"Old Master Gu's loyalty is truly admirable." Qin Yining smiled and praised, "Old Master Gu, it's rare to see someone like you who doesn't forget your old master and cares about your old relationship at the expense of your own safety."
"You're flattering me. I don't have much to look forward to in my official career. I'm just a dying old man. What I really admire is your father, Minister Qin. Minister Qin has not returned since he entered the palace because of the County Prince of Yan. "
Gu Shixiong's face was also full of admiration.
However, Qin Yining knew very well that Gu Shixiong was threatening her.
Because even if he didn't save the County Prince of Yan, Qin Yining wouldn't ignore Qin Huaiyuan's safety.
At this moment, Qin Yining really felt that these people who had climbed through the ranks of the imperial court were too cunning.
By now, Li Qitian must have set his eyes on the Family Qin. Perhaps he already knew that Gu Shixiong had come to the Family Qin.
Qin Yining also knew that Gu Shixiong was smart enough not to guess that Your Majesty was watching his every move.
But he did it on purpose and even made such a request. It was obvious that he wanted to drag the Family Qin down with him.
Qin Yining couldn't help but narrow her eyes and think.
Wasn't Gu Shixiong afraid that she would spread the news that he knew the whereabouts of the treasure?
Was he really willing to give such a large sum of money to her for free?
Wasn't he afraid that she would give the treasure to Pang Xiao directly when she found it in the future?
Qin Yining didn't believe that Gu Shixiong was sincere when he said that he would give the treasure to her to protect Pang Xiao.
But on second thought, Qin Yining somewhat understood.
First of all, if she didn't agree to help, Gu Shixiong would naturally not tell her the whereabouts of the treasure. Then, only Gu Shixiong would know where the treasure was.
Once she leaked the secret, Gu Shixiong would just die. Dying with the treasure would not benefit others. Therefore, Gu Shixiong was not afraid of leaks at all.
Secondly, if she were to agree to help and rescue the County King of Yan, Gu Shixiong would probably find a way to force her to spit out the treasure. He might even find a way to ruin her marriage with Pang Xiao and betroth her to the County King of Yan. If that were to happen, the treasure would become her dowry. The County King of Yan would not be at a disadvantage either.
In the end, if she were to agree to help, rescue the County King of Yan, and give the treasure to Pang Xiao, Gu Shixiong would have nothing to fear.
He could go to Li Qitian to sow discord and make Li Qitian more suspicious of Pang Xiao, who had financial resources. The Da Zhou Imperial Court was thrown into chaos.
Therefore, after Qin Yining analyzed the situation for a while, he realized that Gu Shixiong had made the right move.
Even if she refused now, none of the above three situations would happen. Gu Shixiong's arrival had already planted the seed of suspicion.
As expected of an old official. His calculations were flawless!
Qin Yining analyzed everything in the span of a breath. She was silent for a long time before speaking slowly.
"Old Master Gu, this is a serious matter. My father is not at home. Please allow me to think about it."
Hearing this, Gu Shixiong looked at Qin Yining's beautiful face and felt a little disappointed.
It seemed that a woman would be a woman after all. He should not have expected a woman to be as bold and decisive as a man.
"Forget it. I really have no other choice at the moment. Please think about it carefully, Miss Qin. I will wait for your good news."
Qin Yining smiled and nodded at his words.
Seeing that he was done talking, Gu Shixiong took his leave.
Qin Yining escorted him to the front of the courtyard before turning around.
In any case, Gu Shixiong's arrival could not be hidden from Li Qitian. Moreover, with Gu Shixiong's former status in the Dayan Imperial Court, Qin Huaiyuan was not at home, and she was receiving guests on behalf of her father. If she impolitely escorted him out, people would suspect that she had a guilty conscience.
However, Qin Yining did not feel guilty at all.
Old Master Gu was so shrewd and scheming. He wanted to drag the Family Qin into this mess. Moreover, he did not leave any loopholes. She could not think of a way to deal with him.
Qin Yining knew that she had to think of a solution quickly. Otherwise, once this news reached Your Majesty's ears, she would be the next person to be summoned to the palace.
She was preparing to marry Pang Xiao. How could she allow herself to be defeated over such a matter?
Qin Yining pursed her lips and sat cross-legged on the warm kang by the window. She hugged the soft light purple satin pillow and fell into deep thought.
Ji Yun, who had been listening to them for a long time, also felt that this matter was very troublesome.
Seeing Qin Yining like this, Ji Yun said in a low voice, "Miss, Old Master is not at home now, and this matter is not good to be publicized. Why don't you ask Wang Ye? Wang Ye will definitely be able to think of a suitable way to help Miss. "
Qin Yining knew Ji Yun's good intentions. She smiled and said, "What you said makes sense. I also believe that Wang Ye will be able to help me think of a way. However, Wang Ye's identity is special, and the current situation is sensitive. If I ask him, won't I drag him into this mess? "
"Miss, Wang Ye won't mind."
"Even if he doesn't mind helping me solve this problem, I don't want to add to his troubles."
Qin Yining paced back and forth with her hands behind her back. After thinking for two hours, she finally came up with a plan.
She turned around and ordered with bright eyes, "Ji Yun, help me find a simple wooden box and some nails. Bing Tang, help me grind the ink. Oh right, and cinnabar. "
"Yes."
Seeing Qin Yining like this, everyone knew that she had a plan. They hurriedly went to prepare it.
After Qin Yining finished preparing everything, she said, "Quickly go to the Gu family and send an invitation. Tell them that I've thought it through and have an urgent matter to ask Old Master Gu to come over."
Ji Yun quickly nodded and rushed out.
Gu Shixiong was waiting at home on pins and needles when news came from outside that the Family Qin servant wanted to see him.
Gu Shixiong's face lit up. He hurriedly went out to see Ji Yun. When he learned that Qin Yining wanted to see him, he didn't care about etiquette and hurriedly ordered someone to prepare a car and rush to the Family Qin.
This time, Qin Yining welcomed Gu Shixiong at the main entrance and politely led him to the front hall.
After serving tea, Qin Yining said apologetically, "Old Master Gu, I'm afraid I can't fulfill your request."
Gu Shixiong came full of hope. When he heard this, he was in disbelief. His beard trembled as he asked, "Why, why do you say that?"
Qin Yining said, "Old Master Gu, a new Emperor brings in new officials. Ever since I came to Da Zhou, I've only been loyal to Your Majesty. Although I have feelings for Your Majesty, I can't betray my loyalty to Your Majesty. Even if you tell me the whereabouts of the treasure, I'll definitely turn around and tell Your Majesty. "
"You! Don't forget that you're a Dayan! "
Qin Yining smiled. "Dayan doesn't exist anymore. We're in Da Zhou now. "
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