Lin Chen, who was following closely behind them to protect them, couldn't help but glance at them again and again.

He couldn't figure it out, and he hadn't seen the emperor stop to buy anything earlier, so where did this red bracelet come from?

Lin Chen shuddered and decided it was best not to say anything.

His business is none of theirs to interfere in their affairs.

After making sure the bracelet was on, Yun Qing lowered her hand, and her fair wrist was immediately covered by her hanging sleeve.

Xie Rang withdrew his gaze and instructed Shunfeng, "Go and buy some pastries."

I noticed that the Grand Tutor had glanced in that direction several times, but that pastry shop was crowded and the sun was strong. Xie Rang couldn't let Yun Qing wait there; he had plenty of capable people around him.

Shunfeng couldn't wait to escape this troublesome place. He gave Lin Chen a wink and hurriedly said, "Please wait a moment, gentlemen, I'll go right away."

Lin Chen closed his eyes tightly, feeling as if he had been given a hint about something.

The town is small; a little further on, it no longer becomes a bustling market, but rather a vast expanse of fertile fields, lush and green, with a stream flowing beside it and a waterwheel turning quietly—a scene of serene beauty.

Yun Qing had been quite depressed during her time on the ship, but now, seeing this lively scene, she felt as if her eyes had been cleansed.

An idea suddenly came to her mind.

If I successfully retire in the future, I definitely want to buy a house here so I can vacation anytime!

Being a powerful minister is too tiring. Yun Qing had already planned her future life. When she handed over her work, she would bring up the matter of retirement with Xie Rang. After being busy for so many years, it was time to take a good rest.

Xie Rang listened quietly; it was impossible for the Grand Tutor to leave.

If it weren't for the thought that revealing his purpose too early would frighten the Grand Tutor, Xie Rang would have already wanted to do many outrageous things. He planned to take advantage of the trip to calm down and let the Grand Tutor soften his heart.

But leaving is impossible.

"The planting methods here are quite interesting." Yun Qing exclaimed as she watched the fish swimming leisurely in the rice paddies, "The wisdom of the people is boundless."

Even in ancient times when material resources were underdeveloped, people had already learned to utilize symbiotic systems. Whether it was rice-fish co-culture or mulberry-dike-fishpond systems, these are all important agricultural cultural heritages that would later become important. If there were agricultural scientists present, they would certainly appreciate this on-site historical knowledge.

When Yunqing first moved to a different world, she found it hard to adjust. But as it turns out, people are very adaptable, and Yunqing is now used to finding enjoyment in her peaceful life.

However, she is usually quite busy, so she doesn't feel particularly bored.

"If you like it, teacher, I can accompany you out more often in the future."

Xie Rang was extremely considerate. He quietly included himself in Yun Qing's plans, carefully observing her reactions, his heart slowly rising.

Yun Qing glanced at him unhurriedly, neither refusing nor agreeing: "Let's talk about it when you have time. Rouran is watching us like a tiger, and we don't know when they will make a comeback. Da Xi looks good, but it has decayed and rotted too much inside. These things... cannot be accomplished overnight."

The arrival of Xie Rang as emperor was both a blessing and a curse for the Great Xi Dynasty. He was intelligent and resourceful, and given enough time, he could have subdued the Rouran. However, he died young, which seemed to foreshadow the end of the Great Xi Dynasty. The fall of the country was ordained by Heaven.

From this perspective, the future still looks bleak.

Xie Rang smiled obediently: "Even the teacher can see it."

Even if it's just for the sake of the Grand Tutor, Xie Rang would do all of these things.

If she stayed in the first place so that she could become a wise ruler, Xie Rang thought, then a peaceful and prosperous era would definitely be more attractive.

"Okay, I'll wait."

Yun Qing had no doubt about the young emperor's methods. She had seen the future that Xie Rang could grow into before anyone else, and now it was just a process of verification.

Barring any unforeseen events, the Rouran are no match for them.

Fortunately, it wasn't the busy farming season, so there weren't many people in the fields. They strolled along the road at their own pace, which didn't seem too out of place.

Shunfeng, who had bought the pastries, hurriedly caught up with them. He didn't dare to look up and see what was going on, and quickly handed the pastries over: "Please try them, gentlemen."

This place is famous for its sweets, especially its pastries. Even Yun Qing, who doesn't have a sweet tooth, ate several pieces, let alone Xie Rang, who has loved sweets since childhood.

The young emperor, concerned with his image, stopped immediately when he saw her stop, and looked at her innocently, as if asking her what she was doing.

Yun Qing chuckled: "Alright, would I make fun of you? I know your likes and dislikes from childhood to adulthood. Hurry up and eat."

[I'm not some strict teacher. He's the emperor now, and to not even have this much freedom is just too stifling. And this little tyrant isn't exactly known for his propriety either; why is he suddenly hesitant at this crucial moment?]

Xie Rang sighed. He just didn't want the Grand Tutor to continue treating him like a child, but it didn't work.

"Hey, you in the back, Cui Li, don't keep such detailed records of these little things. Just relax a bit now that you're out here."

Cui Li was the historian who followed Xie Rang. He was shy and introverted. When he saw Yun Qing suddenly greet him, he was stunned for a moment, and then quickly nodded: "Okay."

Recording words and actions doesn't mean recording everything; as long as it's truthful, that's enough. Official Cui wouldn't be inflexible about such a small matter.

Now that everything was settled, Yunqing picked up a piece of pastry: "That's good, eat up."

Xie Rang followed the steps, lowered his head slightly, and ate the pastry from Yun Qing's hand, feeling a sweet joy. His eyes were obedient as he said, "Teacher understands me best."

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