He Lin shook his head; he was still worried that his vast empire would fall into enemy hands.
"How can they compare to you? Are you so sure that Northern Qi won't go to war this year?"
Gu Qian: "I need time. I will personally take to the field within the next six months to a year."
Regarding the war, things are subject to many changes, and he didn't want to make any promises to He Lin.
He Lin felt relieved after hearing this, but he was still somewhat worried.
Are you sure?
When it comes to fighting, he is even more eager than Gu Qian.
"Of course there are," Gu Qian said, then strode towards his dormitory.
...The next day, Gu Qian went to the palace to meet the emperor and discuss matters concerning the military camp.
Today, Qiu Yan went to a clothing store again.
The clothing shop owner was as enthusiastic as ever.
Qiu Yan looked up and selected for a long time before finally settling her gaze on a light white robe.
Bai Lu, who was following closely beside her, looked at the robe that Qiu Yan was pointing to. She thought that Qiu Yan probably wanted to return the favor by sending Gu Qian a robe in return.
Qiu Yan looked at it for a moment, then said to the clothing store owner, "I'll take that one."
The shopkeeper looked at Qiu Yan, then at the robe she was pointing to. "Miss, are you sure?"
Qiu Yan nodded: "Confirmed."
Qiu Yan took the robe from the shopkeeper and went to the fitting room.
Bai Lu couldn't help but purse her lips; she had misunderstood. Qiu Yan wanted to buy clothes for herself.
When Qiu Yan reappeared, her black hair was pulled up high and tied with a ribbon, with a simple hairpin inserted diagonally into her bun.
Her makeup also changed.
A pale white robe enveloped her body, with a wide, moon-white belt adorned with auspicious cloud patterns cinching her waist.
On his belt hung a jade pendant identical to Gu Qian's.
Her clothes, like the radiance of snow and moonlight, flowed and cascaded over her body.
Her outfit makes her look exactly like a handsome young man.
Qiu Yan, disguised as a man, captivated Bai Lu, who was staring intently at her.
"You look so beautiful today, my lady."
Qiu Yan found it hard to believe that these words came from Bai Lu's mouth. "Bai Lu, are you sure it's pretty?"
Bai Lu has the demeanor of a chivalrous woman; since we met, she has never praised anyone.
"Handsome and refined."
Bai Lu thought that Qiu Yan looked much better today than that Ling Qi.
She doubted her judgment once again.
Qiu Yan is skilled in business, literature, and martial arts. If she were a man, she would definitely have feelings for him.
After leaving the clothing store, Qiu Yan went to Xingyue Tower again to see if Zhou Shao had returned.
This time, she went directly to the main building of Xingyue.
Compared to Baiyang, Xingyuelou in Shangjin City is undoubtedly more spacious and upscale, and its prices are inevitably higher. However, it has fewer diners than Baiyang.
The competition here is much fiercer.
"Please come in, esteemed guests." As soon as Qiu Yan and her companion arrived outside Xingyue Tower, a waiter greeted them with a smile.
"Brother, has your boss returned yet?" Qiu Yan asked in a low voice, trying her best to conceal her female identity.
The waiter shook his head. "No." He hadn't seen his employer in a long time.
Looking at Qiu Yan, he asked in confusion, "Young master, what brings you to our master's office? I will report back as soon as he returns."
"Business matters." Hearing no news, Qiu Yan was somewhat suspicious. Could it be that Zhou Shao had returned by oxcart this week?
As she finished speaking, she suddenly heard a melodious song, and she looked up at the second floor.
On the second floor, a father and daughter sat in front of the railing, intently performing for money.
The elderly father lowered his eyes and played the erhu, his hands moving with varying speed and strength.
The daughter beside him was singing a poignant little tune.
The melodious music captivated the diners.
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