After Guo Shao said that he had someone in his heart, Zhou Xian asked calmly: How did General Guo ask Madam Chen to arrange tonight's event
This sentence immediately alerted Guo Shao. He had many women at home. Although he would not participate in their games, he also paid attention to them and had some understanding of them. Women's minds and hearts were smaller than men's. They would remember the smallest things in their hearts. There would be no big conflicts without small conflicts. Guo Shao still hoped that they could live in harmony so as not to affect their mood in life.
Zhou Xian's behavior made Guo Shao guess that Madam Chen had framed Zhou Xian and wanted to use this stunning cousin to repay her kindness.
Mrs. Chen was Guo Shao's good friend, and they had a very good relationship. Guo Shao didn't want to make things difficult for Mrs. Chen, and Mrs. Chen had good intentions. Besides, Guo Shao only said that he didn't want to forcibly keep Zhou Xian in Tokyo, but didn't say that he didn't want to get close to Zhou Xian. If she really wanted to have an affair, Guo Shao would be more than happy.
The so-called unwillingness to force really meant that they did not want to hurt her; a beauty like Zhou Ehuang who was favored by the Creator should be protected, otherwise it would be such a pity and heartbreaking.
I asked Madam Chen to arrange all this. I just used threats and bribes to make him agree immediately. Also, I only covet your beauty and will not force you to stay, so you can rest assured.
Zhou Xian did not dislike Guo Shao at first. The first time he met him visiting Chen Jiali's house, he had the impression that he was a true hero. The way he treated that disheveled warrior was not something that an ordinary person in a high position could do.
He was quite afraid of him at the beginning of today, but now he is not so panicked, because Guo Shao does not look dangerous and is polite, not like a bad guy. Zhou Xian's vigilance gradually relaxed.
She was no longer so panicked. She noticed Guo Shao's appearance and felt that he was a dignified man, not as fierce as she had imagined. He was a tall and strong man with a bronze skin from the sun. He looked like a man who had endured hardships for many years. He was completely different from Li Yu and the noble men of the Southern Tang Dynasty. There was no similarity between them.
But under his bronze skin, he was actually very clean, with his collar lined with spotless white silk. He was tall and strong, looking very powerful, but he didn't put too much pressure on people, but was kind and gentle.
Now Zhou Xian not only does not dislike Guo Shao, but she actually has a little good impression of him, but it is just a good impression, the same good impression she has of many people she likes.
When Zhou Xian heard Guo Shao's threats and inducements, which sounded like he was about to pat his chest, he immediately didn't believe it, because his words and tone were contradictory. He felt that he was taking the responsibility for Chen Jiali. After Chen Jiali's first lie was seen through by Zhou Xian, he was suspected of immediately shifting the blame to Guo Shao.
He is truly a responsible man.
But Zhou Xian did not want to expose Guo Shao. She relaxed and asked: "General Guo did not intend to kill my husband."
Guo Shao said: I have no grudge against him, why would I want to kill him? If it was for the beauty, I would destroy the Southern Tang Kingdom first, and then openly take the beauty as a trophy.
Zhou Xian's heart trembled when she heard this, and the pressure of the force made her feel suffocated for a short time.
She pursed her red lips and said softly: Then why did General Guo arrange Chen Jiali to force me to serve you
Guo Shao seemed to be stumped by the question, and there was embarrassment in his eyes. After a moment, he said seriously: It's not forced, I just ordered Chen Jiali to arrange it. I have admired Madam's appearance for a long time, so naturally I have a desire to get close to her. I just want to make friends with her and see this stunning beauty.
Zhou Xian has heard too many compliments and sweet words, but Guo Shao's words are plain, but when he compliments people, people feel extra happy. She feels respected.
General Guo is really willing to let me go, Zhou Xian asked hurriedly.
Guo Shaodao: I don’t want to go against my wife’s wishes.
Even if we didn't do anything, others would think we had done something shady. Zhou Xiandao.
Guo Shao pondered and said: It doesn’t matter what others think.
Zhou Xian had not slept well for many days because she was worried that the powerful Zhou Dynasty officials would harm Li Yu. She finally made up her mind to prioritize her husband's life over her own humiliation. Zhou Xian knew the importance of both. She hoped that she could endure the pain in exchange for Li Yu's safety and success.
She weighed the pros and cons for a long time before making up her mind, and considered the consequences of Guo Shao forcibly taking her into Guo's house, and thought of many ways. Unexpectedly, when they met, she found that none of her methods were applicable, and what she considered was not in line with the actual situation at all.
She relaxed even more, finally she hadn't done anything to let her husband down. Only then did she realize that she was wearing revealing clothes, and she was in front of a strange man like this, but she had no clothes to cover it, so she pulled at her clothes to hide her breasts, but the clothes she wore tonight were too few to cover them, so she had to cover them with her hands.
But Guo Shao's eyes widened, and Zhou Xian immediately realized that he seemed to be touching his chest with both hands. His face suddenly flushed and he quickly took his hands away.
