We have fought to the Arctic Circle, and you want me to inherit the throne?

Half an hour later, Li Che came to the lobby refreshed.

The ministers had been waiting for a long time. When they saw Li Che coming out, they hurriedly stood up and saluted, but Li Che stretched out his hand to press them down.

Li Che sat on the throne with his horse and sword, looking at the crowds of people below. He felt that Fengguo was full of talented people and felt heroic.

He couldn't help but smile and said cheerfully:

"My Lords, thank you for your patience. I accidentally took a short nap, which delayed us."

Everyone said they didn't dare.

Li Che continued, "Before we discuss matters, let me first introduce the new members to you."

Qu Jinshan, Xue Zhen and other newcomers were just about to step forward when they were stunned by Li Che's choice of words.

The old people were not surprised at all, as they had become accustomed to the fact that Fengguo was essentially a den of bandits.

Looking inside the hall, there were military generals such as Qu Jinshan and Xue Zhen, civil officials such as Wang Ji, Qi Fang, and Xie Huai, as well as a group of extraordinary people headed by Luo Gong.

There were dozens of people in the group, and all the officials of Feng State could not help but be amazed. Their prince's ability to win over talents has improved again.

I don't know if these people were kidnapped, knocked unconscious, or kidnapped after being knocked unconscious...

"They are all talented people. I won't introduce them to you one by one. You will know their abilities sooner or later as we spend time together day and night."

All the officials bowed in greeting, and Qu Jinshan and others also quickly returned the greeting.

"You haven't been given an official position yet, so find a place to stand first."

Li Che greeted everyone, and they looked at each other, then walked to the back of the queue and stood still.

At this point, Li Che also restrained his smile and looked at Zhuge Zhe: "Okay, let's talk about the situation in Fengguo, starting with Ziyuan."

Zhuge Zhe calmed down for a moment before stepping out and bowing.

"Your Highness, there are indeed many state affairs that need to be reported. How about I first pick out a few of the most important ones? I'll see which one Your Highness thinks is more important, and then the minister in charge of that matter will report in detail."

"Good." Li Che nodded slightly.

Zhuge Zhe took out a small notebook from his sleeve and said aloud:

"Spring plowing is imminent. The Department of Agriculture has prepared various crop seeds and selected an auspicious time. We are only waiting for Your Highness to preside over the plowing ceremony."

After saying that, Zhuge Zhe paused, raised his head and looked at Li Che waiting for a response.

Li Che said: "This matter is not urgent, let's do the next one."

"From the Goryeo side, General Wang reported back after the New Year: The Park family is very honest and has not caused any trouble. Silla and Baekje have also shown no signs of mobilizing troops, and the border is stable."

"However...implementing the policy of serving the country within Goryeo has not been very smooth. From officials to the common people, everyone in Goryeo has complained."

Li Che frowned: "Tell me about this in detail, who is responsible?"

Zhuge Zhe said, "I personally contacted them."

"What's going on?" Li Che said with displeasure. "The Koreans won't cooperate. Are they unconvinced? Am I being too lenient towards them?"

"I don't think so," Zhuge Zhe replied clearly. "Our army has not harmed anyone since entering Goryeo, and the people have no complaints against Your Highness."

"The reason why the policy is difficult to implement is because of the Goryeo officials. Your Highness, as you know, Goryeo officials are all from the upper class aristocracy, while my country's policies benefit the people and are not friendly to the aristocracy."

"Whether it's the land distribution or trade, both have harmed the interests of the aristocracy. These aristocrats are deeply entrenched. If they refuse to cooperate, they will find ways to persuade the people to do the same."

Li Che looked grim.

Damn, another noble family?

Where do they get the courage to think they are good guys?

If I can't kill all the nobles in Daqing, can't I kill the nobles in Goryeo?

"Ziyuan, how do you think we should deal with this?" Li Che asked in a deep voice.

"I believe the root of the problem lies with those who implement the policy."

"You mean... Wen Zaiyin?" Li Che frowned.

"Indeed," Zhuge Zhe nodded. "I do not doubt the Minister's loyalty, but he is a Korean after all. He feels guilty towards the people of Korea for having served Your Highness, so he adopts a softer approach, rather than a decisive one."

"Since ancient times, those who have implemented reforms have always used drastic measures. Those who are indecisive cannot handle such a heavy responsibility."

To put it bluntly, it was because of Wen Zaiyin's status as a surrendered minister that he was unable to act freely.

Li Che thought for a moment and felt that Zhuge Zhe's words made sense: "Call Wen Zai Yin back and choose a capable and decisive person to replace him."

"Do you have any candidates?"

Everyone whispered for a while, proposed several candidates, and then rejected them all.

Either they have the ability but lack the qualifications, or they have the qualifications but lack the courage.

After discussing for a long time, just when Li Che was about to skip this matter and discuss it slowly... Qian Bin stood up.

"I'll go, old man."

Everyone's eyes immediately lit up. If Qian Bin could go, it would be perfect.

In terms of qualifications, he is His Highness's teacher and one of the earliest ministers of Feng State.

Not to mention his courage and ability, he was the earliest chief historian of Fengwang Palace, holding the financial power of Feng State and an absolutely capable minister.

Li Che, however, showed a worried look on his face: "If Master Qian is willing to go, it will be easy to capture him, but I am worried about your health..."

"That's all right." Qian Bin smiled cheerfully. "I can still eat meat every day, so I should be able to hold on for another ten years."

"But..." Li Che was still a little hesitant.

"Your Highness, I am already halfway to the grave. I don't want to die in humiliation on my sickbed. I also want to make some final contributions to my country."

"At least after a hundred years, Your Highness will choose a good posthumous title for me. No one will say that I got that posthumous title only because of my relationship with Your Highness."

"Alas." Li Che sighed softly, "Just follow Master Qian."

Li Che also knew that he could not persuade Qian Bin, so he could only arrange for him to have a few more doctors with superb medical skills to try their best to regulate his body.

The proceedings continued.

Zhuge Zhe flipped through the notebook and added, "The Gunpowder Department has made remarkable achievements in the past few months. Lord Chen will have to report the details to His Highness."

Li Che turned and looked at Chen Gui in the crowd.

I don't know when this guy became nearsighted and he actually wears glasses.

Others look refined and elegant when wearing glasses, but this old guy looks more like a blasting genius when wearing glasses...

Chen Gui grinned and strode forward, "Your Highness, in the past few months, the Gunpowder Department has added 32 bronze cannons and 103 mortars of various types."

"Over a thousand matchlock rifles, and over a hundred qualified matchlock rifles, as well as a number of hand grenades, artillery shells, mines, and explosive packs."

"Besides that, the thing you mentioned to me earlier has already taken shape!"