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Chapter 304 Tell me, who is the real winter melon?
Chapter 304 Tell me, who is the real winter melon? !
Dongfang Xiao had a pretty good impression of Tang Shuang.
This is actually a very interesting thing - despite her complicated attitude towards Cheng Gujian and her appearance of being estranged from each other, in fact she is similar to Xu Shi.
Why?Of course it's because she herself is in a very conflicted mood right now.
From a consequential perspective, she now knows that even if she does nothing, sooner or later everything in this empire will fall into her hands.
In other words, Xu Shi's previous compromises were just superfluous.
However, because Cheng Gujian didn't say anything, Xu Shi had the opportunity to take advantage of it and created the current situation.
Who can blame this?It seems that everyone has problems - Cheng Gujian has his own reasons for concealing the truth. In the final analysis, it is to temper the little queen. Otherwise, she knows that she has been under shelter, and she will most likely be even more useless than she is now.
Yes, if you look at it from Xu Shi's perspective, she is actually quite useless now. At most, she is on the qualified standard line. She also has some other people to help her, so that she will not be unable to play without herself.
But the consequences of what he did were obvious. In the end, Boss Xu won.
Is there any problem with Dongfang Xiao?Of course there are, but it can only be said that her character is still too bad. Even if Xu Shi keeps digging holes for her, she finally takes the initiative to plunge into them.
It's too late to regret now. The influence of "entropy of evil thoughts" is irreversible, at least for her, it's impossible. It just depends on when and where the mark appears.
Therefore, she was dissatisfied with Xu Shiye, and when she saw him, she would be reminded of her previous wrong decision.
Naturally, she treated the people around Xu Shi the same way. She hated them all and couldn't help but look at them with a critical attitude.
And Tang Shuang was the kind of person that exceeded her expectations. He didn't look like a person at first glance, but who knew he was actually the governor of Night Sin City?In terms of level, he can be equated with himself.
But the Great Governor of the Tang Dynasty was very approachable. He had the majesty of a superior but not much, and he was like a calm lake when he talked.
If you have to say it, she is probably somewhere between a good person like Sister Xie and a bad person like Jiang Chengcheng...right?
The little queen thought so.
However, this is just an interlude. The exchange of interests between the two lands is the highlight of today's negotiations.
The final result was satisfactory to both parties.
The City of Night Sin, of course, in accordance with the original agreement, will successively build factories in various counties of the Hualan Empire to help them produce weapons. Infrastructure construction such as electrical and water conservancy will also follow up. It is considered a large-scale reform across the country.
As for the further informatization construction, it will be launched after the above-mentioned construction is completed - the previous pilot construction of Yinsong Island has already illustrated this problem. Even if the things are ready-made, they still need some time for people who have never come into contact with them. Just digest it a little bit.
Even with such a small-scale reform and upgrade, let alone such a large area of land, you don't have to imagine how much impact it will have on the people here.
Fortunately, everyone has plenty of time and professionals are available.
Oh, by the way, speaking of Yinsong Island, this island is now divided into a so-called "autonomous region", which can be separated from the Hualan Empire and placed under Pan Cheng's own jurisdiction.
To put it bluntly, it was "borrowed" by the City of Night Sin to build an overseas base. You can understand the truth, but you have to use a more elegant expression, otherwise you will end up with a bunch of old-fashioned people crying that the land of their ancestors cannot be handed over to others.
In addition, the benefit that Night Sin City can get is naturally the Hualan Empire's unique liquid "Rust Mist" veins. Anyway, Boss Xu has already circled several of them for himself.
It can be said that this should be the biggest gain from this overseas trip - as mentioned before, compared with the high-concentration "Rust Mist" ore in the "Forgotten" territory, the liquid "Rust Mist" ore also has its own unique advantages. Now, it can be said that each has its own merits.
Long before all the dust settled, Jiang Chengcheng and Xie Qingyan had already conducted some research on it, and concluded that the liquid "Rust Mist" ore has considerable value in both military and medical applications.
On this basis, the two lands will also conduct talent exchanges in order to maximize the value of these resources and develop better weapons and medicines.
