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The envoy could hear the resistance in her words, and it was also true that she and Xi Chu were sworn to be irreconcilable enemies, so how could she be willing to face this title again? She sighed in her heart and cupped her hands again: "Greetings, Princess Xun Ji."

After signalling for the envoy to sit down, Mu Qianxue smiled and said, "I didn't think that I would actually have the chance to meet Lord Gu."

The emissary was also deeply moved, "I would never have thought that after four years, I would still have the opportunity to listen to the princess play the 'Pax Melody'."

Her slender fingers caressed the strings, causing a zither melody to ring out, clear as a pearl. "Does Master Gu still remember?"

"The princess used this song, 'Peace and Harmony', to save this subject and his family. This subject will never forget this song." Even though he had changed his name according to Mu Qianxue's instructions, he still called himself "subject" to express his respect for Mu Qianxue.

Gu Changfeng was originally the crown prince's man, so when the crown prince fell, he was also dragged into the prison. Xiao Ruo Ao wanted to take him in as a subordinate with him, but unfortunately, he was rejected by Gu Changfeng several times and refused to submit to him no matter what. Under those circumstances, everyone knew that if they didn't submit, they would die.

Just as Gu Changfeng was getting closer and closer to death, the Crown Princess Mu Qianxue came to see him in the jail cell. He played a song called 'Tune of Peace' and had a long discussion, which finally caused Gu Changfeng to change his mind and agree to support Xiao Ruo Ao.

His words caused Xia Yue to feel sad in her heart. She could not help but say: "It's a pity that in this world there are too few people like Master Gu who know how to repay favors and favors."

Gu Changfeng knew that she was referring to Xiao Ruo Ao, and sadly said: "Life does not go as planned."

Mu Qianxue lowered her eyes as her fingertips stroked a slender and hard zither string. "All the people of this world yearn for a peaceful times. Who would have known that this so-called peaceful times are often built from mountains of bones and seas of blood."

Gu Changfeng knew that she was thinking about how Xiao Ruo Ao had slaughtered Nan Zhao, and advised: "With regards to Nan Zhao, I hope that Princess will grieve."

Mu Qianxue looked out the window at the fine drizzle of rain and said calmly, "Xiao Ruo Ao sent you to Northern Zhou, is it to bring me back?"

"Yes. His Majesty does not wish for the princess to remain in the Northern Zhou. Before leaving, he has instructed this subject to bring the princess back. If the Zhou Emperor is not willing to let go, then …" Halfway through his words, he suddenly stopped speaking.

Xia Yue doubtfully said: "So what? Don't tell me that they're planning to snatch the princess back?"

"It's not snatching it back, it's …" The following words seemed to be difficult to say. Gu Changfeng opened his mouth several times, but was unable to say anything.

Mu Qianxue hooked her zither and said expressionlessly, "If you can't catch it again, then you have to find a way to kill me and eliminate all future troubles, right?"

Xia Yue cried out in shock. After seeing Gu Changfeng nod his head, she said in disbelief, "He … How can he treat a princess like that? "

"To him, I am a disaster. Naturally, I want to kill him as soon as possible." Mu Qianxue's expression was as calm as ever, as if she was talking about something completely unrelated to her. Only she knew that her heart was in pain, as if someone had gouged out her flesh!

Xia Yue was so angry that her cheeks puffed up as she resentfully scolded, "A vaunted ruler of an empire actually dares to be so despicable and shameless, truly hateful!"

Mu Qianxue took over the teapot and poured a cup of tea for Gu Changfeng, "His idea is not bad, but it's a pity that he chose the wrong person. Not everyone is as fickle in love as he is."

Gu Changfeng said with a serious expression, "When someone drops a favor, they should repay it with a fountain of water. Furthermore, the princess has given this person a saving grace."

"I understand." As she said this, Mu Qianxue rose up and gave him a blessing. The latter hurriedly stood up to give way, "Princess, what are you doing?" In his heart, Mu Qianxue's status was even higher than Xiao Ruo Ao, the Sovereign King. It was just that Xiao Ruo Ao was too confident and had never realised this point, otherwise, he wouldn't have sent Gu Chang Feng to Northern Zhou.

"Thank you, Lord Gu, for telling Qianxue these things."

"Princess is too polite." Gu Changfeng shook his head and said, "Your Majesty has indeed done a good job in destroying Nan Zhao. Unfortunately, this official knew too late and missed the opportunity to persuade you. Fortunately, the princess was able to escape unharmed. Prince Zhuang also survived, which is considered a great fortune in misfortune."

After everyone had taken their seats again, Mu Qianxue said, "Fortunately, Master Gu did not advise me to. Otherwise, if I let Xiao Ruo Ao know that you were with me, how would I have sent you out to send a mission to Northern Zhou?"

Xia Yue interrupted, "Master Gu, I heard that you met His Majesty last night. What did he say? Are there any promises? " When she asked the last question, she became extremely nervous, afraid that Dong Fang would agree to this matter.

Last night, I saw him in a hurry. Emperor Zhou only read the letter I brought, but he did not express his stance. Earlier, I went to Zhaoming Palace again, and Emperor Zhou did not want to see me.

Hearing this, Xia Yue let out a sigh of relief, "If you don't want to, then that's good. Otherwise, how could the princess still be alive after returning to the West Chu?"

Gu Changfeng gritted his teeth. "Don't worry. Even if Emperor Zhou really agrees, I'll still let the princess go on the way. Just treat it as returning the favor of the princess."

"Thank you for your concern, Master Gu." Mu Qianxue bowed from her seat. "However, we shouldn't reach that step."

Gu Changfeng's spirits were lifted. "Princess is saying that the Zhou Emperor would not agree to this?"

Mu Qianxue nodded her head, "The fact that Emperor Zhou is unwilling to see you means that he is unwilling to agree to Xiao Ruo's request. In a few days, Emperor Zhou will surely reject you."

Hearing this, Gu Changfeng heaved a sigh of relief, "That's good. With Emperor Zhou protecting the princess, I can rest assured."

Mu Qianxue smiled, but didn't correct him. "I've come this time to ask you for a favor."

Gu Changfeng immediately said: "Princess, please tell me. This servant will do his best."

"When the time is right, Emperor Zhou will definitely summon Lord Gu and ask for a request from him in the name of Xiao Ruo Ao when he refuses."

Hearing up to this point, Gu Changfeng understood that she was trying to pass down the imperial edict on his own. He said with a heavy voice: "What request?"

Facing his doubtful gaze, Mu Qianxue slowly spat out a few words, "You cannot marry anyone!"

"Matchmaking?" Gu Changfeng's face was full of surprise, "What's going on?"

Mu Qianxue deliberated. "To be honest, the empress dowager and Emperor Zhou want to help me choose a husband. They want me to have someone to rely on for my entire life. The things in West Chu caused me to be physically and mentally injured. I really did not want to be married to another person and it was not good to refuse either.

Gu Changfeng thought for a moment and nodded, "Alright, I agree to the princess' request."

His words caused the boulder in Mu Qianxue's heart to drop to the ground. She said gratefully, "Thank you, Senior Gu."

"Princess is too polite. This subject has not made this trip for nothing since I was able to help you. In the future …" You must take good care of yourself. " He paused for a moment: "There are some things that should be done. It's not good for you to remember them."