Quick Wear: This Cannon Fodder is Delicate and Expensive

Chapter 299: Don’t Touch the Fox’s Tail (26)

royal palace.

Normally, the imperial edict is held together with the morning court session, but perhaps this time it was special so it was held in the evening.

Shi Qi was waiting in the main hall early in the morning, but after half an hour, there was still no sign of Xuanyuan Wuhen.

Finally, Eunuch Li's announcement came like the sound of nature.

"The Emperor has arrived!"

Shi Qi lowered his head and knelt respectfully: "Long live the emperor."

"Flat body."

A clear voice accompanied by a bright yellow imperial robe passed by Shi Qi.

Only after Xuanyuan Wuhen sat down did Shi Qi dare to look up.

Xuanyuan Wuhen glanced at Shi Qi and said calmly, "I just received an important guest. Sorry for the long wait."

Shi Qi replied respectfully: "Your Majesty, you are too kind."

There was not even a name for her. It seemed that Xuanyuan Wuhen still rejected the female official in his heart. Not only did he reject the female official, he also rejected her...

After all, she indirectly hurt his respected teacher. In the original text, the original owner also delayed expressing his feelings to Xuanyuan Wuhen because of this knot in his heart.

But now...it doesn't matter.

The original main goal was just to become prime minister and benefit the country.

"The Emperor, in compliance with the Will of Heaven, proclaims. Now that Shi Qi has solved the fox demon case and cares about the people, saving them from suffering, he is specially promoted to the fourth rank and appointed as the Junior Minister of the Zong government. I hope you will perform your duties diligently and maintain public order." Eunuch Li read out.

Shi Qi raised his hands: "The emperor's grace is great, I accept your order."

"Get up." Xuanyuan Wuhen glanced at Shi Qi and said coldly.

Eunuch Li, on the other hand, said in a flattering manner: "Congratulations, Lord Shi. It is a special case for a woman to be an official. She is really amazing. But... you must be careful about your words and actions at all times."

Shi Qi pulled the corner of his mouth slightly and smiled faintly: "Thank you, Manager Li, you reminded me."

"The Shi Mansion in the east of the city will be your residence from now on. You have also worked in the officialdom, and you understand the rules and procedures. I will not say more. From now on, act with caution. If you make mistakes again, don't blame me for not giving face to the Grand Tutor." Xuanyuan Wuhen said in a serious tone, and invisible pressure came upon him.

Shi Qi's right eyelid twitched a few times, and he replied softly, "Yes."

Xuanyuan Wuhen really just dismissed her casually, but she understood. After all, he was a quiet person and... didn't like her.

She didn't want to make herself bored, so after receiving the official uniform and imperial edict, she prepared to leave.

But just as he was about to take a step forward, a notification came from outside the hall.

"Report! The Immortal Master is here!"

Shi Qi stopped and thought that this must be the Taoist priest in fairy clothes who was popular in the streets.

But wasn't he invited by Su Cheng? How could he go directly to the palace?

Shi Qi didn't think much about it and was about to move forward when a breeze blew and someone pushed his arm lightly. Shi Qi staggered and almost knocked his head again.

Looking up, I saw Xuanyuan Wuhen, who had just been sitting on the dragon throne with a calm face, now jogging, radiating joy.

"Hurry! What are you standing there for? Please ask the Immortal Lord to come!" Xuanyuan Wuhen said anxiously.

"Your Majesty, the Immortal Master has just arrived. Why don't we take care of Lord Shi's affairs first..." Eunuch Li trotted after Xuanyuan Wuhen.

"How can I make the Immortal Lord wait? Haha, if it weren't for someone's matter, I would have gone out to meet him in person. Please come in and prepare some fine wine." Xuanyuan Wuhen clapped his hands, appearing a little nervous.

Shi Qi: ...Uh, he seemed to have rolled his eyes at me just now.

Bald: Is there?

Shi Qi:......

Feeling Xuanyuan Wuhen's eye roll just now, Shi Qi's mouth twitched slightly.

Pick him up in person? Make her wait for half an hour?

Is he the wine and food? Is she the one who is looked down upon?

She wanted to see what kind of Taoist priest was like that made Xuanyuan Wuhen so famous for his hypocrisy.

Shi Qi thought about it and slowly stood up.

Suddenly, a very familiar voice came to my ears.

"Your Majesty, I haven't seen you for a few days. How is your health?"

