With a million soldiers, the empress begged me not to rebel

"But, my lord, if you could become the emperor's husband, you would reach the pinnacle of your career in one step!"

"Ascending to heaven? Isn't it good for me to be a local emperor in Shannan Prefecture?"

"Free and unrestrained, do whatever you want!"

"There are so many rules in the palace, I can't stand them!"

As Lu Yan spoke, he grabbed a handful of melon seeds and started cracking them.

"But……"

Li Kui wanted to say something but was interrupted by Lu Yan.

"Don't say but, just roast the chicken! I'm starving!"

Li Kui shook his head helplessly and continued plucking the chicken feathers.

"Sir, there is a girl outside who wants to see you. She says she is your old friend."

The voice of the yamen runner broke the slightly lazy atmosphere in the government office.

Lu Yan was sitting with his legs crossed, leisurely gnawing on the chicken leg that Li Kui had just roasted.

Hearing this, he almost choked on the chicken bone.

"Old friend? Did you tell me your name?"

"Your Excellency, that girl said her last name was Chen."

"Chen?"

Lu Yan put down the toothpick in his hand and frowned slightly.

He couldn't remember any old friends named Chen for a moment.

Which brothel girl is this?

He waved his hand, signaling the bailiff to bring the person in.

But I was thinking, if she's pretty, then it wouldn't be a problem...

"Sir, look at your eyes. Are you starting to get distracted again?"

Li Kui was making faces and grinning mischievously.

"Get lost! I'm thinking about national affairs!"

Lu Yan glared at him.

"Hurry up and clean up your roast chicken before it fumes the guests!"

Li Kui curled his lips and muttered:

"National affairs? I think it's a woman's affair..."

At this moment, the shrewd businessman he had worked with suddenly appeared in Lu Yan's mind. Could it be her?

He felt something in his heart and quickly stood up.

While tidying up his slightly messy official uniform, he gave instructions to Li Kui.

"Xiao Kui, hurry up and bring me my new official uniform!"

"Also, brew the best Longjing tea!"

Li Kui was bewildered. "Sir, are you... going on a blind date?"

Lu Yan slapped Li Kui on the back of the head.

"Fuck you! Go now!"

Before he finished speaking, he saw a woman in gorgeous clothes from afar.

She has a noble temperament and a stunning appearance.

Although the clothes were different, Lu Yan recognized him at a glance because of the pair of cunning eyes.

"Miss Chen, how are you?"

Lu Yan saluted with a hint of surprise on his face, but he muttered to himself in his heart:

This woman is not easy to deal with. I wonder what trouble she will cause this time.

Chen Qingwan smiled slightly, but thought to herself:

You crooked official, you act really well!

His face remained calm.

"Master Lu, long time no see. I hope you are well."

After a few greetings, Lu Yan welcomed Chen Qingwan into the government office.

The host and guest sat down, and Lu Yan was just about to ask the purpose of their visit.

Chen Qingwan took the lead and said:

"Master Lu's merchandise is selling very well in the capital. I came here this time to give you my share of the profits."

As she spoke, she clapped her hands, and the guards behind her carried up two heavy boxes.

When the box was opened, it was filled with silver.

Lu Yan's eyes widened when he saw the huge pile of silver. This woman is really generous!

However, his expression remained calm.

"Miss Chen is too polite. It's just a small amount of money. Why bother to come here in person?"

Chen Qingwan smiled slightly.

"Master Lu, you are joking. This is not a small amount of money. This is what Master Lu deserves."

"That would be disrespectful."

Lu Yan no longer refused and asked someone to accept the silver.

"By the way, I heard that Lord Lu had a great victory over Beixiang Kingdom. Congratulations!"

Chen Qingwan mentioned it casually.

"Haha, it was just luck, just luck."

Lu Yan was modest in words, but he was actually very happy in his heart. The news spread very quickly.

"Miss Chen, you're too kind. The Beixiang barbarians are just a bunch of rabble. It's not a fair victory, it's not a fair victory."

Chen Qingwan covered her mouth and chuckled, her eyes moving, as if a spring breeze was blowing across Lu Yan's heart.

"Lord Lu is too modest. I have heard many rumors in the capital about your military prowess."

"The coordinated operation of musket battalions, cavalry battalions, and infantry battalions is simply unheard of. It is truly a fantastic idea and is truly admirable."

She paused and asked casually.

"I wonder how Lord Lu was able to train such an elite force?"

Lu Yan's eyes rolled. This woman asked such detailed questions. Could it be that she wanted to steal my skills?

He was reminded in his heart and laughed:

"No, no, they are just some country folk, practicing blindly. They can't compare to the mighty and majestic imperial guards of the capital."

Chen Qingwan seemed to see Lu Yan's vigilance and stopped asking questions. Instead, she changed the subject:

"By the way, I'd also like to congratulate Lord Lu on his promotion. It's only been a few months, and he's been promoted from county magistrate to prefect. He truly has a bright future."

"It is all thanks to Your Majesty's great blessing. I am ashamed to accept it."

He spoke politely, but in his heart he was wondering where this woman came from.

Chen Qingwan exchanged a few more pleasantries with Lu Yan.

The topic always revolved around Lu Yan's political achievements and military talents, and Lu Yan was praised to the point of feeling a little flattered.

Finally, Chen Qingwan finally revealed her true intentions and said mysteriously:

"Lord Lu, I'm here to discuss a big business deal with you."

"Big business?" Lu Yan raised his eyebrows and looked at her with interest.

"I wonder what business it is?"

What is this woman up to?

Chen Qingwan moved closer to Lu Yan, lowered her voice, and exhaled like orchid:

"I want to talk to you...about how to rebel!"

Lu Yan almost spit out a mouthful of tea.

His eyes widened, wondering if he had heard it wrong.

"Treason?"

He repeated it haltingly.

I feel like my brain isn't enough.

Chen Qingwan still maintained her mysterious smile, but her tone was extremely firm:

"Yes, it is treason."

Lu Yan was stunned. He never expected that this woman would say such a thing.

He looked around subconsciously.

Fortunately, that kid Li Kui was not there, otherwise there would have been a huge uproar.

Seeing Lu Yan's shocked expression, Chen Qingwan explained:

"Lord Lu, there's no need to panic. This isn't a spur-of-the-moment decision, but rather the result of careful consideration."

"The imperial court is now corrupt and the people are living in poverty. Only by overthrowing the tyranny can we restore order to the world."

Lu Yan looked at Chen Qingwan's serious expression and became even more confused.

Who is this woman?

Why did she want to rebel against me?

Doesn't she know that rebellion is a capital crime?

Chen Qingwan did not reveal her true identity.

Instead, he claimed to be an official in the court.

Lu Yan listened to Chen Qingwan's passionate speech.

I sneered in my heart, this woman is really good at making up stories.

However, he did not expose her immediately, but decided to play along.

Let’s see what she’s up to.