Chapter 573 Is There a Hidden Disease?

"Why did His Highness choose the lower official? Although the lower official has ambitions, he is not arrogant enough to think that he has the talent to help the world."

Gu Yu calmed down at the moment before his mind was blown away.

At any rate, he maintained his rationality and was not completely bewitched by Liu Zhao's words.

It's just my heart, it's inevitable that it will be affected. There are some worries about gains and losses.

I was afraid that if I refused too simply, I would lose the opportunity. He was also afraid that if he got this opportunity, he would pay a price beyond his expectations.

The opportunity is in front of him, and he is willing to give it a go. Just what is the cost?

Liu Zhao was surprised that Gu Yu was not easily seduced by him, and could still think calmly.

Not bad.

The person he fell in love with really had two brushes.

Liu Zhao said bluntly: "Because you are sitting in the right position, you are the most suitable candidate."

"Just because of this?" Gu Yu frowned slightly.

Liu Zhao nodded, "Yes, because of this." He was honest enough and did not lie.

Gu Yu licked his lips, his lips were chapped, no matter how much tea he drank, it seemed useless.

"How many years does Your Highness need me to serve as the magistrate of Xinmin County?"

Liu Zhao was silent for a moment, and then said: "More than ten years."

Gu Yu hurriedly said, "This is against the rules."

Liu Zhao laughed, "Which one in Xinmin County complies with the rules?"

Xinmin County is the only county in Dazhou that has no self-cultivated farmers. However, the tax revenue is not comparable to that of other counties.

It's not that the refugees didn't want to farm in the past.

Farming is fundamental, and many refugees dream of farming.

However, the land in Xinmin County had already been bought by Gu Jiu, and there was no extra land for the refugees to open up wasteland.

Refugees are not entitled to touch the land outside Xinmin County.

Even the title deed of Xinmin county government is still held in Gu Jiu's hands.

Gu Jiu reminded Gu Yu, "At the end of this year, there will be a big evaluation. Can you continue to sit on the county magistrate of Xinmin County?

We'll see how it works out by the end of the year.

Xiaojiu and I can help you, but at the same time, we will attract a lot of attacks from censors, and even frame you.

But Princess Huyang is different. If she strives for the benefits of her son-in-law, it is simply a matter of course. Of course, His Majesty will not care about it. Do you understand the difference here? "

Gu Yu nodded, he understood.

One is to take it for granted to fight for the benefits of one's own people, and naturally it is taken for granted to be accepted by others.

One is to seek profit for the prince, which involves a dispute over the heir apparent, which is bound to attract countless criticisms.

As Liu Zhao said, the identities of their husband and wife are sensitive. You can protect him for a while, but you can't protect him forever.

He wanted to make further progress in his official career, but he was afraid that he would have to waste ten or twenty years before he could get another chance.

Gu Yu is already thirty, and he doesn't want to waste any more time.

Sitting on the post of county magistrate of Xinmin County allowed him to display his talents. He enjoys such a life and is full of energy every day.

Seeing that Xinmin County is changing every day under his management, he is full of a sense of accomplishment.

After tasting the taste of power, who wants to stay away from official career and continue to waste ten or twenty years.

Gu Yu asked directly: "What does Your Highness need me to do?"

Liu Zhao smiled, "Magistrate Gu, don't worry, you only need to agree to this marriage, nothing else is required."

Gu Yu frowned, is there such a good thing in the world?

"In addition, County Magistrate Gu has to work hard to prepare a generous dowry gift. This is the dowry gift list, and His Highness has already prepared it for you. You can prepare according to the gift list. If money is a little tight, His Highness believes that County Magistrate Gu will definitely give it to you." There is a solution."

Gu Yu never expected that Liu Zhao even prepared the dowry list for him.

Obviously Liu Zhao came prepared, and I don't know how long he has been planning this matter.

Gu Yu was secretly startled.

The previous Su family was clearly smog, used to confuse people.

Gu Yu even suspected that the reason why Princess Huyang fell in love with Su Zheng was all because of Liu Zhao's secret manipulation.

Why didn't Liu Zhao directly lead Hu Yang to fall in love with him?

Gu Yu asked himself, and thought about it secretly.

Perhaps it was because his conditions were worse than Su Zheng's, and Princess Huyang didn't like him at first sight.

Su Zheng is a Jinshi and works in the Imperial Academy, and the Su family is a scholarly family for generations. Even though it was temporarily defeated, the reputation of the Su family still existed.

Gu Yu even guessed that Liu Zhao dared to make such calculations because he was sure that the Su family would refuse.

Even if something unexpected happens and the Su family agrees to Huyang Princess' proposal, Liu Zhao will find a way to sabotage the marriage.

Faced with the merciless rejection of the Su family, it is reckoned that Princess Huyang will slightly lower the requirements for his future son-in-law.

At this time, it was really just right for him to enter the sight of Princess Huyang.

They are also Gu Jiu's blood relatives, who are also the county magistrate of Xinmin County, mature and steady without a concubine. It's just that the family background is poor.

Thinking of this, Gu Yu's heart skipped a beat, and he felt terrified.

Does Gu Jiu know that Liu Zhao is planning all this?

He opened his mouth, but felt his mouth was dry and unable to speak.

Liu Zhao smiled knowingly, knowing what he was thinking. ,

In the face of temptation, Gu Yu can still think of Gu Jiu, he is a kind person.

