Empress: Your Majesty, please respect yourself, I don't want to be promoted

Luojing, Ziji City, outside the gate of Taiji Hall.

"Huaiyu."

As soon as he came down to court, Lu Chen, who was about to go to the office of Tiangong Division, was stopped by Fu Yu.

He stopped and turned around to look at the beautiful woman walking quickly towards him.

"What's the matter? Liangyu."

Fu Hua nodded, walked up to Lu Chen in three steps and then raised her head slightly.

"Huaiyu, I heard that Mr. Fang has a disciple who specializes in the art of studying things and you recruited him into the Tiangong Department and entrusted him with the position of director, right?"

"You mean Su Ning."

Lu Chen nodded.

"She prepared the record and took office in the Zhuxie Division five days ago. In the past few days, she has been assisting me in handling various matters related to the establishment of the Tiangong Division."

After a brief response, he asked with a puzzled look on his face: "What's wrong? Is there something wrong with her?"

Although Fu Hua had a good relationship with him, and could even be called a close relationship, Fu Hua was, after all, the boss of Xuanji Guard, a special department that was much more powerful than Jin Yiwei.

In addition to the changes in the Tiance Mansion and the military affairs of the Xuanwu Guards who stayed in the capital, Fu Hua was also responsible for reconnaissance, arrests, interrogations, spying on military intelligence, and instigating rebellion against enemy generals similar to the Jinyi Guards. His power was terrifying.

From Lu Chen's point of view, the things that made her care were probably not trivial matters. It was most likely not a good thing for Su Ning to be targeted by her.

Can anything good come from being targeted by the leader of the Xuanji Guard?

Under Lu Chen's confused gaze, Fu Huan shook her head.

"It's nothing, I'm just a little curious about her."

"Oh, that's how it is."

Lu Chen nodded slightly. Since Fu Hua said so, he didn't think much about it.

There was no need for him to think too much about this life-and-death friend.

Fu Huan pondered, and then asked: "It is said that Su Siye has been working closely with you recently to explore the improvement of coal stone. He is often busy until late at night, and sometimes even comes to your house to talk all night long?"

"Oh, this."

There is nothing to hide about this kind of thing. Lu Chen responded directly: "I have had several ideas about improving charcoal in the past two days. I need to complete the experiment and verification plan as soon as possible. Su Ning has studied the way of investigating things for many years and has a lot of knowledge in physical properties. She is very rich and knowledgeable, so this matter cannot be done without her for the time being, so I have to trouble her to come to my house to assist me in the future."

After a pause, he added:

"But this is considered a bonus, and the Tiangong Division will provide additional salary as compensation."

Added value?

Hearing this word, Fu Huan couldn't help but be startled.

After thinking for a moment, she understood.

If you work more at the Tiangong Department, you will get extra salary?

Isn't this too kind?

Even officials in the Holy Realm do not receive this kind of treatment...

At least when she served as the commander of the Xuanwu Guards in the Holy Realm, she did not receive any additional salary except salary and rewards for killing enemies.

Is it so comfortable to work for Lu Chen?

Shaking her head, Fu Hua quickly controlled the random thoughts in her mind.

She cares more about another thing than adding value or anything else.

"What are physical properties?"

She majored in martial arts and practiced the holy way, and didn't know much about the way of studying things. Even before meeting Lu Chen, she had a little prejudice against the way of studying things. After all, one of her subordinates liked to study some strange things. Strange thing, the Xuanwu Guard personal guard who almost blew up the general camp several times.

Therefore, she has no knowledge of vocabulary related to the way of investigating things.

Lu Chen obviously knew this, and added: "It is the nature of matter itself. Everything in the world has certain properties. For example, spiritual soil has the property of promoting the growth of crops, and weak water has the property that even a feather cannot float. , the flammable properties of carbolic charcoal, etc.”

As he spoke, his expression gradually became serious.

"In my opinion, the so-called way of investigating things is to explore the nature and change laws of matter, and to change its characteristics according to needs or to study things that can benefit the world. This is also one of the great ways in my mind."

Hearing this, Fu Hua's eyes lowered a little inexplicably.

At this moment, she was inexplicably envious of the little loli who had given her a lot of headaches.

"I see."

She nodded knowingly.

"You actually came up with an idea so quickly. It seems that Huaiyu, you are quite accomplished in the way of investigating things."

"well enough."

Lu Chen responded quite humbly.

After all, they are Blue Star people. They have been exposed to and studied science since childhood, and their thinking patterns are naturally very different from the original residents of this highly martial ancient world.

