Qin's Moon: I'm really not the Holy Lord of the Demonic Sect

Chapter 120 Volunteering and Planning for Nanyang

While Yang Che and Ji Wuye were feigning affection, King Han Anlai entered the main hall. In fact, he had been there for a while, but seeing the confrontation between Yang Che and Ji Wuye and that Yang Che had not suffered any losses, he did not rush to show himself and instead became a spectator.

Zhang Ping was stabbed, and Zhang Kaidi is old. Although he can still restrain Ji Wuye, how many more years can Zhang Kaidi hold on?

Because Han Wang An was deeply worried about the future situation, he was so eager to push Yang Che to the throne, hoping that he could help Yang Che gain power and replace Zhang Kaidi to check Ji Wuye during the few years Zhang Kaidi could still hold on.

Han Wang'an's move was out of desperation. If possible, he would not want to push Yang Che forward, but he couldn't find a more suitable candidate, so he had no choice but to try anything.

In order to help Yang Che gain power, Han Wang An even planned to marry Hong Lian to Yang Che when she came of age. At that time, Yang Che, as a member of the imperial clan, would hold the position of Minister of Works, and with the help of Liu Yi, he would be able to barely restrain Ji Wuye.

It can be said that Han Wang'an's arrangement for Yang Che was entirely out of helplessness, but Yang Che's performance far exceeded his expectations. No, it was not just unexpected, but something he dared not even imagine.

Yang Chewen was sent as an envoy to the Qin state and handled the diplomatic issues between the two countries in an orderly manner. It should be noted that the Han state was a weak state compared to the Qin state. The relationship between a weak state and a strong state is the most troublesome. However, Yang Chewen was able to thrive in the Qin state and move among the powerful and influential people.

This demonstrates Yang Che's wisdom.

Just now, Yang Che showed Han Wang An his martial arts skills. How could Han Wang An have imagined that someone of Yang Che's age would have the martial arts skills to face Ji Wuye directly?

This surprised and delighted King Han An even more. Although martial arts skills are the least important in court struggles, they are very important in battles outside the court. At the very least, they can ensure that one is not harmed by underhanded tactics.

Han Wang An also knew about the assassins in the night.

Now that King Han An knows that Yang Che is both skilled in combat and capable of self-defense, how could he not be overjoyed? He thought he had already overestimated Yang Che, but now he realizes that he doesn't know Yang Che well enough, and that Yang Che can give him even greater surprises.

In high spirits, King Han sat on the throne, his tone relaxed, and even his weak old back straightened up.

The morning assembly officially began.

Soon, King Han's wonderful mood turned sour, because Prime Minister Zhang Kai brought him cruel news.

Since the beginning of spring, Nanyang has not experienced a single rain shower. What does this mean?

For a moment, both King Han An and Ji Wuye frowned.

The state of Han had been gradually annexed by the Qin state for many years and was no longer as powerful as it once was. Its once vast territory had been compressed into a narrow space of only 300 li (approximately 150 kilometers) around Xinzheng.

Currently, apart from the Gyeonggi region centered around the new capital Sinjeong and the old capital Yangdi, South Korea only has Namyang, consisting of 17 counties. If Namyang were to experience a drought, it would mean that half of South Korea's population would be affected, which would be a fatal blow to the country.

Ji Wuye is indeed a powerful minister, but the foundation for a powerful minister's existence is the continuation of the country. Therefore, Ji Wuye cannot remain indifferent to the impending drought in Nanyang.

"Drought?" King Han murmured to himself, already able to imagine the devastation during the summer harvest.

"Your Majesty, the most urgent task is to send ministers to Nanyang to organize the people to fight the drought and provide disaster relief," Zhang Kaidi emphasized.

"Yes, the most urgent task is to combat the drought. Who does the Prime Minister think is suitable for this position?" King Han An pressed.

Zhang Kaidi looked at the ministers in the court. He first looked at the crown prince, but when the crown prince met Zhang Kaidi's gaze, he quickly looked away, which made Zhang Kaidi feel disappointed.

He knew why the crown prince looked away, and he knew that the prince would be disappointed. How could the crown prince of a country be afraid to take responsibility at such a critical moment?

Zhang Kaidi then looked at the Fourth Young Master, Han Yu.

King An of Han had a total of ten children. In addition to several princesses, he had four sons. Apart from one who died young, the adults were the Crown Prince, the Fourth Prince Han Yu, and the Ninth Prince Han Fei.

Han Fei is currently studying at the Jixia Academy. Only the Crown Prince and the Fourth Prince are in the court. Zhang Kai also knows that in recent years, the Fourth Prince Han Yuquan has been cultivating retainers, winning over court officials, and building his own power, aiming for the position of Crown Prince.

