After the group drank the wine, the emperor began his journey home.
Song Tangxue was still a little sad, after all, she and the Emperor had become close friends.
"Look at you, so melancholy. Could it be that you're lovesick? You feel terrible if you don't see me for even a day?"
Song Tangxue later arrived at the teahouse, intending to watch a play with Meng Youyu, but she looked gloomy.
Meng Youyu couldn't help but tease her, but Song Tangxue wasn't in the mood for jokes and could only sigh helplessly after hearing it.
"I also want to be free and unrestrained, to go wherever I want without being bound by these restrictions."
"People always want more after getting what they want, so don't think too much about it and just live in the present."
Meng Youyu finally became serious and explained her reasoning, not forgetting to pat Song Tangxue's hand.
Song Tangxue naturally understood this principle, but she was still upset.
She lowered her head and remained silent, as if she didn't want to say anything more.
Meng Youyu felt helpless and didn't know what to say to help her regain her composure.
Xie Qianzhong arrived shortly afterward. Meng Youyu looked at him with a helpless expression and glanced at Song Tangxue.
Xie Qianzhong understood what was going on, and he quietly sat down to the side and suddenly spoke up.
"Didn't you say before that the prices of medicines in the capital were too high, and that you wanted to open your own medicine shop to lower the prices?"
The sudden appearance of a male voice startled Song Tangxue.
She was thinking about something when she was suddenly interrupted, and by Xie Qianzhong no less.
"Weren't you supposed to be with the Emperor handling state affairs? Why did you suddenly come here?"
"My business isn't the most important thing right now. When do you plan to start this herbal medicine shop?"
Xie Qianzhong continued, saying that he naturally wanted Song Tangxue to do something to distract her.
Seeing his persistence, Song Tangxue thought about it carefully and then said something.
"I'm afraid it won't be possible these days, as I'm busy with the wedding preparations, but I can find someone to help me."
As she spoke, she suddenly paused, then realized that she had no one else to rely on.
Everyone else was already in their assigned roles and couldn't be easily transferred.
"Why not find some trusted confidants from outside and let them handle it?"
Song Tangxue finally lost her earlier sadness, and she spoke these words in a very convincing manner.
Meng Youyu was quite surprised. She hadn't expected Xie Qianzhong to be so capable, easily defusing her earlier unpleasantness.
Xie Qianzhong nodded without any questions.
"Of course, let's find someone quickly and not let this matter be delayed any longer."
As if afraid that Song Tangxue wasn't anxious enough, he deliberately reminded her, "Winter is coming soon, and those who are sick won't have an easy time."
Song Tangxue did not answer this time, but fell into deep thought.
Meng Youyu did not linger any longer, but quietly left, giving the place to them.
"It's getting late. I'll take you to get something to eat, and then I'll take you back."
Xie Qianzhong spoke again, and Song Tangxue quickly realized what he meant and nodded.
The two enjoyed a delicious meal outside, and the moonlight had already appeared.
The moon is exceptionally beautiful tonight.
"I've been really enjoying looking at the moon lately. Seeing its full shape makes me happy."
Song Tangxue suddenly spoke up, but Xie Qianzhong's expression suddenly changed.
He looked around warily, as if someone nearby posed a threat to them.
"Don't speak yet, someone is watching us in the dark."
Song Tangxue also found it strange and was about to say something when Xie Qianzhong spoke up seriously.
Song Tangxue was surprised; she never expected that someone would dare to do such a thing in front of the Prime Minister's gate in public.
Just as she was about to observe, a figure suddenly appeared beside her, descending directly from the sky and arriving in front of the two of them.
Xie Qianzhong did not recognize Zhan Ming. He looked at the newcomer warily and drew his weapon.
Song Tangxue was initially very nervous, but upon seeing that it was Zhan Ming, she exclaimed in surprise.
How did you get here? What happened?
Seeing that the two seemed to know each other, Xie Qianzhong felt even more puzzled. How could Song Tangxue know someone with such a murderous aura?
But he didn't interrupt; instead, he put away his weapon and looked at the newcomer.
Zhan Ming spoke directly, "The Emperor wanted me to serve him, but I was unwilling, and I felt that there was nothing left for me to miss in that place, so I came here."
After he finished speaking, he looked at Xie Qianzhong.
"You really are someone important; you noticed me even though I was so far away."
If Zhan Ming had been discovered easily during his career, he would have been dead long ago.
Xie Qianzhong clasped his hands in thanks: "Thank you."
He only said that because of Song Tangxue.
Song Tangxue was already very happy, but she didn't expect to run into an old friend again.
"Let's find a place to talk things out. I'll tell you more about what happened between us."
She said this to Xie Qianzhong, who felt a little jealous but didn't show it and just nodded in agreement.
Xie Qianzhong then led them to his private room in Piaoxiang Tower.
"I encountered many difficulties there, but thankfully he helped me, which is why I was able to come back alive!"
Song Tangxue finally had a chance to speak, so she excitedly told Xie Qianzhong and then explained a few things in detail.
Xie Qianzhong was a little jealous just now, but now he clasped his hands in a very solemn manner.
"Words cannot express my gratitude. If there is anything I can do to help, I will do my best."
Zhan Ming was quite calm, and he even wore a mask.
He seemed to be used to it, and after hearing these words, he simply nodded calmly.
Song Tangxue spoke again, "But if you move to another place, it will be very difficult to find a place for yourself again."
"It's alright. Now that I'm here, I'm prepared."
Zhan Ming answered without hesitation, and as he spoke, he even took off his mask.
Perhaps he felt that he should face Song Tangxue with his true self.
Song Tangxue had seen what he looked like before, so she wasn't surprised and even raised her glass.
"Let's raise a toast to celebrate our reunion!"
Xie Qianzhong naturally raised his glass as well, and then began dinner with them.
Song Tangxue was not a strong drinker, so she didn't drink much. She waited until the meal was almost over before she spoke.
"So what are your plans next? What exactly do you want to do?"
"The Third Prince is there, which is a great threat to me, so it is inconvenient for me to realize my ambitions. I came here because I want to establish my own security escort agency."
Hearing this, Song Tangxue was already very happy, at least she wouldn't have to live the kind of life she used to live, where she never saw the light of day.
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