Tough Spy Under Evil Prime Minister: Volume 1

By Xiu Cai

"When I came to you, I was tormented by you just because I was forced to, and when I found out that you and I had to separate after all because I had to confess my identity and know that you were sincere," he said."When you were suffering, I made up my mind to make you pay a hundred times the price for all I had suffered. Now, I can take revenge, but I don't want to see you suffer any more."

• Language: English
• Publisher: Funstory
• Release date: Dec 13, 2019
• ISBN: 9781647815592

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INVESTIGATION

CHAPTER 1 - PRIME MINISTER

Qi Yun leaned calmly against the window as a gust of wind blew past her ears. She could clearly hear the clinking of wine cups as well as the conversation of some men. Qi Yun's sensitive hearing was a unique part of her body after she had transmigrated to this world. Qi Yun could hear everything within a hundred meters.

It had been three years since he had first traveled to the place where people ate, and then when he met someone who saved him and brought him back, he had been trained to be a meticulous person. Looking at the full moon hanging on the branch, Qi Yun sighed.

The time and space she was in was divided into three great powers: Wu, Qi and Chu. Among them, the Wu Country was the most powerful, and the Wu Country was also on good terms with the weakest of the three nations, the Chu Country. Among the three kingdoms, the Kingdom of Chen was the center of power. Because he was worried that the Wu Country would cooperate with the Chu Country to destroy the Kingdom of Chen, the Kingdom of Chen decided to prevent the danger and cultivate spies, placing them beside the two important officials of the Wu and Chu Kingdoms. Qi Yun was a spy trained by the Kingdom of Qi. She was going to be sent to Prime Minister Gongsun's side as a spy.

Tonight was the day that Qi Yun would be sent to his side. If she did not listen to the orders of the higher-ups, they would punish her, and her younger brother, Qi Yan.

Qi Yun smiled faintly as she thought of her younger brother, Qi Yan. I wonder how that little chubby guy is doing? Would they cry at those people when they found out she had left? However, based on Qi Yan's character, she would only silently weep for her, wouldn't she?

Suddenly, the door creaked as someone pushed it open. A voice interrupted Qi Yun's thoughts.

Miss, it's your turn to perform. A servant girl walked in and respectfully bowed to Qi Yun.

She nodded slightly and picked up her lute. Lead the way!

Yes.

Following the servant girl, Qi Yun could hear the increasingly louder sounds of conversation and the clatter of wine cups. He walked until he reached a corner and what entered his eyes was a scene of wine and birds chirping and dancing. Qi Yun didn't look at him any further. She walked to the seat that was previously arranged and calmly sat down. Holding the lute and testing a few notes, he began to play.

The melodious sound of a lute playing was heard, and gradually, the people who were busy chatting with each other all quieted down and looked towards the direction of the music.

What caught his eye was a lady with red lips and white teeth. She was as clean and pure as a fairy in a painting. She held a lute and played it earnestly in this noisy environment, as if she was isolated from the rest of the world.

The jingling of the tune intensified over and over again, giving people a burst of enticement, causing them to enter a kind of ethereal state where they could not even speak properly. People's emotions were subconsciously affected by the tune step by step, causing people to be immersed in the mood of the song, unable to stop themselves.

Qi Yun herself was lost in her own world, her thoughts drifting back to her previous life. Qi Yun's father was an antique dealer and her mother was a professor of Chinese literature. Qi Yun's mother was a well-known talent in the industry. She sang well, was good at classical dancing, was proficient in ancient musical instruments and had a stomach full of ink. Qi Yun grew up under her mother's tutelage. She sang, danced and learned musical instruments from her mother.

However, because of an ancient mirror in her family, when Qi Yun was sixteen, her parents were framed, and together with Qi Yun's little brother, they left Qi Yun. In order to protect Qi Yun, Qi Yun's parents took out a fake mirror and tried to take advantage of the situation. They had managed to attract the attention of the enemies, allowing Qi Yun to escape with the mirror. In the end, the two old men suffered a miserable fate.

