Mother, I have returned to the throne.

"Get back here!"

Seeing that Song Yuan was heartless.

He immediately turned around and was about to leave.

Song Youji's face twitched, but he finally spoke up to stop him.

You're a piece of trash.

You ran away before I even gave you the reward!

You really don't take this reward seriously, right?

Okay, okay, if you don’t care about it yourself, why should I insist on doing so?

Song Youji simply waved his hand and stopped insisting.

He turned to look at Eunuch Qiu behind him and said, "Take out the imperial edict I drafted earlier and read it out according to its meaning!"

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Eunuch Qiu nodded and turned around to take out the imperial edict that had been prepared long ago.

"It is destined to be blessed by heaven, the emperor decreed..."

Hearing such a familiar opening statement, the ministers who had spoken out of turn before broke out in cold sweat!

It turned out that Song Youji had already prepared the specific content of the reward.

The so-called title of king was just a spur-of-the-moment decision!

Or maybe, it was just to test everyone!

As this thought came to mind, everyone felt a chill in their hearts.

Could it be that Song Youji wanted to take this opportunity to expose those who opposed him in the court?

If that's the case, then wouldn't everyone who spoke out against it just now be considered a thorn in Song Youji's side?

How will His Majesty treat me in the future?

Just thinking about it makes everyone feel terrified.

In the crowd, even Song Yuan felt a little nervous and touched his chin.

Could it be that... the news that I asked Ye Xuan to spread has reached the ears of this cheap old man?

It was just one day.

This cheap old man in front of me can find out all the little things like this.

How many of Song Youji's spies are hiding in the entire imperial city?

Just thinking about it is daunting.

"Grand Prince, I receive your order!"

While Song Yuan was still thinking, he suddenly heard the voice of Eunuch Qiu.

It turned out that the contents of the imperial edict had already been read out, but Song Yuan was still in a daze, so how could he have cared about receiving the edict?

"Thank you, Father!"

Facing the urging gaze of Eunuch Qiu, Song Yuan finally came to his senses, bowed his head and accepted the order, then thanked Song Youji.

After returning to the crowd, Song Yuan opened the imperial edict and checked the previous content.

Ten thousand taels of gold and thousands of acres of fertile land!

All the gifts added together are worth nearly 20,000 taels of gold!

If converted into silver, it would be a full two hundred thousand taels!

Piled together, it looks like a mountain of silver, which is definitely enough to support Song Yuan's future recruitment!

This cheap guy is really not bad!

Nodding, Song Yuan praised in his heart and made up his mind that he didn't have to keep a low profile all the time. He would definitely show himself when it was time to do so.

The more rewards like this, the better.

If you can come here a few more times, becoming rich and prosperous will be within your reach!

"The reward issue has come to an end. Next, I would like to discuss the barbarians with everyone!"

Song Youji glanced at Song Yuan in the crowd, turned around, and mentioned the word "barbarian" again.

The original purpose of the high priest Buma leading the team was to ask for food. Winter was approaching, and with enough food, the nomadic people on the grassland could maintain their physical strength and not die from the cold.

This matter is tantamount to an open conspiracy!

The barbarians were clearly telling the Qin Dynasty that if you are willing to give it to me, you can live comfortably this winter.

Of course you don't have to give it to me.

Then I'll grab it!

The Qin Dynasty attacked the barbarians many times, harassed the border and burned and killed people, many of which were due to this reason.

In order to avoid tragedy, the outcome of this matter was determined from the very beginning!

Now Song Youji brought the matter to the court in order to make up for the losses of the Qin Dynasty as much as possible.

I can give you food, but you barbarians should also give me some benefits, right?

Even if Daqin ends up losing money, at least it can save face!

"Father, I believe that this grain loan can serve as an opportunity to establish trade with the barbarians!"

Faced with such a topic, many princes stepped forward at this moment and expressed their own opinions, just to grab the limelight.

Including the third brother Song Qi, everyone rushed to get in.

In contrast, Song Yuan was hiding in the crowd with the imperial edict in his hand, grinning and laughing secretly.

You guys just talk about your things, I won’t interfere with food matters!

Anyone with a discerning eye could see that the suggestions given by the princes were merely icing on the cake. To put it bluntly, this time Great Qin had no way of avoiding being blackmailed by the barbarians!

So-called trade, so-called exchange.

In the end, it will definitely not be equal to what Daqin has paid!

Doing so is just deceiving the superiors and the subordinates, at least to make the people feel that there is still hope for the Qin Dynasty!

"Forget it, let's just do as you say for now!"

At the end of the discussion, Song Youji stood up and raised his hands to put an end to the matter.

but.

He didn't ask Song Yuan's opinion from beginning to end!

Many people noticed this detail, especially the third prince Song Qi, who had a smile on his face.

Not asking Song Yuan... means that in Song Youji's eyes, Song Yuan's opinion is not important at all!

Before, all the princes expressed their opinions, and Song Youji listened patiently. But he treated Song Yuan so coldly. Isn't it the same as kicking him out of the range of heirs?

Song Yuan could naturally appreciate the details that others could see.

However, the so-called crown prince was not what he wanted at all!

So what if he becomes the crown prince?

If you have no money and no one, you can only watch helplessly. One day you might be killed and become a stepping stone for others' success.

Rather than being a cowardly prince, how could it be more glorious to be a powerful official?

When I go to the north and make it an iron plate, what will happen even if a new emperor ascends the throne?

What can you do to me?

First ask the hundreds of thousands of soldiers under my command if they are willing!

In such a subtle atmosphere, Song Youji spoke again and confirmed the wedding date of Song Yuan and Situ Jing.

Let’s set it at the end of the month for now!

By then, if everything goes well, the barbarians should have left. Without these conspicuous bags, the wedding will be a grand occasion.

And according to Song Youji's idea, the imperial court will pay for the wedding.

Song Yuan smiled happily, thinking that this was a very generous offer!

"Your Highness, Your Highness, wait a minute!"

After the morning court was over, Song Yuan whistled, with a frivolous look on his face, and was the first to walk past the crowd and out of the Golden Palace.

He was in a very good mood at the moment, and felt that even the sunlight in the sky had a sense of freedom!

However, he didn't expect that just as he stepped over the threshold, the voice of Eunuch Qiu came.

Looking back, I saw the other person approaching me with an anxious look on his face.

"Your Highness, His Majesty asked me to tell you that from today on, don't forget to attend court on time!"

No, go to court on time?

I'm here just to show up and get my reward, just to go through the motions.

Now, just with one word from you, you want me to check in every day?

All the good feelings I had towards Song Youji before disappeared at this moment.

Song Yuan's face was gloomy and he nodded.

I accepted the reality very reluctantly!

Early eight people, early eight souls!

Even time travel can’t save the poor people!

So what if I have a father who is an emperor?

What’s the difference between having to go to court and having meetings at work before?