Although there is a slight ambiguity in this parting, Xia Fan knew that the other party was definitely not referring to "going together", but something like not parting ways.
If Luo Qingqing wanted to go to the West Pole, he would definitely say so directly.
She is always straightforward and rarely hides her thoughts.
But even so, Xia Fan still fell into silence. If it was just an ordinary trip or a visit to friends, she would not have proposed it so formally - which means that the time of her departure is likely to be unpredictable, and the day of seeing her again is far away.
"Is there a purpose?" he asked after a long time.
"Those places that are still under the control of the old order are the destinations of my trip. However, considering that Jinxia's influence is constantly expanding, I prefer places farther away from Shenzhou."
"Old order?" Xia Fan suddenly remembered that Luo Qingqing mentioned the word agreement when describing the way he gained power. "Could it be that... the thing behind the door is forcing you to execute the contract?"
"No, this is my personal decision and has nothing to do with anyone." Luo shook his head gently, his tone very firm, "I have already determined before that what you showed at the Jinxia Exhibition may not be the most perfect order, but But it is the best order at present. So when the Privy Council regarded Jinxia as a threat and wanted to get rid of it, it became the object I wanted to fight. But now, this goal has been achieved, and the Gyeonggi Privy Council is no longer a threat."
Xia Fan immediately understood what she meant.
After the Privy Council is gone, it doesn't mean that Jin Xia can control everything immediately.
Even if Ning Wanjun was unscathed, the Secretariat believed that it would take at least one or two years to digest the territory after taking control of the entire territory. The reason was the number of officials and the extent of Shenzhou's development.
Now that Ning Wanjun is frozen, this process will undoubtedly be delayed a lot.
And Luo Qingqing wants to use his own power to weaken the foundation of the old order.
"Actually, you can wait until I come back - I mean, cooperate with Jin Xia." Xia Fan tried to persuade him to stay.
The other party shook his head, "I have another purpose for this trip."
"…what is it?"
"I want to see for myself what is the key to determining the quality of order." Luo Qingqing said calmly, "I used to be able to tell which was better and which was worse, but thanks to you, I have a better understanding of the laws of the world. With many new perspectives, I can also think about some issues that I had never imagined before. It’s just that what you learn on paper is ultimately shallow. Didn’t you also say that practice is the standard for testing all truths.”
Xia Fan smiled bitterly.
The "gifts" she mentioned were probably those ideological education textbooks, which already vaguely touched upon the nature of politics, the role of the people, and the outline of the route Jin Xia would take in the future. He did not put the Dragon Slaying Outline at the beginning, mainly because he was afraid that his views would be too advanced and people would not be able to accept them, which would easily have a negative effect on dissemination.
But there are differences between people.
For example, the woman in front of me has already thought of practicing it herself.
If he had to use some means to force him to stay, it wouldn't be impossible, but Xia Fan didn't want to do that. It was also because of trust that she disclosed everything to him.
He walked to the bookcase, rummaged for a while, and handed two handwritten manuscripts to Luo Qingqing.
"This is… "
"The two new books I wrote before, one is history and the other is alchemy research. You can use them to pass the time on the road."
"Wait, I can understand Alchemy. What is history?" Luo Qingqing showed a little surprise, "I heard from Li that you are simply ignorant of common sense. From history to humanities, you don't know almost anything. Even Jinxia City Wherever she is, she told you on the way to appointment and dismissal."
That guy talks too much too. Xia Fan couldn't help coughing twice, "I'll look at each other after three days apart. It's been more than half a year, can't I make up for my studies?"
"After finishing it, you will immediately write a book to teach others?"
"If you think it's unreliable, you can give it back to me." He stretched out his hand and said.
"No, it's fun to read jokes." Luo gently hid the book behind his back with a smile on his lips. "But this is your handwritten manuscript, right? Is it okay to leave it to me?"
"The first edition of the blackboard has been arranged, but it has not been printed yet."
"Then I'll accept it. Thank you for your gift." She looked quite happy. "By the way, I have something else to say. Please come closer..."
Xia Fan came forward, and then she held his cheek and pulled him forward.
This scene is like the time when Jinxia reunites.
Her gray eyes could no longer reflect anything, but he knew the other person was staring at him.
After a moment, Luo Qingqing let go of his hand. She blinked her eyes and took a breath, "Okay, so I can know what you look like now."
Xia Fan subconsciously touched the side of his face, as if there was still a little residual warmth there.
"...Can't you identify people by their breath?"
"But air is not conducive to imagination. When you think back to certain scenes, all that comes to mind are air masses, so what's the point?"
"Uh... That sounds like it."
"Then I'll take my leave first." Luo waved his hand gently, "Don't worry, I will leave Jinxia later than you, so I can still see you off before you set off."
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Returning to Fengyang Villa, Xia Fan suddenly thought of Li - she was the first person to know his plan, and his itinerary naturally included her, without asking the fox demon himself what he thought. Could she be like Luo Qingqing and actually have her own plans
"Xia Fan, I'm back!"
Just as I was thinking of this, a familiar voice came from outside the house. Li has recently been busy guiding those rabbit monsters to integrate into the worldly life, and he is rarely seen almost every day. It is said that the group of demons trust her very much and regard her as a representative of the demon sect. Thinking of this, Xia Fan's worries were raised a little more.
"Uh... Well, Li, I want to ask you a question."
"Why are you hesitating? Just ask." She took off her coat, flicked her tail, and accurately put the clothes on the hanger.
"Is there anything else you want to do more? Or... you don't actually want to go to the West Pole with me... "
"Is there something wrong with your head?" Li gave him a strange look, "Isn't this a schedule that has been set a long time ago? Do you still want to go alone?"
"Of course not, it's just..."
She suddenly laughed, "I understand, you are afraid that I will leave you alone. Sigh... The feeling of being helpless is too miserable."
"Who would be afraid!" Xia Fan said harshly, "Isn't this how we all get through it-"
"What if I say I'm afraid?" Li tilted his head.
He was suddenly speechless.
"Because I have experienced it before, I don't want to go through it again." Li showed an expression that said, "I can clearly see what you want." "Don't worry, going to the West Pole with you is what I want to do most. Master also said that people should walk more and look outside often, so as not to be trapped by their own limitations and ignore some things that should be taken for granted. The far west is very suitable for these words. "
"Your master does have extraordinary vision."
"Of course, because I helped you from the side."
"Don't talk nonsense-" Xia Fan coughed twice, "Anyway, I'm going to make dinner. It's rare to come back early today."
"Wait a minute, scratch it for me first." Li raised his tail, "It's not too late to eat later."
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