Professional Ethics of a Concubine

Great Zhao.

After the Lantern Festival, Ming Yan was appointed as the Censor-in-Chief and went to work in the Ministry of Revenue. This caused quite a stir both inside and outside the court.

There are many people who oppose it, but of course, there are also many who support it.

"Isn't this the Emperor's absurdity? He actually appointed a ten-year-old girl as the Censor. Is there no one left in the royal family of our Great Zhao?"

"Yes, that's too much! Even if the emperor loves Princess Baozhu, he can't do this."

"Don't talk nonsense all the time. Princess Baozhu is very smart and is more experienced than some accountants in checking accounts. I have personally seen Princess Baozhu's elegance when she was doing the accounting. No one can compare to her!"

"No matter how capable you are, you can't let a ten-year-old girl work in the Ministry of Revenue!"

"Why not! The Emperor and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince have always promoted people based on their talents, regardless of their background or age, they only value their abilities!

Princess Baozhu is of noble birth and outstanding ability, but she is a little young, what's the problem! "

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At the beginning, there were naturally many voices of opposition. However, as Mingyan demonstrated her intelligence and talent, the voices of doubt became fewer and fewer, and the voices of defense became more and more.

Mingyan also has many loyal supporters. If anyone dares to say anything bad about Princess Baozhu, they will stand up and make a scene.

There were even people who directly filed complaints with the emperor, writing letters saying that someone was saying bad things about his granddaughter.

The emperor couldn't help but laugh when he saw this kind of complaint.

Then, the emperor first praised the official who filed the complaint, saying that he had a keen eye for people and was not bound by conventions.

Then she scolded the official who spoke ill of her granddaughter, calling him an old stubborn man with a cruel heart who couldn't even tolerate a ten-year-old child.

It's too biased.

This praise and scolding immediately made the others behave themselves. Even if they were not convinced, they shut up.

For Mingyan, she did learn a lot when she went to the Ministry of Revenue and grew very quickly. Although she was young, she was very powerful.

Especially, after she changed into the official uniform specially made for her, with her hair tied up, her belt fastened around her waist, her face stern, and her hands behind her back, she looked like a miniature version of the prince, very majestic.

In just half a month, Mingyan had established a firm foothold in the Ministry of Revenue and made those old stubborn people in the ministry obedient.

Mingyan also learned from Ye Qingzhi, making full use of her age, looks and sweet words.

When correcting those stubborn old men, Mingyan didn't act like an adult with a stern face. Instead, she acted cute, smiled, and sweetly called them "Grandpa xx" a few times, which instantly softened their attitude.

In the end, those old stubborn people became Ming Yan's most loyal supporters.

Whatever Princess Baozhu said is right!

As long as Princess Baozhu has checked the accounts, there will be absolutely no problem!

If you want to argue with us, then we are right. If you don’t agree, come and fight me. Why don’t you try pushing me?

Everyone: No, no, I’ll just slip away.

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East Palace.

For Ye Qingzhi, after the disaster, there was nothing for her to do, so she returned to her leisurely retirement life.

When I have nothing to do, I would trim some flowers and plants, write a few words, paint for a while, or chat with the Crown Princess.

The prince is too busy during the day and is rarely seen. Sometimes she doesn't even come back at night. In a month, except for the days when she has her period, she only has a few days to work at night.

Not to mention overtime, that is a very distant thing.

This is a man who is working hard for his career. He has no time to sleep, let alone play around.

Ye Qingzhi was very satisfied with this situation. This is how a man should work hard for his career outside. Otherwise, how could a woman lie comfortably behind him?

That night, Xie Jin came back, looking a little unhappy.

"What's wrong with Your Highness? You can have your meal now. Who has made Your Highness angry again?" Ye Qingzhi asked him with a smile.

"I've eaten out." Xie Jin said, taking out a letter and handing it to Ye Qingzhi, "It's from Xie Wenyuan, take a look."

Ye Qingzhi took it, but before she could even look at it, Xie Jin handed her another box, "This is a gift from Feng Yuxi for you and Xiaokang."

"Thank you, Your Highness." Ye Qingzhi took it with a smile, put it aside, and then began to open the letter. She quickly read it, frowned, and asked,

"The Chu-Zhao war will break out in the fall. Are we ready?"

"You can never be fully prepared." Xie Jin shook his head, but then changed the subject and said with a smile,

“Compared to before, we now have sophisticated weapons and armor, powerful firearms and gunpowder, and sufficient logistical supplies.

In addition, we have internal supporters in the State of Chu. Compared with our cohesive military and popular spirit, the State of Chu can only be described as a group of scattered warriors, each with his own little thoughts.

No matter from which angle you look at it, this Chu-Zhao war is a sure win and can be easily won!"

Upon hearing this, Ye Qingzhi couldn't help but nodded, and she also agreed with what the prince said.

