During the height of summer this year, miraculously, no outbreak of the epidemic occurred in the entire country of Xia, under the guidance of the scientific epidemic prevention guidelines compiled by Yuan Ying. This achievement is particularly remarkable because, according to past experience, a major flood is often followed by the raging spread of the epidemic.

Yuan Ying's epidemic prevention strategy ensured the health and safety of people across the country. This outstanding contribution undoubtedly deepened the people of Xia for their respect and love for Yuan Ying. Her name has become the warmest talisman of this summer.

As a result, Yuan Ying's words and deeds became a model for the people to imitate, especially the horse-faced skirt she wore at the last wedding banquet in Anyang, which quickly became popular in the capital and became a fashion trend.

In ancient times, clothes with wide and flowing sleeves were a symbol of status and position, and the width of the cuffs directly reflected the owner's noble status. Narrow sleeves were only worn by the poor at the bottom of society, in order to save cloth and facilitate work.

But when Yuan Ying resumed wearing women's clothes, faced with the complicated and difficult ancient costumes, she didn't care about her status or anything else, she just did whatever was comfortable. She personally designed several sets of unique narrow-sleeved horse-faced skirts, and asked Wanqiu to sew several sets for her according to the drawings.

Unexpectedly, Yuan Ying wore this horse-faced skirt and a simple ponytail, without any makeup, but she had an indescribable heroic and otherworldly charm. The noble women in the capital were fascinated by her and competed to imitate her dress in order to capture some of her charm.

In fact, on a deeper level, what they pursue is not only Yuan Ying’s unique fashion taste, but also her attitude of not fearing worldly views and daring to pursue herself.

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At the end of July, Yuan Ying asked each of the six ministries to make a semi-annual summary report and jointly report to Kang Rendi on the work progress and achievements in their respective fields in the first half of the year.

Each official carefully prepared a detailed report to demonstrate the diligence and achievements of his or her department, while also providing strong data support for subsequent work planning.

Among them, the Minister of Industry, as the representative of the people's livelihood, stood up first, holding a heavy report on water conservancy work, and proudly reported to the emperor the brilliant achievements of this year's water conservancy construction:

“Your Majesty, this year the Ministry of Industry’s water conservancy work has achieved remarkable results, thanks to Lord Yuan’s water conservancy reforms and the joint efforts of officials from all regions.

In accordance with Mr. Yuan’s deployment, we dredged many silted river channels, strengthened embankments, and greatly improved our flood control and drainage capabilities.

Therefore, even though there was abundant rainfall this year, all regions were safe and sound, farmland was not damaged, and people lived and worked in peace and contentment.”

As he spoke, he unfolded the memorial and listed in detail a series of data and examples. From the ingenious water network in the water towns of the south of the Yangtze River to the magnificent canals in the northern plains, all of them demonstrated the success and glory of water conservancy projects.

After listening to this, Emperor Kang Ren nodded with satisfaction and expressed high affirmation and appreciation for the report of the Minister of Works.

Luo Huaian, the Minister of Finance, followed closely behind him, with steady steps, holding a heavy financial account book in his hand, which was an accurate record of the country's economic lifeline. He looked solemn and spoke slowly:

"Your Majesty, the Ministry of Revenue has been committed to optimizing the country's fiscal structure in the first half of the year to ensure that the treasury is full while taking into account the well-being of the people. We strictly implemented Mr. Yuan's tax reduction policy, which effectively reduced the burden on the people and stimulated market vitality."

As he spoke, he flipped through the account books, showing various economic indicators one by one: "After the agricultural tax reduction, the enthusiasm of the people increased greatly, and the farmland was full of vitality; the adjustment of commercial taxes promoted the prosperity of commerce, and the markets in various places were bustling, and the circulation of goods became smoother.

In addition, we have increased financial support for poor areas to ensure that they can obtain a stable source of income and gradually get rid of the shackles of poverty. We have truly achieved the goal of 'taking from the people and giving back to the people'."

