Huh? The Tyrant Cries After My Inner Thoughts Were Exposed!-Chapter 37 - 36: Affection Misplaced

The Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue wiped his tears, overwhelmed with emotion.

He had always been suppressed by Minister Wei, with no hope of promotion, and no matter how much credit he earned, it was all taken away. He couldn’t speak up and could only hope that Minister Wei would pass on soon, thinking that day would eventually come.

But he waited for ten years, watching as his hair turned gray, while Minister Wei’s sixth daughter was just born!

Boo hoo hoo, these miserable days, now it finally seems like they’re coming to an end.

[Looks like I really am going to be promoted!]

[Just lost a Minister of Revenue, Prince Heng must be furious.]

The old Emperor snorted coldly.

The empire is mine, yet these youngsters have their eyes fixated on this position of mine, and now they have become so brazen as to expand private coffers with the Ministry of Revenue!

Prince Heng lowered his head and back, regretting not checking the almanac before leaving home today, running into a troublemaker like Su Juan!

Over the years, his private coffers had relied entirely on Minister Wei’s secret operations within the Ministry of Revenue.

The Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue was against everyone, and now he really suffered a huge loss!

The Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue suppressed his excitement, stepped out calmly, and walked forward slowly, "I am here."

The old Emperor didn’t explicitly mention promoting the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, only said to let him act as Minister of Revenue and handle all affairs of the Ministry of Revenue.

But everyone in the court was seasoned, knowing that once Minister Wei was decreed to rest, he wouldn’t return, and it was only a matter of time before the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue was promoted.

After the court dismissed, many people gathered to congratulate the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, speaking in veiled terms.

The Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue instead caught up with Su Juan, who had slipped away for the first time, "Vice Director, please wait!"

Su Juan stopped in his tracks and looked around to confirm that he was the only Vice Director around, and looked at him in surprise, "What does the Lord want?"

The Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue beamed, though tried not to show it too clearly, "Lord Su, you and I both serve at the Ministry of Revenue, which is a kind of fate. If any difficulties arise in the future, feel free to seek me out."

He was just short of patting his chest to guarantee that he would definitely help.

"Lord Mo, you’re too kind." Su Juan agreed on the surface, but wondered in his heart, [What’s the matter with him?]

[I don’t recall having any friendship with Vice Minister Mo?]

The Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue laughed, there was no friendship before, but from today onward, Mo Youqian unilaterally declared it, from now on it would be a life-and-death friendship, brothers!

He figured it out, the Emperor listens to this girl.

In this court situation, it’s really hard to be a straightforward minister, from now on, he would stick with Su Juan.

"I knew about the things Minister Wei had you do before, I just admire your character!"

Su Juan suddenly understood, [Ah, that’s it!]

[Vice Minister Mo and I really do have mutual admiration.]

Su Juan smiled sweetly, "Well said, well said, Vice Minister Mo, if you gain riches, don’t forget me!"

"Well said, well said."

...

At this moment, Prince Heng and Prince Han came out, both smiling insincerely, and those around them could smell the gunpowder between them.

"Third Brother, you have always been close with Minister Wei, now that he’s gravely ill, don’t forget to say a few words to comfort him at tomorrow’s full moon banquet."

[Tch, Prince Han almost has the words ’schadenfreude’ written all over his face, doesn’t he?]

Prince Han smiled, truly in a good mood.

This Minister Wei was Prince Heng’s man, now that Minister Wei was unreliable, it was only a matter of time before the Minister of Revenue was replaced.

Losing the Ministry of Revenue, Prince Heng’s purse is gone, naturally, Prince Han is happy.

Prince Heng maintained a perfect smile, "Second Brother, what nonsense are you talking about, I am just acquaintances with Minister Wei, as for that full moon banquet, I’m not expecting to be invited either."

[Wow, Prince Heng is already distancing himself from Minister Wei, so heartless.]