The sixteen-year-old Qi Yun had roamed the countryside by herself with a pair of ancient mirrors. She had worked in many small jobs in the catering industry, and because she was delicious, she gradually accumulated experience and later became a gourmet chef. At the age of 23, Qi Yun became a boyfriend. They talked for two years, right after Qi Yun completely trusted her boyfriend and told him about the ancient mirror that had been hidden in her heart for many years. The man betrayed Qi Yun and sold the information to Qi Yun's nemesis. In the end, Qi Yun jumped off the cliff with the ancient mirror in her arms. When she opened her eyes, Qi Yun had already arrived at this world.

With Qi Yun's angry emotions, the originally lovable and sad melody started to become dazzling. It also allowed everyone to recover from their previous state of mind and they began to converse in low voices.

Sigh, they're playing perfectly in the front, why are they in such a mess at the back!

As you wish, Sir Wang, you have voiced my thoughts! Such a good song was ruined at the end! What a pity! What a pity!

Some people felt pity for her, while others who loved to look at her were extremely moved by her beauty.

Who is this? How can she be so beautiful, as if she's a fairy from a painting!"

That's right! I have never seen such a beautiful lady!

Sigh! Wasn't this the new beauty that appeared in the Pingkang Workshop a few days ago? I was just wondering why I couldn't find a beauty, so she was actually hidden in the mansion by Lord Liu! " Someone with sharp eyes recognized that this was the girl from the famous capital city 'Pingkang Workshop' a few days ago, and instantly exclaimed as he looked at Liu Changqing who was seated in front.

Liu Changqing did not panic even when everyone was looking at him. He laughed, turned his head, and toasted the Prime Minister Gongsun Yue. This official offers the Prime Minister a cup. "

Seeing Liu Changqing's actions, everyone turned to look at Gongsun Yue. Recalling that the banquet today was hosted by Liu Changqing, everyone looked at Qi Yun in understanding. It seemed like this was Liu Changqing's main purpose for hosting this banquet! For the sake of giving the Prime Minister the beauty, Liu Changqing really did put in a lot of effort.

The main character Gongsun Yue didn't show any reaction even though everyone was staring at him. Calmly and naturally, he picked up the wine cup and began to drink.

Liu Changqing was finally relieved when he saw Gongsun Yue drink. It seemed that the Prime Minister didn't mind his actions tonight. It was good that nothing had happened. Liu Changqing was afraid that he would make a fool of himself, and anger Gongsun Mingyue. After all, the current Wu Country was governed by this unpredictable Prime Minister. If they angered Gongsun Yue, they would at least lose their official position and risk their lives. Therefore, Liu Changqing was careful to please Gongsun Yue, afraid that he would be disappointed.

As the tune became more and more dazzling, it gave off a demonic feeling. Liu Changqing finally realized that something was not right and he quickly ordered someone to stop Qi Yun from playing the zither.

Qi Yun was stunned for a moment, her hands seemed to be shooting something. His mind was filled with the scenes of that dregs killing him in his previous life. He forgot that he was acting and completely vented his anger on the lute as though it was a dregs. Caught off guard, Qi Yun was pushed from behind. The string of the lute suddenly snapped, causing bright red blood to spurt out from her fingers. The pain caused Qi Yun to come back to her senses.

The servant girl who was pushing Qi Yunxiao did not expect it to turn out like this with just a gentle push. She trembled in fear.

The servant girl stuttered as she explained to Qi Yun, Young … young lady, this servant … this servant … this servant … did not do it on purpose. Yes, it was you who played the melody. It was too, too messy. The lord told me to call you to stop."

He lowered his head and looked at his injured hand. Half of his long nails had been cut off. Taking a deep breath to adjust her emotions, Qi Yun handed the lute over to the servant girl. He took out a snow-white handkerchief from his sleeve and simply wrapped it around his injured finger. Following the sequence of events, Qi Yun stood up and walked towards the aisle in the middle of the banquet.

