Emperor Mingjing had also experienced disasters, both natural and man-made, in Daliang.
One year, there were floods, and several counties were plagued by an epidemic that nearly wiped out all the people. More than a decade later, those counties had yet to recover.
Although he was not fond of Yu Yang becoming a disciple of Zhang Xiaoying, he did not deny Zhang Xiaoying's contributions.
After all, it was the Minister of Rites and the prefectural magistrate of Jiangning City who commended Zhang Xiaoying's efforts.
Privately, Emperor Mingjing had also sent people to investigate the matter, and Zhang Xiaoying indeed found a way to eradicate the epidemic before it spread, saving Jiangning City from disaster.
But because of Yu Yang, he still withheld the rewards that were due to Zhang Xiaoying.
Of course, the rewards still needed to be given.
