The system extends my life, and all my husbands want me to be the empress

Early morning on the second day.

It was also the first time that Lin Wanwan attended the morning court in the Golden Palace after becoming the Minister of Works.

The atmosphere above the court hall was solemn.

Lin Moyun sat on the dragon throne with a frown on his face. He threw the memorial in his hand fiercely on the table and said with a worried look:

"Pingyang City Mayor Zhang Xiaodi wrote a letter saying that 840 Pingyang City residents froze to death last winter, and this summer is even hotter than in previous years, with many cotton plants dying in the sun just as they began to bloom.

It can be predicted that people will have to suffer from severe cold this year, alas!

Pingyang City! Every year people starve to death or freeze to death!

Every time I think about it, I feel deeply distressed! "

All the ministers bowed their heads and remained silent. No one dared to respond to Pingyang City's words.

At this moment, Lin Wanwan's eyes were deep, and she took a few steps forward: "Your Majesty, why do people in Pingyang City freeze to death year after year?"

Lin Moyun glanced at her and sighed, "Alas, Pingyang City has a bad climate. It is extremely hot in summer and extremely cold in winter. It is extremely hot during the day and extremely cold at night."

Lin Wanwan asked: "Is it just caused by the big temperature difference?"

Lin Moyun shook his head: "Pingyang City borders the Zijin Country and is always harassed by the Zijin people. This is even worse for the poor people."

Lin Wanwan's eyes were deep: "Your Majesty, I suggest sending an imperial envoy to Pingyang City."

Hearing Lin Wanwan's words, Lin Moyun frowned, stood up from the dragon chair, put his hands behind his back, paced back and forth, and said angrily:

"Over the years, six ministers have been there, and none of them can solve the problem!"

Upon hearing this, the six ministers knelt on the ground with terrified looks on their faces.

Minister of Personnel Wu Li knelt down and hurriedly explained: "Your Majesty, the problem in Pingyang City is really too difficult."

Minister of Revenue Sun Jinyi's eyes were filled with helplessness, and he immediately said: "Your Majesty, the situation in Pingyang City is complicated, with various conflicts of interest, and I am powerless to do anything about it!"

Zheng Da, the Minister of War, had a bitter look on his face: "Your Majesty, Pingyang City borders Zijin Country, and the climate is not suitable for the deployment of a large number of troops. It is really difficult for the soldiers to overcome the adverse environment. I am really..."

The Minister of Justice looked relaxed: "Your Majesty, it is difficult for the people to survive in Pingyang City, but the crime rate is extremely low. The last time I went there, I saw that the Pingyang City Prison was empty."

Minister of Rites Zhou Zhen and Minister of Works Wang Fen stepped out one after another, also with worried looks on their faces, and echoed: "Your Majesty, we have indeed tried our best."

Lin Moyun stopped, glared at them, and shouted: "What's the point of me keeping a bunch of you trash!"

Just now when he heard the Minister of War mention the Purple Gold Country, Lin Moyun frowned, sat back on the dragon chair, and slammed the table:

"Damn it! The small Zijin Country has been harassing our border frequently. A few days ago, Ye Zhan, the Lord of Baiyang City, wrote a letter saying that the people of Zijin Country have almost occupied half of Baiyang City!

Do you really think there is no one left in Xuanyue Country?!"

Ye Zhan, upon hearing this name, the original owner's memories flooded in like a tide.

Lin Wanwan's breathing was barely stable, but her face was covered with a layer of frost, extremely cold. She finally remembered why the princess died of a cold.

Ye Zhan is Ye Zhaobo's son, and was sent to Baiyang City to be the city lord a month ago.

That day Ye Zhan pushed her into the river and jumped into the water with a group of men, intending to have them rape the princess in the water!

And Lu Mu told those men on the river bank that she was Princess An Ning!

The men were both lustful and timid, and gradually started quarreling, and no one dared to take the princess's life.

Eventually broke up on bad terms.

Lu Mucai rescued the soaked princess, who also caught a cold.