This humble one, the Qi Clan, greets you, milords. Qi Yun lowered her head and bowed to the crowd.

CHAPTER 2 - GREETINGS PRIME MINISTER

Everyone felt it was strange when they saw Qi Yun not make a sound for a long time. Logically speaking, this was arranged by Liu Changqing, so this woman should have known beforehand that the Prime Minister was here. According to etiquette, this woman should first pay her respects to the high position Prime Minister, then pay her respects to this group of officials. However, this woman was done just by saying that she had seen everyone. She clearly knew that something was wrong, but she still ordered people to refute her without making any mistakes.

Liu Changqing, who was sitting at the bottom right of Gongsun Yue, saw that Qi Yun was being rude and did not know the rules, so he was worried in his heart! Liu Changqing was worried that Gongsun Yue would be angered by Qi Yun's lack of manners, so he secretly glanced at Gongsun Yue and observed his expression. When he saw that Gongsun Yue was only squinting his eyes and didn't have any expression of anger on his face, he relaxed. He cursed under his breath at Qi Yun for not understanding the rules.

She didn't hear anyone call her to get up, so she just stood there without moving.

After not seeing Gongsun Yue speak for a long time, everyone thought that the Prime Minister was engrossed in seeing beauties. For a moment, they forgot to ask Qi Yun to stand up, but they didn't think too much about it. The official who felt pity for the beautiful lady couldn't help but remind the Prime Minister.

Prime Minister, look, isn't it about time to let this young lady get up?

Gongsun Yue's phoenix eyes inadvertently swept over the official who was speaking. He leisurely said, This Minister has forgotten. Please rise, young lady!

The low, yet magnetic voice of a male made Qi Yun raise her head in curiosity. When she looked over, Qi Yun was stunned. This was a man that could be described with the word 'monstrous'. Qi Yun had seen many handsome and seductive male celebrities in her past life, but she had never seen such a devilish, seductive man. Even though Qi Yun wasn't very interested in men, she was still mesmerized by them.

It was that kind of gaze again! Gongsun Yue was extremely disgusted that the woman was looking at him with that kind of infatuated gaze. He didn't show any expression on his face, but Gongsun Yue's gaze turned cold as he stared at Qi Yun.

Qi Yun felt that this man's gaze towards her was not friendly and felt a little nervous. Did he offend this person? If his guess was correct, this person should be Gongsun Yue. If Gongsun Yue hated him, would his life be better after he entered the Prime Minister's Estate? As she thought about it, Qi Yun's face turned from a lovestruck to one of melancholy. Ye Zichen frowned as he looked at Gongsun Yue, but he didn't notice the expression on his face at all.

Very good, to dare to look at him with such a disdainful expression. In this world, other than a dead person, there had never been a living person who was so bold as to look at him, Gongsun Yue. It was unknown if this woman was pretending to be this way to attract him, or if she was really looking down on him. No matter what, once she entered the Prime Minister's Estate, he would definitely not let her off the hook!

Gongsun smirked as he clenched his wine cup. He looked at Liu Changqing, and his voice sounded so angry that it was hard to tell whether he was angry or happy, I wonder what is Master Liu's motive for letting this woman see me?

Liu Changqing's face looked a little embarrassed when Gongsun Yue directly asked him. This … this … this official is looking at you, Prime Minister, taking care of all the affairs of the day. It has been far too arduous to manage the political affairs of the imperial court. So, I wanted to send a musician to resolve the Prime Minister's worries.

Oh? Is that so? From what I see, if Lord Liu doesn't do anything that is utterly heartless, then it would be even better for me to relieve my worries! Gongsun Yue elegantly shook the wine in his cup as he spoke.

Heh heh. The Prime Minister must be joking." Liu Changqing forced a smile and replied.

Gongsun Yue did not put Liu Changqing in his eyes at all, and casually waved his hand, as if he was giving a debt of gratitude, and said: Alright, this person will be accepted. Lord Liu still listens to this prime minister's advice. In the future, do less evil things and accumulate more blessings.

