Chapter 1745: Chapter 1742: Evidence

Even if it’s Minister Qi, it’s impossible to find someone to swallow it all.

"Why?" King Qi hesitated for a moment but still asked.

Now that he is sitting in this position, he can no longer remain uninvolved. Moreover, he must be prepared. He... at least needs to leave himself a way out.

Minister Qi put down the teacup and looked into his eyes. Instead of answering directly, he brought up another matter: "Today after the morning court, I met Chu Heng..."

After listening to Minister Qi explain the reason for the Gao family’s troubles and what Chu Heng did in the situation, King Qi also expressed great admiration for this younger Lord Chu in his heart.

This tactic, even utilizing the cunning uncle, shows that the other party’s thoughts are indeed deep and not something ordinary people can deal with. He has no desire to be an enemy to him.

"Uncle, you mean, Lord Chu wants to be a loyal and capable minister." King Qi spoke in a certain tone.

Minister Qi squinted his eyes: "The question is whether Chu Heng genuinely thinks this way or is saying this deliberately under the Emperor’s instructions."

"If it’s Father’s instruction, we should understand this implication." King Qi stated.

Minister Qi didn’t immediately refute when he heard this: "If the Emperor is satisfied with you, Prince, then Chu Heng can actually be an ally, allowed to stay but without too much power, considered a diligent official in the court."

"But if the Emperor is not fond of you, Prince, then Chu Heng as a loyal minister becomes our greatest opponent, as he only listens to that person, and we will have to be enemies with him." Minister Qi hinted, watching his facial expression as he finished speaking.

King Qi paused. He originally wanted to persuade his uncle there was no need to oppose Lord Chu. He could see that Lord Chu was indeed a talent, and even if he really sat in that position, he would want to use him. After all, Lord Chu is indeed an official who does practical work for the people and is very capable, which is rare.

He could also understand why Father would like Chu Heng. Those in power appreciate a loyal and capable minister, especially since Chu Heng hasn’t gotten involved with military power and doesn’t associate with other ministers. He is the best kind of subject.

He also hoped to have such a loyal minister, but unfortunately, the two are now standing in different positions. Listening to his uncle, it was obvious that peaceful coexistence was impossible unless he truly attains that position.

King Qi pursed his lips: "Then, Uncle, what do you mean?"

"If necessary, catch his weakness." Minister Qi squinted his eyes: "I remember, his son went to Jiangnan to build ships?"

"Prince, your fief is Jiangnan, you should be quite familiar with the Zhou family, right?"

Upon hearing this, King Qi frowned instinctively, very dissatisfied with Minister Qi’s behavior, but he also knew he had no say. Currently, all power of the Qi family is in Minister Qi’s hands. If his people make a move, Minister Qi will know right away.

"Uncle, since you’ve listened to Lord Chu and prepared to abandon the Gao family, why do you now want to target the Chu family?" King Qi pretended not to understand and asked.

Minister Qi didn’t intend to hide this matter from him, and he smiled: "Prince, you are still too naïve. Chu Heng dares to answer like this only because he does not fear our Qi family. You see, when he made his move, there wasn’t the slightest hesitation. The Gao family was dealt with immediately. We don’t even know when he obtained evidence of the Gao family’s mistakes, let alone how much he has."

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