It's the cyber age now, and you're still playing traditional villains?

If this layer didn't exist, the necessary emotions would still be there, but they would definitely not be as strong as they are now.

The most intuitive example is probably Qin Yiyan. Xu Shi was too lazy to give her any abilities, and only relied on subtle influences from words and actions. It would be difficult for her stubborn mind to change in a short period of time.

However, Dongfang Xiao was actually a stubborn person and couldn't think of any other solution, so he just decided to devote himself to him.

On the one hand, she intended to use this method to leave a little trace in Xu Shi's heart - to be honest, she was still a clean little white flower a year ago, but unfortunately now she has become the shape of Xu Shi, and learned a lot of strange knowledge, so it was natural for her to think of this method.

I've been pretending all this time, now it's time to play for real!

Secondly, as she had said before, from now on, she would be in charge of everything herself, whether it was governing the country or... finding a man.

She didn't have any extravagant expectations about getting married, but with such a beautiful woman in front of her, she felt that she couldn't look down on anyone else.

"What's the farewell?"

Seeing her serious look, Xu Shi couldn't help but laugh, "It's not like you won't come back. You can always contact me if you have any problem, understand?"

I have to say, at that moment just now, he did not see a hypocritical little daughter. Instead, he felt that Dongfang Xiao had really grown up. She was no longer as shy and hesitant as before, and seemed much more relaxed.

"You're right, we're not saying goodbye."

Dongfang Xiao did not deny his statement, but also pointed out her dilemma, "I even want to visit your city-state in the future... but after all, you won't be by my side during this period of time."

"We are both master and apprentice, and master and servant... You have to let me have some thoughts."

Her tone suddenly became slow and leisurely, "Or... do you want me to find a random man to marry, so that the empire you and I have built together can be more stable?"

Xu Shi's expression suddenly turned unsightly.

I didn’t realize that a little girl like you could actually do this?

How could he not hear that the little queen was provoking him with words so that the next thing would fall into place naturally and the matter would be settled in the end.

But this guy's possessiveness is terrifying. How could he not react at all when hearing this?

"Then let me take the initiative for a while."

He no longer hesitated. The little girl was responsible for calming down the fire she had started.

Seeing Xu Shi’s reaction, Dongfang Xiao was happy. This was the effect she wanted, wasn’t it?

But then again, if I really arrange some political marriage and find a so-called "husband", I'm afraid the only person I'd be thinking of is Xu Shi.

Hey, is this called the master’s mission?

She thought of the obscene novels she had secretly read in the past, and her face turned red unconsciously.

While she was daydreaming, Xu Shi had already carried her to the couch in the study.

The tearing pain came, and Xu Shi still tried to tease her, "Your Majesty, please forgive me for my rudeness."

How could the little queen, who had just experienced sex for the first time, withstand his tormenting? Her thoughts were completely lost.

All she could do was hold the bed sheet tightly and speak incoherently.

"You are... the real king."

……

The next morning, the princes and nobles in the court discovered that there was something different about Her Majesty the Queen.

Although the royal family now holds absolute dominance in the empire, she has encountered some changes after all, and she can still often feel that she is distracted.

Including those matters that piled up like snowflakes, she had to take on all the responsibilities herself, but she was always a little overwhelmed, which made her look even more haggard.

But after this night, it was obvious that she seemed to have resolved some of the knots in her heart. Not only did she feel more energetic, but she also looked much lighter.

With every gesture he made, he even had the air of an emperor in command, just like her father.

If you look closely, she seems to have even more charm, transforming from a slightly immature little girl into a new stage.

All the princes and ministers present knew that Dongfang Xiao was absolutely a beautiful girl. In the past, people always said that she was pretty but useless, but that was still the premise that she was pretty.

In the early years, many people wanted to get married through marriage, but they were all blocked by Cheng Gujian.

It seems even more impossible now - many people still know some details, and they know that some time ago, the Regent, oh, who was the Imperial Teacher Xu Shi at that time, often stayed in the same room with Her Majesty the Queen for a long time.

We even stayed overnight in the palace yesterday, so it was clear what happened.

Ah this...

Perhaps no one had ever imagined that their empire would eventually fall into the hands of an outsider, and even the empress might have become someone else's.

But no one is stupid enough to expose it.

Firstly, Xu Shi’s methods were indeed more ruthless than Cheng Gujian’s. If he wasn’t ruthless, he wouldn’t be able to defeat Cheng Gujian... If he really wanted to interfere in such matters, he would definitely not end up well.

Secondly, Xu Shi's arrival did bring unprecedented development to the empire, and they were all very clear about the benefits. It was definitely not a bad thing to cooperate with him and the city-states behind him.

It would be nice if I could continue to be friends with Xu Shi in this way.

The old guys all had their own ulterior motives in thinking this way, and they didn't feel any shame in selling out the Queen for benefits. What else could they say since the matter was already settled?

Just keep it tacitly understood.

Dongfang Xiao had no intention of hiding anything and talked about Xu Shi's affairs in court today.

"The Empire and the City of Night Sin are allies and have been friends forever. Now the Regent wants to return home. As a friendly country, I also hope to give him a great gift."

Next came the list she had prepared long ago, including some gold, silver, jewelry, etc., but more of them were the more precious liquid "rust mist" ore.

This was of course discussed early in the morning. For Xu Shi, these were the only gains he valued, including the mining rights to some mineral veins, which he had already obtained. Even if he returned to the Night Sin City, he would still maintain exchanges in trade and resources.

So today this is just a notification, not a discussion with these guys.

What is a tactical retreat?