In this life, they are fully prepared, which must be a hundred times better than the previous life in her dream. Prince Su, Ling Yue and the others will be fine.

This time, it’s best not to let them go to the battlefield!

"By the way, this letter said that the King of Qi also died in this war in his previous life. I have never paid attention to the King of Qi and am not familiar with him at all."

Ye Qingzhi said, and asked in confusion,

"Why has he been stationed in Chu Territory for so long and not come back in the past few years? The Emperor shouldn't have said not to let him come back, right?"

"I have only met him a few times, but never had any in-depth contact with him. I really don't know why he didn't come back, especially since there has been no war between Chu and Zhao in the past two years."

Xie Jin shook his head and spoke again,

"The emperor summoned him back two years ago, but he refused, saying that he was not feeling well and was not suitable to travel.

This year, because the Chu State changed its garrison general, some minor frictions started to occur again, so it was understandable that he did not come back. "

"Then why do you think he doesn't return to Beijing?" Ye Qingzhi asked him.

Xie Jin shook his head again and said helplessly,

"I really can't say. You are flattering the King of Qi by saying that he is taciturn. You might as well say that he is dumb.

Unless it was necessary to command a war, the King of Qi could go a whole day without saying a word and his expression would not change much.

Even if my people were watching his every move, they couldn't get any useful information."

Ye Qingzhi,...

Oh, what a weird thing this is.

"Your Highness, I find that the princes and princesses of your Xie family all have their own personalities." Ye Qingzhi said with a smile.

Xie Yuan also smiled when he heard this, "Yes, each of them has their own personality. But, they are also quite capable.

You probably don't know that when the King of Qi was only fifteen years old, he was already invincible in the army.

His father also had high expectations for him, hoping that he could take on the title of the next God of War like his uncle.

However, his stubborn personality also gave his father a headache. When talking to him, he usually got no response and no one knew what he was thinking.

You may think that he has no ambitions, but you are afraid that he will do something big for you without saying a word. "

"I understand." Ye Qingzhi couldn't help but smile.

"I saw that Xie Wenyuan also emphasized in the letter that you should protect Xiaoliu's safety and make sure that he doesn't get hurt accidentally due to researching firearms.

It is obvious that Xie Wenyuan's sense of belonging to the Great Zhao is getting stronger and stronger, and he regards you as his important relatives, so he said this. "

Xie Jin nodded. He had nothing much to say about Xie Wenyuan's performance. He was just satisfied.

To say more, it is very satisfying!

"As for Xiaoliu, I asked Xiaokang to bless him and also donated money and food in his name to accumulate merit for him."

Xie Jin said,

"In addition, some of Xiaoliu's inventions benefit the country and the people, and he will also accumulate a lot of merit, which can ensure that explosion accidents will not happen to him."

"Your Highness is really thoughtful!" Ye Qingzhi gave him a thumbs up, gave him a big thumbs up, and then asked in confusion,

"After talking like this, I feel like everything is under control. Your Highness, why are you still frowning? What are you worried about?"

"The Chu-Zhao war is about to begin. I plan to take Mingyan and Mingyu to the south in two months."

Xie Jin said,

"They are still young after all, so I won't let them go directly to the battlefield, but I want them to go and take a look at the military camp over there.

Look at how the army's rear is supplied, look at the suffering wounded soldiers, look at the blood-stained city walls...

Without witnessing the cruelty of war and being awed by it, they are not qualified candidates for the throne."

Ye Qingzhi agreed with Xie Jin and felt that letting them go would do more good than harm.

Although she loves her two children very much, to be honest, after all, they are not her own, so she does not have the irrational mentality to protect them.

That’s right. If the Crown Princess knew the Crown Prince’s plan, she would probably lose her appetite and sleep.

"Your Highness, I think you are right. The future heir to the throne needs necessary training and tempering!"

Ye Qingzhi nodded heavily, and then emphasized,

"This time we are going to fight. I don't know anything about fighting and I can't do anything. I won't go along and cause trouble!!!"

Xie Jin had the expression I had expected, but seeing how she was trying to avoid him, he still flicked her forehead unhappily.

"I know, and I don't plan to take you there to suffer. Just continue to lie down comfortably in the palace."

"Your Highness, you are the one who understands me the best. How could there be such a perfect man in this world, and I have met him.

Oh, I'm so happy that I'm about to faint, Your Highness, please hug me quickly!"

Upon hearing this, Ye Qingzhi leaned to the side and leaned on Xie Jin.

Xie Jin, ...

Looking at her smug and happy face, he couldn't even say the words he wanted to complain that she didn't want to follow him.

"Your Highness, I will miss you very much!" Ye Qingzhi hugged him and kissed him again and again, almost washing his face with her saliva.

Xie Jin, ...

Very good. I have clearly sensed your desire for me to go to the battlefield alone.

Congested.

Xie Jin said that sometimes being too clear-headed and understanding the other person too well is not good either, as even a bite of candy tastes bitter.