Chapter 347 It turns out that the wife is also a person who is greedy for glory and wealth
"Live a peaceful life with my wife." Gu Junze said firmly, "If there is no war, I don't want to interfere too much in government affairs."
Zhao Yunci smiled faintly: "I dare not believe such a promise."
"Whatever you think."
Gu Junze bowed and prepared to leave, "If your majesty has nothing else to do, I will take my leave first."
"etc."
Zhao Yunci called him and took out a string of Buddhist beads from her arms.
"This is for you, as a token of my appreciation."
Gu Junze took the Buddhist beads and saw that they were of warm color, as if they had been polished countless times, exuding an ancient and peaceful atmosphere.
"This is…"
"These are the beads I played with every day when I was a Buddhist monk," Zhao Yunci explained. "May they bring peace of mind to you."
Gu Junze took the Buddhist beads into his arms and bowed deeply.
"Thank you, Your Majesty. I will take my leave."
Zhao Yunci watched Gu Junze leave, the smile on her face gradually disappeared, replaced by an unfathomable expression.
Gu Junze left the palace and took a carriage directly back to the general's mansion.
Along the way, he kept thinking about his conversation with Zhao Yunci, feeling vaguely uneasy.
"Are you back?"
Chu Ruohan came forward and saw Gu Junze's frown. She couldn't help but ask with concern, "What happened?"
Gu Junze came back to his senses and shook his head: "Nothing, it's just that the affairs of the court are complicated."
As he spoke, he took out the imperial edict from his arms and handed it to Chu Ruohan: "This is for you."
Chu Ruohan took the imperial edict doubtfully, unfolded it slowly, and then opened her eyes slightly: "This... this is..."
"Congratulations, madam. From today on, you are a third-rank imperial consort."
Gu Junze looked at Chu Ruohan's surprised expression and felt much more relaxed.
Chu Ruohan closed the imperial edict and asked, "Is this what Your Majesty wants?"
"Yeah." Gu Junze nodded, "It can be considered a compliment to us."
Chu Ruohan put the imperial edict aside, with a smile in her eyes, she walked to Gu Junze and gently took his hand.
"Lady of the Imperial Court? That sounds like quite a significant title. Wouldn't that make people think we're power-hungry?"
Gu Junze pulled Chu Ruohan into his arms, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised.
"Why, Madam, do you not like this title?"
"I do like him, but I didn't expect His Majesty to have such thoughts." Chu Ruohan leaned against Gu Junze's chest, her fingers gently tracing the lines on his chest. "How do you and His Majesty get along privately?"
Gu Junze chuckled and looked at the darkening sky outside the window.
"What else can I do? He is the emperor and I am his subject. I am just being polite."
Chu Ruohan looked up into Gu Junze's eyes, as if she wanted to see through his thoughts.
"You can't fool me. I can see that you are worried."
Gu Junze sighed, took out the Buddhist beads from his arms, and played with them gently in his hands.
"His Majesty gave me this."
Chu Ruohan took the beads and examined them carefully. The beads were warm and smooth, obviously having been touched countless times.
"Buddhist beads? This doesn't seem like an ordinary reward for a minister."
"He said these were the Buddhist beads he played with every day in Buddhism, and he hoped they would help me find peace of mind."
Chu Ruohan returned the Buddhist beads to Gu Junze, but found that he was frowning.
"What are you worried about?"
"Nothing," Gu Junze put away the Buddhist beads, "I just feel that this all happened too quickly, I'm a little uncomfortable with it."
Chu Ruohan pulled Gu Junze to sit at the table and poured him a cup of tea.
"So what are your plans? Do you really want to stay away from government affairs and just be an idle general?"
Gu Junze took the teacup and took a sip.
"What do you want from me?"
"I just want you to be happy." Chu Ruohan said seriously, "Whether you want to fight on the battlefield or retire to the countryside, as long as it is your choice, I support you."
Gu Junze put down the teacup and suddenly smiled.
"If I choose to retire, are you really willing to live with me, working from sunrise to sunset?"
Chu Ruohan held her chin and pretended to be thinking.
"How should I put it? Although I like a quiet life, if you really take me to the deep mountains and forests, I'm afraid I'll go crazy."
Gu Junze laughed and reached out to touch Chu Ruohan's nose.
"It turns out that Madam is also a person who is greedy for fame and wealth."
"Who says it's not?" Chu Ruohan winked playfully, "After all, I am now a royal consort, and my status is extraordinary."
When Gu Junze saw Chu Ruohan's lively appearance, the haze in his heart was swept away.
"If that's the case, then I will continue to serve as an official so that my wife can continue to enjoy this wealth and glory."
"That won't do," Chu Ruohan put away her smile and said seriously, "I was just joking. If you really want to quit, I will never stop you."
Gu Junze reached out and pulled Chu Ruohan into his arms, saying softly, "I know."
Chu Ruohan leaned on Gu Junze's shoulder and asked softly, "You've changed a lot during this period, and you've become more worried. Is it the emperor's death that has made you think of many things?"
Gu Junze was silent for a moment, his gaze gradually becoming far-reaching.
"I always thought that revenge would bring peace of mind, but I didn't expect it to be such a different feeling."
"What does it taste like?"
"It's hard to explain. It's hard to explain."
Chu Ruohan held Gu Junze's hand and whispered, "The human heart is the most complicated, especially when family affection and hatred are intertwined."
"I sometimes wonder, if my mother knew, would she want me to do this?"
"You're not wrong." Chu Ruohan said firmly, "Princess Anyang cares about the world. She would be proud of you."
Gu Junze looked at the night outside the window and sighed.
He turned his head to look at Chu Ruohan, a hint of tenderness flashing in his eyes.
"Speaking of which, since you have been granted the title of Imperial Consort, shouldn't your family prepare a celebration?"
Chu Ruohan was startled and quickly shook her head.
"No need! Just keep it simple. I'm not the type to show off."
"But you are a noble lady after all. If you don't make it public, wouldn't you be disappointing His Majesty?" Gu Junze pretended to be serious.
Seeing this, Chu Ruohan immediately realized that he was teasing her and pretended to hit him.
"How dare you make fun of me!"
Gu Junze grabbed Chu Ruohan's hand and pulled her into his arms.
"Madam, what I am punishing is that I have overstepped my bounds."
The two smiled at each other, and the candlelight in the mansion swayed slightly, illuminating the figures of the two people leaning on each other.
The next day, Gu Junze received news from the palace early in the morning that he was summoned by His Majesty.
"Summoned so early, it must be something important."
Chu Ruohan helped Gu Junze tidy up his clothes and said, "Remember to come back early. I'll ask the kitchen to prepare your favorite dishes."
Gu Junze nodded, turned and left.
Inside the palace, Zhao Yunci was already waiting in the imperial study. Seeing Gu Junze come in, he put down the memorial in his hand.
"You're here pretty quick."
Gu Junze saluted and said, "Your Majesty has summoned me, and I dare not neglect you."
Zhao Yunci waved for him to sit down and poured him a cup of tea personally.
"The day after tomorrow, the army led by Wang Wu will arrive in the capital..."
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