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"Pork Knuckle?" He had long since lost his taste for it. He no longer enjoyed any dish in the palace; nowadays, he only liked the Small Tavern, the food there, and the people.
Qi Xiaomian dutifully supported Xuande Emperor, casually responding to the emperor's feigned concern. In front of Xuande Emperor, he finished three large bowls of rice and a big Pork Knuckle. It was a bit greasy and filling.
The court officials were still on their way home, discussing this matter in small groups. Mingze shamelessly took a seat in Shi Yun's carriage again.
Shi Yun glared at him. "Didn't I tell you to keep your distance? Can't you understand human language?"
Hmph, so fierce, yet just a paper tiger. Mingze insisted on sitting side by side with Shi Yun, feeling the space shrink a little. He nudged Shi Yun with his hip, signaling him to move over. Once comfortable, he said, "Such a big deal; it's normal for the Left Chancellor to discuss it deeply."
Shi Yun was at a loss for how to deal with him. "Just say what you need to say."
What else could it be but the matter of Consort? Ten cities, ha, tempting indeed.
"Are you tempted?" Mingze nodded eagerly.
"So you agree to let Yongxin Marquis become Consort?"
Mingze shook his head vigorously. "He has now become the number one person on my list; how could I send him away?"
"What I mean is, can we find another person?"
"Can another person still be worth ten cities?"
"Let's talk about it; let's give it a try. Who knows, we might succeed."
"Daydreaming!"
Mingze knew he was being unrealistic, but he was truly hungry for it. He forced himself to suppress his fantasies and said seriously, "The expression on His Majesty's face today clearly shows he is tempted. Yongxin Marquis is quite clever; he feigned weakness and grievance, stirring up that bit of affection in His Majesty's heart."
But this could only buy some time. Among the officials in court, not to mention the opposing faction, even some neutrals were clearly tempted.
"Fools!" Shi Yun cursed. "I don't even need to ask; I know exactly what those officials are thinking. They believe that after Yongxin Marquis becomes Dayu's consort, he will overlook past grievances and relay Dayu's intelligence, stir up Dayu's court, and even directly seize Dayu's military power—betraying them all."
Everyone overestimated Yongxin Marquis's loyalty.
Sold out by the very country they protected, how many people can still remain loyal?
Cities are easy to acquire, but great generals are hard to come by. Even if ten cities are handed over, what does it matter? After a few years, they might be taken back. Who knows, perhaps the Yongxin Marquis himself might take action to reclaim them.
You mentioned that; what do you think the chances are for the Consort matter to succeed?
Not high, I would even say very slim. The Yongxin Marquis is not someone who obediently follows orders. Behind him are Miss Sang and the Qi Family Head, neither of whom are easy opponents. Their connections are intricate and complex. Just considering Miss Sang, her mysterious Spell could easily make the Emperor regret his decisions if she were to use it even slightly against him.
More importantly, I feel that Dayu's commitment to this matter is not firm. It seems like they are merely throwing out bait to toy with us.
But is it just for amusement? Perhaps there’s also an element of provocation. Just wait; the truth will eventually reveal itself.
In the following days, Dayu Group persistently requested meetings, eager to solidify this matter, while the two key figures involved acted as if nothing was amiss.
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