Then, he held up with both hands a few sweet potatoes that had just been carefully dug out of the soil. Although they were not yet big because it was still early in the season, they were full of the people's hope and expectations. Luo Huaian was extremely cautious.

He said slowly: "Your Majesty, following Lord Yuan's exquisite sweet potato cultivation technology, sweet potatoes in various places are growing well, with lush branches and leaves. By the golden autumn season, there will be an unprecedented bumper harvest, which is a blessing for the country and the people."

Every word in Luo Huaian's speech reveals his firm belief and deep expectations for the sustained and healthy development of the national economy.

At the same time, all departments were unwilling to lag behind and competed to report the work results in their respective fields with passion. Each report was full of gratitude for Yuan Ying's good leadership.

Emperor Kang Ren looked at Yuan Ying with satisfaction: "My dear Yuan, it is my honor to have you, and it is also the honor of the Xia Kingdom."

"The outstanding achievements presented by various departments today are all due to your foresight and hard work. I am very pleased and I will give you a thousand taels of gold and a hundred pieces of brocade to show my appreciation and gratitude."

Yuan Ying immediately bowed and said modestly: "I am only doing my duty faithfully and doing my part. I do not deserve such a generous reward from the emperor. I am willing to continue to share the emperor's worries and seek the welfare of the people of Xia Kingdom. I will do my best until my death."

Upon hearing this, Emperor Kangren was even more delighted and said with a smile: "What a dedication to one's country, until death! I know very well your loyalty and ability. I hope you will continue to uphold this heart, work with me to plan for the great cause of the Xia Kingdom, and create a glorious era together."

The atmosphere in the hall reached a climax at once. All the ministers were impressed by Yuan Ying's loyalty and talent, and they all looked at him with admiration and respect.

Emperor Kang Ren stared at Yuan Ying, and Fu Quan's words came to his mind. He then said earnestly, "My dear, you are twenty-four this year, in the prime of your youth. It is urgent to start a family and establish a career. I am grateful for your loyalty, so I will make the decision for you. There are many unmarried young talents in the court, and you can choose any one you like." Then he paused, "Including me."

As soon as these words came out, the court was silent for a moment. The unmarried courtiers blushed, and their hearts were filled with ripples of nervousness and longing. Especially Luo Huaian, who kept glancing at Yuan Ying from the corner of his eyes, secretly clenched his palms, and sweat quietly seeped out, showing the ripples in his heart.

But soon everyone realized, do we still need to choose? Do we still dare to choose?

Song Yanshu looked at Yuan Ying, his eyes intertwined with complexity and expectation, and then a self-deprecating smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and his eyes flowed between Emperor Kang Ren and Murong Xuanyi. Murong Xuanyi clenched his fists, his face was stern, as if he was trying his best to suppress his inner anger.

Yuan Ying was stunned. He obviously did not expect Emperor Kang Ren to say this and he did not know how to answer.

I cursed in my heart: Shameless old thing, do you think you are inlaid with gold? Including me, bah... disgusting!

But she quickly regained her composure, her eyes flickering with shyness and expectation. She gazed at Emperor Kang Ren tenderly, opened her red lips slightly, and said softly, "Your Majesty, are you really willing to decide on my marriage? Can I really choose my own man?"

At this moment, Yuan Ying's voice had a bit more of a feminine softness and gentleness, which was completely different from her past firmness. Emperor Kang Ren's heart couldn't help but soften, and he mistakenly thought that she was shy. He thought to himself: Women are women after all, and they always find it difficult to control themselves when facing emotional matters.

Emperor Kang Ren had a firm look on his face, and his tone revealed unquestionable authority: "Of course, I will make the decision for you!"

This was the sentence she was waiting for. So, Yuan Ying responded without hesitation, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace... I am the Prince of Jing!" Yuan Ying stared at Murong Xuanyi with a firm look in his eyes.

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