Traveling through the emperor, overthrowing the empress dowager at the beginning

Chang'an City, Weiyang Palace.

Ye Chen sat high on the dragon throne, reading one memorial after another.

The memorials in front of him piled up high.

Since the announcement of the establishment of the Goods Trading Department, he has had to deal with much more things than before.

Before he finished reading the memorial, Su Mengjiao arrived at the Weiyang Palace.

"Emperor, the new policy you issued this time is truly a stroke of genius."

Su Mengjiao moved with light lotus steps, wearing a black phoenix robe with gold thread. Her every move showed her noble temperament and unparalleled elegance.

Her eyes were full of admiration when she looked at Ye Chen.

Everyone thought that Ye Chen had no way to deal with the powerful families' chaos, but he didn't expect that Ye Chen only needed to use a little trick to make the powerful families alienated.

She could guess that those wealthy families who had left Chang'an would soon return voluntarily.

Ye Chen raised his eyebrows slightly, a faint smile appearing at the corner of his mouth.

"Oh? The Queen Mother thinks so too?"

Su Mengjiao had never praised him so directly before.

"Your Majesty's actions truly surprise me. Although those powerful people are dissatisfied, they don't know where to start."

"I can't think of it anyway."

Su Mengjiao shrugged her shoulders, acting very frankly at this moment.

After she no longer held power, she really became more open-minded about many things.

At this moment, Cheng'en suddenly walked into the hall in a hurry.

"Your Majesty, news has arrived from the Dongqiang tribe. It's an urgent report from Mr. Zhou, saying that the Tatar army has broken through the Dongqiang defense line."

Cheng'en said as he handed over a letter.

Upon hearing this, Ye Chen's face darkened slightly and he quickly took the letter.

A trace of solemnity flashed in his eyes.

Then he looked at it carefully.

"Your Majesty, a letter has also arrived from the commander of the Northwest Border."

Shen Qiu's cold voice came, and she walked forward quickly with a letter in her hand.

He knelt on one knee and presented the letter.

"It is said that throughout the thousands of miles of the northwest border, there are signs of enemy attacks everywhere."

Ye Chen frowned, took the letter and quickly read it.

"This beast Yang Dechang is really difficult to deal with."

After reading the letter, Ye Chen couldn't help but hum softly. The dragon robe on his body rustled, and his powerful aura made everyone present shudder.

Su Mengjiao's eyes flashed with worry as she looked at Ye Chen.

She understood what Ye Chen meant.

Yang Dechang knew Dayu too well.

"Convey my order. Order Zhounan Post to keep a close eye on the enemy's movements and relay information to the commander of the Northwest Frontier Army at all times. Make sure to stop the Tatar attack and minimize losses."

Ye Chen's voice echoed in the hall, and every word was filled with orders and majesty that could not be disobeyed.

"I accept the decree."

Shen Qiu clasped his fists, accepted the order, and quickly retreated, sending someone to carry out the order.

Ye Chen was silent for a moment.

"Cheng'en, go and summon Liu Chengyu to the palace."

Ye Chen instructed Cheng En.

"Old slave obeys the order."

Cheng'en hunched his body and retreated.

Not long after, Liu Chengyu came striding over, his burly figure towering like an iron tower in the hall.

"His Majesty."

Liu Chengyu knelt on one knee and spoke in a loud voice.

"General Liu, with the Tatars invading, I order you to quickly lead 5,000 troops to the counties beyond the border and build a line of defense against the Tatar cavalry!"

"Also, try to relocate the people in Guanzhong, but don't disturb them. Explain the situation clearly."

"Counties and states in Guandong, you may hold the imperial edict and act as you see fit!"

Ye Chen looked at Liu Chengyu and said earnestly.

"Your Majesty, I will definitely fulfill my mission and ensure that the Tatars will never return!"

Liu Chengyu clasped his fists, a fighting spirit flashing in his eyes.

Ye Chen nodded slightly.

"Go."

