I embezzled 100,000 taels at the beginning, and the empress begged me to be more greedy

Before I knew it, it was dark.

Bright red lanterns are hung high on both sides of the river.

The candles illuminated the entire garden. Even though it was dark, the entire Anding County was still as bright as day.

Anding Night Market is even more prosperous.

“I didn’t expect the night market in Anding County to be so lively.”

Chen Qingyun was quite surprised.

In her impression, even in the capital there was no such prosperous night market.

"If Miss Chen likes it, she can move to Anding County." Jiang Zuo suggested with a little selfishness.

Chen Qingyun hesitated.

If I were not an empress, could I still have an ordinary life?

Alas, they are all fantasies.

As an empress, she naturally has a destiny. How can she just live in disgrace for the sake of her country and her people...

"It's a pity that there is no moonlight or stars in the night sky today, otherwise it would be even more beautiful."

Chen Qingyun murmured.

Now Chen Qingyun has temporarily forgotten her identity as the empress.

In all these years since I ascended the throne, I have never felt so relaxed and comfortable...

"If Miss Chen wants, I can help you light up the night sky."

Jiang Zuo raised his head.

"Light up the night sky?"

Chen Qingyun was curious, "How do you light it up?"

"Do you want to see it?" Jiang Zuo asked.

Chen Qingyun smiled and said, "Will you set a few fires?"

"Of course not, you definitely haven't seen it."

"Then I'd like to take a look." Chen Qingyun said.

Is there anything the Empress hasn't seen?

Could it be that Jiang Zuo has something new?

"Come with me."

Jiang Zuo said, taking Chen Qingyun to a riverside courtyard.

Jiang Zuo was seen giving instructions to a few people, and then ordered people to bring tea and food to entertain Chen Qingyun.

"Lord Jiang, didn't you say that you wanted to light up the night sky?" Chen Qingyun said.

Jiang Zuo sat down and said calmly, "Don't worry, it will be ready soon. Miss Chen must be hungry too. Eat something first and have a few cups of... tea."

Chen Qingyun was very confused.

What is this guy Jiang Zuo trying to do?

After about an incense stick of time, they were full and had enough tea and food.

A man came to Jiang Zuo and said, "Master Jiang, everything is ready."

"Okay, let it go." Jiang Zuo nodded.

"Yes."

"Miss Chen, please look up." Jiang Zuo pointed to the quiet night sky.

Chen Qingyun was very curious about what new things Jiang Zuo could come up with.

A moment later, a loud noise suddenly sounded in the distance.

"Boom!"

Then, something exploded in the air, emitting a dazzling light.

Chen Qingyun was startled at first, then his eyes widened and he was completely attracted by what he saw.

The originally dark night sky was lit up by colorful fireworks, like a flower blooming in the air.

Chen Qingyun was stunned, his eyes were full of tears, reflecting bright lights.

"What on earth is this?"

Chen Qingyun was amazed.

The night sky is really lit up...

“This is fireworks.”

Jiang Zuo explained, "The principle is actually very simple. Just do this first, then that, and that's it."

Jiang Zuo explained seriously.

After hearing this, Chen Qingyun couldn't help but roll his eyes at him and continued to look up.

"fireworks?"

After a moment, the rumbling stopped.

It is so gorgeous and beautiful, but it only lasts for a moment and remains only in our thoughts.

"Do you like it, Miss Chen? I originally planned to use these fireworks during the Spring Festival, but today, I'll give them to you as a gift."

Jiang Zuo said.

Chen Qingyun did not answer. She still hadn't recovered from her shock.

"Can these things be sold?"

After a moment, Chen Qingyun asked softly.

The splendor of that moment just now touched her heart.

"I'm sorry Miss Chen, these can't be sold yet. To be precise, there are not many in stock." Jiang Zuo scratched his head.

Other things can be sold for now, but this one really can’t be sold.

Hearing this answer, Chen Qingyun was obviously a little disappointed.

The trip to Anding gave Chen Qingyun a lot of feelings.

Born into an imperial family, she had never had such an easy life since childhood.

Ever since he killed his brother and younger brother at Suzakumen and forced his father to abdicate, Chen Qingyun has abandoned the word "emotion".

This night cruise along the river with Jiang Zuo was just an act.

Chen Qingyun convinced himself in this way.

She turned her head and couldn't help but glance at Jiang Zuo.

At this moment, Jiang Zuo also turned around to look at Chen Qingyun.

Their eyes met, looking at each other speechlessly.

Chen Qingyun quickly avoided his gaze and said, "It's getting late. I'll go back first. Lord Jiang, goodbye."

"I'll take you there." Jiang Zuo also stood up.

"no need."

Chen Qingyun declined politely.

Then Qiuyue came to Chen Qingyun with several guards.

Seeing this, Jiang Zuo decided to give up and waved goodbye to Chen Qingyun.

Looking at Chen Qingyun's back disappearing into the darkness from afar, Jiang Zuo actually felt a little lost.

"What was going on with that emotion just now?"

Even Jiang Zuo couldn't help but ask himself.

"I approached her simply because I wanted to make money..."

Is such that.

He also convinced himself.

The next day.

Chen Qingyun and his group have packed their bags and are about to leave Anding County and return to Beijing.

In the bumpy carriage, Chen Qingyun closed his eyes and thought.

This time, she left without saying goodbye.

After all, as an empress, how could I take the initiative to say goodbye to a county magistrate...

The incognito visits over the past few days have yielded fruitful results.

In addition to finding out the current situation in Anding County and obtaining one million taels of tax silver, what is more important is to thoroughly understand Jiang Zuo's character.

Jiang Zuo is not only not a corrupt official, but also a rare genius.

No matter what, Chen Qingyun must bring Jiang Zuo into the cabinet.

"Miss, we are out of town."

Qiuyue came to report.

"Uh-huh……"

Chen Qingyun lifted the curtain of the carriage and looked back at the Anding city wall, which was getting farther and farther away.

Not far away, a fast horse was galloping towards Chen Qingyun's carriage.

Chen Qingyun was suddenly startled, but soon she abandoned all her complicated thoughts, lowered the curtain of the sedan chair, and closed her eyes.

Behind the convoy, Jiang Zuo was chasing on horseback.

"who?"

The guards rode forward vigilantly and stopped the approaching person.

"I am the magistrate of Anding County, Jiang Zuo, and I'm here to see Miss Chen off." Jiang Zuo stopped his horse and looked towards the carriage.

The guards remained unmoved and stood in front of Jiang Zuo, their right hands already placed on their swords.

"It's like this. I have something to give to Miss Chen. Please, everyone..."

Jiang Zuo said to the guard, and then prepared to take out the items in his arms.

"I'm sorry I can't do that."

Before Jiang Zuo could finish his words, the leading guard had already refused.

"Brothers, please be flexible and let me meet your young lady. It will be quick." Jiang Zuo said.

"Miss, you don't want to see anyone. Please go back." The guard refused again and rode his horse to catch up with the convoy.

Jiang Zuo had no choice but to watch the carriage go away.

Dust flew up, obscuring his vision.

After this farewell, when will we meet again?

Jiang Zuo didn’t know.

At this time, Chen Qingyun opened his eyes again, and some scenes flashed through his mind from time to time.

"What's wrong with me?"

She couldn't help but mutter to herself.

"His Majesty?"

Qiuyue thought the empress was calling her.

The empress remained silent and lifted the curtain again...