What imperial henchmen? Please call me Your Majesty!

Su Mu still took out the dog talisman, infusing it with a little of the original dog talisman's magic power. It could still be used, but with a time limit, just to be on the safe side.

We can't let others know that this thing can actually be used indefinitely, can we? Wouldn't that throw the world into chaos?

I held it in my hand and weighed it in my hand:

"This thing, the Dog Talisman, can keep a person young forever. In other words, when you fight someone, no matter how badly you are injured, you can still maintain enough energy to fight your enemy."

"So, that's what you were doing just now..."

Xiao Jiuge suddenly understood the meaning. In other words, there is an invincible existence, especially one with equal strength, where neither can defeat the other. But with this thing, the opponent has no way to truly defeat him unless a stronger person appears.

"Yes, that's what you're thinking."

Su Mu nodded and casually tossed the dog talisman to her:

"The value of this thing is not so simple. You may need to do more research on it yourself, and maybe you can figure it out."

A talisman is a single item, but if you combine them properly, they become absolutely extraordinary.

Of course, this person is extraordinary, but not to the point where I have to reveal all my cards; after all, he's not important.

Xiao Jiuge held it in his hand and felt it for a moment. He could indeed feel the subtle state, which was quite wonderful.

After holding it for a while, he placed it on the table and solemnly said:

"If I'm not mistaken, this thing also has a limited usage time, right?"

"Well, I don't have much magic power, but it should be enough to last for more than ten years. Of course, if I consume too much, it will indeed shorten my original lifespan."

Su Mu explained very sincerely, appearing completely harmless.

Seeing his expression, Xiao Jiuge couldn't guess what was going on, but she also spoke earnestly:

"Although this thing is incredibly powerful, it is ultimately not one's own ability. It may be good for saving one's life, but if the ability is not one's own, it will never truly be one's own. Using it for too long will only lead to dependence."

Su Mu nodded, indicating his understanding.

If you knew that this thing could be used indefinitely, you wouldn't need to worry about dependence or anything like that; it's practically your life-saving treasure.

"However, this item is not bad."

Xiao Jiuge leaned back slightly, her lower back arching, causing her clothes to bulge and become visibly larger.

Su Mu frowned. It was a pity that she was dressed very conservatively, otherwise he would definitely have been able to tell the size.

"Alright, this item is not bad, so I'll reward you with another box of gold bars."

Xiao Jiuge spoke casually, as if she didn't really need the thing.

Su Mu's face darkened.

So you're trying to take advantage of me now, huh?

But it doesn't matter, since I didn't inject much magic power, and with my current abilities, I can easily take it back.

Trying to take advantage of me? That's not so easy.

Or clasp your hands in a gesture of respect:

"Thank you, sir. I will certainly find more similar items for you."

"Okay, go down."

"Yes."

……

Outside the Regent's Palace.

Su Mu held the wooden box in one hand, looking helpless. Sure enough, it wasn't so easy to get a bigger advantage.

Well, at least it's better than working for a ghost government office without pay.

However, before he had gone far, Qian Miao suddenly appeared in front of him, smiling and saying:

"Officer Su, the magistrate is looking for you."

Su Mu frowned. "My lord? Xiao Chuli?"

Ha ha……

He also thought that if he entered the Regent's Palace, his spies might know something, but he didn't care. He would switch sides with whoever offered the biggest incentive; it wasn't a dead end.

"Okay, lead the way."

Qian Miao felt a little wary. This guy's calm gaze just now seemed to indicate that he was thinking about something. Could he be plotting something big?

If this were treason, it would be a serious crime, and even the most powerful constables wouldn't be able to stop it; they would still arrest you.

but……

He suddenly realized that the person who could kill Bai Nongyu was impossible to catch, and he might end up like her.

Not worth the candle.

The guide led us into the mansion. This time we entered through the main gate, and after a few twists and turns, we arrived at a garden.

Qian Miao stopped in her tracks:

"The master is inside. You can go by yourself, but you have to leave this thing behind."

He was about to take it.

Su Mu moved it aside immediately and warned:

"Sir, you wouldn't be stealing anything from inside, would you?"

Seeing that he wouldn't give it to her, Qian Miao didn't dare to force him, but instead smiled and said:

"Just kidding, but I'm afraid the adults will be unhappy if I bring this over."

Whether she's happy or not is none of my business.

Without any salary, they expect people to work with peace of mind. Anyone who doesn't know better would think it's some great opportunity, but in the end, they're just free laborers.

Visible chips are far better than invisible ones.

They went inside carrying the box.

The garden wasn't very large, nor did it have a variety of beautiful flowers and plants to fill the space; everything seemed just right.

The morning glories were in full bloom, and a stream, though not large, flowed through the entire garden. A large pond lay at the pavilion, teeming with ornamental koi fish, making it a truly elegant retreat.

Xiao Chuli, dressed in a blue dress, sat in the pavilion, a small tea set on the stone table, enjoying tea alone.

Su Mu walked straight over. Xiao Chuli glanced at him, her gaze falling on the box, before casually looking at the teacup in front of her.

"Please sit down."

Su Mu placed the box on the table and looked at her:

"Does Your Excellency have something to discuss with me?"

At first, when Qian Miao and the others came to report, they thought he had something to discuss with them. But when they learned that he had entered the mansion from the back and was now coming out with a box, they realized that the person they saw was not them.

"I have treated you well, why would you betray me? Aren't you afraid I will strip you of your official rank?"

I thought Su Mu would pitifully beg for mercy or pledge his loyalty, but he gave an unexpected explanation:

"My lord, you have treated me with utmost indifference. But to speak of betrayal is a serious matter and inappropriate."

Xiao Chuli didn't expect him to actually go along with it, so she responded with a cold laugh:

"What, isn't this betrayal?"

Her gaze was fixed on the box on the table.

Under normal circumstances, perhaps to be on the safe side, they would say in other words that this is for you.

But Su Mu held it tightly in his arms, regarding it as a precious treasure:

"My lord, this is what I earned. If earning money is considered betrayal, then I might as well stay in this ghost office and starve to death."

"That's enough."

Xiao Chuli asked:

"You saw her? How did you two get in touch? What kind of surprise did you give her to get this from you?"

Su Mu naturally knew that anyone who could stay here must know someone, so he didn't mince words:

"Of course it's something useful. Basically, I provide her with what she wants, and she pays me. What's wrong with that?"

"If the Ghost Office has someone as shallow as you, then you don't need to come anymore. The Ghost Office doesn't need people like you."

"That suits me perfectly; I've never gotten used to it anyway."

Su Mu was overjoyed. Besides, he was capable, so why should he rely on others to live?

Xiao Chuli didn't expect him to dare to contradict her at this moment, but then again, he has a bigger backer now.

So I was very curious:

"What is it about her that makes you so devoted to her?"