The prime minister has always been calm, but today the fat meat fell into someone else's mouth, he was still very angry and couldn't help but make a few sarcastic remarks.
"Your Highness is indeed capable. You are able to please His Majesty and agree to any request. I just wonder what your Highness's relationship with the Emperor is. Are you not afraid of the rumors outside?"
Ever since Sheng Mingyu returned to Beijing, he has encountered countless troubles and has to be humble all day long. When will he be able to drive him away?
"Prime Minister, you're joking. Your Majesty is the Son of Heaven, how could he possibly listen to me? Your Majesty wants to hand this matter over to someone in the royal family. Does the Prime Minister have the ability to become a member of the royal family?"
Sheng Mingyu returned it neither lightly nor heavily.
The Prime Minister glared at him. Wasn't it because there was no one from the royal family around him that he failed to compete?
Although the Third Prince could be sent out, Kyoto is in dire straits now and the Third Prince cannot leave easily.
"Your Highness, don't be too happy. Building water conservancy projects isn't necessarily a good thing. If an accident happens, lives could be lost. You must be prepared."
The prime minister said something vicious and left with everyone.
Sheng Mingyu, however, showed no fear at all. He curled his lips and replied, "Thank you, Prime Minister, for your concern."
Just impotent rage.
That night, Gu Yunni was like an invisible person, not saying a word.
The discussion at today's banquet was not about private matters, but about the affairs of the imperial court. It was inconvenient for her to interrupt. Didn't she see that the imperial concubine didn't say anything?
Only after she sat in the carriage did Gu Yunni breathe a sigh of relief. The tense atmosphere was finally over, and she could also talk about her own views with Sheng Mingyu.
"How did you convince His Majesty to hand this matter over to you? His Majesty probably wants to keep you in Kyoto to compete with the other princes. I think so too. Wouldn't it be a problem if you leave now?"
Gu Yunni now has many questions and is also confused about Sheng Mingyu's thoughts.
This is totally different from what I imagined. It is not wise to stay away from Kyoto now.
"It took me a lot of effort to convince His Majesty to understand what I meant."
Gu Yunni still didn't understand. "But doesn't His Majesty want to hand the throne over to you? If you leave, the throne will easily fall into the hands of someone else. Are you really willing?"
Sheng Mingyu raised the corner of his lips. "Isn't the Second Prince still in Kyoto? The Second and Third Princes are fighting for the throne in a major war. If I stay in Kyoto, I will inevitably be implicated. It's better to use another excuse to go to Jiangnan. Even if I choose a side, the Second Prince won't bother me."
Gu Yunni finally understood what was going on, but she still didn't understand some things.
Their thoughts are so complicated that it would be hard to guess them.
"You mean you want to reap the benefits? But His Majesty is a warmongerer. He won't allow you to hide behind. You have paid something, right?"
"This prince only had to say one sentence, and His Majesty agreed. I asked him if he wanted me to be like the Crown Prince? He was oppressed by many forces and was eventually squeezed out of the position of Crown Prince. Even if he was stupid, these factors were inevitable."
After saying this, Gu Yunni fell silent, and Sheng Mingyu also fell silent.
Parents who love their children will plan for them in the long run.
Your Majesty has already tasted the bitterness, so he wants to save Sheng Mingyu.
Even if he didn't make any contribution in the early stages, he didn't care at all.
"Okay! Since you've made up your mind, I'll support you. Take me with you to Jiangnan this time. Maybe I can help you?"
"good."
Gu Yunni didn't know what to say. The only thing she could do was to stay with Sheng Mingyu.
She has no identity yet and it is impossible for her to make waves in Kyoto.
"When are you leaving? I'll take care of the store, or I can leave a little later than you."
From the beginning to the end, Sheng Mingyu never thought of leaving Gu Yunni in this dangerous place and leaving Kyoto by himself.
Gu Yunni would be subjected to endless bullying. He didn't want to be in danger, and naturally he didn't want her to be sad.
"No rush, just take care of the arrangements here."
"Alright! Then I'll start sorting out the store affairs from tomorrow, and we'll leave after I'm done."
"good."
Gu Yunni was able to accept the reality very quickly, but the other ministers were so angry that their faces turned red and their necks became thick.
Countless obscenities were heard from most of the carriages leaving the palace, and only the Second Prince looked complacent.
Sheng Mingyu is indeed a lucky star. If we bring him to their party, we can get help from His Majesty.
At this time, the Second Prince’s Mansion was also celebrating.
"Congratulations, Your Highness! You are one step closer to becoming the Crown Prince."
"What's there to be happy about? It's not me who's going to Jiangnan to control the floods. It's Sheng Mingyu who's going. Even if there are any benefits, they'll be his, and it has nothing to do with me."
His advisers were very happy, but the Second Prince still had no interest and was even a little angry.
He never thought that after returning to Kyoto, he would have to rely on Sheng Mingyu for everything. How could he never get out of his shadow for the rest of his life?
"Second Prince, why do you care about all this? Isn't it enough as long as the benefits fall on you in the end? At least His Majesty has remembered your kindness."
The counselor smiled flatteringly and comforted the second prince.
This matter is indeed a bit frustrating, but a lack of patience will ruin a great plan. Those who can accomplish great things have the world in their hearts.
"What's more, His Highness has repeatedly expressed his loyalty, and he also said that he has no desire for that position. You can rest assured that his words are always accurate."
How could the Second Prince not know what Sheng Mingyu was thinking? He just refused to accept it.
Who doesn't want to be recognized by his father? Even if he is a prince, he still cares about family ties.
"But this prince just doesn't feel comfortable. I've learned a lot outside and know a lot, but my father just doesn't care about me!"
"Second Prince, I don't care what you are thinking in your heart. You must suppress all these emotions. You still have a lot of things to do and cannot worry about these trivial matters."
The Second Prince's Mansion returned to peace. He hadn't slept all night, but when he woke up the next day, he was full of energy.
He figured it out. What he wanted most was the throne. There was no need to force family affection or anything like that.
"Go and deliver some supplies to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's residence. There might be a lot of trouble along the way, so make sure he's well prepared."
Only after seeing the Second Prince like this did the counselor show satisfaction.
"yes."
He has put in a lot of effort to help the second prince ascend to the throne, and he cannot give up everything just because of a little family affection.
Sheng Mingyu was polite on the surface, but after the people left, he threw away all the things without leaving any behind.
They are both hypocritical and insincere. Who knows if the Second Prince secretly added something to that thing?
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