Father, I really don’t want to be the emperor

"This is normal. The right to speak is often in the hands of those in power. How can people like us who are far away in Jiangzhou be looked down upon by those in power?"

Ning Fan smiled self-deprecatingly, but there was a hint of loneliness on his face.

When the northwest border was in crisis, the chief minister of the cabinet came to Jiangzhou in person, and his father, Emperor Tianan, personally wrote a secret letter.

At that time, he seemed to be the last life-saving straw for the empire, but after the crisis was over, it seemed that he was forgotten in a corner where no one was around. This feeling made Ning Fan feel quite bitter in his heart.

Fortunately, another piece of good news came soon, which temporarily diluted Ning Fan's inner anger and loneliness. Huang Chao brought more than 40,000 troops back to Yunzhou from the border with Zhenren, and is currently stationed outside Jianghaiguan.

This time, Huang Chao led more than 50,000 soldiers and horses, charging back and forth in the Jurchens' rear area, causing immeasurable damage to the Jurchens. Moreover, when he returned this time, he not only captured a large amount of Jurchens' gold and silver treasures, but also hundreds of Thousands of cattle and sheep.

What Jiangzhou needs most now is money and materials. As long as there is money and materials, Jiangzhou can quickly multiply and develop. When spring begins, a large number of fertile fields will be sown. As long as the first harvest is obtained, Ning Fan will Completely relieved.

As the saying goes, if you have food in your hands, you won't panic in your heart. Ning Fan has this mentality now. What he wants is food and supplies.

"Zhou Qun, follow me to Jianghai Customs to receive this batch of supplies in person. In addition, you must find a way to accommodate Huang Chao and others."

Huang Chao has made great achievements this time. According to Ning Fan's method of doing things, he will definitely be rewarded greatly. However, the troops under Huang Chao's hands are not under Ning Fan's control for the time being. This is Ning Fan's headache.

These are 50,000 soldiers and horses, not 50,000 cattle and sheep. They have to eat a lot of food and grass every day, and as the lord, Ning Fan has to bear this part of the expenses.

"Your Highness, isn't the Queen of the Jurchens coming to Jianghaiguan to pay a visit to His Highness recently? It's just right to talk about this matter. The food and fodder for the fifty thousand army will be borne by the Jurchens. This is perfect, and these fifty thousand people They cannot be stationed outside the Jianghai Pass for a long time, but must enter the Pass in batches to receive training and military courses."

Zhou Qun had already planned everything and arranged it clearly. Jiangzhou did not need to bear the food and fodder for the 50,000 soldiers and horses for the time being.

Although the population of the Jurchens has not increased much in recent years, they have accumulated a lot of wealth. It is more than enough to support more than 50,000 soldiers.

Moreover, the Jurchens are now in the most panic period. After all, their main force of hundreds of thousands of soldiers and horses has been wiped out by Ning Fan. What the Jurchens are most worried about now is Jiangzhou's revenge, and what they are most worried about is Dakang's revenge. .

If Jiangzhou soldiers and horses can be prevented from retaliating, then they would rather provide some supplies, and I am afraid they are willing to do so.

"Yes, yes, you are very thoughtful. This time, I will definitely rip off the Jurchen empress after I see her."

Ning Fan geared up and felt much better.

Zhou Qun saw the smile on Ning Fan's face again. After thinking about it, he cautiously said, "Your Highness, this time the court has not expressed anything to us in Jiangzhou. Are you really just letting it go?"

Zhou Qun is still a little unwilling. After all, Jiangzhou has sacrificed a lot for the imperial court this time. It’s okay if the imperial court does not provide material rewards, not even a word of praise. This is not only Jiangzhou but even the residents of Jiangzhou. Not happy anymore.

"Of course we won't let this matter go. Since the court doesn't mention our merits, then I will let those storytellers and newspapers spread the word. I want everyone to know that the reason why Dakang was able to escape This disaster is entirely due to me, Ning Fan."

Ning Fan said with a sneer.

In fact, as early as one day ago, Ning Fan's secret message was sent to the capital and delivered to Yueying's hands.

At the same time, the Da Gong newspaper run by Xiao Lingxi in Kyoto also started printing a large number of newspapers on the same day. Ning Fan, who printed all the headlines on the front pages of these newspapers, played a crucial role in the entire war.

For a time, the streets and alleys were full of praise for King Qing. Everyone in the capital of Dakang knew that the reason why Dakang was able to escape the disaster this time and make the Huns retreat was not due to the imperial court or the prince. It was Prince Ning Fan who quietly acted as an unknown hero behind the scenes.

Xiao Lingxi's newspaper played a decisive role, and the storytellers under Yue Ying also promoted it vigorously in the tea shop and restaurant, which also played a promoting role.

Of course, there were also people within the imperial court who were adding fuel to the flames. These people were the cabinet headed by Cheng Wei, who were also promoting this matter.

In Changle Palace, Prince Ning Qing's face looked extremely ugly.

He tore a newspaper in his hand into two halves, threw it into the stove, and instantly turned into black ashes.

"Tell me what this means. The newspapers in Kyoto are here to publicize it for him. If things go on like this, it won't be a big deal. The world only knows Ning Fan, the King of Qing. How can he know that I am the crown prince?"

The prince reacted greatly and was emotionally unstable.

Of course, this is not the fault of Prince Ning Qing. It is really because Ning Fan's propaganda methods are too sharp and advanced. The entire public opinion is almost completely controlled by Ning Fan, and he can turn clouds and rain with his hands.

Even if the imperial court wanted to quietly hide Ning Fan's achievements, Ning Fan could completely smash the imperial court's decision with a flip of his hand.

The prince Ning Qing was angry, and everyone in the Changle Palace was silent and did not even dare to speak out, because according to past experience, the prince would kill people when he was angry. If there was even the slightest mistake at this time, the prince would make excuses. Kill.

So at this moment, everyone in the Changle Palace was trembling with fear. From the maids to the eunuchs to the servants, they were all kneeling on the ground, not saying a word or even daring to speak out.

The person being questioned by the prince was Yan Wudao, the number one counselor around the prince. He was not worried about being killed by the prince, but Yan Wudao couldn't say a word when faced with the prince's questioning.

"Your Highness, I have mentioned this Ta Kung Newspaper to you many times, but you have always considered Xiao Lingxi and have not taken any measures against the Ta Kung Newspaper. This has led to this newspaper becoming more and more popular in Dakang, and its coverage has even expanded. It has radiated to various provinces around Kyoto.”

"I heard that now even His Majesty has to order a newspaper and put it in the Long's case to read."

Yan Wudao couldn't say anything, so he could only complain softly.

Prince Ning Qing's face was ashen, he finally realized the importance of the matter.