Empress He stopped in her tracks, her brows furrowing slightly.

She saw that the scheme she and Eunuch Wang had devised to frame and frame Liu Wei had not only failed to harm Liu Wei in the slightest, but had also reminded Liu Hong of the time when she had poisoned Consort Wang.

She thought that once Liu Wei was led into this hall filled with incense, and then tempted by the naked Consort Xiao, who was under the influence of aphrodisiacs, he would surely lose control and have relations with her.

Unexpectedly, Liu Wei had such willpower to restrain his desires and did not have an affair with Consort Xiao.

This greatly disappointed Empress He.

Such a golden opportunity to turn Liu Hong and his son Liu Wei against each other has been lost.

Next time, if Liu Wei is allowed to enter the palace again, he will be more vigilant and won't fall for it again.

Therefore, Empress He wanted to leave as soon as possible to discuss countermeasures with someone.

Unexpectedly, Liu Wei called her to a stop!

"King of the Clouds, is there anything else you wish to discuss?"

Liu Wei stepped forward, walked up to Empress He, and said jokingly:

"Your Majesty, didn't you issue the imperial decree summoning me to the palace for an audience?"

"Why are you leaving now that I've arrived!"

Empress He was taken aback: "That's right, I want you to come to the palace for a talk!"

"Couldn't you go back to Yong'an Palace first and then have a eunuch summon you?"

Liu Wei smiled and winked at Empress He:

"In that case, we will pay our respects to Her Majesty the Empress in a moment. Please make your preparations accordingly."

Empress He's face darkened, and she turned and left.

At this moment, the imperial physician also arrived, and Wang Chengen hurriedly asked him to take Xiao Fei's pulse and treat her.

Apart from the personal attendants, the other guards and eunuchs were also dismissed and left.

Only Liu Hong and Liu Wei remained in the main hall.

Seeing that Liu Hong had lost all interest and looked dejected, Liu Wei immediately asked:

"I heard that Your Majesty is selling rare items in the West Garden today. Now that I am here, may I also buy some?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Hong's eyes lit up: "If my son wants to buy, of course we'll accept anything!"

"I've heard that my son has raised quite a few troops beyond the Great Wall; he must have a lot of money on him, right?"

When it comes to his interests, Liu Hong immediately becomes animated!

He really is a miser!

Liu Wei came to Luoyang, and should have brought some gifts for Liu Hong, but on the long journey, he was ambushed and killed by the Southern Xiongnu along the way.

He decided to wait until the trade routes were established before promoting his honeycomb briquettes.

Seeing that Liu Hong had become interested, Liu Wei first complained:

“Father, the land beyond the Great Wall is barren and sparsely populated. If it weren’t for the Xianbei tribes eyeing us covetously, I wouldn’t be able to support so many soldiers! I’m also stretched thin. As you know, even getting food is a problem in the land beyond the Great Wall!”

What do you mean? You just got me excited, and now you're throwing cold water on my enthusiasm?

Liu Hong frowned, and his face immediately turned cold.

"My son, are you short of money? If you're short of money, then there's no point in talking! You'd better go to the Empress immediately!"

"Father, don't worry. Although I don't have much money, I arranged for a caravan to come to Guanzhong before I arrived. They will be in Luoyang soon."

"Once some local specialties from beyond the Great Wall are sold, we'll be able to earn money."

"I never knew my son was selling things!"

Upon hearing that Liu Wei was also in business, Liu Hong immediately softened his tone, "You're just like me in that respect, haha! So, what's the deal? Are you going to buy anything from me or not?"

Liu Hong's eyes were filled with anticipation.

Perhaps it was when he was selling items that Liu Hong found his footing!

Liu Wei said with a smile:

"Father, although I was framed, I did offend your beloved concubine, and I feel deeply guilty!"

"Your Majesty, I've decided to offer you a large business deal as an apology. What do you think?"

Liu Hong immediately grinned:

"My son is so sensible!"

"Come with me to the West Garden. There are still many items there. My son, buy them all. I will give you the best discount!"

After saying that, he immediately grabbed Liu Wei and hurriedly headed towards the West Garden.

"Father, how much can these items be sold for?"

Liu Wei replied, "Your subject wishes to purchase an official position from Your Majesty!"

"What?"

Liu Hong asked curiously, "Didn't I appoint you as the Grand Protector of the Northern Desert, allowing you to establish your own government and recruit soldiers?"

"The Grand Protector of the Northern Desert is equivalent to a Lieutenant General. What higher rank do you want?"

Liu Wei smiled slightly:

"Who wouldn't want a higher rank? With a group of generals under my command, having killed so many foreign tribes, if I don't get promoted, I'm afraid I'll lose control!"

"If they could receive rewards from the Emperor, wouldn't they be even more loyal to the Han Dynasty?"

Liu Hong laughed and said, "That's right, that's right! What kind of official position do you want to buy?"

"I wonder if there is a vacancy for the General Who Guards the North?"

"This one is currently vacant, but it costs thirty million coins!"

Liu Hong immediately provided a quote!

Prefects earn 10 million, governors and generals 20 million, and generals of the four campaigns and four garrisons 30 million.

Liu Hong has long had his prices clearly marked, and he treats everyone fairly, young and old!

"Alright! Thirty million it is! And how about we also send four lieutenant generals?"

Liu Wei immediately countered.

"No, even the General of the Household wants five million coins. But since you are my son, I'll give you four million coins!"

With such a large deal, how could Liu Hong lose too much? "A total of forty-six million coins!"

"Whenever my son delivers the money, I will issue the imperial decree and affix my seal! But let me make it clear beforehand that these official positions are unpaid!"

Liu Hong emphasized this point.

"Father, rest assured, the money will be sent soon!"

Liu Wei chuckled.

"Once the money arrives, the official seal and appointment will be given immediately."

Liu Hong laughed heartily!

"Cash on delivery!"

"Hand over the seal!"

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