Xuanzhou Prime Minister's Mansion.
There is an uproar among the people now, how could Yao Tingyu not receive the news.
After going to court today, he went out in casual clothes and wandered around the market. It can be said that he heard all about the engagement of the two kings.
At the moment, he was frowning and said a little angrily: "This Yan Ming comes as soon as he comes, and talks all the way, for fear that others will not know. This matter must be the instruction of King Qin, and the purpose is obvious. Now, the engagement of the two kings has affected the world. Everyone knows that there is no possibility of Xuan Guo regretting his marriage in the future!"
"Alas." The counselor of the prime minister's office sighed and said: "I shouldn't have agreed to the engagement policy in the first place. No one expected that the Qin State would come to do this. It's also my fault, Mr. Wang Su's advice."
"Okay, what's the use of talking about this now? Let's think about how to deal with the next thing." Yao Tingyu was very irritable. After speaking, he asked: "By the way, where did Yan Ming go?"
"We will arrive at Xuandu in two or three days. Can the Prime Minister pick me up?" the counselor said tentatively.
"There's nothing you can do, go and prepare." Yao Tingyu said helplessly.
"Yes, I will go and make arrangements right away." The counselor bowed and excused himself.
On the Qin side, after consultation with the prime minister's office, they wanted to make the matter grand and make it clear to everyone in the world. Yao Tingyu had no way to deal with it. As the prime minister, he was responsible for handling it and treated him with courtesy. Yan Ming.
Not long after the counselor left, the steward of the Prime Minister's Mansion also walked over, saluted and said: "Master, Mr. Fu Qingyi, I am bringing a man to see you."
Fu Qingyi was a resolute opponent like him. Yao Tingyu said casually without thinking too much: "Let them in."
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Not long after, Fu Qingyi was ushered into the living room by the housekeeper. Next to him was a middle-aged man who looked like a businessman.
"Master Xiangguo." After the two people came in, they bowed down and bowed deeply.
"Master Fu, there is no need to be polite." Yao Tingyu said, and subconsciously looked at the businessman next to him, slightly puzzled: "This is..."
"Ah, please let me introduce you. This is Qian Zhong, shopkeeper Qian, a businessman from Chu State." Fu Qingyi said bluntly without daring to hide anything.
"Merchant from Chu State?" Yao Tingyu was slightly startled and glanced at Fu Qingyi calmly. The Prime Minister's Mansion is such an important place. Without Fu Qingyi's leadership, it is certainly impossible for a businessman to meet the Prime Minister just by asking.
Qian Zhong smiled and held up his hands and said: "I have admired the name of the Prime Minister for a long time, and today I take the liberty to ask for an audience. This small gift is not respectful, but I hope the Prime Minister will accept it."
As he spoke, he also took out an exquisite brocade box and placed his hands respectfully on the table aside.
Yao Tingyu has no interest in knowing what is inside the brocade box. As the prime minister of a country, his rights are unquestionable. He is also the leader of a large gentry clan. With his status, he has never seen anything. If he really wants to be greedy, he can be greedy for money. Silver is like a mountain.
So, with only a brief glance, he said: "Shopkeeper Qian is in some trouble, do you need help from me?"
He said this just for the sake of Fu Qingyi's face. After all, he was a guest brought by his colleagues, so he couldn't just chase him away.
"This..." Qian Zhongze hesitated for a moment, and then looked at each other with Fu Qingyi.
The latter nodded slightly, indicating that he could speak.
Qian Zhong then organized his speech and said: "To be honest, Mr. Xiangguo, I have come here to discuss important matters. The matter of the Qin Dynasty announcing the engagement is actually extremely ridiculous. If it becomes a foregone conclusion, Xuanguo, who is dignified and governed by benevolence and etiquette, will , isn’t it going to be merged into the barbaric Qin, and then the foundation of the Lu family’s royal family is going to be destroyed in one fell swoop!”
He knew very well what to say to Yao Tingyu and what not to say.