When Ye Zhaobo heard about this, he did not stand up for the princess. He was afraid that the princess would tell outsiders about Ye Zhan's behavior, so he turned a blind eye to the matter.

On the contrary, he was afraid that Ye Zhan might make a mistake due to his momentary confusion, so he planned a lucrative job for him as the Lord of Baiyang City.

Lin Wanwan’s eyes were as black as ink.

Lin Moyun saw that Lin Wanwan's eyes seemed to be covered with a layer of deep fog. She was clearly right in front of him, but it seemed as if there were thousands of mountains and rivers between her and him.

"Minister Lin, what's wrong with you?"

Upon hearing this, Ouyang Qingyu looked in the direction of Lin Wanwan and immediately noticed her slightly furrowed brows and slightly depressed expression.

He couldn't help but feel concerned.

"Nothing." Lin Wanwan said calmly to Lin Moyun.

Everyone discussed the importance of Baiyang City.

Taking advantage of the gap in everyone's discussion.

Ouyang Qingyu pretended to approach Lin Wanwan casually and asked softly, "Why is the princess so worried?"

Lin Wanwan could tell that although his voice was soft, it was full of care.

When Lin Wanwan heard his question, her voice was light and each word was filled with a hint of coldness: "Nothing, I was just a little distracted."

Ouyang Qingyu was so smart that he could tell that she was not telling the truth.

There was a trace of pity in his eyes, and he continued softly, "If there is anything, Princess, please tell me. Don't worry about it alone and hurt yourself."

Lin Wanwen lowered her eyes and did not answer.

Seeing this, Ouyang Qingyu could not say anything more. In the court, he could only temporarily suppress his worries. But his eyes always drifted towards Lin Wanwan from time to time, paying attention to her every move.

At this time, an old general in armor knelt in the hall and said sincerely: "Your Majesty, Baiyang City is the "heavenly place" of our Xuanyue Kingdom." Such a fertile land must not be taken by the Zijin Kingdom!

Veteran General Wang Luda is willing to lead his troops to Baiyang City to quell the rebellion and defend the country. "

Minister of War Zhou Da said: "Okay, I remember that Ye Zhan was also a pioneer under General Wang in the past. General Wang will definitely cooperate well with Ye Zhan when he goes to Pingyang City to boost the prestige of our Xuanyue country!"

Lin Moyun was in a good mood: "Okay, General Wang, lead 300,000 troops to the battle immediately."

The old general Wang Luda stood up and saluted: "Yes! Your Majesty!"

The gloom on Lin Moyun's face finally dissipated a little. He glanced at the crown prince Lin Xiaohe and said, "Crown Prince, I will ask the Ministry of Rites to set a date so that you and Ye Sisi can get married as soon as possible."

Lin Xiaohe stepped forward and saluted: "Yes, Father."

At this time, the Minister of Personnel Wu Li took the first step. He looked serious, clasped his hands together and saluted Lin Moyun, then said indignantly:

"Your Majesty, there is one more matter I want to report."

Lin Moyun said: "Approved."

Wu Li said: "The recent murder of the actor Liu Yiruo in the city has caused a great uproar among the people. The people are talking about it and complaining a lot. The people are so angry that it is difficult to calm down.

The Chief Censor was an official appointed by the imperial court, but he committed such a crime that killed people and angered the people. His crime must be investigated, and I hope Your Majesty will make a wise judgment!

Not to mention the princess, even if it was to treat the small families in Kyoto, the behavior of the Imperial Censor in the play is outrageous!"

After saying that, Wu Li straightened up and looked at Lin Moyun with a firm gaze.

Ye Zhaobo's heart suddenly skipped a beat.

Zhang Ping, the Grand Secretary of the Cabinet, also stepped out. He stroked his beard and echoed with a serious expression:

"Your Majesty, what Minister Wu said is absolutely right. Now everyone in the streets is talking about this matter, and the public opinion is overwhelming, all accusing Ye Zhaobo.

I think that if we don’t punish them severely, it will be difficult to appease the public anger and we will lose the support of the people.”

As Zhang Ping spoke, he bowed slightly, his face full of worry.

