After swallowing my anger and taking the blame, I became the lucky little queen

No one in the court dared to speak out, for they were all afraid that the prince would really give up and the emperor would put the job in their hands.

Even Qin Zehai couldn't help but feel a little apprehensive.

As soon as he made his suggestion, Qin Junyu acted as if “If you don’t believe me, I’ll quit”, and the emperor would definitely let him take over.

He had not returned to the capital for a year and was not yet familiar with the affairs of the court. He absolutely could not take over this mess.

The emperor pondered for a moment, and his expression eased a little. He looked at Qin Junyu and said, "Your Highness, you are too serious. The virtuous king only raised his doubts based on the case, and he did not really suspect you. Why make such a big fuss?"

Everyone heard it, and the emperor did not want to remove Qin Junyu from his post, so they all echoed:

"Yes, your highness's ability is obvious to all. Without your highness, Mulan Qiumi would not be able to do it."

It is rare for the three parties to agree on something, and their rhetoric is almost identical.

Qin Zehai was unwilling to give in, he clenched his fists tightly, veins bulging on the back of his hands.

The emperor raised his chin to signal everyone to be quiet. He closed the memorial from the Supreme Court, and said, "As the Crown Prince said, the Minister of Revenue has already pleaded guilty. This case ends here, and no one is allowed to bring it up again in the future."

The court officials bowed down and shouted in unison: "Your Majesty is wise!"

Qin Jun Yujing knelt motionlessly, a hint of pride flashing in his eyes.

Qin Zehai beside him didn't move either.

Qin Junyu still refused to buy it: "Father, it is indeed difficult for me to shoulder such a heavy responsibility.

In my opinion, the Emperor's uncle is quite suspicious of me. Since he doesn't trust me, why not let the Emperor's uncle take over? What do you think, father?"

To be brief and to the point - Father, there is still one person who is dissatisfied. What do you think we should do?

The emperor's face darkened instantly, and he glanced at the people below. The emperor was so majestic without even getting angry that they all lowered their heads, silently muttering in their hearts:

It's none of my business, don't look at me...

"Wise King, do you have any other opinions on this case?" The emperor's voice became heavier, with oppression and threat, as if saying: Just wait and see if you dare to have any opinions again.

Qin Zehai's chest was heaving violently, and he was in a state of panic, which was in stark contrast to Qin Junyu, who was calm and composed beside him.

Qin Junyu used Mulan Qiumi as a bargaining chip. Now the emperor and all the ministers are on his side. He is afraid that if he accidentally provokes him, he will get into trouble.

What’s the point if he still refuses to accept?

Qin Zehai closed his eyes, exhaled a breath, and said loudly: "Your Majesty, I believe that His Royal Highness is innocent."

The case of embezzlement of public funds has come to an end.

Everyone stood up and returned to their seats, each with their own thoughts.

The eunuch reported that General Sima led 30,000 soldiers at the front line and defeated the 50,000-strong army of Southern Xinjiang. The army retreated step by step and did not stop until it reached the border of Southern Xinjiang.

The emperor was overjoyed and all his ministers came to congratulate him.

Four months ago, the army from southern Xinjiang caused trouble on the Liuli border and threatened to invade. The emperor sent General Sima to lead the troops to fight. The two sides fought and negotiated for four months. It was not until today that the exciting good news came.

The tense and depressing atmosphere in Mingde Hall disappeared, and everyone was smiling.

The emperor waved his hand and decided to hold a family banquet in Qinghui Palace tonight to entertain all officials and their families to celebrate together.

All the palace maids serving in Mingde Hall were rewarded.

When the court was dismissed, everyone had a rare smile on their faces.

Nian Chengyun and the Dali Temple Minister walked out side by side.

"Prime Minister, please stay."

Hearing the voice, Nian Chengyun stopped and looked back. It was Qin Zehai.

Qin Zehai walked towards him hurriedly.

Nian Chengyun winked at the Dali Temple Minister, indicating that he should go first.

The Dali Temple Minister left the palace first.

They were surrounded by officials who were walking towards the west gate after court session, so it was not convenient to talk. The two of them walked down the stairs tacitly and moved behind a stone lion statue not far away, avoiding everyone's sight.

"Why is the Prime Minister walking so fast? If you don't know, you would think there is some monster behind him." Qin Zehai smiled teasingly.

Nian Chengyun was not in such a good mood. He looked up at the sun which had not yet fully risen. He squinted his eyes and put his hands behind his back. "Your Majesty, please speak directly. I don't like beating around the bush."

Although the virtuous prince is the emperor's younger brother, he is not close to the emperor. Moreover, he only returned to the capital a month ago. Naturally, his identity and status cannot be compared with Nian Chengyun, the founding father who is deeply trusted by the emperor.

So when talking to Qin Zehai, he didn't need to flatter him.

Seeing his attitude, Qin Zehai was not annoyed, but laughed, "The Prime Minister is still so straightforward."

Nian Chengyun didn't respond.

"In that case, I might as well ask directly." Qin Zehai glanced at Mingde Hall, "Prime Minister, what do you think the emperor wants to do by holding a family banquet?"

If it was just to celebrate Liuli's great victory, he would have just hosted a banquet for all officials and issued rewards to various governments. However, the emperor specifically mentioned "bring your families along", and these four words are thought-provoking.

In addition, when he went to Zhongcui Palace a few days ago, Er Niang told him that the emperor intended to arrange marriages for several princes and was preparing to find a reason to summon the young ladies of various noble families into the palace to take a good look at them. If there was a suitable one, the marriage contract would be made on the spot.

Connecting the two things, Qin Zehai couldn't help but wonder whether the emperor would choose wives for the princes at the palace banquet tonight.

After all, Qin Fengtian is at the age to get married, and if he wants to marry, she must be the eldest daughter of the prime minister's family.

So he came to Nian Chengyun to test the waters first.

Nian Chengyun glanced at him and asked, "Your Highness, what do you think the Emperor means?"

Qin Zehai: "The Prime Minister is the most favored by the Emperor and the one who knows the Emperor best. Naturally, I cannot compare to him."

He said some nice words, but he didn't expect Nian Chengyun to treat him well.

Nian Chengyun is a slick old-fashioned person. He is slick because he has been with the emperor for many years and is the best at seeing through people's hearts. He knows what to say and what not to say, and he also understands the principle of keeping a low profile and follows through to the end.

The old-fashionedness lies in that, no matter how you threaten or bribe him, his heart will not be moved at all. And if you try to sow discord between him and someone he has chosen, he will not believe a word you say.

This is also why he has been able to remain neutral for so many years and not lean towards any side. The emperor actually admires him very much.

If Qin Zehai didn't make it clear, he would probably have to practice Tai Chi with him in front of the Mingde Hall for a whole day.

So Qin Zehai cleared his throat and spoke in what he thought was a normal tone, "I think the emperor wants to take this opportunity to choose wives for the four princes."

The emperor had five sons, the youngest of whom was only ten years old, so he was naturally not among those who were engaged.

After saying this, he took a special look at Nian Chengyun's expression before asking, "What do you think, Prime Minister?"

Nian Chengyun said calmly: "I dare not speculate on the emperor's intentions. Even if the emperor really thinks so, he has his reasons. As his subjects, we will do our best to share his worries."

The four princes are already of age to start a family and build a career. There is nothing wrong with the emperor choosing wives for them, so there is no need for Your Highness to worry.

His words were so witty and brilliant that Qin Zehai really wanted to applaud him.

Qin Zehai stopped smiling and looked sinister, "As far as I know, the two young ladies of the Prime Minister's family are just coming of age and are waiting to be married."