The most romantic little emperor

After a long while, Elder Feng frowned slightly and said in a low voice: "Your Majesty, this map is very strange, and there are no marks. It seems that there is no trace to be found."

"From the results that have been pieced together so far, this place seems to be deep in the mountains, or in a hilly area. There are not even any rivers or mountains. The symbols on it look like Taoist runes. I have never seen such a strange terrain in all my years."

Gao Lishi nodded slightly, his eyes gleaming with the light of the past, and he slowly said: "Your Majesty, I have lived in the palace for a long time. Although I never leave the house, I know a little about the glorious history of the great grandfather who swept across the world and destroyed Liang and founded the country."

"Perhaps, this dusty history may be of some help in deciphering the treasure map."

Qin Hao was filled with eagerness when he heard this, and his tone was full of expectation: "Mr. Gao, please feel free to speak. I am all ears. Let's explore the secret of this treasure map together."

After getting Qin Hao's approval, Gao Lishi slowly said, "Your Majesty, when the great ancestor led his army to attack Liang, the war was quite stalemate in the first two years, forming a seesaw battle, just like the black and white pieces on the chessboard, most of the territory was still controlled by Emperor Yang of Liang."

"Just imagine, if Emperor Liang Yang had secretly planned a retreat at that time, it might not be a wise move. After all, the situation is changing and the outcome of the war is unclear. The Liang army is not completely without a chance of turning the tables. The outcome of the battle is still subject to change in an instant."

After hearing Gao Lishi's analysis, Elder Feng nodded repeatedly, his voice steady and full of meaning, and said: "Your Majesty, what Lord Gao said is true, it is as clear as seeing through fire."

"If Emperor Liang Yang had not over-exploited several aristocratic families in the past, causing them to rebel and turn to the Grand Ancestor, how could the situation have changed so dramatically?"

"Those aristocratic families had money and food. It was with their strong support that our great grandfather was able to take advantage of this opportunity and advance all the way. In less than a year, he conquered the imperial city of Daliang and established an unprecedented foundation that shocked the world."

Qin Hao felt as if the morning mist had dissipated when he heard this, and his mind suddenly became clear. "What you mean is that my grandfather did not allow Emperor Liang Yang too much time to hide the treasure. Due to the tight time schedule, he could not afford to make too many arrangements."

"Just imagine, if you want to quietly move a mountain of gold and silver treasures in a short period of time, it is not an easy task. The distance is the most important factor to consider."

"Based on this reasoning, the treasure must be buried not too far from the palace, so as to avoid the burden of a long journey and the risk of leakage. But not too close to avoid it falling into the hands of others."

"If you are far away, your luck will be difficult. If you are close, accidents are likely to happen. The place where the treasure is hidden must be a well-planned middle way, which can keep the secret and is easy to control."

"I have to say that my cheap father-in-law was able to complete such an arrangement in a short time. Moreover, after so many years, there is still no clue of the treasure being discovered. This is indeed remarkable."

After listening to Qin Hao's insightful analysis, the two of them couldn't help but applaud and agree to show their appreciation and respect for the wisdom of the young emperor in front of them.

Feng Lao turned to ponder, a worry appeared between his brows, and he slowly said: "Your Majesty, I have a doubt in my heart. Since we have seen through this matter, there is no guarantee that those people with ulterior motives in the world have not had the same idea."

"However, after so many years, there is still no clue about the legendary treasure. I am worried that there is something fishy going on. Will this lead us into a carefully planned misunderstanding?"

Hearing this, Qin Hao curled up a faint smile at the corner of his mouth, and his eyes flashed with a deep light, as if he could see through the essence of all things in the world.

He spoke slowly, his voice gentle and magnetic: "What Elder Feng is worried about is indeed a mature and prudent view. However, let's think about it from another angle."

"At that time, the Daliang Dynasty was in turmoil and in danger, but Emperor Liang Yang was able to quietly transport so much wealth from the palace under the watchful eyes of the public and without leaking any news. How did he do it?"

Old Feng and Gao Lishi looked at each other in silence, their eyes flashing with deep light, and they both fell into deep thought.

Qin Hao did not rush to answer the two people. Instead, he leisurely picked up the brush and wrote two vigorous and powerful big characters on the rice paper.

Elder Feng's eyes slowly moved along with the ink stain, and finally stopped at it. He whispered with a hint of disbelief and sudden enlightenment in his voice: "Secret passage?"

"Yes."

Qin Hao raised his lips in a confident smile, which contained the depth and wisdom that only an emperor could have: "Those secret things cannot fly out of the palace. If they leave directly from the palace gate, it will be tantamount to exposing their own weaknesses, and there will always be clues left behind."

"So, only through that unknown secret passage can they be transported out of the palace quietly and seamlessly."

Gao Lishi heard this, a shrewd look flashed in his eyes, and he quickly bowed and agreed, his voice full of flattery and admiration: "Your Majesty is right, only in this way can we perfectly explain all the mysteries involved."

Qin Hao's eyes were deep, as if he could see through everything in the world, but he turned a deaf ear to Gao Lishi's words. His fingertips spun lightly, and he continued to outline the infinite thoughts in his heart on the delicate rice paper.

As the ink moves, a sketch quietly takes shape and appears on the paper, like a painting that is about to reveal a mystery.

Qin Hao slowly put down the pen in his hand, his eyes swept across the sketch that had just taken shape, and an unfathomable smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

Immediately, he whispered to Feng Lao and Gao Lishi beside him: "This picture is just a guess in my mind. As for the truth, I believe it will soon come to light."

"Master Feng, Lord Gao, tonight, you two will have to work hard. Take my handwritten order and conduct a search in the name of protecting the emperor."

"For anyone who claims that an assassin has sneaked into the palace with ill intentions, use this as an excuse to thoroughly investigate the entire palace, inside and out, and every hall and palace."

"Especially the secret passage hidden in the dark. It may be the path to the truth. Once discovered, it will surely help us uncover the mystery and find a key clue."

Upon hearing this, the two men suddenly felt a great sense of responsibility in their hearts, and with solemn expressions, they both agreed solemnly, not daring to slack off in the slightest. They all took the order and walked away quickly, with a sense of determination and perseverance revealed from their backs.

Their departure, like leaves falling before the wind, foreshadowed the coming of a violent storm, freezing the air in the entire palace.