Rebirth: The paranoid war king was controlled by the crazy female protagonist

After a while, a minister came to report something important.

Just as he was about to speak, he turned his attention to Qingyu at the table. When he was hesitating whether to continue, Xiao Yanzhou waved his hand and motioned for him to start.

Qingyu, who looked confused and focused on painting, had already paid attention to their conversation.

It is learned that the Minister of Personnel has proposed rectification and reform of the current imperial examination policy. Some people still take advantage of the current examination policy and use improper means to obtain the desired official positions and benefits.

He proposed major changes to completely stop officials from committing corruption and favoritism, but Qingyu believed that it was not appropriate to make major changes at this stage, as it was not a good time, and his plan also had many loopholes.

"As long as there are interests and systems, it will be impossible to completely eliminate favoritism and fraud." Qing Yu, who was concentrating on painting, suddenly spoke casually.

"Then we must also try our best to implement a comprehensive prevention." The Minister of Personnel, who was in an agitated state, said this rebuttal only to realize that the gentle voice came from her beside him.

Xiao Yanzhou's gaze immediately turned to her and was about to ask a question, but he heard her continue.

"To stop bad practices, we don't need to pursue large-scale changes to the system. Now everyone has the conditions to participate, and it will be good to gradually improve it." She still didn't look up.

Xiao Yanzhou considered her words carefully before asking, "How do you think we can avoid this?"

"Many people are involved, and we give them a short notice. We don't create opportunities for them. We supervise and assess the personnel, and keep comprehensive records of the closed cases. If there are any loopholes in any link, we will investigate them strictly. No matter how many years have passed, we will retrieve them and punish them together."

"How many people dare to take such a big risk? At worst, we can use the most terrible method, monitoring each other, reporting each other, and knowing and not reporting is equally guilty... Hehe, the drawing is done."

With a few happy laughs, she finally put down her pen with satisfaction and examined her own painting, as if she and the person she had just analyzed and discussed were two different people.

She also realized that there was no response from her ears, so she looked up and met the astonished and thoughtful expressions of Xiao Yanzhou and his ministers.

She put down the rice paper in her hand, pursed her lips, and hesitated, "Should I not say this?"

Xiao Yanzhou carefully thought about the plan she mentioned, which was understated but well organized.

"No, Xiaoyu, do you have a more detailed method?" His words were gentle but his attitude was serious.

"Of course, but...it will take some time."

"What do you think, Minister Chen?"

The Minister of Personnel, who was suddenly called out, finally came back to his senses from the method she had just mentioned.

"I am very curious about the plan that the princess mentioned."

Xiao Yanzhou looked at her, "How long will it take, Xiaoyu?"

She paid attention to the weather outside, "If we start now, we should be able to finish it tonight."

"Okay, Minister Chen, please come back tomorrow."

"Yes, Your Majesty. Thank you, Princess. I will take my leave."

Xiao Yanzhou immediately ordered the eunuch to grind ink for her.

She put the painting aside, picked up her pen and began to write with concentration, organizing the thoughts in her mind.

Xiao Yanzhou sat elegantly beside her, his eyes lingering on her face. Her focused gaze was as hot as flames, and the seriousness in her brows made it impossible not to look away.

The thoughts in her mind are like stars in the night sky. Each star has its own shining charm. They are so close when you look up, but they are easily overlooked.

He even felt that she had a charm that did not belong to her age, which made people want to get closer to her unconsciously.

As night fell, time passed by with the candlelight in the house, but her pen tip still showed no intention of stopping.

Xiao Yanzhou originally wanted to let her rest and talk about it tomorrow, but seeing how focused she was, he couldn't bear to disturb her.

After a while, she finally put down her pen and organized the papers.

"Brother Zhou, it's done." She handed him the paper in her hand.

"Thank you for your hard work, Xiaoyu." He asked the eunuch to prepare tea and pastries for her in the evening.

Xiao Yanzhou carefully reviewed the content and recorded her opinions neatly on several sheets of rice paper, including not only words but also pictures and tables.

Even the categories, time, possible problems, and solutions are planned out, making it clear at a glance.

She began to explain to him what the pictures and tables represented and how to replace the invigilators.

"However, all plans need to be tested in simulations to ensure accurate implementation."

After reviewing this detailed plan, his brows gradually gathered. He had to admit that it was very perfect. Although he didn't know what effect it would achieve after implementation, it was impeccable and no shortcomings could be found in a short time.

Why? He didn't understand.

Even he underestimated her intelligence and talent. If she had been allowed to take the imperial examination, she would have achieved excellent results. But Jiang Zhuo treated her as a chess piece that could be thrown around at will? Why?

"What's wrong, Brother Zhou? Is there any problem?" Seeing his serious expression, is there something wrong?

"No, it's a very good suggestion. Xiao Yu can be my 'military advisor'." It was a casual compliment, but it was his true thought.

"Haha, I just know a little bit." She raised her eyebrows slightly and turned to look at the memorial left by the Minister of Personnel.

"Brother Zhou, can I take a look at the policy proposed by the Minister of Personnel?" she asked softly to get his permission.

"Of course." Xiao Yanzhou curled his lips into a smile and handed it to her.

She examined the plan recorded above. It had shortcomings but also advantages. It required meticulous management but also involved many things. It was not a good plan, but she also admired his spirit.

Xiao Yanqing paid attention to her serious and lazy eyes. It seemed that only she could give him the answers to some questions.

"Why is Xiao Yu staying in Huanxiang Pavilion?" Perhaps he himself did not even realize how carefully he asked, fearing that he would touch the wounds in her heart, as well as her hidden timidity.

She inadvertently revealed a bit of helplessness in her eyes, "I should say that this is the path I chose myself."

"Won't Xiao Yu feel wronged to accompany those... guests?"

Xiao Yanzhou believed that even if she was a woman, she would definitely achieve something, and she had her own unique insights.

"Illusion Fragrance Pavilion has done me a favor. Even though I don't say I like them, Hua Niang won't force me to see someone I don't want to see."

"If it's Prince Xiao, Xiao Yu won't have the chance to refuse, right?" He suddenly spoke, noticing the changes in her facial expressions.

He found out that Xiao Yu had met King Xiao. Although there was not much impact afterwards, something must have happened.

Suddenly, her hand that was flipping through the memorial stopped in mid-air. She was stunned for a moment, then slowly raised her head.

"Brother Zhou... do you want to know something?" In the blink of an eye, a hint of sadness that was hard to conceal was released from under her tightly closed eyelashes.

Seeing her expression like that, he couldn't bear it. Could it be that Jiang Zhuo forced her to do that?

"No, I'm just worried that Xiaoyu will get hurt."

As the Jiang family is the enemy of King Xiao, how could Xiao Yanqing let Xiao Yu go, and how could Jiang Zhuo let go of such a convenient chess piece.

She pursed her lips and lowered her eyes, "But compared to staying in Huanxiang Pavilion, I don't want to go back to Jiang Mansion."

"Why?"

What I mean is...is it scary that Prince Xiao didn't even return to Jiang Mansion?

Suddenly, thousands of thoughts merged into his mind, and his expression became more worried, but she just smiled indifferently.

"It's okay. With Brother Zhou's help, things will get better and better in the future."

They looked at each other. He didn't get an answer, but he didn't want to see her being wronged.

"Xiao Yu, Brother Zhou will protect you from now on."