As the saying goes, there was no place for you to stand by the river without wetting your shoes. Everyone present had more or less done something against the law, so they naturally understood the meaning behind Gongsun Yue's words. So the Prime Minister's words were not only to warn Liu Changqing, but also to give them a warning. He wanted them to be careful as well, so that they wouldn't overdo it!

Seeing that the atmosphere was slightly gloomy, in order to ease up the atmosphere, Liu Changqing immediately had his people call the dancers on stage, causing the banquet to once again become lively. As for Qi Yun, after the dancers went up on stage, she was brought down from the banquet.

After the banquet was over, Qi Yun followed Gongsun Yue's carriage back to the Prime Minister's Estate.

Facing the person sitting across from her with her eyes closed, Qi Yun felt that it was a lie to say that she was not nervous. After all, this was the first time she was a spy, and it was also the first time she spent time with an unfamiliar man. Even in her previous life, Qi Yun had always stayed in a crowded place when she was with that scumbag. The only time he had been alone with that scumbag was when Qi Yun had told him about the ancient mirror. Other than that, Qi Yun had never experienced being alone in the same space with a man. Thus, when facing Gongsun Yue, even though he was sleeping, Qi Yun was still very nervous.

Unconsciously, Gongsun Yue suddenly opened his eyes. Staring at Qi Yun, he asked, What's your name?

Qi Yun was shocked by Gongsun Yue's sudden opening of her eyes. When she heard Gongsun Yue's question, she frowned. Had this person not been listening carefully earlier at the banquet, or had he heard and forgotten about it? Glancing at Gongsun Yue suspiciously, Qi Yun slowly replied, My daughter, the Qi family, has a single name, Yun. Has the Prime Minister remembered it?

Oh? Qi Yun? If I can't remember it, what about you? Gongsun Yue continued to stare at Qi Yun as he asked.

Nothing. Since the Prime Minister has a bad memory, I will not blame you. With a smile, Qi Yun replied to Gongsun Yue. She was no longer as nervous as she was before.

This meant that he was old and had a poor memory? Gongsun Yue narrowed his eyes and sized up Qi Yun. She was only 15 or 16 years old, the most tender and beautiful age for a girl. He was indeed a little older than a man of twenty-five. For a moment, he couldn't find a way to refute Qi Yun's words, so he changed the topic and asked, Why are you playing the second half of the song tonight in such disorder? What were you thinking about?

Qi Yun's heart skipped a beat. Naturally, she knew that the latter half of her sentence was extremely loud and piercing. However, she didn't expect that Gongsun Yue would actually ask about it so straightforwardly. He didn't know how to reply.

Seeing Qi Yun not saying anything, Gongsun Yue asked in a nasal tone, Huh? Speak!

I thought of my family when I was playing, so I lost control. Lowering her head, Qi Yun did not dare to meet Gongsun Yue's probing gaze.

Family? What happened to them, or what did they do to make you so confused that you forget where you are? Gongsun asked again and again.

Why was this person so talkative and difficult to deal with! Qi Yun cursed Gongsun Yue in her heart as she lowered her head and slowly said, They all died in the famine.

Famine? Gongsun Yue immediately asked after grabbing the information.

Yes. I was originally a citizen of Pinghuai County in Chu. After the famine three years ago, my family decided to seek refuge with relatives in the neighboring countries. I didn't expect to meet a group of vicious victims along the way. Not only did they rob my family, they even tied them up. I saw my family killed and cooked one by one. " With that, Qi Yun clenched her fists. That was the scene that Qi Yun had faced when she transmigrated. She would never forget the cruel and inhuman scene that had just occurred. As for the meat, Qi Yun felt disgusted at the sight of it.

Seeing that Qi Yun's reaction didn't seem like she was lying, Gongsun Yue curiously asked, And then?

