Qian Zhutong was suddenly shocked and broke into a cold sweat!
The fourth prince indeed still remembers it!
Yes, he was the one who won the bet, so how could he forget it so easily?
Qian Zhutong subconsciously turned his attention to Xu Rong.
As the Minister of War who has followed the General for many years, he has secretly done a lot of things for him while the General is away at war!
At such a critical moment of life and death, the general should not abandon himself like a worn-out shoe and ignore it!
However, when he saw the general lowering his head and frowning, not knowing what he was thinking about, Qian Zhutong's heart suddenly dropped.
Judging from the general's posture, it was obvious that he didn't care about his own life or death.
The only way right now is to save yourself!
The fourth prince just wants to prove that he is better than himself, is he more powerful than himself?
Since he wants face, then just give him face yourself!
Kneel down and save the official position, isn't that shabby!
Thinking of this, Qian Zhutong immediately softened his knees and knelt down towards Song Huan.
"The Fourth Prince has a lot of people, so don't be as knowledgeable as a humble minister!"
"Wei Chen made a bet with the fourth prince that day because he was upset about the intrusion of horse bandits in Liangzhou, so he acted like that."
"I was just confused for a moment. I hope the Fourth Prince can forgive me!"
Qian Zhutong apologized repeatedly and kowtowed to Song Huan several times.
Although his head hit the floor until stars popped out, Qian Zhutong did not dare to feel any resentment in his heart!
At this time, all the power of life and death rests in the hands of the fourth prince.
If he decided not to pursue him, wouldn't he be able to keep his hard-earned position as Minister of War?
Qian Zhutong took a chance. What if the fourth prince was in a good mood and decided to let him go?
As Qian Zhutong expected, the fourth prince did not refute, but just sighed lightly.
"Master Qian, Master Qian, of course I can understand that you were anxious that day, so you made such a bet with me out of desperation!"
"You are all the great ministers of Daliang, the pillars of the country who care about the common people!"
"It's not unforgivable to say something in a hurry."
Hearing this, Qian Zhutong couldn't help but feel overjoyed!
Could it be that he really guessed it right, that the fourth prince was in a good mood right now, so he decided to ignore the past grudges and call off the bet?
However, Song Huan suddenly changed the subject: "But!"
"If this bet is just made privately by Mr. Qian and this king, then there is nothing wrong with it no matter how it is dealt with."
"But Master Qian was so excited that day that he decided to make a bet with me in front of my father, and even invited my father to be a witness!"
"Master Qian will not forget this matter, right?"
Seeing Song Huan move Emperor Liang out, Qian Zhutong was heartbroken.
A bad premonition arises spontaneously!
But, the words I said that day were like water being poured out.
Qian Zhutong understood that if he denied it, he might be convicted of deceiving the emperor!
By that time, it would not only be his official position that would be lost.
Maybe, even his own head!
Thinking of this, Qian Zhutong could only cry and squeeze out a few words through his teeth: "Wei Chen has not forgotten it!"
"As long as you haven't forgotten."
Song Huan nodded with satisfaction.
"If I make a private bet with Mr. Qian, it doesn't matter what happens."
"However, if my father is asked to be a witness on this matter, it is related to my father's reputation!"
"I can be a person who goes back on my word, and Master Qian certainly has the opportunity to be shameless and ask for my forgiveness."
"But, as the emperor, my father naturally cannot tolerate sand in his eyes!"
"Father, do you think so?"
Emperor Liang was in high spirits at this moment, but when Song Huan suddenly mentioned it, he couldn't help but cursed in his heart.
You little bastard, why are you using yourself as a shield?
He cursed in his heart, but Emperor Liang still looked serious and said to Qian Zhutong: "Not bad!"
"Everything that happened that day is still vivid in my mind."
"A true man stands between heaven and earth and should govern the world with integrity!"
"I believe that if the one who wins the bet today is not the Fourth Prince but you, Qian Zhutong, I'm afraid you won't let the Fourth Prince off easily, right?"
Emperor Liang's words made Qian Zhutong speechless for a moment!
He understood that he could not keep his official position today no matter what!
Although he understood all this, he was still unwilling to accept it and turned his attention to the general for the last time.
That was his last life-saving straw. With the general's current status, as long as the general could say a few kind words for him, he might be able to change Emperor Liang's mind!
However, the general had an expression that seemed to have nothing to do with him.
In fact, he didn’t even take this as a big deal at all!
At this moment, Qian Zhutong was heartbroken.
He accepted his fate.
In the eyes of all the courtiers who were either shocked, mocked, or watching the excitement, Qian Zhutong slowly took off his official hat, bent down and knelt down, and kowtowed three times to Emperor Liang.
"The humble minister Qian Zhutong is willing to admit defeat and voluntarily abide by the bet and withdraw from the court from now on!"
After saying that, Qian Zhutong reluctantly left the Hall of Supreme Harmony.
His back was like a bereaved dog, dejected and full of grievances and unwillingness.
However, this is also the result of his own fault!
Song Huan glanced at Zi Xurong, who remained silent all the time.
Qian Zhutong was Xu Rong's loyal subordinate. Considering Xu Rong's violent temper, how could he resist not interceding for his follower?
However, seeing the coldness in Xu Rong's eyes, Song Huan understood everything instantly!
Qian Zhutong offended not only himself this time, but also Emperor Liang.
He is of no use to Xu Rong anymore.
How could Xu Rong go to such trouble to save a useless person?
Maybe, I can’t wait to get rid of it quickly!
Song Huan rolled his eyes and had an idea in his mind.
After Qian Zhutong left in despair, Emperor Liang was very happy and said: "I have said before that if the fourth prince is successful in suppressing the bandits, I will immediately make him the proud prince!"
"Now that the horse bandit rebellion has been quelled by the Shenji Camp, the Ministry of Rites can start preparing for the ceremony to crown the prince."
As soon as these words came out, all the courtiers gathered around Song Huan again to congratulate him.
"Congratulations to Prince Rong, congratulations to Prince Xirong!"
"Prince Rong is the first prince of the current dynasty! Such a great happy event really makes me feel happy from the bottom of my heart!"
Looking at the eager congratulatory faces around him, Song Huan felt extremely sarcastic.
More than a month ago, most people here regarded themselves as trash, saying that they were a puddle of mud that could not hold up the wall.
But who could have imagined that now, more than a month later, everyone would be gathered in front of him, congratulating him honestly or falsely on being named the first prince!
In this era where people are everywhere and people are pushing against the wall, Song Huan deeply understands a truth.
As long as you are strong enough, you will naturally have a steady stream of followers.
And Prince Rong is just the beginning!
However.
Among all the congratulations, an out of place voice emerged.
"Your Majesty, please postpone the matter of becoming a prince for a while longer!"