Sure enough, when the latter heard this, his face suddenly changed slightly, and his voice became colder and said, "What exactly do you want to say."
Qian Zhong said: "As the prime minister and assistant, leading hundreds of officials, the Prime Minister will not sit back and watch the destruction of the Xuan Kingdom. Now, King Hui is determined to go his own way, regardless of the safety of the country, and wants to marry the King of Qin. Doesn't the Prime Minister have any plans?"
At this point, he also looked at Yao Tingyu's face, trying to understand his words, and then got to the point: "I believe that as long as the foundation of the Xuanguo is in the hands of the Lu family, it is legitimate and legitimate. Instead of this, it is better to establish another Mingjun. ."
"What did you say!?" Even Yao Tingyu's eyes widened and he stood up suddenly, a look of shock flashed in his eyes.
Seeing this, Fu Qingyi hurriedly said: "Xiangguo, please be patient and calm down. Maybe we can listen to what shopkeeper Qian has to offer."
The corners of Yao Tingyu's eyes twitched. After taking a deep breath, there was no attack, but he slowly sat back down.
Qian Zhong continued: "Having said this, I will say it bluntly. I am the secret envoy of the King of Chu. To put it simply, my king does not want to see this happen. This is a great harm to King Xuan and to the Chu State. , which is also not a good thing.”
"Therefore, my king is willing to lend a helping hand to Xiangguo, depose King Hui, and establish a new king."
"For example, the seventh son of your country is the youngest son of the late king. He is talented, he is also the orthodox member of the royal family, and it is just right for him to inherit the royal family. As long as the prime minister mobilizes the power of the court and the power of the nobles, and then our country assists from behind the scenes, this will happen, and After this is accomplished, the Prime Minister should be the first contributor to the country's support."
"When the Seventh Young Master takes the throne, he must also respect the Prime Minister as his father-in-law, and declare the relationship between Chu and Chu, so that they can be friends forever."
His words were very pleasant. He did not say anything about plotting to rebel against Yao Tingyu, but he sounded like he was thinking about Xuan Guo at all times.
After he finished speaking, Yao Tingyu still did not speak, but narrowed his old eyes and glanced at Fu Qingyi.
The latter immediately bowed slightly and said in deep thought: "Well... I think what Shopkeeper Qian said is not unreasonable..."
"Okay." Yao Tingyu raised his hand slightly and interrupted him in a calm voice. He looked at Qian Zhong again and said with a smile: "I have understood what your Excellency said, but this matter cannot be decided in a few words. Still need to think about it."
After saying that, he waved his hand and said calmly: "You go down first. If necessary, I will let Mr. Fu inform you."
Hearing this, Qian Zhong immediately beamed with joy and quickly bowed his hands and said, "Yes, I will be waiting for you at any time and will be at the disposal of the Prime Minister."
After saying that, he also took a few steps back respectfully, then straightened up, saluted again and retreated.
After he left, Yao Tingyu's expression immediately changed. He stood up directly, pointed at Fu Qingyi, and said sternly: "Confused!"
"Ah?" The latter was startled and said hurriedly: "Prime Minister, please calm down and listen to your teachings."
Yao Tingyu looked like he hated iron and said: "What a sage, Your Majesty! It's just that this matter is tied up in the personal affairs of your children! We can find ways to stop it, but we must not collude with the Chu State. Do you understand it or not?"
"But..." Fu Qingyi wanted to say something else.
Yao Tingyu shouted again: "You and I are both ministers of the Xuan Kingdom. We can make other plans for the sake of the country, but we must not betray the king! Don't go looking for the Seventh Young Master! Otherwise, no one can save you!"
"This, this." Fu Qingyi's face had changed, becoming ugly and filled with deep fear.
"Go quickly! Secretly arrest Chu Guo Xizuo!" Yao Tingyu glared at him again.
"Ah, yes, yes..." Fu Qingyi came to her senses and couldn't help but wipe the cold sweat from her forehead.
