"I don't believe you. Give me a reasonable reason."
"Giving His Majesty the innate Dao body is simply because we are cooperating and sharing the profits; you will receive your rightful share."
Secondly, this can be considered as me repaying the kindness of the Emperor Emeritus and Empress Dowager for raising me over the years.
As for dealing with floods in the seven southern continents, that falls within the purview of the General Assembly.
In order to prevent greater civil unrest and reduce tragedies in the world,
As for resisting the Northern Barbarians, it was also to provide a suitable living environment for the people on the border who had long been oppressed by barbarians.
The reason we're agreeing to help you repair the Imperial Seal now is to plan ahead for unforeseen situations that may arise in the future.
Everything I've done has never been based on personal feelings. Even if I had to do it all over again, I would still choose to do it this way.
Furthermore, the materials required for repairing the Imperial Seal are extremely expensive and will incur additional costs. I will send the bill to His Majesty later. For now, let's proceed strictly by official business.
Please don't involve any more emotional issues. If there's nothing else, may I leave now?
Shen Zhao calmly stated his purpose, his eyes were very firm, and he did not seem to be faking it at all.
Yu Xiyan bit her lower lip and murmured, "No matter what, you helped me. Will you come back with me? I'll give you a surprise."
Shen Zhao shrugged: "Sorry, I don't like life in the palace. All I want in this life is to see this beautiful land and experience more of the people and things in the martial world."
As for the so-called surprises, I believe life itself is a series of surprises, because no one can predict what will happen tomorrow.
This kind of surprise is far more exciting and real than those inexplicable moments of self-indulgence.
"You've never lived with me, so how can you be so sure you don't like it?" Yu Xiyan pressed. "If you enjoy traveling the world, I won't stop you. I'll accompany you wherever you want to go."
Shen Zhao didn't want to argue with her any longer, so he quickly put away the imperial seal: "Alright, Your Majesty, I will repair the imperial seal as soon as possible. You can send someone to retrieve it then."
"Settle the bill while you're at it. As for the amount, I doubt a ruler of a nation would risk losing face over such trivial matters."
Yu Xiyan: "I want you to personally escort him back to the palace."
Shen Zhao: "I'm sorry, but I can't do it. I swore on the day I left Chang'an that I would never return to Chang'an in this life. So please give up this unrealistic idea, Your Majesty, and don't embarrass me. Thank you."
Yu Xiyan was startled and stared blankly at Shen Zhao.
After a long silence, she asked in a trembling voice, "Why? Chang'an is your home!"
“I used to think that place was my home, but after experiencing a lot, I realized that what I called home was just wishful thinking.”
Thinking back on her experiences in her previous nine lives, Shen Zhao felt a pang of sadness.
Is Chang'an really my home?
Never!
Home is a warm place, a safe haven after you've worked hard and given everything for it.
Instead of one-sided giving, what you receive in return is deeper suspicion, indifference, and ruthless betrayal.
Thinking of this, Shen Zhao felt agitated. He took the wine gourd from his waist and drank a mouthful of osmanthus wine.
When did you learn to drink alcohol?
"A man of the martial world is never without his wine. Is Your Majesty surprised?"
"But I remember you never drink alcohol."
"Your Majesty is mistaken; I have always drunk alcohol."
Yu Xiyan was taken aback, a hint of guilt appearing on her face as she seemed to recall something.
Hanging the wine gourd back on his waist, Shen Zhao waved his hand and said, "If there's nothing else, I'll be going now. Don't worry, the Imperial Seal will be returned on time. You don't need to worry that I'll embezzle it; after all, I'm still waiting to make some extra money with it."
Just as she reached the door, Shen Zhao suddenly remembered something and added, "Oh, right, I'm not your husband. Don't talk nonsense to others in the future. It's not good for your reputation or mine. I'm leaving!"
Yu Xiyan was taken aback and wanted to explain something, but watching his departing figure, she ultimately held back.
"In this life, no matter what, I will make up for everything I owed you in the last life. I will make up for your grievances and your loneliness tenfold."
...
As soon as they stepped out of the courtyard, Shangguan Qiuyue stopped Shen Zhao: "Shen Zhao, how long do you intend to cause trouble? Do you know what has happened in the capital during this time?"
"What does what happens in the capital have to do with me?" Shen Zhao asked with a smile. "You don't think a former deputy commander of the Jing'an Division can influence the future direction of the capital, do you?"
Shangguan Qiuyue angrily said, "Why did you refuse the marriage arranged for you by the Emperor Emeritus? Do you know how much impact this will have on His Majesty and even the royal family?"
"What on earth are you people thinking?" Shen Zhao was speechless. "Is there nothing else you do all day except love and romance?"
Respect is earned, not given. Besides, I, Chen Zhao, don't have the face to make even the royal family lose face.
"Don't try to put on airs with me; you're not qualified to lecture me."
"you!"
Shangguan Qiuyue was furious and immediately drew her long sword, pointing it at Shen Zhao.
Just then, a mocking laugh rang out behind Shen Zhao: "Hey sister, I advise you not to point your sword at my boss, or you might be in big trouble."
Turning his head, he saw that Su Yunying had appeared in the Heavenly Absolute Holy Land at some point.
Shangguan Qiuyue was taken aback: "Who are you? What is your relationship with me?"
Su Yunying walked around to Shen Zhao's side, took his arm, leaned her head on his shoulder, and smiled gently: "Look at us like this, what kind of relationship do we have?"
"Shen Zhao! You...you actually..."
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