Chapter 374 Whoever is soft-hearted is a dog
The Regent’s Palace has spies all over Daye.
Everyone knows the obvious one, it's the Regent's Office.
There are even more hidden lines, and only Mu Nanzhao himself knows how many there are.
Among the numerous official residences in the capital, the one least likely to be home to the Regent's spies is probably the Xiao He Mansion.
The relationship between Mu Nanzhao and He Jinghui is more than just a superficial superior-subordinate relationship.
He is also a childhood friend, a good friend, and a confidant.
They are the ones who never abandon one side when one side is in trouble, and they are solid allies on the same boat amidst the turbulent political situation.
Even if we put aside the long-standing friendship between the Mu family and the He family.
Whether from the perspective of emotions or interests, the two have long been of the same blood and there is absolutely no possibility of suspicion between them.
Jiang Mingyuan sent the wooden box into Xiao He's mansion. Only the people in Xiao He's mansion knew what was inside.
However, Mu Nanzhao's intelligence network has a blank in Xiaohe Mansion.
He Jinghui has always been responsible for promptly reporting all the inside information related to the Xiao He Mansion.
It is equivalent to that if He Jinghui knows something, the Regent's Palace will know it immediately, which is more convenient and faster than any spy.
But this time, as luck would have it, a series of coincidences just happened to coincide with each other.
Gu Xixi received apricot blossoms on the morning of the opening day of Jingzhao Prefecture.
When He Jinghui learned about this at home, he wanted to tell Mu Nanzhao, but Mu Nanzhao was also in Jingzhao Prefecture at the time.
So He Jinghui waited until the afternoon, but because of an urgent matter at the Ministry of Revenue, he hurried out.
It was already midnight when he finished his work. He stayed in the Ministry of Revenue that night. At dawn, he and his colleagues rode out of the capital to Lin County to inspect the mobilization of poultry for locust extermination.
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He Jinghui counted the whole process on his fingers and finally regained his confidence.
"I went out this time and came straight to your house as soon as I got back to Beijing this evening."
"So you can't blame me for what happened to the apricot blossoms."
"Although I almost forgot, I just met you in person and I didn't have a chance to tell you before."
It was well-founded and no matter how unhappy Mu Nanzhao was, he no longer had any reason to blame others.
After a moment of silence, he asked, "Who have you invited to the flower viewing party tomorrow?"
"That's too many." He Jinghui said, thinking that Mu Nanzhao wouldn't care who went.
But whether there are people among them that he doesn't like.
He Jinghui smiled knowingly and said, "I have reviewed all the posts written by Jinglan before."
"Since this is to build momentum for the store opening, the young masters and daughters of various families are indispensable. They understand enjoyment the most and are most willing to spend money."
"There are several famous scholars and several ladies of both talent and virtue. They are at a flower-viewing banquet."
"remain……"
He Jinghui paused, sized up Mu Nanzhao's expression, and continued, "There are also candidates on this year's list."
"Naturally, the top three are among them."
Hearing the word "number one scholar", Mu Nanzhao finally reacted.
"Jiang Mingyuan also received the post?"
He Jinghui nodded. "It's hard to say whether other people will come, but Jiang Mingyuan..."
"I think he will attend."
Those on the list will all enter officialdom.
Some of them have already pledged their allegiance, either openly or secretly.
Whether or not to attend the flower-viewing banquet at Xiao He Mansion depends entirely on the relationship between the "teacher" behind them and Xiao He Mansion.
But Jiang Mingyuan has rejected all attempts to win him over since he entered the capital.
After passing the imperial examination and becoming the top scholar, he still stuck to his principles.
He did not join any important official, nor did he accept any marriage alliance.
Otherwise, he wouldn't still be living in the original inn.
He Jinghui said, "There is really no reason for Jiang Mingyuan not to come to the flower viewing banquet."
"Besides, he is familiar with Xixi and Anqinghe. Even if it is just for friendship, he will definitely honor us."
Mu Nanzhao half-lowered his eyes, showing no emotion.
"Friendship?"
"I think it's clearly a sinister intention."
He Jinghui smiled, "It's a bit too much to say that he has ulterior motives. At most, he can kill two birds with one stone and take both sides into consideration."
Mu Nanzhao raised his eyes, "Can you take both friendship and love into account?"
He Jinghui touched his nose to cover up, "I didn't say that, don't say anything inappropriate."
When the top scholar was parading through the streets, he stopped to say hello to Gu Xixi.
Mu Nanzhao had heard about this matter a long time ago.
But what he didn't expect was that Jiang Mingyuan actually sent the top scholar hairpin flower to Xiao He's house the next day.
How audacious!
He Jinghui sighed, "Speaking of which, Jiang Mingyuan is a really nice person."
"He probably knew that Boss Gu didn't want to attract attention, and he probably didn't want to force Boss Gu to make a choice."
"So no one picked flowers and gave them away in public during the parade."
"But the next morning, the apricot blossoms were sealed in a box and handed to Boss Gu to open it personally."
"This shows how determined he is in his feelings for Boss Gu."
As he spoke, he stole a glance at Mu Nanzhao, "But from the perspective of a love rival."
"The more thorough Jiang Mingyuan is, the more he makes people hate him."
"I can't find any faults with him, it's really frustrating!"
Seeing that Mu Nanzhao was silent for a long time, He Jinghui raised his eyebrows proudly.
At this moment, he is definitely the only substitute for the Regent!
However, it is not easy to see the Regent being anxious or even losing his composure for his beloved woman like an ordinary man.
Because he was familiar with Mu Nanzhao's personality, He Jinghui was no longer anxious.
He poured himself a cup of Laojunmei, which was already slightly cool and refreshing.
Think about the past, when has Mu Nanzhao ever taken the initiative to treat anyone well?
Never!
So I might as well stay with him tonight. Worst case scenario I can just stay here and not leave.
I just don't believe I can't force him to tell the truth!
However, this time, Mu Nanzhao reacted much faster than before.
He Jinghui hadn't even finished half a cup of tea when he heard Mu Nanzhao say:
"Someone, show the guest away."
That's it? He Jinghui almost spit out his tea, "Are you so anxious to get me out?!"
Mu Nanzhao didn't even look at him.
"You're too noisy."
The guards outside the study only listened to their master and pushed open the door from the outside.
He Jinghui couldn't throw a tantrum in front of his servants, so he could only stand up and walk out.
He walked away, cursing, "Destroying the bridge after crossing it!"
"After receiving the apricot blossom, Boss Gu still hasn't explicitly rejected it!"
"When you can't sleep tonight and regret it tomorrow and come to me for help, I won't help you anymore!"
"Whoever is soft-hearted is a dog!"
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He Jinghui walked away muttering to himself.
Mu Nanzhao closed the book at hand and looked towards the window with a deep gaze.
Today is sunny and windy, not too hot, a good day for enjoying the flowers and spring.
As soon as dawn broke, Gu Xixi was forcibly dragged up by He Jinglan and the maids.
He Jinglan said, "There are many guests today. You and I are both the protagonists, so we must dress up carefully."
Fortunately, the clothes and matching jewelry had been chosen last night.
After washing and having breakfast, she would spend an hour dressing in front of the mirror.
Gu Xixi had already given up on her choice and closed her eyes, allowing the maids to do what they wanted to her.
Finally, I heard Guangzhu say it was okay, his tone full of pride.
Gu Xixi woke up and realized that there was something unusual in her brain.
She opened her eyes and was instantly shocked by herself in the mirror.
Is this still Gu Xixi?
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