Although the material composition and change patterns of this world, and even the composition of laws, are quite different from those of Blue Star, and the scientific common sense of Blue Star cannot be completely copied, the research methods can still be used for reference.

Therefore, he almost instinctively believed that the properties of substances such as pebbles were not immutable. As long as he found the right method, he could still turn decay into magic and turn pebbles into something as good as coal.

The way of studying things also has great potential in this ancient world of high martial arts.

"anyway."

Fu Hua suddenly changed the subject.

"I heard that Su Siye seems to be a young man waiting to be married?"

The sudden change of topic made Lu Chen startled.

"Um."

After reacting, he thought for a moment, then nodded and said: "Master Fang told me that although Miss Su is very beautiful, her mind is focused on the way of investigating things, and she has never thought about getting married. And because there are very few people who specialize in the art of investigating objects, and there are almost no people suitable for marriage among the people in the same way, so she is still alone until now. Not only does she not reject the bonus, but she even seeks it."

"Otherwise I wouldn't ask her to come to my house to add value."

Hearing this, Fu Hua suddenly sighed.

"Huaiyu, I think it's better for you to pay a little more attention to some things."

Having said this, the two of them took steps towards the outside in unison.

The Xuanji Guard's Yamen and the Ministry of Industry Yamen in Ziji City are located in the same direction. There is no need for Lu Chen and Fu Hua to chat at the entrance of Taiji Hall, as that would be too eye-catching.

Although no one would go to the emperor to complain about Lu Chen's imperial decree without opening his eyes, there was no need to be so arrogant.

After all, this was a bit inconsistent with Lu Chen's meticulous temperament.

The two of them talked as they walked.

"What do you care about?"

Lu Chen asked softly.

Fu Huan said calmly: "Pay attention to the world and the eyes of the people around you."

After a pause, before Lu Chen could speak, she continued: "Although Huaiyu is devoted to the public and has no other thoughts, I also believe that you and Su Siye must be innocent, but Huaiyu, after all, you are deeply in love now." Your Majesty trusts you and holds a high position, and Su Siye is like a fish and a goose, and he is Master Fang’s disciple. Moreover, regarding Xia Yan’s previous incident, Master Fang investigated the files all night for Huaiyu, so he was able to help Xia Yan overturn the case. Among them, It’s hard not to think about relationships.”

As soon as these words came out, Lu Chen suddenly felt a pain in his heart.

Thinking of the previous incident where Xia Yan was stabbed in the back by Fang Ping, he couldn't help but feel a little itchy.

"Huaiyu, you are now in a high position, and your every move is watched by countless pairs of eyes. Someone must have noticed that Su Siye stayed at your house all night long, and Huaiyu, you are a talented person with a bright future. Su Siye is still a talented person. Marrying without a Taoist partner, the talented man and the beautiful woman stayed in the same room together all night long."

Hearing this, Lu Chen couldn't help but his eyes moved slightly.

Speaking of which, although this world is not as guarded by etiquette as it was in the ancient times of Blue Star, it is not very open between men and women, so you still need to be careful about rumors.

At this time, Fu Hua continued: "Even if Huaiyu doesn't care about other people's eyes, you should still think about Su Siye. She just has no intention of getting married now. It doesn't mean that she doesn't want to start a family in the future. If something bad comes out about you because of this, Rumors, such as Su Siye being shameless and having sex while unmarried, etc."

"I see."

Before Fu Huan could finish speaking, Lu Chen spoke slowly and said seriously:

"Liangyu, you are right. I didn't think carefully. I will pay attention to it in the future."

Hearing this, Fu Hua's eyes suddenly relaxed and she didn't say anything further.

Now that Lu Chen understood what she meant, there was no need to say more. Just stop it in moderation, otherwise it would easily have the opposite effect.

"well."

At this time, Lu Chen suddenly sighed.

"If it weren't for the cultivation of the Way of Observation of Things, the difficulty of finding monks who are well versed in the principles of all things, and the shortage of manpower in the Tiangong Department, I wouldn't have let Miss Su work with me until so late."

Fu Hua raised her eyelids: "Does the Tiangong Department still have many vacancies?"

"yes."

Lu Chen rubbed his temples with a headache.

"Although Miss Su has been studying the art of studying things for many years and has met many people of the same profession, among these people, there are only a few who are qualified to enter the Tiangong Division, and they can only barely put up the air of the Tiangong Division."

"Is this so"

Fu Huan groaned, then hesitated, and then said softly:

"As for the way of investigating things, there is a cultivator among the Xuanji Guards who likes to delve into the principles of all things."

