The Prodigal Son

Shi Hong's turtling tactics were successful.

After searching the area around Yuechi, Qin Yu could no longer find anywhere to plunder.

Left with no other choice, Qin Yu had to completely become a good person.

The Ning army, which was supposed to be invading the Chu state, was instead doing good deeds all day long around Yuechi.

Punishing the wicked and eliminating evil, opening granaries to distribute grain, treating the sick and sick...

They'd do anything, even help an old lady cross the street!

After a while, they actually developed a close relationship with the Chu people, becoming like one family.

Just two days ago, in order to put further pressure on the State of Chu, Guo Su led 20,000 troops across the Qujiang River via a pontoon bridge and marched rapidly to Yuechi.

It was said to be 20,000 troops, but in reality it consisted of 10,000 Ning soldiers and 10,000 surrendered Min soldiers.

However, that's not important.

As long as we can put pressure on the Chu army, that's fine!

That day, Qin Yu was practicing martial arts with Qi Dachui at the prefectural governor's mansion in Yuechi when he suddenly heard a loud laugh.

"Qin Yu, Grandpa's here to save you! Haha..."

Upon hearing this voice, Qin Yu, who was sparring with Qi Dachui, suddenly stopped.

This……

It sounds like that grandson of Lü Si's voice!

What the hell!

Did you develop auditory hallucinations from practicing martial arts?

Qin Yu was secretly suspicious, and then cast a questioning look at Qi Dachui, "Dachui, did you hear anything?"

Qi Dachui picked at his ear. "It sounds like that bastard Lü Si's voice."

Did he hear it too?

Then it's not a hallucination!

Why did that grandson of a Lu Si come here?

Filled with curiosity, Qin Yu and Qi Dachui immediately headed towards the front yard.

Before they even reached the front yard, they saw Song Xian, Lü Si, and Ruan Zhi walking towards them with Xu Wan and Nan Que'er.

Ruan Zhi was also holding an imperial edict in his hand.

Upon seeing Qin Yu, Lü Si burst into laughter again: "Qin Yu, Grandpa's here to save you! Aren't you going to thank Grandpa?"

"Go to hell!"

Qin Yu cursed irritably, then looked at Song Xian with a puzzled expression: "Why are you all here?"

It's understandable that Ruan Zhilai would come to deliver the imperial decree.

What are Song Xian and Lü Silai doing here?

No sooner had Qin Yu finished speaking than Lü Si shouted in a pretentious tone, "Qin Yu, please answer..."

"What business is it of yours? You dare to impersonate a holy envoy in person?"

Ruan Zhi bulged his eyes and kicked Lü Si in the butt.

Upon seeing this, Qin Yu was taken aback, and then, a burning desire for gossip ignited in his eyes.

Ruan Zhi is now a holy envoy!

Moreover, she's not a tigress like Yun Ying.

It seems rather abnormal that she kicked Lü Si like that, disregarding her image as a holy envoy!

After being kicked by Ruan Zhi, Lü Si reluctantly retreated to the side, still glaring at Ruan Zhi from behind.

Qin Yu temporarily suppressed his gossipy nature and was about to step forward to receive the imperial decree when Ruan Zhi quickly stepped forward to stop him. "His Majesty said that Qin Langzhong's contributions in the battle against Min Kingdom were immense, and therefore Qin Langzhong is granted the privilege of not having to kneel to receive the imperial decree!"

Oh?

Is this for real?

Has the female tyrant had a change of heart, or is she just giving herself a little treat in advance?

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Qin Yu bowed slightly towards the imperial edict.

Although there is no need to kneel to receive the imperial edict, the formalities still need to be done.

Ruan Zhi smiled and slowly unfolded the imperial edict: "His Majesty decrees: I have agreed to negotiate with the State of Chu, with Qin Yu as the chief negotiator and Song Xian and Lü Si as deputy negotiators..."

Upon hearing the contents of the imperial edict, Qin Yu's gaze suddenly fell on Lü Si.

How did this guy become a deputy negotiating envoy?

Are you sure he's not just here to make up the numbers?

The way they used the back door couldn't be more obvious!

"Your humble servant accepts the imperial decree and expresses his gratitude!"

After Ruan Zhi finished reading the imperial edict, Qin Yu bowed, took the edict, and glanced at it. Then he looked sideways at Lü Si and said, "What the hell are you doing here?"

