Du Qi did not know about the arrangements of the imperial court. But even if he knew, Du Qi would not care. Du Qi continued to work at his own pace. Unfortunately, the public trial of Tian Yu did not cause any waves. Although there were many people watching, not a single assassin came to the execution ground. So Tian Yu was executed just like that.
Tian Yu died, and Yu Deshui began to operate the First Tower Under Heaven.
In Jiuquan County, things calmed down.
Everything was on track.
Winter left and spring came. Time flew. In the blink of an eye, it was the second month of the new year.
At the beginning of February in Jiuquan County, the wind and snow had stopped. The snow had melted, but it was still cold. But the people of Jiuquan County had already started to get busy. Because although the weather was cold after spring, once the snow melted, they could start digging and farming.
In the Ping Xi Wang Residence.
Ye Daosheng was sitting below and reporting the various matters that had happened since the beginning of spring. It was not easy for a county to be busy with spring. It involved many things.
Du Qi listened to Ye Daosheng's report, interrupting from time to time to ask a few questions. After Ye Daosheng finished reporting, Du Qi said: "Ye Daosheng, Jiuquan County and Fulu County are already under my control. In other words, they are also under the control of the imperial court. I have already suggested to the imperial court that I should arrange the appointment of Suzhou Provincial Governor. A few days ago, the imperial court replied and agreed to my request. "
Hearing this, Ye Daosheng's heart immediately became excited.
Suzhou Provincial Governor.
This was an incredible official position.
For the former Ye Daosheng, this was something he could never hope to achieve. Even if Ye Daosheng was now the Jiuquan County Magistrate, if he wanted to be promoted, he would first be the Suzhou Provincial Governor, an official who assisted the Suzhou Provincial Governor in handling government affairs.
The next step would be to become the Suzhou Provincial Governor.
But Du Qi said in front of him that he could directly appoint him as the Suzhou Provincial Governor.
This was his chance.
Ye Daosheng promised: "Your Highness, please rest assured. I will do my best to handle the matters of Jiuquan County. Your humble servant will do his best for this year's spring. "
Du Qi nodded: "I am telling you this because I see that you are a promising talent. Work hard. Don't let down this prince's expectations, and don't let down the opportunity that the court has given you. If you do this well, you will be promoted to the position of Provincial Governor. "
"This subordinate obeys!"
Ye Daosheng agreed again.
Du Qi waved his hand, and Ye Daosheng turned around and left. The reason why Du Qi said that was to give Ye Daosheng some benefits so that he would work hard and do his best.
Not long after Ye Daosheng left, Liu Zhengxi entered.
Liu Zhengxi bowed to Du Qi and sat down. He said, "Your Highness, I have three things to report. Please approve them."
"Speak!"
Du Qi instructed.
Liu Zhengxi said, "First, it's already spring. The winter snow has melted, and the weather is getting warmer. The people are starting to work. I think the road construction can be put on the agenda. Your humble servant's plan is to choose an auspicious day to work on the road. And now that we're pouring concrete, it can also harden in the shortest time possible. "
Du Qi nodded and said, "You can arrange it."
After Liu Zhengxi agreed, he continued, "Second, Your Highness mentioned that there is non-toxic coal in the direction of Mount Daping that can be burned. The mining of coal can be carried out now. Your humble servant is going to arrange for people to mine the coal. However, once the coal is mined, we will need a large amount of space to store it. Your humble servant has drafted a plan for it. Please approve it. "
After he finished speaking, Liu Zhengxi handed over a booklet.
Du Qi took it and looked through it. He nodded in satisfaction and said, "This prince can rest assured that Mister Liu will do the work."
Liu Zhengxi nodded and continued, "Third, the Best Tower Under Heaven is operating again. Last year, Your Highness executed Tian Yu in public. At that time, you wanted to use the opportunity to get rid of the people who came to save Tian Yu. Unexpectedly, no one came. Now, Yu Deshui is in charge of the operation of the Best Tower Under Heaven, and Huang Shi is in charge of training people. This line has been rearranged. However, the Best Tower Under Heaven is temporarily unable to be self-sufficient and needs money to operate again. "
Du Qi didn't think and directly said, "Just give it to Yu Deshui. Tell Yu Deshui that I will give him three more months. If the Best Tower Under Heaven still can't operate normally after three months, then there is no need for it to exist. "
"Yes!"
