Mother, I have returned to the throne.

As Lin Fu analyzed the situation, everyone gradually realized the seriousness of the situation.

For a moment, everyone's eyes fell on Song Qi, quietly waiting for the prince's response!

But what no one expected was that at such a critical moment, Song Jiji fell ill, and there was a hint of hesitation in his eyes.

After all, I am still afraid that I will not be able to escape punishment!

"What you said before was true, but I'm still a little worried. What if my father holds me responsible for the poor escort? How will I escape then?"

"Your Highness, please remember this: looking ahead and behind is not what a real man does!"

Lin Fu frowned slightly and warned, "Think carefully about this. His Majesty may punish you for this matter, but even if he does, what good will it do? The worst that can happen is probably not depriving you of your position as Crown Prince!"

"But if the truth were to come out and laid before everyone, I'm afraid even His Majesty would be forced to throw all the dirty water on you, right?"

"Your Highness, please consider this carefully. Tens of thousands of lives are at stake. By then, not to mention the throne, even your own life might be in jeopardy. I'm afraid it will be a struggle!"

The current situation is very clear. Everyone is forcing Song Qi to make a choice in a short period of time!

Otherwise, all previous efforts will be reduced to ashes.

Otherwise, you will be punished by His Majesty!

Although there seem to be two choices, in fact, Song Qi has already been forced into a desperate situation.

Who would want to die if they are a normal person?

It can only be said that Song Youji's actions this time were really unexpected. No one had expected that he would secretly contact Song Yuan to this extent!

Moreover, according to Song Youji's previous temper, he would definitely want to see Wei alive no matter what!

I don’t know what he was thinking this time, but he actually changed his original idea.

For a moment, even Prime Minister Lin Fu felt a little confused about Song Youji's tactics!

Is the man sitting on the dragon throne making this choice because he is concerned about Song Qi's status or because he is considering Song Yuan?

If it is the former, it may not be a bad thing for Song Qi!

But if it is the latter, it would be bad for the prince!

……

But it was only three days.

As Song Qi made his choice, the imperial edict from Song Youji finally reached Zhenbei Guanzhong!

This time, what surprised Song Yuan was that the person who delivered the decree was actually the eunuch Zheng who had been following Song Youji for a long time!

As an ordinary person, Eunuch Zheng rarely had the opportunity to step out of the palace on weekdays. The long journey made his bones almost fall apart!

However, thinking of His Majesty's urging, Eunuch Zheng had no time to rest after entering Zhenbei Pass. Instead, he found Song Yuan as soon as possible to convey His Majesty's will!

"The Emperor has decreed that the eldest prince of Jiafeng is appointed the Great General of the Nation and the Military Governor of the Frontier. He has also been granted a military token. With this token, he will be able to command the soldiers on the frontier. From today on, all matters on the frontier, big or small, will be under the responsibility of the eldest prince..."

According to the imperial edict, Song Youji not only agreed to Song Yuan's previous request, but also allowed Song Yuan to take full control of the entire Zhenbei Army!

Not only that, Song Youji also agreed to Song Yuan's previous request, allowing Song Qi to set off from the imperial city and also bring along many of Song Yuan's generals' families!

Now, the prince is personally escorting the grain and grass, and it will probably not take long to reach Guanzhong in the north!

In addition, Han Xin, who was previously responsible for protecting His Majesty's safety, was also left at the border by His Majesty!

According to the imperial edict, after Song Yuan truly recaptures the three border cities and completely establishes the unification of the territory, Han Xin will be allowed to return!

Song Yuan listened from beginning to end, and when Eunuch Zheng's voice gradually fell, a look of surprise appeared on his face.

Even before the imperial edict was read out, Song Yuan had never imagined that his father would actually recognize his identity and even give him a lot of rewards for it!

Especially among the official positions awarded to Song Yuan, the three words "Jiedushi" are particularly important!

This was originally an official position in the previous dynasty. Since Song Youji ascended the throne, the so-called Jiedushi has been completely abolished!

In this way, Song Yuan has become the only prince in the Qin Dynasty to be conferred the title of prince!

In addition, he is the only Jiedushi among all officials!

With such a reward, Song Yuan's previous behavior became justified.

From today on, I'm afraid no one will dare to say that Song Yuan is a traitor. Otherwise, it would be tantamount to frame-up and slander!

For a moment, facing such abnormality, Song Yuan couldn't help but frown slightly.

Did the Duke of Wei secretly say something to his father, or did his cheap father finally figure it out?

After just a moment's hesitation, Song Yuan had already accepted this outcome. After all, in his opinion, the evolution of things to this point was already the best result.

At the same time, this is also the most decent way to get along with each other. My original worries completely disappeared at this moment.

With the enthronement in the imperial edict, at least he wouldn't have to worry about whether he would come to blows with his father one day.

"Your Highness, besides the imperial edict, there is also a letter here. It was handed to me personally by His Majesty when I left the Imperial City!"

Just as Song Yuan nodded to accept the imperial edict, Eunuch Zheng suddenly bent down and took out an envelope from his arms.

While explaining, he handed it to Song Yuan!

"Thank you so much, Eunuch Zheng! You've worked so hard all the way and now you've finally arrived at the border. Could you please give me a chance to show your hospitality?"

Sensing Eunuch Zheng's good intentions, Song Yuan immediately invited him. However, in response to this, Eunuch Zheng smiled and gently waved his hand.

"I appreciate your kindness, Your Highness. However, when I left the Imperial City, His Majesty repeatedly warned me not to delay for too long!"

"Well, since Eunuch Zheng insists on leaving, I won't force you to stay. However, I have something here that I hope you can give to my father!"

Song Yuan clapped his hands lightly at the end of his speech, and the next second, someone presented the wooden box that had been prepared long ago!

Song Yuan placed the wooden box in Eunuch Zheng's hands with some solemnity, and then began to explain.

"Contained in here is the head of the Great Barbarian Prince, Tublai Khan! I believe that in the eyes of my father, having such a thing is enough to wash away the shame of a few years ago!"

"Also, please trouble Eunuch Zheng to tell my father that as his son, I thank him for his help this time!"

"I promise here that if my father never lets me down, I will never let him down in this life!"

At the end of his speech, Song Yuan's tone was clearly solemn. Rather than a message, it was more of a guarantee from Song Yuan's heart!