Chapter 387 Token
Gu Xixi really had no interest in the position of county lord.
If one is selfless in heart, one is fearless, and what one shows is naturally a calm and unwavering determination.
"Yes, I have already decided on the path I want to take in this life. I just want to do things freely and don't want to be bound by a position."
The emperor was startled and asked, "Are you bound by your position?"
He looked a little disappointed. "Yes, people in high positions are more helpless."
"On the contrary, you can't just follow your heart and do whatever you want."
At this time, a eunuch entered the hall carrying a tea tray.
Gu Xixi recognized that this man was the eunuch Jingdong who had led her last time.
Not long after that, Jingdong had already been promoted from cleaning outside the hall to serving inside the hall.
It can be seen that what Mu Nanzhao said when he praised him for his intelligence was true.
Jingdong placed the teacup on the emperor's desk.
The fragrance of Wu Zi Xian Hao tea made the emperor's expression relax a little.
At the same time, Gu Xixi's heart also completely calmed down.
"Your Majesty is the best. You have restrained your heart and have not followed your heart's desire. This is a blessing for the common people."
"It is because of your majesty's blessing that I and many other people can farm peacefully, working from sunrise to sunset."
The emperor looked at Gu Xixi, seemed somewhat moved, and there was a hint of sincere smile in his eyes.
"Work from sunrise to sunset, rest from sunset to sunrise, is this the life you want?"
Gu Xixi had a hunch that she had most likely guessed the question correctly, and she intended to speak in a more down-to-earth manner.
"I am a common person. Besides these, I also want to make more money with my skills."
The emperor smiled and said, "I love money, too."
"So what you want to do is exactly what I like to see."
"However," he paused, "people in this world cannot help but be divided into different classes."
"Even if you have a lot of land and property in the future, your status is still far different from Qi Xiu's."
"Let's not talk about what others think. The Mu family is a noble family and will never agree with you."
"So, you still don't want the position of county lord?"
Gu Xixi knelt down and kowtowed, "Xixi said what I really thought, I would never dare to deceive Your Majesty!"
The emperor stared at her and asked, "Even if you and Qi Xiu cannot grow old together in this life, do you mind?"
Gu Xixi fell to the ground without moving, "Yes."
After a moment of silence, the emperor finally said, "Take this sign to Boss Gu."
Gu Xixi stood up and looked at the tray that Jingdong brought in front of her. There was a golden sign on it.
It is round, about the size of an ordinary woman's palm, and engraved with dragon patterns and grains.
I thought it would be enough to get through today smoothly.
Didn’t expect there would be an unexpected gain?
Gu Xixi looked up in astonishment, "Your Majesty, this... is too valuable."
The emperor shook off his previous scrutiny and said with a smile, "Don't worry, it's gilded."
"I have to spend less now."
"But it seems to be made of pure silver. Don't melt it down just because you are short of cash."
It's rare that the emperor is in the mood for some humor.
Even though Gu Xixi couldn't laugh, she had no choice but to show her support.
"Your Majesty has bestowed upon me such a gift that I will definitely treasure it as a family heirloom."
The emperor smiled and said, "I give you this for your use."
"I promised you last time that no matter where I go in the future, as long as it is related to farming and does not conflict with the laws of the Daye Dynasty, you can seek assistance from the local government if you need it."
"Words are not enough, I must give you a proof."
"This is your unique token. Keep it and use it well."
…
Gu Xixi walked out of the hall and bathed in the sunshine, and only then did she feel alive again.
She walked down the steps and saw a man standing not far away.
The moment she looked at Mu Nanzhao from a distance, Gu Xixi's heart was beating wildly.
It was as if a long-silent bronze bell in an ancient temple deep in the mountains was struck loudly.
There was no doubt that he would be worried when she entered the palace without any warning.
But he actually came to the palace for her.
Where has his rationality, his restraint, and his weighing gone?
Gu Xixi was surprised, but also not surprised.
It wasn't until Mu Nanzhao came over that Gu Xixi came back to her senses and asked stiffly, "Why are you here?"
"Come to pick you up." He answered as a matter of course.
Gu Xixi looked around nervously, pulled his sleeve and walked away, complaining in a low voice:
"I'm here to answer the question, what are you doing here?"
"Besides, if you want to come, just come. Can't you stand further away? Are you afraid that people won't see you standing outside?"
"What would the person inside think if he knew about this? What if he thought you were on guard against the Lord and suspected you of being disloyal?"
Mu Nanzhao interrupted her, "Gu Xixi, when did you become more like Aunt Zhang?"
Gu Xixi was stunned for a moment before she realized that he thought she was being too long-winded.
"I……"
She just opened her mouth when Mu Nanzhao grabbed her wrist.
Before I realized what was about to happen, I was dragged out of the archway by him.
There was no one else in the long corridor.
Mu Nanzhao pressed Gu Xixi against the wall and looked at her coldly with lowered eyebrows.
Gu Xixi looked up and took a look at the situation.
Very good, let’s play the wall-dong game, eh?
Even though Mu Nanzhao had released his grip on her wrist, she still had nowhere to retreat or escape.
Gu Xixi didn't dare to make too much noise. She gritted her teeth and tried to persuade him kindly.
"Why did you suddenly go crazy? This is the imperial palace. It would be bad for anyone if they were seen."
However, Mu Nanzhao remained unmoved, "Since I'm here, I don't intend to hide it from anyone."
Gu Xixi's eyes widened slightly. "The emperor knew about it just now?"
Mu Nanzhao did not deny it, "Don't talk about this."
"I heard that the boss did not hesitate to abandon me in front of His Majesty for his own great cause."
"Is this true?"
Gu Xixi was surprised, "I just came out, how did you know so quickly?"
Mu Nanzhao narrowed his eyes dangerously and leaned closer to her, "Admit it?"
The desire to survive made Gu Xixi shake her head and deny without hesitation, "No!"
"The only thing I gave up was the position of county lord, and it was a fake test question."
Mu Nanzhao said, "If you don't become the county lord, you can't grow old with me."
"You're quite willing to agree."
Gu Xixi said confidently, "That's because I think it's not up to others to decide how the two of us will end up."
She asked back, "Will you ignore me because of other people's opinions or because you are manipulated by your Mu family?"
Mu Nanzhao was displeased, "Of course not."
Gu Xixi said, "Me too."
"So what does it matter whether I become the county lord or not?"
Mu Nanzhao was stunned.
Gu Xixi took the opportunity to push him away and left.
Mu Nanzhao quickly followed up, "It doesn't matter what it is, just explain it clearly."
Gu Xixi didn't look at him, "Nothing."
Mu Nanzhao's heart was pounding.
There is a kind of joy that is about to burst out, but I keep bumping around and can't find the real outlet.
"Gu Xixi, you already know how I feel."
"So whether your heart is the same as mine. This is very important to both you and me."
Gu Xixi walked away in a rage, her heart was in turmoil.
When she turned a corner, she suddenly stopped and raised her hand to grab Mu Nanzhao's collar.
He tiptoed and kissed her.
Screw the plot direction, screw the ending of the female supporting role!
Whether you like it or not, just try it with your current attitude and you will know!
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