Qian Li discovered that deep down, Gong Ming was not as serious as he appeared. Perhaps, deep down, he was still a little humorous, but because he was raised in an environment where everything he had experienced allowed him to mature faster, becoming a little adult earlier, so when he grew up, he had to bear a lot of responsibilities and missions. This also caused him to become like this … Dull.
"But …" No matter what, not everyone can enter the royal family's hunting grounds, right? "
As the Queen, Murong Yan could be said to be extremely familiar with the way of the General's House. Anyone who was able to enter could have a head start, if they wanted to enter with their current identity, they would have to rely on a very powerful backer.
However, after asking that question, Qian Li immediately rejected it, "Forget it, treat it as if I didn't ask. With Master here, how could I not be able to get in?"
Gong Ming pursed his lips, "You think so highly of me."
"Don't you have to think highly of me? Furthermore, could it be that Qian Li was wrong? "
Gong Ming nodded, "Of course you're right. However, this king has never realized that you are such a humorous person. "What, after staying with the butler for so long, you've actually learned to flatter me?"
"Qian Li would never lie." After saying that, Qian Li continued, "Also, deep down Qian Li is an arrogant woman, she was previously scared silly in the prison, now that she is like this, it is my nature as well."
"Mm, I saw it." It's exactly because you're different from the others that I want to be friends with you, right? "
These words choked Qian Li, and on the surface, she looked a little embarrassed: "Isn't it good that you call me master and servant?"
"That's good, that's good, as the saying goes, if you don't pay, you won't be harmed. Qian Li, are you so afraid to be my friend, because you're worried about something?"
Qian Li pursed her lips, and did not say a word.
"The butler told me about what you told that childhood sweetheart of yours."
Hearing that, Qian Li raised her head to look at Gong Ming, her red lips moved, seeing how serious Gong Ming was, could she tell him? In fact, he had probably made up that story himself?
"Speaking of which, your luck doesn't seem very good. There was a childhood sweetheart who died in the war, and there was a friend who was interested in joining you who also died."
Qian Li knew that the person at the back was Murong Yan, but he did not know when, but they had developed a rare tacit understanding.
Regarding the name Murong Yan, she really rarely mentioned it.
Even Gong Ming had not really asked her about what the result was the last time he went to the extreme regions.
"So, Qian Li, you aren't afraid of becoming friends with me, nor are you afraid that your relationship with me will improve further. You are worried, feeling like you will still feel lost even after our relationship has improved right?"
These words, could be considered to be the truth. Qian Li did not reply, and only opened her eyes wide. She really never thought that under the circumstances where Gong Ming had only known his for a short period of time, and they had not interacted much in the past half year, he could actually understand his so well. Qian Li had never thought of this.
He had never thought that there would actually be someone who could understand him so well in this life.
However …
"The reason why I said these words was actually not because I was acting rashly, because I saw the desire in your eyes, Qian Li. Therefore, I had always thought that Qian Li, you also wished for someone to take care of you, and that someone would worry about you. With someone to accompany you, even if it was only in your capacity as a friend, it would be good for me to chat with you."
"I am used to that kind of lonely life, so people like us actually desire people to enter our lives the most. No one is born wanting to be quiet, unless there's a need to be quiet, so Qian Li … I thought that after I took this step, you would also walk towards me bravely, but it seems that I was still a bit too hasty, and the person opposite me, who went through so many gains and completely lost them, seems that I have truly underestimated your despair, it's not that you don't trust anyone, it's just that you don't believe it, that's all. "
These words were somewhat similar to what Xi Lan had said before.
She knew they were doing it for her own good, but …
The fear that lurked in the depths of his heart was not something that could be changed so easily.
"I …" Qian Li hesitated, but even after a long time, I still couldn't say anything.
Gong Ming had always been patiently waiting, but a long time later, he still saw a hint of disappointment in his eyes.
With a strange feeling in her heart, Qian Li still lowered her eyes.
I'm sorry Gong Ming, but I still can't do it.
Unfortunately, she did not intend to say those words out loud.
"Forget it."
Just when she was at a loss about what to do, Gong Ming suddenly spoke up, "I have never had the habit of making things difficult for others, but making things difficult for a beauty is even more so not my character. Although I really look forward to Qian Li accepting me, if you still feel that you aren't used to it or can't get over this obstacle, then let's do it for now."
Regarding Gong Ming's timely change in tone, Qian Li felt somewhat grateful in her heart. Other than these things, Qian Li had always felt that she was actually a person who could be considered as someone who could get things out of her mouth.
To dare to do such a thing was her own reasoning.
"Thank you, Mistress."
Gong Ming waved his hand, "Although I won't make things difficult for you, I hope that you won't make things difficult for me."
Qian Li frowned, she did not understand the meaning behind her words, "What?"
"Mistress was only called out when it was not convenient for us to reveal our identities either in private or outside. When you were in the palace, shouldn't you have called me Prince? "
"Prince?" It wasn't that she couldn't call out. It was just that she was not used to it, which was why Qian Li felt that it was a little awkward when she called out to her.
"Why is that?"
"When you participate in the hunt in a few days, you can't possibly continue to call me master in public, right? "When the time comes, we will need to play the role of lovers. So, do you think that this form of address is appropriate?"
"Then... Qian Li's mind will always wander, at that time if she sees the emperor herself, she might not be able to control her emotions, calling herself wrong, or even doing something wrong, I am afraid it will bring trouble to Master, so if that's the case, then Qian Li better not go. "
Gong Ming nodded his head, "What you said is not wrong, it is just Qian Li. If I were to bring someone else with me, who do you think would help me keep an eye on the three consorts in the prince's estate? Who do you think would stand up for me? Who do you think would be willing to defend me if something happened or the king wanted to take the chance to get rid of one of our princes? "
Qian Li looked at Gong Ming seriously, after speaking to him for half a day, was he really just lacking a person to block the arrows for him?
But this time, Gong Ming was clearly joking, he said, "However, this king has never lacked people who can block arrows for me."
"Then?"
"Honestly speaking, Qian Li, do you really want to give up this opportunity?"
"A chance to investigate the truth, a chance to observe the ministers of the imperial court. Most importantly, Qian Li, do you really not want to completely overcome the fact that you heard the name Gong Ye, and became nervous the moment you heard the name 'Emperor'?"
"Of course, if you feel that it's not important, then I don't have much to say. Isn't it just taking someone else with me? It doesn't matter who it is."
Qian Li quickly cut his off. Admittedly, Gong Ming was a person who was smart enough. Although he did not know what the purpose of his actions were, but from the looks of it, everything he said and said seemed to be for her own good.
In truth, even if Gong Ming had clearly dug a trap for her to jump into, she would still willingly jump in, wouldn't that be right?
"If you're not used to it, Qian Li can try to change it. I hope that Your Highness can take back what you just said."
Gong Ming slightly curved his lips, a smile seemingly appearing in his eyes. In order for you to adapt to this title a little earlier, we need to enter our role early. From today onwards, until the start of the hunt, you need to be here four hours a day. "
"Hmm?"
"We need to analyze and discuss the Emperor's goal and goals, and also need to take precautions. Of course, aren't we going to help Qian Li get used to the new title?"
Qian Li nodded, "In that case, thank you master … Your Highness. "
"Then there's nothing else for today. You can go back first. At this time tomorrow, just come straight over. This King won't send anyone else to get you …"
Qian Li nodded, this time, she turned and left without any hesitation.
The red figure drew a beautiful arc in the yard. Her scent seemed to be indistinct, as if it was still lingering in the air.
Gong Ming looked at her elegant back. He gradually fell into deep thought.