"A person who is on the road to self-destruction and will only put you in trouble, can he be considered a person you recognize as a fellow traveler?" Gongshu Jiruo frowned slightly, as if he didn't quite understand.
Zheng Quchi narrowed his eyes slightly, then stretched out his hand to stop him.
She said seriously: "Wait, who would choose the path of self-destruction? I haven't lived enough and I haven't fulfilled my ideals. I just want to take the road with a bright future."
Don't give her random definitions or conclusions.
She will not follow his train of thought, and she has no idea. The path she wants to take in the future must be a carefully considered choice, and she is also heading in a better and better direction!
Gongshu thought that Zheng Quchi understood what he meant, and saw that she was not a stubborn person. Since she listened to the advice...
He tightened the handle of the lamp in his hand and leaned forward slightly towards her: "Your ideal is to be with like-minded people. Then... what do you think of Public Loser?"
Public loser?
The first thing that came to her mind was that she had grudges, grudges, and... money. .
Zheng Quchi's expression was slightly heavy: "Actually..."
Gongshu Jiruo saw that she looked wrong and spoke a little quickly: "If you are willing to join Gongshu, I can hire you for a hundred gold a month."
Hundreds of gold in January? !
Oh my gosh, how is this different from a million-a-month high-paying hire?
Zheng Quchi was stunned. She opened her mouth and just uttered one word: "I..."
Gongshu Jiruo added: "If you have any ideas or want to do, Gongshu will provide you with everything you need unconditionally, whether it's money, precious wood, or technology."
Zheng Quchi continued to be stunned.
"Thousands of disciples of Gongshu Family can also help you, even...me." He gave her everything he had, just to keep her.
No, his sky-high employment conditions don't seem like he's hiring employees, but rather he's looking for an extra master for the public loser...
Bah, what is she thinking about?
Zheng Quchi slapped his face with both palms to make himself more awake and not to be blinded by wealth and lust.
"Is what you said true, true?"
"Of course." Gongshu Jiruo saw that her eyes had turned into the look of a money-lover, and he struck a chord while the iron was hot: "If you don't believe it, we can wait until after the lantern lighting ceremony to draw up a contract and sign it, with black words and white paper as evidence. , it is not considered a verbal agreement, but a matter of certainty.”
Zheng Quchi was a little confused, and she said incoherently: "I, if you are not on such favorable conditions as you, what kind of craftsmen can't be found in the Seven Kingdoms? I, I don't seem to have done anything that shocked the world, or... what do you want to do?"
Gongshu Jiruo raised the palace lantern slightly, wanting her to see clearly the seriousness in his eyes: "You can do whatever you want, your ideas, your ideals, your ambitions, I will try my best to achieve them for you, so, you Will you choose a beautiful and prosperous path like mine?"
His straight drive left Zheng Quchi stunned.
I even felt that if I rejected him, it would be too ignorant.
The two of them stood in a private place surrounded by vines, with stars and fireflies flying in the sky, reflecting the bright stars in each other's eyes.
But in such a romantic place, when other men and women came, they naturally talked about love and sex, but the two of them took great pains to poach corners and negotiate salary.
Even though Zheng Quchi's soul had floated out of her body and flew happily and excitedly towards Gongshu Jiruo, the cold reason somewhere in her heart still tightly tightened its tail to prevent it from running away.
"...The ceremony is about to begin. Why don't we discuss this later."
Zheng Quchi finally spoke, but this was not the answer Gongshu Jiruo expected.
"good."
Even if the public loses, it still covers up all emotions and should be downloaded.
He knew that there was still one unresolved matter between them. If that matter was not dealt with properly, both of them would always be stuck in their throats, unable to gain understanding or forgiveness.
"Whenever you want to talk, then talk anytime."
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Star Observation Deck
A lot of people have already gathered nearby, not to mention merchants. Among them are many literati and famous prostitutes from Yongchun. They write poems and talk, dance in colorful clothes, and outline groups of scenery under the bright moonlight. Excellent silhouette.
The Star Observation Deck is located halfway up the mountainside of Yongfeng Mountain. The road to the top of the mountain is relatively smooth and smooth, and can be used by horse-drawn carriages. The mountain is usually closed for warning and will only be opened during specific periods.
For example, this year the "Jichun Craftsmen's Guild" is held here. When such a grand venue begins and ends, it should naturally have its opening and closing ceremonies.
Only the opening scene can entertain invited craftsmen and merchants, and other casual people are not allowed to participate, while the closing scene can be attended by all people regardless of personnel.