Crown Prince Lin Xiaohe stood aside and heard everyone's condemnation of Ye Zhaobo. He closed his lips and remained silent.

He met Ye Zhaobo's gaze for help, but his eyes flickered quickly and he quickly avoided it, while he was thinking rapidly in his mind:

Ye Zhaobo is his wing. If this matter is not handled properly, it will implicate himself and affect his prestige in the court.

Thinking of this, his brows furrowed slightly, and he was thinking about how to deal with the situation.

But, at this moment.

Zhou Zhen, the Minister of Rites, stepped out of the queue, bowed respectfully to the emperor, and then said earnestly:

"Your Majesty, there may be something else going on here. The actor's words may not be completely credible, and you cannot convict Lord Ye based solely on rumors.

How could the censor harm the princess? I hope Your Majesty can investigate in detail to avoid an unjust case that would chill the hearts of the ministers. "

Lin Moyun sat on the dragon throne, listening to the ministers' arguments, his face becoming increasingly gloomy.

Suddenly, he thought of someone using Lin Wanwan to murder Concubine Lin and the heir in her belly! Thinking of the content of the play, he concluded that this matter was not groundless.

Lin Wanwan is a member of the royal family after all!

Even though Lin Wanwan had never been treated well over the years, the matter was exposed, causing public outrage. Where was the royal family's face?

Thinking of this, Lin Moyun looked at Ye Zhaobo among the ministers, and saw him standing in the hall pretending to be serious, surrounded by many ministers who were filled with righteous indignation.

He was so angry that he slammed the dragon table, stood up and shouted loudly: "Ye Zhaobo! I want to hear you say!"

Ye Zhaobo hurriedly lowered his head and walked out of the line, deliberately putting on a regretful and honest look on his face, and knelt in the hall.

Lin Moyun asked: "The play says that you abused the princess. Is that true?"

His body trembled slightly, and he cried, "Your Majesty, this is absolutely not the case. It was Liu Yiruo who slandered me!

I made a big mistake in the heat of the moment, and I regret it deeply!

I have always been honest and dutiful.

I have never had any intention of usurping the throne. This time it was really that actor Liu Yiru who arranged for me to be a minister!

I had no choice but to resort to this measure!"

Ye Zhaobo's seemingly sincere eyes revealed deep self-blame and guilt, and at first glance, people really thought that he was sincerely admitting his mistake.

However, at this moment, Lin Wanwan walked out with a cold gaze, staring directly at Ye Zhaobo, and said in a cold voice:

"So, Lord Ye thinks that the story written by Liu Yiruo, in which the Imperial Censor bullied the princess, is false?"

Ye Zhaobo was slightly startled, a trace of panic flashed in his eyes, but he quickly pretended to be calm and said:

"It's absolutely false! Princess, please stop slandering me! I, Ye Zhaobo, am a man of integrity, how could I be like what is said in the storybook?

When did I, Ye Zhaobo, ever abuse the princess?

For so many years, the princess has been recuperating in the East Courtyard due to her frailty. If you really abused the princess, I'm afraid she would have died long ago and her soul would have returned to heaven."

After saying that, Ye Zhaobo raised his eyes and saw no emotion in Lin Wanwan's dark eyes.

Lin Wanwan said in a light voice: "By the way, Lord Ye, you are absolutely right."

People present: ...

Afterwards, everyone started whispering to each other, wondering what Princess An Ning meant by this.

Seeing that Lin Wanwan did not bite back, Ye Zhaobo secretly breathed a sigh of relief and couldn't help but straighten his body a little.

"But, Lord Ye." Lin Wanwan's words floated out again, and Ye Zhaobo's breath of relief, which had just been released, was held tightly up again.

Everyone present stopped talking immediately. Lin Wanwan's voice was not loud to begin with, and they held their breath, fearing that they had heard it wrongly.

"Liu Yiruo was just singing a story, but Lord Ye killed him."

These words, one by one, rolled down the floor like beads from Lin Wanwan's mouth and jumped into the hearts of everyone present:

"This...isn't it something an honest person would do?"