Chapter 1137: First Volume, Chapter 1137: The Eternal Servant

First Volume, Chapter 1137: The Eternal Servant

Since Qin Xiaofu took over the Tianji Camp and began handling matters on his own, he pushed his wit and cunning to their utmost limits.

He was the exact opposite of the simple, honest Lu Ming.

One handled external affairs, the other internal, complementing each other perfectly and keeping the Tianji Camp running smoothly.

Precisely because of his exceptional ability and Qin Feng's absolute trust, the once inseparable master and servant had been apart for a long time!

Now that they had finally reunited, not only was Qin Xiaofu deeply moved, even Qin Feng was profoundly stirred.

He stepped forward, gripped Qin Xiaofu's shoulders, and lifted him straight off the ground.

First he slapped Qin Xiaofu's shoulders, straightened his wrinkled clothes, then pinched his arms, his face already full of smiles.

"Xiaofu, it's been so long—you've grown a lot."

"Your frame has become sturdier, more like a real man."

"But you still haven't changed your habit of kneeling at the drop of a hat."

Feeling Qin Feng's indulgent gaze, Qin Xiaofu lost all restraint and burst into heart-wrenching sobs.

"Master, since that day we parted, I've missed you day and night."

"Especially when you went to the Northern Di, I feared no one would look after you—I wished I could sprout wings and fly straight to your side."

"In this life, I kneel only to you! I will forever be your personal servant!"

Hearing these heartfelt words of reunion, Qin Feng was also moved to tears.

Had it not been for today being a joyous occasion and Qin Feng being the groom, he would have surely broken down and wept openly.

Qin Feng clutched Qin Xiaofu's increasingly solid shoulders and nodded repeatedly.

"Xiaofu, you've always been by my side—we may be master and servant, but we're more like comrades."

"If you insist on seeing yourself as a servant, I won't stop you."

"But one thing—you must listen to me: from now on, never kneel again!"

"From this day forward, you're not just my confidant—you're my representative."

On his way here, Qin Xiaofu had already heard Qin Feng had been granted a princely title.

Naturally, he was overjoyed—but now, hearing Qin Feng's words, he longed to bang his head on the ground in front of him.

Though he had spent half his life as a servant, he felt no shame, only gratitude.

He often marveled that Old Heaven had been kind to him.

As for Qin Feng's trust, Qin Xiaofu had never doubted it—not when Qin Feng entrusted him with the entire Tianji Camp, a trust enough to make Qin Xiaofu weep with gratitude.

If not for the unshakable belief in his heart that Qin Feng was a master beyond reach,

He would have already rushed forward and hugged Qin Feng tightly.

Qin Xiaofu forced back his emotions and nodded firmly: "Master, rest assured!"

"My life belongs to you—anyone who dares harm you must first step over my corpse."

Qin Feng's smile vanished at these words.

He raised his foot and kicked Qin Xiaofu squarely on the buttocks, scolding: "It's a joyous day—don't speak such ill-omened nonsense!"

"You stay alive and well. When we're old, we'll still sit together and have someone to talk to."

Though publicly kicked, Qin Xiaofu's heart warmed.

It proved he hadn't changed—and neither had his master. The master-servant bond remained.

Qin Feng silently marveled: his life was now perfect.

His parents were enlightened, his beloved reunited, and he had so many good comrades—what more could he ask for?

Afraid he might cry, he dismissed his servants and told them to take Qin Xiaofu to the Back Courtyard for the banquet.

Then he thought again—something was off—and waved them all away.

"Xiaofu, this is your home too—take care of yourself."

"Eat your fill, rest well, then go back and work hard—the Tianji Camp is safe only because you're there."

Qin Xiaofu knew this was a joyous day, not for sorrow—he nodded firmly, wiped the tears from his eyes, and hurried inside with a spring in his step.

The servants present stared at the "high-ranking and powerful" Qin Xiaofu with burning eyes.

To them, Qin Xiaofu was the ultimate goal of their lives.

As a servant, to reach Qin Xiaofu's position meant one's life was complete.

Almost the moment Qin Xiaofu disappeared inside, the usher's voice rang out again.

"County Yamen clerk, Liu Yunxia, presents four hens and three hundred copper coins as gift."

Hearing the gift list, the surrounding servants and maids froze, then broke into mocking smirks.

Four old hens? Three hundred copper coins?

Was Liu Yunxia's head kicked by a donkey? Such a stingy gift—was this a congratulatory present or an insult to Qin Feng?

Remember, every guest today had brought at least Five Hundred Taels.

This random County yamen clerk looked like a beggar by comparison.

But when everyone turned to Qin Feng, they were stunned—he showed no disdain, only delight.

The guests exchanged glances, whispering among themselves.

"What's going on?"

"Earlier guests brought thousands of taels, and the Prince barely reacted—but now he's smiling because of four hens and three hundred copper coins?"

"Come to think of it… how does the Prince know a mere clerk?"

"You're right—I hadn't noticed! A County yamen clerk isn't even a court-appointed official, yet the Prince stands just below the Emperor, above ten thousand."

"How could the Prince possibly know such a lowly man?"

Just as everyone was puzzling over it, Qin Feng actually took the initiative to walk to the door, peered outside twice, and, seeing that Liu Yunxia hadn't come, was somewhat disappointed.

The crowd found it even more incomprehensible.

A bolder servant ventured a tentative question: "Your Highness, does this Liu Yunxia perhaps have some background?"

Since he had nothing better to do anyway, Qin Feng casually explained: "Just an ordinary peasant girl from Ming County."

Hearing this, the servant immediately broke into a mischievous grin: "She wouldn't happen to be Your Highness's confidante, would she?"

Qin Feng reached out and smacked the servant right on the forehead, making the fellow wince in pain.

Qin Feng said irritably: "What nonsense are you spouting!"

"This King is in a good mood today and can't be bothered to argue with you, but if you keep guessing wildly, watch out for house-law punishment!"

The reason Qin Feng reacted so strongly was precisely because two of his three wives were already pregnant.

If it caused them to unsettle the baby, even flaying that talkative servant alive wouldn't be enough to vent his anger!

Still, to prevent them from wild speculation, Qin Feng added one more remark.

"This King passed through Ming County and saved the Sisters' lives; this act is probably a debt of gratitude repaid."

Only then did the servants present suddenly see the light.