Died of old age, and you tell me this is a life simulation?

As for this plan, Zhao Min didn't agree at first. It wasn't that she thought it was impossible, but even if the plan succeeded, there was not enough interest to support it. The Mongols were separated from the Song Dynasty by the Liao, Jin, and Xia Kingdoms. Attacking the Song Dynasty's underworld forces would obviously not bring much benefit, and it would easily make things difficult for others.

After all, it's far away, so what's the point of getting things done?

What's more, the underworld forces are ultimately just underworld forces. When viewed at the national level, they are somewhat not worthy of being mentioned.

Even if the plan goes smoothly and is within reach, how much profit can be made?

It's nothing more than bringing down some martial arts sects.

It is of no benefit to the country.

Therefore, Zhao Min did not express her opinion on the matter. She just ordered someone to get rid of it casually and let it go.

Unexpectedly, Cheng Kun seemed to be very concerned about this abnormality. After that, he brought up the old matter again and again, constantly improved the plan, and even put it into action personally, reporting the results one by one, and trying to persuade the palace with emotion and reason, hoping to persuade the royal palace to help. Zhao Min had read those letters and intelligence. They were all Cheng Kun's tricks to sow discord in the martial arts world, and they were very effective. At this time, although she still didn't care so much, she was also interested. She paid attention to the situation in the Southern Song Dynasty from time to time, and mobilized many spies to pass on information and gather intelligence.

You know what, she really discovered a lot of clues.

She didn't pay much attention to the affairs of the martial arts world. Apart from the hatred between the Ming Cult and the other martial arts sects being artificially fanned and burning more and more fiercely, the story of Qiao Feng's life experience was quite sensational. However, compared with the various prophecies that arose in Jiangnan, these trivial matters were obviously not a big deal.

No matter how sensational the former was, it was limited to the Jianghu and had little impact, but the latter...

If we're not careful, a civil uprising could ensue! This is a truly serious matter!

Zhao Min was also known for her intelligence and wit. The moment she learned about the situation in Jiangnan, she immediately drew upon all the information that her spies had reported back from the Southern Song Dynasty in recent years, particularly the classified reports from Jiangnan, such as the devastating effects of the "Flower and Stone Gang" policy on the region, the increasing number of refugees and bandits, widespread public discontent, and the emergence of barefoot groups across the country...

From these grass-gray snake lines, a judgment was made instantly:

Jiangnan is a powder keg. If there's even a tiny spark, riots will break out in an instant! Burning to the ground!

At this critical juncture, the spread of various prophecies undoubtedly exacerbated this point, or in other words, confirmed this point.

Realizing that a civil uprising was very likely to occur in Jiangnan, Zhao Min, after thinking about it, told her speculation to her father, Prince Ruyang, and presented all the compiled information to the Mongol Khan Temujin through her close friend Princess Huazheng, hoping to attract his attention.

Nowadays......

Judging from the latest news from the Southern Song Dynasty, her guess was indeed correct.

Civil unrest really broke out in Jiangnan!

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Chapter 421 Zhao Min: I heard that the Khan arranged a marriage for you?

Although her judgment was correct, Zhao Min did not feel complacent about it. Instead, she thought about how the Mongols should respond to this changing situation in order to gain the most benefits.

After much thought, there are only eight words:

Wait for the right time! Send troops south!

The Khitans of the Liao Dynasty and the Jurchens of the Jin Dynasty were originally nomadic tribes like the Mongols. Before the founding of their countries, they were all brave and warlike and extremely cruel. However, decades have passed since then, and they no longer have the might they once had. Although they are not as decadent as the Southern Song Dynasty, they are not much stronger either.

And what about the Mongols?

It is the time when the military is at its peak!

Destined to conquer the world!

Thinking of this, Zhao Min's eyes flickered slightly, and she felt quite moved.

I don't know if I'll have the chance to participate this time...

Hua Zheng had no idea what Zhao Min was thinking. She blinked her bright eyes and said with a smile, "That's pretty impressive too~"

As he spoke, he came forward and pulled Zhao Min to sit down. He took a curious look at the letters and information, but did not use them. He leaned against Zhao Min and hummed a tune from the grassland, obviously in a good mood.

Zhao Min felt helpless when she saw this.

The princess has loved to stick to her since she was a child. Now that she is getting older, she has not become more restrained but has become even more intimate with her.

Fortunately, she got used to it.

"I don't have much time today, so I can't take you out to play."

"It's okay, I'll just sit here, Minmin, you go ahead and do your thing~"

"You..." Zhao Min reached out and touched Hua Zheng's cheek, which was smooth and delicate. She said with a frown, "I heard that the Khan wants to arrange a marriage for you. You're a girl who's going to get married. How can you keep clinging to me like this?"

Hua Zheng blushed slightly when she heard this and pushed Zhao Min away: "Stop talking, things haven't been decided yet."

Zhao Min inquired with great interest, "Who would be so lucky as to marry our Princess Hua Zheng? Does the Great Khan have a favorite?"