After all, everyone now knows that there is a "natural law" above them, and after hearing all this, Dongfang Xiao did not hesitate to position it as an "enemy".
Not to mention that she has her own ambitions, at least she doesn't want to be manipulated in life like a puppet on strings. Why should everything we do have to serve the so-called protagonist or the plot?Go to hell!
But there is one thing to say, given her current situation, it is actually impossible to refuse...
"Xu...Teacher, are you telling the truth?"
She also confirmed, "According to what plot, I will eventually become that Luo Yu's fan? There is a high possibility that I will be with another woman..."
"Although it is speculation, the situation will not deviate too much."
Xu Shi was very confident about this. Who told him to break away from such a plot?
People in "Tianli" seem to love the harem setting, at least this is the case in Night Sin City and the Hualan Empire.
"Speaking of which, I'm still curious. Have you had any interactions with him before?"
Boss Xu asked with interest.
"...If I didn't say anything, I would actually have no impression of this person."
Dongfang Xiao shook his head, "I just saw him once at the Templar canonization ceremony a few years ago."
But to her at that time, these things were just a formality. How could she really care about them?
That's why she was so resistant. It was true that she really wanted to commit herself to such a person. Of course, she felt that Xu Shi was a better choice.
Putting aside the human nature, at least her teacher's methods were here. She had to admit that the other party had his own personality charm, otherwise she would not be able to jump out of the hole no matter how big he dug.
"In short, the current situation... although it is not the best ending for me, it is enough to satisfy me."
It was rare for the little queen to be honest, and there was a bit more resignation in her words.
"As long as the contract between us remains, you will always be satisfied."
Xu Shi smiled.
"Little slave understands."
Dongfang Xiao blurted out subconsciously, then quickly shut his mouth after realizing that Tang Shuang was present.
No matter how many times she does this kind of drama, she still feels a little embarrassed.
The Governor of Tang Dynasty also looked at Xu Shi in disbelief, my dear fellows, are you having such a good time?
Obviously, due to the rush of time, she didn't quite understand what kind of relationship between the two people was.
But she didn't feel particularly surprised - again, if it was Xu Shi, it would be normal.
"...Sorry sorry."
The little queen wanted to find a crack in the ground and crawl into it, so she changed the subject in a panic.
"By the way, the teacher told me before that there are some things he can't make the decision, and he still has to listen to the governor... Sister Tang, you are the governor, is that true?"
"He's right."
Tang Shuang nodded without thinking, "We also have an agreement. After all, I am also the governor. All major and minor matters must be approved by me."
Xu Shi looked like he had seen a ghost. When did this kind of agreement happen?I do not know how?
"...But it seems that I only have the power to approve."
The Governor of Tang Dynasty rolled his eyes at him and said the second half of the sentence slowly.
They don't even have the right to disapprove, this is what the Dog Consortium is like.
There was still a bit of resentment in her tone. She recalled that in the past she had regarded the consortium as a jackal, but she didn't expect that it would turn out like this in the end.
Humph.
"Stop talking about this, I also have something to ask you."
She brought the topic back.
"OK?"
"I heard that there is a little secret between you and Xu Shi. Can you show it to me?"
Tang Shuang blinked and asked.Dongfang Xiao suddenly had black lines all over his head.
...The preface is retracted!
This one is no different from a bad teacher like Jiang Chengcheng!
……
It's impossible to show off, mainly because boss Xu's level is not yet able to do a large online multiplayer Impart.
However, Tang Shuang was still very happy when she left the palace, mainly because in addition to the practical discussions, Xu Shi also obtained an imperial edict.
"When the emperor was in charge, he was loyal to the country and made great contributions to the world. He was specially appointed as regent, enjoyed the title of duke, and was granted a fief of tens of thousands of hectares..."
This is obviously top-notch treatment, but it also inevitably smells like a gag. To put it more interestingly, it gives him a status, which is more symbolic than practical - he can't really be one. The so-called fiefdom of the duke and prince who lives in a corner is also "administered by the royal family."
