roccoschili Chapter 127 Appreciation
Chapter 127 Appreciation
Chapter 127
There is also the Sixth Prince, who is only about ten years old and cannot yet participate in government affairs.
The eldest prince looked around at his brothers and found that no one spoke. He then stepped forward, bowed to Emperor Yuanzhen and replied, "Your son is willing to share your father's worries."
"Okay, if you go, don't let yourself get anything done and end up getting cheated."
Emperor Yuan Zhen waved his hand. He had no hope for his stubborn son. Those local officials were all slick and cunning, and the eldest prince would definitely not be able to outmaneuver them.
The eldest prince: He looked at Emperor Yuanzhen with an expression of grievance.
Emperor Yuanzhen coughed twice, as if he felt it was inappropriate to call his son stupid in front of so many people. He then added, "The North City Military Command needs you. You will be more valuable if you stay there."
Upon hearing this, the eldest prince put away his aggrieved expression and retreated obediently.
The Third Prince lowered his eyes, hiding the disdain in them. He considered the First Prince utterly foolish. Flood relief efforts were a thankless and arduous undertaking, requiring a massive investment of manpower, material resources, and financial resources. Furthermore, the process would involve numerous difficulties, obstacles, and potential dangers. How could he possibly be so attentive?
After Emperor Yuanzhen rejected the eldest prince, the other princes remained silent for a moment. Emperor Yuanzhen's eyes narrowed slightly, a look of anger emerging. The ministers looked at each other, not daring to speak.
The Fifth Prince lowered his brows slightly. He pondered for a moment, then took a step forward, his posture as straight as a pine tree, and spoke in a clear voice: "Your son is willing to share your father's worries and relieve the people's suffering."
Emperor Yuanzhen slowly turned his gaze towards the Fifth Prince, who had long been neglected by him. After a moment's hesitation, he made the final decision, "Alright, you go."
As he looked away, his eyes inadvertently swept across the usually very active Third Prince. A hint of disappointment flashed across his eyes, but it was fleeting and almost unnoticed.
After the court meeting, Emperor Yuanzhen left Ye Yunzhou alone.
In the back hall of the Hall of Supreme Harmony, Ye Yunzhou's face, though no longer as pale and feeble as before, was now flushed with an unhealthy color. However, his eyes remained firm and calm, as unperturbed as before.
"Your Majesty." Ye Yunzhou saluted respectfully.
Emperor Yuanzhen raised his hand slightly, indicating that he didn't need to be polite.
"Are you feeling unwell? Why do you look so bad?" Emperor Yuanzhen frowned slightly and asked after observing him for a while.
"Your Majesty, I feel unwell today, so I don't look well. It is my fault that I have caused Your Majesty to worry." Ye Yunzhou lowered his head slightly and answered respectfully.
Emperor Yuanzhen didn't dwell too much on Ye Yunzhou's discomfort. He nodded and then asked directly, "I heard that a few days ago you asked the Ministry of Works to make something called crutches, and you paid for it yourself to distribute it to the remaining soldiers returning from around the capital. Is this true?"
Ye Yunzhou bowed his head slightly and replied respectfully, "Your Majesty, it is true. I saw that those retired disabled soldiers were living in hardship, and I felt sorry for them. Therefore, I made crutches and distributed them to the remaining soldiers returning from around the capital, hoping to make their lives a little easier."
Upon hearing this, Emperor Yuanzhen's eyes flashed with admiration, and he nodded slightly and said, "Your move is very good."
"I heard from the Minister of Works that this thing is very exquisite, so I just asked Xiao Yongzi to fetch one. You can tell me how to use it when the time comes."
Ye Yunzhou bowed slightly and replied respectfully, "Your Majesty, this crutch can help people with limited mobility to support their bodies and assist in walking.
After receiving the blueprint from Zhuangzi, he took it to the Ministry of Works that same day. In the evening, the Minister of Works sent someone to report that one was ready.
He immediately gave it to Yang Hua for trial use, and Yang Hua immediately fell in love with it. He said that with it, he could walk normally. He was delighted by this and ordered the Ministry of Works to produce more and distribute them to the remaining soldiers and former troops, so that they could have more convenience in their daily lives and travels.
"Your Majesty, Xiao Yongzi is here." At this moment, Eunuch Su reported.
Emperor Yuanzhen raised his eyes slightly and said, "Send him in."
After a while, Xiao Yongzi walked into the hall respectfully, holding the cane in both hands, and saluted, saying, "Your Majesty, I have brought this."
Emperor Yuanzhen stood up and took the cane himself, examining it with curiosity. He then placed it under his armpit and gave it a slight test. The cane, wrapped in a thick layer of cloth and shaped like a curve, fit perfectly around his arm. It was thick at the top and tapered at the bottom, and thanks to its wooden construction, it wasn't heavy.
Emperor Yuanzhen observed it for a long time, his expression showing some appreciation, and said, "It is indeed good."
"How much does this crutch cost?" Emperor Yuanzhen looked at Ye Yunzhou and asked.
Ye Yunzhou bowed slightly. "Your Majesty, the wood used for this cane is cheap and light, and the craftsmanship is simple, so the cost is not high. Specifically, it costs about thirty coins."
Emperor Yuanzhen nodded and said thoughtfully, "That's great. We can produce a large number of them to help those remaining soldiers and old subordinates."
Ye Yunzhou lowered his eyebrows and bowed, "Your Majesty is benevolent."
Emperor Yuanzhen waved his hand and said, "I simply care about the people, especially those remnants of the army who fought bravely for the country. This cane is both practical and inexpensive. You can quickly have the Ministry of Works produce more. Those who use it will be charged half the cost, and the remaining half will be paid from the national treasury."
Ye Yunzhou responded, "Your Majesty is wise. I will arrange it right away." He turned around and was about to leave.
Emperor Yuanzhen stopped him and said, "Wait."
Upon hearing this, Ye Yunzhou turned around again and stood respectfully.
Emperor Yuanzhen asked, "Whose idea was this?" He was a little curious. Ye Yunzhou was in charge of the Hidden Dragon Division and was very busy on weekdays. How could he have the opportunity to study this thing?
Emperor Yuanzhen guessed that he must have obtained this item from somewhere else. It must be said that Emperor Yuanzhen was very sharp and his guess was almost right.
Ye Yunzhou hesitated for a moment, and finally reported truthfully: "Your Majesty, this thing was suggested by my cousin."
Emperor Yuanzhen became even more curious and asked, "Which cousin? Is it the girl from the Lu family in Ping'an County?" He thought to himself that the Lu family was also a prominent family, so it was understandable that the girl from the Lu family could come up with such a wonderful thing.
Ye Yunzhou shook his head and replied respectfully: "Your Majesty, it's my cousin from the Luo family in Qingshui Town."
Emperor Yuanzhen raised his eyebrows slightly, a hint of doubt in his eyes: "Isn't this woman from the countryside? How can she be so clever?"
Ye Yunzhou bowed slightly and replied, "Your Majesty, although my cousin was born in the countryside, she is extremely intelligent and compassionate. She witnessed the hardships of the remaining soldiers and old comrades, and she pondered and finally came up with this method of crutches and wheelchairs, hoping to help them a little."
Emperor Yuanzhen nodded slightly, with a hint of admiration in his eyes: "It is rare for this woman to have such kindness and ingenuity."