Looking at the two of them speaking so righteously for the country and the people, Shang Rong started to doubt himself. Could these two be the loyal officials?？？
Or were they bribed by Su Hu?
Shang Rong sized up Fei Zhong and You Hun and thought.
Little did he know that Su Hu was also dumbfounded.
Why would these two sycophants suddenly come out to plead for him?
I don't have much interaction with the two of them.
Firstly, I didn't give any gifts or bribes. Secondly, I don't have any in-laws. Thirdly, I don't have any interests. Why are these two people pleading for me?
But no matter what the reason was, Suhu chose to remain silent.
It was always a good thing that someone begged for mercy.
He was not a firm and unyielding person.
If that was really the case, he should have committed suicide long ago when he was defeated.
The fact that he was captured and brought to Chaoge meant that he didn't want to die.
"Fei Zhong, You Hun, what the hell are you two doing?”
Shang Rong asked.
"This is what you don't know, Prime Minister Shang.”
Although Fei Zhong was reprimanded by Shang Rong, he still put on a smile.
"Oh? Then tell me, is there anything that I don't know?”
"If you can't say anything, I won't forgive you!”
Shang Rong said firmly.
"This…Actually, His Majesty has taken a fancy to Su Hu's daughter, Su Daji. If Su Hu allows his daughter to enter the palace, he can be spared and let go.”
You Hun smiled awkwardly.
For a moment, all the ministers present fell silent.
They instinctively wanted to refute Fei Zhong and You Hun's nonsense. It was simply absurd!
However, they thought about it carefully. According to the king's style, it seemed possible.
After all, he could even mention erotic poems when he went to the Nuwa Palace to offer incense. Su Daji, the daughter of Su Hu, had long been famous for her beauty. It seemed natural that the king would like her.
At this moment, many of the ministers began to think.
With the king's personality, Su Daji would definitely enter the palace regardless of whether Su Hu died or not.
If Su Daji was favored by the King, she would not let off anyone who caused her father's death.
On the other hand, if he protected Su Hu now, he might even gain some unexpected benefits.
After weighing the pros and cons, anyone who didn't have any grudges against Su Hu agreed with Fei Zhong's words.
At this moment, some of the officials who were on good terms with Su Hu also tried to persuade him.
"That's right. Su Hu's crime doesn't deserve death.”
"Su Hu was only muddle-headed for a moment. I believe he knows his mistake now.”
"Su Hu has guarded the borders for many years and even if he doesn't contribute, he has worked hard.”
……
All of the officials present began to plead on Su Hu's behalf.
Even if Shang Rong wanted to kill Su Hu, he didn't dare to risk universal condemnation in this situation.
Of course, this was also related to Shang Rong's lack of prestige.
If Grand Preceptor Wen had said this, no one would have dared to plead for Su Hu, even if Fei Zhong had said something.
But unfortunately, Grand Preceptor Wen was still like a clay statue, not caring about the matters of the court.
Unless it was something important, Wen Zhong would not speak.
He was just a mere Su Hu, and Wen Zhong did not take him seriously.
Fei Zhong struck while the iron was hot.
"Prime Minister Shang, look at the general trend. Why don't you let us persuade Su Hu?”
Shang Rong could only nod helplessly.
Fei Zhong was overjoyed as he and You Hun arrived in front of Su Hu.
"Su Hu, I believe you know that rebellion is a capital crime, but considering how much you have contributed to Great Shang, if you offer your daughter to the palace, not only will your family be saved, you might even be able to retain your position as Yi Prefecture Marquis.”
"I hope you will consider it carefully before answering.”
Su Hu struggled.
Just like what was said before, if Su Hu wanted to die, he would have done so long ago.
To be honest, Su Hu was conflicted about how his reputation would be affected if he gave up his daughter.
Daji was just a daughter. Su Hu did not care at all. What he cared about was his reputation.
"Su Hu, I hope you don't miss this opportunity. Otherwise, your Yi Prefecture marquis bloodline will be completely destroyed.”
You Hun's words completely shattered Su Hu's inner defenses.
For the sake of his family and the bloodline of Yi Prefecture Marquis, he could only sacrifice his reputation and offer Su Daji.
What was that?
Daji disagreed?
He had raised her, and now it was time for her to contribute to this family.
Fei Zhong and You Hun smiled in satisfaction when Su Hu agreed.
"Haha, Yi Zhou marquis, we knew you would make a clear choice.”
Fei Zhong laughed loudly.
Many of the officials who were on good terms with Su Hu heaved a sigh of relief.
Shang Rong looked at Fei Zhong and You Hun with disgust, then he asked them to escort Su Hu back to Yi Prefecture and bring Daji back.
He really didn't want to see these two guys anymore.
Fei Zhong and You Hun also accepted the order happily.
The two of them knew that Shang Rong had been unhappy with them for a long time and wanted to send them away.
They were happy to do so.
This was a good time to build a good relationship with Daji.
When the time comes, with Daji whispering in the King's ear, wouldn't their positions be more stable?
Soon, Fei Zhong and You Hun brought Su Hu back to Wing Prefecture.
When they arrived at the Wing Prefecture, they were overjoyed to find out that Su Hu had returned safely.
They had thought that not only Su Hu, but they were also doomed.
He did not expect things to turn around so quickly.
It was just a sacrifice of Daji. Not only could they exchange for the lives of their entire family, but they could also preserve their glory and wealth. No matter how they looked at it, it was worth it!
Everyone in the Su family was very happy, except for Su Daji…
She didn't like the notorious King at all.
However, in order to protect the Su family, she could only silently accept her fate.
Fei Zhong and You Hun did not treat Su Daji like how they treated Su Hu.
Not only was there a special convoy, but Su Daji was also assigned a maid and entourage.
Along the way, she was even more caring and warm than her mother.
However, it was obvious that Su Daji did not like these two sycophants and did not give them a good look.
One day, on their way to Zhaoge, a nine-tailed fox was watching them in secret.
"The one in the car must be Su Daji, right?”
Nine-Tailed Fox thought to herself.
Suddenly, a gust of demonic wind blew. For a moment, the entire convoy was in a mess, and no one could open their eyes.
Fei Zhong and You Hun were scared out of their wits as they hurriedly shouted.
"Protect Su Daji! Protect Su Daji!"
If anything happened to Su Daji, they would be dead for sure.
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