CHAPTER 3 - FIRST TIME AT THE PRIME MINISTER'S PALACE

After a moment of silence, Qi Yun continued to speak, At that time, I wanted to commit suicide, but I never expected to pass by a group of soldiers. They saved me from the hands of those evil people. Then I wandered off alone to a county where I had no name, when I was only twelve years old and didn't know anything. He was caught by someone and sold to the Wu Country's Pingkang Square. I was taught in Pingkang for three years by my sister before I was released to perform on stage. I was bought by Lord Liu less than ten days after I came on stage. After training for half a month, you finally gave me to the Prime Minister." This explanation was something the higher-ups had taught Qi Yun. Apart from the fact that the previous famine had taken place, the following words were made up in order not to let Gongsun Yue become suspicious. In any case, the higher-ups had already arranged everything. There was nothing suspicious in the Pingkang Workshop.

Qi Yun's words made Gongsun more and more unable to find out what was wrong, but the suspicious Gongsun more and more always felt that something was wrong, but was unable to say.

For a moment, the silence in the car was restored. Suddenly, the carriage began to sway. Qi Yun, who rarely rode the carriage, was caught off guard as she threw herself at Gongsun Jiu.

Hiss! Qi Yun's nose touched Gongsun's chest, causing her tears to spill out from the pain. What was this person's body made of? It was even harder than stone. Could it be that he was wearing some kind of thin armor?

Are you alright? Gongsun Yue's tone carried a hint of anger.

I'm fine. Qi Yun did not dare to say that she had an issue.

Since you are fine, then quickly take your hand away from my leg! Get up from my body! Gongsun Yue suppressed his voice and said angrily.

Qi Yun was stunned for a moment. However, his hand couldn't help but touch it twice, and even pinched it. Qi Yun only came back to her senses when Gongsun Yue pushed her away. Her face instantly flushed red, and she lowered her head, not daring to look at Gongsun Yue again. The heck, how could such a stupid thing happen! Gongsun Yue had asked him to take his hand away, but he actually touched it a few times, even squeezing it. Thinking of this, Qi Yun's face heated up even more. His head was lowered, and his hands were hidden behind his back.

Gongsun Yue completely ignored Qi Yun's reaction. However, he cursed in his heart: What a shameless woman! She had already taken her hand away, yet she still touched it! As he thought about it, Gongsun Yue looked at Wei Yun with contempt.

When the carriage stopped, Gongsun Yue was the first to get out. Seeing the butler coming out, he said, Arrange a place for the woman in the carriage and send two maids to serve her.

The butler replied respectfully and saw Qi Yun get out of the car. He sized Qi Yun up. Although he was shocked by Qi Yun's appearance, he still told her in a normal manner, Miss, the Prime Minister has asked Old Zhong to arrange a place for you to stay. Please come with me.

Qi Yun nodded obediently as she followed Butler Zhong into the residence. Along the way, Qi Yun silently memorized the route they took. The old butler did not make a sound. It was obvious that he did not want to pay any more attention to him. Naturally, Qi Yun wouldn't be so stupid as to start a conversation. Since they had arrived at the Prime Minister's Estate, they had to be cautious and keep their tails between their legs. After all, he was a spy sent from another country. If he were to be discovered by accident, Qi Yun wouldn't dare to imagine what would happen to him.

After walking for a long time, they arrived at a small courtyard. He gestured to Qi Yun and said, Miss, please stay here for the time being. If the Prime Minister makes the arrangements in the future, he'll arrange for you to be sent to another place.

Understanding the meaning behind Housekeeper Zhong's words, Qi Yun nodded and took a look at the yard. Suddenly, a sharp voice attracted Qi Yun's attention.

Yo, Old Zhong, who is this? New sister? He's really handsome!"

It was too dark for Qi Yun to see the other party's face. Standing on the spot, Zhang Xuan frowned but didn't make a sound.

That's right! Big sister Lu Ji. Look at that face, it's so pretty! A bright and beautiful voice echoed with the sharp voice from before. Qi Yun could not see her opponent clearly from where she was standing, but the other party was able to see her clearly through the candlelight.

