Shen Xi was given a severe "lesson" by Gu Beitian.

He deeply felt that with such subordinates, it would be difficult for him to enjoy a carefree life in the future.

Xing Xiuyan chuckled inwardly.

The leader sometimes even teases Premier Qi Xiuwen. But before he could even tease Gu Beitian, he simply told Gu Beitian to sit more casually, and Gu Beitian was immediately criticized.

It seems that the leaders' meetings will become even more interesting in the future.

Shen Xi glared at Xing Xiuyan.

They would gloat.

Seeing Shen Xi roll her eyes at Xing Xiuyan, Gu Beitian became even more serious: "Chief, as the lord, you cannot treat your subordinates like this."

Then he turned his gaze to Xing Xiuyan, his tone somewhat sharp: "The leader has been wronged, how can you, as someone close to the leader, secretly gloat?"

Xing Xiuyan felt as if she had met an elder who was instructing his descendants.

However, even the leaders acknowledged his great talent, and such a talented person should not be neglected.

He had no choice but to honestly admit his mistake and promise never to do it again.

Gu Beitian then let Xing Xiuyan go.

Chenxi was in a real bind.

If she had known that Gu Beitian was like this, would she have said anything and asked for trouble?

However, talented people are all individualistic, and as long as he can do things for her, she can tolerate him.

One flower does not make spring, but a hundred flowers blooming together make spring a garden full of life.

Gu Beitian and Qi Xiuwen are different.

Qi Xiuwen is a talent for management. He is adept at stabilizing the rear and governing the country.

However, when it comes to the overall situation of the world and where to go, the difference between him and Gu Beitian becomes apparent.

Shen Xi strongly suspects that Gu Beitian is not just a simple scholar.

Unable to contain her gossip, Chen Xi, despite Gu Beitian's seriousness, asked, "Beitian, were your ancestors either ministers who brought peace to the world, or capable people who lived in seclusion?"

Like the sages who secluded themselves in the mountains, they lived in seclusion during prosperous times and emerged during times of chaos.

Seeing Shen Xi's gossipy nature, Gu Beitian sighed, "Chief, talented people should not be questioned about their origins!"

"The leader started from humble beginnings, but now, if he puts aside his curiosity, he already has the aura of a ruler."

Well, this is another lesson for her.

Seeing that she couldn't get any answers, Chenxi stopped asking. As long as these talented people sincerely followed her, why bother asking about their background?

“I will not let down the great talent of Beitian.”

"Thank you for your trust, Commander!"

"If Beitian has nothing else to do, how about we have a meal together?"

Seeing that it was already noon, I was naturally hungry.

Gu Beitian nodded in agreement: "It is Beitian's good fortune to dine with the leader."

When Gu Beitian tasted the food Li Qin had prepared, his eyes lit up.

Ignoring the rules of "not speaking while eating or sleeping," he asked directly, "Sir, who prepared this food?"

Chenxi took a bite of the stir-fried shrimp, swallowed it, and said, "I will introduce all my subordinates to you later. This was made by our Xiaoqin; it's top-notch."

"good."

Gu Beitian then slowly savored the flavor of each dish.

I couldn't help but admire it.

The leader has such a good cook among his subordinates; I must befriend him, then I'll be in for a treat.

Gu Beitian is perfect in every way, except that he's a good eater.

Of course, this so-called shortcoming was pointed out by the master.

Gu Beitian never considered being a glutton a flaw.

Food culture is also a major concern for ordinary people.

Only when the people are well-fed can the country be at peace.

It was originally expected that Qi Xiuwen would not return for another day or two.

Who knew that Qi Xiuwen would dare to return that very afternoon.

Qi Xiuwen arrived at Chenxi's place travel-worn and without even having time to freshen up.

When I found Shenxi in the conference room, I was relieved to see that she looked calm and full of energy.

When Shen Xi saw Qi Xiuwen, it was as if she had seen a savior.

The amount of paperwork on the table can finally be reduced to just a few sheets.

Shen Xi immediately stood up and excitedly ran towards Qi Xiuwen. She stopped when she reached Qi Xiuwen's side and said, "Xiuwen, you're back."

Xing Xiuyan couldn't help but rub her forehead.

The leader is still young, how could he show such an expectant look?

It's like a young lady eagerly awaiting her husband's return home; when he finally comes, her excitement is indescribable.

Qi Xiuwen was startled.

They all forgot to bow.

Why is the leader so enthusiastic?

Is there something you need?

The last time the leader was so enthusiastic was when the well-drilling machine was built; she stared at Zhou Ren and felt an urge to lift him up.

"Sir, is there anything Xiuwen needs to do?"

Shenxi was so moved she wanted to cry. Xiuwen was so sensible; he knew I needed him to do things for me.

"Yes, Xiuwen, there are too many official documents."

Qi Xiuwen's lips twitched slightly.

I see.

"Sir, in fact, Lushan can handle many things. Why do you have to do everything yourself?"

“Lu Shan?” Shen Xi snorted. “Every time he sees me, he acts like a mouse seeing a cat. Whenever I ask him how to handle a certain matter, he always says, ‘Please give me your instructions, sir!’”

"He refuses to make any decisions, so how am I supposed to use him?"

Qi Xiuwen had not expected such an oversight to occur.

Lu Shan is a truly talented person, and he has no problem handling ordinary official duties.

But he had one flaw: a deep fear of Chenxi.

Qi Xiuwen thought he was just a little scared, but now he realized that he was far more than just a little scared; he was probably terrified to the extreme.

Qi Xiuwen sighed helplessly, "Chief, how about I wash up first and then help you with your official business?"

Shen Xi then noticed Qi Xiuwen's disheveled appearance.

I felt quite guilty.

"Xiuwen went to wash up; I was in a hurry."

Qi Xiuwen bowed and then walked out.

Shenxi added from the back, "Xiuwen, once you've finished washing up, come over and handle the official documents right away!"

Qi Xiuwen almost knelt down.

Upon learning that his commander was in danger, he sped up, handed over the horses and troops to Zhang Feng, and rushed back without stopping.

I never expected that the energetic leader would be so oblivious to his exhaustion.

Is this going to exhaust him to death?

Qi Xiuwen couldn't help but smile wryly: Wasn't this self-inflicted? He rushed back, only to be exhausted from approving official documents.

Seeing Qi Xiuwen's somewhat tired back, Xing Xiuyan couldn't help but say, "Chief, the Premier seems very tired."

Chen Xi laughed and said, "I know!"

Xing Xiuyan looked at Chen Xi with suspicion.

"Xiuwen wanted to exhaust his warhorse to death, to let him taste what it's like to be exhausted to death."

Xing Xiuyan couldn't help but feel sorry for the Premier.

Prime Minister, is this considered favoring horses over people?

"Sir, the Premier must have been worried about you, which is why he returned so quickly."

Chenxi snorted: "They came back in a group of more than twenty people, and that's more than twenty warhorses that they rode back. Do you know the value of a warhorse?"

When Shen Xi spoke of warhorses, his heartache was evident: "What if a warhorse dies or becomes crippled from exhaustion?"

Buying horses outside these days is much more expensive than buying people.