Chapter 235: Now This Is a High-Level Way to Acknowledge Ancestors! (2 / 2)
[You want me to investigate???]
[What do you think I am, a deity?]
[Even if you assigned this to the Jinyiwei, they might not be able to determine its authenticity!]
[And! I already have two major tasks on my plate—compiling the official history and drafting the examination topics! You want to add a third? Even a donkey needs a break!]
The Minister of War felt a slight pang of guilt, but it passed quickly. He pressed down on Xu Yanmiao’s shoulder and smiled, the expression uncannily resembling that of a modern capitalist. “Xu Lang, I am aware that you’ve been busy lately, carrying heavy responsibilities…”
[You know, yet you still give me more work?! Can’t you assign this to the Jinyiwei instead?]
Without missing a beat, the Minister of War lied with a straight face: “But this matter is of utmost importance, and the Jinyiwei might not be able to uncover the truth. We’ll need to rely on the former Jin Prince’s covert agents. Each of them is fiercely loyal and only recognizes you as their leader now. They’re not entirely unwilling to work under others, but they are far more effective under your command.”
The old emperor’s lips pressed together to suppress a grin, lest Xu Yanmiao notice his amusement.
Brilliantly done!