Chapter 343: Northward Bound
# 343. Northward Bound
"Two reasons," Wei Yuan said as he placed the teacup down, analysing the situation for his trusted Silver Gong. “An inspector general represents the court. His authority, at best, is on par with the Zhenbei King. His Majesty does not wish to appoint an inspector who might constrain the Zhenbei King, either out of personal motives or due to military concerns.
"By appointing a Silver Gong as the lead investigator, such issues are avoided altogether."
Xu Qi'an frowned. "Doesn't that mean I'll be greatly restricted in my investigation?"
Wei Yuan smiled faintly. "A desirable task always draws eager competition. Why do you think the court officials unanimously recommended you? Blood runs three thousand li... if the Zhenbei King has falsified military reports to evade responsibility, and the lead investigator uncovers it..."
*If it's uncovered, won't they kill me to silence the truth?* Xu Qi'an's heart shuddered.
"That's the second reason those officials nominated you," Wei Yuan remarked with a tranquil tone.
*These damned LYBs... Duke Wei doesn't seem concerned at all?* Xu Qi'an quickly asked, "What should I do?"
Though he had his own ideas, he was eager to hear Wei Yuan's advice. Adopting sage counsel was always a good habit.