One second, two seconds, three seconds.

Shi Qi: I don’t really want to believe it.

But it wasn't until the white figure came into view that she finally believed it.

"My Immortal Lord, you are finally here. I have already prepared this official position for you. I just wonder...are you satisfied with this second rank?" When Xuanyuan Wuhen saw the visitor, he looked so excited as if he had seen his sweetheart.

"Everything is subject to the arrangements of the emperor. I am fortunate to be appreciated by the emperor and will certainly serve you wholeheartedly." Xiang Ling was about to salute when he was stopped by the emperor.

"Your Excellency, there is no need to be so polite. I have asked someone to prepare some fine wine. I wonder if Your Excellency likes zither music? I'll play it for you." Xuanyuan Wuhen said with a smile, as if he had met a soulmate.

"Of course it's great." Xiang Ling smiled faintly, and when she saw Shi Qi, who was stunned not far away, the smile in her eyes deepened.

Shi Qi and Xiang Ling met each other's eyes. Shi Qi felt like laughing because of anger.

Provocation! This is clearly a provocation!

What do you mean by saying goodbye temporarily? Oh my god, I didn’t expect that saying goodbye temporarily meant seeing you in the court!

A second-rank official? Two ranks higher than her...

Shi Qi was amazed, shocked and moved, and his blood was boiling.

It feels like... your dog is riding on your head and peeing on you.

I am so speechless!

Xuanyuan Wuhen and Xiang Ling entered the hall, and Xuanyuan Wuhen looked at Xiang Ling with admiration and trust in his eyes.

Shi Qi was bumped again while standing.

"Oh, Lord Shi, please leave. I have important matters to deal with." Xuanyuan Wuhen said without even looking at Shi Qi.

Shi Qi was really annoyed.

She felt like a dog walking on the street and suddenly got kicked.

Xuanyuan Wuhen is upright, sunny and elegant, Xiang Ling is more beautiful than flowers, and has a unique appearance. If it were usual, Shi Qi would have already started eating melon seeds and drinking Xipi.

But I don’t know why this time, I just... feel very dissatisfied!

But no matter how angry you are in your heart, you have to agree on the surface.

"Yes, I hereby inform you..."

"Wait, Your Majesty, I see that this gentleman has nothing else to do, why not stay and have the banquet with us." Xiang Ling saw that Shi Qi felt hungry, and guessed that she had not eaten yet.

Xuanyuan Wuhen was stunned for a moment, then nodded: "Yes, I can also ask her to serve tea and pour water."

Shi Qi:......

So, the hall that was originally occupied by the emperor became the place for a dinner. The emperor even played the piano for the stinky fox himself, and she, a fourth-rank official, served him tea and water.

Can you believe it?

Anyway, Shi Qi believed it...

Forget it, it seems that she is destined to serve others in this life, so she might as well get some delicious food.

……

Harem.

Su Xiaoxiao had just finished her meal and wanted to go see Xuanyuan Wuhen, who was sitting in front of a bronze mirror dressing up.

Just as I was about to get up, Xiao Cui came hurriedly.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, tonight... huh, the Emperor has ordered that no one is allowed to enter the palace to disturb you." Xiao Cui patted her chest and gasped.

Su Xiaoxiao raised her eyebrows slightly, feeling uneasy: "What? Could it be... with some concubine?"

"No, no, don't worry, Your Majesty. I heard that it was the Immortal Lord that Your Majesty met a few days ago, and he is having dinner with Your Majesty now. Oh, and the newly appointed Lord Shi. Your Majesty, this is the first female official in our dynasty. She is so powerful. If we can win her over, maybe in the future...she can help Your Majesty a lot." Xiao Cui took a breath and continued.

When Su Xiaoxiao heard Shi Qi's name, her face changed.

Oh, win her over? It's too late to get rid of her.

"I understand. Where is the Taoist priest in fairy clothes? Has he entered the palace?" Su Xiaoxiao asked again.

"Not yet. It seems that he was taken directly to the Su Mansion by the Prime Minister."

"It's good this way. Now that there's someone who can compete with that Taoist priest, they won't dare to impeach the emperor easily." Su Xiaoxiao said.

"Your Majesty is wise. Thanks to you for making arrangements in advance." Xiao Cui said with a smile.

Su Xiaoxiao didn't comment, and the stone in her heart was slightly relieved.

But...because of the threat posed by Shi Qi, she couldn't stay for long.