Asking for First Concubine Again

Just recalling how he had resolutely refused to divorce in front of the Emperor today, Xu Weibei felt his face flush and his ears burn.

He even felt unsure how to face Gu Wanning, as if he was about to be mocked by her.

However, this is clearly not the time to think about these things; the most important thing is right in front of us: the Emperor wants him to go to the Ministry of Revenue.

Should he be appointed as Minister or Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue?

As for the Minister, he is probably too young and inexperienced, and it would be difficult for him to win over the masses.

In the world of civil servants, it's not about who has the strongest fist, but who has the most cunning.

The Vice Minister's position is subject to others' control, and it has been significantly reduced compared to his previous status.

Xu Weibei needs to find his advisors and discuss how to deal with this matter.

They talked until very late, and the news that he was about to go to the Ministry of Revenue spread like wildfire, becoming the hottest topic of the day.

Gu Wanning was unaware that Xu Weibei had once again "made it to the trending topics." She had already met with her biological father, who had come specifically to comfort her.

After sending her biological father away, she sat on the couch, dumbfounded, as if she had turned to stone.

"Madam, Madam?" Er Ya lowered her voice, as if afraid that a loud voice would shake her stone statue.

"Xu Weibei!" Gu Wanning snapped out of her daze, slamming her hand on the table. "Where's Xu Weibei? I need to find Xu Weibei!"

His own father said he had even gone to the Emperor to plead for a divorce, and it seemed like things were about to get resolved, but then Xu Weibei betrayed him at the last minute?

Her own father also taught her to be patient, saying that when you're under someone else's roof, patience will prevent you from suffering losses, and he used stories like Han Xin's humiliation of crawling between someone's legs to encourage her.

No need, I can't tolerate this humiliation for even a moment longer.

They're so badly matched they should fight immediately.

Can't win?

Even in defeat, there is still honor.

Xu Weibei, come out and get roasted!

Gu Wanning rolled up her sleeves, eager to get started.

Er Ya was startled by her imposing manner. "Calm down, Madam, calm down! We can't fight a battle we're not prepared for. Wait for me..."

Gu Wanning thought she had some good ideas, but instead she saw her run out, then run back with a carrying pole, saying aggressively, "Alright, Madam, let's go!"

Chapter 77 Another First Concubine

Gu Wanning rushed towards empty air.

Xu Weibei wasn't there; in fact, he had just left a quarter of an hour ago.

"Madam, the Marquis must be feeling guilty," Er Ya said. "Please tell me first, what has the Marquis done to wrong you?"

Let's take a look before the enemy arrives on the battlefield.

Gu Wanning suddenly fell silent.

What was she supposed to say?

"The Marquis is unwilling to divorce," she stammered.

"He doesn't want a divorce? Why? How come he suddenly realized he can't live without you while he's sleeping?"

"What nonsense are you talking about?" Gu Wanning lowered her voice, her face slightly flushed. "You know what's going on between us."

Last night, because I couldn't sleep, my breathing became a little heavy, and he yelled at me.

If this hadn't happened, and considering his refusal to divorce, I might have really been deluding myself!

Nanny Chu ignored them at this point, probably realizing that there was no hope for the two of them and giving up on them.

After all, I'm getting old; staying up late is just taking a toll on my health.

"Why won't the Marquis agree to a divorce?"

"He wants a divorce; I just confirmed it with him. I guess he and my dad don't get along, and he's acting like a spoiled teenager."

It's that kind of "you want something, but I'll deliberately not let you have it" mentality.

"Madam, what is 'chuunibyou' (middle school syndrome)?"

"Look at the Marquis, just look at that spirit."

"Then I understand. What do we do now?"

"He can run away, but he can't hide." Gu Wanning gritted her teeth. "I'll settle accounts with him when he gets back; if he doesn't come back, I'll take over the Marquis's Residence!"

Er Ya gave a thumbs up. "It has to be you!"

"Go tell them to stay quietly in their own courtyards today, lest the Marquis take his anger out on someone later."

There will inevitably be a fierce battle between her and Xu Weibei; she must not let innocent bystanders be affected.

"Okay!"

Xu Weibei to call Qin Lie for a drink.

"Marquis, are you really going to the Ministry of Revenue?" Qin Lie had also heard about it, but he didn't believe it. Unexpectedly, Xu Weibei took the initiative to come to him immediately.

"Hmm," Xu Weibei said, "So it's estimated that I won't be able to lead troops for a while. Whatever you decide, I won't blame you."

He gave Qin Lie a chance to change his mind.

Qin Lie replied, "A true man's word is his bond. Now that I've chosen you, Marquis, I won't change my mind. Whatever Marquis do, I'll do too."

"Great, that's a good idea. Here, let me toast you."

"It is I who should be respecting Marquis."

The two men downed their drinks in one gulp, both feeling refreshed and happy.

"Although I'm reluctant to lose such a capable assistant like you, I originally thought that if General Lü could..."

Because military officers are different from civil officials, the time they can accumulate military merits is only about ten years.

Xu Weibei valued talent and was unwilling to let Qin Lie waste his time.

"Since Marquis 've thought of me, Lord Marquis, I'll be frank with Marquis too." Qin Lie poured wine for Xu Weibei. "General Lü has treated me extremely well, but some people have been making snide remarks."

Don't worry about those things.

"I don't mind, but that's the old general's grandson. If this continues, the relationship will sour."

Which family doesn't have a few unfilial descendants?

Previously, Lü Qian intended to marry his granddaughter Lü Fuyi to Qin Lie, but Qin Lie refused.

Those were his "brothers," comrades who could fight side-by-side, but he could never develop romantic feelings for them; otherwise, what would be the difference between that and homosexuality?

Lü Fuyi had no interest in marriage. She had initially agreed, but felt that he was familiar to her and thought that marrying him might save her a lot of trouble in the future.

He refused, and Lü Fuyi accepted it readily, hoping that he would not be affected by the matter.

However, Qin Lie had already suffered a lot of malice—from Lü Fuyi's two cousins, who were both useless and dragged others down.