The Minister of Revenue is fifty-three years old this year. He has a wife and two concubines, all of whom are very fertile.

He already had five sons, and recently he got a daughter, whom he doted on like a precious baby. He showed off her every day, and was so proud of her.

Yesterday, he said that he would hold a full-moon banquet in his house in a few days, and he wanted to make it a grand occasion, and invited all his colleagues to come and show their support.

It directly made those colleagues in the court who had few children feel jealous, and their teeth were about to fall out.

The old emperor was also very envious. It's really true that comparing yourself with others will only make you angry.

Sometimes, looking at the happy face of the Minister of Revenue, I really want to slap him in the face. He is such an eyesore.

But at this moment, what did Su Juan say?

The beloved daughter of Minister of Revenue Wei Yuan is not his biological daughter! ?

"!!!"

Everyone's eyes lit up, this was truly earth-shattering news!

The Minister of Revenue's face was pale and red, even uglier than that of Mr. Wang, who had his wife and children run away and was fined and spanked.

He just couldn't believe that his concubine was cheating on him!

How could it be possible after so many years of love! Su Juan must have made a mistake!

Everyone tucked their money into their sleeves, almost urging Su Juan to do it.

Every time it was done very slowly, which made them anxious, fearing that the melon would grow legs and run away.

At this moment, the old emperor suddenly appeared, interrupting the thoughts of the ministers. Su Juan's voice was also interrupted, and she followed suit to pay homage.

The Minister of Revenue breathed a sigh of relief. This bit of face was saved. Even if the daughter was not really his, it couldn't be used as a topic of conversation among his colleagues after dinner!

Look at Master Wang. What has he become now? He is the laughing stock of the whole capital and he doesn’t even have the face to speak during court sessions.

When the old emperor came, all the civil and military officials in the court made memorials if necessary and impeached others if necessary.

However, all the court officials were anxious and wanted to know what happened to the Minister of Revenue's illegitimate daughter.

But Su Juan rarely expressed any feelings.

Just as the court meeting was about to end and the Minister of Revenue was relieved, the old emperor on the stage suddenly coughed and asked with concern, "Wei Qing, I heard that you recently had a daughter and you are going to hold a full-month banquet. I wonder when it will be?"

As if a sharp sword was stabbed into his heart, the Minister of Revenue's heart was broken into pieces. He could only bite the bullet and say, "Your Majesty, my daughter's full moon banquet is tomorrow."

The old emperor was simply rubbing salt into his wounds.

The eyes of the court officials became hot again. Although they didn't want to, everyone had the desire to eat melons. Although they sympathized with the Minister of Revenue, it didn't affect their eating melons. Besides, this was mentioned by His Majesty!

Su Juan, who was behind the crowd, heard the fearless tone of the Minister of Revenue and shook her head, "The old emperor is so lacking in virtue and is really not a human being. Isn't this just rubbing salt into other people's wounds?"

Yes! Your Majesty's actions are lacking in virtue!

They don't believe that His Majesty is just asking casually to show his concern for his subjects. This must be intentional.

The old emperor coughed twice again. How could this be considered immoral?

I am just concerned about the family affairs of my subjects. Is there anything wrong with that?! ?

I am absolutely not jealous of the Minister of Revenue, nor do I have any intention of watching the show.

[But it’s okay, I have more than one daughter...]

The Minister of Revenue had an unpleasant expression on his face, but he was strong enough to comfort himself, yes, it doesn't matter, she is just a daughter, so what if she is not my biological daughter?

Thinking of this, he straightened his back again. He still has five sons...

[Anyway, he won't know that none of his five sons are his own. One cuckold is better than three. I can still live like this!]

Emperor: “!!!” What a guy!

Everyone: “!!!” How exciting!

The Minister of Revenue had a mouthful of blood stuck in his throat, and he felt dizzy and almost couldn't stand. His colleagues beside him quickly stepped forward to support him, "Minister Wei, please take care of yourself!"

The old emperor felt sympathy for him. He saw how angry the Minister of Revenue was. "Quickly call the imperial physician!"

None of the five sons are my biological children. This is too...too tragic.

He suddenly felt that it was not impossible to accept not having children. It was better than helping others raise children for more than ten years. The key was still five...

Phew! That's too bad.

Su Juan was at the back and couldn't see anything specifically. She only vaguely knew that the Minister of Revenue suddenly felt unwell and the old emperor was calling for the imperial physician to take him.

She was also sympathetic. [Alas, poor Minister Wei is such a good man, and he often teaches me a lot about official business. He is just a little greedy, a little flattering, and a little cliquey, but apart from the facts, he is still very good.]

Another sharp arrow pierced the Minister of Revenue's chest.

The court officials couldn't bear it anymore.

After all, the Minister of Revenue has given them many benefits during festivals and holidays. The end of the year is approaching, Minister Wei, you have to hold on!

The old emperor narrowed his eyes. Petty greed? Forming a clique for personal gain?

I think his tenure as Minister of Revenue is coming to an end!

[Actually, there is nothing wrong with him. He even taught me how to cook the books the day before yesterday. After all, the end of the year is approaching, and according to custom, he has to give some gifts to the heads of various departments...]

Several court officials trembled, their hearts almost jumping out of their chests!

I screamed in my heart: Mr. Su! You can’t say that anymore!!!

[Also to Heng...]

"His Majesty!"

Prince Heng interrupted Su Juan's thoughts and spoke urgently before the old emperor approved his request, "The Minister of Revenue, Lord Wei, is old and probably got sick from extreme sorrow and joy. I dare to ask for leave for him to recuperate for a while!"

[Wow! Prince Heng is still considerate of others. But it makes sense. After all, the Minister of Revenue is his man! ]

At this moment, King Heng was sweating profusely, but he dared not speak.

I originally wanted to say a few words for the Minister of Revenue, but now that Su Juan has made it clear that the person is his, it would be inappropriate to continue.

The loss of a Minister Wei is a small matter, but I cannot be implicated.

The old emperor's eyes gradually darkened and he sneered. The sympathy he had for the Minister of Revenue just now disappeared completely.

What a great Minister of Revenue, what a great Prince Heng!

It’s really good!

The Minister of Revenue's eyes turned white when he met the old emperor's fierce gaze. With a plop, he fainted from fright!

Looking at the Minister of Revenue being dragged away, the old emperor was so angry that he almost fell over. Is there no reliable person in such a huge Ministry of Revenue? ?

[Alas, the entire Ministry of Revenue is in a mess. Only the Minister of Revenue can get by. Unfortunately, this person is too honest and does not know how to be tactful. He has repeatedly offended Minister Wei. Alas, he has no hope of promotion. He is also a pitiful person. ]

Su Juan's words came like timely rain, and the old emperor's mood calmed down a little.

"It seems that Wei Qing is getting old. This illness won't heal so quickly. He needs to recuperate for a year or two."

When the ministers heard this, they understood the situation clearly and mourned for the Minister of Revenue, as his tenure as an official was coming to an end.

The old emperor could tolerate anything except corruption in the Ministry of Revenue, which was in charge of the world's money. Minister Wei was now completely finished.

"The end of the year is approaching, and the Ministry of Revenue is busy with many official duties... Where is the Minister of Revenue?"

[Wow, is the Minister of Revenue going to be promoted? ]

Hearing this, the Minister of Revenue almost cried.