There is a kind of scholar

Chapter 383 The Queen’s Personal Letter

Putting down the glazed cup, Li Youqing got up and ordered: "Go to the study."

After arriving in the study, Li Youqing had completely gotten rid of his sleepiness and was in high spirits. He sat behind the big red case, looked at the two officers and asked:

"Is there something urgent?"

"Reporting to the princess, there is an important matter that needs to be ruled by the princess."

"Go ahead."

"Several states downstream of the Yellow River have been experiencing continuous heavy rains recently, and the water level of the Yellow River... has risen to a dangerous level."

"Flooding in the Yellow River..."

"..."

Li Youqing frowned, she just got rid of the sleepy complexion, and climbed up with waves of worry, she rubbed the center of her brows, and gave a series of orders.

These include embankment building, dredging, grain storage, etc.

She wanted to be fully prepared to prevent a complete burst of banks along the Yellow River.

If such a tragedy occurs, the raging Yellow River will flood several states.

The Yellow River has been a problem for a long time, because the Yellow River has completely become a "hanging river above the ground" in the lower reaches. The river bed is actually higher than both banks. The raging Yellow River water can only be maintained by the dams on both banks.

Once the levee breaks, it will be an immeasurable disaster.

Although Li Youqing ordered and made sufficient arrangements, if the worst happens, it will not be as simple as killing or injuring one or two people.

It was a huge disaster for the entire Liang Dynasty!

The loss of population, farmland, and houses is really immeasurable, especially the loss of population, which is tantamount to shaking the foundation of the country.

So when Li Youqing mentioned this, he felt a headache.

Manpower is sometimes scarce and it is really impossible to completely prevent this disaster.

Even in the 21st century with advanced technology, people still have no good solutions to raging floods and urban waterlogging.

All she can do now is make arrangements and plans in advance so that she won't be in a hurry.

After arranging this matter, Li Youqing took a sip of strong tea to refresh himself, and then asked: "By the way, how is the progress of the case of the disappearance of [-] Liao troops?"

Qiu Dianjun replied: "Replying to the princess, the Prison Department's second arrester Qianmianhu, Tang Shujing, and Su Wenxue have not yet reported the latest progress."

Li Youqing remained motionless and only said "hmm".

This case is indeed very complicated, and it is not easy to solve it. Li Youqing had already expected this result, and it was just a routine question.

At this time, she thought of the thunderstorm night in the barren temple in the barren mountains of Youzhou a few days ago.

In addition to being taken advantage of by Su Xian, she also learned that Su Xian had some clues. Perhaps, in a month or two, Su Xian would be able to solve the case!

Thinking of this, Li Youqing couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief.

Su Xian has repeatedly surprised her, and she hopes this time is no exception.

At this time, a palace maid reported outside the study that the gods had sent an urgent letter. It was a letter handwritten by Her Majesty the Queen.

"Send it in quickly!"

Li Youqing immediately became energetic and did not dare to neglect at all. He stood up and gave instructions loudly.

Soon, a gilded envelope with patterns appeared in Li Youqing's hand. Qiu Dianjun took a look at it from a distance and only saw the words "My dear mother" on the envelope.

That is the handwriting of Her Majesty the Queen.

"Young Niang" is Li Youqing's nickname.

Generally only her elders and brothers can call her this.

Li Youqing's expression was solemn, and she did not dare to neglect at all. She gently tore open the envelope, took out a page of snow-white letter paper, and then read it carefully.

On the side, the Qiu Dian Army and the Dong Dian Army did not dare to show their anger.

However, anything related to Her Majesty the Empress should not be taken lightly. If you don't pay attention, you will lose your head. The two Dianjun are well aware of the power of it.

It was quiet in the study.

In the temporary garden outside, although the birds were still singing, they were much sparser. They seemed to feel the strange silence in the study.

Suddenly, the two Dianjun frowned at the same time.

Because they found that Li Youqing's complexion became ugly at a speed visible to the naked eye, the phoenix eyes were round, and the eyebrows were furrowed... This is an angry expression.

At that moment, the two Dianjun held their breath and silently paid attention to the changes in Li Youqing's expression.

Not long after, Li Youqing put down the letter paper, his face was still ugly, and there was a glint of anger in his phoenix eyes.

After carefully discerning her expression, Qiu Dianjun asked in a low voice: "Princess, what happened?"

Li Youqing's voice was slightly cold and she said:

"A few days ago, Qian Zhongshu reported to His Majesty that my palace was unfavorable in investigating the case of the disappearance of [-] Liao soldiers. It has been nearly a month and the case has not yet been solved..."

"..."

Qian Zhongshu was the chief of the Zhongshu Province of the dynasty. His official title was "Zhongshu Ling" and he was of the third rank.

The post of Zhongshu Ling is in charge of the political orders of the military and state. He is responsible for the reign of Emperor Xi and the unification of heaven and man.When you go in, you tell them, when you go out, you serve them, to control all the countries, to save hundreds of people, to support the emperor and to govern the great government.

The most important point is that Qian Zhongshu is a staunch princeling. He and Li Youqing do not deal with each other in court and are political enemies.

Although Li Youqing had always been in an advantageous position in the battle with Qian Zhongshu, for so many years, although Qian Zhongshu was in a difficult situation, he was not defeated, and he always stood tall.

