Chapter 394

Zhangsun Wuji remained silent from beginning to end, neither opposing nor agreeing.

He was the one who knew the locust plague was coming months ago!

Zhangsun Wuji had been preparing for this for months, just to use the refugees to drag down Qin Mu!

Now the opportunity had finally arrived, but he had no intention of expressing it.

The reason for doing this was because Zhangsun Wuji already had a perfect plan.

If he were to rush to drive the refugees to Great Qin when the locust plague arrived, not only would Li Er not agree, but the officials would also have objections.

After all, the refugees were also the people of Great Tang.

Proposing a plan at this time was clearly not a wise move.

Not only would he not get any benefits, but he might also be scolded by everyone.

Therefore.

There was only one thing Zhangsun Wuji was doing now.

Wait!

Wait until the disaster was completely out of control, wait until the imperial court could not handle it properly.

At that time, he would bring out the plan, and it would be foolproof.

To be honest.

This old fox Zhangsun Wuji could become the head of the officials, he definitely had some skills!

Such a meticulous and deep plan, it was thanks to him that he could think of it!

"Good, seeing everyone working together, I am very pleased. Since that is the case, let Fang and Du handle the disaster relief." Li Er waved his hand and made the decision directly.

Just like that.

Officials at all levels of the Great Tang imperial court began to work nervously.

In just a few days.

Porridge shops for free charity were built all over Great Tang.

Refugees flocked to them, eating porridge while thanking the imperial court and Li Er for saving their lives.

The aristocratic families naturally didn't sit idle.

They also took out the grain stored by their families and went to the porridge shops to give charity in person.

This was a great opportunity for them to restore their reputation.

As long as they could have a good relationship with the people, their prestige in the local area would definitely be re-established.

For a time.

Great Tang was in a prosperous scene of enthusiasm.

The security situation in various places also gradually stabilized.

Imperial Palace, Ganlu Hall.

Li Er was happily celebrating with important ministers such as Fang Xuanling, Cheng Yaojin, Du Ruhui, and Zhangsun Wuji.

Hearing the news that the locust plague had been controlled, Li Er was greatly encouraged and said several "good" words in a row.

"Hahaha, I really didn't expect this locust plague to be controlled so smoothly, everyone's command is appropriate, and the credit is great!"

Li Er was in a good mood and kept praising these capable ministers of his.

In this disaster, these people had put in a lot of effort.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your praise!"

"It seems that it won't be long before the disaster disappears."

"We still have to be more vigilant, after all, the disaster is as fierce as a tiger, if we are not careful, we may lose all our previous efforts."

Everyone discussed enthusiastically.

While rejoicing that the disaster was controlled, they were also constantly reminding themselves to be careful.

Li Er nodded constantly, and couldn't help but feel proud in his heart.

Hmph!

Qin Mu, do you see?

My ministers are definitely no worse than yours!

Zhangsun Wuji, who was standing on the side, also accompanied with a smile, but his heart was lonely to the extreme.

He didn't expect the disaster to stabilize so quickly.

In this way, wouldn't his plan be ruined?

Sigh!

Is this fate?

"Your Majesty, something bad has happened!"

Just as everyone was happy, Li Junxian ran in from outside in a hurry.

Everyone's expression suddenly became tense.

The Ganlu Hall was dead silent.

"What happened?"

Li Er's heart was in his throat.

Don't let it be about the locust plague!

But sometimes.

What people fear will come!

"Your Majesty, come out and see!"

Li Junxian was sweating profusely, not knowing how to describe it.

"Hmm?"

Li Er frowned and walked out of the Ganlu Hall quickly.

Everyone followed.

As soon as they walked out of the palace, everyone was stunned by the scene before them.

I saw countless locusts covering the sky, like black clouds, covering the entire palace tightly.

Black shadows flashed across Li Er's pale face.

"This! What is going on?"

Li Er panicked completely.

Even the palace was occupied by locusts.

It is conceivable.

What the situation outside is like.

Just at this moment, several ministers walked over in a hurry.

"Your Majesty, something bad has happened! We were deceived! The locust plague was quiet a few days ago because the locusts were resting. Now, more locusts have been bred and are increasing exponentially."

"Various counties have sent urgent documents, the disaster situation in various places is becoming more serious, the food for disaster relief has been completely consumed, and the national treasury is completely empty, and there is no money or food for disaster relief!"

"The number of refugees in various places has not decreased, but increased, and now it has reached millions! If this continues, the consequences will be unimaginable!"

The words of the ministers were like sharp knives, stabbing Li Er's heart into a thousand holes.

Li Er was dizzy, his body was cold, and his heart was full of despair.

Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, Cheng Yaojin, and others looked at each other, racking their brains but couldn't think of any way.

A clever woman cannot cook without rice!

What should we do?

After a long time.

Li Er woke up and walked toward the gate of Changancheng with big strides.

A moment later.

Li Er brought his ministers to the gate of Changancheng.

Outside the city gate.

Thousands of refugees were in rags and thin as sticks.

They lay randomly at the foot of the city wall, looking at the surrounding locusts weakly, their eyes glowing green with hunger.

If these locusts were not poisonous, they would have eaten these animals clean.

Seeing this scene, Li Er's eyes turned red. ===== CHAPTER 396 =====