Aiya, all of you stop talking! For such a beautiful person, it was highly possible that she had already entered the Prime Minister's eyes. You better talk less! I don't want to offend people and I don't know how I died! Another sound of a new addition. He didn't know if he was sincerely trying to persuade her, fanning the flames, or both.

Red Cloth, what nonsense are you spouting! How could the Prime Minister see a woman who is even taller than a man?" Lu Ji, who was the first to speak, couldn't bear to hear this. She glared at the red-clothed person who had spoken.

Oh, Midge, how do you know if I'm talking nonsense? Just look at him. His face alone is worth everyone in our backyard. In our backyard, who do you think is more good-looking than this little sister? Red Robe chuckled lightly.

Qi Yun shifted her body and finally saw the person who had just spoken. One of them was a girl around twenty years old, the other was a woman around the same age as the girl dressed in cyan. The other one looked younger, around seventeen or eighteen years old, and was wearing a light purple robe as he stood beside the girl dressed in red and green. Behind these three women stood two maidservants.

Hmph, just you wait! Let's see if I'm lying then! Lu Ji glared at the red dress angrily, then gave Qi Yun a hard look before quickly leaving.

Seeing that Lu Ji had left, the red-clothed man raised his eyebrows at Qi Yun. With a chuckle, he left as well. The purple-dressed woman, who had been watching the show from the side, saw the two people who usually caused the most trouble leave. She felt that it was too boring, so she left.

Qi Yun remained silent from beginning to end, looking at the performance of these women with a calm expression. In the face of this group of women's spoken language, Qi Yun's left ear went in and out of her right ear, completely ignoring everything else. Even if she had heard it, she wouldn't have taken it to heart. Getting close to Gongsun Yue was Qi Yun's real goal. As for these women, as long as they didn't interfere with her work, Qi Yun wouldn't care about anything dirty that came out of her mouth.

Housekeeper Zhong had long since gotten used to these jealous women fighting in the backyard. He acted as if they didn't exist as he directed the servants to clean up the room. He then called two maids over. He pointed at the two maids and said to Qi Yun, Lady, these two maids will be following you from now on. Tell them what to do.

Yes. I know. Thank you, Butler! Qi Yun bowed politely towards Housekeeper Zhong.

Butler Zhong didn't say anything further. After giving his orders, he left.

After Housekeeper Zhong left, Qi Yun entered the room and took a look at the furnishings. He then sat at the head of the hall and sized up the two maidservants before him.

Both of you, raise your heads and let me see.

The two maidservants obediently raised their heads. A thin maid with a yellow complexion looked timidly at Qi Yun. A young maid with a nice figure looked at Qi Yun in shock. However, the shock in her eyes turned into jealousy.

CHAPTER 4 - COVERT CALCULATION

When Qi Yun saw their reactions, she asked, Introduce yourselves.

My name is Yun'er, the clouds in the sky. The maidservant, who had eyes filled with jealousy, said arrogantly to Qi Yun.

The timid maid then spat out a few words, This servant calls you Xi'er. Delighted."

Yes. She was a good name. However, the name Yun'er is not nice to hear, it has to be changed! " Qi Yun replied indifferently.

On what basis! This name sounds so nice, why should I change it? Yun'er glared discontentedly at Qi Yun.

Since I'm your master now, and your name resonates with mine, I don't like it. That's why I want to change it! If you don't agree, then go back to your original place and ask Steward Zhong to change to an obedient maid for me. Qi Yun indifferently glanced at the angry maidservant and said indifferently.

Clenching her fists to control her emotions, Yun'er calmed herself down before asking, Then Miss, what name do you want to change Yun'er to?

Mm, let's change it to 'Listen'! Qi Yun casually said a name.

Was he trying to make her listen to him? Yun'er clenched her fists. She would teach this man a lesson when she's done with her high-branch!

I'll listen to Miss Xie's name. Qing'er bowed respectfully to Qi Yun.

Qi Yun nodded and waved her hand, Alright, today, I just entered the Prime Minister's Estate, so I'm feeling a little tired from running all the way here. You guys boil some water for me to bathe in.

