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Chapter 496 Xu Zhongyuan - Zhihan!

"Senior brother, I understand your predicament."

"But you also said that wise people should not shirk their responsibilities, but should face them bravely."

"The Great Qian Dynasty is currently in turmoil, with the Qian Emperor recently deceased and a new emperor having just ascended the throne. It is precisely in need of a wise man like you, Senior Brother, to guide us in the right direction."

Gu Changqing stepped forward and grasped Xu Zhongyuan's hand tightly.

Xu Zhongyuan remained silent for a moment, gazing into Gu Changqing's expectant eyes, a complex emotion welling up in his heart.

He knew that what Gu Changqing said was true; the Daqian dynasty, which was on the verge of collapse, did indeed need the support of its old ministers like them.

However, the weariness and powerlessness in his heart were like a shackle, binding him tightly.

"Changqing, let me think about it some more."

Xu Zhongyuan finally spoke, his voice tinged with helplessness and struggle.

"Senior, I understand how you feel. Please consider it carefully, and whatever the outcome, I will respect your choice."

"However, I hope you can remember that the fate of the Great Qian Dynasty will always be our responsibility."

Upon hearing this, Gu Changqing felt somewhat anxious, but he also understood Xu Zhongyuan's predicament. He nodded gently and said.

The two looked at each other in silence. After a moment, Gu Changqing suggested, "Senior brother, since that's the case, why don't we catch up first?"

"Over the years, we haven't had a proper talk. Tonight, I'll stay at this Hidden Dragon Studio and await your answer tomorrow."

Upon hearing this, Xu Zhongyuan felt a surge of warmth in his heart, nodded, and said, "Alright, let's talk first. I have a lot to say to you over the years."

As night fell, the Hidden Dragon Studio was brightly lit.

Gu Changqing and Xu Zhongyuan sat around the stone table, sipping tea and reminiscing about the past.

Finally, as the first rays of dawn pierced through the thin mist and shone into Yinlongzhai, Gu Changqing's conversation with Xu Zhongyuan came to an end.

"Senior brother, what's your decision?"

Gu Changqing asked softly, his tone revealing a hint of nervousness and anticipation.

Xu Zhongyuan pondered for a moment, his gaze deep, as if he were weighing the two ends of a scale in his heart.

In the morning light, his face appeared particularly solemn, yet it also revealed a hint of unwavering resolve.

"Changqing, my mind is made up. How can I stand idly by when the Great Qian Dynasty is in such turmoil?"

"However, I am old and frail, and my mind and body are exhausted. I am afraid that I am no longer capable of holding the position I once held."

"I am willing to offer my humble advice to the new emperor, without holding any official position. In this way, I can do my part and it would be a wise move."

Finally, he spoke slowly, his voice carrying a hint of vicissitude and relief.

"Senior brother, this is a brilliant move. With your wisdom and experience, you can guide the new emperor through his difficulties and help the Great Qian Dynasty overcome its challenges."

"In this way, you can both follow your own principles and serve the country, which is a win-win situation."

Upon hearing this, Gu Changqing's eyes flashed with a hint of relief and understanding. He knew Xu Zhongyuan's struggles and difficulties, so he smiled softly.

The two exchanged a smile; their years of tacit understanding and friendship needed no further explanation at this moment.

Immediately, they got up and stepped out of Hidden Dragon Hall. They saw that the valley outside was shrouded in morning mist, like a fairyland.

Beyond this fairyland, the faint sounds of carriages and horses broke the tranquility of the valley.

As they emerged from the valley, a breathtaking view unfolded before them. There stood the new Emperor Si Yinqi, dressed in magnificent robes, before his carriage, his entourage imposing and awe-inspiring.

The morning light shone on the magnificent ceremonial guard, adding to its solemnity and reverence.

"Teacher, you have finally come out of seclusion! I, and indeed the entire Great Qian Dynasty, have longed to hear your teachings once again."

