The whole family is obsessed with love? The princess woke them up one after another.

Following Emperor Kangwu's words, two people entered.

The moment these two appeared, the officials and civil servants were immediately struck by their striking good looks.

It's pleasing to the eye just to look at.

At the same time, everyone immediately realized the identities of the two people.

This is the protagonist who caused a huge uproar and was forcibly taken away by Princess Chen'an.

But why are these two people in the palace?

Could it be that Princess Chen'an snatched these two people to provide His Majesty with amusement and entertainment in the palace?

That's one way of putting it, but... in that case, Princess Chen'an didn't do a very good job.

If we're looking for something to amuse His Majesty, then we should do it openly and honestly.

Why bother with this whole robbery drama?

Clearly, Princess Chen'an did it on purpose, deliberately spreading rumors unfavorable to her in order to plot against the King of Wu.

However, this method is rather crude.

How will His Majesty view her?

It's something that could be explained in a single sentence.

Grand Secretary Zhang naturally understood what the civil and military officials could think of, but... he always felt that this matter was not so simple.

After Emperor Kangwu told the two men to rise, they began to sing.

It wasn't the opera they usually perform, but rather... a story about how to quickly treat certain physical symptoms at home.

They finished singing and stood quietly in place.

Qi Zhiyu asked with a smile, "Grandfather, how is it?"

"Excellent." Emperor Kangwu laughed heartily. "It's very detailed, and simple and easy to understand."

"We can create all sorts of things like this in the future, and let Da Rui's opera troupe perform in various places," Qi Zhiyu said with a smile.

"After a day's work, letting people listen to these things after work can not only help them relax, but also teach them a lot."

Emperor Kangwu laughed heartily upon hearing this: "Chen'an, it has to be you again."

"Anything simple can be included, from first aid to farming," Qi Zhiyu said. "These will require Grandfather to find someone to compile them himself."

Emperor Kangwu nodded: "This matter... Eldest son, let your son handle it."

When Prince Rui was called upon, he immediately stepped forward, bowed, and acknowledged the call.

Some ministers didn't quite understand. Didn't His Majesty value Prince Rui's family highly?

Why is such a trivial matter being handled by Qi Jingchen, the son of Prince Rui?

"If Qi Jingchen is in charge..." Emperor Kangwu said, "Let him be the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Rites. That way, it will be easier for him to get things done."

"Thank you, Father Emperor." Prince Rui immediately expressed his gratitude on behalf of his son.

The officials who didn't understand were stunned. Did they really need to be appointed as a fifth-rank official in the Ministry of Rites to handle these trivial matters?

But Grand Secretary Zhang understood.

A secretary in the Ministry of Rites?

If this matter is handled well, the positions of Vice Minister of Personnel and Minister of Rites will be within reach in the future.

However, Qi Jingchen will definitely not become an official in the future, but by entrusting this matter to him, he has already made a name for himself.

Such a beneficial thing for the country and the people, Your Majesty really thought of Prince Rui's family first.

No, that's not right. It can't be said that His Majesty favors Prince Rui's family, since this idea was conceived by Princess Chen'an.

It's normal for His Majesty to entrust this matter to the people of Prince Rui's residence.

At first, some ministers didn't realize what was going on, but they gradually figured out the implications.

It was precisely because they had figured it out that the way they looked at Qi Zhiyu was so complex.

Did Princess Chen'an steal an actor?

This clearly shows that they have seized control of the imperial court's discourse!

Initially, these people were tasked with sharing practical tips and methods for daily life with the people. These tips were either life-saving or ways to save and earn money for them.

Which ordinary person wouldn't like that?

Once the people have become accustomed to listening to music while listening to other things, if the court wants to convey something, it can be mixed in with these messages and subtly influenced the people every day, and they will accept them without even realizing it.

The people are living better lives and are more loyal to the court... The lion's share of the credit goes to Qi Jingchen.

The court officials gradually came to understand.

They were just two actors, yet they were able to leverage such a huge amount of profit.

"Your Majesty, this matter is probably not appropriate," a minister stepped forward and bowed.

"The actors in the opera troupe all come from the common people. If they sing the wrong key words, they will become a culprit."

Qi Zhiyu chuckled softly: "The court will naturally provide unified training to opera troupes that want to serve the imperial court."

"Naturally, the imperial court will also provide them with salaries."

"I think few traveling opera troupes could refuse to be recruited by the imperial court."

Even if a theatrical troupe has a star who is popular, so what?

They still live at the bottom of society, and anyone with a little power can control them.

Even if they wanted to rely on someone with status, they would have to pay a considerable price.

Anyway, when she told the troupe leader, he agreed immediately without even thinking about it.

He signed and pressed his fingerprint on the document, fearing she might change her mind.

From then on, they were no longer a makeshift troupe, but had the imperial court backing them up.

With stable income and guaranteed safety, as long as they're not out of their minds, they know what to choose.

"As for your concern that they might sing it wrong..." Qi Zhiyu asked with amusement, "Which official in Da Rui is unaware of the laws?"

"To survive, they learn opera and go from street to street to make a living. Do you think they would willingly destroy their own secure jobs?"

"Especially since it's a secure job that allows them to eat standing up and survive without having to be subservient to anyone."

Qi Zhiyu's words brought tears to the eyes of the two actors.

If they could rely on the imperial court, even if they were to take the wrong medicine, they would never sing the wrong song!

"Supporting so many people would be a considerable expense," the minister still disagreed.

If he agrees, and Qi Jingchen really takes charge of this matter, it will be a huge boost for Prince Rui.

From then on, these opera troupes became the mouthpiece of the imperial court. When the court needed to issue a decree or proclamation, it could never spread it as quickly or as widely as these opera troupes.

In that case, what chance does the King of Wu have of winning?

"Expenses?" Qi Zhiyu said with a smile, "Teaching people how to plant and raise livestock can increase their income."

"Teaching them first aid methods can reduce civilian casualties."

"Don't the people who are alive, well-fed, and able to work pay even more taxes?"

"Do you enjoy killing the goose that lays the golden eggs? Would you only be happy if you squeezed the people dry?"

The minister's expression changed: "Princess, I had absolutely no such intention."

"I simply have some doubts."

"Confused?" Qi Zhiyu looked him over and asked with a smile, "As a minister who can attend court, you must be at least a fifth-rank official."

"Is he really that short-sighted?"

The minister's heart tightened, and his hands and feet instantly turned ice-cold.

Qi Zhiyu, however, turned to Emperor Kangwu and said, "Grandfather, your standards for selecting officials are not very good."

"What did they all choose?"