After returning to Jingzhou from Tucheng, Xu Xuan surprisingly did not propose to immediately return south to Jiangnan, nor did he immediately give up his duties as mayor of the agricultural reclamation area.

He took Li Congjia back to the agricultural reclamation area, and refused Zhu Xiu's request to accompany him. He said with a cold face that they would still live in the agricultural reclamation area in the near future, and he would also perform his duties as mayor with all his heart.

The only requirement is that Zhu Xiu must not take the initiative to disturb him.

No matter how Zhu Xiu apologized and Li Congjia tried to persuade him, Xu Xuan remained unmoved and looked determined to draw a clear line with Zhu Xiu.

It seems that Tao Wenju was secretly instructed to demand 700,000 yuan of "meat money", which caused indelible damage to Xu Xuan's heart.

In desperation, Zhu Xiu had to ask Guan Tieshi to escort them back to the farming area.

Half a month later, at the end of February, Xu Biao led his people to escort 300,000 guan of money and arrived in Anding County under the escort of the soldiers from Qiugu County.

Pei Jin organized the officials in the Du branch to conduct an inventory. It took more than half a day to complete the inventory and verify that it was correct, affixed seals and stored it in the Jiedu government warehouse.

The officials in the Du Branch Office have become numb to the large-scale work of counting money and goods, and they are not surprised that the Jiedu Mansion can receive huge sums of money in addition to a batch of salt money from time to time.

They don't know where the young commander got so much money, nor do they know how much money is in the Jiedu Mansion's warehouse. They only know that the combined savings of the Changyi Army in the past thirty years are not as much as the money they have obtained in the past two years.

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Anyway, everyone in Jingzhou knows that Jiedu Mansion is rich, and the Young Master is even more wealthy.

However, not long ago, some party members sent hundreds of kilograms of gold to Jiedu Mansion. The golden gold collars were piled up like a hill. It was said that the golden light could blind people.

The Jiedu government had abundant finances, subordinate officials received many benefits, and the soldiers had sufficient food and pay, and everyone was happy.

When Xu Xuan learned of Xu Biao's arrival, he rushed back to Anding County with Li Congjia the next day, and a resignation letter was also placed on Zhu Xiu's desk.

Zhu Xiu knew that Xu Xuan had decided to leave and that their identities had been exposed. It was not safe to stay in Jingzhou and it would also be a trouble for the Changyi Army.

Zhu Xiu happily approved the release and saw him off outside the east gate of the county seat the next day.

Originally, Zhu Xiu wanted to hold a grand farewell banquet for Xu Xuan, but Xu Xuan declined. Instead, he took Li Congjia and made a special trip to Shenghe Dishe to meet the waiters and the master chefs in the back kitchen to help the aunts.

Farewell.

In order to thank them for taking care of them over the past few days, Xu Hyun also specially prepared a red envelope for each person.

The aunts were extremely grateful and surrounded Li Congjia with all kinds of expressions of reluctance.

This little fat man Tuya, who had been with them for more than half a year, was deeply loved by the aunts, and even said that if Li Congjia was willing to stay, they would marry their daughters and nieces to him as their wives.

Li Congjia was sweating profusely and bowed to express his gratitude. By the time he escaped from the aunts' encirclement, most of his clothes were already wet.

Outside the east gate, Xu Xuan was dressed in a blue and black brocade robe and a cloak. He was looking at the Anding County town with his hands behind his back in a daze.

The ancient city walls with mottled traces, snow piled on top of the city, the cold and damp air, the warm and simple people, various innovated regulations and systems, from the government to the military and civilians, a scene full of vitality... These are all Xu

Hyun remains in his heart, a memory he will never forget.

Of course, there is also a treacherous and cunning young man with a human face and an animal heart. He suffered a loss and was deceived. In the end, he still wants to be good to him. Xu Xuan feels that all his life's losses have been eaten up in Jingzhou. This is what he has engraved in his soul.

Deep memory.