Li Youqing knew the main reason for this.

But this kind of thing involves the queen's imperial mind, so I can't say much...

So over the years, Li Youqing and Qian Zhongshu have been fighting overtly and covertly in the court.

Even her move to Youzhou to take charge was related to Qian Zhongshu's fight.

A month ago, ever since that big case happened, Li Youqing was worried that Qian Zhongshu would seize the opportunity to make a fuss.

Unexpectedly, Qian Zhongshu actually got angry at her...

"Qian Zhongshu encouraged some ministers in the court to attack me. Even Liu Shizhong was on his side..." Li Youqing continued to explain, his eyes getting colder.

"Liu Shizhong has always remained neutral and impartial. Why did he side with Qian Zhongshu this time?" Dong Dianjun was confused.

"Because the case of the missing Liao army is too serious, if the case cannot be solved as soon as possible and the hidden Liao army can be uncovered, Hebei Province will be in danger. Liu Shizhong considered the overall situation, so..."

"..."

After hearing this explanation, the two Dianjun finally understood.

It is related to the safety of Hebei Province. Even if Liu Shizhong remains neutral, he has to stand up. This is the overall situation.

After all, it is really dangerous that the case has not been solved for a month. If the [-] Liao troops suddenly show up and kill them, it will be a fatal blow to the entire Liang Dynasty.

Li Youqing continued:

"In addition, Si Kou, the head of the criminal and prison department, also expressed his position in the court hall, echoing Qian Zhongshu's words."

"What... the Prison Secretary..." the two officers exclaimed, why suddenly, their princess seemed to be the target of public criticism and was besieged by so many people.

"Princess, what exactly does Qian Zhongshu want to do?" Qiu Dianjun asked.

"Qian Zhongshu, in front of His Majesty and the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty, gave me three days to solve the case. If not, I will send someone else to do it." Li Youqing said.

"Solve the case within three days? It's too short! Qian Zhongshu deceives people too much!"

The two Dianjun were furious.

Relatively speaking, Li Youqing calmed down a bit, and said slowly:

"Qian Zhongshu considered the overall situation and for the sake of the stability of the imperial court and the entire Hebei Province, he limited me to three days to solve the case. In fact, it is reasonable and reasonable. This is a conspiracy."

"What about Her Majesty the Queen?" Qiu Dianjun asked again, with a hint of hope, because she knew that Her Majesty the Queen loved their princess very much and would not let them suffer any injustice.

"Under the advice of Qian Zhongshu, Liu Shizhong, and Shao Sikou, Your Majesty... has already nodded in agreement. If I cannot solve the case, I will send someone else to do it."

"This……"

The two officers were immediately discouraged, and now even His Majesty did not support their princess.

But after thinking about it for a while, they quickly figured out the key.

Her Majesty the Queen does love their princess, but she is not a foolish king who ignores military and national affairs and the stability of the world just to love her daughter.

The ten thousand Liao troops hiding in Daliang are like a fish bone stuck in the throat. You know it is inside, but you just can't get it out.

It's like a stick in the throat.

If the Liao army suddenly appeared, came to massacre the city, or cooperated with the Liao army stationed on the border between the two countries, it would be a great disaster for the Daliang Dynasty!
The queen is the emperor after all, and she cannot just care about her children's personal relationships.

"However, Your Majesty has bought half a month for me!" Li Youqing continued, his expression finally softened, "If after half a month, I have not solved the case, Your Majesty will send someone else to take over the case."

"Half a month, it's better than three days." The two Dianjun's drooped heads shook suddenly. Half a month seemed very short, but it was enough for them to move around and make some arrangements.

"Qiulan, please tell me in detail the progress of this case." Li Youqing stuffed the Queen's autographed letter into the envelope and sat up straight, preparing to handle the case personally.

"Your servant obeys..." At that moment, Qiu Dianjun explained the progress of Qianmianhu, Tang Shujing, and Su Xian in detail, carefully but briefly.

After hearing this, Li Youqing pondered for a long time, and finally said: "Tang Shujing, you don't have to think about it. Su Wenxu...it seems like there is little hope now."

She actually looks forward to Su Xian.

But Her Majesty the Queen only gave her half a month. Therefore, according to her previous estimate, even if Su Xian could solve the case, he would not be able to catch up with the half-month period.

"Is there still no news of the second arrest of the Thousand-Faced Fox by the Prison Department?" Li Youqing suddenly asked.

"Reporting to the princess, no news has been sent back from the Thousand-Faced Fox. It seems as if it has evaporated from the world."

Qiu Dianjun replied.

Li Youqing frowned slightly and said while drinking tea:

"This is the usual style of the Thousand-Faced Fox. He must be pretending to be someone and secretly investigating in places we didn't expect. Continue to investigate and report any news about the Thousand-Faced Fox immediately."

"Yes!"

"I hope Thousand Faced Fox can solve the case within half a month and find the [-] hidden Liao troops."

Li Youqing said quietly.

Then, Li Youqing asked Qiulan to send an order to the officials of the Princess Mansion, asking them to brainstorm ideas. If anyone can solve the case, she will definitely reward him heavily.

She was suffering from a serious illness and had to go to the hospital indiscriminately.

She knew clearly that the officials could not solve the case, but she still refused to give up. What if the officials succeeded?
(End of this chapter)