Finalizing the follow-up arrangements and additional details with the Su Family would still take some time.
However, Qin Yuan and Ning Fengzhi could not sit idle yet. Without official backing from the Heaven Dou Empire, the river bandits and officials along the route would inevitably suck them dry.
Once soldiers and bandits became one big family, they would have no way to conduct their business.
"Sect Master Ning, do you have anyone in mind to represent the imperial family in this partnership?" Qin Yuan asked.
Ning Fengzhi smiled and shook his head. "I'm an outsider to this business. Since you proposed it, sir, I imagine you already have someone in mind. Ideally, it should be someone who understands the trade, so communication will be easier in the future."
Seeing the ball kicked back into his court, Qin Yuan could only say, "I think Princess Xue Ke would be a good choice."
Princess Xue Ke did not participate in the imperial family's internal struggles, nor would she become an heir to the throne. She was the most suitable choice.
Of course, Princess Xue Ke was somewhat weak-willed. Although she did not support Xue Qinghe's bid for the throne, she was very close to him.
Choosing Princess Xue Ke would not affect the balance within the imperial family in the short term. But it would undoubtedly place her at the eye of the storm, making her someone Xue Beng and Xue Qinghe would fight fiercely to win over.
Thus, Princess Xue Ke could only serve as the imperial family's representative in this business. She could not be allowed to participate in its actual management.
This time, Ning Fengzhi only offered advice rather than making any concrete decisions. "If we choose Princess Xue Ke, we must select a neutral official to assist her.