Royal Gold Medal County Magistrate

“Later, by chance, His Majesty came to my jurisdiction for a private visit. The first time I saw His Majesty, I felt he was wise and divine... cough, I was fortunate to be appreciated and promoted by His Majesty to enter the palace to teach the Crown Prince. Unexpectedly, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was also similar to me in his early personality. At that time, he was muddle-headed, idle all day long, often angering His Majesty.”

“Fortunately, I and His Highness share the same aspirations. He can listen to what I say. After a few years of my teaching, he has been completely transformed.”

“When our country suffered a grain disaster, the Crown Prince personally went to provide disaster relief. Banshan Ward in the capital is now one of the most prosperous wards in the capital. It is also personally managed by the Crown Prince, and... all the officials praise the Crown Prince, everyone says he is a wise ruler of the future!”

Fang Zheng paused at this point: “Saying this to the Second Prince is also because I remembered the scene when I was with the Crown Prince, I couldn't help myself.”

“However, Second Prince, to be honest, you are a little stronger than His Highness was back then.”

“Stronger in what?” Ali Bai asked, with a nasal tone, unable to help himself.

Steady!

Fang Zheng smiled slightly: “Stronger in that you have a good attitude and can listen to what others say. You can take the initiative to ask me whether you are better or worse than the Crown Prince, which is enough to show that you have a desire to improve.”

“Based on this alone, you have already surpassed thousands of people. The rest is to take action and change yourself. Given time, you will definitely quietly amaze everyone!”

“Life is a long run. If someone criticizes you, you have to run faster, so that the sound will be behind you, and you will never hear it again.”

“Many things may not have results even if you work hard, but if you don't work hard...” Fang Zheng's chicken soup was freely sprinkled.

A glimmer of light gradually appeared in Ali Bai's eyes.

What he's saying... is making me a little hot...

After continuously outputting more than twenty high-concentration bowls of chicken soup, Fang Zheng wiped the saliva from the corner of his mouth and bowed slightly: “Second Prince, I have offended you a lot today.”

“However, that's just how I am, I really can't hide what's in my heart.”

“If I said something wrong, please don't take it to heart, Second Prince. If I said something right, and the Second Prince wants to make some changes, feel free to ask me if you have any confusion. I think I have been a teacher for so long, I should still have some experience that the Second Prince can refer to.”

After saying that, Fang Zheng no longer paid attention to Ali Bai and walked away.

Only Ali Bai was left in the pavilion, lost in thought.

......

Inside the Imperial Study.

Emperor Jing casually handed Fang Zheng a memorial, then said with a solemn expression: “What did you say to Ali Bai the other day? He has been in the Honglu Guesthouse for two days without leaving the room. He doesn't eat or drink, and they are all worried.”

“Tell the truth, it concerns the relations between the two countries, don't joke around.”

Fang Zheng laughed awkwardly twice: “It's nothing, I just scolded him a few times.”

“What! Why did you scold him?” Emperor Jing asked in surprise.

Fang Zheng has always been proper in his work, how could he do such a thing? It sounded a little unbelievable.

Fang Zheng pondered: “Well, this is a new method of communicating feelings that I have recently researched. Please rest assured, Your Majesty, nothing will happen. Some people get more excited the more they are beaten and scolded. I think the Second Prince just can't accept the reality that he should feel excited for being scolded.”

“What nonsense is this, who would get excited from being beaten and scolded?” Emperor Jing rubbed his forehead and said helplessly: “Forget it, anyway, he is just an unimportant little person, I don't care, it's good if you have a sense of propriety.”

“You will be leaving in two days. Your most important task in Jin is to observe Utu and the officials more. When I was young, I followed the late emperor on expeditions and saw Utu once, but at that time he was just a famous fierce general. I didn't expect him to have such methods.”

“After all, it is difficult for us to spy on the news of the upper echelons of Jin. After you go, you must observe more. This person will definitely be a serious threat to my Great Jing in the future.”

“How are your preparations going?”

How are the preparations going? Everything that should be packed has been packed. This time, I plan to take Zhang Biao and Zhou Tie as bodyguards.

After all, I am unfamiliar with the place, and I don't know what the situation is in their country. What if someone who opposes trade wants to assassinate me?

It's better to be safe than sorry!

The journey is long, and the medical level there is not high. Considering health factors, the medical hall has also prepared some penicillin for him.

Thinking of the medical hall, there is still an evil thing inside. Fang Zheng had an idea and tentatively asked: “Since Utu is a serious threat, what reward can I get if I help Your Majesty get rid of him?”

“Huh? What nonsense are you talking about, do you not want your life?” Emperor Jing looked at him suspiciously.

“I'm saying what if, what if, if I could get rid of him...”

That piece of nuclear radiation jade in the medical hall, if that thing is offered, wouldn't it be interesting?

“If you can get rid of him, I can even make you a king, you can have whatever you want.” Emperor Jing shook his head and smiled, “You really are daydreaming... Alright, don't think about doing stupid things, safety first.”

“Then how about marrying a few more wives...” Fang Zheng muttered.

“What did you say?”

“I didn't say anything.”

Guo Tianyang, who had been standing silently by the side, looked at him in shock.

Fang Zheng pondered silently in his heart.

Whether the jade in the medical hall has nuclear radiation or not, and whether they will send it over to Jin and wear it is another matter. He doesn't dare to guarantee it.

It would be meaningless to make big talk if things can't be done.

Let's wait and see when we get there. If that Utu knows what's good for him and sincerely wants to maintain peaceful development through friendly trade between the two countries, then I won't send it.

“Well, be sure to prepare well when you go back, and appease Ali Bai. It's always good to have a good relationship with him, it may be useful when you get to Jin.”

“Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty, then I will take my leave.”

Fang Zheng had just left the Imperial Study when he unexpectedly ran into Li Yuanzhao.

“Your Highness, where have you been lately?” Fang Zheng asked.

“Where else can I go? I've been in the East Palace all along. The Steam Institute is setting up a track for me. The people below just said that you entered the palace, so I came to find you. You will be leaving in two days, I wanted to ask how the preparations are going.”

“Well, everything is ready, thank you for your concern, Your Highness.”

Li Yuanzhao sighed: “This trip will not be short. It's not interesting for me to be alone in the capital. It would be great if I could go with you. I will go out of the city to see you off on the day you leave.”

“By the way, have you read the newspaper these past two days?”

“I've read it, what's wrong? I decided on a lot of the content inside.”

Li Yuanzhao touched his chin and showed a honeyed smile: “So that's how it is. I was wondering why so many stories in the newspaper these past two days are about me. Writing about how wise and mighty I am, and how hardworking I am, are you trying to write a biography for me.”

“Your Highness is right, I have such a plan!”

Fang Zheng smiled slyly.

What biography am I writing? The Honglu Guesthouse has to send a copy of the newspaper every day. This Banshan Daily is what I specifically asked them to send, it's all for Ali Bai to see!