CHAPTER 477: CHAPTER 411 MAJOR EVENT_2

Yu Wenqian smiled faintly and said, "Feng Chen, over the years, it has been you who have fulfilled filial duties by father’s side, and it is also you who have brought honor to our family with your achievements. I, as the elder brother, feel very ashamed. Now that I’m back, it’s not about reliance, but with our united efforts, I believe there’s nothing we cannot achieve."

"...!"

Yu Wenye’s eyes lit up, and he immediately said, "Alright!"

After speaking, the two of them raised their cups and drank the wine in their cups together.

Sitting in the center, Yu Wenquan finally showed a gratified smile when he saw such a scene of brotherly harmony. He patted his knee with one hand and repeatedly laughed, saying, "Good, very good!"

Then, looking at Yu Wenqian, he said, "Over the years, Ye’er has indeed been dedicated to the family, and now that you, as the elder brother, have returned, you should also take on your responsibilities."

Yu Wenqian bowed his head and said, "I understand, father."

Yu Wenquan then smiled warmly at Yu Wenye and said, "Ye’er, you have been rushing around everywhere over the past year or so, and it has indeed been hard on you, and Ru Yi has also suffered a lot of grievances. From now on, you should spend more time with her, and also work on expanding our Yuwen family’s branches..."

"Father,"

Yu Wenye interrupted him again, but this time, his attitude was not strong. He just glanced at his wife beside him, seeming to recall what had just happened in the room. Both felt a bit embarrassed, and Yu Wenye immediately said, "Let these things happen naturally."

"How can they happen naturally? You brothers are not young anymore."

"..."

"And Qian’er..."

Mentioning this matter, as a father, Yu Wenquan seemed to grow more enthusiastic again, not minding being interrupted by his son. He turned to look at Yu Wenqian, about to speak but held back due to the presence of Shang Ruyi.

At this moment, an awkward atmosphere filled the dining hall.

Shang Ruyi lowered her head even further.

Although Yu Wenquan didn’t finish his sentence, everyone in the dining hall actually understood what he wanted to say — after all, Yu Wenye had already married, but his elder brother was still single. This was rare in noble families, and he ought to be pressed by the elders, but with Shang Ruyi present, Yu Wenquan was probably considering her feelings and didn’t speak out.

Instead, it was Yu Wenqian who smiled and said, "Father, with significant matters at hand, let’s postpone these discussions for now."

The "significant matters" he mentioned changed the atmosphere in the dining hall once more.

Even Yu Wenquan’s eyes flashed with a hint of sparkle.

After all, now he was the Grand Chancellor of the Da Ye Dynasty, second only to the emperor, and also the illustrious Duke Sheng, whose ambition extended far beyond family matters. When talking about "significant matters," his mind naturally envisioned something else.

Especially since it was something that had just been relayed.

At this point, Yu Wenye said, "Speaking of brotherly unity, there is indeed a matter that requires your support, elder brother."

"Oh?"

Yu Wenqian slightly raised his eyebrows, looked at him and smiled subtly, "Feng Chen, are you referring to—"

Yu Wenye said, "The news just came from the Ministry of War. I’m sure you have also heard, Xue Xian is leading an army of three hundred thousand towards Daxing City, and they are now close to reaching Fufeng. If he truly captures Fufeng, there will be no shield for the eastern advance, and I’m afraid Daxing City will face another disaster like Luoyang."

"..."

"Therefore, it concerns the safety of Daxing City, and even of the whole court."

"..."

"I want to lead the troops to aid Fufeng and repel Xue Xian."

Yu Wenye said, with a determined gaze at Yu Wenqian, "I hope elder brother can support me." Then he turned to Yu Wenquan, "I also hope father, you can grant me permission."

As soon as he said this, the entire dining hall fell silent again.

Beside him, Shang Ruyi opened her eyes wide in surprise —

Why would Yu Wenye be so direct in raising this request?

Although the two of them had just discussed this in the room, it was ultimately a matter of national military importance. Moreover, in front of them sat the princely heir Yu Wenqian, who had just returned to the Yuwen Mansion. Even if Yu Wenye desired this achievement and wanted to go to war, he should have moderated his words first.

Yet unexpectedly, he was so straightforward.

But in the next moment, looking at Yu Wenqian opposite them, who remained calm without any surprise, Shang Ruyi regained her composure.

Yu Wenye understood the current situation better than herself.

He also understood this elder brother.