“……”
“……”
“……”
The people at the table stared at each other speechlessly.
After a long time, Zhao Tuo cleared his throat and asked tentatively,""Not even a bit?"
"Not at all."
“……”
There was another round of silence.
In the end, Zhao Tuo wiped his face helplessly.
Thinking about it, it made sense.
Because of Great Qin's various projects and the military expenditure of nearly one million soldiers, Great Qin's treasury had been empty.
In addition to the famine, he took out 100,000 dan of grain.
As well as the various expenses of the court.
With such a mess, it would be strange if there was money in the national treasury.
"Alright, alright." Zhao Tuo rubbed the space between his brows and said,"Tomorrow morning court session ends.”
Leave the palace?
Ying Zheng and the others were confused.
But in the end, he did not ask.
……
The next morning, after the morning court session ended, Zhao Tuo changed into a black brocade robe and tied his hair up with a high crown. He went straight to the gate of Xianyang Palace alone.
Ying Zheng, Meng Yi, and Wang Ben were already waiting at the entrance.
Clearly, he was prepared to travel with Zhao Tuo.
As for Feng Quji…he had too many things to deal with and was powerless.
"Since everyone is here, let's set off.”
"Here!"
"Giddyup!"
Five people and five horses galloped away from Xianyang Palace and arrived in the city.
In order to keep a low profile, Zhao Tuo did not choose a large formation.
Obviously, during Ying Zheng's reign, he had done many such things in plain clothes.
"Millet, millet, a hundred coins for a stone!”
"High-quality venison. It's still fresh. Come and take a look.”
"Anyone buying pears? I just picked it."
"Ten coins for a piece of linen, ten coins for a piece!”
……
The main street was bustling with noise.
Although there weren't many types of goods in general, it was still bustling compared to other counties.
The four of them rode their horses and followed Zhao Tuo, walking aimlessly.
After a while, Wang Ben was the first to lose his cool.
"Your Majesty, where are we going?”
"What are you doing? To get money, of course." Zhao Tuo said matter-of-factly.
Money?
Everyone looked at each other.
Ying Zheng could not help but ask curiously,""Could it be that Tuo 'er had gone to the Shang Dynasty before returning to the palace? He even earned a large sum of money and placed it outside the palace?”
Zhao Tuo shook his head repeatedly.
"Not really. It's not easy for Great Qin to start from scratch, and it's foolish to waste time earning money.”
"Besides, isn't it nice to just take the ready-made ones?”
"Ready?"
"Yes." Zhao Tuo nodded and asked,"Imperial Father, everyone, who do you think is the richest person in Great Qin?"”
Ying Zheng answered without thinking,"If you want to talk about the richest person, it's naturally Madam Qing."”
"Although Madam Qing is a widow, her skills and vision are not ordinary people's match. It is not an exaggeration to say that she is rich enough to rival a country.”
"When Zhen built the mausoleum, Madame Qing practically took out all her family property. I didn't expect that she would make a comeback in just a few years.”
On the other side of Ying Zheng, Wang Ben also nodded.
"High Emperor is right. My father has a deep friendship with her. I heard that she died of a serious illness ten years ago. Fortunately, she was able to live until now with the help of a noble. However, no matter how my father asked, Madam Qing did not say who the noble was.”
Meng Yi laughed.
"These merchants are all glib. Their words can't be trusted, but then again..."
"Your Majesty, are you going to Madam Qing's place?”
"That's right!"
……
"Madam Qing, come out!"
Arriving at the entrance of Ba Qing Manor, Zhao Tuo directly shouted.
Before the guards in the residence could make a move, a delicate voice came from the courtyard.
"Who is so rude to make a noise here!”
A graceful and beautiful figure appeared in everyone's sight.
The woman looked to be seventeen or eighteen years old. She had a cute baby face and big watery eyes that made people's hearts melt at first glance.
However, given their status.
Seeing how the woman dared to talk to Zhao Tuo in such a manner, Wang Ben stepped forward to scold her.
However, at this moment, Zhao Tuo waved his hand.
"Ba Man, don't you recognize me?"
"Hmm?"
Ba Man was stunned for a moment when he saw Zhao Tuo. Then, a hint of joy quickly appeared in his eyes.
Then, her figure moved. Before everyone could react, she had already turned into a breeze and plunged into Zhao Tuo's arms.
"Little Lord! You're finally back!"
"I miss you so much…"
"Where's Sister Peach? Why didn't she come with you?"
"Who are these people? Why are they looking at me like that?”
Ba Man's little head popped out from Zhao Tuo's neck, and his eyes were curiously looking at Ying Zheng and the others.
At this moment, an old woman dressed in hemp clothes slowly walked out of the courtyard.
"A Man, don't be rude!"
The old woman's voice was weak but steady as a rock.
Hearing her voice, Ba Man pouted and reluctantly left Zhao Tuo's embrace and returned to the old woman's side.
"Grandma, he's a little adult. Have you forgotten?”
"It's precisely because I haven't forgotten that I asked you to be rude.”
The old woman took a step forward and bowed slightly to Zhao Tuo and Ying Zheng.
"This old man, Ba Qing, greets Your Majesty, High Emperor.”
"No need to be so polite. Long time no see, Madam Qing.”A smile appeared on Zhao Tuo's face.
"It's been almost ten years since we last met.”
"That's right. After ten years, His Majesty finally got what he wanted and ascended the throne.”
Ignoring Ba Man who was standing beside him, Ba Qing turned to look at Ying Zheng.
"High Emperor, please forgive Ba Qing for his disrespect.”
"Hahaha, no worries!"
Ying Zheng waved his hand and asked with great interest,""From your words, it seems that you have had many interactions with Tuo 'er.“
"Zhen is quite interested in this. When there is time, Zhen will look for you.”
Ba Qing smiled politely. He then looked at Zhao Tuo and asked,""Your Majesty, are you here for the agreement from back then?”
"Please follow me."
After saying that, Ba Qing led the way into the residence, and Zhao Tuo followed closely behind.
As for the people behind him, they were all confused.
The promise from back then?
What agreement?
What did it have to do with them coming here this time?
Although they had doubts in their hearts, everyone still followed behind Zhao Tuo and entered the Ba Residence…
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