Back in the room, before Song Jinzhao could even sit down, Guan Nianshan spoke up impatiently, As long as what the Princess just said is true, Qu Ya and I are willing to go to the Southwest to work for you.
Qu Ya cast a somewhat disgusted glance at Guan Nianshan.
Being so impatient, it felt like he was bound to be played by the other party sooner or later.
We will not do anything that violates the laws of heaven and reason; that is our bottom line.
Song Jinzhao nodded without hesitation. Of course. I have always been a law-abiding citizen, and I only do good deeds.
I am only hiring you. I am not asking you to sell yourselves into slavery or sign a contract. If you are unwilling, you can leave at any time.
Given that they could live incognito for so many years waiting for Huo Chong's return, and considering their loyalty to the Marquis of Wuying, Song Jinzhao did not expect them to be dead set on serving her.
Similarly, she would not completely rely on them; everything was just a tie to maintain a connection with Huo Chong.
As long as their goals aligned, everything could be discussed. It would be even better if she could convince Huo Chong to work for her.
Go back and pack your things first. Someone will come to call for you the day after tomorrow when we depart.
By the time she returned to the Princess's estate, many of the furnishings in the room had already been cleared out, making it look quite empty.
On the night before their departure, Song Qiming went to the Ye residence to bid farewell to Ye Liangyu.
Teacher, there will definitely be personnel transfers in the court after this year's metropolitan examination. The Emperor's attitude toward you is not good right now. Have you considered being transferred to a provincial post?
If his sister really led an army to attack the capital one day, he didn't want his teacher to suffer the consequences.
Ye Liangyu looked at Song Qiming with eyes full of gratification.
He had only taken in one student in his entire life. He had originally planned to protect him so he could rise peacefully, but the world was unpredictable, and he himself had stumbled first.
Fortunately, Princess Linghui was there to support him. Over the years, he had come to see that she was a formidable person.
If she were a man, she could absolutely pierce the heavens. It was just a pity she was a woman.
Ye Liangyu smiled and slowly shook his head. I want to stay in the capital. This is the closest place to the court, and I need to keep watching.
Song Qiming understood what he meant.
But precisely because he understood, he was secretly stunned and shifted his gaze away.
His teacher still hadn't given up on the Emperor; he was worried about the future of the Dongzhao Kingdom and wanted to keep a close eye on it himself.
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but start to ponder.
If his teacher ever found out about his sister's intention to rebel, which side would he stand on?
The more he thought about it, the more confused his mind became.
Ye Liangyu said, Qiming?
Seeing Song Qiming suddenly space out, Ye Liangyu put on a stern face and shouted at him, Qiming.
His eardrums vibrating, Song Qiming instantly snapped back to reality. He looked at Ye Liangyu with a slightly flustered expression. What is it, Teacher?
Ye Liangyu's expression turned serious. Listen carefully and remember everything I say.
The Southwest is impoverished, and multiple factions are mixed together. Once you arrive in Suining, you must listen to Princess Linghui.
There is also Gu Zhongxun. This man is a good official, but if he finds out that you want to be the Provincial Administration Commissioner of the Southwest, he will definitely not give you a good look.
Song Qiming nodded. I know. My sister said he wants his son to take over his position.
Ye Liangyu nodded heavily. So, after you arrive in the Southwest, you must say that you are there to gain experience and that you will return to the capital after a few years. With Princess Linghui there, they will believe this story. It is difficult for others to be transferred back to the capital, but it will not be difficult for you.
Do not make enemies with the Gu family, and be modest in all things. If the foreign tribes in the Southwest ever really go to war against the imperial court, remember to protect yourself. If you ever find yourself in a near-death situation, remember to run for your life.
Song Qiming looked into Ye Liangyu's eyes in astonishment. I thought Teacher would say that I must live and die with the people and never be a fleeing official.
Ye Liangyu smiled, but his smile was a bit bitter.
If a man of my age dies, then he dies. You are still young, and you have a long life ahead of you. Staying alive is more important than anything else.
Song Qiming looked into his deep eyes and seemed to understand why.
His throat bobbed, and he gradually became a little choked up.
Teacher, please take care of your health and wait for my return.
