As an official, what's wrong with raising a few monsters?

Chapter 141 The time has come

The shaky sun finally set in the west.

Some people in the court were truly shocked, confused and at a loss.

But some people are just pretending.

Xiao Zhengyang's status, talents, and means... are indeed worthy of being the emperor of the New Dynasty, and no one can disobey him.

However, it is also obvious that he is in poor condition.

After getting through this person, it’s hard to say who will have the final say in the court next...

Some people couldn't help but shift their gaze and look to the side.

Following their gaze, they saw an old man in a bright red official uniform standing there quietly, gently stroking the jade ring on his thumb, his face expressionless.

Dong Zhenghong.

He has been suppressed by Xiao Zhengyang a lot these days, and much of his power has been taken back.

If Xiao Zhengyang lived a little longer, he might really be squeezed out of this power circle.

It’s just... a pity.

Man can never fight against fate.

No matter how talented you are as a ruler, it will all be in vain if you cannot outlive others!

"My lord, it's time."

A cold wind blew through the hall, and several officials couldn't help but shiver.

A strange whisper sounded in his ears.

Dong Zhenghong didn't pretend, didn't even glance at the unconscious new king on the throne, and didn't say much.

He turned around and walked out of the hall.

……

"I heard that the Blood-Cloaked Army in the south has declared itself emperor!"

"These rebels dared to split the land and claim the title of king. What's it called? Da Qi?"

"I heard that the imperial court has already sent troops to suppress the rebellion, and General Ling is leading the troops!"

"Really? General Ling is amazing!"

"Hahaha~ The new emperor has ascended the throne, he is wise and powerful... our Daqian is truly saved."

"Let me tell you, someone saw a ghost on East Street that day..."

……

The building is filled with fragrance and is bustling with activity.

As spring arrives and the weather gets warmer, more and more diners come here.

People ate delicious food, clinked glasses, and talked about all kinds of things they knew.

Before I knew it, more than half a year had passed.

The small restaurant that no one cared about at the beginning has gradually grown into a big restaurant that is famous in Kyoto.

The dishes themselves are excellent, and there are endless business strategies and promotional methods, interesting business models, storytelling stories... and there is also the legendary person behind the scenes to back it up.

All of this is the capital that helps this restaurant rise to prominence.

And today, there seems to be a special person here.

Spots of bright sunlight shone down, and a figure walked into the door.

This restaurant is bustling, and it is normal to see people coming and going.

only……

"Shopkeeper... um, Master Ming, why are you here?"

The middle-aged man who was temporarily in charge of the counter widened his eyes when he saw the person coming, and hurried out to bow.

Following his words, the restaurant lobby became eerily quiet for a moment.

The storytellers didn't dare to say another word.

Everyone turned their heads and stared at the young and handsome man in amazement.

In this capital, there should be only one person whom this man calls "Shopkeeper" or "Mr. Ming".

Mingchen!

Mingchen has been much more low-key since returning from Beilie.

Basically, no more news came out.

But any one of the things he did would be enough to brag about for the rest of his life.

He had already reached the third-rank official position, and was also given the titles of Grand Secretary of the Cabinet and Junior Tutor.

There is a huge gap between classes. There are not many people above him, and the difference between him and these people in the restaurant has long been huge.

This young and extravagant person is the biggest backer of this restaurant.

The restaurant's business was so good that no one in the industry dared to be jealous or make trouble.

Mingchen never came again. Countless people had long been friends with him, but only some old customers remembered his appearance and felt proud of him.

And today, I finally see it.

He is dignified and handsome, truly a great man.

Mingchen glanced at the restaurant. It had been a while since he last came here, and the restaurant seemed to have changed a bit and been decorated.

The awe-inspiring gazes of the people around me are touching.

Unconsciously, he had already built a thick barrier between himself and these people.

……

Inside the restaurant,

"Everyone, long time no see."

Most of the people in the restaurant are elderly, with only a few new faces.

Mingchen looked at the group of guys around him and nodded slightly.

"Sir...long time no see..."

He was obviously too young, but no one dared to look him in the eye. Only the guy who was in charge had the nerve to salute him.

"Ah."

Mingchen nodded slightly: "I came here today to tell you something."

Mingchen is not very humble towards those in higher positions, nor is he very arrogant towards those in lower positions.

His speech and behavior were no different from usual.

"Your name is Zheng Yang, right?"

"Yes!"

"From now on, this restaurant will be under your management."

"Of course, this restaurant belongs to everyone." "You are in charge, and everyone supervises."

"If you don't want to do it anymore, you can sell it. You can split the money."

"To avoid quarrels, I will give you a quota..."

"You can discuss major matters on your own. If more than 70% of the people agree, you can proceed."

