The prince dotes on his wife: a reborn peasant woman is not easy to mess with

After hearing Xia Yechen's explanation, the people couldn't help but feel moved. They knew that Xia Yechen was thinking about the interests of the country, so they expressed their willingness to support the country's actions.

In the days that followed, Xia Yechen and Zhou Xiaoyuan guided the villagers to step up planting crops and sent soldiers to various cities to collect military rations.

After some efforts, all the cities in Beizhou handed over their military rations.

"Your Majesty, we have collected enough military rations." An official reported to Xia Yechen.

After Xia Yechen heard the news, he couldn't help but feel a little relieved. He knew that his efforts were not in vain, and Seoul's military ration problem was finally solved.

So, he decided to gather the people in Qianlin, the capital of Beizhou, to the open space of the vegetable market to show them his results.

When the people saw that Xia Yechen and Zhou Xiaoyuan were also present, they thought that Xia Yechen was going to be a monster again.

The agricultural officer took out a packet of seeds from his arms and showed it to the people: "Dear people, these are the latest potato and corn seeds introduced in Beizhou."

"I promise that as long as you plant according to the princess's requirements, you will definitely get a good harvest."

The common people looked at the seeds in the farmer's hands with puzzled expressions on their faces. It's not that they don't believe what the agricultural officials say, but they don't believe how much change such crops can bring.

After all, they have lived here for so many years and have never heard of such a crop.

"Common people, don't worry." Zhou Xiaoyuan stepped forward and said, "I have already prepared some ripe potatoes and corn."

"You can see, these crops are not only

It looks good and tastes very good. "

After speaking, Zhou Xiaoyuan asked the guards to bring out some ripe potatoes and corn. When the people saw these crops, they couldn't help but be a little surprised.

They found that not only did the crops grow better than anything they had ever seen, but they were also very colorful.

Zhou Xiaoyuan picked up one of the potatoes and handed it to the people: "This is the potato I just roasted. You can try it."

The common people looked at the potatoes in Zhou Xiaoyuan's hands, and some couldn't believe their eyes. They knew that the princess would not lie to them, so they all reached out to take the potatoes and corn.

"It's so delicious!" A commoner couldn't help but exclaimed after taking a bite.

Other people also said that they had never seen such a crop before, let alone thought that there could be such a delicious thing.

"So, are you willing to plant these seeds?" the farmer asked the people.

The people expressed their willingness to plant it. They knew that such a crop would not only keep them fed, but could also be sold to make more money. So, they expressed their gratitude to the agricultural officials one after another.

"Common people, these seeds are actually free." The agricultural officer said to the people, "Moreover, King Rong also ordered that all taxes in Beizhou be permanently reduced by half. You can plant these crops with confidence and boldness."

After hearing the news, the people couldn't help but be shocked. They did not expect that King Rong would be so generous and give them such a good gift.

So, they all expressed their gratitude to King Rong and Xia Yechen for their gifts.

"Your Majesty, you are so kind." An old woman said gratefully, "We have never seen

With such a good crop, I never thought that our agriculture in Beizhou would improve so much. "

“Not only do you keep us fed, you also allow us to make more money.”

Prince Jing sat in the study, looking at the information in his hand gloomily.

He felt very unhappy when he learned that Xia Yechen's reputation in Beizhou was getting better and better, and even his reputation among the people was rising day by day.

He knew that Xia Yechen's actions in Beizhou had threatened his status and reputation.

"Father, what's wrong with you?" Prince Jing's son Sima Yuanfeng walked in and asked when he saw Prince Jing's expression was somewhat unhappy.

"How much do you know about the situation in Beizhou?" Prince Jing asked.

"I heard that Xia Yechen was very popular in Beizhou and the people were full of praise for him." Sima Yuanfeng replied.

"This Xia Yechen is really worrying." Prince Jing sighed and said, "He actually concealed the news that the border was invaded by Ji'an. This is a big deal!"

"My son has also heard about it." Sima Yuanfeng said, "But father, you don't have to worry, we can do something about the capital."

"Do you have any good ideas?" Prince Jing asked.

"We can let Concubine Jia speak up in front of the emperor." Sima Yuanfeng said, "Concubine Jia's mother's family still has some prestige in the court. As long as she comes forward, she will definitely be able to influence the emperor's decision-making."

"Okay, you go ahead and make arrangements." Prince Jing nodded and said, "But this matter must be handled with caution and no clues can be left behind."

"My son, I understand." Sima Yuanfeng replied respectfully.

At this time, the emperor in the capital had also learned about the situation in Beizhou. he sits high

On the stage, I listened to the attendants beside me reporting intelligence from various places.

When he heard about Xia Yechen's performance in Beizhou, he couldn't help but frown slightly.

"Your Majesty, what's wrong with you?" Seeing the emperor's unhappy look, the attendant asked.

"How much do you know about Xia Yechen's situation in Beizhou?" the emperor asked.

"As far as I know, Xia Yechen has implemented some new policies in Beizhou, which has greatly developed Beizhou's agriculture." The attendant replied.

"This Xia Yechen is quite capable." The emperor nodded and said, "But he concealed the news that the border was invaded by Ji'an. This is a big deal!"

"Your Majesty, you already know?" the attendant asked in surprise.

"I already knew it a few days ago." The emperor said lightly, "It's just that I haven't sent anyone to Beizhou."

"Why is this?" the attendant asked puzzledly.

"Because I don't think it's necessary." The emperor said calmly, "I believe Xia Yechen can handle this matter. If he really needs my help, then he will definitely come to me."

"Your Majesty is wise." The attendant said respectfully, "But should you tell Concubine Jia's mother's family? They may not know about this."

"Okay." The emperor nodded and said, "Go and tell them. But don't let them talk nonsense, or I will make them pay the price."

On the Beizhou side, Xia Yechen and Zhou Xiaoyuan took the newly mature crops to Seoul to express condolences to the soldiers.

Xia Yechen received a warm welcome in the camp. The soldiers were all delighted and excited to see their monarch coming in person.

an officer

Leading his team into the mountains to hunt in preparation for the evening feast.

"Your Majesty, you are here." The officer saw Xia Yechen and immediately saluted him.