The Eighth Prince originally wanted to trap Yan Qi first in the court.
Unexpectedly, before Yan Qi could set a trap, he was beaten randomly by Yan Qi with a flurry of punches and was stunned.
When I went to Qilu to inquire about politics, the Eight Kings did not deal with the matter. They clearly destroyed all the evidence implicating themselves.
After being arrogant, he calmed people down and came back with peace of mind.
However, the confusing tax issue of 8 million taels has not been resolved.
He originally thought that it would be enough to make peace with the mud.
Yan Qi directly asked about tax issues.
The Eight Kings couldn't resist and had no choice but to agree.
But the question is, eight million taels of silver is too much. Where can you get it?
Some of this money has already been swallowed up by him.
A small amount of silver was divided among the officials below.
Bawang himself didn't want to vomit it out.
He wondered whether he should raise taxes and plunder the people's wealth and wealth?
This matter is being discussed...
Yan Qi smiled: "The Eighth Prince must not allow Qilu officials to increase the tax burden. I will let Yushi An send people from Yushijian to investigate this matter secretly. Once discovered, he will be severely punished."
The Eighth King was startled and said righteously: "I love my people like my own son, so why would I raise taxes? I have already taken care of this matter. Within ten days, eight million silver taels will definitely be transported to the capital."
Yan Qi burst out laughing, with a flattering look on his face: "Your Majesty is very capable. I feel relieved when I hear you say this. Your Majesty's abilities are really unreliable. I've only been there for a few days, and I got it done with eight million taels of silver." . If it were me, I wouldn’t be able to figure it out even after a year and a half. It’s amazing, the prince is really amazing.”
The Eighth Prince felt even more bitter when he heard Yan Qi's compliment.
If the tax increase fails, we will have to pay out of our own pockets.
no! no!
We have to ask officials like Qilu to shed some blood.
How can this king have so much blood to drain?
Divide equally.
This king took out four million taels.
Let those bastards also take out four million taels of silver.
That's only fair.
The Eight Kings secretly ached in their flesh.
When it came to the fat in his mouth, Yan Qisheng snatched it away again.
This guy is a bandit leader.
In order to prevent extraneous matters, the Eight Kings did not want to continue to dwell on the topic of Qilu's political affairs, so they hurriedly coughed a few times and changed the subject.
"Master Yan, I have some very important matters that I would like to ask you about."
Yan Qidao: "My lord, it doesn't matter if you say so."
The Eight Kings said: "The New Year is approaching, all things are revived and prosperous, and the people are united.
Le, this is the spring of my great glory. "
"So every year on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, envoys from subordinate countries will be sent to the capital to come to the capital to pay homage to the emperor and pay tribute to Dahua. In this way, they express their submission and respect to Dahua."
"Now the question is, have you thought about receiving foreign ambassadors?"
Yan Qi's eyes rolled rapidly: "Oh? Has the prince forgotten that the Eighth Prince has always been responsible for receiving foreign ambassadors?"
The Eight Kings said: "Yes, this king was originally responsible for this matter. Moreover, I have been responsible for it for more than ten years and achieved fruitful results."
"This year, I think you are doing well and want to give you a chance to perform. I will be kind to you and handle the work of receiving foreign ambassadors. This is a test and trust for you. You must not let down my love for you."
day!
Love me?
I believed in the ghost.
An ordinary person would definitely be very happy.
Receiving foreign ambassadors is a very honorable job.
If done well, you can also make friends with foreign heavyweight ministers.
This has a great impact on the spread of one's reputation.
Both reputation and popularity will increase like a rocket.
Yan Qi sneered at the task assigned to him by the Eight Kings.
What does it mean to trust me?
Is it a favor to me to entrust me with the task of receiving foreign ambassadors?
Brother Qi, the favor I need?
Besides, I am the Prime Minister, and I am in charge of the Ministry of Etiquette. It is my responsibility to receive foreign ambassadors.
Why should it be under the control of the Eight Kings?
In terms of military and diplomacy, Zhao Yulin is also responsible for me and is under my control. Does she have anything to do with the Eight Kings?
In short, if you are in charge of receiving ambassadors, you are just like a dog trying to catch a mouse, meddling in other people's business.
Yan Qi was very disdainful.
He had already decided that as soon as this new year was over, he would take over the job of receiving the ambassador.
Seventh Brother, I am the Prime Minister. It is my responsibility and authority to receive foreign ambassadors. Do you want the Eighth Prince to intervene?
Why are you so owed?
But unexpectedly, before Yan Qi asked for it, the Eighth Prince took the initiative to give himself the task of receiving foreign ambassadors.
This is abnormal.
According to normal logic, how could the Eight Kings be willing to hand over power?
You know, how many foreign ministers and ministers did the Eight Kings make friends with by taking the opportunity to receive foreign ambassadors?
This is the ability and connections of the Eight Kings.
Why can the Eight Kings maintain friendly relations with foreign countries?
?
When something happens to others, is he the first to know?
It is because of the special relationship of receiving foreign ambassadors.
Now, the Eight Kings actually gave up such an important job.
Say, is this normal?
When something goes wrong, there must be a monster.
Yan Qi sneered: Give me the power, but I don’t want it.
Yan Qi coughed lightly: "I appreciate your prince's kindness. However, I am still young and inexperienced, and receiving foreign ambassadors is a very important job. I am afraid I am not qualified for it. Your prince, please take back your order. This job is still important. It would be most appropriate for the prince to preside over it himself.”
"ah?"
The Eight Kings were completely confused.
Holy shit!
Yan Qi actually refused?
Pie from the sky, don't you want it?
Go crazy!
The Eight Kings were stunned for a long time before they finally recovered.
Damn it, if Yan Qi doesn't take the blame, how can he hack him?
The Eighth Prince planned to let Yan Qi take over the job of receiving foreign ambassadors, and then take the opportunity to trick him.
The delicious pie hides a sharp knife.
However, if Yan Qi doesn't pick up the fight, how can he be cheated?
The Eighth Prince patiently persuaded Yan Qi: "Master Yan, I am very optimistic about you. You are young, energetic, and very popular. I trust you very much."
"no."
Yan Qi once again refused: "I appreciate the Eighth Prince's kindness, but I don't have the ability. Just as I said, I won't do the porcelain work without diamonds. In my opinion, the prince should take the responsibility himself."
day!
The Eight Kings got another nail.
He no longer dared to speak to Yan Qi in a high-profile manner, almost as if he was begging Yan Qi.
"Master Yan must also know that my health is not as good as before, and my energy is not as strong. The work of receiving foreign ambassadors is very cumbersome. I am afraid that I will miss important events and affect the dignity of the country. Therefore, I want to have such an honor. I leave the work of feeling to you, and I hope I can take up this burden."
Yan Qi looked sincere: "Your Majesty, you must take care of your health, so that you can share the Emperor's worries! However, since the Eighth Prince is not in good health, he should not leave such an important job of receiving foreign ambassadors to me. I am so young and have no Experience, there is a high probability of screwing up.”
"So, I think that instead of forcing this task on me, Your Majesty, it is better to give it to Vice Minister Yang."
"Ah?" The Eighth Prince ducked.
"give it to me?"
Yang Ke's heart skipped a beat: It's none of my business.
Why bother with me?
