Chapter 381 The Imperial Master Visits
When Xue Chenglun arrived at the post station the next day, it was already noon.
Before he left last night, he had said that he would give Bailixi enough time to rest.
Bailixi hadn't gotten up yet, and Jing Luoquan had not only eaten breakfast, but had even walked around the post station a few times.
"Greetings, Master Imperial Master..." Xue Chenglun said politely.
Jing Luoquan was not surprised when he saw him.
"Minister Xue worked so hard last night, do you still want to accompany the Third Prince out today?"
"From what the Imperial Master said, you still don't want to come along today?"
Xue Chenglun asked directly. He knew in his heart that this person was the key person coming here.
Jing Luoquan said, "I'd rather visit the Duke of Shou... Although they rejected the Third Prince's marriage proposal this time, the Princess Chaoyang is truly admirable. I'd like to go and have a conversation with her..."
"Grand Master, I'm afraid there was a deep misunderstanding between the Third Prince and the young master of the Gu family at the palace banquet yesterday. The Gu family may not be willing to see you."
Xue Chenglun was just talking about the matter at hand, after all, Bailixi's performance was too poor.
"The Gu family are confident people. They will not turn guests away because of this kind of thing, especially since I came from Yamato. They can't lose the courtesy of Dayao... and this time I came to Dayao with sincerity." Jing Luoquan said with a smile, his eyes revealing a kind of determination and confidence.
Xue Chenglun looked at him and nodded slightly. "Since the Imperial Master has made up his mind, I won't say much. I just hope that the Imperial Master's trip will go smoothly. After all, our mission this time is to achieve more cooperation with Dayao."
"The Third Prince hasn't woken up yet, so let him continue sleeping. Please, Minister Xue, can you lead the way? I can't find the way to the Duke of Shou's Mansion."
Xue Chenglun thought that it would be better to follow Jing Luoquan and do something serious than to deal with that idiot Bailixi, so he agreed immediately.
Anyway, he has already been here today, and the people at the inn will also testify for him that it was the imperial teacher who took him out.
When the Gu family received Jing Luoquan's visiting card and knew that he wanted to meet Gu Ruanci, they were somewhat resistant.
"It must be about that so-called marriage, right? We definitely can't agree to it." Zhuang Hefeng said directly.
After attending court and handling some official business, Gu Congyun said, "The emperor also mentioned this matter in the court today. We in Dayao really don't need to stabilize anyone through marriage, but at least the most basic etiquette should be maintained..."
"My husband, do you mean that we should meet this imperial teacher?" Zhuang Hefeng frowned slightly, obviously very reluctant about this.
"We still have to meet him, but just once, listen to what he has to say, and then refuse him." Gu Congyun said calmly, "Our Gu family is not to be trifled with. We won't let anyone plot against us for no reason."
Zhuang Hefeng nodded upon hearing this. "That's all I can do. I just hope this Imperial Master won't be too difficult."
After the two men had discussed it, they asked someone to invite the children over and told them the matter.
After everyone finished listening, Gu Yulou was the first to speak up: "Why are those people from Yamato like this? Wasn't it obvious enough that they rejected us yesterday? They're still pursuing us."
"Third brother, don't be anxious. This Imperial Master should just be going through the motions. After all, the Third Prince was so active yesterday, but in the end he still didn't get the promise that caused the trouble. As the Imperial Master who came with us, if he doesn't make any effort to fight for it, I'm afraid he won't be able to explain himself when he returns to Yamato." Gu Yuxuan, who has always been unstable, can now keep his composure and even comfort others.
Gu Yutang nodded. It turned out that reading was the most useful thing for him.
"This Imperial Master didn't say much at the palace banquet yesterday. Even when the Third Prince made a fool of himself, he didn't say anything. I guess he didn't come here to secure a marriage."
Gu Yuting recalled the performance of the imperial teacher at the palace banquet and made a bold guess.
"No matter what, we must be prepared and not let anyone underestimate our Gu family." Gu Congyun said solemnly.
Everyone nodded when they heard this.
"This Imperial Master seems very calm and composed, not the type to give up easily," Gu Yuxuan said. "But his attitude at the palace banquet yesterday was indeed intriguing. Perhaps he has other plans. Who knows."
Gu Ruanci had remained silent, simply listening to the discussion. At this point, she spoke softly, "Whatever the Imperial Master's plans are, we simply must respond according to protocol. The Gu family has always been aboveboard, and we're not afraid of any schemes he might have."
Gu Congyun nodded approvingly upon hearing this. "You're right about using soft words. We just need to stay calm and adapt to the situation."
After everyone finished discussing, they gave orders to the servants to prepare, and also had the door opened and went to the door to greet them in person.
Jing Luoquan, who had been waiting for a long time, smiled and felt a little flattered when he saw the Gu family come out.
"I've actually managed to get the Duke to come and greet me personally. It's truly an honor for me..."
Xue Chenglun, who had been feeling impatient behind him, also found it unbelievable. He didn't expect the Gu family to be so impolite.
Gu Congyun smiled and returned the greeting: "Master Imperial Master has come from afar, and we shall certainly do our best to be the best hosts. Please come in."
The group walked into the mansion while talking, and the atmosphere was harmonious and friendly.
Xue Chenglun followed behind Jing Luoquan, his eyes scanning the surroundings from time to time, as if he was full of curiosity about everything about the Gu family.
Gu Yuting noticed his actions and was secretly on guard, but he did not show it on his face.
The group was led to the living room and sat down. The maids served them tea and the atmosphere became quiet for a while.
After Jing Luoquan sat down, he was not in a hurry, but carefully observed the expressions of everyone present.
Except for Wu Yixuan and Gu Yuxuan who left during class time, everyone else was already present.
Finally, his sight fell on Gu Ruanci.
"Miss Gu, I don't know whether I should call you Princess Chaoyang or Little Medical Fairy..."
"We are now in the Great Yao Emperor's capital. Since the Imperial Master is here on behalf of Yamato, please address me as the County Master."
Gu Ruanci answered calmly without any nervousness.
Jing Luoquan nodded. "County Lady, I apologize for what happened yesterday. It was our Third Prince who greatly admired you, so he secured a spot on this mission. Otherwise, it should have been the Second Prince, born to the Empress Dowager, who came personally..."
Gu Ruanci didn't care about his explanation. In her mind, the Yamato people were all alien races and there was no difference between them.
When Jing Luoquan saw Gu Ruanci's expression, he thought to himself that this woman was indeed someone who had seen the world, and yet she was still calm and composed.
"Duke, Madam, please don't misunderstand me. I'm not here to fight for Yamato. I simply admire you. The Gu family is full of admirable people. They are the pillars of Dayao now, and will be even more so in the future..."
Gu Congyun asked directly: "Master Imperial Master, is this considered flattery?"
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