If he really did that, then she would naturally not show mercy to him because of their past relationship.

Feeling a sharp gaze on him, Wen Zhiqing looked at Jiang Shuyu sharply, and saw that she looked confused.

Wen Zhiqing couldn't help but narrow his eyes slightly, a trace of pain flashed in his eyes. For the first time, he doubted his intuition. Looking at Jiang Shuyu's pure and clear eyes, he couldn't help but have a familiar feeling. If he looked closely, he found that she had similarities with his lost sister. Therefore, he had a rare bit of patience with Jiang Shuyu, and then looked at Jiang Shuyu and explained carefully.

Jiang Shuyu lowered her eyes slightly and listened carefully to Wen Zhiqing's words. She couldn't help but think in her heart. She heard that the reason why Wen Zhiqing joined Xiao Jinrui's sect was because Xiao Jinrui had promised him that when he ascended the throne, he would post imperial edicts everywhere to find his relatives for him.

However, when she died, there was no news that Wen Zhiqing had found her relatives. It can be seen that Xiao Jinrui did not take this matter to heart. But think about it, as long as he successfully ascended the throne, how could he take his previous promise to heart!

However, just a verbal promise made Wen Zhiqing loyal to him and work for him. This really makes people admire Xiao Jinrui's ability to make big promises, and it also shows that Wen Zhiqing is a person who values friendship and loyalty.

If she could help him find his relatives, could she let him work for her? You know, Wen Zhiqing's ability is obvious to all. Although he is just a minor official in the army now, he will definitely achieve something as long as he wants. Wen Zhiqing knows how to repay kindness. If he can enter the court, the Jiang family may get his help in the future. Who knows!

After thinking this through, Jiang Shuyu's eyes lit up slightly, and she felt that this method was feasible. She immediately looked at Wen Zhiqing and said:

"Master Wen is brilliant and knowledgeable, and should have great ambitions. Although he can now make ends meet, his life is too difficult, and it has obscured Master Wen's talents. I wonder if he has any other plans?"

The two walked side by side, and then Jiang Shuyu stopped and looked at Wen Zhiqing and asked.

Wen Zhiqing didn't expect Jiang Shuyu to say this suddenly, and followed Jiang Shuyu's footsteps and stopped.

After thinking for a moment, he looked at Jiang Shuyu and said, "At the beginning, I was desperate and accidentally took refuge with General Jiang. I thought that the Jiang family army was just like those corrupt officials in the court, taking the royal salary but doing things that were against the will of heaven and oppressing the people.

I wanted to leave, but later I learned that someone in the military camp was deliberately distorting the facts. Such immoral behavior naturally caught my attention, so I continued to stay.

Fortunately, General Jiang discovered that person in time, and was able to eliminate the traitor and restore the military camp to a clean state. Now, I am fortunate to have the general's trust and have been given a place to stay. This is much better than I expected."

Jiang Shuyu smiled slightly, knowing that what he said was one-sided. However, they had only met once, so it was not easy for them to become close friends. However, she could give him some advice.

"That's true, but I don't think Master Wen is interested in this."

Wen Zhiqing looked at Jiang Shuyu in surprise, wondering how Jiang Shuyu could directly point out his true feelings when they were just nodding acquaintances. Suppressing his uneasiness, Wen Zhiqing couldn't help but smile, and then looked at Jiang Shuyu with a hint of amusement in his eyes.

"Then according to what Miss Jiang said, how should I retaliate so that it will not be a show of strength and leave no regrets?"

Seeing Wen Zhiqing's seemingly genuine and fake appearance, Jiang Shuyu couldn't help but smile slightly, and then looked at him with a sharp gaze and said: "Of course, he should be the Prime Minister and assist in all affairs. Only in this way can he not overshadow Master Wen's talents. What do you think, Master Wen?"

Wen Zhiqing didn't expect Jiang Shuyu to have such high expectations of him. A sudden throbbing arose in his heart, making his mood instantly surge. Wen Zhiqing's face was too excited, and he was stunned for a moment, then looked away, not daring to continue looking into Jiang Shuyu's eyes.

But what she said was not without reason. He did have such a character. However, he had no power and influence now. How could he catch the emperor's eye?

Even though he is full of talents now, he is still a hero without a place to show his skills. Wen Zhiqing concealed the disappointment in his eyes, walked slowly outside, and when he saw that Jiang Shuyu did not catch up, he slowed down and waited.

"Miss Jiang is right. However, wanting to see the emperor is harder than ascending to heaven. Besides, I am just a small official now. How can I expect to gain the attention of the emperor? Miss Jiang, please stop joking with me!"

Jiang Shuyu knew his concerns and did not say much at the moment. After all, only when people encounter something irresistible will they have the courage to burn their boats.

The two of them walked and stopped along the way, and the atmosphere was very harmonious. When Jiang Shuyu left, she looked at him and said:

"Where there's a will, there's a way. As long as Master Wen is willing, things can turn around. If you've made up your mind, you can let me know. I'll definitely lend you a helping hand!"

"Why are you helping me so much?" Wen Zhiqing didn't expect Jiang Shuyu to be so sincere and genuine in helping him find his place in the world. He surprisingly trusted Jiang Shuyu without a single doubt, as if this was the way it should be.

Jiang Shuyu knew that Wen Zhiqing had already loosened up a little at this time, so she looked at her and said:

"Rather than saying it's helping you, it's more like a mutually beneficial relationship. Although Emperor Shunqing currently values my father very much, serving the emperor is like serving a tiger. Who can guarantee that his favor will last forever? Besides, most people in the court stick together for warmth, so the Jiang family naturally needs to prepare for a rainy day!"

Seeing Jiang Shuyu's serious look, Wen Zhiqing also put away his perfunctory attitude. After thinking for a moment, Wen Zhiqing looked at Jiang Shuyu with a sharp gaze and said seriously:

"Once I've finished the things I'm doing, I'll go find Miss Jiang. Regardless of whether it succeeds or not, I'll be forever grateful for Miss Jiang's kindness!"

"Okay, then I will be waiting for Master Wen's arrival!"

Jiang Shuyu's lips curled up slightly, her face full of smiles. After all, the two of them were in a cooperative relationship, and it was hard to say who helped whom. However, Wen Zhiqing was indeed as the rumors said. It seemed that it was only a matter of time before he would be valued by the emperor.

Wen Zhiqing smiled slightly, then looked at Jiang Shuyu with a narrowed gaze, and said somewhat unnaturally:

"We will definitely have to interact with each other in the future. As the general said, it's not appropriate to be so unfamiliar. Miss Jiang, you can just call me by my name. There's no need to be so distant."

Jiang Shuyu hadn't expected Wen Zhiqing to say that, but after thinking about it, it was indeed a bit inappropriate. After all, it was just a name, so Jiang Shuyu didn't care and nodded in agreement. "Okay, you are a few years older than me, so why don't I call you Brother Wen from now on to show respect. What do you think?"

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