Drunk Bamboo

They ate the breakfast prepared by Baiguo on the mountain, sat for a while, and then slowly walked down the mountain.

As soon as he returned to the city, Hua Qinfeng was stopped by He Qing, a young eunuch beside Eunuch Dong, who said that he was urgently summoned by the emperor.

Xie Yuzhu returned to the palace to study the plague cases of that year.

Hua Qinfeng looked unhappy. He was called to the palace even though he was on vacation. His good mood was interrupted.

He Qing, who was leading the way, noticed that his expression was different from usual and kindly reminded him.

"His Majesty specially summoned you when you were on leave, which shows how much trust your Majesty has in you now."

There was a hint of displeasure between Hua Qinfeng's brows. "Does the eunuch know what this is about?"

What important matter requires him to enter the palace? !

"Your Majesty did not attend court today because he did not see the court officials arguing endlessly over the selection of candidates for the southern tour. His Majesty is worried and probably wants to seek your advice."

Although He Qing has only been in the palace for a short time, she is smart and able to read people's expressions, which makes her very much liked by Eunuch Dong.

To be noticed by the eunuch Dong, who has become a spirit, one must have some abilities.

When he entered Baoping Hall, the emperor saw him and asked someone to offer him a seat with a smile on his face.

"It's your day off today. I asked you to come in, but am I disturbing your rest?"

Hua Qinfeng thought so in his heart, but he could only say: "My father summons me, and I will obey him."

The emperor just asked casually, and nodded with satisfaction when he heard such an answer.

"I heard that there was no one in the entire Fengwang Mansion. The eunuch went to the Imperial Guards to ask about your whereabouts."

While the court was in turmoil, he was the only one who could take everyone in the palace out for fun and stay single.

Hua Qinfeng couldn't help but smile, "Yuzhu wants to see the red maples in the eastern suburbs, so I'll take the people in the mansion with me, and we'll climb the mountain to watch the sunrise while we have time."

"Does it look good?"

"what?"

Hua Qinfeng thought he had heard wrongly.

The emperor patiently asked, "Are the sunrises and red maples beautiful?"

He lowered his head and answered truthfully: "The golden light is endless and the red clouds fill the mountains. It is very beautiful. If you have time, you can go and have a look."

The emperor's tone was full of yearning, "Hearing what you said, I really want to take a look."

Soon he returned to his ruthless state.

"I asked you to come to the palace because I wanted to ask you what you think about the Southern Tour."

"It is a good thing to punish corrupt officials during the Southern Tour. I support you, my father."

The emperor stared at him and asked, "Who do you think is the most suitable person to go on the southern tour for me?"

Hua Qinfeng said directly: "I don't know."

The emperor was amused by his frankness.

He relaxed his guard and his eyes softened.

"It's okay, just say whatever you want. I just want to hear more opinions."

"Some people recommend the Crown Prince, some recommend King Wen, and some recommend the Censor. What do you think?"

Hua Qinfeng didn't even think about it and said, "I think both are fine."

As long as it’s not him and not a corrupt official, it doesn’t matter who goes.

The emperor raised his eyebrows, "How do you explain it?"

"Since he is replacing my father, even if he is a commoner, it is like the emperor himself. As long as he can distinguish right from wrong, handles things impartially, is not afraid of power, and cleans up the corrupt officials along the way, he will be the best candidate."

There was surprise in the emperor's eyes. "Feng'er, what you mean is that it would be best to find something that no one would expect, to go on a secret visit and catch the local officials off guard?"

Hua Qinfeng didn't think too much about it, but still responded calmly: "Father is wise."

"Very good, Feng'er, this is a good idea." The emperor was overjoyed. He now liked Hua Qinfeng better and trusted him more. "Since you took charge of the Imperial Guard, you have handled the affairs very well. Commander Xun reported to me that you also strengthened the guards in the palace and the patrol time is more reasonable. It's all your credit."

He said modestly: "It's all their credit. I did nothing."

