He didn't trust Long Musi very much, so when he asked Jiang Ti to investigate the secret passage at the beginning, he was also preparing for the worst. In case of any problems, Jiang Ti could still survive.
But when he realized that Long Muse had not left at all, he knew that everything was within Long Muse's predictions, and naturally the previous tests were of no use.
What's more, Long Muse already knew everything, so there was no need for him to play any tricks with Long Muse. The final choice should be left to Long Muse himself.
After all, one must always try to choose the one he wants among limited choices, so that the days ahead will not be so hard.
"Master, everything is ready now." Xue Wei walked in without looking around.
"You and Yinliu go together, and the people from the Divine Doctor Valley should also leave. Wait for my news after the New Year." Xu Tianze nodded. It would be a good idea to disperse everyone now.
"Master, A Liu and Sheng'er have already left. I will follow you." Xue Wei shook his head and knelt on one knee.
He didn't know why his master changed his mind just because he had only given Yinliu and her child a ride. However, the safety of his wife and child had been guaranteed, so it didn't matter even if he had to sacrifice his life.
After all, his life had belonged to his master since his prince passed away.
How can it be possible that the master fights hard in the front while the subordinates live in disgrace in the back?
"Are you really not leaving?" Xu Tianze let go of Jiang Ti and raised his eyebrows.
He had never doubted Xue Wei's loyalty, but Xue Wei now had his concerns, so it was not appropriate for her to fight for him.
Life is more difficult for a wife without a husband and a child without a father.
But Xu Tianze did not always maintain his kindness. The opportunity had been given to Xue Wei. If Xue Wei was still willing to stay by his side and work for him, he would not say anything, and he would not worry about this or that in the future, which would ultimately lead to nothing being accomplished.
"I have been your subordinate since the prince passed away." Xue Wei's eyes flashed with determination and he remained unmoved.
Xu Tianze was stunned when he heard that. He chuckled and then took off his treasured jade pendant and threw it to Xue Wei: "Go buy some fireworks and food. It's New Year's Eve the day after tomorrow, so we can have some fun together."
Upon hearing this, Xue Wei took the jade pendant and bowed and left. He knew that his master was just saying that. He guessed that his master didn't want the jade pendant anymore, so he asked him to pawn it.
You have to know that Die Zhai has already opened many big shops, and the master of the house does not lack this little money at all, and there is no need to pawn items to survive.
But he just has to do whatever his master says. It is better than being driven away by his master and living in disgrace.
When Xue Wei walked out, he happened to meet Xichen who was standing at the door. The two looked at each other, nodded slightly, and then walked away.
"You sly guy, why didn't you come in just now?" Xu Tianze sat on the couch, pointed his finger opposite, and motioned Xichen to sit down.
As for Jiang Ti, he had already sat obediently next to Xu Tianze, leaning on Xu Tianze.
"The master has something to discuss, so Xichen should avoid suspicion." After Xichen sat down, he began to unfold the chessboard.
He knew his master well, and since it was such a seat, he naturally wanted to play a few games.
There is nothing to do now, so it would be okay for him to play a few games together.
"I don't have so many rules here. Just ask whatever you want to ask. Why keep testing me?" Xu Tianze gave Xichen a slap in the face helplessly.
Xichen is good in every way, good looks, intelligence, and martial arts, but the only thing he has to stick to is the rules. This is something that the prince has really taught him, and no matter what he says, he always abides by the rules.
Although Xu Tianze didn't care too much, sometimes, it was because of such etiquette that there was always a layer between him and Xichen. This layer seemed thin, but there was no way to cross it no matter what.
Seeing that his master was straightforward and his expression was calm, Xichen knew that he was overthinking it, so he did not dwell on it and directly asked the question that had been bothering him for a long time.
"Master, to whom does the Snow Guard remain loyal, you or the Wise King?"
"Is there any difference?" Xu Tianze looked at Xichen meaningfully.
He didn't want Xichen to test the waters before speaking. Once he asked this question, it would be suspected of sowing discord, so he naturally had to be cautious.
However, they had been together for some time and had even had physical contact, so Xu Tianze could still see how much sincerity there was in Xichen's question.
"No?" Xichen's expression was somewhat gloomy, and his tone was no longer firm.
In his opinion, which master he is loyal to is a very important matter. After all, no matter who it is, if the person he values is not truly loyal to him, he will probably feel like a thorn in his heart.
This thorn is not noticeable at ordinary times, but it is extremely important when life and death depend on it.
He followed the prince and experienced ups and downs in the palace, but he had never heard of any queen who had no scruples about employing people.
So when he was first sent to Xu Tianze to be his male companion, he was mentally prepared that he would not be trusted, but Xu Tianze's personality surprised him surprisingly.
For a male favorite like him who was sent here with ulterior motives, he could actually display his talents without any scruples and gain the trust of his master. This was already a great blessing.
So as long as it doesn't threaten his former master, he can do whatever Xu Tianze asks him to do, even if it means dying immediately.
But Xue Wei's remarks just now clearly meant that the reason he was loyal to Xu Tianze was not because of anything else, but because his real master told him to follow Xu Tianze before he died, so he would be loyal to him.
If it were anyone else, such remarks would surely make them furious, but Xu Tianze showed no sign of anger at all, and even asked Xue Wei to buy New Year's goods for him, which completely overturned Xichen's cognition since ancient times.
"Whether it's true or not, it makes no difference. He's loyal to me now, and that's enough." Xu Tianze picked up the white piece and put it down. "Just like you and Jiang Ti, as long as you are loyal to me, your past will not hinder me from accepting you."
"A gentleman judges by deeds, not by heart. If we judge by heart, how many perfect people can there be in this world?"
The black piece in Xichen's hand did not move until he saw Xu Tianze frowning, and then he made his move.
The sound of the chess piece falling was accompanied by a sentence, "Xichen understands."
The three people were so focused on the chessboard that they didn't notice the shadow that flashed by the door.
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