Young Master Gao? Call me Little Grand Secretary!

After winning over Lu Zhishen, Gao Zhao found a carriage on the road and hurriedly returned to Biyong.

He's just that kind of rule-abiding person!

Even though he skipped school and went out to have fun, as long as Biyong didn't find out, he was still a well-behaved student!

He was very wary of this, fearing that he might become complacent and let himself go due to a moment of luck, thus being discovered by the Imperial Academy!

Of course, he wasn't afraid of the consequences of punishment; what he feared was this kind of mentality!

You must always maintain self-discipline!

But as soon as he arrived at the Biyong Gate, he was filled with regret. In his haste, he had forgotten to visit his sister-in-law!

Lin Chong finally went on a long trip, and I didn't even go to see him off. That's so impolite!

Gao Zhao returned to his dormitory in frustration. Qin Hui rushed out to greet him as soon as he saw him, saying anxiously, "Thank goodness you're back! I was almost at my breaking point!"

"I believe you!" Gao Zhao smiled and patted his shoulder, then handed him the document.

Qin Hui opened it and saw a money token tucked inside. His face stiffened, and he said awkwardly, "Gongming, what are you doing?"

Gao Zhao smiled slightly and said, "Brother Huizhi, there's no need to be so polite. You're short of money, but I'm the one who has plenty. Sharing what we have is the way friends should get along!"

"This..." Qin Hui was momentarily speechless, then said awkwardly, "I haven't finished using the ones you gave me last time..."

"Brother Huizhi, there's no need to be so polite!" Gao Zhao said seriously, "This money isn't charity from me! It's payment for your help! You can spend it without worry, don't mistreat yourself!"

Qin Hui held the thin coin in his hand, his fingers tightening slightly, his eyes revealing a mixture of embarrassment and emotion that was hard to describe.

He came from a humble background. In the Imperial Academy, he was merely an attached student and could not enjoy the preferential treatment given by the court. Being penniless was the norm, so he had to do those despicable jobs to make a living.

Gao Zhao was the only one who helped him the whole time. Even when giving him money, he would ask him to do something within his ability, and then give him generous sums of money under the pretext of not embarrassing him!

He wanted to express his gratitude, but Gao Zhao had helped him so much! This profound kindness could not be repaid with a simple thank you!

His throat tightened slightly, and he crossed his arms, about to bow in respect.

"What are you doing?" Gao Zhao quickly stopped him, shaking his head seriously, "If you really want to thank me, then repay this kindness to the Song Dynasty!"

Qin Hui was suddenly jolted, and when he looked at Gao Zhao again, he couldn't help but feel a deep respect.

He thought the last time Xiangnu came to Biyong to find Fan Tong and caused a commotion, it was just Gao Zhao making a fuss. He thought he was just a fickle playboy. He never expected that he would have such ambition and such a broad mind!

[Gratitude points from Qin Hui +1]

As the pop-up window scrolled by, Gao Zhao once again achieved his daily goal of criticizing Qin Hui. In a great mood, he cupped his hands in greeting and turned to walk back to his dormitory.

When Gao Zhao returned, his roommates didn't think much of it, assuming he had been staying at the Imperial Academy all along, and didn't ask any further questions.

Fan Tongyi looked eager to try, and occasionally chatted with people about his plans for the end of the summer vacation.

Gao Zhao was exhausted and too tired to talk much, so he went to sleep immediately.

Two more days passed in Biyong. Gao Zhao also took the time to receive some students in need and lent them some money as assistance.

Disappointingly, I didn't receive many gratitude points.

This made him sigh, "So many unfaithful men are scholars!"

These bastards are definitely not at their wits' end yet!

Perhaps they thought they could help them and took it for granted!

It seems it's time to teach them a lesson!

When others came to him for help, he did not refuse them, but simply said that he did not have any money with him and asked them to wait a few days.

Before they knew it, the last ten days of summer had arrived. Fan Tong excitedly changed into a new outfit early in the morning and went out of Biyong.

