"However, during this period, not only was a ceasefire agreement signed, but the Emperor also met with the envoys of the allied tribes one by one and signed more than twenty smaller agreements. The Pei family has also encountered trouble, and the Emperor is working day and night, so the rewards have not yet been decided."
"Fortunately, it wasn't finalized yet, giving you time to prepare. Otherwise, I'm afraid the Qiao family from the capital would have beaten you to it."
“Miss Qiao, the Qiao family in the capital is watching this matter. Your portrait and handwriting might be blocked when sent to those generals. I will use the Pei family’s resources to avoid the Qiao family’s gaze.”
The Qiao family wanted to seize Qiao Lian'er's credit, and they went to great lengths to do so, which shows their firm determination.
They will spare no effort to achieve this goal.
"If it becomes a case that needs to be tried, the Qiao family of the capital, as the censors, will definitely participate, and the Pei family will arrange more capable people for them."
Qiao Lian'er was initially uneasy because she had done what she was supposed to do, but she didn't know if things would go smoothly along the way. If any link was blocked, it would mean total failure.
"I will have someone investigate Miss Qiao's background. The Qiao family does have a daughter who was raised in a temple since childhood, but she may not have been called by this name from the beginning. All of this will be thoroughly investigated."
"Let's talk about these developments in three days, Miss Qiao. Would you like to appear in my dreams again then?"
Qiao Lian'er, who had been listening with a serious expression, was now at a loss for words, both amused and exasperated.
She almost forgot that Pei Zhujin thought he was dreaming.
However, this misunderstanding is for the best; otherwise, the Pei brothers might not know how to deal with such a situation.
"Okay, let's arrange to meet at 9 PM."
Pei Zhujin smiled and said, "Talking to you about this makes me feel much more relaxed. Although I know you also have a crisis on your side and things are urgent, it's always different when we face it together."
Qiao Lian'er felt a warmth in her heart. Perhaps, this was the meaning of friendship.
After saying so much, she was tired and said goodbye to Pei Zhujin.
Pei Zhujin put down his pen and walked towards the soft couch, lying down on it again. He couldn't tell if it was a good dream or a nightmare, but he just didn't want to wake up now.
A figure stood outside the curtain in the study.
Pei Shijiu came over to check on the situation after hearing the sound of the desk being broken.
Seeing that his older brother had fallen asleep again, Pei Shijiu went into the study.
The ink was still wet when the words were written, filling several large sheets of Xuan paper, with the brushstrokes flowing and dynamic.
He picked up the Xuan paper and looked at each sheet one by one. His expression gradually turned cold, as if he were soaked in ice and frost. His still somewhat childish eyebrows and eyes revealed sharpness and a surge of murderous intent.
He gripped the Xuan paper on both sides and suddenly moved it, causing the paper to wrinkle considerably and almost tear it to shreds, but he still managed to restrain himself.
He took a deep breath without making a sound, and then slowly put the Xuan paper back on the table.
He stood there for an unknown amount of time; the moonlight outside disappeared at some point, and the heavy darkness of the night shone upon his face.
Finally, Pei Shijiu went out.
Perhaps due to exhaustion from the previous night, Pei Zhujin slept soundly until dawn.
The sunlight shone on his face, so bright and dazzling that he raised his hand to shield his eyes as he stood up.
He walked to the desk, wanting to have a sip of cool tea, but when his gaze fell on the Xuan paper, he was jolted as if struck by lightning.
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