After my whole family overheard my thoughts, they went berserk.

"Father, I am willing to personally go to Gui County to resolve the relocation issue, but I am short of funds, I'm afraid..."

Even the emperor was shocked.

His son, who used to spend his days eating, drinking, and having fun, has started to build a career?

The flooding in Gui County was severe, and the mountains were collapsing at any moment. The court officials, fearing for their lives, all made various excuses to avoid going there.

The Crown Prince... is actually willing to go?

"Are you really sure about this?" the Emperor asked sternly.

Shi Youzhi's resolve was as firm as iron, his words resounding.

"As a member of the royal family, I was born into a life of luxury. Now that the people of Gui County are suffering terribly, if I were to remain at home, indulging in food, drink and pleasure, and turn a deaf ear to their plight, it would be a disgrace to the royal family and a chill to the hearts of all the people of Hua Yao. The situation is urgent, and I will depart tomorrow!"

The Emperor sensed Shi Youzhi's determination and was suddenly gratified.

Your Highness, you've finally come to your senses!

"Very well, I will await your good news!"

"Father is such a hypocrite. His eyes clearly show his worry for Daguo, but he insists on putting on a brave face. Daguo is going to such a dangerous place, risking his life. As his father, shouldn't you say a few kind words to warm his heart?"

Hearing this, the Emperor was a little angry, as the Emperor felt indignant on behalf of the Crown Prince.

Look, her favorite person is her older brother!

But as angry as I am, they are still my own flesh and blood.

"Be careful on the road. If you really can't handle it, don't try to be a hero!" the Emperor sternly instructed him.

Shi Youzhi smiled, and it was a genuine smile.

For many years, his father had never given him a kind look, let alone shown him any concern.

All of this was thanks to the luck that every second brought him!

Shi Miaomiao secretly did something sneaky and slipped a good luck charm into Shi Youzhi's collar.

"I hope Your Excellency can keep the big pot safe."

The Emperor has taken Shi Miaomiao back and is planning to take her to the morning court tomorrow.

Chaoyun Hall.

After several key officials were purged, they have kept a low profile recently, and even Rong Lizheng no longer likes to stand out.

"Regarding the matter of Gui County, I have sent the Crown Prince to personally handle the relocation of the people. I plan to build resettlement housing in a place adjacent to Zhuo City and move the people of Gui County to the new Gui County."

The ministers were astonished and began to whisper among themselves.

"Everyone in the capital knows that Hua Yao's crown prince is a good-for-nothing, addicted to gambling, and owes a lot of money. How could he possibly handle government affairs?"

“That’s right. Gui County is such a dangerous place. Floods and landslides can come at any time. You could lose your life if you’re not careful. We don’t dare to go there. The Crown Prince is so precious, how could he possibly go there?”

They were whispering, but their voices gradually grew louder.

It was said on purpose for the emperor to hear.

In the past, even the ministers did not have a good impression of the Crown Prince, and the Emperor hated him even more for being incompetent and bringing shame upon him.

But this time, he was willing to believe that the Crown Prince would achieve political success!

“At present, building resettlement housing to help people resume their lives is a huge project that will inevitably cost a lot of money. I plan to raise funds through crowdfunding and will take the lead by donating 50 million taels of gold.”

The ministers exchanged glances, becoming more vigilant.

Just two days ago, the Emperor plundered a sum of money from them.

Today, be sure to hold onto your money tightly!

Moreover, everyone knows the Crown Prince's reputation is widespread, and it's possible he's using the public's name to line his own pockets.

"Your Majesty, I have relatives from Gui County. The entire clan has come to seek refuge with me, and the expenses are simply too great. I... I'm afraid I am powerless to help!"

Shi Miaomiao looked at that person; there was a black mole between his eyebrows.

None of the other officials had it, but he did, so it's speculated that he was Wu Bende, the Minister of Rites.

The book says that the black mole is a sign of good fortune, and it was the Empress Dowager's favorite.

"Oh ho, you've already volunteered before it's even your turn? You've been sucking the blood out of pharmaceutical companies all these years, haven't you? Last time everyone else was paying up but you weren't. Do you think you can get away with this?"

"Over the years, Father has tried to promote Ni, but Ni refused. He insisted on taking your position as Minister of Rites because it's a more lucrative one. If you're not going to pay up, don't just occupy the position without doing anything. You should go home and farm to retire."

The emperor kept his ears perked up, not daring to lose focus for even a moment.

He knew that bringing Miaomiao to court would definitely bring a pleasant surprise.

"Well, you are the Minister of Rites, and you don't have many medicinal herb fields at home. Your annual salary from the court is also limited, so I won't make things difficult for you."

Upon hearing this, Wu Bende immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

"As a senior official in the court, since you have relatives from the disaster area who need support, I will grant your request. Starting today, I will give you leave and let the Vice Minister of Rites temporarily take your place. You can return to court when you have resolved your issues."

"thump!"

Wu Bende's expression changed drastically, and he knelt heavily on the ground.

"Your Majesty, I am not old. I can still serve the court for a few more years. I do not want to rest for the time being!"

Every second was filled with mockery.

Even if you don't age, you'll still be serving your grandmother.

"Then what do you suggest we do?" the Emperor countered.

"What can we do? Donate money. It's not like we don't have money. Everyone else is openly rich, but this guy is secretly rich."

Wu Bende was struggling internally; he couldn't step down.

But he knew that the emperor was trying to force him to pay!

"Your Majesty, the people of Gui County are currently suffering greatly. I am ashamed to stay at home and rest. I am willing to donate one thousand taels of gold!"

Since he can't escape it anyway, he might as well donate more.

Those who are in the lead certainly can't be fewer than him.

"Tsk tsk tsk, I must see this when I get the chance. Which unlucky drug dealers got to be squeezed out of so much money? Ten million taels at a time! They must have made a fortune through dirty tricks over the years!"

The Emperor's gaze then fell upon Rong Lizheng.

Rong Lizheng quickly knelt down.

Your Majesty, are you not going to reveal his family's secrets again?

If you say that again, he might commit suicide!

"Prime Minister Rong, you..."

Before he could finish speaking, Rong Lizheng's forehead was covered in sweat, and he stammered, "Your Majesty, please stop. I know the rules, I know the rules! For this crowdfunding campaign, I am willing to donate thirty million taels of gold!"

At this time.

The usually silent Chaoyun Palace was suddenly filled with the sound of teeth grinding.

"Wow, Lord Zhao is so scared! Prime Minister Rong has taken the lead in donating 30 million taels. It wouldn't be right for you not to donate, but you can't think of a good reason, so you're so anxious that you're grinding your teeth."

"My father didn't force you to contribute money. Those with money should contribute money, and those with strength should contribute strength. It's never been done this way before. Now is the time when the court needs capable people. Don't you have many sons? Let them take the lead!"

The Emperor suddenly understood: "Lord Zhao, is there something you want to say to me?"

"Your Majesty, I, I, my family has always been poor, and I'm afraid, I'm afraid, we can't come up with that much money!"

The Emperor then asked, "I've heard that you have five sons who have reached the age of twenty. Would you rather contribute money or your sons?"

Zhao Meng was quite happy to agree.

"Your Majesty, I do indeed have five sons who have come of age, and they can be sent away at any time if Your Majesty needs them!"

Shi Miaomiao never expected him to be so generous.

Suddenly, it occurred to him that he had been worrying about getting his son an official position through connections, and now he was just waiting for this opportunity.

sloppy.