Chapter 812: Full-level Boss Dressed As a Peasant Girl
Chapter 812: When to Return Home
Shu Yu had a rough idea in her mind, but she still wanted to confirm with Qi Chan.
He smiled and said, "Thanks to your blessing, I have also been reinstated in my official position. After finishing up the matters at hand in a few days, I will set off for the capital with Minister Qian."
Shu Yu was pleasantly surprised. "Then I congratulate you, sir."
Qi Chan waved his hand. "Thank you, thank you. Speaking of which, it is all thanks to you. If not for you, I wouldn't necessarily have been able to return to the capital."
"You're being too modest, sir. With your abilities and talents, even without me, you would surely have been able to return."
"You can still call me 'sir.' Here, the title 'sir' sounds more pleasing to the ears."
"Sir," Shu Yu readily agreed. However, she had another question that she was quite curious about. "Sir, it's not surprising that I was acquitted and released thanks to the heat patches offered to the emperor. However, isn't the title of village lord a bit too sudden?"
At most, they could have rewarded her with more silver, or perhaps a plaque with some inscribed words. That would have been a normal course of action.
Qi Chan smiled and said, "Actually, I find it strange as well."
The emperor wasn't known for his generosity, and in front of him, Shu Yu was just a criminal from a remote area surnamed Lu. Offering the heat patches was commendable, but being acquitted was already a favor, not to mention the additional rewards in silver.
Yet, he had bestowed her with the title of village lord.
Qi Chan rubbed his chin and said, "Once we return to the capital, I'll inquire about this matter. But regardless, it's still a good thing for you."
As a young girl who didn't involve herself in court politics, even if she became a village lord, she wouldn't obstruct anyone's path.
Qi Chan assured her to rest assured, but then he changed the subject and asked, "Now that you are no longer a exiled criminal and don't need to continue working, have you decided when to return to Jiangyuan County?"
"Although I don't need to work anymore, I still need to find people to take over the estate and hand over the register before leaving. It shouldn't take more than ten days. If we delay further, the weather will become hot, and it won't be ideal for traveling."
Qi Chan nodded. "That makes sense. After today, we will be going our separate ways. We might not have a chance to see each other again. I've been quite compatible with you, and every time you surprise me. Speaking of which, I still owe you a favor, and I don't know when I will be able to repay it."
"If you never repay it, it means I haven't encountered any major troubles. I actually hope things continue to go smoothly like this."
Qi Chan burst into laughter. "That makes sense. But you have helped me many times before. In the future, it doesn't necessarily have to be because of troubles that you seek me out."
After saying that, Qi Chan handed her a note. "This is the address of the Qi family in the capital. If you have the opportunity to come to the capital, come to this place to find me."
Shu Yu graciously accepted it. "Thank you very much, sir."
This was the residence of a high-ranking official in the capital, greatly favored by the emperor. He was a powerful backer, and having a good relationship with him was undoubtedly a good thing.
Shu Yu finished her conversation with Qi Chan, and at that moment, Cheng Daren and the others returned after their tour. Judging from their expressions, it seemed they didn't have much of an impression of the estate.
Taking advantage of the opportunity when they were being led by Wang Changdong to the flower hall for a meal, Shu Yu hurriedly ran out and quickly pulled her grandmother into the main entrance.
The others wanted to approach her and have a conversation, but Shu Yu moved too quickly, pulling the old lady inside without giving them a chance.
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