The simple smiles and sincere words of the people made them feel the warmth and vitality of this land, and laughter echoed in every corner of the market.

And so, as we strolled along, stopping to admire and play, time slipped away like sand through our fingers.

Before they knew it, a month and a half had passed before they finally arrived at Jinxiu County.

Looking at the tall, majestic, and imposing city gate of the county town, with the mottled marks on the city wall telling the story of the vicissitudes of time, Qin Qianluo breathed a long sigh of relief.

His gaze unconsciously fell on the carriage that had accompanied them on their long journey, and he frowned slightly.

Looking back on the journey, they did not deliberately delay their trip; every step was taken spontaneously and according to their own whims.

However, the carriage's slow speed made the journey much longer than expected.

Although most of the official roads have now been paved with smooth cement, bidding farewell to the muddy and bumpy roads of the past.

However, the carriage's speed was still unsatisfactory, failing to meet Qin Qianluo's expectations for efficient travel.

She turned to look at Lin Fu, and saw him with a satisfied and contented smile on his face as he stepped off the carriage with light and cheerful steps.

His eyes revealed his enjoyment and reminiscence of this leisurely journey.

It seemed that the long journey did not tire him at all; on the contrary, it made him even more immersed in the leisurely atmosphere.

A sense of helplessness welled up in Qin Qianluo's heart, and she silently communicated with Feng Qingyun in her mind, "What if it were just our own people, without Lord Lin accompanying us?"

I could have driven here; I wouldn't have been stuck on this long journey, wasting more than a month.

Sigh... I don't know how many interesting things I've missed along the way, and I wonder if people back in the capital are getting impatient.

Feng Qingyun immediately responded, her tone filled with urgency and excitement: "Luo Bao is absolutely right!"

Why don't we discuss it with Lord Lin and ask him to return to the capital to report back first, while we stay here a little longer?

Enjoy the local customs and culture of Jinxiu County, sample the local delicacies, and then drive back home after you've had your fill of fun. That would be so relaxing and convenient, and it would save you a lot of time.

After hearing this, Qin Qianluo sighed softly and looked towards the distant fields full of vitality and hope.

He calmly said, "Forget it, since we've already arrived, there's no need to worry about the speed anymore."

Since the roads are all paved, riding in a horse-drawn carriage isn't as bumpy and uncomfortable as it used to be. Let's treat it as a different kind of slow travel and enjoy this leisurely and pleasant time.

Moreover, Lord Lin accompanied us all the way and helped us a lot, so it wouldn't be appropriate to send him back alone.

Perhaps this leisurely journey is a unique experience in itself.

After saying that, she took a deep breath of the fresh air unique to Jinxiu County, which was filled with the fragrance of soil and the aroma of grass.

When Qin Qianluo and Feng Qingyun's words reached his ears, Lin Fu's enthusiastic smile froze instantly, as if a pause button had been pressed, becoming extremely stiff.

A hint of unease flashed in his eyes as he keenly caught the subtle glances from the servants and guards beside him.

Those gazes carried a hint of barely perceptible inquiry, as if they were speculating about his reaction after hearing those words.

It also contained a hint of subtle teasing, as if watching an interesting show.

This made Lin Fu feel extremely uncomfortable, as if countless ants were crawling all over his body.

He subconsciously raised his hand and awkwardly touched his nose, trying to dispel the awkward atmosphere that surrounded him with this inconspicuous gesture.

However, if anyone naively believes that this minor embarrassment will make Lin Fu turn back and leave, they would be sorely mistaken.

Lin Fu knew perfectly well that countless high-ranking officials, nobles, and literati dreamed of the fiefdom of the Prince of Jinrui Zhao.

This land is steeped in countless legendary tales, bearing witness to its unique customs and traditions and its mysterious development trajectory.

It attracts countless people who yearn for it, but can only sigh in vain, ultimately unable to take even half a step inside.

He went through countless hardships and went through a great deal of trouble.

We finally managed to secure this precious opportunity to travel together, how could we possibly give it up so easily over such a trivial matter?

He knew very well that the only way was to stay and become deeply involved in the affairs of King Jinrui Zhao.

Only then will they have more opportunities to access knowledge, unique insights, and exquisite ways of dealing with the world that are difficult for others to obtain.

These valuable gains will become his most precious assets on his life's journey, helping him to continuously move forward on his career path and in life.

As for the complaints from King Jinrui and Feng Qingyun, Lin Fu didn't take them to heart at all.

After all, even the emperor had been mercilessly teased by these two "witty people".

Compared to the Emperor's "treatment," his own little "encounter" was utterly insignificant and posed no threat whatsoever.

To follow King Jinrui Zhao, one must have such an open-minded attitude and not be influenced by such trivial words.