The Prodigal Son

After hearing Shangguan Youyi's words, Qin Yu couldn't help but sigh.

Come on!

This old fox!

Why are there so many twists and turns to such a simple matter?

That's why people say that those who play politics are all corrupt.

These people are truly cunning from head to toe!

"You don't need to worry about Prime Minister Gao. As long as I'm here, he can't cause any trouble!"

Zhao Luan stood up, walked to the huge map, and stared intently at it. "Right now, all you need to consider is how to deceive the Yan Kingdom and cause its situation to deteriorate rapidly in a very short time!"

"Don't worry, I've already thought that through!"

Qin Yu's lips curled into a smile as he followed Zhao Luan to the map. "Not only do we want to rapidly worsen the situation in Yan, but we also want to make a hefty profit from Yan!"

"Oh?"

Zhao Luan's eyes lit up. "What are you planning to do?"

"Keep it a secret!"

Qin Yu gave a mysterious smile. "Just wait for my good news!"

"OK!"

Zhao Luan didn't dwell on that matter, but instead asked, "Why did you choose people that way? What were your criteria for selecting them?"

Qin Yu smiled and told Zhao Luan his criteria for selecting and employing people.

Upon hearing Qin Yu's words, both Zhao Luan and Shangguan Youyi showed surprise.

You know what, it actually makes some sense!

Zhao Luan looked at Qin Yu with a smile, "You always manage to come up with something new for me!"

Although she didn't know those people, she believed that the people Qin Yu had selected would be easier to use!

Qin Yu's lips curled into a wicked smile. "I have many tricks up my sleeve! Would Your Majesty like to give them a try?"

Zhao Luan, embarrassed and annoyed, elbowed him lightly, then quickly changed the subject, "By the way, when you go to Dingzhou, Lü Si will go with you!"

Qin Yu had originally intended to discuss this matter with Zhao Luan as well.

Since Zhao Luan brought it up, he followed suit, saying, "You should persuade the Empress Dowager! I'm going to war, what would Lü Si be doing going with me? What if something happens to him? How can I explain it to the Empress Dowager?"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Luan rolled her eyes at him: "Do you think Lü Si is going to fight with you?"

Qin Yu was taken aback.

Wasn't Lü Si going to fight?

Are they going on vacation?

Even if he wanted to help Lü Si get credit, he should at least symbolically participate in the battle, right?

Qin Yu pondered silently for a moment, then tentatively asked, "It doesn't mean he'll go training like the others, does it?"

"That's roughly the idea!"

Zhao Luan nodded and smiled, "He does call me Imperial Sister after all. If he can be trained, then let's train him! Besides, I've been thinking, having you take Lü Si with you will make people less suspicious of your purpose for this trip."

Qin Yu was surprised.

Lü Si had this other function?

Qin Yu immediately began to ponder Zhao Luan's words.

A moment later, a look of understanding appeared on Qin Yu's face.

Everyone in the court knew that Lü Si was not cut out to lead troops into battle.

If he were to bring Lü Si along, those people would be even more convinced that they were going to negotiate with the Yan state, and that Lü Si was just along to gain some credit for the negotiations.

Having figured this out, Qin Yu immediately smiled. "Then take him! After all, I'm his brother-in-law."

Since that's been said, what's the point of resisting?

Just take it with you!

Moreover, he also planned to bring Zhu Songlan and the others along.

One more Lü Si is not much, and one less Lü Si is not little.

Anyway, he's starting to find Lü Si more agreeable now.

With Lü Si following along, bragging and joking, it wasn't so boring.

Have some shame!

Zhao Luan glared at him shyly, "By the way, those people from the Shi family, you and Lü Si will oversee their execution!"

Qin Yu was slightly surprised. "You're going to kill the Shi family? Aren't you going to torture them a bit more?"

"We've had enough of this torture; there's no point in torturing them any further."

Zhao Luan sighed softly, "Let's settle this matter as soon as possible, so that the wounds in Mother's heart won't be constantly torn apart by them."

"That's true."

Qin Yu nodded in deep agreement, "I'm too lazy to get involved in this matter. Let's leave it to Lü Si and his son! It's perfect, isn't his father the Minister of Justice? This is something his father should handle."

In his eyes, the Shi family members were already dead!

He will be heading to Dingzhou soon.

Instead of spending time overseeing executions, you might as well stay home and have some intimate time with Luo Qingyi.

"Alright!"

Zhao Luan didn't press the matter. "Then make arrangements for your family, and set off for Dingzhou first thing the day after tomorrow! Half a month later, the Ministry of War will transfer the Wudang Flying Army to Dingzhou under the pretext of a troop rotation!"

"OK!"

Qin Yu agreed, then wrapped his arm around Zhao Luan's waist, "Then I will keep Your Majesty company today!"

"Does the Emperor care?"

Zhao Luan gave a disdainful snort, "Go back and settle things at home first. I'll host a farewell banquet for you in the palace tomorrow night!"

Also!

I probably won't be back until next year!

It's been so long since I left, and I really need to make some proper arrangements for things at home.

However, things need to be arranged at home, so this also needs to be arranged!

The next moment, Qin Yu suddenly lowered his head and kissed Zhao Luan's lips fiercely.

Zhao Luan offered only a token resistance before opening her mouth and letting Qin Yu's tongue explore her neck, responding to him willingly.

Some things can really be addictive.

Upon seeing this, Shangguan Youyi immediately and silently turned away...

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When Qin Yu returned to his residence, he discovered that Xu Wan had also come to the Qin family.

It's obvious that Xu Wan knew he was about to leave for Dingzhou soon.

"I heard His Majesty has ordered you to go to Dingzhou to negotiate with the Yan Kingdom?"

As expected, Xu Wan asked as soon as Qin Yu entered the room.

"Um."

Qin Yu nodded slightly, "The time has been set, we'll set off first thing the day after tomorrow."

As Qin Yu finished speaking, Luo Qingyi's face immediately darkened.

Although she knew about this yesterday, she still couldn't help feeling a little reluctant when it was actually confirmed.

He's only been back for less than a month, and now he has to leave again.

Qin Yu noticed Luo Qingyi's expression, and a smile quietly flashed across his face.

He's taking Luo Qingyi with him this time!

He still needs to do some business with the State of Yan!

Bringing Luo Qingyi along will also allow her to make the most of her strengths!

Moreover, if bringing Lü Si along can avoid arousing some suspicion, wouldn't bringing her along be even better at avoiding this?

Yes, that's it!

Qin Yu found a perfectly reasonable excuse for himself.

Never mind, I won't tell her yet!

I'll surprise her later!

"Alright, alright! Let's not talk about this anymore!"

Qin Yu clapped his hands. "It's rare for the three of you to be all together. Let's eat first, then have a good look around the capital! I haven't splurgeed in ages, I need to go on a shopping spree!"

Xu Wan had some things to do and instinctively wanted to refuse.

But she stopped herself from saying it.

After a moment's thought, Xu Wan changed her mind and said with a smile, "Alright! Anyway, the money's yours! Since you want to splurge, we'll go along and get some of your money!"

"What do you mean, 'yours' or 'mine'!"

Qin Yu laughed heartily, "Those are ours!"

Hearing Qin Yu's words, the three women simultaneously rolled their eyes at him...