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Si Yinqi's young face was full of sincerity and expectation. When he saw Xu Zhongyuan and Gu Changqing come out, he quickly stepped forward, bowed, and his voice was filled with undisguised excitement.

Clearly, when he was a prince of the Great Qian Dynasty, Si Yinqi had studied under Xu Zhongyuan.

Looking at the young new emperor before him, his former disciple, Xu Zhongyuan felt a surge of complex emotions.

"Your Majesty, although I am old, I am willing to use my remaining strength to offer advice and suggestions to the new dynasty, hoping that Your Majesty will consider some of them."

He spoke slowly, his voice not loud, but each word was firm and powerful.

"Teacher, I remember every word you say."

Upon hearing this, a tear welled up in Si Yinqi's eyes. He gripped Xu Zhongyuan's hand tightly, his voice firm.

Then, the group slowly made their way to the carriage.

"Senior brother, you see, in the end, this country still needs old bones like you and me to hold it up."

Gu Changqing followed beside Xu Zhongyuan and chuckled softly.

"Ding! Xu Zhongyuan's skill Zhihan is activated!"

Zhihan: Wisdom as vast as the sea, strategy without limits, assisting a wise ruler, working together to conquer the world. Xu Zhongyuan possesses exceptional talent and a profound understanding of the ways of heaven and earth; this is his unique skill.

Effect 1: When assisting a wise ruler, it is like the stars and the moon shining together. If you sincerely assist a wise ruler, this can increase one of the four attributes of the wise ruler by 2 points, and the others by 1 point, depending on the situation, and also increase his charm value by 1 point.

Effect 2: Undercurrents: If the ruler becomes disloyal to the person he assists, his four attributes will decrease by 1 point each, and his charm will decrease by 2 points.

Effect 4: With decisive command, victory is assured. If Xu Zhongyuan personally leads the expedition, he will be the sole commander. Its leadership value increases by 2 points.

Effect 5: Unparalleled wisdom and strategy. Wherever he goes, Xu Zhongyuan can quickly grasp the situation and offer advice to the commander-in-chief (including himself). This temporarily increases the commander-in-chief's intelligence by 1 point and also increases the entire army's strength by 1 point.

Currently, Xu Zhongyuan's skill "Zhihan" is activated, increasing Si Yinqi's Politics by 2 points, and his other attributes (Strength, Intelligence, and Leadership) by 1 point, and also increasing his Charisma by 1 point.

As Si Yinqi and Xu Zhongyuan walked and talked, Si Yinqi felt he had gained a lot in a short time, and his mind became clear.

Things I didn't understand before suddenly became clear, and I understood them instantly.

This made Si Yinqi look at Xu Zhongyuan even more eagerly. He didn't know that it was Xu Zhongyuan's skill at work, and that it was only targeting him.

In Si Yinqi's mind now, his teacher's talent probably surpasses the world's perception of him!

"The teacher's words were like a bright lamp illuminating the way, enlightening me from all my confusion."

"Everyone says that Teacher's wisdom and strategy are unparalleled. After hearing this today, I know that it is no exaggeration. Teacher's talent is truly a blessing to the Great Qian Dynasty!"

Si Yinqi felt a sudden sense of relief, as if the clouds had parted and the sun was shining through. All the problems that had been troubling him seemed to have a solution at this moment, and his gaze toward Xu Zhongyuan became even more fervent.

"Your Majesty flatters me. This old minister has only done his humble best, hoping to help Your Majesty consolidate the empire and restore the glory of the Great Qian Dynasty."

Xu Zhongyuan shook his head slightly, his smile carrying a hint of humility.

As they walked and talked, Si Yinqi nodded from time to time, sometimes lost in thought, and sometimes asking questions. Each of Xu Zhongyuan's answers gave him a sense of clarity, and his blueprint for governing the country became clearer and clearer.

This short journey was like a spiritual baptism for Si Yinqi, allowing him to deeply understand the true meaning of "a single conversation with a wise man is worth more than ten years of study".