Xu Xuan looked at Zhu Xiu with complicated eyes, and moved his eyes behind him to the Dishe clerk named Hu Guangyue.

In front of him was Hu Guangyue, who was dressed in scale armor and had a sword hanging from his waist. His face was solemn and majestic, as if he were a warrior in the army. He stood three feet behind Zhu Xiu with his eyes lowered and faithfully performed his guard duty.

Xu Xuan secretly smiled bitterly, such an image was so different from the tall and honest Dishe boy in his impression.

Aware of Xu Xuan's gaze, Hu Guangyue raised his eyelids, grinned, nodded slightly, and then lowered his eyes solemnly to remain alert.

"This General Hu is the real head of Shenghe Dishe, right?" Xu Xuan sighed.

Zhu Xiu smiled and said: "Hu Guangyue is my deputy commander, and Shenghe Residence is also a property under the name of Jiedu Mansion."

Xu Xuan's face trembled. It turned out that he and Li Congjia had been under Zhu Xiu's surveillance since the day they moved into the residence.

At first, he only thought that Hu Guangyue, a simple young man from the county town, although he was just a small clerk, his conversation and knowledge were quite extraordinary, and he would always have the opportunity to stand out in the future.

I didn't expect that he already had a military position, so he hid it well...

Xu Xuan laughed at himself, as expected, there are just as many subordinates as there are masters, and all of them are sinister and sinister.

Zhu Xiu curled his lips, looking at this guy's appearance, he knew that he was slandering himself in his heart again.

Xu Xuan took a long breath and slowly raised his hands and said: "Anyway, Zhu Shaolang was kind to the little prince and Xu. During this time in Jingzhou, I also asked Zhu Shaolang to take care of me. Xu will definitely remember this kindness in his heart."

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Zhu Xiu blinked and felt that Xu Xuan felt like he was gritting his teeth when he said these words. He didn't know if it was his imagination...

"Mr. Xu is serious! I have gained a lot from my acquaintance with Prince Anding and Mr. Xu. I just wish I could always follow you and listen to his teachings!" Zhu Xiu shook his head regretfully.

Xu Xuan smiled bitterly, "Zhu Shaolang has a mentor who is a scholar of heaven and man. Compared with Xu, a silver candle is to the bright moon and a grain of sand is to the desert. How dare they compare! Xu and Zhu Shaolang talked several times, and they were able to talk every time.

I have benefited a lot. I was fortunate to serve as the mayor of the agricultural reclamation area during this period, and I also have a new understanding of managing the world and benefiting the people. Xu should thank Zhu Shaolang for his generous teachings!"

Saying that, Xu Xuan bowed sincerely.

Zhu Xiu quickly stepped aside and said, "Mr. Xu, you can't do this, it's a shame!"

Hu Guangyue came forward with a tray covered with a piece of red silk cloth.

Zhu Xiu uncovered the red silk cloth and found two pieces of gold paper underneath.

"As a parting gift, please accept it, Mr. Xu." Zhu Xiu said with a smile.

Xu Xuan originally thought that Zhu Xiu was going to give away travel expenses, but when he was about to decline, he saw two pieces of gold paper. He was stunned, took it out and opened it to read.

An article was transcribed on the first piece of paper, it was the "Snow Ode".

A poem was written on the second piece of paper, titled "Farewell to a Friend".

Xu Xuan glanced at Zhu Xiu and muttered:

"The lonely boat leaves thousands of flowers in the west in the spring, and the mountains are full of green water and the streams are full of them. It is expected that the guests will be worried about where they are, and the official residence in the green shade can listen to the song of orioles."

Xu Xuan seemed to be touched by some emotion deep in his heart. He trembled and his eyes were slightly moist. He couldn't help but read the poem several times.

"Spring is about to begin. I wish you, sir, to return from your trip to the south and enjoy the spring scenery and return happily!" Zhu Xiu smiled and bowed in salute.

