After traveling through time, I became Han Zhang’s grandson?

Chapter 199: Countermeasures?

During the long first month of the first year of the Zhiping era, the entire Tokyo Prefecture was in a state of anticipation.

They were waiting, waiting for the first grand court meeting after the new official ascended the throne.

On the first day of February, the emperor and his ministers of the Song Dynasty got up early, had a good breakfast at home, and then leisurely went to the court meeting, holding the official hats that had been promoted twice in one year.

It was rare that Han Ming slept in at the Anyang Marquis' Mansion. It was not until nearly the hour that he was dragged out of bed by the flustered lady of the mansion, Yu Yanran.

"This is the first grand court meeting since the emperor came to power. How could the emperor be so indifferent?"

Since joining the Han family, Yu Yanran has been learning how to take care of her husband and children every day.

With the devoted teachings of the old lady of the Han family and Mrs. Han, in Han Ming's eyes, she is becoming more and more like the mistress of the family.

Of course, that nagging also made Han Ming feel the warmth of "home" after a long time.

Han Ming looked at Yu Yanran tying the belt for him with a serious expression.

Thinking of how this girl was weak and bullied a few years ago, he couldn't help but smile.

Then, under the gazes of Yong Zeng, Jin Rui and Ju Cao, he put his arms around Yu Yanran's waist and brought her closer to him.

"Ah~! Sir, what are you doing?"

Yu Yanran didn't expect Han Ming to do something bad at this time, and couldn't help but exclaimed.

"I suddenly want to retire and return home to spend the rest of my life in the countryside with you and the children."

Seeing Han Ming's somewhat emotional expression, Yu Yanran chuckled: "Master, are you tired and want to be lazy?"

Seeing that Yu Yanran had exposed his thoughts, Han Ming rolled his eyes, let go of her, and let her continue to dress herself.

"Don't play with Sheng Xiaoliu anymore in the future. She's taught you bad things!"

Han Ming said something angrily, reached out to take the official hat, shook his sleeves and took Yong Zeng to the court, leaving behind only a boring back.

"Madam, is it okay for you to tease the Marquis like this?"

Ju Cao walked over with a smile, supported Yu Yanran and said.

"He just likes this tune."

Yu Yanran smiled and looked at Han Ming's back.

"But the Marquis will be very busy from now on. There may be some major changes in the court. We must be careful about the mansion and not let anyone with ulterior motives take advantage of the situation."

Yu Yanran thought about the upcoming court affairs and couldn't help but remind Jin Rui and Ju Cao to guard the gate.

"Yes, ma'am!" x2

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Near noon, Yu Yanran and others who were waiting for Han Ming to return home saw Yong Zeng riding a horse back to the mansion alone before they heard the letter.

"Why hasn't the Marquis returned at this time today? Is there something going on in the palace?"

All Yu Yanran could think of was the situation where the new emperor left Han Ming behind to make a memorial.

"Yes, Madam, after the court meeting, the emperor kept the Marquis alone to make comments and have lunch in the palace."

"The Marquis asked me to tell the Madam that there is no need to wait for him and just proceed as usual."

Yong Zeng bowed, relayed Han Ming's words, and then left.

Yu Yanran was left frowning slightly, muttering to herself, "Why are you so anxious? You're already busy preparing for the first day of the court meeting?"

In the end, he couldn't figure it out and could only shake his head slightly, taking Ju Cao to see his own brother Nuo.

In the Chongwen Hall of the Imperial Palace, Zhao Zongquan, who had just sat on the throne for a month, was chatting with Han Ming about family matters.

Yes, they were just chatting about family matters, talking about how Gao Zunyu was ordered to go south to protect them.

Han Ming didn't expect that the new official would take an unconventional approach and try to build connections.

After all, Han Ming got married early, and it was the late Emperor Renzong and Empress Dowager Cao who arranged the marriage. This marriage was a big deal, and no emperor could break it up even if he was in power.

Just like another deposed emperor of Song, Prince of Liang and former Prince of Yong, Zhao Zonghao, he wanted to marry Princess Jiacheng to Han Ming as his co-wife, but he didn't dare to ask Han to divorce Yu Yanran.

The foundation of this marriage is so solid that no one can interfere.

This resulted in the situation where marriage alliance was no longer an option. After looking around, Emperor Yingzong found that the only person he could have a say in and establish a relationship with was his queen's cousin, Gao Zunyu.

The two sides did indeed become closer through this, and in order to actively express his sincerity, Han Ming even pushed Gu Tingye to the front.

With the help of people they both trusted, Emperor Yingzong and Han Ming further understood each other's true situation and thoughts.

"Han Hou, since your thoughts and feelings are very similar to mine, I will treat you as one of my own and will no longer hide some things from you."

Emperor Yingzong tried his best to show his calmness, but in Han Ming's eyes, this middle-aged emperor, who was about the same age as his father, was a little nervous and uneasy when facing him.

"Your Majesty seems to still have doubts about me, so I will speak frankly."

"When the late emperor issued his will, this matter was discussed with me!"

Han Ming's frankness shocked Emperor Yingzong, who then forced a smile.

"Why does Marquis Han think it's best for me to be the emperor?"

Emperor Yingzong's words made Han Ming sigh inwardly and couldn't help but laugh bitterly.

"In fact, I thought that Prince Liang (former Prince Yong) still had some merits."

"Please give me your instructions, Lord Han!" Emperor Yingzong bowed solemnly.

"Your Majesty, there is no need to do this." Han Ming quickly returned the greeting.

"In fact, from my perspective, Your Majesty is an ambitious and wise ruler who wants to accomplish great things for the court and the people."

"But Your Majesty should also be aware of the situation during the previous emperor's reign, or rather, the various problems of our Great Song Dynasty since the reign of Emperor Taizong."

Han Ming's words reminded Emperor Yingzong that although the Song Dynasty had been founded for a hundred years, it did not have the prosperity of previous feudal dynasties, and was still accompanied by various problems from previous dynasties.

"Although the late emperor was a wise and benevolent ruler, he was not a king with a pioneering and enterprising spirit."

Han Ming's words were very straightforward, causing Emperor Yingzong to look at him in surprise.

"The Song Dynasty has many problems. The late emperor saw them all, but was powerless to solve them."

"Although I am willing to reform the government, I cannot ignore the threats from within and outside the court, as well as from enemy countries on the border."

"Although Prince Liang was mediocre, he was able to effectively confuse the enemy, prolonging my internal investigation and other matters, and finally promoting comprehensive reforms with thunderous means."

"This is the time I originally needed."

"The late emperor saw through my thoughts and knew that Prince Liang was not a wise and capable leader, so he specially prepared another edict."

"Just wait until time is up and preparations are complete, then choose the wise and establish the emperor. The ruler and his subjects will join hands to create a prosperous era!"

Having said that, Han Ming looked at the shocked look in Emperor Yingzong's eyes and couldn't help laughing in his heart.

"It's a pity that King Liang disrupted the plan and was so self-righteous that he had to put many things on the table in advance."

Han Ming sighed and smiled bitterly.

When Emperor Yingzong heard what had happened, he couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat.

"The late emperor and Marquis Han...really thought too highly of me."

Knowing that Emperor Yingzong's words were insincere, Han Ming did not reveal it but smiled faintly.

"Your Majesty, in this case, I hope you will remember the late emperor's will and revitalize the Song Dynasty!"

Han Ming stood up and bowed.

"We also need the full support of Marquis Han and the other great ministers!"

Emperor Yingzong quickly helped Han Ming up with sincere affection.

The king and his minister smiled at each other, and everything was said without words...