"It's already dark, why hasn't the lantern lighting ceremony started yet? I really look forward to seeing who will win the championship this year."
There are many travelers from far away. They often travel to the seven countries, actively participate in various lively and grand events, and then bring the news they hear and see back to their hometowns.
"Yeah, I'm just so curious. I wonder who it could be?" People from Yongchun City also came up to join in the fun.
The dude rubbed his hands and said excitedly: "I've already placed my bets. I'm afraid you outsiders don't know the most popular ones this year. I guess the winner must be one of them. I just don't know. Which country's craftsmen will win? Anyway, I have placed a bet, and I will definitely win it."
Others hurriedly came over and asked, "Brother, which country are you craftsmen from? Tell us some information."
"Me, Beiyuan, Hongsheng and Qiuci are all down."
Others also laughed and said: "What a coincidence, I also placed a bet, but I bet on the Julu Kingdom. As a citizen of the Julu Kingdom, I naturally support my family."
"What does this have to do with where it comes from? Anyway, I am more optimistic about Kucha Kingdom."
"I think it's Hong Shengguo."
At this time, one person joked: "It sounds like every country has it, but how come no one of you can beat Ye country? I just looked at the odds, and they are odds of 1 to 10. Who wants to bet on this?" Note, you might be able to make a fortune just by doing this.”
"Hahaha, are you kidding me? Getting rich? Just dream about it. If you don't lose even your pants, it will be fine. Winning continuously?" Others laughed as if they heard a particularly funny joke.
"You are just saying this to fool some people who don't understand the situation. I'll leave it here. Tonight, whenever someone places a bet on Ye Guo, I will take off my clothes and run around Yongfeng Mountain naked. lock up!"
A person points to the sky and puts down bold words.
This time, the other people's desire to win or lose was aroused.
"Then I will stand outside Yongchun Mountain and stand there as a mountain monument for a month!"
"Then I will lick the gate of Wujue Temple clean!"
Gee, all of these are pretty ruthless about their future arrangements.
"Um, where is the place to place the bet?" A young man suddenly said.
Everyone was interrupted, and when they turned around, they saw a smiling man with a handsome face and bright eyes.
His manner was kind and gentle.
When they saw that he had powder on his face and eyebrows, and that he was wearing exquisite and luxurious clothes, even if he was not a nobleman, he was from a top wealthy family, their hands and feet suddenly felt a little restrained.
In short, it seems that he is not someone they can afford to offend.
One person pointed flatteringly at the place surrounded by crowds of people on the three floors inside and outside: "It's at the "Guan Tianxia" stall in front, do you want to place a bet too? "
The young man nodded with a smile: "Yes, I was just listening to your lively chat, and I got interested too."
The man hurriedly urged: "Then you have to hurry up. The lantern-laying ceremony is about to take place. If you are late, the game will be closed. But... I heard that the people from Nanchen Kingdom are also very strong this year. I don't know how many years have passed. Country, who are you going to bet on?"
The others also wanted to know and looked at him.
"I..." The smile on the young man's lips deepened, and in the eyes of their waiting eyes, he decisively uttered two words: "Ye country.
"
ah? !
Ye country?
They shouted in astonishment: "Ye Guo? Did you say something wrong? How could Ye Guo win? Do you want to lose money on purpose?"
No one could understand it.
The young man said nonchalantly: "Yes, it is Ye State. I have a feeling that Ye State will definitely win the game this year."
He walked towards the betting booth, but something came to his mind at the moment. He turned around and showed a devilish smile to them: "By the way, I heard you all say in unison just now, if someone gives Ye The country is betting that you will run naked, stand as a mountain monument, kneel and lick the temple door... Now, you can carefully consider the period and see which day is the auspicious day of the zodiac, so make your promise."
The people who had just been so excited now turned red in the face, opened their mouths wide, and couldn't say a word for a long time.
Thousands of words condensed into one word - Damn! This guy is crazy.
I can’t see him crying for father and mother after losing!
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Gongshu Jiruo, who deliberately stood in the dim light, looked at Zheng Quchi who looked like he had won the battle and returned with great determination. A smile appeared on his cold and rigid face inadvertently.
"Suppressed the country of Ye?" he asked knowingly.
"Um."
"How much pressure?"
Zheng Quchi patted his chest and said proudly: "My entire net worth!"
It's rare to encounter such a good thing. Others just rely on guessing, but she knows the correct answer. How can she not be extravagant?
It's a pity that her total net worth only has a little money.
