With the marriage alliance concluded, the ministers once again thought of dealing with Qin Chuan.
Sitting on the dragon throne, the Empress faced the mountain of memorials piled up on her desk. For a moment, she was so angry that her anger surged like a stormy sea. After calming down, she summoned Qin Chuan.
The Empress put her hand to her forehead and stared at Qin Chuan: "Look at this pile of memorials, all impeaching you. The officials have a lot of complaints about you. I have already dismissed two censors, but it's no use... Now, I can only send you to a post outside the capital. I am also reluctant, but I have no choice. You... won't be angry, will you?"
Qin Chuan was taken aback by the Empress's unexpectedly polite manner.
After thinking for a moment, Qin Chuan bowed and said, "Your Majesty, how could I be angry with you? Where does Your Majesty wish me to go?"
The Empress lowered her slender hand, slowly rose, and said, "Your hometown is in Jiangzhou, right?"
"Yes, Your Majesty."
The Empress moved slowly with lotus-like steps, her sleeves exuding a subtle fragrance. She pondered for a moment and said, "Jiangzhou is not far from the southeastern provinces. It is no longer in doubt that Song Lian will wipe out the Japanese pirates. I want you to go and oversee the southeast. When the pirates are successfully wiped out, you will be the one to make the greatest contribution. This will also shut up those old guys."
"After we defeat the Japanese pirates, you can even go home for the New Year. See how thoughtful I am?" The Empress smiled at Qin Chuan with her phoenix eyes.
Qin Chuan felt a touch of emotion; the Empress had truly treated him very well.
Of course, it would be even better if he could repay her with his body.
Composing himself, Qin Chuan smiled slightly and said, "Your Majesty's kindness to me is as heavy as a mountain. My respect for Your Majesty is like a river, continuous and unending, and like the Yellow River overflowing its banks, unstoppable."
"Stop being so glib. Just tell me, is my decision worth a million taels of silver?"
After speaking, the Empress stared intently at Qin Chuan with her phoenix eyes.
It's like a hunter eyeing its prey that's about to be caught.
Qin Chuan woke up with a start, whoosh!
So that's what you were planning, wanting me to forgive one million of your debts!
I was wondering why you were so kind as to consider my needs.
Thinking of this, Qin Chuan suddenly grabbed the Empress's slender wrist.
The Empress was startled: "What do you want to do?"
"think……"
Licking his lips, Qin Chuan immediately shook his head: "No... I don't want to!"
Qin Chuan loosened his grip, and the Empress broke free, looking at him strangely: "Don't you want to do it? Why are you holding my hand?"
"I'll let you off this time since it's your first offense. But if you do it again, I'll tie you up and make you dine with me every day!" the Empress said with a cold snort.
But in his heart he was thinking, "Why did I feel like a rabbit was running around in my heart just now?"
Oh no, have I fallen for this guy?!
Xiao Li, oh Xiao Li, he's not qualified enough...
Thinking of this, the Empress asked again, "Just tell me, are you willing to go or not?"
Qin Chuan's expression turned solemn, and he said in a serious tone, "Of course I am willing to go. The New Year is just around the corner, and it is my duty to wipe out the Japanese pirates along the southeast coast as soon as possible so that the people can have a good New Year."
"Since you say so, then I am relieved. Take my military tally and go to the Southern Camp to muster five hundred soldiers. We will set off tomorrow." The Empress said, handing a black tiger tally to Qin Chuan.
Taking the black tiger tally, Qin Chuan looked up and asked, "Leaving tomorrow?"
The main problem is that I haven't told my wife about this yet, and leaving so suddenly feels a bit rushed.
"The day after tomorrow is fine too, it's up to you. But as long as you're in court, they'll keep nagging."
"Okay, then I'll leave tomorrow."
"Hmm, have dinner with me tonight. Don't you know how to make hot pot? I want to eat hot pot."
Hearing this, Qin Chuan stared at the Empress. Good grief, she's trying to take advantage of me again, isn't she?
The Empress stared intently at her with her phoenix eyes, as if to say, "You wouldn't be so stingy as to not even treat me to a hot pot meal, would you?"
"Want some hot pot? Then come to the Imperial Preceptor's residence!"
Qin Chuan said bluntly.
After saying that, he left the Imperial Study.
The Empress instructed her eunuchs, "Prepare the carriage; we are going to the Imperial Preceptor's residence..."
...
night.
Inside the Imperial Preceptor's residence, the lights were on, as bright as day.
In the evening, when people are busy working, they eat dinner called "yongsun".
People usually do it around 4 or 5 pm, or before dark.
However, the upper class is different; they prefer to eat after dark.
In the palace, it was called "having a meal".
This is the second time the Empress has visited the Imperial Preceptor's residence.
Last time, we also ate hotpot at the Imperial Preceptor's Mansion. Last time, we were discussing business with the Loulan side. But this time, the situation is different. This time, I'm just craving it and want to treat myself to a meal before Qin Chuan leaves the capital...
The hot pot was served, and the Empress sat in the main seat. Su Rushi and Su Ruyan sat to the right below the Empress, while Qin Chuan and the little princess sat to the left below the Empress. The four beauties sat together, their sleeves exuding a subtle fragrance.
With the Empress present, the other three beauties remained mostly silent.
Qin Chuan was supposed to be in charge of creating a lively atmosphere, but he ignored everyone and just kept eating.
The main problem is that he can't handle such a big situation. Rather than saying he made too many mistakes, it's better not to say anything at all.
Su Ruyan felt the scene was very awkward. She could clearly feel that the Empress's gaze towards Qin Chuan was extremely unnatural, as if it carried something. She was terrified and suddenly broke out in a cold sweat.
The Empress seemed to sense that something was amiss, especially Su Ruyan's gaze, which was quite strange.
Of all the hot pot meals, only Qin Chuan was full.
The other four beauties seemed to have their own thoughts on them. They ate a little something and then quickly left the table.
After the Empress returned to the palace, Qin Chuan told Su Ruyan about the trip south.
Su Ruyan also planned to return to Jiangzhou and then wait for him to return so they could spend the New Year together at the Su residence.
"Where is my eldest sister? Go ask her what her plans are. Is she staying at the Imperial Preceptor's residence, or returning to the Prince's mansion?"
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