Chapter 158 Rebellion
There is a kind of smile called the smile used to deal with leaders, and this is the smile that Qin Zhaoyue has on her face now.
Polite, but with a sense of business.
[Oh, the royal family, it turns out that family affection is weak.
I was also crazy. At that time in the imperial study, I was still thinking that I could solve the problem once and for all. I was so naive.
Giving random advice to people is a waste of time. Being honest with them resulted in a business trip lasting more than two months.
Although he was a bit lazy, he didn't hide away when it was time to work. He made great contributions to flood control and disaster relief and the two cases. What was the result?
Good man, did you come back with any reward? It's like you're interrogating a criminal. Is this what I owe you?
If you want the recipe, take it. It’s my recipe.
I don't want that position, why should I ask for it?
He always brings up the issues of being exiled to the frontier and deceiving the emperor. I might as well just give up. With my abilities, I can do anything.
Besides, now there is... What am I afraid of? I'm not going to serve you anymore!
Qin Minghuang remained expressionless, but quietly clenched his fists.
Family love...I haven't thought of this word for a long time.
They are all her children, and the crown prince has not yet been decided. Even though I have heard Xiaoliu's thoughts before, I don't believe that she really has no ideas at all.
Since he had the ability, he gave Sui Mo a secret decree, which was both a testament to his talent and a gift.
He was in charge of disaster relief, and was granted the imperial sword and the right to execute first and report later.
Xiaoliu has never had such great power since he was a child, and holding power is addictive.
What Qin Minghuang didn't expect was that Zhao Yue, who had tasted the sweetness, would give it up so easily.
Considering what she just said, she really has no idea at all?
It would be fine if he was incompetent, but he was friendly and respectful to his sisters, and in the future he would become a leisurely prince and a rich and idle man.
But she is a capable person and has endless ideas.
This is not the first time that Zhao Qiong has been sent on missions, but this time there has been such progress, which is closely related to Xiao Liu.
And the Qingluan Guard who had been with her for more than ten years was willing to die to keep her secret after just two months of being together.
Add to that the sudden appearance of true qi, the terrifyingly powerful prescription, the treatment method from unknown ancient books, and the true qi's supernatural power...
What is there now? But I couldn’t hear it at the most critical moment.
All these things show that Xiaoliu is not an ordinary person, but he has no ambition to make progress.
Qin Minghuang realized that he had used the wrong method because he had neglected it before.
She must have forced herself too much. If she continues like this, they will probably become completely alienated.
"Well, since you don't want to talk, I don't want to force you.
Zhao Qiong has already reported your many contributions, but you are unable to express them publicly."
As he spoke, Qin Minghuang took out a token, placed it on the desk and pushed it over.
The token is engraved with mithril cloud patterns all over, and a five-clawed coiled dragon is embossed on the front.
The scales on the dragon's spine are outlined with broken diamonds, and the twenty-eight constellations are hidden between its beard and hair.
The back is engraved with the four characters "兵燹不破" in seal script. The deep traces of the characters are infiltrated with gilt and cinnabar, like solidified blood.
"I heard that you have cultivated true qi. This is the palace armory token. You can enter and choose any martial arts technique, regardless of grade."
Qin Zhaoyue raised his eyebrows slightly. He didn't expect that he would pass the test so easily. He didn't even continue to ask about the supernatural power of true Qi?
She had heard from Sui Mo that 70% to 80% of the martial arts in the world were in the arsenal of the Imperial Palace.
Especially the top-level techniques that can be cultivated to the divine martial realm. Except for a few martial arts sects with a long history, ordinary people will never be able to touch them in their lifetime.
What's more, you can choose freely and you will definitely be able to pick a martial arts method that suits you best.
However, considering her efforts on this trip, it would be normal to be rewarded with a martial arts technique or something.
Qin Zhaoyue didn't feel any gratitude, this was what she deserved.
Then he strode forward, picked up the token from the desk and put it away, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace."
He performed the ceremony properly and spoke in a respectful tone, and there was nothing wrong with him.
Qin Minghuang felt a slight sour feeling in his chest, but it was fleeting and quickly suppressed.
She heard the alienation in Xiaoliu's tone, and the usual playfulness was gone.
My son, my son, my son. At this time, there is only “minister” but no “son”.
Knowing that this matter could not be rushed, Qin Minghuang glanced at the figure kneeling on the ground.
"Broken ink."
"I'm here." Sui Mo secretly breathed a sigh of relief and spoke in a normal tone.
It's finally time to make a decision. It's better to have a quick resolution than to keep it unresolved.
"You have committed the crime of deceiving the emperor. As a palace guard, your crime is even more severe..."
"Your Majesty!" Qin Zhaoyue took a step forward.
"I relied heavily on Sui Mo's protection during this trip. She also made many contributions in disaster relief and investigating cases. I hope Your Majesty will understand."
Sui Mo pursed his lips tightly and said nothing.
Regardless of whether she has made any contribution or not, she is a Qingluan Guard and is just doing her job.
Concealing the truth from His Majesty is tantamount to deceiving the emperor, an unforgivable crime of treason, and she had already prepared herself mentally.
However, since the two princes spoke for her, it was worth her trip.
Qin Minghuang looked at Xiaoliu, and their eyes met.
Even for the heir to the throne, staring at the Holy Face so directly was considered impolite, yet she refused to give in at all.
Being loyal and righteous, combined with the "family love" that I heard earlier, this is a good thing for a princess or even a prince.
But if it was the crown prince position... forget it, Qin Minghuang cut off his thoughts. At least Xiaoliu didn't have that thought right now, so there was no point in thinking about it.
"Do you know what the crime of deceiving the emperor is?"
"Your Majesty, as far as I know, any royal heir who practices martial arts can enter the armory to choose a technique."
"Zhao Yue!" Qin Zhaoqiong quickly interrupted her sixth sister.
What does this mean? Doesn't it mean that the Queen Mother's reward is not a gift?
Every bit of kindness is a blessing from the emperor. This statement is taboo.
But Qin Zhaoyue's temper really came up now. Regardless of the stern warning from his elder sister, he continued loudly:
"In Mingyan County, I cleaned the water, rescued people, and dredged the river. In Chiyan County, I supervised the canal construction. When the levee broke in Longmen County, I led the disaster relief work and treated my eldest sister's injuries and detoxified her.
I have made contributions by giving advice on the cases of private iron casting and counterfeit coins.
She spread the idea of women's self-reliance and twice foiled the sorcerer's plan to wreak havoc on the world.
Are these merits enough to buy Sui Mo's life? "
Sui Mo's breathing suddenly stopped and his whole body became as stiff as an iron statue.
As someone who is always by the Sixth Prince's side, I know how great a contribution this trip has made.
To be honest, she might not be inferior to the Great Prince, but now she wants to use this merit to exchange for her life...
Qin Minghuang stared at him, faintly seeing the wind and thunder, "Are you threatening me?"
"I dare not, but I beg Your Majesty to grant me grace."
The words sound submissive, but the knees are very firm!
Sui Mo let out a long breath. Given His Majesty's temper, it would have been fine if he had just begged for mercy gently, but to confront him head-on like this, ah...
The air in the imperial study seemed to be stagnant and the mother and daughter looked at each other.
Qin Zhaoyue felt the suffocating pressure of being engulfed by the flood, but he held on without any intention of retreating.
"OK……"
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