"You are good at taking credit but not being proud of yourself. This is your strength." The emperor said generously, "Okay, I have disturbed your rest today. I will let you rest for another day tomorrow. Go back and spend more time with Yuzhu."

"Thank you, father." Hua Qinfeng finally smiled.

When the emperor saw him smiling like a child, the corners of his mouth couldn't help but rise.

When he walked out of Baoping Palace, Xun Shurui was waiting for him at the Jinjie Gate.

"Your Majesty."

"But what did you find out?"

Xun Shurui raised his eyes and reported seriously, "In the past two days, in addition to the food delivered to the imperial kitchen every day, a large amount of medicinal materials were also delivered to the pharmacy."

His brows immediately furrowed, "Where is Fu'an Palace?"

"Your Majesty has collected two carts of flowers and plants, and sent them all to Fu'an Palace." Xun Shurui continued, "The imperial kitchen has been checked and nothing unusual is found. But it's not easy for us to go in and search the pharmacy and Fu'an Palace directly."

His eyes were deep, "Is it such a coincidence? One is the Shang Pharmacy, and the other is the Fu'an Palace. Both are related to the Imperial Concubine."

"This batch of Linhai Snow Lotus must be found."

Xun Shurui asked: "What reason can you find to search?"

Hua Qinfeng lowered his brows and thought for a while, then said, "In a few days, during the Double Ninth Festival, there will be a grand sacrificial ceremony in the palace. The weather is dry, and if the sacrificial candles are not carefully guarded, sparks will inevitably fly out and cause a small fire."

Xun Shurui was stunned for a moment, but soon understood, "I understand, we can search openly after putting out the fire."

Hua Qinfeng nodded and warned, "Tell the brothers to be careful."

"Yes."

Hua Qinfeng sighed softly.

Why is there so much trouble?

After leaving the palace and returning home, he went to seek advice from Yuzhu.

Thinking of this, I felt better.

"The upper pharmacy is full of medicinal materials, and it takes a lot of effort for the imperial soldiers to find them. I'll find Qi Zhen and let him check more conveniently." Xie Yuzhu was flipping through the "Poisonous Herb Book" in the study, and put the patient case he had read before under another medical book.

Hua Qinfeng drank his tea and said, "Then I will ask Xun Shurui to focus on investigating Fu'an Palace."

"Ah."

Hua Qinfeng saw the bottles and jars on the table, as well as a small dish of Piranha plant liquid, "You spent the afternoon studying Piranha plants?"

"Yes. I want to understand the properties of the Piranha Plant as soon as possible. Once Lin Hai Xue Lian arrives, I can concentrate on studying it."

"Don't be too tired. Father has given me an extra day to rest. Where would you like to go tomorrow?"

Hua Qinfeng walked up to her and said cheerfully.

"Tomorrow..." Xie Yuzhu paused and made an appointment with Zhang Xinghe tomorrow.

She quickly added, "I promised Grandpa Zhao to go to Renjitang to help, so I'm afraid I can't accompany the prince."

Although Hua Qinfeng was a little disappointed, he would not disturb her from studying medicine, so he smiled and said, "It's okay, I'll go to the master to learn, and I'll bring you lunch at noon."

"No need. Zhang's house is too far from Renjitang. Your Highness doesn't need to come here on purpose. I will go to Yungui Pharmacy with Yunling for dinner. It's a rare opportunity for her to reunite with her family."

Also reasonable.

Hua Qinfeng could only say: "Okay. I'll pick you up in the evening."

She agreed, "Yeah."

Then he asked with concern: "Otherwise, let the secret guards follow you. I will feel at ease."

Xie Yuzhu raised her eyes and said softly, "Changfeng Tower is short of manpower. You don't have to waste time following me all day. The patrol soldiers are everywhere in the street. I will be fine."

Hua Qinfeng looked ashamed, "There have been a lot of things going on recently, and Gu Suiyi was complaining that there were not enough people."

"Don't worry about me, Your Majesty."

Xie Yuzhu felt a little uncomfortable.

It's hard to lie.

Especially for Huaqinfeng.