"It seems that they are destined to spend money and help you tonight."
Zheng Quchi didn't like this word. She said: "Gamblers like them can't keep money in their pockets, let alone their money. If they lose it today, they will lose it somewhere else in the end. I just want to pass this matter." Tell them that nothing in this world is impossible."
Gongshu Jiruo really didn't meet her for money, but because he couldn't stand others' jokes and insults to Ye Guo, so he came forward... He also discovered that her feelings for Ye Guo were perhaps more important than she thought. .
This is not a good thing.
At least for him, this was a terrible thing.
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A long guard of honor surrounded the star observation platform, the middle road must be empty, and those who came to watch were arranged under the round altar.
Candles were lit on the thirty-two stone pillars of the round altar, but they could only illuminate a very small corner. Only a group of people could be seen coming up from behind...
"Look, people are coming."
"Eh? The one in front should be the public loser, right? Then the one next to him...is that..."
The star observation platform is a round altar design, with half of its body connected to the ground and half of its body suspended on a steep hillside. Before the arrival of Gongshu Jiruo and the others, Wujue Temple had already prepared everything.
Torches, hundreds of seven-star lamps.
Although this meeting is called Thousand Lanterns, in fact, there are only a hundred lanterns released in the ceremony. The thousands of lanterns need to be added to those lit nearby to create a glorious story.
"The light is too dim to see clearly what he looks like?"
"It's true that I didn't look carefully, but it looks like the short man loses a lot to everyone...who could it be?"
"There's no rush, no hurry, anyway, we can see clearly after the Thousand Lantern Ceremony starts soon."
On the round altar, the night breeze was blowing softly. Gongshu Jiruo brought a torch and handed it to Zheng Quchi.
"Go and light the lamp."
Zheng Quchi looked around. Except for a circle of fire around the round altar, the middle area was extremely dark. She held up the torch and walked to the rows of seven-star lanterns.
"There are so many, which one should I light?"
She was confused for a moment.
"There are words on it, you can choose your favorite wishes and let them fly."
Behind me, Gongshu Jiruo gives me some advice.
Any words?
It was so dark, it really didn’t look good... She came closer with a torch, and there were indeed words on it.
Peaceful year after year, live and work in peace and contentment...
The industry and the country are prosperous and prosperous...
One yuan begins again, everything is renewed, everything goes well and peace comes every year...
She looked at them one by one, and finally stopped at the one that read "Peaceful country and peaceful people, family reunion".
After lighting a seven-star lantern, she didn't know what to make a wish for. Since there was Qi Shun's wish on the lantern, she should regard it as her wish.
He held it up and saw it rising smoothly.
At the same time, the seven-star lanterns around her were also lit by Abbot Gongshu Jiruo and Miku together with more than a dozen master craftsmen and warrior monks, and they all rose.
Immediately, there was a burst of light, and a ray of light lit up under the slowly rising seven-star lamp. From a distance, it looked like a huge picture unfolded, illuminating their star observation platform like daylight.
When the lights illuminated the center of the round altar, Master Mi Ku announced to the crowd below with his deep voice in his Dantian: "Amitabha, praying for the auspicious light of ten thousand Buddhas and the praise of dragons and heavens, the leader of the Jichun Craftsmen's Guild this year is - Zheng green."
Under a thousand lights, Zheng Qing shines like a Buddha. The warm yellow light not only illuminates the round altar, but also illuminates her existence.
The word "Zheng Qing" exploded into everyone's ears like thunder.
"Zheng Qing? Who is she? A craftsman from which country?!"
Since this was the first time that the name Zheng Qing had appeared in the public eye, even though they could see the young man's face clearly through the light of the lantern-laying ceremony, they were still blind, not knowing why, and everything in front of them was dark.
The people below instantly started boiling like a cauldron of oil, chattering and talking.
Gongshu stood next to Zheng Quchi at this time and said: "Zheng Qing, ranked first in the finals, and won the top prize of the Jichun Craftsmen's Union in the finals. He is the well-deserved leader of this craftsmen's union. Our public loser I will promise her a request here. As long as it is what she asks for and wishes, I will promise to implement it to the end."
His clear and clear voice was like the snow on the top of the mountain being shaken off. The snow dispersed due to the gentle air, and the ice opened with a warm glow.
They were all stunned and seemed to have suddenly lost their voices.
Unexpectedly, everyone in Gongshu made such a heavy promise in public. Although the leaders in the past could also make requests to Gongshu, there were preconditions.
But what's going on now?
