C16 Overwork

When you get rich after promotion, there will always be some people who like to be close to you or be dependent on you. They will always think that they are the same as you, becoming an official or making a fortune like you.

As for those people who were unaffected by the setting sun, they were always unwelcome, as if they were afraid that their bad luck would spread to them.

The same was true for the people of this world. Whether it was the ancient people or the later generations, this was true for the entire Grand Hall, and it was also a manifestation of this kind of atmosphere.

Within the majestic imperial court, several groups of people were gathered together, discussing the merits of this era.

When Gu Changqing stepped in here and heard them talking about him, it was all because of his position.

Actually, Gu Changqing was a powerful official.

Unlike those who had official titles, they had no real power and only collected taxes from the common people every year.

When the emperor ordered it, it would only be like taking off his black gauze hat and returning to his hometown, or it would not be too much to be separated from his family members by Yin and Yang.

And so, they were gradually forgotten in the imperial court.

When the gathered ministers saw Gu Changqing's arrival, they first looked at each other. After that, they all acted as if they were on good terms with him and walked to Gu Changqing's side.

"I heard that field officer Gu has returned victorious and that he is truly a famous general of the Great River Sect."

The one who said this was a minister who wielded military power. He walked to Gu Changqing's side, raised his thick palm and lightly patted his shoulder.

How many years had he experienced in the iron battlefield was also to see how well Gu Changqing had done. Although he was a concubine of the house of the Marquis, he was much more talented than Heir Gu.

Even though he was only a small field officer, after this experience, his position would increase greatly. Right now, this way of roping him in might be used to lay the foundation for his future status in the imperial court.

"I dare not, dare not, I am just a small field officer, that can be compared to you, you are the one who strengthened me and strengthened me." Gu Changqing said humbly as the two of them exchanged glances.

"No, no, it's all because of us."

When the official heard his flattery, he was somewhat happy, but he did not dare to show it on his face.

"That's right, field officer Gu is too modest. After all, there are many talents in the future. Because field officer Gu is really a genius." Another person followed their words and walked to Gu Changqing's side.

He was also one of those people who tended to pay off their flames. There were already quite a few people surrounding Gu Changqing, so how could he not keep up with them?

If Gu Changqing were to forget himself in the future, it would not be good. Thinking like this, he also said a few words and began to chat.

With Gu Changqing at the center, the court was just like this as it surrounded a lot of people.

Gu Changqing, on the other hand, didn't show too much arrogance or contempt in responding to those he chatted with.

However, his eyes were clear and his heart was calm. He had been calmly talking to them, and gradually paid more attention to his actions, not getting too close to anyone.

There was only a lump of air surrounding Heir Gu, who was standing in the periphery of the two of them. The air around him made the area around him seem somewhat deserted.

He had clearly come with Gu Changqing, so why did he have so many people by his side looking for him to chat?

He was the heir to the house of the Marquis, and he, Gu Changqing, was only a concubine. In the future, the heirs to the house of the Marquis would be himself, a bunch of blind people.

Just like this, Heir Gu formed a stark contrast with the court. He glared fiercely at Gu Changqing's side, his eyes filled with scheming.

When Han Junyao entered the main hall, he could clearly sense the atmosphere between the two sects.

He saw Gu Changqing among the crowd, skillfully facing off against the ministers and the lonely Heir Gu.

Han Junyao raised his eyebrows. He did not think much about it, as was the way things were in the imperial court. At this moment, Gu Changqing, who should have been standing in the middle of the crowd, walked over to him.

Han Jun's eyes flashed with doubt. He didn't know why this Victorious Return field officer was looking for him.

"Duke Han, according to my wife, Gu Xi is in your residence?" Gu Changqing had just noticed Han Junyao's arrival with keen eyes, so he pushed through the crowd and took the initiative to ask.

Although he had personally witnessed Han Junyao pulling Gu Xi away, he was still a bit worried that Gu Xi had really followed him back to the palace.

When the other ministers saw that he was looking for Han Junyao, they tactfully decided not to follow him because they did not want to offend this prince.

When Han Junyao heard that they were here to inquire about Gu Xi, he knitted his brows and nodded his head.

"Then what's Gu Xi doing there?" Gu Changqing asked out of curiosity, his tone worried.

"Let's talk after the assembly ends." Han Junyao spat out these words and walked to his original position, not paying any attention to how Gu Changqing, who was standing behind him, had changed his attitude.

At this time, Gu Changqing, who was planning to speak to Han Junyao, heard the eunuch's thin voice coming from the imperial court, "The imperial court is open —"

"The army that has returned from this great victory is indeed a joyous news for me. "Especially Commander Gu, I've rendered you a great service. Today, I have something to reward you with." said the Emperor, who sat above them, with a touch of admiration.

"This humble subject thanks Your Majesty. This humble subject cannot be of service to you, it is all the general's work."

Gu Changqing stepped forward, slightly bowing his body. He was neither afraid of the emperor, nor did he flatter him. This made the emperor's impression of him even better.

"Haha, my beloved one, my beloved one, quick, bestow me a reward." The Emperor wore a bright yellow robe and calmly smiled, his face full of praise.

When the other ministers saw this, they were even more certain that what they had just done was right. The emperor was praising Commander Gu, so they must have thought well of him. If they had a good relationship with Commander Gu, would they still be far from promotion?

This was followed by another round of praise for Gu Changqing, as well as reports from the ministers that had nothing to do with the emperor.

After the court was adjourned, the ministers began to walk out of the hall in groups of twos and threes, continuing their discussion about the topic just prior to the morning meeting.

As for the others, they wanted to talk to Gu Changqing, but seeing that his gaze was fixated on Han Junyao, they knew that they had nothing to talk to him about, so they left.

Gu Changqing waited for the morning assembly before heading to Han Junyao's side.

He had already confirmed that Gu Xi was still in the palace, so it wouldn't be difficult for him to visit her. He asked Han Junyao, "Can this subject come to the palace to see Xi`er?"

Seeing his worry, Han Junyao seemed to know what he was going to say, so he didn't say anything and waited for his next words.

"This subject is a little worried about her, and would like to request Your Highness to agree to this subject." This time, Gu Changqing repeated himself with a very low posture, even slightly bending his body.

Han Junyao looked at him silently, as if pondering about what to do.