyi no longer had any disappointment in his heart, he was young.
Inside the palace, the emperor called Shi Qing and said, "Send someone to keep a close eye on Yu Yin."