Republic of China: My great warlord, many children, many blessings.

As the saying goes, there is no harm without comparison.

This caused Bai Xiuzhu a great psychological letdown.

This also confirms that Jin Yanxi never liked her at all.

Since the disappointment I felt at Lu Chengwu's banquet last time.

This was the first time Bai Xiuzhu had ever seen Jin Yanxi.

She had thought that Jin Yanxi would miss her and be more affectionate towards her, but she was even more disappointed.

This sight was enough to enrage him, making his anger soar to the top of his head.

After greeting her upon entering, Jin Yanxi's gaze remained fixed on Leng Qingqiu, never wavering.

One minute they'd be helping to pour water, the next they'd be handing out fruit and snacks.

Bai Xiuzhu was shocked by his attentive manner.

It turns out that Jin Yanxi can be so attentive to women.

Thinking back on her past, she had given so much to Jin Yanxi without complaint, following him around like a shadow every day, yet he had never given her a smile.

Thinking about this made me feel even more upset.

She felt that all her efforts had been wasted on a dog, that the dog was an ingrate.

Suddenly, Bai Xiuzhu remembered Shen Hao's words.

'Your feelings for Jin Yanxi are unrequited love.'

He's keeping you as a backup option!

You don't love Jin Yanxi. The reason you're upset is because of sunk costs. You've invested too much but haven't gotten what you wanted, and you're resentful.

Know when to stop.

Your feelings for Jin Yanxi are like those of a simp.

Thinking of this, Bai Xiuzhu looked at Jin Yanxi's attitude towards Leng Qingqiu and thought, "Isn't he just a simp?"

So, we're all just simps.

Bai Xiuzhu glanced at Leng Qingqiu, the victor, who seemed to have no feelings for Jin Yanxi.

But Bai Xiuzhu noticed that Leng Qingqiu's gaze would occasionally drift towards Shen Hao.

Thinking of this, Bai Xiuzhu frowned slightly.

Could it be that Leng Qingqiu is also a simp, and that she's simping for Shen Hao?

This is interesting.

Of the four people, three were sycophants, and only Shen Hao was a human being.

Thinking of this, Bai Xiuzhu inexplicably wanted to laugh.

He seemed unable to hold back and burst out laughing.

Upon hearing this, Jin Yanxi, Shen Hao, and Leng Qingqiu all looked at Bai Xiuzhu with confusion, wondering why she was laughing for no reason.

Jin Yanxi seemed to understand Bai Xiuzhu's smile and explained, "Brother Shen, even Xiuzhu thinks it's a bit funny that you're going to be a county magistrate."

It's poor, exhausting, and there's no profit to be made. Going there would just be torture.

Bai Xiuzhu rolled her eyes and glanced at Jin Yanxi.

Idiot, is that why I'm laughing?

For some reason, Bai Xiuzhu thought of what Shen Hao had said about Jin Yanxi being a simp.

Suddenly, I don't find Jin Yanxi very appealing anymore.

He wasn't as tall as Shen Hao, and their looks were about average; Shen Hao was more handsome, while Jin Yanxi was more effeminate.

In terms of personal ability, Jin Yanxi is a good-for-nothing who only knows how to eat, drink, and have fun.

Shen Hao, however, speaks English, possesses strong logical thinking skills, and has outstanding personal social skills.

Comparing the two, the difference is indeed vast.

Shen Hao said, "My ambition lies in all directions, but the capital is in chaos, and I am powerless to do anything about it. This is a torment to me."

It's better to turn a blind eye and get to the bottom of things. Go out there and do something meaningful. If you can clean up the area, that would be good, and it would also allow some people to live in peace.

Leng Qingqiu felt that Shen Hao was a person with ideals and ambitions.

It's not the kind of empty rhetoric; I wholeheartedly support it.

Jin Yanxi didn't want to be too far away from Shen Hao, as this good brother had been a great help to him.

The whole process of pursuing Leng Qingqiu was Shen Hao's idea.

He hurriedly said, "Brother Shen, go to Rehe! My father is the most powerful person there. He'll make sure you live a life of luxury, and getting promoted and making a fortune will be a piece of cake."

Rehe?

Located right under the emperor's nose, in the heart of Zhili Province bordering Inner Mongolia, wouldn't this be going against Feng Guozhang? No way, only a fool would go there.

Shen Hao shook his head and said, "It's too close. I'd rather train in a more distant place, so I'm asking Brother Jin and Miss Bai for help this time."

Bai Xiuzhu gave a haughty snort, "Hmph, so you're a simp too, and you're simping me."

Then I am more outstanding and better looking than Leng Qingqiu.

You have good taste, unlike that fool Jin Yanxi.

Thinking of this, Bai Xiuzhu felt inexplicably happy, and her beautiful eyes crinkled into crescents with laughter.

47. I'll go to Goose City.

Seeing Shen Hao's insistence, Jin Yanxi said nothing more.

He could only clasp his hands and say, "Brother Shen, you are truly a great man. It is a blessing for the local people to be able to serve as a local official."

Leave this to me.

Shen Hao smiled and said, "Then thank you very much."

Bai Xiuzhu snorted and said, "I can help too. My brother is the Minister of Finance now, I can handle this."

These words left Jin Yanxi somewhat embarrassed and unable to back down.

His father, Jin Quan, had just been removed from the position of Minister of Finance and replaced with the Governor of Rehe. Although the rank was the same, the power involved was not the same at all.

Shen Hao smiled and said, "Thank you so much!"

At this moment, the waiter served the wine and dishes.

Jin Yanxi once again displayed his sycophantic nature, frantically serving food to Leng Qingqiu.

Bai Xiuzhu, standing to the side, felt a wave of disdain, and felt even more that she had been blind back then.

Leng Qingqiu remained aloof and silent.

Shen Hao was in a good mood; he was happy to be transferred.

My appetite is also better.

He ate by himself, ignoring the three of them.

The meal lasted an hour, and only Shen Hao was full; the other three were all preoccupied with their own thoughts.

In the evening, Shen Hao saw Bai Xiuzhu off.

Jin Yanxi sent Leng Qingqiu away.

In Shen Hao's carriage, Bai Xiuzhu said, "Are you really going to serve as a county magistrate in another region?"

"Of course, I don't like this vortex in the capital."

“Beijing is great. With your strong interpersonal skills and abilities, you’ll easily get promoted,” Bai Xiuzhu said.

Shen Hao glanced at Bai Xiuzhu and teased, "What? You can't bear to part with me?"

Seemingly having her secret exposed, Bai Xiuzhu blushed and glared fiercely at Shen Hao, saying:

"No one would be reluctant to part with you; I'd rather you leave as soon as possible."

"Haha, that settles it then. You won't get annoyed after I leave," Shen Hao chuckled.

Upon hearing this, Bai Xiuzhu felt as if something had left her.

Suddenly, I felt really uncomfortable.

He opened his mouth and said:

"You still owe me three things."

"I know"

"What if I let you stay?"

"Are you begging me, or do you want me to fulfill one of your three conditions?" Shen Hao countered.

"Even if it's just one of the three conditions, would you stay?" Bai Xiuzhu stared at Shen Hao with her beautiful eyes, feeling a little nervous for some reason.