"Thank you...Zhu Shaolang!"

Xu Xuan was so moved that he let out a long sigh, holding two golden pieces of paper that were precious to him, and laughed heartily: "Good calligraphy, good poems, good articles! If I can get to know Mr. Siyou, what else can I get from this?"

Mo Bao, this trip is really worth it!"

"Haha, sir, you are overly praised. Mr. Siyou is the name of the family teacher. I am just a donkey wearing a tiger's skin and showing off in the market!" Zhu Xiu shook his head and said seriously.

Xu Xuan's smile became more and more cheerful, and he stroked his beard and said: "In time, the world will know the names of Mr. Siyou and Mr. Zhu Shaolang. Anyway, you master and disciple are just the same person. Who is pulling the tiger skin of whom is not important to the people of the world~

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Xu Xuan smiled thoughtfully, and Zhu Xiu spread her hands helplessly.

"Master Zhu, farewell! We'll see you again someday!" Xu Xuan carefully put away the gold paper and bowed solemnly to say goodbye.

"Take care along the way, sir!"

Xu Biao stepped forward and helped Xu Xuan get into the car: "Grandpa Third, please slow down~"

Xu Biao wanted to glare at Zhu Xiu fiercely, but he glanced around and saw many soldiers with scales and swords, staring at him intentionally or unintentionally. He immediately thought of what he had experienced in the transformation field, and felt a little chilly all over. He did not dare to lower his head.

He made a mistake, climbed into the carriage, waved his whip and drove away.

The carriage that Li Congjia was riding in stopped, and a round fat head stuck out of the window. Little Fatty Rabbit Ya said sadly: "Brother Zhu, take care, the younger brother is gone."

Zhu Xiu cupped his hands and said, "Have a good trip, dear brother!"

Li Congjia reluctantly said: "Brother Zhu gave me many candies and snacks, and also gave me the recipes of Taihelou to my younger brother. I have nothing to repay. I hope that Brother Zhu can go to Jiangning in the future and let me do my best as a landlord."

friendship...."

Zhu Xiu smiled and said: "There will definitely be a chance. As a wise brother, as a prince, brother Yu may have to rely on a wise brother for support in the future!"

Li Congjia scratched his head and said sheepishly: "Brother Zhu thinks highly of my younger brother. My younger brother is just an idle prince with no power and power. He only knows how to sing the wind and the moon. I'm afraid he won't be able to give Brother Zhu a rich future..."

"Haha~ Things are unpredictable. Anyway, good brother, just don't forget me in the future!"

Li Congjia said with a stern look on his fat face: "My little brother was taken care of by Brother Zhu and spent an unforgettable happy time in Jingzhou. Brother Zhu's kindness will never be forgotten for the rest of his life!"

"My dear brother, take care of me!"

"Brother Zhu, take care! Farewell!"

The carriage rumbled away, and the long convoy drove slowly southward.

The light snow that had stopped for many days fell again. Zhu Xiu tightened her clothes and blew out a breath of white air into her palms. The late spring cold of the new year was coming again.

Zhu Xiu sighed suddenly, with a sad look on his face.

Hu Guangyue said with emotion: "Young Envoy and Mr. Xu, Mr. Li Shaolang, have such a deep friendship! Please don't be sad, Young Envoy. It is common for friends to part ways, and there will be opportunities to meet again in the future..."

Zhu Xiu rubbed her hands in anger and glanced at him strangely: "Who said I was worried just to say goodbye to my friends?"

"Then why do you sigh?" Hu Guangyue looked confused.

Zhu Xiu rolled her eyes at him: "You are stupid. The 700,000 yuan you received flew away like this. Who can not feel sad? Let alone sigh, even crying is not an exaggeration!"

Zhu Xiu sniffed and squeezed her eyes, as if she wanted to prepare for tears.

After winking and fussing for a long time, I felt nothing. I muttered, tossed my sleeves and robe, climbed on the horse and went back to the city.
To be continued...