Happy Emperor

Chapter 15 Layout

"Who said I would let them transport grain!" Lin Tian said in a deep voice.

"If the grain is transported from the place you are guarding into Shengjing but does not reach Ningfeng Province, what will the old thief Batu think?"

The three of them were shocked and fell into deep thought.

All they had been thinking about was how to block Batu's grain transportation at the import point, and they had never thought about doing anything at the export point.

If there is no problem with the transportation and import of grain for the Batu family, then the first thing Baturin would think of is that the Ji family is behind it.

"What a great move to kill someone with a borrowed knife."

Thinking of this, the three of them broke out in cold sweats. They had not expected that Emperor Li would be so cunning.

"Your Majesty, I will immediately arrange for personnel to set up defenses between Ji Qiang's defenses and the north gate of Shengjing."

Anjie immediately knelt down and asked for permission.

"No." Lin Hua, the assistant minister of the Ministry of War, said in a low voice after thinking for a moment.

"Your Majesty, if this happens, Ningfeng Province will not be able to receive any grain, and they will immediately send people to search along the way. Once they find Ji Qiang, this method will be exposed within two days. By then, I'm afraid..."

After all, Lin Hua has been in officialdom for a long time, and his thinking on some things is farther-reaching than that of young people like An Jie.

Although I didn't think of this at first, I thought of it as soon as Emperor Li mentioned it.

If they were discovered at the beginning, the Batu family would most likely join forces with the Ji family to turn against them, and by then Emperor Li's throne would be in danger.

"What about a change of position?"

Lin Tian took out a map and pointed to a valley between the borders of Jiqiang and Ningfeng Provinces.

"this......"

"Your Majesty is wise! I, an old minister, am dull."

Lin Hua looked at the place where Emperor Li pointed, and his eyes lit up.

If we send a small group of elite troops to guard this place.

It can not only intercept food, but also intercept people lurking in Ningfeng Province for investigation.

As long as it is controlled well, Ji Qiang will not find out.

After all, outside Shengjing City, the defense is generally concentrated, and some small roads are not guarded by soldiers.

“That’s good, but it’s not good enough.”

Lin Tian sneered.

"Anjie, from now on, you will lead four hundred elite soldiers to hijack the food. Any letters you intercept will be immediately sent back to the city."

"An Bilie, you are responsible for searching all those who want to enter the city at the north gate every day."

"Lin Hua, after twenty days, you will transfer all the elite troops stationed outside Shengjing into the city, concentrating the main force at the north gate.

"And during these twenty days, all timber transport teams will be stopped, but no inspections will be conducted and high tolls will be collected."

"My lord, accept the order."

The three of them knelt down at the same time. At this moment, they were extremely impressed by the emperor in front of them.

This is not a tyrant king, he is clearly a sage king of all ages.

Lin Tian actually didn't finish telling his true intentions.

He also had to inform Lin Tianyang of Baturin's intention to attack Ningfeng Province in twenty days.

In this way, not only will Lin Tianyang remember his kindness and lay a solid foundation for future recovery, but it will also put Batu's advance troops into absolute crisis.

These soldiers had no food left to return via the mountain road, so their only option was to retreat to Shengjing.

As long as we guard the north gate of Shengjing, these soldiers will definitely not be able to break through within a month.

When the time comes, while getting rid of Ji Qiang, these elite soldiers will sooner or later be used by him in order to survive.

Even if Baturin knew at that time, it would be too late to save the situation, and he had other plans.

The three of them left when it was already Xu time.

Lin Tian turned over the Queen's card.

Although the throne is important, it must be relaxed to a certain extent in order to last.

......

The next day, noon.

Baturin has sent three groups of people to invite Emperor Li to participate in the competition, but they were all rejected by the Queen according to Lin Tian’s arrangement last night.

At this moment, Lin Tian, ​​wearing a mask, and Batu Jin were grading the poems written by the talented scholar in the study.

"Butler Li, hasn't the emperor arrived yet?"

Baturin put down the teacup, called the butler over and asked.

"He didn't come. I've already sent three groups of people, plus the master went to invite him personally this morning, so this is the fourth time."

"Humph!"

Baturin snorted coldly and slammed his hand on the table.

"He really thinks he's a Saint King!"

"Master, calm down. I don't think he dares to come."

Steward Li, with a fawning expression, pointed at the many talented people in Shengjing and sneered, "Anyone here is more knowledgeable than him. He must be afraid of losing face."

"That's true. He has self-awareness."

Baturin looked at the talented people outside, but didn't see his daughter. He asked the housekeeper, "Where is the young lady?"

"In the study, Master Lin and I are grading."

"Is Master Lin here too?"

Baturin has heard people talk about a talented man emerging in Shengjing a lot these days.

He also read the few poems written by Mr. Lin and felt that this person had respectable talent.

Moreover, he learned from his daughter that Master Lin was very skilled in martial arts.

The most important thing is that this is the first time that his daughter has someone she likes at such a age, which makes Baturin very happy.

If this Mr. Lin had no more problems with his character, he would definitely be the best candidate for son-in-law in his mind.

"I came early in the morning." Butler Li replied.

"What does this person look like?" Baturin asked.

His daughter is stunningly beautiful, so naturally he can't find someone with a strange appearance.

"Uh... Master, I don't know about this."

"have no idea?"

Baturin frowned and looked at Butler Li.

"Mr. Lin has not revealed his true appearance, and he has been staying in the study since arriving at the mansion, so..."

Baturin was a little stunned when he heard what Butler Li said.

He always felt that this Master Lin was a bit mysterious. Although he had sent people to investigate, no news had been reported back yet.

But he didn't think much about it. After all, it was in his own house. Even if this person was a spy sent by those vassal kings, he would not cause any waves.

half an hour later

The score of the last talented person was also announced, and the top three on the scene were revealed.

Those who did not win the prize did not blame the scorers for their low ranking.

Because they all knew that the judges this time were Batu Jin, the most talented woman in Shengjing, and Lin Gongzi, the most talented man in Daxia.

Batujin's talent has spanned ancient and modern times, and this Master Lin is even more extraordinary, and no one can deny his admiration.

Baturin walked onto the stage with a kind face and presented the three people with a large amount of gold and silver jewelry.

Baturin was very generous even to those who participated.

The money given to each person is enough for an ordinary boss's living expenses for a year.

He is certainly not a fool, nor is he a good man.

He knew that sometimes the power of a scholar's pen could defeat an army, and he certainly would not miss the opportunity to bribe these scholars.

After receiving the money, the talented people were very happy.

But no one left. They all heard that Master Lin would write a poem and meet with everyone.

Many people here have never met Master Lin, so of course they want to meet him if they have the chance.

"Lord Batu, may I ask when Master Lin and Miss Batu will appear? Will we have a chance to see them?"

The talented people sitting below asked.