The regent is determined to get the daughter of a minor official.

“Sir, we really can’t survive anymore, our hometown has suffered a disaster.

There is no harvest and the disease is rampant. Please give me a way to survive."

Chu Musheng rode on his horse and shouted to comfort the refugees.

"Everyone, please rest here for a while. The imperial court has prepared the disaster relief food and fodder.

They will be sent to the disaster area immediately, and you will be able to return home once the disaster situation eases.

These days, I will have people give you porridge.

If anyone among you is sick, please separate yourself from the crowd. I will arrange for a doctor to come and treat you."

After hearing this, the refugees knelt down and kowtowed to express their gratitude.

Chu Musheng looked at the refugees kneeling on the ground, feeling mixed emotions. He raised his hand and signaled everyone to stand up.

"Everyone, get up. I will do my best to rescue you."

After that, Chu Musheng ordered Sheng Wu to work with the city defense forces to resettle the refugees, and to ensure that the sick were separated from the others.

Then he left with his guards, preparing to return to the city to arrange for the porridge distribution and to find a doctor.

The refugees are waiting for help in temporary camps with hope.

Chu Musheng returned to the palace and first called the Minister of Revenue to arrange for the refugees outside the city.

The Minister of Revenue showed some difficulty and bowed, saying:

"Your Highness, the food prepared for the relief team has just been sent away. The remaining food is limited and I'm afraid it won't last long."

Chu Musheng frowned and stared at the Minister of Revenue with a sharp gaze.

"No matter what method you use, I must ensure that the refugees outside the city have basic food and clothing. Immediately check the granaries and re-plan the allocation."

The Minister of Revenue wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and responded quickly.

"I will do it right away and do my best."

Chu Musheng snorted lightly.

"If this matter cannot be handled properly, you will be the only one I will hold responsible!"

The Minister of Revenue hurriedly withdrew and began to deal with the issue of grain allocation.

"Come, summon Prime Minister Li, several ministers, and the great elders to the Chaoxia Palace for a meeting."

"Yes."

The eunuch who delivered the order took the order and left.

Soon, Prime Minister Li, several ministers and senior ministers hurried to the Chaoxia Palace.

After everyone saluted, Chu Musheng spoke straight to the point.

"Everyone, there are many refugees outside the city now, and resettlement is urgent.

The Minister of Revenue has just redistributed grain, but it's far from enough. What good ideas do you have?"

Prime Minister Li was the first to bow and say:

"Your Highness, I believe we can set up porridge stalls around the capital, recruit volunteers, and provide more food for the refugees."

The Minister of Works continued.

"I will quickly organize craftsmen to build more temporary shelters so that the refugees can have a place to stay."

The Minister of Personnel also added later.

"I will select capable officials to manage refugee affairs and ensure that all work is carried out in an orderly manner."

Elder Chen pondered for a moment.

"We also need to strengthen public security management to prevent criminals from taking advantage of the chaos to cause trouble."

Chu Musheng nodded slightly.

"You are all right. Let's proceed according to this plan. If there are any mistakes, I will not forgive them!"

Everyone responded in unison:

"I will obey your orders!"

So, under the coordination of Chu Musheng and the efforts of the ministers.

The refugee resettlement work is being carried out in a tense and orderly manner.

Chu Musheng then went to the Imperial Medical Service and ordered it to dispatch personnel to the outside of the city to provide medical treatment to the refugees.

The director of the Imperial Medical Bureau looked hesitant.

"Your Highness, you are also aware that the Imperial Hospital has already dispatched many young doctors to the south to provide disaster relief.

Several nobles in the palace have been ill recently, and Prince Lu also needs consultation with the imperial physicians.

The old officials are all quite busy, so I'm afraid I can't spare too many people."

Chu Musheng's face darkened and he said sternly:

"The lives of the refugees are equally important! Quickly dispatch experienced medical officers with sufficient medicinal materials. No mistakes can be made!"

