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This question surprised Zhou Qiong.

It was an accident in his planning and speculation.

At this time, he was not sure of Emperor Tai'an's attitude, so he could only reply: "I listen to my uncle."

It seemed that it didn't matter, but what he called "uncle" was to plead for him as a family member - he didn't want to go to Xuerong City in Qingzhou where the plague was in progress.

Emperor Tai'an received his meaning and looked calm without showing any expression.

Naturally, Wu Guogong and his family also understood his resistance.

So, they continued their efforts and immediately pushed out another minister and said: "Your Majesty, I believe that Crown Prince Zhou's visit to Qingzhou will definitely turn this plague into a disaster."

"How brave was the old Marquis in repelling the foreign enemies in Qingzhou? Lord Xuan even died generously for the people of Qingzhou. Not to mention the ancestors of the Zhenxi Marquis Mansion, all of them have contributed to our Dongrui. Now the prince As we get older, we should inherit the will of our ancestors. He is the most suitable person for this trip, both public and private. I think the people who come to Qingzhou will feel at ease when they see the prince coming in person."

In order to allow Zhou Qiong to go, Wu Guogong and his family changed their previous attitude and began to praise the Zhenxi Hou Mansion.

However, what they said was indeed true.

Most of Qingzhou's land is barren and desolate, and only a small part of the city is relatively rich. Moreover, it borders the western border and is far away from Ruidu, making it difficult to manage.

Many matters are coordinated by the Qingzhou magistrate and the Zhenxi army. The Zhou family of the Zhenxi Marquis Mansion is a protective god-like existence for the people of Qingzhou.

It is said that among the people of Qingzhou, there are many songs praising the heroes of the Zhou family.

As soon as this statement came out, all the ministers agreed one after another.

In the distance, a courtier glanced at Zhou Qiong and was about to speak when he saw Zhou Qiong tipping the wine glass in his hand upside down on the table.

After a moment of silence, he finally closed his mouth.

That's all, the prince has his own arrangements, please don't get involved.

When the discussion was almost over, Emperor Tai'an suddenly asked Duke Wu: "Gong Wu, who do you think is the most suitable candidate?"

Liu Boyi's mind was spinning, he paused briefly, and then said: "I know very little about Qingzhou, I only know that it is the place where the Zhenxi Army is stationed. Every year there are constant conflicts on the border, and there are many casualties... I I think it’s better for His Majesty to decide the candidates. However, I actually feel that..."

He glanced at Zhou Qiong secretly and said, "The Crown Prince Zhou is the best candidate. After all, the Zhenxi Hou Mansion has a deeper connection with the people of Qingzhou."

Zhou Qiong immediately retorted, "Wu Guogong means, which family members are leading troops locally, which family has connections with the local people? If something happens, it is best for the juniors of this family to come forward?"

Liu Boyi smiled faintly, "That's natural, but Sir, you are young and haven't seen any big scenes, so it's normal to be a little scared. If the Crown Prince doesn't want to go... I think your Majesty will take care of the Crown Prince and you." The royal concubine’s mood.”

"Your Majesty, I don't mean that you don't distinguish between public and private affairs, but there is only one seedling left in Zhenxihou Mansion. It is understandable that Your Majesty is in a dilemma, so we will look for other candidates..."

Liu Boyi used retreat as advance.

Emperor Tai'an lowered his eyebrows slightly, weighing the pros and cons of whether Zhou Qiong should go or not.

He knew very well what the Liu family wanted Zhou Qiong to do.

They just thought that this was a plague. If Zhou Qiong unfortunately got it, death would be the end of it, except for the scourge in their hearts.

If Zhou Qiong is not dead and the epidemic is not handled well, then he will be blamed on the Zhenxi Hou Mansion and directly remove Zhou Qiong's only position as heir apparent.

If Zhou Qiong handles it properly, it can be said that Zhou Qiong is young and takes less credit for his achievements.

No matter which outcome, the Liu family will not suffer.

Thinking of this, Emperor Tai'an felt that his chest was full of depression.

The Liu family became more and more powerful, and the several families he planned to support either clung to the Liu family or chose to retreat, and did not dare to compete with them.

Regarding the Qingzhou plague, he might be able to carry out a person.

But just when he glanced over, no one from those families dared to respond.

And among the crowd's voices, he suddenly felt that Zhou Qiong might actually be a good candidate.

After all, Zhou Qiong is older.

I did a good job when I sent Huang'er to the Southeast Navy to worship the God of Poseidon again.

But, Qiong'er doesn't seem to be willing?

When Emperor Tai'an was worried, he suddenly heard Zhou Qiong say: "In that case, then listen to Duke Wu. Based on the connection between my Zhou family and the people of Qingzhou, I will be the ambassador to the state and personally lead the imperial doctors to Qingzhou to treat the people."

Zhou Qiong said, looking at Emperor Tai'an with his eyes, as if to say, uncle, I will never make it difficult for you.

Emperor Tai'an's eyes suddenly softened, and he said with some affection: "Qiong'er, you are a good boy."

"I am willing to share your worries for Your Majesty!"

He fell to his knees.

Emperor Tai'an personally came down to help him up, "Okay, then I will make you the ambassador to the state. In addition to bringing the imperial doctors with you, I will also have two thousand imperial troops escort you there."

He patted Zhou Qiong on the shoulder, "Don't worry, kid, I will never treat you badly when I come back."

If it were an ordinary person, I am afraid that he would have been moved to tears, crying and thanking the Lord for His kindness.

But not Zhou Qiong.

His next operation shocked the officials present.

He openly asked His Majesty for money.

"Uncle, how much will my trip cost? Since I am going to treat people, how much medicinal materials do you plan to give me along the way?"

Emperor Tai'an, who was about to stir up some emotion, immediately got stuck.

He retracted his overflowing kindness and said: "Let Mr. Yao Ge arrange this later. Don't worry, I will prepare enough money and medicinal materials for you, and I will not let you be stretched outside."

But Zhou Qiong didn't do this at all.

Although Mr. Yao Ge did not openly support the Liu family, his niece was engaged to a member of the Liu family. With this level of in-law relationship, he did not trust Mr. Yao Ge to deal with it impartially.

Zhou Qiong shook her head, "Uncle, it's better to make the decision now. I want you to be sure."

As he spoke, he looked at Duke Wu with some grievances and sighed: "The so-called way for a poor family to get rich, my family has very little money, and it is not as good as Duke Guo's mansion or as good as Lin Shilang's mansion... I want to see Eunuch Liu when I return to Ruidu this time." When I came back, I boarded the official ship. I didn't want Eunuch Liu to say that I was eating and living on other people's food. It was shameless...Uncle, I don't want to suffer such contempt in the future. Just tell me what you want. This will save me from being accused of being shameless when I ask for money in the end."

He is not stupid. There is a difference between His Majesty's promise in person and his explanation later.

If His Majesty tells you later, then the officials below will always find reasons to exploit some of them, or pass them off as good ones. When the time comes, he can't go to His Majesty for comment on everything, right?

Deciding on the supplies and money for the trip directly in front of everyone can save you a lot of trouble later on.

He just wanted to ask for it in public.

Emperor Tai'an was filled with heartache when he heard this, and said angrily: "Which Eunuch Liu? Liu Baoquan next to the Queen? How brave, he dares to point fingers at my official ships?"