Hearing the commotion, Gao Zhao smiled slightly as he watched Fan's retreating figure. He thought to himself, "This time, Fan's attempt to provoke Fan is likely to end in failure!"

Thinking of this, he decided not to sleep anymore. After washing up, he went out.

Just outside the Biyong Hall, Shi Qian slowly stopped his carriage in front of him.

"Young master, where shall we go for fun today?"

Gao Zhao got into the carriage and said unhappily, "Why do you think about playing all day long? Don't you know that the Emperor has ordered a month-long ban on music in Bianjing?"

Shi Qian chuckled awkwardly and asked, "So, young master, are you going back to your residence?"

"Going back to the capital? My good brother, Instructor Lin Chong, is about to leave the capital; I have to see him off!"

"Young Master is truly a man of great righteousness!" Shi Qian, seemingly unaware that Lin Chong had already left the capital, gave a thumbs-up, praised him, and drove away.

Gao Zhao accepted it readily, feeling that Shi Qian was a very good driver, neither humble nor arrogant, and very straightforward!

The carriage moved slowly forward. Gao Zhao leaned back in his seat, watching the scenery recede outside the carriage, and couldn't help but look forward to seeing the sight of branches laden with fruit again.

To be honest, he prefers the feeling of mutual pulling to appearance; that little bit of tension is really exciting!

As he was lost in thought, the carriage reached the city gate. Suddenly, a fast horse galloped towards them. Shi Qian abruptly pulled on the reins, and the horse neighed and stopped. Gao Zhao was also nearly thrown off by the suddenly stopped carriage.

He was filled with rage and about to erupt when Lu Qian's voice came from outside: "Young Master, the Grand Commandant requests your presence!"

Gao Zhao leaned out, glaring fiercely at Lu Qian, and said coldly, "Don't you understand the importance of composure in times of crisis? Such recklessness—if you injure a pedestrian, can you bear the responsibility?"

Lu Qian quickly apologized, "I know I'm guilty, please forgive me, young master!"

"Hmph!" Gao Zhao snorted coldly, withdrew his gaze, and asked indifferently, "What is it?"

"I was unaware!" Lu Qian bowed his head, his posture extremely respectful. He secretly thought he had miscalculated. Today, his recklessness had disturbed Gao Zhao, and he was afraid that Gao Zhao would hold a grudge against him.

Ever since Gao Zhao took him to the military camp last time, he has gradually distanced himself from him, but has become very close to Shi Qian, that thief.

He had finally received Gao Qiu's order to pick up Gao Zhao today, and he originally wanted to show off, but unexpectedly bumped into him on the way.

Now when asked, he knows nothing. What should we do?

After a moment's thought, he could only add, "The Grand Commandant sent me to invite you early this morning, so it must be something important."

"Nonsense!" Gao Zhao frowned, his tone impatient. He knew his own character perfectly well; what important matter could possibly fall on him?

Most likely, someone deliberately caused trouble, complained to Gao Qiu, and tried to get rid of him!

However, I happen to have something to discuss with Gao Qiu. I couldn't find him last time I went to look for him, so I'll take this opportunity to tell him everything at once!

He couldn't care less about his sister-in-law or the fruits of his labor; he sat back in the carriage and ordered in a deep voice, "Return to the manor!"

Shi Qian accepted the order and urged his horse onward.

Upon returning to the palace, Gao Zhao took a few steps, and after inquiring about Gao Qiu's whereabouts, he suddenly started running quickly, heading straight for Gao Qiu's study.

"Bang!"

Gao Zhao pushed open the door, panting, and said, "My lord, you're back!"

Gao Qiu frowned and said displeasedly, "Such recklessness is unbecoming!"

Gao Zhao wiped the sweat from his brow, panting, and said with a smile, "I was delighted to hear of your return, sir. You must have had a hard time these past few days, sir?"

Gao Qiu looked up and saw that he was breathing heavily, covered in sweat, but had a happy expression on his face. He was also concerned about him. Gao Qiu felt a warmth in his heart and his expression softened.

Seeing this, Gao Zhao chuckled inwardly:

Little Gao Qiu

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