"Hahaha!"
"This fellow really is something!"
Cao Qi walked out of the Gao Family Restaurant, his face wreathed in smiles.
"Meeting this man alone made this trip to Ji Province worthwhile. He may be rather fond of money, but his talent is beyond question. Once I get back, I'll have my elder brother send someone to investigate his affairs. If things really are as he says, he can be entrusted with great responsibilities!"
Listening to Cao Qi, Shu Jinen shook his head. "Someone so greedy for money will surely become corrupt if you recommend him for high office!"
"Loving money doesn't necessarily mean taking bribes."
Cao Qi explained this to them as they returned to their lodgings.
They planned to rest for a while, then browse the nearby bookshops.
But they had only just returned to their residence and had yet to close their eyes when a knock came at the door.
Somewhat resigned, Cao Qi rose, dressed, and opened the door.
The moment he opened it, a party of men burst into his residence.
Cao Qi was about to rebuke them when he saw the strong crossbows in their hands aimed at him.
He hastily raised his hands. "Gentlemen! Don't do anything rash!"
The man in the lead scrutinized him. "Chou Qi?"
"That is I."
"May I ask who you are?"
"What did you call His Majesty at the Gao Family Restaurant today?"
Cao Qi's eyes went wide. He instantly realized who stood before him.
"The Office of Affairs?? This is a misunderstanding!"
Taiji Hall, East Hall.
Cao Mao sat smiling in the seat of honor, with a man beside him who was overwhelmed by the favor.
This was none other than Ma Xili, King of Shanshan.
"You've come a long way, King of Shanshan. Have you found