Sheng Fu

The black unicorn and the white tiger paraded across the border and arrived at the sky of the imperial capital. This journey attracted countless gazes, like a stone dropped into a calm lake, spreading out dense ripples.

For a while, it caused a lot of discussion.

After entering the imperial capital, the black unicorn and the white tiger turned into two streams of light and disappeared from the sight of all living beings.

“There’s a dumpling restaurant.”

Yu Wenjun, holding the Royal Order in his hand, entered through the back door and entered a private room.

The elderly shopkeeper hurriedly served tea and water and prepared a table full of fruits and snacks.

"The dumplings will have to wait a while, so you two can enjoy some first." The old shopkeeper said with a smile on his face and bowed.

Yu Wenjun nodded slightly, and the old shopkeeper slowly retreated.

"It might be bad if there are too many discussions." Jing Peiyao said.

Yu Wenjun was slightly surprised and asked, "Why?"

Jing Peiyao said: "After the banquet tomorrow, many elders thought that you and I would not get along. Now, the situation that many people expected has been shattered."

"In fact, we should use their own tricks to see what kind of annoying things are hiding in the dark, and then kill them when the opportunity arises."

"In my impression, for many years, the people who hold real power are always the elderly."

"It's time for a change."

Yu Wenjun handed Jing Peiyao a green pear and smiled softly, "When your sword pierced through the Lingxiao monster, many old people had already reacted, and you and I made peace."

"But on the contrary, this time you and I swaggered through the border, which would make many people think that you and I were just pretending, and that our hearts were not in harmony, because the traces were too obvious."

"This is just my speculation. Who knows what those old guys are thinking."

"As for killing people, the time is not right yet. We have to wait until the major works of the northern relief program are completed before we can kill people. Killing people now may lead to domestic instability."

Upon hearing this, Jing Peiyao picked up the teacup and took a sip silently. It seemed a bit ironic that she was a woman, but her mind was not as delicate as the men around her.

Or is it that the scope of a woman's delicate thoughts is too narrow?

Although Jing Peiyao was reluctant to admit it, someone's overall view was indeed better than hers.

……

Imperial Palace, Imperial Study Room.

His Majesty the Human Emperor leaned lazily on the throne, and Qiu Qing stood outside the copywriting with his body slightly hunched.

"Actually, this is not a complicated matter. The soldiers of Hengchang won the battle and need some rewards. But I think I have to discuss with you what the rewards are." The Emperor said with a bit of boredom.

Qiu Qing said slowly: "Gold, silver and treasures, how about that?"

The Human Emperor said: "This is too superficial."

Qiu Qing thought for a while and said, "It's both superficial and practical."

"It's just that the person who awards the reward needs to be someone with prestige."

"His Royal Highness Prince Ping should have been the most suitable candidate, but he is in charge of trade with the spirit race and is too close to the White Deer Academy. If we order Prince Ping to go, people might think he is forming a clique for personal gain."

"Lord Kong Chong, the Minister of War, could be a suitable candidate."

When the Human Emperor heard this, he felt that there was some truth in it. He inexplicably remembered that Kong Chong had once fought with Yuwen Jun on the outskirts of the imperial capital and was struck by thunder by Yuwen Jun.

"That's it." The Human Emperor responded calmly.

Qiu Qing raised his head slightly and asked cautiously, "Your Majesty must have called me here for more than just this matter."

The Human Emperor smiled faintly and said, "Old fox, I can't hide anything from you."

"There is indeed one more thing, but it will be a little difficult for you." Qiu Qing frowned slightly and asked in a low voice: "What is it?"

The Emperor said, "Qiu Shui County will build a large Hengchang Academy, and I will reward Yu Wenjun with real money and silver so that he can implement this matter as soon as possible."

"Similarly, when the time comes, you will be asked to write at the Hengchang Academy in Qiushui County. You will hold up a torch for the poor students and light up the world."

"After that, you can retire and return home."

When Qiu Qing heard this, he looked relaxed, without any sense of burden at all.

"I obey your command." Qiu Qing responded calmly.

The Human Emperor looked at the gray-haired old man in front of him with great interest, and said slowly: "I remember that you have been in the position of Prime Minister for many years. Over the years, without you, the internal affairs of the human race would be in turmoil."

"Now that it has come to this, don't you hate me?"

"You have held power for many years, and now you can let it go just like that. I don't understand your ambition."

Bai Xiaowei was in his prime, and after becoming the deputy prime minister, he had made many political achievements. After the implementation of work-for-relief in the north, he should become a prime minister in the true sense.

Qiu Qing is a mellow and selfless person, and everyone in the world knows this.

It is bound to make people feel sad to see such an old man step down in disgrace at such a critical moment.

"I am old and should be like this. I am honored to be reminded by Your Majesty today." Qiu Qing replied.

The Emperor continued, "But after you retire and return home, you will live in poverty and will not receive any reward."

"You were born in a poor family and have been a prime minister for many years. After your disgraceful end, there will be countless children from poor families cheering for you, but there will also be some people with ill intentions who want to kill you just to vent their anger."

"you do not mind?"

Qiu Qing smiled gently and said, "I don't mind. I will certainly be mentioned in history books."

"As long as Your Majesty is happy, this old minister will be happy to do so."

The Human Emperor felt a little sad when he heard this. Looking at the old man in front of him, he did not feel nostalgic or comforting. He just felt that such a person had lost power overnight and had no disciples or old friends.

All the hard work over the years has turned into nothing overnight.

  Does he really not mind? Deep down, is he really not going to be shaken even a little bit?

All the glory and political achievements in his life, in the end, became just pawns to balance the situation.

It is too depressing for such a person to end up like this.

The Emperor smiled and said, "Before the Hengchang Academy is completed, you are still the Prime Minister. During this period, if you want to embezzle, accept bribes, form cliques for personal gain, or just indulge in pleasure, it's up to you. I know nothing."

Qiu Qing bowed and replied, "I obey your order."

At this moment, the Human Emperor's brows suddenly furrowed, and he didn't know what to say.

Qiu Qing turned around and walked out of the imperial study. Looking at the slightly desolate back of Old Chen, His Majesty the Emperor finally stood up, clasped his hands and bowed solemnly towards the outside of the imperial study.

Inside the palace, Qiu Qing walked towards the south gate with light steps. The weather was good today, and he hadn't felt so relaxed in many years.

"This ending is not bad." Qiu Qing murmured to himself with a look of relief.

Next, he will have to sort out all government affairs and then hand them over to Bai Xiaowei.

The young man came on stage and the old man stepped back with a slightly frustrated look on his face.

But he didn't feel aggrieved. Even if it was his fate, he still held up a torch for the children from poor families.

He served as an official throughout his life, was upright and selfless, and left his name in history. He truly realized his childhood dream.

He is still the selfless young man who is dedicated to serving the people... (End of this chapter)