Chapter 70: Who Will It Be This Time?

The next day!

Deyang Palace.

Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, came running here early this morning.

Not only him, but also many ministers came early.

This is not to say that there is much government affairs today.

Instead, Lin Yu said yesterday that at noon today, the Han Dynasty would send down sweet rain to alleviate the drought.

Therefore, since last night, Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, has been tossing and turning and unable to sleep.

Of course, Lu Zhi, Yang Biao, Yuan Huai, Cao Song, Xu...

These important officials who had heard from Liu Hong yesterday that Lin Yu would receive a sweet rain at noon today, every one of them was counted.

No one could sleep.

Although they have all witnessed the magic of Pokémon.

B...

This kind of rainfall that spans several states is definitely not something that Pokémon like Squirtle and Wooper can handle.

It has to be God!

Lin Yu, can he really do it?

Many people have a question mark in their minds.

"Your Majesty, the drought is unavoidable and we should quickly prepare for the aftermath."

"At least, the taxes in these states should be exempted this year."

An official who did not know the inside story was reporting to Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, with an anxious look on his face.

However, each time the court's response measures were inconclusive.

However, if you can, you should try your best.

"I second the motion!"

"I second this motion!"

"No need to be polite!"

Liu Hong looked at the officials who had not received the news that it would rain today and waved his hand.

"There is already a solution to this problem, my dear ministers, don't worry!"

Liu Hong sat on the dragon throne and spoke frankly.

"Some time ago, I met an immortal, the one who gave me the immortal beast. He has promised me that he will bring down rain to the Han Dynasty at noon today to alleviate the drought!"

As soon as Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, finished speaking, all the officials looked at him in shock.

Ha~

Has His Majesty lost his mind?

Of course, they had also seen those magical beasts that could breathe fire and pray for rain.

Admit that they are indeed magical.

...

But, do you want to see how big the range of the Wooper that Zhang asked that damn eunuch to pray for rain was?

Not to mention that your Deyang Palace is big, even if you have ten or a hundred of them, what use would that be?

Do you have any misunderstanding about the Land of Several States?

"Your Majesty, I admit that those fairy beasts are magical, but you cannot conclude that it will rain heavily at noon today."!"

"This is just a joke!"

"We should still try to collect as much food and fodder as possible to cope with the upcoming famine!"

Some officials were so excited when they heard Liu Hong's fantastic ideas that they wanted to criticize him.

Are you living in a dream?

Wake up now!

What a tyrant!

Many officials share the same view on this matter.

They all agreed that it was ridiculous for the Great Han to have so much rain.

Even several ministers including Yuan Huai, Cao Song, and Yang Biao were unsure about this matter at this time.

They knew that Lin Yu must be extraordinary.

But such a large rainfall area?

Several people were also confused!

Some officials whose hometowns were in the drought-stricken areas, deep down, did not believe what Liu Hong said.

However, I still have a glimmer of hope!

What if?

If it really rains at noon.

Will my hometown be spared from the suffering of drought?

Although they all had some food stored at home.

But there are too many mouths to feed at home!

Which family does not have many able-bodied men, slaves, maids, and livestock?

The food and drink for people and horses is a considerable expense every day.

What?

You said that if we dismiss those able-bodied men and slaves, we would have some food left over.

Believe it or not, without their protection.

If a drought really occurs, the first place those hungry refugees will attack will be their own manor!

Therefore, if a large-scale drought really occurred, even they would have to live frugally.

Except for these officials whose hometowns are in drought-stricken areas.

Some officials whose hometowns are not in the drought-affected areas have already begun to calculate how much grain they have in stock.

After the drought, how many good people will sell themselves into slavery?

By then, will my family need to buy some more slaves?

What's worse, some are even thinking about how to raise food prices to make some money from the national crisis!

"Well, anyway, by noon we'll have everything figured out."

Liu Hong was annoyed by the noise of these officials and scolded them loudly.

"Do you think it's really going to rain? The sky outside looks clear as day!"

Some officials discussed the matter in private in a very low voice.

"Anyway, it's impossible for it to rain in Luoyang today.

"I can guarantee this with my head!"

"As for Yangzhou, Xuzhou, Yuzhou, or even Qingzhou and Jizhou, I don't know."

An official looked up at the scorching sun outside and said with a grin.

".々Who says it's not?"

These officials really couldn't control their desire to express themselves, and they went around whispering to each other abroad.

Mathius, Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, who was sitting on the dragon throne, was too lazy to pay attention to them and just let them do as they pleased.

The nine ministers include Grand Minister of Agriculture Cao Song, Grand Secretary Zhou Zhong, and Chief Justice Cui Lie.

At this moment, my heart began to become lively.

According to the characteristics of the Eastern Han Dynasty, if there was no heavy rain at noon, His Majesty would usually push the matter to one of the Three Dukes.

Then, one person will be chosen from among the Nine Ministers to replace him.

What if so?

Who will Your Majesty push out this time?

Who will have the best chance of coming out on top?

Although the term of office of Sangong is extremely long, it also represents the highest honor.

If possible, they would still like to climb up a little further.

Although these people all have their own Pokémon, they also understand the magic of Pokémon.

However, they still didn't quite believe in their hearts that Lin Yu could make Great Han to rain heavily.

Such a large area, with such a heavy rainfall. Dare not think about it?

Not thinking at all?

At this time, even Yuan Ji, the imperial servant who had drawn the quasi-god Larvitar, had some doubts in his heart.

At this time, the three ministers, Si Tu Yuan Huai, Si Kong Yang Biao, and Tai Wei Xu Huo, were thinking even more.

If there is a lot of rain at noon, it will be enough to cover Yangzhou, Xuzhou, Yuzhou, Jizhou and Qingzhou.

If the disaster situation is alleviated, then naturally it will be good for you, me, and everyone, and everything will be fine.

Of course, this is actually impossible!

In their hearts, this option is automatically ruled out.

If there is no rain at noon!

So how do we understand this now?

Although, they were deeply moved by His Majesty's statement at the Secretariat yesterday.

However, they knew it very well.

If necessary, Your Majesty will still push them out to take the blame.

Last year, the one who was pushed out was Taiwei Liu Kuan!

So who will it be this time?

Situ Yuanhuai and Sikong Yang Biaowen, the two relatives, looked at each other with bitter smiles.