Liu Zhao stretched out his hand and tapped on the table lightly, attracting Gu Yu's attention.

He stared at Gu Yu deeply, and there was something in his words, "Regardless of whether the magistrate Gu agrees to this marriage, His Highness hopes that you will not mention today's matter to anyone, including Xiaojiu. Xiaojiu likes business. His Highness naturally supported her with all his strength.

She has worked so hard, so naturally she can no longer worry about other things. And she was the one who hated these calculations the most. Do you understand? "

Gu Yu nodded subconsciously, "I understand."

Liu Zhao laughed, "Magistrate Gu is indeed wise."

Gu Yu smiled wryly.

Thinking over and over again in my heart, weighing the pros and cons, "You can't let her down."

Liu Zhao's face turned cold, "My Highness will certainly not let her down. There is no need for you to worry about Xiaojiu."

The intention of refusal is undisguised. Even implied threats.

Any man's concern for Xiao Jiu made Liu Zhao unhappy.

Gu Yu gritted his teeth, "If she asks about me..."

"Remember to keep your mouth in check." Liu Zhao directly interrupted Gu Yu's words, "My Highness does not want any gossip to reach Xiaojiu's ears. If someone can't control their mouths, my Highness doesn't mind doing it myself. Someone's tongue."

A cold light flashed in Liu Zhao's eyes, and a trace of murderous intent overflowed.

Gu Yu shuddered, and quickly said: "Don't worry, Your Highness, I will keep my mouth shut and will not reveal a single word."

Liu Zhao smiled in a blink of an eye, with a gentle and friendly smile, "So County Magistrate Gu agrees to this marriage?"

Gu Yu nodded, "The marriage proposed by His Highness is naturally excellent. If the lower official refuses, it doesn't mean that he doesn't know what to do."

"Haha...it's so good. You are ready. A few days later, the two families will meet and see their marriage. On your family side, please calm down early and don't make any jokes."

Gu Yu bowed slightly, "The lower officials will take good care of the family members and prevent them from doing bad things."

Liu Zhao got up and left the county office quickly.

Gu Yu sent people out of the back door and watched the carriage leave.

When the cold wind blew, he shivered all over, only to realize later that he was covered in cold sweat, which drenched his inner clothes.

Gu Yu looked at the gloomy sky, gritted his teeth, and fought hard!

...

A few days later, news came from Fuming County Lord's Mansion that the mansion was attacked by thieves.

The thief was so audacious that he even stole into the princess mansion.

This matter caused heated discussions in the circle.

Immediately afterwards, the second son of Princess Fuming rode out to play, but the horse was frightened and broke his leg. The situation was not optimistic.

Now, Princess Huyang naturally rejected Princess Fuming's marriage proposal.

Who knows if the kid will be lame and disabled after he is cured. How can Minmin marry a man who may be disabled.

Even if the boy is not disabled, but breaking his leg after the Chinese New Year, it proves that the boy is guilty of Tai Sui this year and has bad luck.

It's absolutely inappropriate to say kiss at this time.

The princess of Huyang didn't even show up, and appointed the family order of the princess's mansion to reject Princess Fuming's marriage proposal.

Princess Fuming originally prepared with two hands, one Gu Jiu and the other Chen Min. In the end, everything fell through, and I was so angry that I wanted to vomit blood.

I wanted to smash the house to play, but I couldn't bear it.

If you don't have enough money, you have to save it, and you can't vent your anger by throwing valuable things.

In the end, Princess Fuming simply beat and scolded his servants to vent his anger.

During the Chinese New Year, there were wailing sounds from the Fuming County Lord's Mansion from time to time, which was really unlucky.

Anyone who passed by Princess Fuming's mansion had to make a detour.

I would rather walk more, and I don't want to suffer from the bad luck of that family.

When Princess Huyang was still lamenting that Chen Min's marriage was troubled and everything was not going well, a casual sentence from a servant opened her mind.

"Your Majesty wants to marry Mrs. Zhao wholeheartedly. After careful consideration, there is actually another person who is very suitable. And the other party will definitely not refuse your marriage proposal."

Upon hearing this, Princess Huyang became interested, "Who? Does Gu Jiu have any relatives who are suitable for marriage?"

The servant said cautiously: "There is such a person in the Gu family, who is far away in the sky and close in front of us. That person is Mr. Gu Yugu, the county magistrate of Xinmin County.

Mrs. Zhao deliberately placed him in the position of magistrate of Xinmin County, which shows that this person is indeed capable. It is said that Mrs. Zhao calls Gu Yu privately as Fourth Brother Gu, and thinks highly of him. The most important thing is that this magistrate Gu is not yet married. "

When Huyang heard this, he was happy. Xinmin County is the hen that lays golden eggs. Being able to sit on the magistrate of Xinmin County must be of extraordinary ability.

"This man's name is Gu Yu, how old is he?"

"Early thirties."

Princess Huyang frowned, and immediately felt a little disgusted, "A lot of age and not married, could it be that there is a hidden disease? Or is there a special hobby, a habit of breaking sleeves?"

The servant was very troubled, and after gathering his composure, he said: "Your Majesty, you misunderstood. County Magistrate Gu has no hidden illnesses, nor does he have a habit of breaking sleeves. The reason why he is still unmarried at such an old age is all because he has an incomprehensible mother. "