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Zheng Chen subconsciously felt a trace of contempt and contempt: "What can you do in the farm? Is it to be a steward?"

Cui Du did not get angry: "Young Master Zheng misunderstood. I have other errands to go to the farm."

The specific errand was not mentioned at all.

Zheng Chen didn't know whether he was really curious or deliberately mean, so he continued to ask: "What kind of errand is it? Mr. Cui is so secretive. Could it be that it is inconvenient to talk about this errand?"

"If Young Master Zheng is curious, go and ask the Princess." Cui Du simply carried the Princess out as a shield: "If the Princess agrees, Young Master Zheng can go to the farm to have a look. If the Princess refuses, Then I have no comment."

After saying that, he cupped his hands, turned around and left the palace, and rode away.

Zheng Chen grew up in a wealthy family, with fine clothing and fine food. He never had to worry about trivial matters such as three meals a day, food, clothing, housing and transportation. In his eyes, farms are places where stewards and people like him go.

In his opinion, Cui Du's two words before leaving were just an act of putting gold on his face.

Going to the farm as an errand?
Ha, ridiculous!

Zheng Chen smiled suddenly, turned to the people in the horse house and said, "Please lead the way from the horse house. Today we will take a walk around Nanyang County."

Ma Yaozong responded with a calm smile and winked at Chen Jinyu quickly.

Chen Jinyu curled his lips slightly.

This Young Master Zheng is really conceited. One day in the future, he will know how powerful Cui Du is.

The two housekeepers accompanied Mr. Zheng around Nanyang County for most of the day, and did not return until evening.

Zheng Chen did not go to see Jiang Shaohua.

Jiang Shaohua didn't see Zheng Chen's intention, so he only summoned Chen Sheren and Ma Sheren to come over: "Where did you go with Mr. Zheng today?"

Chen Jinyu opened her mouth and replied: "I went to the East City Gate and took a walk around."

"Mr. Zheng is very interested in the management of people's livelihood in Nanyang County. He asked a lot of questions along the way." Ma Yaozong took over: "We had lunch at the restaurant at the east city gate at noon. Mr. Zheng also asked Nanyang County military strength, mineral taxes, etc.”

"We followed the princess' instructions and dealt with it by saying nine sentences true and one falsehood."

Jiang Shaohua nodded slightly: "You will have another two days of hard work tomorrow and the day after."

Chen Jinyu smiled and said: "It is my duty to share the princess's worries. Besides, Young Master Zheng is actually very graceful and polite to us. He is not difficult to deal with."

Jiang Shaohua smiled faintly.

That's because Zheng Chen didn't regard them as equal opponents at all.

A powerful minister who has been in a high position for a long time has his own pride and character and does not bother to embarrass two young men and women who are still young.

Ma Yaozong thought for a moment and said in a low voice: "Early this morning, when Young Master Zheng left the house, he met Young Master Cui."

Jiang Shaohua raised his eyebrows: "Tell me carefully."

Chen Jinyu had an excellent memory and recalled what Cui Du and Zheng Chen said one by one, even the expressions on their faces when they talked: "... I underestimated Mr. Cui before. When he faced Mr. Zheng, he was neither humble nor arrogant, and did not fall behind in the slightest. wind."

A smile flashed in Jiang Shaohua's eyes: "Cui Du is very good."

Chen Jinyu felt sour in her heart: "The princess really favors Cui Du."

"If you can increase the grain harvest of the farm by 30% and can cultivate grain seeds, I will also favor you." Jiang Shaohua smiled and gave a knowing blow.

Chen Jinyu chuckled: "I really don't have this ability. Forget it, I won't compete with Mr. Cui from now on."

Jiang Shaohua was so amused that he chuckled: "You don't have to compare with him. In my heart, you are the closest to me and no one can compare with you." Ma Yaozong looked at this scene with envy.

As a minister, who doesn't want to be close to the princess? Chen Jinyu is the direct granddaughter of Chen Changshi. She grew up with the princess and has a deep friendship. He talked and laughed happily in front of the princess, even if he occasionally made a rash statement or two, the princess was good-tempered and tolerated it. He could only look at it with envy.

……

In the next two days, Chen Sheren and Ma Sheren accompanied Mr. Zheng to visit Nanyang County.

Even if Zheng Chen wanted to be picky, he had to admit that although it was far less prosperous than the capital, Nanyang County could be considered safe and prosperous. The people were leisurely and calm, and when they mentioned the princess, they were full of love and respect. That kind of respect does not come from fear, but truly regards Jiang Shaohua as the sky above his head.

The resentment and unwillingness in his heart dissipated somewhat unconsciously.

Once the three days were up, Zheng Chen led his guards to leave the palace and set off back to the capital.

Jiang Shaohua showed full courtesy and personally rode his horse to see Mr. Zheng outside the city gate.

Zheng Chen was riding a horse that was all white except for a tuft of red hair on its forehead. It is BMW Hongyun.

Jiang Shaohua rode his bay red horse and walked side by side with Zheng Chen.

This may be the last time the two ride together. Zheng Chen slowed down intentionally or unintentionally, and Jiang Shaohua also slowed down silently.

The autumn wind rustles, caressing the cheeks. As gentle as a lover's hands.

The journey is so long, no matter how slow we go, we still reach the outside of the city gate.

It's time to say goodbye.

Zheng Chen dismounted and said goodbye to the palace officials one by one. After that, he stood in front of Jiang Shaohua. A pair of deep black eyes fell firmly on Jiang Shaohua's face: "Princess, let me ask you one last time, are you really unwilling to go to the capital with me?"

Jiang Shaohua looked at him quietly: "Are you willing to stay in Nanyang County?"

Zheng Chen's eyes flashed with intense pain, and his eyes were a little red. After a moment, he opened his mouth to say goodbye: "We say goodbye today. The mountains are high and the rivers are far away. I don't know when we will meet again. Princess, please take care of me!"

Jiang Shaohua was silent for a moment and said softly: "How precious you are too."

Zheng Chen, I hope you and I will be well in this life.

Zheng Chen's eyes flashed with water, quickly disappearing from his eyes. He took a deep breath, said goodbye to Jiang Shaohua, then got on his horse and rode away without stopping.

He was afraid that he would cry in public, and even more afraid that he would abandon his dignity and beg her again.

During these three days, he even thought about leaving everything behind and staying in Nanyang County, and spending the rest of his life with her as a couple.

However, he really couldn't do it.

He is the heir to the Zheng family and the future Prime Minister of Daliang. He will assist the new emperor in controlling the government and make the Zheng family the most noble and powerful family in Daliang. How can you abandon your ideals and ambitions for the sake of the love of your children?

move! Do not look back!

Riding the horse at full speed, the wind was blowing, and warm liquid poured out of his eyes, which was almost instantly blown dry by the wind.

Peng Sihai and other soldiers silently followed their master and rode forward together. Soon Nanyang County was left far behind.

Jiang Shaohua watched Zheng Chen go away, then turned to the ministers and said, "Let's go back to the palace."

All the ministers responded in unison.

Jiang Shaohua turned around on his horse and quickly entered the city gate of Nanyang County.

The two went in opposite directions, getting further and further apart. (End of chapter)