"You and I should work together to resist foreign enemies."

"promise!"

Liu Chengyu turned and left.

Ye Chen continued to read the memorial.

Su Mengjiao didn't bother her anymore and left Weiyang Palace.

In Chang'an City, the sun shines on the ancient streets, creating a bustling scene.

Su Mengjiao sat in the carriage, the curtains gently lifted by the breeze, revealing her stunning face.

Her eyes were filled with curiosity and excitement as she watched the people coming and going on the street.

"Chang'an City has regained its vitality."

Su Mengjiao felt a little emotional, and a smile appeared on the corner of her mouth.

Although it is still not as good as the capital, it is much better than the desolate Chang'an City when Ye Chen first arrived.

Suddenly, Su Mengjiao saw the newly established Collection Office.

"parking."

Su Mengjiao said quickly, put on a veil hat, and couldn't wait to get off the carriage and walked towards the yamen.

Many craftsmen were coming in and out of the yamen, and it was obvious that renovations were underway, but the reception hall inside had already been decorated.

As the ancient capital of the previous dynasty, there are already many idle government offices and mansions in Chang'an City.

The yamen that Ye Chen chose was in the city center, close to the imperial palace.

The lobby is very large, but it is under renovation and there are not many people there yet. However, all kinds of novel items have already been placed on the shelves.

Su Mengjiao asked Shen Qiu to show her badge and walked straight in. However, she was overwhelmed by the variety of items at first glance, especially the items from Jiangnan, which she had never seen before.

She gently stroked some delicate silk.

"This silk is Shu brocade, right? It's much more beautiful than anything in the palace. I've never seen so many rare things before. I'll definitely go to Jiangnan when I have the chance, but I don't know if I'll ever have the chance."

Su Mengjiao muttered to herself.

At this time, in the Weiyang Palace.

Ye Chen, who had been busy dealing with memorials, stretched and wanted to take a rest.

Cheng'en suddenly came in a hurry.

"Your Majesty, Liu Li, the Marquis of Guanzhong, requests an audience. He says he has something important to tell you."

Hearing this, Ye Chen couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.

This was the first time that a noble family had come to him on their own initiative since he came to Chang'an.

"Xuan."

Ye Chen waved his hand.

Soon, a middle-aged man in gorgeous clothes walked into the hall and then knelt on the ground.

"Marquis of Dingguan Liu Li pays homage to His Majesty."

"Long live my emperor! Long live!"

There was a hint of awe in Liu Li's eyes and his attitude was very respectful.

"Excuse me, what do you want?"

Ye Chen sat upright on the dragon throne, his eyes like torches. The powerful imperial aura made Liu Li's heart tremble.

"Your Majesty, I have come here on behalf of the nobles of Guanzhong, hoping to share your worries."

"Huh? What do you say?"

Ye Chen immediately raised his eyebrows.

"Due to this alien invasion, we are willing to inform Your Majesty of all the information we know about their actions and help you repel the enemy."

Liu Li said so.

Upon hearing this, Ye Chen immediately narrowed his eyes.

"Oh? Are all the nobles in Guanzhong willing to help me?"

There was a hint of doubt in Ye Chen's voice.

"Your Majesty, we are well aware of the principle that if one loses the other, the other's teeth will be cold. If a foreign race invades, we will find it difficult to remain immune. We are willing to fight alongside Your Majesty against this foreign enemy."

Liu Li said loudly.

If I hadn't known that these things had been moved out of Chang'an overnight.

Ye Chen actually believed it.

"Well, since you have this intention, I am very pleased. But if you have any other intentions, I will not forgive you easily."

Ye Chen's eyes became sharp.

He could already guess that it was the establishment of the Goods Trading Department that caused these aristocratic families to start to change sides in the face of huge profits.

And this was the best outcome he had ever thought of.

These aristocratic families are really like whoever feeds you!

Ye Chen snorted lightly, but he felt more confident in repelling the Tatar invasion.