The Prodigal Son

The next day, Qin Yu was once again forced to attend the court assembly.

Standing in the imperial court, Qin Yu sighed repeatedly.

If nothing unexpected happens, we should be discussing the talks with Yanguo today.

In other words, his good days are about to come to an end, and he will probably have to set off for Dingzhou soon.

Sigh, these leisurely days are shorter than I imagined.

"Hajime, Hajime!"

As Shangguan Youyi's voice rang out, today's court assembly officially began.

Zhao Luan raised his eyes and surveyed his ministers: "Our dynasty is on the verge of war with the Northern Qi. I intend to appoint Marquis Wuning, Qin Yu, as a special envoy to Dingzhou to hold talks with the Yan state on the border between our two countries, ensuring that Yan and our dynasty continue to maintain peaceful relations! What do you all think?"

"Your Majesty is wise!"

The ministers were in complete unison and spoke in unison.

Many ministers in the court had already guessed this in advance.

If we want to negotiate with the Yan Kingdom, only Qin Yu can go!

There was nothing he could do; he was just closer to Yan Li.

Yan Li is now the Crown Prince of Yan!

If he doesn't go, who will?

Looking across the entire court, there was no one more suitable than him.

The ministers' reaction was exactly what Qin Yu and Zhao Luan had anticipated.

The ministers could not possibly object, nor did they have any reason to object.

Zhao Luan paused for a moment, then continued, "I've been thinking about this for the past two days. Qin Yu is still young, and he's bound to be impulsive or lack thorough consideration at times. I'd like to appoint a more composed deputy envoy. What do you, my esteemed ministers, think is the most suitable candidate?"

Upon hearing Zhao Luan's words, the assembled officials couldn't help but ponder them silently.

Deputy envoy?

Being a deputy envoy is no easy task.

After Qin Yu finishes this matter, he will definitely go to Zhenzhou to fight.

If this matter is handled well, the deputy envoy will naturally reap some credit as well.

But if this matter is not handled well, Qin Yu may get away with nothing, while the deputy envoy will have to take the blame!

After a moment's thought, Gao Yi suggested, "This old minister recommends Song Xian!"

"reason!"

Zhao Luan asked casually.

Gao Yi smiled and said, "Firstly, Song Xian participated in the entire negotiation with Chu, so he has experience in this area and knows Yan Li, so they have some connection. Secondly, Song Xian inherited the mantle of Prime Minister Song, and he is a steady and reliable person, not to mention his talent."

"I second that proposal!"

Su Yu immediately agreed: "Lord Song and Marquis Qin have worked together before, so working together on this matter again will allow them to cooperate even better."

"Song Xian is indeed more suitable." Du Zhiwen nodded in agreement.

Zhao Luan lowered her head and pondered for a moment, then her gaze fell on Song Xian. "What does Lord Song think?"

Song Xian bowed deeply: "It is my duty to share the burdens of Your Majesty and the court!"

"Alright, then you'll be the deputy envoy!"

Zhao Luan made a quick decision, "After the court assembly, you, Qin Yu, and the six ministers will all stay behind to discuss the meeting arrangements in detail!"

"yes!"

The matter was quickly settled.

Qin Yu glanced at Gao Yi sideways, secretly amused.

Gao Yi's recommendation of Song Xian, while reasonable, may not have been without the intention of eliminating dissidents.

Everyone knows that Song Zhuo was Zhao Luan's mentor. After Song Zhuo's death, Zhao Luan will definitely give Song Xian an important position.

His recommendation of Song Xian was tantamount to temporarily removing Song Xian from the court.

With this, he has lost another potential enemy in the court.

Afterwards, Zhao Luan discussed with his ministers matters concerning troop deployment and the transportation of provisions.

The task of troop deployment naturally fell to the Ministry of War.

As expected, the task of supplying provisions and logistics fell to Gao Yi, with Minister of Works Feng Shinan assisting him.

After all matters were discussed, Zhao Luan planned to conclude the day's court assembly.

"Your Majesty, I wish to impeach Marquis Qin Yu of Wuning!"

Just then, Gao Yi suddenly jumped out.

Gao Yi's sudden impeachment left Qin Yu somewhat bewildered.

Impeach himself?

What is he impeaching?

This guy is insane!

He's about to go to Dingzhou himself, so what's the point of impeaching him?

What's wrong? He doesn't want to do this himself, and wants Gao Dan to do it instead?

Faced with Gao Yi's sudden impeachment, many ministers in the court were at a loss.

What is Gao Yi up to?

He had agreed when Zhao Luan suggested that Qin Yu go to negotiate with the Yan Kingdom!

In the blink of an eye, why is he impeaching Qin Yu again?

"May I ask, Prime Minister, how have I neglected my duties or acted arrogantly because of your favor?"

Qin Yu looked at Gao Yi with great curiosity.

There was no annoyance, just pure curiosity.

He really wanted to know what this old guy was up to!

Gao Yi did not answer Qin Yu, but instead addressed Zhao Luan, saying, "Yesterday, His Majesty ordered Qin Yu to select capable talents at the Confucian Temple and Academy, but Qin Yu made outrageous remarks and humiliated all the students there! He then provoked them with words, forcing them to run more than twenty miles, causing many to faint..."

Hearing Gao Yi's words, many ministers looked speechless.

Many ministers have heard about this matter.

Qin Yu's actions were definitely inappropriate.

However, Qin Yu is now ordered to go and negotiate with the Yan Kingdom!

Gao Yi's idea of ​​impeaching Qin Yu on this basis is a bit of a pipe dream, isn't it?

He was, after all, a prime minister!

Are you really that naive?

What exactly is this old fox up to?

Zhao Luan watched the two perform quietly, a hint of amusement on her face.

Qin Yu almost laughed at Gao Yi. "I say, Prime Minister Gao, are you just bored? Is such a trivial matter worth you, the prime minister, personally impeaching me?"

In his view, Gao Yi was a typical example of someone who had nothing better to do!

Even if he uses this to impeach me, I can just order someone to do it for me.

He even impeached him personally?

The court has so many things to deal with lately, isn't he busy enough?

Gao Yi's face darkened, and he looked sharply at Qin Yu: "Does Marquis Qin think this is a trivial matter?"

"Saying you're making a mountain out of a molehill is too lenient!"

Qin Yu shook his head slightly and said seriously, "I think you're just looking for trouble, desperately trying to get his attention in front of His Majesty!"

This isn't a big deal or a small deal; it's incredibly degrading!

Gao Yi narrowed his eyes and questioned sharply, "Lord Qin, haven't you realized your problem yet?"

"What's wrong with me?"

Qin Yu glared at Gao Yi with displeasure. "Prime Minister Gao, if you're so bored, go lick a chamber pot instead of stirring up trouble here!"

"Ha ha……"

As Qin Yu finished speaking, Xue Chengdao and several other ministers who were at odds with Gao Yi couldn't help but burst into laughter, secretly giving Qin Yu a thumbs up in their hearts.

Well said!

That's the kind of thing you should yell at!

Shangguan Youyi, standing next to Zhao Luan, quietly turned her head away, trying hard to suppress her laughter.

Qin Yu's mouth is really asking for trouble!

"you……"

Qin Yu's words immediately rendered Gao Yi speechless with anger.

"What do you mean, 'you'?"

Qin Yu glared at Gao Yi, his eyes wide, "Don't think you can do whatever you want just because you're mentally challenged!"

Just because he's not angry doesn't mean he won't retaliate!

Besides, Gao Yi deliberately asked for trouble; if I don't give him a piece of my mind, he'll probably feel uncomfortable...