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It was the morning assembly.

Because of the two assassinations, the Emperor was shocked and ordered to investigate the murderer, but no progress was made. He couldn't help but be furious that day in the morning court.

"Kong Youwei, Xiao Tianyuan, do you two know your crimes?" The Emperor's face sank as he asked the two people in a stern voice.

"Your majesty, we did not do well in return. Please forgive us!"

This matter was of great importance to the emperor. If he did not complete this matter properly, the emperor would definitely be furious. This was unavoidable, as it was within his expectations. Xiao Tianyuan thought to himself, willing to plead guilty.

"I will punish you heavily!" The Emperor waved his hand, preparing to issue the decree.

When Fang Zinan saw this, he stepped out from the crowd of officials and said, "Reporting to the emperor, although General Xiao did not complete his mission, he saved Princess Rong and also took back the Imperial Jade Seal from the assassin's hands. This is considered to be over the top.

Fang Zinan's words made a lot of sense. The officials were whispering to each other. Although Xiao Tian Yuan didn't take Yu Lan of the South, but he did take back the Imperial Jade Seal of the Mi Nation and even saved the Imperial Consort Rong. If he were to punish him just like that, then the Emperor would be too heartless.

"Your Majesty, this humble subject thinks that Prince Rong is right. Although General Xiao did not capture the assassin, he did his best to punish him. It was only then that the Prime Minister, Liang Shu, gave his advice.

"To return to the Emperor, this subject thinks so too." The president of the military, Shi Bo Fei also stepped forward.

Hearing everyone's words, the emperor could not help but nod his head, "What you have said makes sense. Since Xiao Tianyang's achievements are above his, then I shall let bygones be bygones and not punish him for his crimes. "But Kong Youwei, as the leader of the Dragon Guards of the Imperial Guard, was unable to capture any assassins, and even made them threaten the Empress' safety. Zhen decided to punish him with a small punishment and give him a year's salary." As he spoke, he cast a glance at Kong Youwei. "Kong Youwei, are you convinced?"

"Your majesty is wise, and this sinner thanks your majesty." Kong Youwei was very unhappy, but there was nothing he could do.

After the emperor dealt with this matter, his expression eased up a bit as he looked at the crowd of officials.

Upon seeing this, Eunuch Li raised his duck voice, "If there's anything, let's start. If there's nothing else, we can leave the court."

"Reporting to Your Majesty, this humble subject has matters to attend to." The one who stood out was Shi Qingming, Minister of Industry. "This spring, compared to previous years, there was a large amount of rain. The Southern River was overflowing, and the people along the coast suffered greatly. Although the emperor has already ordered for disaster relief, there is still no suitable person to manage the river embankment. This humble subject hopes that the emperor can send someone to manage it as soon as possible. "

The emperor was startled. It's not that he didn't know about this, but he didn't expect the Ministry of Work to have yet to send a suitable candidate. This really made him difficult. After thinking for a while, he asked, "Aren't there suitable candidates in the past years? "Why is it that this year …"

"Reporting to the emperor, in the past, it has always been Duke Xuan who handled this matter. But this year, he …" Shi Qingming did not dare to continue. He knew that because of the poison, King Xuan was still locked up in the estate.

"What you mean is that no one else is qualified to do this other than King Xuan?" The Emperor raised his voice.

"This humble subject does not mean that, but King Xuan does have a way to govern the river. In the past, he was the one to govern the Southern River, but now this humble subject really doesn't have a suitable candidate." Although Shi Qingming feared the Emperor's might, he still had to speak the truth.

The Emperor pondered for a moment, then raised his head and asked, "Which one of you is willing to recommend yourself? If you can manage the river, then I will definitely reward you heavily!"

King Ding looked at the officials and thought to himself, "In the past, there have been many ministers assigned to the administration of the river, but none have succeeded." King Ding looked at the ministers and thought to himself: In the past, there have been many ministers assigned to the governance of the river, but This was a thankless task. With King Ning poisoned and King Xuan locked in the mansion, it should be a good opportunity for him to come out and fight. The problem was that it was too troublesome and he was not willing to give up his current position. If he did not appear, he would be the most famous among the princes. However, once he came out and did not manage well, he would lower his prestige instead. This way, he would not be able to make up for the loss.

The Emperor looked at the ministers again, but didn't see anyone standing up to answer. He couldn't help but feel disappointed, and shifted his gaze to King Ding and King Rong. In fact, the person he was thinking about was King Ding. Now that King Xuan was not around, with his status and prestige, it would be most appropriate for him to handle this matter. But now that Prince Ding had not stepped forward, he could not help but feel disappointed.

Fang Zinan was also thinking about this. Actually, he saw very clearly what the emperor meant. He actually wanted to come out and give it a try. However, he had never managed the river before, so he didn't know if that would work. However, he still had to give it a try. Thinking of this, Fang Zinan stepped forward, "Reporting to your majesty, if there really is no suitable candidate, this humble subject would like to give it a try."

"You …" The emperor was clearly surprised. He remained silent, deep in thought.

At this moment, Shi Qingming, the Minister of Industry, took another step forward. "Reporting to the emperor, this subject believes this matter to be inappropriate."

"Oh …" The emperor raised an eyebrow.

"Your Majesty, there is no need to say anything about how difficult it is to manage the rivers." This subject has two things to worry about: Firstly, Prince Rong has never been in charge, and this subject fears that he is not up to the task. "Second, the management of the river is very difficult. With Prince Rong's body condition, this humble subject fears that he might have run out of energy …" Shi Qingming couldn't finish his words. Although he was speaking the truth, he was afraid that Prince Rong wouldn't be happy to hear it.

The Emperor let out a long sigh. In fact, he had the same misgivings in his heart. Being in charge of the river was different from leading soldiers to war. Prince Rong had never been in charge of it. Therefore, it was hard to be at ease to let an inexperienced person do it.

Shi Qingming looked at Prince Rong, and then knelt on the ground as if he had made up his mind. "Reporting to the Emperor, this subject has a suitable candidate."

"Stand up and speak."

"Your Majesty, the person that this humble subject spoke of is now a person awaiting punishment. This subject does not know whether he should bring him up or not. So first, I ask that the emperor not to punish us! "

Shi Qingming was referring to King Xuan. Not only did all of the ministers understand, even the emperor knew what he meant.

Could it be that this matter had to be decided by King Xuan? But King Xuan was still locked in the mansion. The emperor changed his mind. Having locked King Xuan up in his mansion for so long, it was time for Hou to release him.

"Your majesty, this subject is referring to King Xuan. I hope that your majesty doesn't mind the past grudges. Letting King Xuan out to control the river can be said to be a penalization of merit!" Shi Qingming had been an official in the imperial court for decades. He had a lot of prestige among the ministers, and he was also very popular among the people.

The emperor finally nodded his head, "Since I wish for Lord Shi to recommend me in such a way, then I shall allow it. From today onwards, we order King Xuan to take office and take control of the river. "

"The Emperor's Holy Light, the Emperor's Divine Light!" The officials were finally relieved.