The Prodigal Son

Qin Yu did not deny that he did think Zhao Luan's methods were too ruthless.

However, he could understand.

No emperor wants to conquer a territory only to be plagued by constant rebellions and a continuous drain on the nation's strength.

Moreover, this is just the simplest and most direct method at the moment.

But situations are constantly changing!

Perhaps when we really get to that point, there will be a better way.

As for myself, I just need to follow my heart when I do things!

Hearing Qin Yu's words, Zhao Luan was slightly taken aback.

"It seems I've been too attached to appearances."

Zhao Luan smiled, feeling inexplicably relieved.

"Your Majesty didn't come out in the rain just because of this, did you?"

Qin Yu joked.

This is like a company boss telling his employees, "I don't want to be so strict, but I have no choice. I'm the boss, and I have to think about the company. Don't think I'm a bad boss just because I'm too strict."

If this is her method of managing people, then it's really lacking.

Of course, if she's confiding in him, that's another story.

However, he felt that the possibility was relatively small.

"What are you thinking about!"

Zhao Luan raised his leg as if to kick, "I just want to get thoroughly soaked in the rain. Rain can keep one's mind clear!"

"But getting caught in the rain can also make people sick."

Qin Yu smiled at Zhao Luan, "Your Majesty, why don't you stay out in the rain? If you fall ill, all the officials will surely say that I made Your Majesty sick."

Others may suffer the same fate as others, but they are able to share the same rain.

Did you think of me while you were getting rained on?

Why didn't you take me with you when you took a shower?

"I'm not that delicate!"

Zhao Luanqiong snorted lightly and changed the subject: "You must fight well on this expedition and strive to win the first merit! That way, when you return to the capital, I will grant you the privilege of not having to bow when entering the court, and the ministers in the court will not have so much objection."

"..."

Qin Yu was speechless. "Your Majesty, were you waiting for me here?"

Damn it!

Is this dog even necessary?

If I calculate it this way, wouldn't I be losing out big time?

"Who told you to run into me?"

A sly smile crept across Zhao Luan's rain-soaked face. "Anyway, you'll be leading the Wudang Flying Cavalry to Kaizhou in the next couple of days. Even if I grant you the privilege of not having to bow at court, you won't be able to enjoy it!"

"I……"

Qin Yu's face twitched violently, then he gave Zhao Luan a thumbs up, "Your Majesty knows how to do business!"

Check it out!

That's what you call a shrewd businessman!

Count the ball!

So be it!

As long as I can get the privilege of not having to bow when entering the court, that's fine!

As for the credit, we'll see!

I'm not some reincarnated war god, I can't just take the credit whenever I want.

"Isn't this all something I learned from you?"

Zhao Luan's smile deepened, and he joked, "I've discovered that you really are a lucky general; you always manage to solve some problems for me in unexpected ways."

Qin Yu chuckled and joked, "Then Your Majesty, please treat your lucky general better, and stop trying to fleece him all the time."

"What do you mean by 'wool-gathering'? That sounds awful!"

Zhao Luan deliberately put on a stern face, "This is because I value you!"

"..."

Qin Yu's lips twitched, and he couldn't help but recall the unscrupulous boss he had encountered during his summer job in his previous life.

The heavy rain continued to fall.

The rain showed no signs of abating.

Zhao Luan looked up at the pitch-black sky. "Alright, I won't say anything more! Go and bathe and change in the palace before you return!"

"No, no!"

Qin Yu smiled nonchalantly, "Anyway, with this heavy rain, even if you change into dry clothes and use an umbrella, you'll probably still get soaked! Your Majesty, please enjoy the rain. I'll take my leave now."

"Whatever you want!"

Zhao Luan waved gently.

Anyway, Qin Yu is a martial artist, and it's not winter, so he's unlikely to get sick from being caught in the rain.

Qin Yu bowed and took his leave.

However, after taking only two steps, Qin Yu suddenly stopped and turned to look at Zhao Luan.

"Is there anything else?"

Zhao Luan asked casually.

Qin Yu lowered his eyes and said softly, "I have something offensive to say, but I don't know if I should say it."

Zhao Luan didn't think much of it and casually said, "Speak! I forgive you!"

Qin Yu raised his eyes and glanced at Zhao Luan, a mischievous smile suddenly flashing across his face.

"Your Majesty has such a great figure! Especially after getting caught in the rain!"

As soon as Qin Yu finished speaking, without pausing for a moment, he activated Wolf's Roar and Flash.

Zhao Luan's face suddenly froze, staring blankly at Qin Yu, who was running in the rain, leaving afterimages.

What am I doing...?

Were you being teased?

It wasn't until Qin Yu's figure disappeared into the rain that Zhao Luan finally came to her senses.

"asshole!"

Zhao Luan stomped her foot in shame and indignation, splashing water, but her eyes were fixed on the direction where Qin Yu had disappeared. Suddenly, the image of her hanging Qin Yu from the roof beam and whipping him until he screamed flashed through her mind.

As she thought about it, a smile unconsciously appeared on Zhao Luan's face.

That bastard is incredibly audacious!

I used to just have a little lust.

Now, they're openly flirting with me!

Is he thinking that since he's leaving the capital, he won't be able to deal with him anymore?

Have they gotten bolder?

You just wait!

After this battle is over, see how I deal with you!

Zhao Luan clenched her fists, her teeth itching as she muttered to herself as she walked back.

……

Qin Yu was in high spirits after successfully flirting with the Empress to her face and making his escape.

When he returned home in his wet clothes, Luo Qingyi and Nan Que'er immediately pushed him into the bathtub.

However, just as he stripped naked and got into the bathtub, preparing to have the two women join him for a romantic bath, an untimely knock sounded at the door.

Who is it?

Qin Yu harbored a bit too much resentment.

Even bathing can't bring peace?

"Open the door right now, I have something to ask you!"

Qin Fumeng's impatient voice rang out from outside the door.

Upon hearing Qin Fumeng's voice, Luo Qingyi quickly opened the door and fled the scene with Nan Que'er.

Seeing the old man walk in, Qin Yu subconsciously covered his crotch and complained, "Couldn't you have waited until I've showered and changed before saying anything? Even if the sky were to fall, a little extra time wouldn't matter, would it?"

"Cover your mouth, my foot!"

Qin Fumeng glared at him amusedly, "Your little bean curd is so small, no one can see it if you don't cover it up."

"I……"

Qin Yu's face darkened, and he glared defiantly at Qin Fumeng with wide eyes. "Old man, you've really pushed me too far. I'm going to have a go at you!"

"Get lost!"

Qin Fumeng laughed and cursed, "I'm not in the mood to waste my breath on you, you beast! Tell me, what did His Majesty talk to you about?"

"What else is there to talk about? It's just about waging war against the Min Kingdom, isn't it?"

Qin Yu pursed his lips before telling the old man what he and Zhao Luan had discussed.

They didn't even miss the things they talked about in the rain.

However, he wasn't foolish enough to reveal that he had flirted with Zhao Luan.

"That's it?"

Qin Fumeng asked.

"That's all."

Qin Yu snorted, "We haven't been talking for very long, what else do you want me to talk about with His Majesty?"

Once he was sure there was nothing else, Qin Fumeng chuckled, patted Qin Yu's wet shoulder, and walked out with a sense of relief...