Started from listening to music in the brothel and earned billions of bad people

"Your Highness, do you think you should ask the Corpse Ancestor to come with you?" Chun'er asked worriedly, her eyebrows furrowed tightly, her beautiful eyes filled with concern. In her heart, Li Xingyun's safety was more important than anything else.

Li Xingyun shook his head gently, his handsome face showing determination, and then he walked past Chun'er. However, just as they passed by, Li Xingyun's big hand suddenly became dishonest and pinched Chun'er fiercely.

"Hmm!" Chun'er was caught off guard and couldn't help but let out a muffled groan from her throat. Her delicate body trembled, and she tried her best to control herself, but her pink little face still turned red as a rosy cloud in an instant, as tempting as a ripe apple.

Chun'er was both shy and happy at this moment, but she didn't dare to say another word.

When Chun'er finally came to her senses and turned around to look again, she found that Li Xingyun had disappeared without a trace, not even a trace of him could be seen.

The atmosphere in the imperial study was solemn and dignified, with the carved beams and painted buildings revealing the royal majesty and dignity.

"Your son pays homage to the Emperor!" Li Xingyun walked into the imperial study with steady steps and respectfully saluted Li Qiankun, who was sitting on the dragon throne in a bright yellow dragon robe.

"No need to be polite." Li Qiankun raised his hand slightly, then slowly put down the memorial he was reviewing. He raised his head and looked at Li Xingyun with a gentle gaze. The corners of his mouth unconsciously raised, revealing a faint smile. This smile was like a spring breeze, making people feel extremely friendly.

At this moment, the entire imperial study was silent, with only the occasional sound of shuffling papers. This was the first time the two had met since the night of the Crown Prince's mutiny.

He was very satisfied with Li Xingyun's performance that night, and he wanted to reward him!

"Old Thirteen, you're about to go to Southern Xinjiang. Is there anything you need?" Li Qiankun asked with a smile and a friendly tone.

However, what surprised Li Xingyun was that the emperor did not seem to show much sadness or pain about the death of the prince, as if the bloody mutiny had never happened.

"Your Majesty, I have something I would like to ask for your permission." Li Xingyun bowed again.

"Tell me, do you want money or people? As long as it's not excessive, I agree." Li Qiankun was not surprised and asked calmly. The fiefdom of Southern Xinjiang was not peaceful.

"Neither." Li Xingyun looked at Li Qiankun and shook his head solemnly.

"Neither?" Li Qiankun was stunned.

"Don't you want to be a fan? Do you want to stay in Shenwu City?" The smile on Li Qiankun's face froze for a moment, his eyes became sharper, and then he immediately smiled again.

If Li Xingyun intends to stay in Shenwu City, then there is no need to think about his thoughts. He must be trying to seize the throne! Coveting the chair he sits on!

If this is the case, it means that Li Qiankun has made a mistake, which will make him very unhappy. He doesn't want things to get out of his control!

"No, I am willing to go to southern Xinjiang to relieve my father's burden!" Li Xingyun naturally felt the change in Li Qiankun just now, and couldn't help but smile bitterly in his heart.

It seems that this person has never considered succeeding to the throne himself!

"Then what do you want to ask me? Tell me." Li Qiankun did not make any promises at this moment, and looked at Li Xingyun with a smile on his face.

"Please... Your Majesty, reduce the power of the feudal lords!" Li Xingyun said with a serious face.

"Reduce the power of the feudal lords?" Li Qiankun was slightly stunned. He had not expected this answer.

"Tell me what you think." Li Qiankun had a blank expression on his face, tapping his fingers lightly on the table.

"Yes."

"I've investigated and found that of the fifteen states of the Shenwu Empire, ten have been sealed off, leaving only five states under the full control of the imperial court."

"If this goes on, the imperial court will probably weaken, and the foundation of the Li family will probably be unstable!" Li Xingyun had already thought about it. He didn't care whether Li Qiankun would suspect anything, as long as his goal was achieved.

Li Qiankun's attention will be distracted by other people, so he will go to southern Xinjiang to interfere with the intelligence transmitted back to Shenwu City. This time is enough for him to become stronger!

Li Qiankun stared at Li Xingyun with complicated eyes and talked to him. He knew the truth, but it sounded strange when it came out of Li Xingyun's mouth!

Is Li Xingyun loyal? It's possible, but he doesn't think loyalty alone is enough to stand against his own interests and propose to reduce the power of the feudal lords!

"How do you want to reduce the power of the feudal lords?" Li Qiankun continued to ask.

No matter what Li Xingyun thinks, he is the biggest vested interest, so he will support this matter!

"Enfeoffment Order!" Li Xingyun raised a barely perceptible smile at the corner of his mouth. This was his idea after careful consideration, but it was not enough!

Warriors generally have longer lifespans, and he can't wait that long!

Li Qiankun didn't say anything, just looked at him quietly, waiting for his explanation.

"The princes of fiefdoms do not have the right to confer titles. Father can grant them this right. All adult children can be granted titles and receive fiefdoms."

What Li Xingyun said was true. Even the King of Beiliang's little daughter, Liu Ruyan, was a commoner and had no title before. The same was true for the other princes' children. Except for the eldest son who could inherit the throne, the other princes had no rights!

"Just like you, father, conferring a title on a prince." Li Xingyun added. If he didn't say it out loud, Li Qiankun would understand.

"Old Thirteen, I have approved this matter. I am very pleased that you are so considerate of the country." Li Qiankun's eyes lit up and his expression softened as he listened to Li Xingyun's plan.

He had considered reducing the power of the vassal states before, mainly targeting the King of Beiliang, but it was quite difficult. The other party had not made any mistakes, so he couldn't force it.

But the Enfeoffment Order is different, and its effect is significant. At the same time, it can divert most of the conflicts and weaken the power of each prince!

"But this matter has had a significant impact on you. What compensation do you want?" Li Qiankun became more and more satisfied as he looked at his youngest son.

“Hehe…” Li Xingyun smiled and rubbed two fingers together.

Of course, we need those things. On the one hand, it can reassure the emperor, and on the other hand, it can strengthen our own power.

"What do you mean? Are you short of money?" Li Qiankun didn't understand the gesture, but he could guess the general idea.

"Yeah." Li Xingyun nodded repeatedly.

The expenses will increase when you go to southern Xinjiang, so the more money the better.

"Well, the silver in the southern border treasury has not been shipped back yet, so I'll give it all to you." Li Qiankun smiled and waved his hand.

Li Xingyun just wanted wealth and he could satisfy him, and he was very happy to satisfy him. Not only Li Xingyun, but any prince who just wanted money could be satisfied by him.

"Thank you, father!" Li Xingyun was overjoyed. There must be a lot of silver in the treasury of a state in southern Xinjiang, at least nearly 100 million taels of gold!

"Go away." Li Qiankun smiled and waved his hand.

"Ahem... Your son has one more thing I would like to ask for your permission, father." Li Xingyun did not leave, but coughed twice and showed a shy smile.

"You little brat, why don't you say everything you want to say at once?" Li Qiankun scolded with a smile, but there was no sign of unhappiness on his face.