The enemies in the court probably wouldn't be so petty as to make things difficult for these people at the bottom.

After all, making things difficult for these people has no impact on Mingchen.

But without his protective umbrella, the cake would be left lying on the street, and I'm afraid it would face more storms and pressure.

Mingchen has come here to say this, which is considered to be the utmost kindness.

This restaurant was his first experimental business venture, and the results were pretty good.

Then change the location and let the shy butterfly come out with another one.

He got along well with these guys, who were all quite hardworking and honest people.

He once told Ling Yu what kind of person he was. I help you, you help me, we can win together.

Now I am about to leave, and I don’t know when I will come back next time. The world must have changed.

This restaurant is his gift to those who follow him.

Human nature is very realistic. Mingchen doesn't know whether the people in this restaurant will coexist harmoniously after he leaves, or will they fall apart because of the struggle for power and profit.

But Mingchen has already let go. Whether it is good or bad, it is all the fate of these people.

"Okay, that's the thing."

"Everyone, get busy."

After Mingchen finished speaking, he nodded to the stunned crowd.

Even after he finished speaking, no one left the room.

What Mingchen announced was too shocking for them. For a moment, their minds went blank and they didn't know what to say.

"Master Ming, you...are you leaving the capital?"

Zheng Yang suddenly came back to his senses and kept asking Mingchen.

Mingchen glanced at him and said, "Don't ask too many questions."

After saying that, he turned around and left.

When he was about to go out.

"The shopkeeper's!"

Suddenly, Zheng Yang shouted, "We won't sell this restaurant!"

"We're waiting for you here!"

Mingchen is a very special person, intelligent, mysterious, unpredictable, too young but not lacking in dignity.

But he is a good leader.

He brought about earth-shaking changes to the restaurant and to the lives of these people.

The monthly salary keeps increasing and is never in arrears, and there are also various benefits.

The guys have witnessed the restaurant's decline and rise. This place is like a home to them, and Mingchen is a parent they cannot touch but respect and admire. They are willing to work in this restaurant for the rest of their lives.

Zheng Yang's voice fell,
"Boss! We'll be waiting for you to come back!"

"Shopkeeper, we don't sell it!"

"Thank you, boss!"

……

In the not very spacious inner room, the guys' shouts could be heard one after another.

Mingchen is a very realistic person. He doesn't know how many people were coerced into speaking.

In fact, he would rather believe that these people would quarrel for profit and sell the restaurant as soon as he left.

Of course, he did not deny that these people's shouting still made him happy.

He shook his body, without turning his head, but just waved his hand casually and disappeared from people's sight.

The time has come, it's time to go.

……

"Brother Royal!!!"

A naturally noble beauty in palace dress rushed into the room, her face full of anxiety and nervousness.

On the bed, the monarch of a country, holding great power, the most noble person in the world, was lying there quietly, his face haggard and his breath barely alive.

Illness comes like a mountain.

Although Xiao Zhengyang has a gentle personality, he is actually a very strong-willed person. Therefore, he has always been persistent in wanting to fulfill the responsibilities he set for himself and do things that Mingchen thinks are meaningless.

However, human power has its limits, and the persistence that I have always had seems to have finally dissipated at this moment.

"Xinyue...you're here!"

Hearing his sister's voice, Xiao Zhengyang's empty eyes gradually brightened up.

A smile appeared on his cracked lips and he looked away.

His sister came, a proud beauty with sharp eyes that could see through anyone. As she walked, her robe fluttered like thunder, full of spirit and vitality, as if the heaven and earth were cheering for her.

He saw with his own eyes how his sister grew from being depressed and collapsed to becoming the high-spirited and confident person she is now.

Really... enviable.

Mingchen told him that his sister would become a better emperor than him.

As expected of Mingchen~ He has a really good eye.

"Brother, how are you?"

Xiao Zhengyang was in poor health, but Xiao Xinyue had never seen him so weak.

She had anticipated that her royal brother would leave, but she didn't expect that this day would come so soon, which made her feel a little overwhelmed.

Life is like a flickering candle flame, which may be blown out by the wind in the next moment.

Xiao Zhengyang is not just a brother to her, but also a father and someone she admires.

If he leaves, it will mean that a pillar in my heart has collapsed.

"I...I'll go find..."

After returning from Beilie, Xiao Xinyue rarely felt so confused.

The first person she thought of was the playboy who liked to tease people with a naughty smile but always had a way to do it.

But before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Xiao Zhengyang.

The frail king smiled at her. His life was gradually coming to an end, but his haggard face was very peaceful: "Don't worry, don't worry, come here... Xinyue, talk to me..."

(End of this chapter)