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Imperial Cat Night Fragrance was extrely active, either suppressing criminals every day or on the way to suppress them!
It was precisely due to his efforts that the security of the capital city was getting better and better.
Under such security conditions, Lin Beifan felt that it was possible to open the night market.
The night market was a major initiative to promote peoples livelihoods.
Many people were busy working during the day and only had ti to spend money when their work ended at night.
With more money circulating in the market, the economy could flourish.
However, there were many considerations to take into account under the imperial city, and it couldnt be done recklessly.
Therefore, Lin Beifan decided to first implent it in Minxin City.
Although Minxin City was also within the jurisdiction of the capital city, it was separated by a certain distance. Problems occurring there wouldnt affect this side of the capital city, so many issues could be avoided.
Lin Beifan wrote about this matter and obtained the Empresss agreent.
Lin Beifan announced to the outside world that the night market in Minxin City was being opened, allowing stalls to operate at night.
As soon as this policy was announced, the whole city responded enthusiastically!
Opening the night market is great. Its another way to make money!
This policy is excellent. I fully support it!
Minxin City has beco livelier now. Nights wont be lonely anymore!
As a result, the nights in Minxin City beca exceptionally lively.
In less than a week, the city was brightly lit, with people flowing like a river, bustling streets and alleys filled with the clamor of the common folk, even more so than during the dayti.
In the capital city, many small vendors were envious and rushed over to do business, earning more than usual.
Many people also went there to eat, drink, and have fun, staying out all night.
The Little Princess was one such example.
At this mont, the Little Princess held glutinous rice balls in one hand and skewers in the other. She mumbled as she ate, I told you, opening the night market is so good! No one has to worry about not finding things to eat at night, and theres money to be made!
Li Shi Shi, walking beside her, smiled and said, Little Princess, youre blaming my Husband wrongly! Actually, opening the night market puts a lot of pressure on him. If anything happens, hell be held responsible! Its only because the security has improved recently and the conditions are ripe that hes implenting it. You need to understand!
The Little Princess nodded repeatedly, I understand! I really do! It would be great if this night market could stay open!
Saying that, she picked up another skewer and happily started munching on it.
One word: delicious!
Actually, my Husband is opening the night market for soones sake!
The Little Princess was taken aback, Who has such face?
Li Shi Shi looked at the Little Princesss blushing face, teasingly saying, Who keeps thinking about the night market? Hes doing it for that person!
The Little Princesss cheeks turned even redder, and she stuttered, Is that so like this?
Li Shi Shi laughed, Otherwise, who else could it be for?
The Little Princess fell silent, her face all rosy!
To disguise her excitent and shyness, she kept eating, her gaze unconsciously turning toward the elegant figure walking ahead. After a monts thought, she ran up ahead, holding out the skewers, and said, Have so.~!
Lin Beifan shook his head, Thanks, Little Princess, but Ive already eaten!
The Little Princess glared at Lin Beifan, sternly saying, If I offer you food, you better eat it. Dont refuse!
Lin Beifan: Huh?
He was baffled; was he being coerced into eating skewers?
After all, this was a sincere gesture from the Little Princess. Lin Beifan accepted it and started eating slowly.
The Little Princess ran back, feeling very happy.
So, she casually bought another pack of skewers and started eating heartily.
Inside the imperial palace of the capital city
The Empress sat in her study, looking through the window at the rising lights in the distance. She then turned her attention to the docunts in her hand and smiled as she shook her head. Under the managent of Sir Lin, the capital city is improving more and more!
During this period, she had witnessed Lin Beifans efforts and achievents.
After the Spring Festival, he had vigorously supported spring farming.
He had used cent to build nurous water facilities, greatly improving the agricultural environnt.
He had summarized and organized the Eight Agricultural Techniques, allowing farrs to follow systematic and reasonable cultivation thods for fields and the cultivation of vegetables. The results were remarkable.
He had also introduced a variety of fertilizers, enriching the sources of fertilizers and increasing yields.
Although only a month had passed, the effects of his efforts in agriculture were already beginning to show.
In terms of comrce, he was doing even better.
The cent industry had driven the entire citys developnt, providing jobs and food for everyone. He had even launched a night market economy, promoting comrcial developnt and making the city bustling.
Regarding public security, his performance was also outstanding.
He had unexpectedly appointed the thief Night Fragrance to manage public security, and the results were significant. There had even been a ti when people didnt need to lock their doors at night, and lost items were left untouched on the streets.
It could be said that since Lin Beifan had taken charge of the affairs of the capital city, its developnt had been changing rapidly.
The stronger Lin Beifans abilities beca, the happier the Empress felt. He can manage a city with millions of people so well. Extending this to the entire country shouldnt be a problem! Give him a bit more ti, and give him even more responsibilities!
Now, she increasingly felt that Lin Beifan was the best gift sent to her by the heavens.
With him around, many things had beco easier and simpler.
With this joyful mood, the Empress continued to review the docunts.
At this mont, she received an important piece of information.
The Great Xia Dynasty is sending Crown Prince Xia Tianqiong for a diplomatic visit? The Empress frowned.
She was very familiar with this prince from the enemy nation.
In fact, she was familiar with all the important mbers of the Great Xia royal family.