He himself was now sitting on the spacious dragon throne with Dongfang Xiao. When he heard the little empress summon him, he just nodded and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

As he spoke, he put his arm around her shoulders without hesitation, "I miss my hometown, but the exchanges between the two states will not be suspended. Her Majesty has just ascended the throne, and she needs the assistance of all the kings and workers."

This is not a slip of the tongue, but a very ostentatious declaration of sovereignty. Was Dongfang Xiao the empress before? Only the throne that her buddies helped her to win is the real throne.

It is also a warning. Don't think you can jump when I'm not around. Keep your tail between your legs.

After all, we are now master and apprentice sharing the same quilt, so we should still give the necessary help.

All the ministers agreed.

Perhaps in the entire history of the Hualan Empire, there has never been such an excessive powerful minister. He was so rude to Her Majesty the Queen in public. If there was no one here, would you be furious?

But they can only pretend not to see it, and at most cry out to their ancestors in their hearts.

Dongfang Xiao's face turned red again. How could this person be so presumptuous!

But after thinking about it carefully, she felt like crying but had no tears. After all, she was the one who had provoked him. What else could she say after he became like this...

After struggling a few times and failing to get free, she simply followed Xu Shi's lead - she had no strength left. Going from the imperial study to the bedroom yesterday and being able to attend court today were both great achievements for her.

Oh, by the way, there is also a cute crown mark on the back of her right hand.

Those who understand will know what this is.

"Evil thoughts increase entropy", and the closed loop is completed.

She couldn't stand up, and it was Xu Shi who talked about the next thing.

It's mainly about some details of the empire's industrialization - in fact, the timing of going back was quite bad, as it happened to be when they were preparing to lay tracks and build trains.

It’s also a big step.

However, the corresponding personnel and technology are already in place, and it is very easy for them to make this kind of thing since they come from the City of Night Sin.

Including ships - it is said that it took Sin City overnight only a short time to regain its navigation technology, but it was more than enough to teach the people of the Hualan Empire.

After that, both sides will have safer and faster ships, and it will become much easier to travel between them and even expand and explore outward.

Under this premise, even if people thought Xu Shi was arrogant, they had to admit that this guy had some skills.

In a subtle atmosphere, Xu Shi and his party spent the last part of their time in the Hualan Empire.

On the eve of departure.

The streets are deserted.

Not only did the royal family give him enough face as the regent, Dongfang Xiao personally led people to see him off, and many people also came spontaneously to see him off.

It's just in the capacity of the Cat Patriarch - the common people may not recognize any regent, but the Cat Patriarch who benefits the country and the people is enough for them to be grateful to for the rest of their lives.

It seemed that without realizing it, everyone here could not live without him.

Looking at the magnificent scene below, Boss Xu was a little dazed for a moment, as if he had returned to the past.

But in the end, he just waved his hand and shouted the same lines.

"Raise the sails and set sail!"

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 319 How come you are more skilled than me?

2023-11-16

go home slightly.

Driving on the return journey, looking at the surrounding scenery, Xu Shi was filled with emotion.

The scenery itself is nothing special, the same unchanging dark sky and sea, but it gives people a different feeling.

The most intuitive thing is the stability of the route - he has not been drifting on the sea for more than a year, but during this period of time, the City of Night Sin and the Hualan Empire have already established mature exchanges.

Be it trade or talent, a lot of exchanges have been carried out relying on this route.

Of course, the route itself had been upgraded long ago - I have to say that Yu Xingchuan was still capable. She had been put in charge of surveying and mapping before, and now, thanks to her efforts, everyone no longer had to drift and grope around on the sea like headless flies.

I remember that it took me about a month to get here in the first place, but now it only takes about ten days.

"What are you sad about?"

In a trance, someone patted his shoulder lightly. When he turned around, it was Xia Ke'an.

It's rare to see Xia Ke'an in the mature lady form.

"Why are you willing to change back?"

Xu Shi raised his eyebrows and asked.

"I can't pat your shoulder otherwise."

The old lady smiled and said, "Besides, our CEO Xu is so busy, it's not easy to find time to talk to you alone."

As she spoke, she patted Xu Shi on the shoulder several times as if to make up for it.

Xu Shi burst out laughing, and suddenly felt that she was so cute - but she was not wrong, if she was really in the form of a little loli, she would probably have to jump to do this.

“It’s unfair.”

Hearing the other party's accusations, Boss Xu raised his hands in surrender.

Why do I sound like a little nagging woman... Why wouldn't I accompany you guys?

To be honest, after the final battle, Xia Wuyou's injuries were not serious, but they were not light either - after all, he was injured in the fight with SS. It would be a problem if he was not hurt at all.

So she basically spent this period of time recuperating from her injuries, and has only now basically recovered.

Xia Ke'an has always been the one taking care of her, and Xu Shi would visit her whenever he had time - he was not the kind of person who would do anything for him, not to mention how great a contribution Xia Xiaomao had made this time.

If she hadn't held Cheng Gujian back to buy time for Old Man Wen to show up, the entire army might have been wiped out.

We should worship her as our ancestor, how could she be as despicable as the white-haired queen says?

"Are you wronged?"

Xia Ke'an insisted, "Oh, I understand. Now that you have another daughter, you are tired of the old and love the new. I also heard that you and that little queen..."

"..."

Xu Shi finally understood what was going on and was waiting for him there.

What's the use of calling her a complaining woman or not? To put it bluntly, she is just jealous. It's the old lady who is jealous.

That's normal. Before, she was the only one who could use the name Odosan. Now that there's one more person to share it with, of course she's not happy.

As for Dongfang Xiao...even though he was the only one staying overnight in the palace, rumors would spread all over the place in no time.

Even if she stayed at home, she couldn't stop the wind from blowing into her ears.