allendalepharm Chapter 275 This time 1 must be faster than the old 4
Chapter 275 This time 1 must be faster than the old 4
The Fourth Prince was also secretly competing with his father. He had to inform his father of this matter as soon as possible. After the ministers discussed and passed it in the morning court, the benefits of this reform would be seen within a year.
The second prince narrowed his eyes slightly. This kid is trying to grab the benefits again. Jiang Youzhen is indeed a treasure, and he must not fall into the hands of the fourth prince.
“It can be implemented in Tongzhou Prefecture first, and then promoted after it is effective.” After the second prince made the decision, he hurried back to write a memorial.
But don't let the fourth brother get there first. Whoever submits the memorial faster will get the greatest benefit.
"Mr. Jiang is indeed a great talent. Don't worry, I will definitely ask for a reward for him during this reform."
Although the Second Prince could never understand why Jiang Youzhen had changed so much from his previous life, the Jiang Youzhen before him was by no means comparable to the one in his previous life. He was like two completely different people.
"That's right! If it works, Young Master Jiang will be the winner!" The Fourth Prince also nodded excitedly, wondering why the Second Prince didn't leave. He would be embarrassed to write a memorial if he didn't leave.
"Your Highnesses, thank you for your praise! I have an unwelcome request. Please do not mention me."
Jiang Youzhen doesn't want to be associated with the two princes before entering the court. Wouldn't this make the emperor suspicious of her?
The two princes immediately understood Jiang Youzhen's intention, which was to prevent him from being associated with them. Although they were unhappy, they could understand it. After all, Jiang Youzhen was only a scholar now. If he aroused the suspicion of his father, it would be detrimental to his career.
"But in this way, your credit will be taken away by others. Don't you mind?" asked the second prince.
"My original intention was to assist the wise ruler and benefit the people. What is this kind of personal gain compared to the greater good of the country? We should not be obsessed with personal interests. It is precisely because Your Highnesses care about the court and the people that I am deeply moved."
"Good! Young Master Jiang is indeed wise and far-sighted, and has a kind character. If such a pillar of talent is not used by the court, it will be a loss for the court." The Fourth Prince did not expect Jiang Youzhen to be so upright and upright, which shocked him greatly.
No matter what Jiang Youzhen's purpose was, he was willing to give up the huge benefits he had. Who could do that? Most people don't have such a broad mind.
Because she could have kept it secret, but since she chose to speak out, it means she cares about the people.
"In fact, there is no need for Xiaolang to worry. It is precisely because the two princes value you that the emperor will pay more attention to you."
Tong Huaian didn't say it explicitly, but he believed that with Jiang Youzhen's intelligence, he would understand it quickly.
That’s right! As soon as Tong Huaian mentioned it, Jiang Youzhen immediately understood.
How could you possibly support two princes? If both princes recommend you, it means that you are very capable and both princes value you, but you have not supported either side. Isn't this what the emperor wants to see?
If the emperor is interested, he will promote you, quickly win you over, and make you serve him.
It seems that I still have a lot to learn about scheming in the court, and others are no ordinary people either.
Although the two princes were unwilling, they could not take Jiang Youzhen's credit for themselves.
The Fourth Prince looked at Tong Huaian deeply, and in front of the two of them, he gave Jiang Youzhen some advice, and also warned them not to take away the credit from Jiang Youzhen. It seems that Tong Huaian does have a lot of friendship for Jiang Youzhen.
"Fourth brother, I won't bother you any more." The second prince said this and left the study.
At this moment, Jiang Youzhen's stomach suddenly made a gurgling sound at an inopportune time. She quickly covered her stomach and smiled awkwardly.
They had been traveling since early morning, and now it was already past lunch time, but she hadn't had her meal yet!
"Alas! Look at my poor memory. Master Jiang hasn't had his meal yet, right? Someone, come! Quickly prepare some delicious food for Master Jiang to enjoy!"
The Fourth Prince gave an order, and at this moment a maid came over and said to Jiang Youzhen, "Master Jiang, please follow me to the side hall to have dinner."
Jiang Youzhen understood that this was an attempt to get him out of the way.
After she left, the Fourth Prince immediately pulled Tong Huaian to the desk and said, "Huaian, quickly grind the ink for me."
The fourth prince did not dare to delay for a moment. At this time, it all depends on who is the fastest. Whoever's memorial reaches the capital first will receive the credit.
If the second brother gets the pie in the sky first, he will be so angry that he will have to lie in bed for another two months.
"Your Highness! Even if we ride as fast as we can, it will still take time to change horses at the post station. Why don't we make preparations for both situations? We can write another secret letter and send it to the capital by carrier pigeon."
When the Fourth Prince heard this, he nodded repeatedly, "Huai An is really thoughtful!"
The second prince got on the carriage. Just as Zhou Hai was about to ask where he was going, the second prince urged him to grind ink for him.
"What are you going to do? Where are you going? Quickly grind the ink for me. This time I must be faster than the fourth one."
The second prince took out the four treasures of the study. Although Zhou Hai was curious, he did not dare to delay seeing the second prince was so anxious, so he stepped forward and started grinding ink.
The second prince wrote furiously, sorting out what Jiang Youzhen had said and wrote it carefully in the memorial.
As he wrote, he felt something was wrong.
"No! Tongzhou is too far from the capital. It would take four or five days to get there at the fastest speed, and that's even if we gallop day and night."
He made a prompt decision, "Let's write a secret letter and send it to the capital by carrier pigeon! This will definitely be faster than the fourth one."
Jiang Youzhen, who was looking at the table full of dishes in the side hall, clicked his tongue and said, "What a luxury! Can I eat so many dishes by myself?"
"Don't get me wrong, sir. My prince and Master Tong haven't eaten either!" The maid who was waiting on the side heard Jiang Youzhen's muttering and hurriedly explained.
"Ah? That's so embarrassing? How about I wait for them together?" Are you all desperate? No need, people are made of iron and rice is made of steel!
The maid was speechless when she saw Jiang Youzhen who had already had a bowl of old duck soup. "Do you dare to be more hypocritical?"
Jiang Youzhen was not polite when he asked this question. How could the prince eat his own saliva? He would definitely change the table of dishes.
But she didn't touch the other dishes much. She only ate the three dishes in front of her: an old duck soup, an eggplant with minced meat, and a slippery fish fillet.
The maid observed Jiang Youzhen carefully. This young man was good-looking, which made people like him very much.
He ate very properly, chewed his food slowly and behaved elegantly, so he must have come from a good family.
"Mr. Jiang, my prince said that you should go to the side room to take a rest."
Jiang Youzhen calculated the time. It was about one o'clock in the afternoon. If he didn't go back earlier, he might not be able to make it to the county town in time for the city gate to close.
"Slave, please see Your Highness!"
Suddenly, the Fourth Prince and Tong Huaian walked into the side hall together. Both of them looked refreshed and it seemed like good things were about to happen.
"Mr. Jiang, are you used to eating this?"
"Extremely delicious!" Jiang Youzhen nodded quickly. It was actually just so-so, but it had a light taste and was not greasy.
"Hurry! Huai'an, sit down and eat." The Fourth Prince was already starving. He picked up the chopsticks without waiting for the maid to serve the food.
"Your Highness! Let's change your table! The food here is a little cold." The maid said hurriedly.