Yes sir! The two maidservants obediently answered him and went to do it.

Ever since that night when the carriage was alone, Gongsun Yue had never seen Qi Yun again. After leaving Qi Yun in the backyard, he no longer cared about her. After half a month, Gongsun Yue was no different from before. Those who should eat and drink, those who should go to court, all seemed to have been forgotten by Qi Yun. However, this was not the case.

On this day, Gongsun Jianyun, who had just received half of his money, was somewhat agitated. At this moment, there was a knock at the door. Gongsun Yue raised his head and saw that it was Mu Kong. He then said, Enter.

Lord, you told me to check it out. I've finished checking it out. Mu Kong bowed respectfully.

How's the investigation going? Is there anything wrong with that woman's identity? Annoyed, Gongsun Yue stopped writing and pushed the paper to the side as he asked expressionlessly.

This subordinate has no way to investigate Qi Yun's past in Pinghuai County of Chu. The famine that happened in Chu three years ago had a huge impact on the country. It was hard to determine the origin of many people, so the main focus of this investigation was on Qi Yun. Qi Yun was indeed sold to Pingkang three years ago. After three years of being taught by the old woman, she was only released to perform after learning something. Afterwards, Liu Changqing found out and bought it to give to the lord to curry favor with the lord. It looks like there's no problem. Lowering his head, Mu Kong instructed.

It just looks that way. Don't easily come to a conclusion. Although there seems to be no problem and I didn't manage to find anything, I keep having the feeling that there's something wrong with this woman, but I can't say what's wrong." He took off the jade ring and played with it. Gongsun Yue frowned as he pondered.

Not knowing how to reply, Mu Kong also fell silent.

Mu Kong, how long have you been with Ben Wang? Gongsun Yue changed the topic.

Mu Kong didn't know why the Prime Minister suddenly asked this, but he felt his scalp go numb. He tried his best to sound calm as he replied, Sir, your subordinate has followed you for nearly eight years.

Yes. Eight years have passed. I never thought that time would pass so quickly. I've even been the prime minister for eight years. After sighing for a bit, Gongsun Yue changed the topic and asked, Where's Zuo Yan? How is it going with the job I asked him to do?

Zuo Yan is already on his way back. He should arrive in about two days. When Zuo Yan comes back, we'll know the result."

Mm, that's how it is. Then come with me to the backyard." After putting the ring back on his finger, Gongsun Yue stood up.

Yes, sir!

It had been half a month since she came to the Prime Minister's Estate. Other than the night she entered the Residence, Qi Yun had never met Gongsun Yue. Yesterday, he found a piece of paper among the steamed buns for breakfast. The contents of the paper were to let Qi Yun get close to Gongsun Yue as soon as possible. Qi Yun knew that they were just trying to urge her. If she didn't do as they said, those people would attack her little brother, Qi Yan.

After racking her brains, Qi Yun was unable to find a way to get close to Gongsun Yue. She was restlessly pacing around the room.

Suddenly, Qi Yun heard the sound of a quarrel coming from outside the door. She could tell that it was Xi Er and Qing Er arguing with someone. Qi Yun walked out of the room to take a look at the situation.

Seeing Qi Yun, Bei Shan came over and immediately ran towards her to complain, Miss, look! These servants have the guts to give you food that others have already eaten! Hurry up and teach them a lesson!

Qi Yun walked forward and followed the direction of the gaze. The food in the box had obviously been ruined by someone. It was a mess, and when the different types of food were mixed together, it made one feel disgusted. Qi Yun, who was already agitated, became even more agitated when she saw this. He looked at the servant who was serving the food with unfriendly eyes, suppressed his anger and asked: What is going on?

This, young lady, this servant, this servant does not know either! When this servant arrived, he was summoned by a servant girl to help him. That servant girl was kind enough to help him carry the food box. I didn't expect it to be like this when it was in my hands, I just found out! You completely have no idea! " The handsome servant wanted to cry, but had no tears to shed. He felt extremely wronged in his heart.