Hearing this, Lu Chen's eyes suddenly lit up.

"Oh? Liangyu, you actually have such talents among your subordinates?"

"So there is."

Fu Huan's mind once again recalled the scene when he was awakened by a sudden explosion in the middle of the night when he was in the holy realm, and his expression suddenly became a little strange.

"She especially likes to delve into weird things and has a lot of insights into the properties of things. However, her nature is too lively. If she is not strictly disciplined, she can easily cause big troubles. That's why I didn't recommend her to you before. If you really can't find anyone for Huaiyu, you can let her try."

Lu Chen looked at Fu Hua.

"What's her name and where is she now?"

"Liyue, the current acting magistrate of Hu County in Yuzhou."

"Liyue?"

Lu Chen was startled for a moment, and a figure that left a deep impression on him quickly appeared in his mind.

"Um."

Fu Hua nodded and explained simply:

"After the night of the Heavenly Tribulation, officials from several counties in Yuzhou participated in raids and killings. Their homes were confiscated and their families were exterminated. The position of county magistrate was high. Mr. Xiao Ge followed your approach and sent some Xuanji Guards to various counties. Liyue is one of them."

"If you need it, Huaiyu, I will ask your Majesty to order Liyue to be transferred back and let other Xuanji guards take over the position of acting county magistrate."

Not sure if it was an illusion, but Lu Chen felt that Fu Huan seemed to have emphasized his tone when using the honorific title Elder Ge.

It seems that the leader of the Xuanji Guards, who represents the power of the Holy King, still respects the virtuous ministers in the court.

While thinking this, Lu Chen cupped his hands towards Fu Hua: "In this case, Lao Liangyu will be here."

"Huaiyu is welcome."

Fu Hua waved her hand.

Immediately afterwards, he seemed to suddenly think of something, and asked again: "By the way, tomorrow is Muxiu, Huaiyu, do you have any plans?"

"Mu Xiu?"

Lu Chen thought for a moment.

"Miss Gu wrote a letter a few days ago, saying that she was returning to Beijing today, and invited me to go with her to Taihe County to see the situation of the fiefdom. If nothing happens tomorrow, I should be invited to go to Montenegro to learn about the origin of the coal."

"General Gu...?"

A glimmer of light flashed quietly in Fu Huan's eyes.

"What's wrong?"

Lu Chen asked, "Why do you suddenly ask this, does Liangyu want to see me tomorrow?"

Fu Huan thought for a moment, then shook her head.

"It's something, but nothing serious."

Lu Chen turned his gaze sideways and glanced at her.

"What's it about?"

"The matter of clan support and restructuring."

Fu Huan said very simply: "Before His Royal Highness the Holy King returned to the Holy Realm, he had explained that when he was away, he should listen to your opinion Huaiyu more about the restructuring. Recently, I was in charge of the layout of the local guard station of Xuanji Guard. I have encountered some difficulties and would like to ask you for advice."

Hearing this, Lu Chen couldn't help but be speechless.

He did understand what the masked man was thinking.

After all, it was he who proposed the reform of the clan support system, but the empress felt that his small body could not bear the pressure, so she put all the pressure on Saint King Cangming.

Facts have proved that the empress's choice was correct.

With the power and authority of Holy King Cangming, almost no one in the court dared to object, and the resolution that went against the ancestral law was passed without any hindrance. At the same time, Tiance Mansion was established to take charge of the restructuring, laying the groundwork for subsequent changes. Base.

He, the Empress and Saint King Cangming were all well aware of this matter, and since he was the proposer, his opinion on the restructuring was the most authoritative, so the Saint King would naturally tell Fu Hua to ask for his opinion.

Of course, understanding is understanding, but he is still a little unhappy about this matter.

It's not about picking peaches or anything, it's mainly because such a good opportunity to attract hatred was wasted like this.

"The reform of the clan support system is related to the foundation of the country, and it is not a trivial matter. When encountering problems, we must solve them quickly and cannot delay them."

Lu Chen asked seriously: "Do you have time today?"

Fu Hua's eyes swayed slightly, but she still shook her head.

"I have something important to do today, so it's not convenient to discuss it with Huaiyu."

"Do you only have time tomorrow?"

"Um."

"That's it"

Lu Chen groaned, and then said:

"How about you also go to Taihe County with me and Miss Gu? It takes nearly two hours by carriage from the capital to Taihe County. We can talk in detail in the carriage."

Fu Hua hesitated: "Is it convenient?"

