Mother, I have returned to the throne.

What reward do I want?

I want military power, will you give it to me?

Song Yuan felt disdainful in his heart. He thought Song Youji was very generous, but in fact he had no choice at all.

Want soldiers?

By then, you will definitely be accused of treason!

Want money?

I don't need anything now. I really don't care about things that cost hundreds of thousands or even hundreds of thousands. If it's more, I may not give you the bargain in front of me!

After much deliberation, Song Yuan decided to be magnanimous.

We don't want anything, just a reputation, right?

Song Yuan scratched the back of his head and pretended to be dull.

"Father, I really haven't thought about the problem you mentioned. At the beginning, I only wanted to suppress the barbarians. As for the reward... I think it's better to forget it."

"never mind?"

Song Youji glared at me and said, "Just forget it, but how will others look at me?"

My son has made great contributions, but I, as a father, don't even pull out a hair from him.

Won't you be criticized by others by then?

You are such a cunning guy. I guess you can’t think of what you want, so you push this problem to me?

Song Youji was secretly angry. This time he really wronged Song Yuan.

However, Song Youji was very satisfied with his eldest son's humility.

Think about it, he couldn’t even afford a brush from childhood to adulthood.

No, reward!

Must be rewarded!

It’s heartbreaking just thinking about it.

During the time of deep thought, Song Youji had already made up his mind.

"Song Yuan, I know what you're thinking. You're afraid that what you want won't be suitable and will put me in a difficult position, right?"

"But don't underestimate my generosity. This time, I'm going to give you a surprise!"

"I have made up my mind. This time I will grant you the right to recruit soldiers privately. What do you think?"

Dad, you are really my dad!

Song Yuan's face lit up with joy, and he almost knelt down to Song Youji on the spot.

Why were you so worried about retaliation before?

It’s because he has no one under him, and more importantly, he doesn’t dare to recruit people in a high-profile manner!

Even if it depends on moving, you will gain a lot.

In the end, he only recruited Huo Jianchuan and three others.

That's it.

It was always brought up as an issue, and just the acquisition of a blacksmith shop caused a lot of trouble.

But if he had the right to recruit soldiers, he could do so in a high-profile manner.

Who would dare to say a word at that time?

What’s more crucial is that, although the quota of the government soldiers is fixed, all their equipment is issued by the imperial court!

The military armor and weapons together amount to a considerable number.

At least with Song Yuan's current financial situation, he can't afford it at all!

It is no exaggeration to say that with Song Youji's reward, Song Yuan suddenly became the most untouchable person in the imperial city!

With the government troops in hand, the world is mine.

What third prince, what prime minister?

Do you dare to try again?

"Your Majesty, isn't this a bit too much of a reward?"

Even General Zhao, who was standing by, was stunned for a long time, and then he immediately advised Song Youji.

"Your Majesty, the power to recruit auxiliary troops was previously reserved for the prince and the crown prince. If you simply give it to the eldest prince, it will inevitably lead to criticism!"

"Let's talk about it. If anyone feels dissatisfied, come and talk to me. I want to see if there is anyone in this imperial city who dares to teach me how to do things."

Song Youji waved his hand domineeringly, then looked straight at Song Yuan.

"Are you satisfied with this reward?"

Song Yuan had come to his senses at this moment and was secretly hesitant.

Does this old fox really want to reward me, or does he want to use this as an excuse to test my feelings?

If I agreed, he wouldn't have any doubts.

Trying to deal with me?

After much hesitation, Song Yuan still felt that he shouldn't be too direct.

"Father... I don't know how to lead an army. Even if I recruit palace soldiers, I'm afraid there will be trouble. What if I provoke someone? How will it end?"

"I don't think you're afraid of provoking anyone, but what others will say about you, right?"

Song Youji said with a smile, his eyes seemed to be able to see through people's hearts.

"Aren't you just afraid that others will accuse you of rebellion? Aren't you afraid that I'll be misled and believe such rumors?"

"Don't you like to bet? Then I'll make a bet with you today!"

"One thousand men... I allow you to recruit one thousand palace soldiers. This number will not be too intimidating to others. If you can really use these one thousand men to successfully rebel, it will be considered your ability!"

"By then, even if you drive me off the throne, I will accept it. How do you think?"

Old fox.

Just a thousand people and you still say you're rebelling?

There are a total of five thousand royal guards around you alone.

One against five.

How could there be so many masters in this world?

but.

It is impossible to rebel with just a thousand people, but if it comes to self-protection, it is definitely more than enough.

Just like before, Song Yuan was wary of the powerful prime minister.

With these thousand people, why should we be afraid?

If you dare to mess with me, I will outnumber you!

At least it is enough to ensure your own safety before leaving the imperial city and heading to the border!

However, Song Yuan naturally could not respond at this juncture.

Even if he had already tacitly agreed to this matter, he could only bow his head and remain silent, waiting for Song Youji's next words.

"As for leading the troops, you kid, you are not good at fighting in the mansion, do you really think I can't see it?"

"Huo Jianchuan, if I remember correctly, this should be your name, right?"

"As the commander of the Tiger Guards, commanding a thousand men is easy for you, not to mention you have two assistants beside you. Song Yuan, you don't trust your own men that much, do you?"

Song Youji was halfway through his words when he turned to look outside the door.

At this moment, Huo Jianchuan and the two people beside him were waiting here. When they heard Song Youji call their names, they hurriedly bowed and greeted them.

"See Your Majesty!"

Huo Jianchuan was extremely frightened when the other party called out his name.

After all, the emperor of all ages is high and mighty. I didn’t expect that a small figure like me could catch his eye.

Song Youji nodded secretly and asked softly.

"You three were all prominent generals in the Tiger Guards. Why are you so disillusioned with the imperial court that you no longer intend to serve the Qin?"

"Slave dare not!"

"Forget it. Ultimately, it's my Great Qin who has wronged you. Since you've followed Song Yuan, then do your job well. Now that I've thoroughly investigated the military corruption, I'm giving you a response. I just hope you don't blame the Great Qin. This is all my personal negligence!"

Song Youji sighed when he said this.

Those old soldiers' beddings will always be a knot in his heart.

Then Song Youji turned around without waiting for the three people to respond and gave instructions to General Zhao behind him.

"Tomorrow, the Ministry of War must deliver the armor and weapons of the 1,000 palace soldiers to Song Yuan's residence in advance. I leave this matter to you!"

After he finished speaking, he slowly stood up and walked straight out the door.

General Zhao hurriedly accompanied the two of them all the way to the gate of the mansion.

As he stepped over the threshold, Song Youji said something without even looking back.

"Why did I give you the palace soldiers? You can figure it out slowly!"

"Rebellion? What a joke! If you're really capable, then come on!"