There was also Duoshou, who was the deputy chief steward and served by Princess Xie's side.
"You're too kind, Governor Zhou!"
Duofu smiled warmly and stepped aside to avoid Zhou Wencheng's greeting.
Times have changed. Zhou Wencheng is no longer the chief secretary of the Prince's Palace, but the governor of a prefecture.
As the chief eunuch of a prince's palace, Duofu should not accept greetings from others. Being too presumptuous would also be suspected of being arrogant and domineering.
He bowed slightly, "This servant is here on the orders of the Prince and the Empress to congratulate Governor Zhou on his promotion and housewarming!"
Before Zhou Wencheng could speak, he took a rectangular box from the eunuch behind him.
"These are all tokens of the Prince and the Empress's kindness, so please do not refuse, Governor Zhou!"
Duofu's words were polite, yet carried a subtle threat.
Zhou Wencheng hesitated for a moment, but finally accepted the box. "This humble official thanks Your Highness and Your Majesty for the gift!"
He expressed his gratitude, but there was no joy on his face.
Judging from his expression, it was as if he had just picked up a hot potato.
Upon seeing this, Duofu couldn't help but smile even more. "Prefect Zhou, this is a truly generous gift! You must not disappoint the Prince and the Empress's kindness!"
After saying this, Duofu turned and left.
Zhou Wencheng: ...A grand gift?
What wonderful gift?
It shouldn't be something mundane like gold or silver.
Others might bribe the governor, but the King and Queen of Yue certainly wouldn't, nor would they need to.
So, what exactly is in this box?
Zhou Wencheng dared not hope for any grand gift; he only hoped it wouldn't cause him any trouble!
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