Hua Zheng stuck out her tongue and said, "You know him too. It's Guo Jing'an."

"Guo Jing?" Zhao Min was startled and very surprised.

Of course she knew Guo Jing.

In the past, when the Khan entertained the leaders and soldiers of various tribes, she had followed her father and brother and had seen them from afar several times.

Judging from his appearance, he is a simple and honest young man with nothing outstanding about him, but his experience is quite legendary. He is well-known and attracts much attention among the upper class of the Yuan Dynasty.

Because he studied under Jebe and learned extremely advanced archery skills, he was more skilled in bows and horses than any other tribes, and was very much loved and appreciated by the Khan. More importantly, he once saved the Khan during a rebellion, and his contribution to saving the Khan was the greatest in history, and since then he was valued by the Khan even more.

It is not impossible that the Khan wants to marry Princess Huazheng to Guo Jing.

"I've seen Guo Jing before, but I don't know much about him. Princess Huazheng, I've heard you mention him before. What do you think of him? Would you consider him your husband?"

Hua Zheng pondered for a moment: "Well... I can't really say whether he's suitable for me or not. He's a nice guy, but a little boring..."

Not very smart either...

Thinking of this, Hua Zheng looked at Zhao Min and thought that compared to Minmin, no one could be called smart.

Zhao Min raised her eyebrows slightly. "So, even though Guo Jing isn't exactly to your liking, you don't dislike him either, right?"

Hua Zheng was silent for a moment. After thinking for a while, she nodded hesitantly: "I think so."

Although she had some longing for matters between men and women, she also knew that marriages were decided by parents and matchmakers.

Therefore, as long as she did not hate it from the bottom of her heart, she was prepared to follow the Khan's arrangements.

Zhao Min smiled slightly when she heard this: "Have you set a wedding date?"

"Oh, I told you it hasn't been decided yet." Hua Zheng was a little embarrassed and quickly explained, "The Khan just had this idea, and Guo Jing'an replied..."

As he spoke, he seemed to have thought of something, his expression froze and he looked a little worried.

Zhao Min was confused: "What's wrong with Guo Jing? Isn't he willing?"

"No, no!" Hua Zheng quickly shook her head. "I heard that Guo Jing'an agreed to follow his six masters south to keep an appointment and left some time ago. I was thinking that Jiangnan is very uneasy right now, and I wondered if they would be in danger if they went there..."

After all, he was her childhood playmate and buddy. While she couldn't say she was particularly fond of Guo Jing, they had a close friendship, so she was concerned for his safety.

Zhao Min finally understood, but her curiosity was also piqued. "Heading south for an appointment? What appointment?"

Hua Zheng briefly explained the situation of the Guo and Yang families. She had heard these things from her brother Tolui. Tolui and Guo Jing were sworn brothers and had a very good relationship, so he knew Guo Jing's life experience and would occasionally mention it to her, so she heard most of it and had a general idea of ​​it.

"It is said that his six masters had made an eighteen-year agreement with Taoist Master Qiu Chuji of the Quanzhen Sect. Each side would teach martial arts to the children of the Guo and Yang families. After eighteen years, they would meet in Jiaxing for a martial arts competition to see who was better!"

Zhao Min listened carefully, her eyes lighting up as she clapped her hands in admiration. "For this promise, they've traveled thousands of miles from Jiangnan to the grasslands... These Seven Freaks of Jiangnan truly keep their word! They're truly admirable!"

To be honest, I'm a little jealous.

Although her Ruyang Palace has countless retainers, they are all lured with power and wealth. It is unknown whether there are any chivalrous and righteous men like her who are so loyal and righteous.

Mainly because it is difficult to judge, character is something that is hard to see, no matter how much you say, it is not as good as actual actions.

Zhao Min shook her head and sighed softly, "It's a pity that I only learned about the Seven Freaks of Jiangnan today. They have already gone south to the Central Plains, so I won't be able to see them."

Hua Zheng chuckled softly, "Those six masters are indeed very interesting people. I met them when Brother Tuolei and I went out to play together. One of them, a female master named Han, liked me very much and often took me out to play."

actually......

It was also because of Han Xiaoying's existence that Hua Zheng was willing to occasionally follow Tuo Lei to play with Guo Jing.

After all, the two young men drew their bows and shot arrows as soon as they met, shooting wild beasts everywhere. Although she, a girl from the grassland, did not dislike playing like this, she always found it boring.

Most of the time, I would go and play with Han Xiaoying as soon as I got there.

Compared to Guo Jing, Hua Zheng is more familiar with Han Xiaoying.

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Chapter 422: Zhao Min: If he doesn’t show up for a long time, how can the subordinates know his superiors?

When mentioning Han Xiaoying, the smile on Hua Zheng's face became brighter, but when she thought that they all went south to Jiangnan, her mood suddenly became depressed again.

"Minmin, do you think they will be in danger?"

