You kid! You don't have to be so low-key! !

Wang Gang suddenly thought of something and asked:

"I heard that we also have an immortal on our side in this war. Your Highness, you have hidden this person too well. I have been following you for such a long time and I didn't even know that such a person existed!"

"When my injury is almost healed, I will make an introduction to my subordinates." Wang Gang complained.

Upon hearing this, Yu Qingxi looked at Changqing somewhat awkwardly.

She found that Changqing had turned his head away and didn't seem to want to explain.

Yu Qingxi's heart moved, and a hint of cunning flashed in her eyes. She decided to give Changqing a "surprise".

So, she pretended to be mysterious and said, "Well, that immortal is very optimistic about you and wants to take you as his disciple!"

When Changqing heard this, he was stunned.

He indeed didn't say such words, but when he saw Yu Qingxi's cunning eyes, he immediately realized that he had been "tricked" by Yu Qingxi.

There was no way I could hide it in the first place, and now I am reaping the consequences.

Wang Gang on the bed was a little surprised: "Really?! My fate has finally come, hahahahaha"

His laughter echoed in the ward.

After chatting for a few more sentences, Yu Qingxi and Changqing left the Imperial Hospital.

It was almost dusk at this time. After the two of them had their meal together, they returned to Shujuan Hall.

In Shujuan Hall, Yu Qingxi and Changqing held a small meeting.

Chang Qing looked at Yu Qingxi who was sitting in front of the desk and said seriously:

"Subdue the army, replenish personnel, restore the economy, solve the financial shortage, appease the people's livelihood, recuperate, persuade the officials to succeed smoothly, select talents, establish systems, and crack down on corrupt officials... Now is the time to test you."

Yu Qingxi nodded. She knew that the current situation was extremely serious and that she had a heavy responsibility.

After pondering for a moment, she began to explain her plan in an orderly manner.

"First, we have to solve the problem of food and fodder for the army. Most of the food and fodder has been secretly withheld, and it must have been delivered to various border checkpoints by now."

"Tomorrow I will invite the commanders of the four major border defense armies to come for a talk, and use these grains as bargaining chips to win their support. Although this may be a bit despicable, it is an urgent measure now."

Yu Qingxi said firmly.

Changqing nodded in agreement and added:

"After that, you can increase military salaries and train your own military backbones to carry out blood transfusions, which can strengthen your influence and control over the military."

Yu Qingxi wrote down these suggestions and continued:

"The financial constraints also require us to take some measures."

"I will turn the Merchant Alliance into a Royal Merchant Alliance, attract more merchants to join, strengthen trade cooperation with neighboring countries, promote economic circulation, and increase national fiscal revenue."

Changqing then proposed:

"I suggest that salt and iron be brought under state ownership, as these two items are very profitable. In addition, building roads and bridges is also key, because convenient transportation is the first element of economic development."

Yu Qingxi continued to write it down and said:

"In terms of people's livelihood, we must carry out disaster relief and reconstruction work as quickly as possible, and provide assistance and comfort to the affected people. At the same time, we must strengthen guidance on agricultural production and ensure a stable food supply. We must reduce taxes and give the people a rest."

"Strictly prohibit the sale of land, so that farmers can have a few acres of land of their own. This is what farmers need."

Changqing added.

Yu Qingxi looked at Changqing,

"The work of selecting talents and establishing systems requires the joint efforts of all officials. Through examinations and selection, we can tap into talents with potential and inject new vitality into the country's development. We must establish an honest and efficient bureaucracy, crack down on corruption, and ensure that the interests of the country and the people are not harmed."

Chang Qing thought of Que Zhihe and said:

"I will leave my Hanmen Academy to Que Zhihe to manage. I will teach you some of the product production methods I know."

"10% of the proceeds will be given to Que Zhihe to run the academy. The academy can waive a large portion of tuition fees for poor students, and poor students with good grades can also receive scholarships."

Yu Qingxi is very smart and the methods he suggested are very targeted. Chang Qing is glad that he chose the right person and feels relieved.

The two chatted for a long time, perfecting many details. Yu Qingxi didn't know if it was an illusion, but Changqing seemed to be getting more and more relaxed, as if a heavy burden had been unloaded.

Yu Qingxi suddenly felt a little sad. Somehow, she felt that this otherworldly man in front of her, who had a jade-like temperament, would soon go away like the breeze.

Yu Qingxi looked at Chang Qing and said, "Mr. Zhang, the war is about to end. What position do you want? How about the position of the royal chief priest?"

Chang Qing was slightly stunned, then shook his head gently and said:

"No need. Actually, I came out of the mountains this time only because I saw the suffering of the people in the world and offered help. Now that the matter is over, I should go back to practice."

When Yu Qingxi heard the word "go back", his heart ached.

An indescribable feeling of emptiness surged in my heart. I quickly turned my face to the window, looking at the starry night sky, and my voice trembled a little:

"When does Mr. Zhang want to leave?"

Chang Qing seemed not to hear the affection in his voice and said, "After you ascend the throne and implement all your policies, I will leave."

"Is that so? Then I wish Master Zhang good luck on his journey!"

Yu Qingxi still looked out the window and continued:

"By the way, Master Zhang, those martial arts masters have been injured in recent days. Can you be my bodyguard for a few days?"

"Of course," Changqing agreed.

Seeing that the sky had turned dark, he bowed and said:

"It's getting late, Princess, please take a rest first!"

After saying this, he retreated to the door.

Changqing leaped to the roof. A breeze blew leisurely, and the corners of his clothes fluttered. Changqing sighed.

"Love is the only word in the world that is hard to understand. When you see a mountain flowing, the water will flow away. If you like someone, do you want that person to like you too? There is no such reason."

Yu Qingxi understood this truth, so she could only like him silently, but she really didn't want to give up.

How could Chang Qing not understand Yu Qingxi's eyes? But the road ahead is long, the thorns are too many, and the years are too long. I can't even guarantee myself, so why involve others~

He looked at the distant starry sky, and a faint sadness welled up in his heart.

It's not that he doesn't understand the world of mortals, he just doesn't want to get involved. The same goes for Yu Qingxi.

Various emotions are intertwined together, like tangled silk threads, difficult to sort out.

Yu Qingxi, who was in the room, seemed to feel this complicated mood.

She held onto the wall, slowly squatted down, gently closed her eyes, and let the tears slide quietly.

The "love" that was thought to be impossible to appear in this life, now surged into her heart like a tide, making her unable to control herself.

However, when Chang Qing caught a glimpse of the light in Yu Qingxi's study, his heart sighed again.

Is this tenacious woman also troubled by this unsolvable emotion?

He sighed silently and sat on the roof. Since he had agreed to be a guard, he should fulfill his responsibilities.

This emotion can only be digested slowly by Yu Qingxi.

Inside the house, Yu Qingxi's cheeks were wet with tears.

She knew that she had deep feelings for this man, but she also knew that he had a wider world in his heart, with his pursuits and ideals. This contradiction almost drove her crazy.

Her dream has been achieved, but...it shouldn't have happened through this process, she shouldn't have met these people, and she shouldn't have met these people.

"It turns out that even the emperor, who is high above everyone else, cannot have everything."

Yu Qingxi smiled bitterly, and an inexplicable sadness surged in his heart.

She suddenly thought of something, stood up and walked towards a place.

She seemed to have made up her mind to find her own answer.