So what if I traveled through time? I'll continue to roll in another place

After sending Rui Ge'er away, Shu Rongxue stayed in the room, lighted by a lamp, looking through the account books of various families.

Suddenly, she thought of something and a hint of determination flashed in her eyes. She had indeed missed a key person.

Without further ado, Shu Rongxue called the steward to pass on the message. She decided to visit the powerful official with ambiguous attitude in person tonight.

It was late at night, and the small carriage of Prince Jin's palace arrived lightly in front of a mansion. Shu Rongxue pulled up her veil. This might be the first time she visited a guest without going through the main entrance.

Mu Jin led her to the side door and knocked gently. The door opened immediately and the steward led them in.

"A distinguished guest has arrived. My master has been waiting for a long time." The steward said politely.

Shu Rongxue nodded slightly, and Mu Jin responded on her behalf, "Thank you, manager."

The steward led them through the courtyard and into the hall.

I saw a middle-aged man standing with his hands behind his back. He had an upright posture and an elegant temperament. He was the Minister of Personnel, Zhao Lingji.

Knowing that the Princess of Jin was coming to visit, Madam Zhao and Princess Xunzhen Wu Shuyi were also waiting in the main hall.

"Greetings, Princess." The couple bowed and greeted.

Although Zhao Lingji and his wife are older, they are of a lower generation. In an ordinary family, they would call Shu Rongxue aunt.

They welcomed Shu Rongxue to the seat of honor, and Mrs. Zhao's personal maid served her tea, then sent the attendants away.

"What's the matter with the princess visiting you so late at night?" Lord Zhao asked with a smile, as if he didn't know what Shu Rongxue was thinking.

Shu Rongxue raised his head, looked directly into Zhao Lingji's eyes, and said straight to the point: "Sir, the court is in turmoil now, and His Majesty is young. As a loyal minister of Da Zhao, don't you want to find a clear way out for the country?"

Zhao Lingji's eyes flashed with surprise, but he quickly regained his composure, "Why do you say that, Princess?"

Shu Rongxue raised the corner of his mouth slightly, "Lord Zhao is a smart man and a family member, so he naturally understands what I mean. Right now, the prince is leading troops to fight outside and working hard for the country. Someone is ruining the prince's reputation at this critical moment. Isn't this bad for our Dazhao?"

"Your Highness is the son of Emperor Gaozu. He is diligent and hardworking, and he always stepped forward when Dazhao was in trouble. But now he is being slandered. It is really unfair." Shu Rongxue paused, and then said, "If we allow those treacherous people to succeed, I am afraid that the spirits of our ancestors will be shaken and uneasy."

Zhao Lingji was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "What the princess said is very true. The prince is fighting for the country, so all the supplies and food must be prepared. It's just a rumor from the outside world..."

Zhao Lingji paused and said, "This matter involves a lot of people. If we want to verify it, it may not be easy."

"I know the difficulty." Shu Rongxue said firmly, "But as long as you are willing to help, we will find evidence and clear the prince's name. But the most urgent task now is to send troops to escort food and grass to relieve Liangdu's predicament as soon as possible. We must not let the prince get hurt."

Zhao Lingji looked at Shu Rongxue and thought to himself. He knew that Shu Rongxue came here to establish the order to assist the army in the court and to clear up the rumors about Yuan Ming.

Now he could immediately agree to aid the army, but he had not yet decided whether Chu Yuanming was really as stubborn as the rumors said.

"The princess's worries are not without reason. I will propose to arrange for the escort of grain and grass at the court tomorrow morning." Zhao Lingji said, "However, the rumors about the prince still need to be considered in the long run."

Shu Rongxue stood up and bowed, "Thank you, sir. I believe that you will give justice to the prince."

"I dare not accept the princess's gift!" The Zhao couple hurriedly returned the greeting.

"It's just..." Zhao Lingji hesitated to speak.

"Sir, please just say what you want to say." Shu Rongxue stood up and looked at Zhao Lingji.

"But the journey to transport the grain and fodder is long, and there may be accidents along the way. I think we need to send a capable person to go ahead." Zhao Lingji stroked his beard and said thoughtfully.

Shu Rongxue knew that this journey was full of difficulties, but she couldn't find a suitable candidate at the moment. "Does your Excellency have anyone to recommend?" Shu Rongxue asked.

Zhao Lingji looked at his wife and said, "I think Chu Haoning, the deputy minister of the Ministry of War, is worthy of the trust."

Shu Rongxue's heart moved. She knew Chu Hao Ning. He was born into a royal family and his wife was Xiao Yueshan's sister. He was indeed a good candidate to consider.

"Master Zhao is right. This is a good candidate." Shu Rongxue replied with a smile. "Then I'll have to trouble Master Zhao to recommend this person in the court."

"This is my responsibility." Zhao Lingji bowed.

Shu Rongxue nodded. How could she not know that Zhao Lingji had changed the subject and refused to mention anything about protecting Chu Yuanming.

Now that the issue of escorting grain and grass has been resolved, Shu Rongxue will not easily let go of the opportunity for a deep conversation. Since Zhao Lingji doesn't want to mention Song Pu, then let her talk about it, so that her trip won't be in vain.

"In your opinion, is this the situation that the Prime Minister wants to see?" Shu Rongxue elegantly picked up the teacup and sipped the tea.

Zhao Lingji's face changed slightly. He didn't expect Shu Rongxue to mention Song Pu so directly.

He lowered his head and thought for a moment, then slowly said, "The Prime Minister has been assisting the government for many years, and he has been wholeheartedly assisting Your Majesty. Perhaps some things he did were out of necessity."

"You have no choice?" Shu Rongxue sneered, "If someone hadn't deliberately led the rumors, how could they spread so quickly? Now that the prince is fighting outside, and someone in the court is taking the opportunity to stir up trouble, how could this be a last resort?"

"If assisting Your Majesty's loyalty requires sacrificing the country and the people of Dazhao, is the Prime Minister's loyalty really loyalty?" Although Shu Rongxue had not yet investigated the pros and cons, this sentence just hit the nail on the head.

Zhao Lingji was speechless for a moment. He certainly knew the twists and turns in this matter, but he couldn't directly blame Song Pu. In addition, due to his status as a clan member, he took a wait-and-see attitude, so it was naturally difficult for him to point it out clearly.

Seeing that Zhao Lingji didn't say anything, Shu Rongxue continued, "Sir, I came here today not to hold anyone responsible. It's just that the situation is unstable now, and we must unite to overcome the difficulties together."

Zhao Lingji nodded slightly to show his agreement.

Shu Rongxue added: "The Shangshu is in a high position and has great power. If he can stand on the side of the prince, all problems will be solved."

"Of course, the Prime Minister's words are his bond. If he really wants to protect the Da Zhao foundation, he should be more upright." She said with dissatisfaction in her tone.

Zhao Lingji was silent for a moment before he slowly said, "I will do my best in this matter."

Seeing that his goal had been achieved, Shu Rongxue stood up and said calmly, "Forget it. Sorry for bothering me today. I hope you will take care of me in the court tomorrow."

After saying this, she turned and left. The Zhao family couple saw her off to the door.

Looking at Shu Rongxue's departing back, he secretly sighed: This Princess of Jin is indeed not a simple person...

After leaving the Zhao Mansion, Shu Rongxue felt a little more relaxed.

She believed that as long as she had Zhao Lingji's support, the matter of raising and depositing grain should be able to proceed smoothly.

And what she had to do next was to find a way to find out the truth behind the rumors against Chu Yuanming. Although she didn't have any clues, she only had one opponent, Song Pu, and it would be a sure thing to investigate around him.