"It shouldn't be. Don't worry too much," Zhao Min soothed. "As you said, the Seven Freaks of Jiangnan are quite skilled. They were able to handle the situation even after traveling thousands of miles to the grasslands. With their experience in the martial arts world, I'm sure they'll be fine when they return. Besides, they were originally from Jiangnan, so returning to their homeland would be like taking to the water. How could anything go wrong?"

After hearing this, Hua Zheng felt a little relieved, but she was still a little worried.

Seeing her frown, Zhao Min said, "If you're worried, I can send some people to protect them, okay?"

After hearing this, Hua Zheng smiled happily: "That's perfect! With you taking care of me, Minmin, nothing will happen!"

Zhao Min smiled and said nothing.

After all, she didn't know the Seven Freaks of Jiangnan or Guo Jing, and she only made this arrangement for Hua Zheng's sake.

However, she was going to intensify her investigation into Jiangnan, so it was only natural for her to send more spies. It would also be fine for her to look after Guo Jing and the others at the same time.

Furthermore, the relationship between the Guo and Yang families actually involved the Quanzhen Sect and the Prince Zhao's Mansion of the Jin Dynasty. She became interested and planned to look into the ins and outs of what happened back then, which might be useful in the future.

Guo Jing was so favored by the Khan that even his favorite Princess Huazheng was willing to marry him. It would be good to help him and do him a favor both publicly and privately.

If they really encounter danger, then help them. With this favor, maybe you can even subdue the Seven Freaks of Jiangnan.

All in all, kill two birds with one stone!

Hua Zheng's worries vanished, and she began to smile again. Looking at Zhao Min's charming face, which was too beautiful to look at directly, she suddenly had an idea and asked, "Minmin, you are the same age as me. Has Prince Ruyang arranged a marriage for you?"

"..." Zhao Min paused for a moment before she spoke again, "My father did mention it, but I always refused. You know my ambitions; if I were married, there would be no way to realize them."

"But a girl has to get married eventually..."

Zhao Min snorted softly and tapped Hua Zheng's forehead: "If I get married and you get married too, it will be even harder for us to get along in the future."

"Yes..."

Hua Zheng felt embarrassed when she heard this. She leaned against Zhao Min and sighed softly, "Oh, Minmin, it would be great if you were a man. With your intelligence and talent, you would definitely achieve great things! As for me, there's no need to worry about it. I can just marry you and we can be together every day from now on."

Zhao Min was stunned for a moment, then burst out laughing. "Whether it's a boy or a girl is determined by fate. Even though I'm a girl, I'm not necessarily weaker than a boy! But..."

Glancing sideways at Hua Zheng's charming and beautiful face, he couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth slightly, his narrow, long peach blossom eyes curved into a smile: "You're right. If I were a man, then Guo Jing would have to go aside first. This princess... well, this king would marry you, the pearl of the grassland, home first and then talk about other things!"

Hua Zheng's face flushed, her heart pounding, and she said shyly, "Minmin, stop saying that. It's so embarrassing... Besides, you're obviously much prettier than me. If we're talking about Mingzhu, it should be you, Minmin!"

"Oh? In that case, then you should be a man and marry me! Haha~" Zhao Min pretended to be shy, but it didn't last long. The two looked at each other and giggled.

At night, after coaxing Hua Zheng to sleep, Zhao Min tossed and turned, unable to sleep. She got up, put on a cloak, went to the outer room, took out the intelligence letter and continued to read it carefully.

In the candlelight, the delicate face like white jade was reflected. Compared with the daytime, it was less heroic and more gentle.

a long time.

Zhao Min put down the secret document and stared at the information recorded on it thoughtfully.

"Fang Han, the barefoot doctor, the rebels..."

Zhao Min's eyes flickered. She had naturally heard of Fang Han.

An article called "Barefoot Medical Records" not only caused a sensation in the Song Dynasty, but also some of its contents were circulated on the grasslands. It can be regarded as a treasure trove of medical books that can cure diseases and save lives!

"This man has been famous for three years, praised by the government and the public. Now, a righteous army is using his name to start an uprising in Jiangnan. Was this his own doing, or was he...being promoted as a banner to rally the people?"

Zhao Min pondered for a while and couldn't make a judgment for a moment.

Both of these speculations are possible.

She was more inclined to the former. Once the rebels started the uprising, they captured cities and plundered territories in a short period of time, and even took several cities, shaking the south of the Yangtze River. It was obviously more likely that this was premeditated. The barefoot doctors spread all over the country undoubtedly explained and confirmed this point. Only they had the ability to organize and gather such a large riot!

but......

What made her suspicious was that according to the intelligence gathered by the spies, Fang Han, who was supposed to be the leader of the rebel army, was not living in Jiangnan, but was living in Linshui on Zizhou Road, adjacent to the Dali border. Moreover, he did not appear in Jiangnan after the rebel army started the uprising.

Is he hiding secretly, or is he still in Linshui, Zizhou?