"Your Majesty, this humble subject is truly unable to shoulder such a great responsibility."
Gu Jiangli didn't help him up, but instead squatted down to be at his level.
"Grand Tutor Qin, I am good at judging people. You have the ability to serve as prime minister and are also a man of unwavering loyalty. With you by Zhaoxu's side and assisting him in overseeing the country, the Emperor Emeritus and I can truly rest assured."
Qin Taifu's eyes reddened slightly as he raised his head and looked directly into Gu Jiangli's gentle eyes.
Seeing that he was already moved, Gu Jiangli took out a small wooden plaque from her sleeve and placed it in his palm.
“This wooden plaque was left by the late emperor, and all the palace guards obey its orders. I discussed it with the retired emperor, and we originally planned to hand it over to Zhaoxu, but he is too young and it is not convenient for him to control it for the time being. Therefore, after thinking it over, the only person in the palace who is capable of taking over this wooden plaque is you.”
Qin Taifu's hands trembled as he held the wooden plaque, as if he were receiving the most precious treasure in the world.
Becoming prime minister and taking over the token, he rose to a position second only to the emperor, something he had never imagined before.
It was like a huge pie falling from the sky, hitting him so hard he was dizzy.
"Your Majesty, do I deserve such trust from you and the Emperor Emeritus?"
“It’s worth it.” Gu Jiangli answered him without hesitation. “I’m very good at judging people. If I say you’re trustworthy, then you definitely are.”
Moreover, she had used her points to check Qin Taifu's loyalty level. A person with a perfect loyalty score would never betray him.
Qin Taifu will not betray Zhaoxu, just as Hehua will not betray her.
"Get up. Zhaoxu will know about this soon, and the imperial edict will be issued soon."
Grand Tutor Qin stood up shakily, picked up the wooden plaque, his eyes resolute and unwavering, and solemnly said:
"Your Majesty, I obey your command. From now on, I will certainly assist Your Majesty in overseeing the country. I will keep this token safe for you. Once Your Majesty comes of age, I will return it to its rightful owner!"
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