Narrowing her eyes, Qi Yun sneered and asked, Do you know whose servant it is?

This … this is Lady Lu Ji's servant girl, Cai'Er. After hesitating for a moment, Zhang Xuan finally spoke up.

Be careful when you deliver your next meal. I won't argue with you this time, but it won't be easy in the future! Well, it's none of your business. Put down the food, and you can go! " Qi Yun waved him away impatiently.

Lu Ji, very good! It was the woman who had been the first to piss her off after her first night here. Earlier, this woman had led a bunch of women from the backyard to mock her courtyard. Qi Yun endured it and didn't bother with them. Now that she started to ruin her food, it was truly intolerable! Damn it, if a tiger doesn't show off his might, does he really think she's a sick cat?!

Angry, Qi Yun said to the two maidservants, Listen, Xi Er, you two bring the scissors and come with me to Lu Ji's courtyard. If I don't teach her a lesson, she'll think that I, Qi Yun, am easy to bully!

Hearing that, she happily said, Lady, you've finally thought it through. You won't let them bully you anymore! She had thought that a beautiful mistress like Qi Yun would enter the eyes of the Prime Minister. She hadn't expected Qi Yun to be so easily bullied. No matter how much the woman in the backyard insulted her, she didn't care. Listening in the heart still blame Qi Yun, feel Qi Yun unreliable, want to vote for another person. He didn't expect Qi Yun to be so angry today. It seemed that this master wasn't that useless after all.

Cut the crap! Get me a pair of scissors. The two of you, go find a wooden stick to use in the courtyard. In a while, I'll deal with Lu Ji. The two of you, go deal with the two maidservants by Lu Ji's side. After thinking for a moment, Qi Yun added. The reason why Qi Yun was so angry at Lu Ji wasn't only because Lu Ji spoiled her food, but also because she knew that Qi Yun's contacts would usually send messages through food. They would hide the note with news inside the steamed bun. Because she was afraid that Lu Ji would notice that something was amiss, Qi Yun had to give her a warning. It was also to give the women in the backyard a warning not to touch her things!

CHAPTER 5 - LESSON THE GREENS

Hearing Qi Yun's words, the little girl excitedly nodded her head. He took a pair of scissors from the house and pulled her to a wooden stick. She didn't dare to hit anyone. After hesitating for a moment, he finally opened his mouth and said to Qi Yun, Miss, this servant, this servant, does not know how to beat people.

Glancing at Xi Er coldly, Qi Yun continued, It's such a simple thing to hit him with a stick. If you can't even do it, why don't you go to Manager Zhong and ask him to arrange a place for you? I don't need such a weak and useless person here. "

Seeing that Qi Yun wanted to chase her away, Xi'er became even more afraid. She was more afraid of leaving Qi Yun than of hitting someone else. Qi Yun had treated her and Qing'er well. She would give them meat to eat. Even if she did wrong, she wouldn't beat them up. If she had left Qi Yun, who knew if Xi'er would have been assigned to a master like Qi Yun, who was so easy to serve.

After thinking carefully, Xi Er anxiously told Qi Yun, Miss, your servant will serve you! This servant can do it! Don't drive me away! If you want this servant to beat the opponent to death, that's fine too, as long as you don't chase the slave away!

Qi Yun looked at the silly girl speechlessly and explained further, I won't let you kill him. As long as you fiercely give the two maidservants of Lu Ji a few sticks. First, you will injure their arms and legs, and then immediately tie them up. Keep an eye on them, and don't let them find a chance to run away and complain. Since he had decided to make a ruckus, he must make a big ruckus! Qi Yun was worried that she wouldn't be able to get close to Gongsun Yue, so she had a way to get close to him. Causing a ruckus in the back yard, and getting close to Gongsun Yue, he could kill two birds with one stone.

After understanding Qi Yun's plan, Xi`er and Qingrou both nodded in understanding. The three of them picked up their food boxes and angrily walked towards the courtyard that Lu Ji lived in.

Qi Yun kicked open the half-open courtyard door, lifted up the food box and threw it