[Poor Minister Wei, how much money has he funneled to him over the years, and now he doesn’t even acknowledge half of it, truly miserable.]

Prince Han laughed, "If Minister Wei heard Third Brother say this, I’m afraid he’d feel disheartened."

[Misplaced affection, poor old Wei!]

Prince Heng’s face turned stern, looking back towards Su Juan, his eyes frosty like daggers, "Niece-in-law, I heard Qianfan took in a concubine yesterday, you two newlyweds, is there possibly some issue affecting your relationship?"

Yesterday’s event at the Prince Jing Mansion had already spread throughout the Capital City, making Su Juan, the Heir Consort, truly embarrassed.

The Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue could see that Prince Heng was furious, so he brought up the matter to disgust Su Juan.

Tears of sadness welled up in Su Juan’s eyes, yet she pretended to be strong, "As a wife, it’s right to take a concubine for my husband. Our marital relationship is quite good, there’s no problem, really appreciate Uncle’s concern."

[A relationship problem?]

[Laughable! What relationship can I have with a mad dog?]

Su Juan was almost brought to tears, laughing.

Not far away, Song Qianfan’s face darkened, this Su Juan was simply too bold, not considering the seriousness of the occasion!

But at this moment, he still needed to salvage the dignity lost from yesterday.

Song Qianfan walked forward briskly to Su Juan’s side, speaking warmly and considerately, "Ah Juan, weren’t we going back to the mansion together, why didn’t you wait for me?"

He wore an expression of deep affection, leaving those around stunned.

Seeing Song Qianfan’s hand about to touch her waist, Su Juan was terrified: [Don’t you dare come near me!!!]

[Help!!! I’ll be defiled!!!]

Song Qianfan’s hand abruptly stopped, the veins on his forehead throbbing, this Su Juan, if not to mitigate the effects of yesterday’s matter, why would he bother to act like a loving couple with her today?

Many women begged him to touch them, yet he didn’t, and she, she just didn’t know what’s good for her!

Noticing Song Qianfan pulling his hand back, Su Juan breathed a sigh of relief, [Whew, scared me to death.]

[If you wanted to act like a loving couple with me, just say so, I would definitely cooperate!]

[Reaching out with your hands like this, aren’t you afraid Liang Yin will find out and won’t be intimate with you in the prayer hall later?]

Nearby courtiers who hadn’t left yet stopped in shock, subconsciously turning to look at Song Qianfan.

The Princely Heir’s behavior was outrageous!

Especially Prince Jing, his face turning red with anger, the prayer hall was such a pure place and yesterday was for him to reflect, yet he... this unfilial son!

Prince Jing angrily swept away and left, not wanting to stay there and be disgraced.

Song Qianfan, his eyes reddened with rage, grabbed Su Juan’s hand with force, dragging and pulling her outside.

Not showing her some consequences today, she wouldn’t have the slightest understanding that a wife should respect her husband from the heart!

Su Juan’s wrist hurt from being grabbed, struggling several times, but nearby colleagues could only hesitantly advise, as it was a private matter after all.

Su Juan’s cries for help echoed in the air, one louder than the last...

[Help!]

[Song Qianfan’s gone mad! He’s going to hit me!]

[Doesn’t anyone care about this under the Emperor’s nose!?]

[Old Emperor, look at the foolish marriage you bestowed!!! Save me...]

The old Emperor, who had already exited the Golden Hall, faintly heard the cries for help, and immediately turned back!

Old Emperor: Minister Su, don’t worry! I will come to save you!

At that moment, Duke Ping suddenly blocked their path, seeming to Su Juan like a godsend, "Princely Heir, hold on."

Tears welled up in Su Juan’s eyes, [Duke Ping, you’re the best, boo hoo hoo hoo!]

[The old Emperor is so unreliable!]

Old Emperor: "..." Misplaced trust.

Off with their heads, all of them, leave none behind.