Everything was going well, but Jia Zhengjin's matter suddenly disrupted the plan.
Sima Lie was already irritable, and seeing the sorrowful look on his face made him even more gloomy and unpleasant.
Seeing his gloomy face and his reluctance to speak, Jia Renyi became anxious and began to speak recklessly.
“Prime Minister, you can’t kick me while I’m down! I advised the Emperor in court and was beaten in front of all the court officials. I even went on a hunger strike to show my resolve. But it was all for the sake of the Prime Minister’s grand plan. And Zhengjin, he patrols the palace and has done a lot for the Prime Minister.”
"Now that something has happened to Zheng Jin, how can Your Excellency abandon him?"
He recounted each and every incident in detail, as if he were using it as leverage.
Sima Lie's anger intensified, and his gaze towards Jia Renyi carried a hint of disdain as he replied perfunctorily.
"Alright, I already know about this matter. I will find a way to rescue him. Just wait patiently!"
Hearing his promise, Jia Renyi felt a little relieved.
Sitting to the side, Qiu Beiming's eyes gleamed with shrewdness as he stroked his beard and said sinisterly.
"Don't worry, Lord Jia. In my opinion, that tyrant is just trying to extort some money from us. He won't harm your life."
"Before Lord Jia arrived, the Prime Minister was already discussing with me the matter of sending someone to bribe the people in the Ministry of Justice to arrange a separate cell for General Jia. There will be plenty of fish and meat, and we'll secretly bring in a few beauties so that General Jia can wait patiently in the cell, just like enjoying himself in a different place!"
Upon hearing this, Jia Renyi was overjoyed, breathed a long sigh of relief, and nodded repeatedly.
"That's good, that's good. Thank you for your concern, Prime Minister. I will not let that tyrant gain any advantage. I will stand with you, Prime Minister, and fight against that tyrant to the very end!"
Sima Lie nodded in a perfunctory manner and sighed.
"It's rare that Lord Jia understands my good intentions!"
To appease Jia Renyi, Sima Lie specially prepared a table of fine wine and food, and also invited a group of beautiful maids to accompany him.
Sure enough, upon seeing the beautiful woman, Jia Renyi momentarily forgot Jia Zhengjin's predicament and had a great time.
After a few rounds of drinks, Sima Lie and Qiu Beiming exchanged a glance, then his eyes darkly swept over Jia Renyi, and he began to urge him on.
"As for General Jia, I will put pressure on that tyrant in a few days to make him release the prisoners. As for the tyrant, Lord Jia can simply give him some silver to appease him; there's no need to panic!"
"Your Excellency is right! That tyrant is still waiting for me. I will go to the palace to meet him!"
As he spoke, Jia Renyi staggered to his feet and hurried toward the mansion.
Having received 100,000 taels of silver, he hurriedly went to the palace.
Upon arriving at the Imperial Study, he handed Qin Yu a 100,000 tael silver note, acting as if he were completely unfazed.
"Your Majesty, I have lived a life of poverty, and this is all the silver I have left. I beg Your Majesty to show me mercy!"
Although he was begging for mercy, there was no trace of panic on his face.
He was a completely different person from when he knelt down and begged for mercy during the day.
Qin Yu stared at him intently, her expression growing increasingly gloomy.
Seeing that he didn't speak, Jia Renyi didn't panic and stood still without changing his expression.
In any case, Prime Minister Sima has already made arrangements. Zheng Jin is enjoying wine, meat, and women in the prison, which is much more carefree than in his mansion. It won't hurt for him to stay in the prison for a few more days.
He can afford to waste his time with this tyrannical ruler.
Thinking of this, he became even more smug and self-righteous.
Judging from his arrogant appearance, Qin Yu had already guessed what was going on.
It seems that the old man went to the Prime Minister's residence to get backing from that old scoundrel Sima.
No matter how powerful Sima Qian is, he's still just a prime minister. To think you can control him is just too naive!
Qin Yu sneered and waved his hand at him.
"Stop haggling with me. I'll take this 100,000 taels. As for the remaining 2.9 million taels, I'll give you three days to gather them up. Now get out of here!"
Jia Renyi didn't linger and turned to leave.
After he left, Qin Yu tapped the table with his fingers, his expression becoming increasingly sinister.
If he doesn't want to pay money, that's easy; he has plenty of ways to deal with Jia Zhengjin.
Just as he was lost in thought, Qingzhu hurriedly walked in and was about to speak.
Qin Yu stopped her in time with a look, glancing at Yu Zhu beside him.
Although Yuzhu was busy with her work, she was actually listening intently to gather information!
Qingzhu immediately realized what was happening and swallowed the words that were about to come out.
Qin Yu waved at her, looking lecherous.
"come over!"
Upon hearing this, Qingzhu had no choice but to obediently step forward and approach Qin Yu.
But Qin Yu pulled her into his arms and began to grope her.
Her Taoist robe hung loosely, clearly outlining her figure.
When has Qingzhu ever been treated like this?
Her face immediately flushed red, and she clenched her teeth shyly.
"Why are you in such a hurry to see me?"
As he spoke, his large hand had already wandered to Qingzhu's leg and pinched it.
Qingzhu couldn't help but let out a soft cry, then realized what was happening and immediately cooperated.
"It is the Abbot. The abbot's concoction of aphrodisiac powder has shown initial results. Please have His Majesty go and try it!"
He didn't ask Liu Caiqing to make any aphrodisiacs; she was probably just using it as an excuse to discuss matters with him.
Qin Yu immediately let out a wicked laugh.
"Very well, Abbot has indeed lived up to my expectations. I'll go and take a look!"
With that, he released Qingzhu, stood up, and walked outside with her in his arms.
Watching them leave, Yuzhu slammed the cloth in her hand onto the table and gave a disdainful snort.
What kind of Taoist fairy is she? Now, in order to please that tyrannical emperor and ascend to the position of national advisor, she has started concocting these lewd and evil medicines.
It's one thing to concoct medicine, but to offer one's own disciples to a tyrannical emperor for amusement is truly laughable.
Upon arriving at Qingyun Temple, Qingzhu quickly broke free from Qin Yu's embrace and retreated to the side, her face flushed with embarrassment.
Yang Tao, who was sitting to the side repairing the hidden weapon, saw this scene and immediately realized what was going on. Her face was full of embarrassment. She hurriedly packed her things and fled.
Recalling the proud view in front of Yang Tao just now, Qin Yu touched his nose and chuckled wickedly.
I should try the feel of star fruit when I have the chance.
Seeing that the two of them were avoiding him, he had no choice but to put his hands behind his back and push the door open.
Upon entering, Liu Caiqing walked up to him with a respectful expression.
"Your Majesty, Hu Pan has arrived and says he has important news to inform you!"
Upon hearing this, Qin Yu was overjoyed.
He just wanted to teach Jia Zhengjin a lesson, so this was the perfect opportunity!
His gaze swept past Liu Caiqing, scanning the room, but he couldn't see her.
He frowned and asked, puzzled.
Where are they?
Liu Caiqing quickly walked to the desk and pressed the button.
The secret passage opened with a rumble, and a figure emerged from it.
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