Mu Qianyu and Nangong Zhi were chatting and laughing in the courtyard. After a while, a scholar in civilian clothes was brought in.
"See Your Majesty, Your Majesty the Imperial Master." The scholar raised his hands in salute.
Two pairs of beautiful eyes looked at the scholar in front of him. The scholar was unattractive in appearance, thin and slender. When he stood up straight, his back was straight. His eyes were bright and restrained. He looked ordinary.
Mu Qianyu felt that there was nothing unusual about this man. He could not be found in a crowd. It was difficult to tell from his appearance that he had any abilities.
"Give me your name." She asked. Although she didn't know what this person's abilities were, there was no sign of contempt in her eyes.
Although she is now a high-ranking Ninth Five Supreme Being, her mentality has not changed much. She feels that she just has an extra identity and extra clothes. After leaving the palace, she is still the same person among all living beings.
"Student Mu Ziqi is a local scholar."
He answered in a neither humble nor arrogant manner. Although he was thin and thin, he was full of confidence and did not give people the feeling of a weak scholar at all.
Mu Qianyu nodded: "You are young and talented, have you ever passed the imperial examination?"
"Students never existed. In the past, the Daxuan court was corrupt and the emperor was stupid, unable to display the talents of students."
"Oh?" Mu Qianyu laughed at him: "Do you think Daxuan is underestimating your talents?"
"Yes." Mu Ziqi answered confidently, with no trace of shame on his face.
Mu Qianyu found it even more interesting. She exchanged a look with Nangong Zhi, and then asked: "Then why do you come to serve me now?"
"Your Majesty has great talents and strategies, and he loves his people like a son. He is an unparalleled virtuous king. My students are willing to serve your Majesty and win the world for your Majesty." Mu Ziqi did not hide his admiration for Mu Qianyu when he spoke.
Mu Qianyu blinked. She didn't even think that Mu Ziqi was talking about her. This ability to flatter someone was really powerful.
"Since you said that I am so wise, you should know that I don't do this." She smiled and shook her head and said:
"If you think your talent is astonishing, why don't you take the imperial examination in my court? I was admitted to the imperial examination when I came to the throne."
Mu Ziqi still answered fluently: "My father passed away three years ago, and the student paid filial piety to his father, so he missed Enke."
"That's right, I'm sorry." Mu Qianyu looked understanding.
"Now is the time for His Majesty to hire people. The student can't wait for the next imperial examination, so he rashly comes to recommend himself." Mu Ziqi bowed to Mu Qianyu, handed over a fold with both hands, and said in a solemn voice:
"Your Majesty, this is the student's opinion on the current policy of our great Zhou Dynasty in facing the two countries. Please take a look at it."
Mu Qianyu immediately waved his hand: "I won't read it, you can just talk about it."
The biggest headache for her was reading these. She had seen enough when she was studying for the imperial examination, and now she had a headache just looking at them.
"Yes." Mu Ziqi was still happy that Mu Qianyu listened to his advice.
"Your Majesty is so talented that Daxia owes 500 billion spiritual stones. This is a key step for us to win Daxia."
"Tell me about it." Mu Qianyu said with great interest. When she wanted it, she only thought about money.
"Based on Daxia's current financial situation, it must not be easy for a while. I, Dazhou, will use this as an excuse to send tax officials to control its tax revenue and use 50% of the tax revenue every year."
Mu Qianyu nodded and asked Daxia to pay it back. He didn't know when or how long it would take to pay it back.
"Given Daxia's current national conditions, controlling taxation not only controls the lifeline of the economy, but also the lifeline of the country. It won't be long before Daxia will be unable to bear such poverty and heavy pressure, and will definitely surrender voluntarily."
Nangong Zhi also nodded slightly.
"Tell me about Dayu again." Mu Qianyu felt that there was something in this scholar's mind.
"Daewoo is a bit more complicated. Daewoo is rich because of its rich ores. It does not have the same shortcomings as Daxia, but it also has weaknesses. The country is weak and the emperor is cowardly and unable to suppress the princes."
"So we can send a garrison to the capital of Dayu in the name of helping Emperor Dayu consolidate his imperial power, and then send a wise and reliable person as the commander-in-chief."
"At that time, we will be equivalent to having complete control over Emperor Daewoo. The coach can take him out with a little effort. If Emperor Daewoo understands, he will take the initiative to include us in the territory of the Great Zhou Dynasty.
If you don’t know the truth, you can find any reason to kill and help the young emperor ascend to the throne, and everything can be controlled."
Mu Ziqi continued: "In this way, within two years, Daxia and Dayu will no longer have the power to resist. Merging with me, Dazhou, is their only way to survive."
Mu Qianyu was stunned for a while after hearing this.
She is not an absolute politician, but she can tell the good and the bad. These two methods are derived from the shortcomings of Daxia and Daewoo.
This is like hitting a snake within seven inches, killing it with one move.
"As for the dynasty behind you, who dares to disobey His Majesty's edict?" Mu Ziqi was still talking.
Mu Qianyu stretched out his hand and pressed it, and said, "That's all."
She felt that this was enough for her immediate development.
"What do you think the students think, Your Majesty?" Mu Ziqi looked expectant.
Although he is considered calm among his peers, he still shows some emotion when faced with such important events concerning the country.
Mu Qianyu looked at Nangong Zhi.
Nangong Zhi looked back with admiration in her eyes, but she didn't offer any opinions and left it to Mu Qianyu to make the decision.
"Very good." Mu Qianyu clapped his hands, looked at him and asked with a smile, "Tell me, what kind of official do you want?"
"Students, if you are brave, can you join the garrison and become a general?" Mu Ziqi said bravely.
The youngest general is also the fifth rank, and Mu Qianyu, who was the number one on the Heavenly Ranking, made an exception and became the prefect of the fifth rank.
This talented scholar speaks out as a fifth-rank official, and he can be said to be a bold man of great skill.
"You mean to go to Dayu to make suggestions, help the garrison commander to evade the emperor, and win over the hearts of the courtiers and people in Dayu?" Mu Qianyu asked next.
"Exactly, this move needs to be done step by step. Any speed it takes will be counterproductive." Mu Ziqi said seriously.
Mu Qianyu nodded slightly.
Mu Ziqi saw hope.
But Mu Qianyu quickly shook his head and said, "I can't be sure."
"Your Majesty, don't you believe the students?" Mu Ziqi felt sad and looked quite lonely.
"Of course not. After much thought, I can't find a suitable person to be in charge." Mu Qianyu said, her eyes fell on him, and she said slowly: "Except for you."
From these words, Mu Ziqi heard possibilities that he had never dared to imagine.
Even Nangong Zhi's eyes showed surprise.
"The idea came from you. If you are willing, you can implement it yourself. I will appoint you as ambassador to foreign countries, second rank." Mu Qianyu didn't hold back and spoke directly.
Mu Ziqi even looked shocked.
For a second-grade official to directly join Daewoo as the chief executive, this is a step to the top.
"How can student He De win so much trust from His Majesty..." He started to speak awkwardly.