The court envoy hurriedly lowered his head and responded.

"I will obey your order and arrange it right away."

Seeing that he agreed, Chu Musheng turned around and left the Imperial Hospital, and rushed out of the city with his guards.

When we arrived at the refugee camp outside the city, we saw a busy scene.

Soldiers were setting up temporary shelters and some officials were organizing food distribution.

Chu Musheng personally checked the progress of various tasks and gave some instructions from time to time.

At this time, the medical officers from the Imperial Hospital also hurried over with medicine boxes.

Chu Musheng ordered:

"We must diagnose and treat patients carefully and not slack off in the slightest."

The medical officers responded and immediately began to treat the refugees.

It was already late when Chu Musheng returned to the palace. He felt extremely hungry and then remembered that he had not eaten yet.

He wanted the imperial kitchen to send him food, but he also began to miss the princess and Xuan'er in the palace.

"Let's go back home!"

Chu Musheng sat tiredly in the carriage of Prince Sheng's Mansion, and then he remembered something.

I originally planned to return to the palace and go to the library to see if the young officials had found any relevant information by browsing the ancient books.

He instructed Sheng Wu who was beside him.

"Go to the palace's library and tell them to go back and rest early. Then come back to the palace tomorrow to continue."

After receiving the order, Sheng Wu rode his horse towards the palace.

Chu Musheng was in the carriage, his eyes slightly closed, but his thoughts were still on the resettlement of refugees.

Soon, the carriage arrived at Prince Sheng's Mansion.

As soon as Chu Musheng got out of the car, he saw Xu Ke standing outside the mansion gate, looking forward to it.

Beside her were Chief Steward Yao, who was holding the young master, Nanny Wang and others.

"My Lord, you are finally back."

When Xu Keke saw the carriage from the palace, he immediately came forward and looked at Chu Musheng with shining eyes.

Chu Musheng reached out and pinched her pink face.

said laughingly.

"Why is the princess so enthusiastic today? Are you thinking about me?"

Xu Keke took his hand and walked back.

"I heard from the secret guards that Your Highness has been very busy today and has not even had lunch, so I have been waiting outside the mansion for your return."

Pulling Chu Musheng to the side of Chief Steward Yao, Xu Ke said to the young master.

"My dear son, your father is back, come and call me daddy."

The young master opened his arms to Chu Musheng and called out incoherently.

"father....."

At this moment, Chu Musheng felt that all the fatigue in his body disappeared and he no longer felt hungry.

He took his son in his arms and kissed his little face.

"Xuan'er, your father is back."

The family walked into the mansion talking and laughing.

When he arrived at the dining hall, Chu Musheng's favorite meals were already prepared.

Xu Keke pulled Chu Musheng to sit down and personally served him a bowl of soup.

"Your Highness, please drink some soup to warm your stomach first."

Chu Musheng took the soup and took a sip.

"My beloved concubine is so considerate."

Xu Ke picked up some food for Chu Musheng and said seriously.

"Your Majesty, I heard about the refugees arriving outside the city.

This matter is of great importance, and Your Highness has devoted all his efforts to it. I admire Your Highness's responsibility.

But the prince must also take care of his health. No matter how busy he is, he cannot skip meals.

You are the pillar of this mansion and the support of me and my children.

If you collapse from exhaustion, what shall I do?

The refugee issue is indeed urgent, but it cannot be resolved in a day or two.

You must take care of yourself first before you can better serve the people."

Chu Musheng was slightly moved and held Xu Keke's hand.

"Don't worry, my beloved concubine. I will take care of it.

It’s just that the refugees just arrived in the capital today, so things are always a little complicated at first, but tomorrow everything will go smoothly.”

Xu Keke sighed softly.

I wanted to ask the prince about the situation of the refugees.

But then I thought about how hard he worked and how he hadn’t eaten enough.

He then put some food into Chu Musheng's bowl.

"Your Highness, please eat more to replenish your strength."