Jiang Nuan wasn't being overly sympathetic; she was just not quite used to it.
She understands all the principles she should know, yet she still can't see people as animals.
Seeing that Qi Yong had misunderstood, he couldn't help but laugh out loud, "Don't worry, I know what's important."
She wondered, did she think she was such a brainless person?
If Qi Yong heard this, he would definitely answer with absolute certainty: Yes.
He had never seen such a bold person before. Although he was insightful, he had no sense of caution.
My master, whom I've only known for a few days, dared to send all sorts of good things over. Luckily, my master has a good heart and no bad intentions; otherwise, the entire Huang family combined wouldn't be enough for him to handle alone.
No, even he can't beat them.
Thinking of this, Qi Yong couldn't help but remind her again, "Madam, you must remember to live your own life well and not always feel sorry for others. There are plenty of pitiful people in the world, and you can't help them all even if you want to. Besides, you reap what you sow, and everything has its own reasons. It's either self-inflicted or being implicated by your ancestors. There's no need for sympathy."
Jiang Nuan, a person who has lived two lifetimes, is convinced by this theory.
It is both unique and clear.
"That makes sense!"
After saying that, she lowered her eyes and pondered: Why did she always feel like Qi Yong saw her as an idiot? He was clearly the idiot!
Qi Yong thought Jiang Nuan had listened to him and nodded in satisfaction. "It's getting late, I have to go back to the palace to report. In the future, if there's anything, just send a letter."
As for the mission to bring Liu An back, Qi Yong said that there was no such thing.
Not only will he not let him go back, but he will also make him hold the title of Grand Secretary and serve as a steward, so that those civil officials who talk about sages all day long will be completely unable to hold their heads up!
"So rushed?"
"Even I, an ordinary person, can't do anything about it; there are just too many things to do."
"Wait a moment, I'll bring you something back."
"Thank you for your trouble, Madam Jiang."
Qi Yong had been waiting for this sentence, otherwise he wouldn't have gone on and on with all this rambling.
His experience is invaluable, and not just anyone can listen to it; his relationship with the Huang family isn't that close.
It's just that they really can't afford to offend the Lady Protector of the Nation, otherwise...
We've fallen so low! Back then, good things were always delivered to us willingly; we didn't need to go to so much trouble.
She raised her pinky finger, squinted her eyes, took a sip of tea, let out a comfortable groan, and reminded him, "This tea has a spiritual energy; just one sip and your spirit will be refreshed. His Majesty has been lacking energy lately, so he will surely enjoy it."
Unexpectedly, Jiang Nuan, who was using Qi Yong as a figurehead, felt a little embarrassed when she thought of Ji Xuan's generous gesture. With a wave of her hand, she sent two boxes of fine tea that she herself would treasure, along with two jars of wine.
Several baskets of fruits and vegetables imbued with spiritual energy were also packed, and two pieces of mutton-fat jade infused with spiritual energy were also given as a gift; they were cool and extremely comfortable.
Qi Yong watched as Jiang Nuan put things away one by one, his eyes narrowing into slits with delight.
I reassessed myself: He's not just naive, he's also a big spender.
It seems I should try to come here more often in the future; as long as I don't leave empty-handed, I'll have made a profit.
Or perhaps he should have lured the person back to the capital.
Thinking of this, he cleared his throat and said, "Madam Jiang, the construction of the Protector of the Nation's Mansion and the Marquis of Liuxian's Mansion has already begun and will be completed in three months at the latest. At that time, will the Huang family move to the capital?"
"Newly built?"
"Yes, the imperial edict should have been issued on the day the mansion was issued, but the emperor was worried that you would not be used to living in the old houses, so he specially built two new ones. The location is also excellent, only two miles away from the palace, and it only takes a quarter of an hour to walk there."
This location is in the heart of the capital, and it has always been highly sought after. His Majesty made the decision despite the opposition, and he initially had some objections, but now he realizes that his master is indeed wise.
If the Huang family were to move to the Lady of the State's residence, visiting each other would be incredibly convenient, and Lady Jiang wouldn't be so stingy with vegetables and fruits.
Jiang Nuan was genuinely surprised and said seriously, "Qi Yong, to be honest, I've already given away all the prescriptions I could give to your master, and I don't have any more."
There's absolutely no need to fawn over them like that!
As for various high-quality crops, she has not yet cultivated them.
She couldn't possibly hide something that concerned the lives of millions of people. Just like those prescriptions, she never thought about what she would lose when she sent them out.
“Madam, please don’t overthink it,” Qi Yong said with a dark expression. “What you have provided is enough to keep the Great Zhou busy for several years. His Majesty has never thought of forcing you to take anything. As for these honors, they are rightfully the Huang family’s. There’s no need to think too much about them.”
She didn't want any honors or favors.
With a soft sigh, Jiang Nuan expressed her thoughts, "It's fine here, I don't plan to go to the capital."
Upon hearing this, Qi Yong skillfully concealed his disappointment and nodded in agreement, "That's for the best. It's better for an immortal to stay away from the mortal world, so as not to be tainted by its vulgarity."
The tone was perfectly natural and there was nothing wrong with it, but Jiang Nuan felt inexplicably awkward.
It felt as if his fake immortal self had been skinned alive.
Before he could explain, Qi Yong continued.
"However, the Liuxian Marquis's residence cannot be left empty."
"Times have changed. The Huang family has now joined the ranks of the elite. If they continue to stay in the countryside, they might be seen as bumpkins."
Qi Yong didn't say the second half of the sentence, but Jiang Nuan still understood it from his indescribable look.
Jiang Nuan had considered this question before, but she hadn't thought that far ahead.
Since her son has already been granted the title of Marquis of Liuxian, if he continues to stay in the countryside, people will only think that Ji Xuan is just trying to appease her with this favor and will not take it seriously at all. Therefore, the Marquis of Liuxian's residence must keep someone there.
Although her fame could allow her to disregard these rules, she was unwilling to do so.
They've all gotten married and had children; I can't keep worrying about them for the rest of my life. It's essential to establish myself.
The stage is all set up. Even if you can't sing, you have to hum a couple of lines, otherwise she'll really complain.
After pondering for a while, Jiang Nuan did not give a definite answer, "Let's wait until the mansion is built before we talk about it."
"As long as Madam understands," Qi Yong said with a light laugh, noticing that Jiang Nuan had taken his words to heart. "Just take my words with a grain of salt."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Nuan remained silent, only looking at Qi Yong with suspicion, feeling that he wouldn't be so kind.
Or perhaps, they have other plans.
However, what he said did make a lot of sense.
“It’s getting late,” Qi Yong said after a short while, making sure the servants had packed everything. He slowly stood up. “I’ll take my leave now. We’ll meet again next time.”
"Boss, go and see them off."
"No need, see you later."
After saying that, he quickly left and disappeared in the blink of an eye, less than half an hour later.
No sooner had he left than Liu An roared, "Where is that bastard Qi Yong? I'll fight him to the death!"
They actually hung him from a tree; that's just too much.
“He just left,” Jiang Nuan thought of Liu An’s experience and glanced at him sympathetically. “If you run over now, you might still see him.”
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