Including the privileges of entering the palace at any time, sitting in front of the palace with swords and shoes, etc. It is true that ordinary people cannot enjoy it, but he does not need Dongfang Xiao's consent to do so. He has been to the palace so many times before, except for the first time. , when is notification and approval required?
But that's enough. Anyone with a discerning eye can tell at a glance that he has become the second Cheng Gujian.
Yes, the Hualan Empire cannot live without the Grand Duke, just like the West cannot live without Jerusalem.
As for what the court ministers think, whether they oppose it or support it, this is not something he needs to worry about. Dongfang Xiao will sort it out for him.
"Prince Regent, that sounds cool."
Tang Shuang took the edict and weighed it, "Not bad, not bad. Finally, I am a good match for this governor."
"I'll take you down. If I hadn't forced you so hard in the beginning, would you have had the heart to be the governor?"
Xu Shi made a grimace to her. Besides, what kind of regent did I need to increase the gold content?
Obviously, in the City of Night Sin, the status of the consortium is higher, okay?
"Then I don't care, that's the reason."
Governor Tang started to make nonsense, "By the way, while you were away, I redesigned the uniforms of the government system and brought a few sets over. Do you want to wear them?"
It has to be said that she is quite obsessed with role-playing.
"Well...it depends on my mood."
"You dare not agree? I am ordering you as the governor!"
Tang Shuang put on a very majestic look, "Otherwise, you don't have to go back. Just go and grow old alone in a foreign country with your little queen in your arms!"
"Ah yes yes yes."
For this kind of innocuous threat, Boss Xu is just a loser.
To put it bluntly, with the way the two of them behave, it is difficult to tell that they are the rulers of a city-state, or a land, and they are just a happy couple playing around.
At least that's what the pedestrians on the road thought all the way back.
When they returned to the mansion, their young apprentice Pan Ling had been waiting for a long time.
"master."
Miss Xiaoling said seriously, "Can you tell me now what is the situation of "Tianli"? "
The time was tight before, and Xu Shi didn't have time to explain too much to her, which made her very anxious.
"Look, I'm in a hurry."
Xu Shi couldn't help but laugh, but naturally he would not break his promise, so he told her the cause and effect in detail, much more seriously than when he answered Dongfang Xiao's questions in the palace.
"...Is that so?"
Surprisingly, Pan Ling's reaction to all this was not violent, and even a little too calm.
"You can hold your breath."
Xu was still a little surprised.
"Because I've broken the so-called plot arrangement now, haven't I?"
The silly disciple said seriously, "Instead of worrying about these illusory things, it is better to do everything at hand."
"With the master here, I think no matter what it is, it can be solved, right?"
She continued, "Even if you don't finish, I will pick up the baton and keep going."
At first glance, this sounds rebellious, but of course she doesn't mean it.
On the contrary, it can be seen from her reaction that Xu Shi's previous teaching was quite successful.
Not only is the little girl no longer timid and introverted, but she is also able to look at everything with a normal mind. There is a lot of power in peace.
She didn't even react much to Luo Yu's death.
"Let's put aside the feud between him and you, master. In the final analysis, he is just a pawn of "Tianli". "
She has her own opinion, "A manipulated life is always a tragedy. I just hope that I can work with the master to prevent such a tragedy from happening again."
"……well said."
Xu Shi quite agreed with her statement, and she was worthy of being his disciple.
Of course, in contrast, Pan Feng, who was straightforward, was still a little sad about this - after all, Luo Yu was once her family, so it was inevitable to feel sad.
Unfortunately.
This sadness was easily washed away.
Not because of anything else.
But because of Gu Yi.
"Hey, winter melon!"
Miss Black Rabbit bossed Pan Fengyi around, "I am also your mistress, is it so difficult for you to do something?"
"No……"
Miss Xiaofeng felt aggrieved, "Can you please stop calling me Winter Melon? I know it's wrong..."
"I know you know you're wrong."
Gu Yi was reluctant, "But this has nothing to do with whether I call you Winter Melon or not! If I give you another chance, who is Winter Melon?"
"...I am Winter Melon."
Pan Feng was completely speechless. If he had known that Mrs. Gu was such a petty person, he would not have said such words out of his head if he killed her!
