As soon as Emperor Yan spoke, Ah Jiu was greatly surprised, and Empress Dowager Mo was equally shocked, though her face showed no sign of it.
The position of the official in charge of the Ministry of Revenue is crucial, managing the nation's finances. And this position is indeed a substantive vacancy. Is it really okay to just give it to him like this?
"Imperial Brother, is this appropriate?" Ah Jiu was somewhat hesitant.
Seeing his hesitation, Emperor Yan said, "What, do you still want to decline? Ah Jiu, you are coming of age this year. You have never formally taken charge of any duties before. Even the trip to Nanyue was a secret mission. Now that you are back, it is time to take on responsibilities. Or do you still want to be idle?"
Ah Jiu hurriedly said, "Imperial Brother, Mingyuan and the others are also grown up. Don't you think it's time for them to..."
