Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

As Xiao Kai finished speaking, all the officials in the Yu Department applauded excitedly.

In fact, Xiao Kai didn't need to introduce them in detail, as they all knew the identities of these four adults.

The Junior Supervisor Li Daoyou, the Chief of Construction Zhang Bi, the Chief of Taichang Temple Deng Su, and the Chief of Shaofu Temple Zhang Xingshi, all four of them were famous craftsmen.

Major tasks such as manufacturing weapons, building large ships and constructing palaces were all completed by the people under their command under the leadership of these four people.

The officials of the Yu Department looked at the four master craftsmen. Their hearts were instantly filled with hope and they all exclaimed excitedly in their hearts.

"Doctor Xiao is indeed capable. He actually invited these four gentlemen over!"

"With the help of four adults, we're safe this time!"

"It turns out that Minister Xiao went to find such a powerful helper, and we actually misunderstood Minister Xiao!"

Xiao Kai took in the expressions of these officials, and a smug expression also appeared on his face.

He usually doesn't show his strength, so these minions think he is a useless piece of trash?

Now, as long as he makes a slight move, he can reach a level that people from the other three divisions cannot even dream of.

Then Xiao Kai showed the blueprint of the curved plow drawn by Du He to several master craftsmen and told them the time requirements for production.

Junior Supervisor Li Daoyou looked at the picture on the paper with surprise. He did not expect that Du He's talent in studying things was so strong.

He patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, Minister Xiao, we can definitely help you make this new plow!"

Xiao Kai said excitedly: "In this case, thank you brothers for your help!"

Du He, who was sitting in his office, also heard a rough estimate of the loud noise outside the lobby of the Ministry of Industry.

Du He handed the reviewed memorial to Yu Chang and said to him.

"Minister Yu, I am going to the East Palace now. I will leave the Ministry of Works to you."

"Now the people in the four departments are trying to recruit helpers and seek external aid. You have to keep an eye on them and make sure they don't cause any unpleasant incidents and make a fool of themselves for the people in other departments."

Competition is a good thing, but malicious competition is not a good thing and will only lead to unpleasant things.

After Yu Chang received the memorial, he replied with a serious expression: "Don't worry, Minister Du, I will keep an eye on them!"

Du He nodded, then walked towards the lobby with his hands behind his back.

When passing by Xiao Kai's office, Du He saw Li Daoyou, Zhang Bi and others gathered together to discuss something, while Xiao Kai was standing aside with his eyes staring blankly.

"This guy Xiao Kai knows how to find help!"

Du He smiled and shook his head, then strode out of the Ministry of Industry.

These craftsmen are responsible for directing the specific work, and their hands-on ability is stronger than that of master craftsmen such as Yan Lide and Qiu Xingyan.

Not long after, Du He arrived at the East Palace.

"Greetings to Prince Consort Du."

When the guards at the gate of the Eastern Palace saw Du He, they all saluted respectfully with their fists clasped, and no one tried to stop him.

Du He nodded at them and then walked towards the Mingde Hall.

Coming to the Eastern Palace was like returning home to him. Except for the rear palace where the concubines lived, he could enter and exit other places freely.

As Du He walked into Mingde Hall, Li Chengqian, who was reviewing memorials at his desk, said sarcastically without even raising his head.

"Du He, what has the Ministry of Industry done with the straight plow?"

"You came to the East Palace so early, you didn't come up with anything, did you?"

Although Li Chengqian was extremely confident in Du He's abilities, that was also based on Du He's strategy and talent for writing poetry.

However, Li Chengqian was skeptical about Du He's ability in farming.

How can a person who doesn't farm be able to innovate a straight plow?

If Du He could really do it so easily, either Du He was the reincarnation of an immortal, or the people in the Chief of Works and the Chief of the Ministry of Finance were a bunch of good-for-nothings.

He received a large salary from the court every year, but he had no ambition to make progress and was devoted to the old ways.

Du He walked to the cushion on the side and sat down, then said with a smile.

"Your Highness, the innovative straight plow is progressing very well and will be ready by the end of this month."

"And the innovative new plow will definitely be better than the previous straight plow!"

After hearing what Du He said, Li Chengqian paused slightly. He then raised his head and looked at Du He in surprise.

I originally thought that Du He's work would be in vain, but I didn't expect that he actually came up with something.

Li Chengqian smiled and said, "Du He, when the plow is finished, bring it to me and I will personally take it to the field for you to test."

"If the innovative plow works better than the original straight plow, I will increase the reward for your Ministry of Industry!"

Now, in order to prepare for the Fengshan ceremony at Mount Tai next year, my father has handed over most of the state affairs to him for review, and is also gradually increasing his power.

Li Chengqian, who holds great power in his hands, feels as if the whole world is in his hands.

"Thank you, Your Highness."

Du He clasped his fists and bowed calmly.

This guy has been a little bit arrogant recently. He even dared to say that he would give the reward to the Ministry of Works instead of asking the emperor for a bigger reward.

However, Li Chengqian's confidence has increased greatly in the past few days, and he has become very positive, so Du He did not burst his dream on the spot.

Just then, Qin Huaidao came in to report.

"Your Highness, the Minister of the Central Secretariat, Cen Wenben, is here to give a lecture and is waiting outside the main hall."

Li Chengqian waved his hand and said, "Huai Dao, quickly invite Minister Cen in and have the maid serve cakes and tea!"

Among the three ministers who often come to the East Palace to give lectures, only Cen Wenben has not revealed his intention to side with him, so Li Chengqian is particularly concerned about him.

In particular, Cen Wenben also held the important position of Zhongshu Ling. If he could get his full support, the heads of the three provinces would basically be his people.

If he could also take down his uncle Changsun Wuji, who had not made his position clear, the chief officials of the three provinces would all be his men.

It is not impossible that he will sideline my father and ascend the throne early in the future!

"promise!"

Qin Huaidao responded and then left quickly.

Not long after, the elegant and easy-going Cen Wenben walked in and bowed respectfully to Li Chengqian.

"See His Highness the Crown Prince."

Under Du He's astonished gaze, Li Chengqian walked up to Cen Wenben with his crutches, helped him up and said.

"Minister Cen is my teacher, why are you so polite?"

"From now on, when you come to the East Palace, you don't need to bow to me. On the contrary, I, as a student, should bow to you, my teacher."

After saying this, Li Chengqian held his crutches and bowed respectfully to Cen Wenben.

Faced with Li Chengqian's sudden and outrageous move, not only was Cen Wenben confused, but even Du He was also bewildered.

Cen Wenben quickly helped Li Chengqian up and spoke with a hint of panic in his tone.

"Your Highness, as a subject and a scholar, how dare I be your teacher?"