The fierce girl shed tears and cried out.
(End of this chapter)
Dongfang Xiao had a pretty good impression of Tang Shuang.
This is actually a very interesting thing - despite her complicated attitude towards Cheng Gujian and her appearance of being estranged from each other, in fact she is similar to Xu Shi.
Why?Of course it's because she herself is in a very conflicted mood right now.
From a consequential perspective, she now knows that even if she does nothing, sooner or later everything in this empire will fall into her hands.
In other words, Xu Shi's previous compromises were just superfluous.
However, because Cheng Gujian didn't say anything, Xu Shi had the opportunity to take advantage of it and created the current situation.
Who can blame this?It seems that everyone has problems - Cheng Gujian has his own reasons for concealing the truth. In the final analysis, it is to temper the little queen. Otherwise, she knows that she has been under shelter, and she will most likely be even more useless than she is now.
Yes, if you look at it from Xu Shi's perspective, she is actually quite useless now. At most, she is on the qualified standard line. She also has some other people to help her, so that she will not be unable to play without herself.
But the consequences of what he did were obvious. In the end, Boss Xu won.
Is there any problem with Dongfang Xiao?Of course there are, but it can only be said that her character is still too bad. Even if Xu Shi keeps digging holes for her, she finally takes the initiative to plunge into them.
It's too late to regret now. The influence of "entropy of evil thoughts" is irreversible, at least for her, it's impossible. It just depends on when and where the mark appears.
Therefore, she was dissatisfied with Xu Shiye, and when she saw him, she would be reminded of her previous wrong decision.
Naturally, she treated the people around Xu Shi the same way. She hated them all and couldn't help but look at them with a critical attitude.
And Tang Shuang was the kind of person that exceeded her expectations. He didn't look like a person at first glance, but who knew he was actually the governor of Night Sin City?In terms of level, he can be equated with himself.
But the Great Governor of the Tang Dynasty was very approachable. He had the majesty of a superior but not much, and he was like a calm lake when he talked.
If you have to say it, she is probably somewhere between a good person like Sister Xie and a bad person like Jiang Chengcheng...right?
The little queen thought so.
However, this is just an interlude. The exchange of interests between the two lands is the highlight of today's negotiations.
The final result was satisfactory to both parties.
The City of Night Sin, of course, in accordance with the original agreement, will successively build factories in various counties of the Hualan Empire to help them produce weapons. Infrastructure construction such as electrical and water conservancy will also follow up. It is considered a large-scale reform across the country.
As for the further informatization construction, it will be launched after the above-mentioned construction is completed - the previous pilot construction of Yinsong Island has already illustrated this problem. Even if the things are ready-made, they still need some time for people who have never come into contact with them. Just digest it a little bit.
Even with such a small-scale reform and upgrade, let alone such a large area of land, you don't have to imagine how much impact it will have on the people here.
Fortunately, everyone has plenty of time and professionals are available.
Oh, by the way, speaking of Yinsong Island, this island is now divided into a so-called "autonomous region", which can be separated from the Hualan Empire and placed under Pan Cheng's own jurisdiction.
To put it bluntly, it was "borrowed" by the City of Night Sin to build an overseas base. You can understand the truth, but you have to use a more elegant expression, otherwise you will end up with a bunch of old-fashioned people crying that the land of their ancestors cannot be handed over to others.
In addition, the benefit that Night Sin City can get is naturally the Hualan Empire's unique liquid "Rust Mist" veins. Anyway, Boss Xu has already circled several of them for himself.
It can be said that this should be the biggest gain from this overseas trip - as mentioned before, compared with the high-concentration "Rust Mist" ore in the "Forgotten" territory, the liquid "Rust Mist" ore also has its own unique advantages. Now, it can be said that each has its own merits.
Long before all the dust settled, Jiang Chengcheng and Xie Qingyan had already conducted some research on it, and concluded that the liquid "Rust Mist" ore has considerable value in both military and medical applications.
On this basis, the two lands will also conduct talent exchanges in order to maximize the value of these resources and develop better weapons and medicines.
