Chapter 1260: Well-Informed (Part 3)

But as I said before, these matters could have completely waited until his year-end report; why bring them up now? There must be something else. So, Baifeng just stared at Yu, and Yu felt a bit embarrassed.

After fidgeting for a long time, he finally spoke: "Uncle..."

With this form of address, Baifeng understood, and he was very happy. A child he raised, even if not his own flesh and blood, still held deep affection. How old were he and Sui when they had to raise this little brat? If he were so distant, Baifeng would certainly be unhappy. Sui often felt sad whenever she mentioned Yu, feeling that Yu had become too distant, no longer like the child she had raised.

"Child, if you have any needs, just say it." Baifeng was also happy; as long as it was something he could solve, he would get it done for him!

Yu saw that playing the emotional card was indeed the safest bet.

"Uncle, didn't I hear that we found Chinaberry Trees at the Suiren tribe? The effects have already been tested, so could you please allocate some to Lema City first? You promised before that the next batch would go to Lema City."

Baifeng laughed out loud, then tapped the table and said: "Good, good, no problem. You really care about this matter, coming all this way and even bringing these things to me in advance. No problem, it's yours!"

"This time, I saw their report saying that the Chinaberry Trees found are numerous. That place is too far away, and we might not be able to control it in the future, so my current idea is to conduct a destructive harvest and get a few thousand catties first."

"There are also tree seeds that can be obtained. If we plant Chinaberry Trees ourselves here, they can survive and barely make it through the Winter. Since the dormant period is approaching, have them dig up more saplings and send them over to be transplanted directly here. In the future, we will grow and use them ourselves."

"This needs to be done in a place around Lema City. You find us some suitable land, and we'll set up a Chinaberry forest. It doesn't need to be too big; I think thirty or forty mu is about right. Once these first two waves pass, we won't need as much later on. We'll harvest and use them every year."

"The trade with the Xuanyuan Tribe won't stop either, ensuring that several cities can completely eradicate this Ascaris!"

"In the future, everyone won't need medicine anymore. Child, your uncle promises you this: no matter how much comes back, Lema City gets priority supply. I'll reserve two thousand catties for you first, how about that?"

Yu immediately and excitedly agreed: "Thank you, Uncle! This is wonderful!"

"Alright, that's it then. You don't have anything else to say now, do you?"

This time, Yu shook his head firmly: "Uncle, there really is nothing else this time."

Baifeng placed several documents on the edge of his desk: "Alright, take them away. I'll give you a half-day break today. Go home first and see your Aunt Sui and Aunt Chinv; they still miss you very much."

"After you're done, go coordinate with Sanxin. I will have everything explained to him. You can resolve the matters here before heading back."

"Since you were able to come now, it means Lema City won't fall apart without you. Resolve these things here first; after all, they are quite important, and it will save you from running back and forth in the future. Let's settle it all at once."

Yu nodded repeatedly, then took the documents from the table, said his goodbyes, and left. He didn't go straight to find Sui, but instead ran to the Ministry of Revenue to find Yulong. Since he had finally returned, he definitely had to chat with his good brother.

He had seen Changle a while ago, and when he returned, he would be able to see him again. Yulong was not easy to see; the Ministry of Revenue was busy, and Yu himself was busy. It was truly difficult for the two of them to get together.

After Chengqie finished giving instructions to his own people, he also received news that Yu had returned. Previously, he didn't know who this person named Yu was, and only found out when Changle got married.

He had originally thought Yu was just a rather capable young man, but after a detailed explanation from others, he realized that Yu also held the status of Baifeng's foster son, only he hadn't been granted the status of Prince.

However, in terms of status and power, Yu was not ordinary at all. Although young, he had to be placed alongside the founding fathers. In front of Yu, Chengqie could only be considered a second-generation descendant from a prominent background.

But this time, he was invited, saying it was to go eat and drink together—a gathering of young people.

The gathering was organized by Yulong. Those who came were all sons and legitimate sons of various Marquises and Counts. Of course, there were also those who were not legitimate sons, but were familiar with Yulong and his group, having played together since childhood.

This was not a political meeting; it was purely a gathering for young people to socialize and have fun. Yulong had finally waited for this opportunity; Yu had come, and his father had agreed, so they were able to gather like this.

Inviting Chengqie was purely because of his status and position. Although he was a newcomer to Huaxia, in terms of future status, few people in all of Huaxia would be higher than him. Therefore, such an important figure had to be invited.

They also wanted Chengqie to better integrate into Huaxia and be casual with everyone. Nobles also had their own circles; once everyone was familiar with each other, it would be easier to talk and get things done in the future.

It was also Chengqie's first time attending such an event. He had originally thought it would be very formal and felt a bit nervous, wondering how he should maintain his dignity and display his status among a group of Huaxia nobles.

Who would have known that as soon as he entered the room, he saw a group of people shouting and drinking. Yulong was being pulled to drink by people Chengqie didn't recognize, with no regard for rank or order.

Just as he was stunned, a young man he hadn't seen before grabbed him and pulled him over, where he took off his shoes and sat down on a thick sheepskin rug.

"You must be Chengqie! You were always at school, so I haven't seen you much. I only saw you when Prince Changle got married last time. Come, come, come, let's drink quickly. You're late, so you have to be penalized with a cup first. Ah, I'll join you for a cup, hahaha!"

The man unceremoniously took two cups of Wine, shoved one to Chengqie, then held his own, clinked them together, and downed it in one gulp.

Chengqie knew a little bit about Huaxia's drinking etiquette; since they had clinked, he couldn't refuse, so he drank it in one gulp too.

After that? He didn't remember anything after that. He only remembered countless people rushing over to drink with him, talking about toasts and rounds. By the time he woke up, he was already at his own home.