Nangong Zeyue was completely overthinking things. Jiang Shuyue was the type to speak her mind directly, and she wouldn't play the lingering, sentimental game with him.
Jiang Shuyue glanced at the things he was packing and saw a two-foot-long wooden box on the table, which looked like the wooden box he always carried with him.
She turned around and saw Qiuju outside the window. She reached into her sleeve with her right hand and took out several porcelain bottles, placing them on the table.
Nangong Zeyue had seen the porcelain bottle she used to store poison. He picked up a porcelain bottle and held it in his hand, his eyes filled with sadness.
"Moon Maiden, you have done so much for me, how can I ever repay your kindness in this lifetime?"
"Nangong Zeyue, there's no need for thanks or repayment for our friendship."
Jiang Shuyue took the white porcelain bottles from his hand and put them all into the wooden box to prevent them from colliding and breaking. She then found some cotton cloths and wrapped each bottle separately.
As she packed the package, she said, "Don't hesitate if someone attacks you. There's a slow-acting poison here, while the others are fast-acting."
"When using poison, remember to observe the wind direction. Even if you stand in the wind, hold your breath before sprinkling it out. Be quick and decisive, and don't give the other person a chance to react."
Jiang Shuyue was like a nagging old mother giving advice to her son who was about to leave.
Nangong Zeyue responded occasionally, but her gaze remained fixed on that stunningly beautiful face.
Jiang Shuyue looked up and met Nangong Zeyue's melancholy gaze. "You've memorized everything?"
Nangong Zeyue quickly looked away. "I've remembered, Yue Niang. Don't worry, Sui Sui told me about the names of these medicines a long time ago, and I also know a little about their properties."
Nangong Zeyue turned around and walked to the wardrobe, putting the last piece of clothing into her bundle.
Jiang Shuyue inadvertently caught a glimpse of red peeking out from the bundle.
Without a second thought, she launched into a long and detailed explanation of her philosophy on governance.
"Remember to keep the power of discourse in your hands; guiding public opinion can often have unexpected effects."
Nangong Zeyue nodded repeatedly, "I understand. Water can carry a boat, but it can also capsize it. Restaurants and teahouses are the best way to make a message."
"When you need it, you can also take advantage of people's reverence for gods to achieve your desired goals."
Jiang Shuyue paused for a moment and then said, "You were born to the Empress, so you should become the Crown Prince. With power in your hands, you can ensure that the people live in peace and prosperity and become a wise ruler."
"Moon Maiden, thank you for your help and guidance. I will not let those people get away with the suffering my mother has endured over the years. I will use the seeds you gave me to make the people's lives more and more prosperous."
Seeing that Nangong Zeyue had regained her fighting spirit, Jiang Shuyue gave her a gratified smile.
"I believe you will make Liang more prosperous and powerful than before. Remember, he who wins the hearts of the people wins the world; this is an immutable law."
"Moon Lady, how do you know so much?"
Nangong Zeyue had always known that Jiang Shuyue was highly learned and talented.
He hadn't expected her to know so much about governing a country.
After Nangong Zeyue finished packing the last bundle, the two sat down and talked for a while.
Before she had even finished her tea, Qiuju announced, "Miss, Uncle Lin has arrived."
"Please come in quickly."
Jiang Shuyue and Nangong Zeyue looked towards the door at almost the same time and said in unison.
Before he could finish speaking, Lin Miaoshou walked in with a serious expression.
Nangong Zeyue stood up and bowed. "Uncle-Master, this courtyard was bought with your retirement money that I misappropriated. I'm leaving it for you to use in your old age. Yue Niang lives next door, so I feel at ease with her taking care of you."
Lin Miaoshou glared at him unhappily, "You heartless brat, just leaving like that? You're the future crown prince of Liang Kingdom, why didn't you tell your uncle you were going to Liang Kingdom to retire!"
“Uncle-Master, that’s not what I meant. I was just worried that you wouldn’t be used to living in a foreign country. Of course, I would welcome you to stay in Liang Kingdom if you’re willing.” Nangong Zeyue said, and then reached out to tug at Lin Miaoshou’s sleeve as she always did.
Lin Miaoshou slapped Nangong Zeyue's hand away, "You have to promise your martial uncle that you will practice hard when you get back. Don't be afraid of hardship. There are dangers everywhere there. Your master is not by your side. You have to protect yourself."
"Uncle-Master, don't worry about me. With the help of my fellow disciples, once I get back and confirm my identity, the first thing I'll do is remove Mo Ziyan's thorn in my side, and then deal with him."
Nangong Zeyue had already made up her mind: returning to Liang would inevitably lead to a bloody storm.
It was a matter of life or death, separating him and his mother for over twenty years, and they were still plotting to kill him.
If that cheap emperor refuses to give him and his mother a fair explanation, he might as well use other means to kill him.
For once, Lin Miaoshou gave Nangong Zeyue a thumbs up. "Yes, don't be soft-hearted. They are not your relatives, but enemies, enemies who want your life at any time."
In Nangong Zeyue's heart, his family is in Wanling.
Jiang Shuyue nodded repeatedly, listening quietly as Lin Miaoshou gave instructions to Nangong Zeyue.
After talking for a while, Lin Miaoshou was still not at ease with this unreliable junior apprentice.
"If you can't beat them in Wanling, you can come back to Wanling. You don't need that damned title of prince."
As Lin Miaoshou finished speaking, she could no longer hold back her emotions of parting, and her eyes instantly filled with tears.
Seeing this, Jiang Shuyue interjected to comfort him, "Uncle Lin, you have to trust him. I've prepared a whole box of good stuff for him. It'll be more than enough to deal with those brainless scoundrels."
Lin Miaoshou then came to his senses, "Yes, yes, Yue'er knows how to make poisons. With those poisons, Uncle-Master can finally put his mind at ease."
"Also, remember to write to your master often. Your fellow disciples brought carrier pigeons down the mountain, including all the carrier pigeons from the capital."
Lin Miaoshou glanced at Jiang Shuyue and continued, "You and Yue'er are destined to be apart. You often send letters to let the Emperor know you are safe and sound. He probably won't mind."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Shuyue felt that Lin Miaoshou's words had gone astray.
She picked up the thread, "Uncle Lin, Young Master Nangong can write to me anytime. This is our private matter and has nothing to do with the Emperor."
"Silly girl, what do you think..."
Lin Miaoshou shook her head, swallowing back the words that were on the tip of her tongue.
"Moon Maiden, I don't know when we'll meet again after I leave. I'm entrusting my uncle to you."
Lin Miaoshou doted on this junior apprentice no less than a father would, so Nangong Zeyue was naturally very reluctant to part with him.
His fellow disciples went with him to the Liang Kingdom, leaving his uncle truly all alone in the capital.
Jiang Shuyue leaned forward slightly and winked playfully at Lin Miaoshou.
"Uncle Lin, didn't you tell him about Aunt Du? It's come to this point, you should tell him, so he won't keep worrying about you having no one to take care of you."
"No, nothing at all, don't talk nonsense, you little brat." Lin Miaoshou blushed and stammered.
Nangong Zeyue was completely confused. She looked at Jiang Shuyue and then turned to look at Lin Miaoshou.
"Aunt Du, Uncle-Master, is the Aunt Du that Yue Niang mentioned Miss Du's aunt? What's the matter between you two?"
Jiang Shuyue: "What else could it be? You'll soon have a master's wife."
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