After all, everyone now knows that there is a "natural law" above them, and after hearing all this, Dongfang Xiao did not hesitate to position it as an "enemy".
Not to mention that she has her own ambitions, at least she doesn't want to be manipulated in life like a puppet on strings. Why should everything we do have to serve the so-called protagonist or the plot?Go to hell!
But there is one thing to say, given her current situation, it is actually impossible to refuse...
"Xu...Teacher, are you telling the truth?"
She also confirmed, "According to what plot, I will eventually become that Luo Yu's fan? There is a high possibility that I will be with another woman..."
"Although it is speculation, the situation will not deviate too much."
Xu Shi was very confident about this. Who told him to break away from such a plot?
People in "Tianli" seem to love the harem setting, at least this is the case in Night Sin City and the Hualan Empire.
"Speaking of which, I'm still curious. Have you had any interactions with him before?"
Boss Xu asked with interest.
"...If I didn't say anything, I would actually have no impression of this person."
Dongfang Xiao shook his head, "I just saw him once at the Templar canonization ceremony a few years ago."
But to her at that time, these things were just a formality. How could she really care about them?
That's why she was so resistant. It was true that she really wanted to commit herself to such a person. Of course, she felt that Xu Shi was a better choice.
Putting aside the human nature, at least her teacher's methods were here. She had to admit that the other party had his own personality charm, otherwise she would not be able to jump out of the hole no matter how big he dug.
"In short, the current situation... although it is not the best ending for me, it is enough to satisfy me."
It was rare for the little queen to be honest, and there was a bit more resignation in her words.
"As long as the contract between us remains, you will always be satisfied."
Xu Shi smiled.
"Little slave understands."
Dongfang Xiao blurted out subconsciously, then quickly shut his mouth after realizing that Tang Shuang was present.
No matter how many times she does this kind of drama, she still feels a little embarrassed.
The Governor of Tang Dynasty also looked at Xu Shi in disbelief, my dear fellows, are you having such a good time?
Obviously, due to the rush of time, she didn't quite understand what kind of relationship between the two people was.
But she didn't feel particularly surprised - again, if it was Xu Shi, it would be normal.
"...Sorry sorry."
The little queen wanted to find a crack in the ground and crawl into it, so she changed the subject in a panic.
"By the way, the teacher told me before that there are some things he can't make the decision, and he still has to listen to the governor... Sister Tang, you are the governor, is that true?"
"He's right."
Tang Shuang nodded without thinking, "We also have an agreement. After all, I am also the governor. All major and minor matters must be approved by me."
Xu Shi looked like he had seen a ghost. When did this kind of agreement happen?I do not know how?
"...But it seems that I only have the power to approve."
The Governor of Tang Dynasty rolled his eyes at him and said the second half of the sentence slowly.
They don't even have the right to disapprove, this is what the Dog Consortium is like.
There was still a bit of resentment in her tone. She recalled that in the past she had regarded the consortium as a jackal, but she didn't expect that it would turn out like this in the end.
Humph.
"Stop talking about this, I also have something to ask you."
She brought the topic back.
"OK?"
"I heard that there is a little secret between you and Xu Shi. Can you show it to me?"
Tang Shuang blinked and asked.Dongfang Xiao suddenly had black lines all over his head.
...The preface is retracted!
This one is no different from a bad teacher like Jiang Chengcheng!
……
It's impossible to show off, mainly because boss Xu's level is not yet able to do a large online multiplayer Impart.
However, Tang Shuang was still very happy when she left the palace, mainly because in addition to the practical discussions, Xu Shi also obtained an imperial edict.
"When the emperor was in charge, he was loyal to the country and made great contributions to the world. He was specially appointed as regent, enjoyed the title of duke, and was granted a fief of tens of thousands of hectares..."
This is obviously top-notch treatment, but it also inevitably smells like a gag. To put it more interestingly, it gives him a status, which is more symbolic than practical - he can't really be one. The so-called fiefdom of the duke and prince who lives in a corner is also "administered by the royal family."
Including the privileges of entering the palace at any time, sitting in front of the palace with swords and shoes, etc. It is true that ordinary people cannot enjoy it, but he does not need Dongfang Xiao's consent to do so. He has been to the palace so many times before, except for the first time. , when is notification and approval required?
