Chapter 711.2: Banquet

Prime Minister Wen, what do you have to offer? Hua Zirong called out Prime Minister Wen directly.

Though Prime Minister Wens expression was ash-white, his gaze was calm. This humble subject only has the Prime Minister Residence to offer. I am willing to sell it off to a.s.sist the refugees.

Ire distorted Hua Zirongs visage.

How great you are, Prime Minister Wen! Are you trying to indirectly lodge a complaint against this Monarch? What would people think if they hear that the almighty Monarch of Xiliu coerced the prime minister to sell off his estate?

Flames of fury flared in his eyes, though he forced himself to suppress his anger.

Prime Minister Wen, rendering relief aid to the refugees should be done within ones means. How could you do something like that? Hua Zirong warned him.

However, Prime Minister Wen seemed to have swallowed the wrong medicine today. Your Majesty, this is this old subjects wish. Please grant it. There was even a subtle threatening tone as he spoke.

Hua Zirongs blood was boiling, while the officials were still reeling.

Whats happening? How did things come to this?

Prime Minister Wen, please reconsider. His Majesty has already asked us to contribute within our means. Why do you have to insist on your ways? An official tried to dissuade him.

Prime Minister Wens gaze was obstinate. Please grant this old subjects wish, Your Majesty.

The official from just now wanted to stop him, but Hua Zirong was faster. You dont have to speak any further. Since this is Prime Minister Wens wish, this Monarch shall let you achieve it.

Your Majesty, this wont do at all. If news of this spreads, it will damage Xilius reputation. A civil official stood up and tried his best to mediate the situation.

Du Ling smirked. Since this is Prime Minister Wens wish, theres nothing wrong with Xilius Monarch letting him achieve it. However, he doesnt need to sell off everything; half would suffice.

Prime Minister lowered his head, concealing the glint in his eyes.

Could the Western Region King have detected something? Otherwise, why would he speak up against this?

The Western Region Kings words make sense. Prime Minister Wen, sell only a part of your a.s.sets then. Hua Zirong smiled faintly.

Prime Minister Wen was persistent. This humble subject thanks Your Majesty for your concern. However, regardless of how huge the house is, this old subject only occupies a single bed. I hope that Your Majesty can grant my wish.

Something seemed to click in Hua Zirongs mind. Since Prime Minister Wen is so resolute, we will discuss this matter again next time.

Coldness seeped into Prime Minister Wens heart.

You really are lucky; he still wants to protect you despite you reb.u.t.ting him so much.

This humble subject obeys the order. Immediately after speaking, Prime Minister Wen was seized by a violent coughing fit.

The officials were even more perplexed as to what was transpiring.

Prime Minister Wen is a cautious and crafty old fox. Why did he become as obstinate as to try to go against His Majesty? Could he be so sick that his brain has been burned from the heat?

Prime Minister Wen paid no heed to the stares of the other officials, continuing to go about his own business as he remained seated.

Hua Zirongs sense of impending doom was finally alleviated, but a contemplative look revealed itself in his eyes.

A faint smile hung on the edges of Su Xi-ers mouth.

It looks like Hua Zirong has also discovered that something fishy is going on.

She smiled gently at Pei Qianhao, a meaningful look in her eyes.