Xia Tianqiong, the Crown Prince of the Great Xia Dynasty, was an exceptionally capable and ambitious prince. He had beco Crown Prince before the age of 20 and had shown outstanding performance over the past decade. He had gained the support of the entire court, especially the military. He also enjoyed the favor and trust of the Great Xia Emperor, which had greatly expanded his power.
Compared to other imperial princes and grandsons, he far outshone them and was beyond competition.
He was undoubtedly one of the most stable Crown Princes in history.
At the sa ti, he was young and ambitious, a staunch advocate of war and territorial expansion. The ultimate goal he had set was the conquest of the Great Wu region.
He had proposed nurous tis in court to initiate military actions against Great Wu, but they had all been rejected by the current Great Xia Emperor, who was aging and cautious, not willing to take risks.
However, if the current Emperor were to step down and Xia Tianqiong ascended to the throne, it was highly likely that he would launch a military campaign against Great Wu.
At this ti, coming to Wu, Im afraid the intentions of the visitors might not be good! The Empress said with a sigh.
Even if she was reluctant, since the other side was visiting Wu, they must receive them with respect, maintaining the deanor of a great nation.
A week later, Crown Prince Xia Tianqiong of the Great Xia Dynasty arrived in the capital city leading his delegation.
The Empress received him in the court.
Greetings to Her Majesty of Great Wu. May you have good fortune, peace, and may all your endeavors succeed! The representatives of the Great Xia Dynasty spoke in unison.
Among them, standing in the center was Crown Prince Xia Tianqiong himself. He was dressed in a golden python robe, his gaze sharp and spirited, tall and imposing, exuding the aura of an emperor. Although currently just a crown prince, he already carried the presence of a ruler.
Crown Prince of the Great Xia, as well as all the envoys, please stand without ceremony! The Empress said sternly.
Thank you, Your Majesty of Great Wu! they all said in unison.
Crown Prince of the Great Xia, what is the purpose of your visit this ti? The Empress inquired.
This prince has three main purposes for this visit, Crown Prince Xia Tianqiong said loudly. First, on behalf of my imperial father, the ruler of the Great Xia Dynasty, Ive co to convey sincere greetings to Her Majesty of Great Wu, wishing you good health, national prosperity, and the well-being of your people.
The Empress nodded and smiled, Its thoughtful of Emperor Xia.
Second, since ascending to the position of Crown Prince, this prince has been diligently striving. However, my experience is shallow, and my abilities are limited, falling short of the grace of the throne. These reflections have always left ashad. Therefore, I have co on this visit to learn from the advanced managent practices of Great Wu. I humbly ask Your Majesty of Great Wu for permission.
The Empresss mind sneered.
It was clear that they were here to probe for information rather than for a visit!
However, their pretext was valid and reasonable, and she couldnt refuse them face to face. Otherwise, she would seem petty and afraid.
I see. We shall assign Minister of Rites Zhao as your guide, the Empress said.
In matters of state reception, rank symtry was highly emphasized.
Since the other partys visitor was a crown prince, they had to send an equivalent-level figure as well.
However, Great Wus situation was unique. They had no crown prince, no prince at court, and no pri minister. After so consideration, the Minister of Rites was the most suitable choice.
However, Xia Tianqiong shook his head, No need to trouble Minister Zhao. Id like the Prefect of the Capital City, Lin Beifan, to accompany .
Lin Beifan, who was currently spacing out, was stunned, ?
Xia Tianqiong turned his head to look at Lin Beifan and smiled, Although I am far away in Great Xia, Ive already heard about Prefect Lin! Youve achieved the triple triumph in the imperial examination at a young age and led Great Wu to victory over Great Yan in the literary war. Your talents are outstanding, and your knowledge is profound.
Moreover, since taking office, youve shown remarkable abilities and achievents. I deeply admire that! Considering that the capital city is under your jurisdiction, I hope to take this opportunity to get to know you better, and I hope you wont reject this humble request of mine.
Lin Beifan clasped his hands and said, Crown Prince of the Great Xia, youre too kind.
The Empress nodded, Since the Crown Prince of the Great Xia has made the invitation Prefect Lin, you shall be the one to host him!
Yes, Your Majesty! Lin Beifan accepted the decree.
Crown Prince of the Great Xia, what is this third matter? the Empress asked.
This third matter concerns the great thief Night Fragrance, Xia Tianqiong said, bowing. Since coming into existence, Night Fragrance has committed 17 thefts within our territory. These were all precious treasures of our nation, and his cris are heinous!
Furthermore, he has mocked our Great Xia court, behaving arrogantly and causing both man and god to be furious. He is a great thief of the nation, deserving no rcy! I humbly request that Your Majesty of Great Wu hand him over to Great Xia for trial. I would be extrely grateful.
As soon as this was said, the atmosphere in the room instantly changed.
It should be noted that although Night Fragrance was previously a major thief who had indeed stolen many things and committed nurous wrongdoings, he had now submitted to the court and was a person of Great Wu. He had been doing quite well during this ti and was even granted the title of a fourth-ranked guard with a sword. He had also been given the title of Imperial Cat.
If they were to hand him over, what kind of image would they present?
How would the world view their court?
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