"National affairs are the most important thing."

Lu Chen said slowly: "I'll tell Miss Gu after I'm on duty. She's also a pillar of the country, so she won't mind, and may even ask for it."

Hearing this, Fu Hua thought for a moment, then nodded slightly.

"Oh well."

As a Shenwu general in charge of hundreds of thousands of troops in the capital city, Gu Simiao was extremely busy with military affairs, so naturally he didn't care about what happened in Taihe County.

After all, she is a military commander, and her political skills are not very outstanding.

All I can say is enough.

Although she was one of the Eight Pillar Kingdoms and was once the governor of a state, there was basically no culture and governance in that poor place in Huangzhou, so she did not develop much ability to govern the place.

Because of this, she actually didn't have much awareness and didn't have the energy to care about the impact that her sudden landing as the official of Taihe County would have on Taihe County.

It wasn't until she transferred the backbone of the original Canngling Army, such as Cang Yue and other confidant generals, to the Forbidden Army as deputy generals, and put the various affairs of the Forbidden Army on track, that she was finally able to leave and return to Beijing to focus her rare energy on Taihe County.

When I rode back to Luojing alone, night had fallen and the lanterns were starting to turn on.

It was a little later than the planned time to return to Beijing.

At this time, Luo Jing has become quiet, without the hustle and bustle of the day.

After all, it has just experienced war and multiple turmoils, and the Sili area still needs some time to lick its wounds, and it is impossible to return to its former prosperity all at once.

As a Shenwu general, she was naturally qualified to ride a horse in the capital, but after crossing the Nanhua Gate, she dismounted honestly, and then led her mount on foot towards the county government office in Dongcheng.

"The old slave has met the master."

As soon as she returned to the house, an old man with white hair and beard came over and bowed to her.

Gu Simiao waved her hand and then handed the reins to the servant beside her.

After the servant left with his mount, the old housekeeper walked slowly to Gu Simiao.

"Master, I have something to report."

"What's up?"

As Gu Simiao walked inside, she responded calmly: "If it's a marriage proposal, a gift, a visit, etc., there's no need to say anything."

The old housekeeper naturally knew the master's temper, but he still said softly: "This afternoon, Mr. Lu came here and said that he wanted to tell you something. When he learned that the master of the house had not returned yet, he told me to tell the matter to you. The head of the family."

Hearing that it was Lu Chen's business, the cold look on Gu Simiao's face faded slightly, and a faint smile appeared in her eyes.

"What did Huaiyu want you to tell me?"

The old housekeeper coughed.

"Shilang Lu said that he would like to take Commander Fu with him during his trip to Taihe County tomorrow. He said that Commander Fu has important matters to discuss with him and cannot be delayed. I hope you can understand, head of the family."

As soon as the words fell, Gu Simiao's eyes regained the coldness just now.

"Is that all?"

"Yes, Master."

Hearing this, Gu Simiao nodded calmly.

"Well, I understand."

With that said, she took another step and walked inside.

"Send someone to the Lu Mansion to respond, and say that I have no objection to this matter."

"yes."

After a night of silence, Gu Simiao ended her meditation state at dawn the next day, washed herself in a bath filled with flower petals, and then put on a light blue skirt.

In the end, she actually called the maids, walked to the dressing table very rarely, asked them to help her dress up carefully, and put on light makeup.

It wasn't until she saw herself in the mirror that her heroic spirit had faded away that she waved to the maids to get them to back down.

click

At this time, there was a sound of a horse's hoof stepping on the stone slab outside the door, and the crisp sound instantly broke the tranquility of the morning.

"The head of the family."

A servant walked quickly towards the back room.

"Master Lu is here."

"Well, I'll be there right away."

After saying that, Gu Simiao glanced at herself in the mirror again, as if confirming something, she gently exhaled a breath, then stood up and walked slowly outside.

When they came to the gate of the county government, they immediately saw a rather ordinary-looking carriage parked in front of the stone steps.

In front of the carriage, a tall and thick man was squatting on the ground bored, and beside him stood three "grooms" who exuded a rather fierce aura.

Lu Chen, who was wearing casual casual clothes, stood erect in front of the door, beside Fu Wei, who was also wearing a skirt and had light makeup on his face.

The two stood side by side, the handsome man and the beautiful woman, like a couple made in heaven.

Seeing Gu Simiao coming out, Fu Wei moved closer to Lu Chen, and then cupped her hands to Gu Simiao.

"Good day, General."

Lu Chen also greeted him.

"Long time no see, Miss Gu."