The Prodigal Son

"Satisfied, very satisfied!"

Empress Dowager Guo stared intently at the night sky and answered casually.

However, she regretted it as soon as she said it.

Empress Dowager Guo suddenly turned around and looked at Qin Yu angrily.

That bastard!

Ask yourself this question deliberately when you're lost in thought!

But now that he has publicly expressed his satisfaction, he can't take back what he just said!

"As long as the Empress Dowager is satisfied!"

Qin Yu chuckled and pointed outside, reminding Empress Dowager Guo, "Watch the fireworks, watch the fireworks..."

Oh yeah!

The robbery was successful!

Empress Dowager Guo gave Qin Yu a disapproving look before turning her head away again.

Watching the dazzling fireworks, Empress Dowager Guo gradually felt relieved.

That's it!

I'm really happy with this gift!

Moreover, he never intended for a thousand miles of brocade to be paved and for ten thousand restaurants to celebrate together.

I almost thought I was going to lose face today.

This kid not only saved my face today, but also gave me a good reputation.

It would be a bit unreasonable for me to punish him again!

The only downside was that his plan to undermine Zhao Luan's prestige had failed.

Forget it, forget it!

So be it!

This result is not ideal, but it's not bad either!

Everyone can accept it!

It can be considered a happy ending for everyone, though!

The fireworks were still going off, and everyone was completely absorbed in them.

Finally, the last firework faded away.

However, everyone kept staring at the night sky, seemingly waiting for the next firework to bloom.

Unfortunately, they waited and waited, but it never came.

Only then did everyone gradually come to their senses.

"That's... all?"

Empress Dowager Guo looked at Qin Yu with lingering interest.

She was sixty years old, yet her face showed the delicate beauty of a young girl.

"That's all."

Qin Yu nodded slightly, "Just to make these fireworks, the kid poured his heart and soul into it, neglecting sleep and meals, every day..."

"Alright! My word is law. Since you said you're satisfied with the gift, I won't punish you!"

Empress Dowager Guo interrupted Qin Yu, who was about to start praising Qin Yu again, "Luan'er, Qin Yu organized this birthday banquet very well. I am very satisfied. You must reward him handsomely later!"

"Your daughter obeys."

Zhao Luan smiled and agreed, but secretly she was worried.

Now, what reason should we find to lock this bastard up?

This bastard is always causing trouble everywhere. I really can't rest easy if I don't lock him up!

Hearing the conversation between the mother and daughter, the officials who had been waiting to watch the spectacle were immediately disappointed.

Ugh!

There's absolutely no hope of getting anything from the Empress Dowager!

We can only rely on the Empress!

At tomorrow's court assembly, we will impeach Qin Yu for abusing his gold medal to forcibly borrow silver!

The Empress must teach him a lesson!

He should be given at least several dozen lashes!

Otherwise, they simply couldn't swallow this insult!

Lu Si was extremely depressed.

That bastard fooled me again!

Why is it so hard to see this bastard get his comeuppance?

I'm so angry!

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Qin Yu chuckled and turned to look at Lü Si.

Seeing Qin Yu's smug look, Lü Si almost ground his teeth to powder, and secretly complained about the Empress Dowager in his heart.

Never seen the world before!

It's just a broken thing...

Um, what's this called again? I wasn't paying attention.

Yeah, it's just junk anyway!

All that Qin Yu made was junk!

Empress Dowager?

This piece of junk has you completely bewitched?

We agreed to teach that bastard Qin Yu a lesson, but before we even got started, you betrayed us?

What kind of mess is this?!

"Young Master Qin, what did you call this thing again?"

At this moment, Yu Jing asked with a smile.

"fireworks."

Qin Yu answered.

"Fireworks... What a nice name."

Yu Jing smiled approvingly, "I wonder if Young Master Qin could teach me how to make this?"

Teach you?

You think you can eat shit?!

Fireworks are a small matter, but gunpowder is a big one!

Qin Yu cursed inwardly, when suddenly he felt a sharp gaze.

Looking up, he saw Zhao Luan staring at him with a warning look.

Clearly, Zhao Luan didn't want him to teach Yu Jing how to make fireworks.

That makes things even easier!

Qin Yu felt reassured, but his face showed reluctance. "I promised the person who taught me how to make this that I would never reveal its method! Although I, Qin Yu, am a playboy, I always keep my word! Even Lü Si, who has always been at odds with me, can attest to that!"

As he spoke, Qin Yu pointed at Lü Si.

Lu Si smirked, cursing Qin Yu for being shameless.

Why did you drag me into this?

However, Lü Si still understood the underlying meaning in Qin Yu's words.

This bastard is clearly referring to their gentleman's agreement!

Lu Si cursed "dog Qin Yu" in his heart again before gritting his teeth and saying, "Although Qin Yu is ignorant, greedy, lustful, and shameless, he is indeed a man of his word!"

"Likewise, likewise!"

Qin Yu looked at Lü Si with a smile.

This guy's resentment towards himself is a tiny bit stronger than a billion!

Luckily, he himself is an ignorant and incompetent person, otherwise he could have talked for half an hour just about his own shortcomings.

"I see!"

Yu Jing smiled disappointedly, "In that case, let's just forget about it!"

He also wanted to learn how to make these fireworks so he could personally set them off for Zhao Luan!

Empress Dowager Guo was in a good mood and said with a smile, "Alright, the fireworks have been watched, and the banquet has begun. Please take your seats!"

Following Empress Dowager Guo's instructions, the palace maids and eunuchs immediately began arranging for the guests to take their seats.

Lu Si glared at Qin Yu with resentment, walked past him, and muttered, "We'll see!"

Qin Yu remained silent.

Is this kid crazy?

We'll be sitting together later!

You can make threats after you're seated!

Speaking of making threats, the last time I heard something like that was when I was in elementary school!

Don't leave after school!

They achieve the same effect through different means!

As expected, Qin Yu sat with Lü Si at the banquet.

Looking at Qin Yu sitting next to him, Lü Si felt extremely uncomfortable.

That bastard!

It's like a stubborn plaster, you can't shake it off!

Lu Si cursed inwardly and simply turned his face away.

However, Qin Yu unconsciously leaned closer and whispered, "Tell me, are you still seeing Luo Qingyuan?"

"What's it to you?"

Lu Si retorted, displeased.

"Just asking."

Qin Yu chuckled, "Seriously, you and Luo Qingyuan are a perfect match. I suggest you strike while the iron is hot and get engaged to Luo Qingyuan as soon as possible!"

"It's none of your business!"

Lu Si gave an unpleasant reply and turned his face away again.

In fact, he and Luo Qingyuan are still in contact.

But he knew that his father would never let him marry Luo Qingyuan.

Ugh!

That bastard Qin Yu is going to die!

The Luo family is in a bit of trouble now.

If Qin Yu lives for a hundred years, does that mean the Luo family owes him money for a hundred years?

Pooh!

What are you thinking about!

Qin Yu, that bastard, can live for a hundred years? God must be blind!

While Lü Si was lost in thought, the banquet officially began.

The dinner dishes weren't as elaborate as those at lunch, but they were still quite plentiful.

During the banquet, Zhao Luan was distracted, constantly thinking of an excuse to lock Qin Yu up.

After the banquet ended, everyone left.

Just as Qin Yu was about to leave with Qin Fumeng, Yun Ying approached and bowed, saying, "His Majesty has instructed that the Duke of Wei bring his young master to the court assembly tomorrow!"