But that's enough. Anyone with a discerning eye can tell at a glance that he has become the second Cheng Gujian.
Yes, the Hualan Empire cannot live without the Grand Duke, just like the West cannot live without Jerusalem.
As for what the court ministers think, whether they oppose it or support it, this is not something he needs to worry about. Dongfang Xiao will sort it out for him.
"Prince Regent, that sounds cool."
Tang Shuang took the edict and weighed it, "Not bad, not bad. Finally, I am a good match for this governor."
"I'll take you down. If I hadn't forced you so hard in the beginning, would you have had the heart to be the governor?"
Xu Shi made a grimace to her. Besides, what kind of regent did I need to increase the gold content?
Obviously, in the City of Night Sin, the status of the consortium is higher, okay?
"Then I don't care, that's the reason."
Governor Tang started to make nonsense, "By the way, while you were away, I redesigned the uniforms of the government system and brought a few sets over. Do you want to wear them?"
It has to be said that she is quite obsessed with role-playing.
"Well...it depends on my mood."
"You dare not agree? I am ordering you as the governor!"
Tang Shuang put on a very majestic look, "Otherwise, you don't have to go back. Just go and grow old alone in a foreign country with your little queen in your arms!"
"Ah yes yes yes."
For this kind of innocuous threat, Boss Xu is just a loser.
To put it bluntly, with the way the two of them behave, it is difficult to tell that they are the rulers of a city-state, or a land, and they are just a happy couple playing around.
At least that's what the pedestrians on the road thought all the way back.
When they returned to the mansion, their young apprentice Pan Ling had been waiting for a long time.
"master."
Miss Xiaoling said seriously, "Can you tell me now what is the situation of "Tianli"? "
The time was tight before, and Xu Shi didn't have time to explain too much to her, which made her very anxious.
"Look, I'm in a hurry."
Xu Shi couldn't help but laugh, but naturally he would not break his promise, so he told her the cause and effect in detail, much more seriously than when he answered Dongfang Xiao's questions in the palace.
"...Is that so?"
Surprisingly, Pan Ling's reaction to all this was not violent, and even a little too calm.
"You can hold your breath."
Xu was still a little surprised.
"Because I've broken the so-called plot arrangement now, haven't I?"
The silly disciple said seriously, "Instead of worrying about these illusory things, it is better to do everything at hand."
"With the master here, I think no matter what it is, it can be solved, right?"
She continued, "Even if you don't finish, I will pick up the baton and keep going."
At first glance, this sounds rebellious, but of course she doesn't mean it.
On the contrary, it can be seen from her reaction that Xu Shi's previous teaching was quite successful.
Not only is the little girl no longer timid and introverted, but she is also able to look at everything with a normal mind. There is a lot of power in peace.
She didn't even react much to Luo Yu's death.
"Let's put aside the feud between him and you, master. In the final analysis, he is just a pawn of "Tianli". "
She has her own opinion, "A manipulated life is always a tragedy. I just hope that I can work with the master to prevent such a tragedy from happening again."
"……well said."
Xu Shi quite agreed with her statement, and she was worthy of being his disciple.
Of course, in contrast, Pan Feng, who was straightforward, was still a little sad about this - after all, Luo Yu was once her family, so it was inevitable to feel sad.
Unfortunately.
This sadness was easily washed away.
Not because of anything else.
But because of Gu Yi.
"Hey, winter melon!"
Miss Black Rabbit bossed Pan Fengyi around, "I am also your mistress, is it so difficult for you to do something?"
"No……"
Miss Xiaofeng felt aggrieved, "Can you please stop calling me Winter Melon? I know it's wrong..."
"I know you know you're wrong."
Gu Yi was reluctant, "But this has nothing to do with whether I call you Winter Melon or not! If I give you another chance, who is Winter Melon?"
"...I am Winter Melon."
Pan Feng was completely speechless. If he had known that Mrs. Gu was such a petty person, he would not have said such words out of his head if he killed her!
The fierce girl shed tears and cried out.
(End of this chapter)
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