Han Yu had this intention, and at this moment, he should step forward.

Unfortunately, when faced with Zhang Kaidi's gaze, Han Yu, unlike the Crown Prince who guiltily looked away, remained unusually calm and emotionless, pretending not to see anything.

One was utterly useless, while the other was overly clever. In a short time, Zhang Kai had already made a judgment about the two.

In Nanyang, relationships are deeply intertwined. Ordinary people would find it difficult to even establish themselves, let alone fight drought and provide disaster relief. Only those of high status can maintain order.

Clearly, Han Yu knew this was a task that would offend people, so he refused to do it no matter what. As for the Crown Prince, he was completely muddle-headed and afraid of trouble.

Disappointed, Zhang Kai looked at others, unable to make up his mind. In his mind, the most suitable candidate was the Crown Prince, followed by Han Yu, but these two—

While Zhang Kaidi hesitated, Ji Wuye spoke up: "If the Prime Minister cannot find a suitable candidate for the time being, I can recommend someone."

"Whom does the General recommend?" Zhang Kaidi asked.

"The Sikong Mansion is responsible for engineering construction and drought relief. Whether it's digging wells or excavating canals, it all falls under the jurisdiction of the Sikong Mansion. Such an important task as drought relief in Nanyang is best left to Sikong Yang." Ji Wuye said, looking at Yang Che with an expression that said, "I really admire you."

Meeting Ji Wuye's gaze, Yang Che could even see a hint of mockery in Ji Wuye's eyes. Just moments ago, they were like brothers, and Ji Wuye was about to give Yang Che a beauty, but now he was trying to trick Yang Che.

"Yang Sikong?" Zhang Kaidi also looked at Yang Che. Although Sikong was indeed in charge of construction, the Sikong Mansion had been vacant for many years and was short of manpower. Yang Che was also young, so how could he be qualified to be such an important person?

"Your Majesty, Prime Minister, Yang Sikong is the most suitable candidate. Yang Sikong, at this critical moment, you certainly won't abandon the people of Nanyang, will you?" Ji Wuye pressed Yang Che with his words, clearly not intending to give Yang Che a chance to refuse.

"Drought relief and disaster relief are the duties of the Sikong Mansion. Since I have been trusted by the Lord and entrusted with the position of Sikong, I naturally have no choice but to take on this responsibility," Yang Che said loudly.

All eyes were immediately drawn to him. Was it ignorance that made him fearless, or was he truly loyal and devoted?

"Sikong, you must think this through carefully. This is no small matter; it concerns the lives of nearly a million people in Nanyang." Although deeply moved by Yang Che's loyalty and sense of responsibility, King Han still reminded him.

He was of great use to Yang Che and did not want to see Yang Che die prematurely.

"It is precisely because I know this that I must step forward, Your Majesty. I am willing to travel to Nanyang," Yang Che bowed and pleaded.

Yang Che accepted this task not because Ji Wuye had placed him on a pedestal, but because he had his own reasons.

It is now the eighth year of King Zheng of Qin, and there is still one year before the start of the Tianxing Jiuge storyline. In Yang Che's memory, there will be a food shortage in Nanyang next year. The reason behind this is that Fei Cuihu mixed lime into the fertilizer he sold to farmers, causing the crops to fail.

Why are the people of Nanyang buying fertilizer from Emerald Tiger? The reason might lie in this year's drought. Although Yang Che is not a good person, he can still help the people of Nanyang within his power and prevent them from being cheated by Nightfall.

Moreover, Yang Che's desire to replace Nightfall and develop the power of the two sects of the Demonic Path meant he had to take the initiative, and his trip to Nanyang was his opportunity.

"Good, good." Seeing Yang Che's unwavering loyalty and integrity, King Han was greatly encouraged. He was indeed a person he valued.

"The Minister of Works will go to Nanyang. I bestow upon you a sword. You may act as you see fit in all matters related to disaster relief. If anyone obstructs the drought relief efforts, you may execute them first and report later." King Han An stood up, removed his sword, and personally stepped down from his throne to hand the sword to Yang Che.

"Your Majesty, I will not disappoint you, nor the people of Nanyang," Yang Che solemnly said as he accepted the sword with both hands.

"Good, good, Sikong is indeed my trusted minister. At this critical moment, only you, Sikong, have stepped forward." King Han An grabbed Yang Che's hand and shook it vigorously.

"The entire court is filled with loyal ministers, each fulfilling their duties. Fighting the drought is precisely my responsibility," Yang Che said humbly.

If he agrees to Han Wang'an's request, he will offend the entire court.

"I know it all, I know it all."

Han Wang'an held Yang Che's hand tightly, making Yang Che want to shake him off, but here, he couldn't refuse to give Han Wang'an face.

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