Chapter 536 Negotiation with Qian Zexi
Upon hearing this, Emperor Tianyuan's eyes flashed with surprise, and then a barely perceptible smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. He had always known that Concubine De was intelligent and meticulous.
"My dear, please stand up and talk first!"
"I've heard before that the Queen invited City Lord Su to the palace for tea. Now you're asking me to leave the palace to see her. Your idea is a little different from others."
Upon hearing this, Defei smiled and spoke hurriedly.
"How can I be compared with the Empress? Moreover, although I have only met City Lord Su once at the Emperor's birthday banquet, I also know that a woman who can tame a wild horse and win the first prize in archery must be proud and arrogant. If I still act like your favorite concubine, it is still unknown whether she will see me or not.
Moreover, I want to talk to City Lord Su about the merger of Baise City and Tianyuan City, so that Young Master Jun can stay in the Imperial City for a long time to recuperate. If I want him to recognize the Imperial City and stay in the Imperial City, I should humble myself and meet him."
Defei's proposal was undoubtedly to find a softer and more effective way to intervene in this matter, Emperor Tianyuan spoke slowly.
"De Fei, you have always been well-educated and well-mannered. If you were to take charge of this matter, you might be able to achieve unexpected results. However, you must remember that no matter what the outcome, you must prioritize the overall situation and not act on impulse."
Emperor Tianyuan spoke earnestly, his eyes full of trust and expectation.
Upon hearing this, Concubine De felt warm in her heart and knelt down immediately.
"I will obey the emperor's orders and will be careful in my words and actions to live up to his trust."
And at this time, the Bai Mansion.
Qian Zexi was drinking tea in the lobby while waiting for Jun Moye. When he saw Jun Moye being supported in, he hurriedly bowed.
"Mr. Jun, it's been a long time since we last met. I'm sorry to bother you."
The person finally arrived. Jun Moye was not surprised. With Qinggu's support, he walked to the main seat and sat down.
"Master Qian is too polite. Please take a seat."
"Qing Gu, change Master Qian's clothes into the best cloud tip."
Upon hearing this, Qinggu hurriedly and respectfully went down to prepare to change the tea.
Qian Zexi looked at Jun Moye and stated his purpose frankly.
"Master Jun, we are old acquaintances, so I will speak frankly."
Jun Moye spoke with his face still pale when he heard this.
"Master Qian, please speak."
Qian Zexi spoke only after hearing this.
"Master Jun, I've made the bold move to visit you because of my sister Qianyan's illness. I heard that the City Lord has a highly skilled doctor, so I've come to see him. I hope the City Lord can lend a hand and save my sister's life."
Upon hearing this, Jun Moye picked up the teacup and took a sip of tea.
"So, Lord Qian is here for this matter. My wife does have a doctor with superb medical skills. Lord Qian also knows that I could collapse at any time, so my wife has kept this extremely skilled doctor by her side for my health. Doctor Li has experienced many difficult and complicated cases, and my wife has some secret medicines. It shouldn't be a problem for Miss Qian to be treated."
After that, he continued to drink tea.
Qian Zexi understood that he was waiting for him to say something next.
"Master Jun, if the City Lord has any conditions, please feel free to ask. The Qian family will certainly do their best to fulfill them."
Upon hearing this, Jun Moye held up the teacup, looked at Qian Zexi, and spoke in a meaningful tone.
"Master Qian, your family has been investigating this for so long, you should already know the ins and outs of many things. As for what we want, how could someone as smart as Master Qian not know?"
Qian Zexi's expression changed slightly when he heard this. He naturally understood the deep meaning of Jun Moye's words.
"Master Jun is absolutely right. I do know some of the inside story. However, I am clueless and don't know how to strike a balance between protecting my family and helping Master Jun. After all, if I choose the wrong side, I will be doomed."
Jun Moye gently put down the teacup, his eyes revealing a hint of admiration.
"It's rare for Lord Qian to be so frank. Since Lord Qian is so quick to speak, I will be more direct. We have no intention of involving the Qian family in this dispute. However, the Qian family is related to the Crown Prince by marriage, and there are some matters that the Qian family cannot have the final say. Lord Qian has always seen that it will be extremely difficult for the Crown Prince to make a comeback. I am not afraid to tell you, Lord Qian, I will not give you a chance to make a comeback. The Qian family has a century-long foundation, and I don't want Lord Qian to see it fall into oblivion like this."
Qian Zexi spoke upon hearing this.
"Please show me a clear path, Master Jun."
Upon hearing this, Jun Moye held the teacup, blew on the hot tea and pondered for a moment.
"Master Qian, your Qian family has wielded considerable influence in the court over the years, hasn't it? The Qian family's wealth is enough for several generations to squander even if the ancestors and descendants of the Qian family achieve nothing. As the saying goes, excessive aggression leads to failure. Master Qian, why don't you consider the Qian family's retreat while it lasts?"
Qian Zexi spoke in surprise when he heard this.
"Retreat bravely from the rapids?"
Jun Moye took a sip of tea and said in a deep voice.
"Yes, the Crown Prince's Mansion is in a dire situation right now. The Qian family has been tied to the Crown Prince's Mansion for many years. Even if you were to select a suitable prince to support, I'm afraid it would be difficult for him to trust you. Moreover, you know all too well how much you have done for the Crown Prince and how many messes you have cleaned up. Now, while the Crown Prince is still standing, Lord Qian should resign from your position to the Emperor and remove the Qian family from the vortex of the Imperial City."
Qian Zexi looked unwilling when he heard this.
"Mr. Jun, what's the difference between what you did and destroying the Qian family?"
Jun Moye looked at him when he heard that.
"Master Qian, if we leave the Imperial City now, the Qian family's strength will be preserved, and the Qian family members will not suffer any losses. When the Crown Prince's case is over, the Qian family members will participate in the imperial examinations. With the support of the family, it will not be difficult for the Qian family to reach the pinnacle of power.
If Master Qian insists on getting involved in this dispute, once the Prince's Mansion is completely destroyed, the Prince is the Emperor's biological son after all, and the Emperor will definitely protect his life. Then your entire Qian family will have to bear the blame for the Prince. Master Qian, think about how many people were implicated in the Qin Palace back then, and how many families were able to survive, and that was only because the Emperor's grandfather showed mercy."
Qian Zexi fell silent after hearing this.
Jun Moye didn't urge him, but just drank tea calmly and waited for his decision. The whole lobby fell silent.
After about a cup of tea, Qian Zexi looked at Jun Moye and spoke with a lot of thoughts in his mind.
"What does Mr. Jun want? Why not tell me directly?"
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