Chapter 447 Yun Qingrui's Analysis of Pros and Cons

Emperor Tianyuan looked helpless upon seeing this and started to scold.

"Shut up, that's your cousin..."

Then he spoke again with a kind look.

"Of course I can't bear it. After all, A'ye is my nephew, a blood relative. How can I bear to see him working so hard despite his illness? But Baise City was originally independent. If I said I would send someone to help them, people who didn't know would think I was coveting their Baise City."

Yun Qingrui complained in his heart when he heard this, this old fox really wants to be a whore and also pretend to be a saint, but he continued to speak respectfully with an expression on his face.

"Your Majesty, you are the Son of Heaven, you own the vast Tianyuan Imperial City, and you hold countless military powers. You would also look down upon the small Baise City. You simply love your nephews and want to share their worries."

An imperceptible joy flashed in Emperor Tianyuan's eyes.

"My dear Lord Yun, what you said makes sense. However, during the last family dinner, I also mentioned that Aye should be made the King of Qin, but the Lord of Baise City was unwilling to do so."

Yun Qingrui pondered for a moment after hearing this.

"Your Majesty, the reason the Lord of Baise City is unwilling is simply because Ah Ye can still help her now. A woman is bound to be short-sighted and only sees the power in front of her, but not the future of Baise. I think the Lord of Baise City just hasn't figured it out yet. She shouldn't be the kind of person who doesn't know what's good for her. Your Majesty, why don't you send someone to persuade her, appealing to their emotions and reasoning? I believe they will understand your painstaking efforts."

Emperor Tianyuan pondered for a moment after hearing this.

"Your Excellency Yun, what you said is not without reason..."

Then he looked at the ministers.

"My dear ministers, what do you think of Prime Minister Yun's proposal?"

Soon, a minister standing in the same row as Prime Minister Yun stepped forward and bowed.

"Your Majesty, I think Prime Minister Yun's words make sense. Young Master Jun is your nephew after all. As your uncle, it is your responsibility to take care of the affairs of Baise City."

As soon as the minister finished speaking, another minister stood up.

"Your Majesty, I disagree with Prime Minister Yun's statement. Although Jun Moye is your nephew, the Qin Palace committed a grave crime. Even though they have been punished by the late emperor, it still does not change the fact that Jun Moye is the son of a criminal. Baise City is in chaos and has no value. It is not worth your concern."

Upon hearing this, Yun Qingrui frowned and glanced at the minister who spoke.

"Master Zhou, you also said that Young Master Jun is the emperor's nephew. Baise City is not in a time of war or natural disasters right now. Even if the emperor is bothered, he can only send two talented ministers to assist Young Master Jun and the city lord in management. Even if this matter is not worth the emperor's trouble from a public perspective, it is privately considered the emperor's family affair. If Master Zhou's nephew needs your help one day, do you, as his uncle, have to stand idly by?"

Then he bowed to Emperor Tianyuan.

"Your Majesty, I have only heard of Baise City. Perhaps I have been careless and made the wrong suggestion. Lord Qian went to Baise City to deliver the imperial decree last time, so I think he saw Baise City with his own eyes."

Emperor Tianyuan nodded slightly upon hearing this.

"Qian Aiqing, tell the other Aiqing about what you saw in Baise City."

Upon hearing this, Qian Zexi stepped out and bowed.

"yes."

"My Lords, I went to Baise City and saw it with my own eyes. Baise City is indeed completely different from what was rumored. It is as prosperous as Tiansheng City, and the public security is also very good. No one, whether it is street vendors or pedestrians, causes trouble. Thank you, the people are very respectful of Master Jun and the Lord of Baise City, and even praise them endlessly. Jun Moye is originally from the Jun family, so Baise City and Tianyuan should be one family."

Jun Moyong reacted after hearing this and immediately bowed.

"Father, I had a good relationship with my cousin when I was young. Now that he's not well and Baise City is quite large, as family, we should help take care of him instead of watching him deal with the trivialities of Baise City while he's sick."

The third prince didn't understand why everyone suddenly started speaking up for Jun Moye. He was about to say something when he saw Qian Zexi shaking his head slightly at him, and he fell silent. He was puzzled in his heart, why did the Crown Prince's people have a good relationship with Jun Moye?

Upon hearing this, Emperor Tianyuan spoke in a deep voice.

"I will consider this matter carefully. Please adjourn the court. Prime Minister Yun, follow me to the study."

Upon hearing this, everyone hurriedly saluted respectfully.

"Your Highness, we respectfully send you off."

Yun Qingrui also respectfully followed Emperor Tianyuan to the imperial study.

Emperor Tianyuan ordered Zhao Ping.

"Set up the chess pieces and make a pot of tea."

Then he looked at Yun Qingrui.

"My dear Yun, please play two games with me."

Yun Qingrui smiled and spoke upon hearing this.

"yes."

Soon the chess board was set up and hot tea was served.

Yun Qingrui played chess with the emperor. He appeared calm on the surface, but in his heart he was thinking about the emperor's intentions.

Sure enough, the emperor spoke quickly while holding the chess piece.

"Why did Lord Yun suddenly suggest that I help Ah Ye?"

Yun Qingrui took the opportunity to make some suggestions, as if analyzing the pros and cons.

"Your Majesty, this is not a sudden thought. The Lord of Baise City had this idea as soon as he entered the Imperial City. However, this matter is of great importance. I have carefully considered it before daring to speak to Your Majesty."

Looking up, he saw that the emperor was listening, his expression didn't change at all, he was just looking at the chessboard, so Yun Qingrui continued to speak.

"Your Majesty, although Baise City is only one city, its area is as large as the three cities of Tianyuan. If Baise City belongs to Tianyuan's territory, then our Tianyuan will have three more cities. Moreover, Baise City's 200,000-man army will give Tianyuan an even greater boost in military strength. Our Tianyuan has always been on par with the Great Yan Jiang Kingdom. If we can conquer Baise City, then we can close the gap with the Xuanyuan Dynasty."

The emperor nodded frequently, seeming touched.

"My dear Lord Yun, I have always valued you. Today, let us have a heart-to-heart talk. Since I ascended the throne, many ministers in the court are more familiar with my father's way of governing the country. I value your talent and ability to get things done, so I have the utmost trust in you. Looking across the entire Tianyuan, you are the youngest and most promising high-ranking official, and I believe in your loyalty to me."

Yun Qingrui spoke calmly and respectfully after hearing this.

"Your Majesty, I am but a humble disciple. It is thanks to Your Majesty's favor that I have the opportunity to stand in the court and realize my ambitions. To me, Your Majesty is like a reborn parent. Naturally, I will fulfill my duties and be loyal to Your Majesty for the rest of my life, and do my best to help Your Majesty solve his problems."

Upon hearing this, Emperor Tianyuan glanced at him and then continued playing chess.

"This is the Imperial Study. There's no need to use the Taiji Hall's set anymore. You know a little bit about the conflict between me and the King of Qin. How could Jun Moye be willing to give Baise City to me?"