Lu Si grinned slyly. "I told you, I'm here to save you!"

"Help me?"

Qin Yu looked completely bewildered.

"right!"

Lu Si said matter-of-factly, "Look, you're caught in the middle of the Chu army. If we hadn't come with the imperial decree for negotiations, you would have been defeated by the Chu army long ago! Tell me, isn't this saving you?"

"Go to hell!"

Qin Yu was speechless for a moment.

I've seen people pat themselves on the back, but I've never seen anyone pat themselves on the back like this.

Why doesn't he mention that when Lü Siyi announced his name, the Chu army was so frightened that they dared not move?

It's been a while since I last saw him, and this bastard's shamelessness has skyrocketed!

"Alright, let's get down to business!"

Song Xian ignored Lü Si and focused his gaze on Qin Yu. "After we passed Yinzhou, we were escorted here by the Chu army. We have already met with Xi Ya, the Chu army's negotiating envoy! He asked us to tell you that he will bring his men to Yuechi tomorrow to begin negotiations with us."

"So fast?"

Qin Yu's lips curled into a smile. "It seems the Chu Kingdom is eager for us to withdraw our troops?"

Yes, the more anxious the State of Chu is, the better!

The more anxious the State of Chu is, the more benefits they can gain at the negotiating table.

Song Xian nodded and smiled, "His Majesty also hopes that we can complete the negotiations as soon as possible so that the court can focus all its efforts on dealing with the affairs of the Min Kingdom."

"I don't have much experience!"

Qin Yu smacked his lips. "How about you take charge of the negotiations, and I'll be your assistant?"

"No, no!"

Song Xian shook his head repeatedly, "His Majesty specifically requested that you be the chief negotiator!"

Why?

Qin Yu was puzzled.

"His Majesty said that you are both greedy and shameless, so you are the perfect person to lead the negotiations."

Lu Si took over the conversation with a mocking expression.

"Get lost!"

Qin Yu raised his leg as if to kick.

Ruan Zhi suppressed a laugh and said with a strange expression, "Well, His Majesty really did say that."

"..."

Upon hearing this, Qin Yu's face immediately darkened.

Seeing Qin Yu's expression, Xu Wan and Nan Que'er couldn't help but chuckle.

Qin Yuxiong and the two women exchanged a glance, then Qin Yuxiong pointed at Lü Si and asked Song Xian, "How did he become the deputy envoy for negotiations? Did you expect him to engage in a war of words with the Chu envoy?"

"Aren't you just asking a question you already know the answer to?"

Song Xian smiled helplessly.

What else could it be?

Isn't it just to let Lü Si come along to train and get some experience?

If possible, he wouldn't want to bring Lü Si along!

He was almost driven crazy by Lü Si along the way!

"What are you saying?"

Lu Si glared at the two men with displeasure. "I may not be good at fighting, but I can't be good at negotiating? Isn't it just about talking to people? Anyone can talk!"

"You're amazing! You're the best!"

Qin Yu rolled his eyes at Lü Si, "Then tell me, who is the Chu envoy in charge of negotiating with us?"

"this……"

Lu Si's face stiffened, and he instantly fell silent.

All he knew was that the old man's name was Xi Ya; no one else told him anything else!

Seeing Lü Si's discomfiture, Song Xian couldn't help but chuckle to himself.

It still takes Qin Yu to deal with Lü Si!

Song Xian chuckled inwardly and said, "Let's find a place to sit down and talk!"

"Alright!"

Qin Yu nodded, then asked Ruan Zhi, "Does His Majesty have any other instructions?"

"there is none left."

Ruan Zhi gently shook her head. "Her Majesty only said that she believes Physician Qin can secure more benefits for our Great Ning!"

Ha ha!

When it comes to putting in the effort, they really know how to talk nicely.

Qin Yu secretly curled his lip, then instructed Xu Wan and Nan Que'er, "We'll talk about something first, you two show Ruan Zhi around!"

"good!"

The two women nodded and smiled, then left with Ruan Zhi.

After watching the three women leave, Lü Si immediately approached Qin Yu and asked in a sly tone, "Have you hooked up with Xu Wan?"

"Can't you fucking talk? What do you mean by 'flirting'?"

Qin Yu looked at Lü Si with displeasure, "I'm curious, have you gotten involved with Ruan Zhi?"