Liu Zhengxi bowed and complied.
Du Qi said, "How is the investigation of the Lone Mountain bandits?"
Since last year, we have been preparing.
We have been carefully investigating the Lone Mountain bandits.
Liu Zhengxi said, "Your Highness, the investigation of the Lone Mountain bandits has been more or less completed. However, the most important thing now is to ensure that the spring plowing and the various projects can be carried out smoothly. Your humble servant plans to send troops to deal with the Lone Mountain bandits after the spring plowing. "
Du Qi said, "It's good that you have a plan."
To Du Qi, the Lone Mountain bandits weren't a big group of bandits. Currently, Du Qi had three elite troops under his command: Xue Rengui, Xiao Yuanqi, and Ma Yuan. With these forces, it would be easy to wipe out the Lone Mountain bandits.
"Report!"
At this moment, another soldier entered.
The soldier reported, "Your Highness, General Ma Yuan requests an audience."
"Please!"
Du Qi ordered.
The current Ma Yuan was one of Du Qi's valiant generals. His strength was second only to Xue Rengui and stronger than Xiao Yuanqi. Moreover, Ma Yuan was like Xue Rengui, proficient in both the pen and the sword. He could be molded very quickly.
Not long after, Ma Yuan entered.
Ma Yuan cupped his fists and bowed to Du Qi, saying, "Your Highness, your humble servant has come to see you for a private matter."
Du Qi said, "There is no harm in speaking."
Ma Yuan said, "Your humble servant's wedding will be on the twelfth of February. This is the auspicious date chosen by my elder sister. When your humble servant marries Zhu Lihua, I earnestly request Your Highness to attend. "
Du Qi said, "Your wedding is a joyous occasion. This Prince will naturally attend it."
"Thank you, Your Highness!"
A smile appeared on Ma Yuan's face.
With Du Qi around, everything would be different.
Du Qi changed the topic, saying, "Your wedding is imminent. During this time, you should be busy with your wedding. As for the other military matters, put them aside for the time being. There is no need to rush. "
Ma Yuan said, "Your Highness, my elder sister will take care of everything at home. There is no need for me to worry. I will continue with the military matters without any delay. Moreover, the soldiers under your humble servant's command are all in high spirits, ready to wipe out the Lone Mountain bandits. They are all preparing for the upcoming battle. When the time comes, Your Highness, please give our soldiers a chance. "
Du Qi immediately smiled, saying, "Prepare well. You will have your chance."
"Your humble servant obeys!"
Ma Yuan's face was filled with a bright smile.
With Du Qi's promise, his soldiers would definitely be able to go to the battlefield and kill the enemy.
Du Qi said, "Go and attend to your business."
"Yes!"
Ma Yuan turned around and left.
After Ma Yuan left, Du Qi looked at Liu Zhengxi and asked, "Mr. Liu, is there any news of the princess in Chang 'an? When will they arrive at Jiuquan County? "
Last year, Du Qi had already sent a letter back.
Now that it was the second month of the new year, Li Yanyun and Qianxue would definitely come to the Western Regions.
Liu Zhengxi said, "Your Highness, the princess should arrive in Jiuquan County in three days. Previously, your humble servant received news that the princess and her party had already entered the Suzhou border. Your humble servant thought that there was still some time, so I did not report it. "
Du Qi said, "Make the arrangements. Once the princess and her party arrive, cancel the matter for me."
"Yes!"
Liu Zhengxi nodded.
Li Yanyun and Qianxue had come to Jiuquan County. Du Qi would definitely want to talk to his women.
Liu Zhengxi reported other matters, then turned and left. Even though he had Guo Xiaozheng to share the burden, he was still very busy. After all, there were too many things to do.
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