Since General Guo was kind to women and was unwilling to force me to dress in disarray, it was already getting late so Zhou Xian mustered up the courage to see the guest off.
Guo Shao seemed reluctant to leave. He looked at Zhou Xian a few more times to feast his eyes. Then he said helplessly with disappointment: "Then I'll take my leave. I will miss talking with my wife. I hope to see you later."
Zhou Xian let out a long sigh and confirmed again: General Guo will not send my husband back to the country and hand him over to Li Hongji.
I am just a military commander, and I don't have much to do with the court's politics and diplomacy. Guo Shaodao said, the court will consider the interests of the Great Zhou and make wise decisions; but it should not harm your husband. These state affairs have nothing to do with the lady, you don't have to worry.
Zhou Xian said: General Guo, do you think that the Great Zhou would accept Li Hongji's offer for one million taels of silver
Guo Shao pondered and said, I haven't asked about the affairs of the Southern Tang Kingdom recently. I will ask about it when I meet the Queen Mother another day.
Zhou Xian's relaxed mood became worried again. If the Great Zhou sent Li Yu back to the country, how different would it be from killing him? She hurriedly asked: "General Guo is the Queen Mother's right-hand man. Isn't it up to you to decide what to do?"
Guo Shao looked embarrassed and said: To be honest, I think the court is too busy with the current difficulties and will not interfere too much in the internal affairs of Southern Tang. Li Hongji is the king of the country. If you really want to give a million strings of money, I am afraid that one million strings of money is not a small amount, and it can barely start a large-scale war; and your husband will be the king of the country for a long time, and the promised conditions are just a pie in the sky for Da Zhou.
Zhou Xian's face gradually turned pale, and he asked in a trembling voice: "General Guo, can you help me?"
Guo Shaodao: Madam is Chen Jiali's cousin. I am happy to provide convenience in Tokyo. But this is a matter of military affairs. As a general of the Great Zhou, I cannot sell out the interests of my country for personal relationships. I hope Madam will understand.
Whatever Chen Jiali said about the political schemes, it didn't have much of a deterrent effect on Zhou Xian; but Guo Shao was different. Although what he said sounded plain, it made people take it seriously. Zhou Xian knew that the court was weak and the ministers were strong. Guo Shao's current status and connections could completely influence the national policy of the Great Zhou.
Zhou Xian's heart suddenly felt like it had fallen into an ice cave. She seemed to see Li Yu's desperate, disappointed and sad expression. Perhaps Zhou Xian really underestimated Li Hongji. He was very thoughtful when sending people to negotiate with the Zhou Dynasty.
General Guo Zhou Xian's expression froze, he bit his red lips and said, "How much do you think I am worth? Is it worth one million guan?"
Guo Shao's face also changed. "Madam, don't worry. I don't know the situation very well now. It can't be decided with just one or two words here."
Zhou Xiandao: You have seen me naked, and others think I have lost my moral integrity. I want a clear answer.
"Madam, what do you mean?" Guo Shao frowned and asked.
Zhou Xian turned his face away and said coldly: I will serve General Guo for one night, which is worth one million strings of cash. Please help my husband get through this difficult time.
Guo Shao pondered for a long time.
Zhou Xian asked again, "Am I not worth one million guan?"
Guo Shao waved his hand: "That's not what I meant. Madam is a priceless treasure. But I am making a fool of state affairs just for my own lust. It seems wrong."
Zhou Xian thought to himself, he was right. If it was just for sex, he could just use force without paying any price. Guo Shao restrained his desire because he respected himself.
I am really like a fish on the chopping board, and I don't even have the capital to bargain.
"General Guo, if my wife and I are sent back to China, I will suffer a miserable fate. Li Hongji will not let me go," Zhou Xian said pitifully, almost in tears. "I can only die to show my determination."
Guo Shao showed pity on his face, and his expression was wavering.
Zhou Xian moved her seat and sat next to Guo Shao. She immediately smelled a very faint scent that made her body go limp. General Guo was a hero, but didn't he have any compassion for women
Guo Shao's whole body was tense. He sat there straight and looked very nervous.
After a long while, he finally nodded vigorously and said happily: "Okay, even if it's a deal, I really can't help it. Since I have won the favor of the lady, I will do my best to influence the national policy this time as a reward."
He stretched out his hand after he said that, but his palm was trembling, and he didn't know where to touch Zhou Xian in mid-air.
Zhou Xian made up his mind, raised his head and closed his eyes. Suddenly, his heart ached and tears fell from the corners of his eyes. He choked and said: There are two conditions. You only need to lift my skirt and you can't touch other parts of my body. You can't tell anyone and you can't force me to stay in Tokyo.
Guo Shao said simply: Okay.
Zhou Xian thought to himself, just treat it as a nightmare, just treat it as torture, just grit your teeth and endure it and it will pass. After all, it won't take more than half an incense stick of time.