After Being Blackened All Over the Internet, I Ruled the Military Variety Shows-Chapter 153: Being Assistant to Consultant Shen for a Day

Chapter 153: Chapter 153: Being Assistant to Consultant Shen for a Day

Until a phone notification chimed, the inexplicable atmosphere in the car was alleviated.

Jiang Lingxi saw that the voice message was from Tong Yue, probably about work, so she openly played it.

"Xiaoxi, the museum and Yinhe Palace visits have been booked. Tuesday, which is the day after tomorrow, we’ll go to Yinhe Palace first. The appointment is for 9 AM, don’t forget the time, and don’t oversleep. The tourist spot is a bit far from where you live."

"Got it."

After replying and putting down her phone, Jiang Lingxi noticed that Shen Yunqing, who was originally focused on driving, glanced over at her.

"What’s up?"

"Nothing, are you going to visit Yinhe Palace?"

Jiang Lingxi thought his tone was a bit nuanced when he mentioned "visit", but she didn’t overthink it and just nodded vaguely, "Just going for a walk."

"That’s good. Yinhe Palace is well-protected, the most well-preserved royal architectural complex. People from all over come to visit it every day."

Jiang Lingxi couldn’t help but look at him, "So, you’ve been there too?"

She couldn’t quite imagine this man squeezing in line among tourists to see the sights.

"I go often."

"Often?"

Jiang Lingxi wanted to ask, ’Do you just like it there, or is it because you like the history of Dayin that you love Yinhe Palace by extension,’ but then thought, even if you do like it, there’s no need to go often.

It’s a tourist spot, not a place to eat or rest.

Fortunately, Shen Yunqing soon solved her puzzle, "I hold a position there."

"What position?"

"Dayin Historical Research Consultant."

This time, Jiang Lingxi was silent for a few seconds, "It seems you really like the history of Dayin."

To get a consultant position, you must have a deep understanding of Dayin’s history.

Shen Yunqing nodded slightly, though that was just one aspect.

The other aspect, of course, was because it was a place where people close to him used to live, where they often met as sovereign and subject.

"But aren’t you worried about being recognized by tourists when visiting Yinhe Palace?"

"Naturally, I’ll have to disguise myself, and besides, Tuesday is a workday, so there shouldn’t be too many people, right?"

The last word carried a questioning tone, as she herself was not very sure.

At the traffic light, while waiting for the green light, Shen Yunqing fiddled with his phone for a moment, then turned the screen towards Jiang Lingxi, "This is the usual crowd at Yinhe Palace."

Looking at the packed people on the screen, Jiang Lingxi: "..."

She touched her nose.

Shen Yunqing added, "During holidays, it’s even several times more crowded."

Jiang Lingxi: "It’s quite popular with everyone, isn’t it?"

She even doubted whether she would be able to see the scenery or just people!

Wondering if she could retract the voice message she sent to Tong Yue.

"I suggest you go on Monday."

"But my agent said it’s closed on Mondays," Jiang Lingxi paused, recalling what she’d just heard, looked at Shen Yunqing, "If you’re staff there, you should be able to get in on Monday."

"Yes." Shen Yunqing met Jiang Lingxi’s gaze and nodded lightly, "If you want to go, I’ll take you."

"Is it allowed?"

"You can go as an assistant if you don’t mind." Shen Yunqing restarted the car. "Besides, some areas of Yinhe Palace are not open to tourists, only staff can enter for inspection and maintenance. If you go as a tourist, you’ll only see some peripheral spots you could easily find pictures of online."

He wouldn’t abuse this privilege with just anyone.

But the person beside him was different.

In his heart, no one was more qualified to enter Yinhe Palace than her.

Jiang Lingxi was never indecisive, especially after hearing that not all areas of Yinhe Palace were open to tourists. She wanted to see the palace where she once attended morning audiences and studied.

Back then, she left too hurriedly and couldn’t return before closing her eyes, not knowing if the little box she hid in the secret shelf of the Imperial Book Pavilion was ever found by future generations.

Immediately, she smiled and nodded, "Alright then, tomorrow I’ll be Shen Consultant’s assistant for a day, thanks for the trouble." frёewebnoѵel.ƈo๓

Shen Yunqing wasn’t surprised, "My pleasure."

Since they decided to visit tomorrow instead, Jiang Lingxi took out her phone to message Tong Yue about the change.

The reply was six dots followed by, "Enjoy your visit, unless it’s very urgent, I won’t disturb you tomorrow."

To be precise, you both.

Jiang Lingxi: "..." No need to be so cautious.

The car stopped below the apartment buildings.

Jiang Lingxi got out, turned around, and waved at the window next to the driver’s seat.

The tinted window lowered, "Anything you’d like for breakfast?"

Having been fed twice already, and since neither Lu Zhengzheng nor Tong Yue ever came without bringing food, Jiang Lingxi was quite accustomed to it. This time, she unhesitatingly ordered a few dishes.

Shen Yunqing earnestly noted them down, "Okay."

"See you tomorrow."

Only when the lights in Jiang Lingxi’s apartment came on did Shen Yunqing raise the window and drive away.

*

Perhaps because the breakfast she wanted would soon be delivered, Jiang Lingxi unusually woke up early.

When the doorbell rang, she had even changed into the outfit she planned to wear out later.

Looking in the mirror, matching a white shirt with suit pants like the people commuting online, Jiang Lingxi swiftly tied her long hair into a low ponytail and turned around to open the door.

As the door opened, Shen Yunqing looked up with the food box in his hand and paused upon seeing Jiang Lingxi’s attire.

"What, don’t I look like an assistant in this? I saw people online dressing like this."

She had to rummage through almost half the closet to find clothes like these.

After all, these weren’t clothes she usually wore. No, it should be said this was her first time wearing such attire.

The tags were still freshly removed.

"No," Shen Yunqing quickly shook his head, "Actually, it’s fine to dress as you usually do, no need to be so formal on purpose."

Jiang Lingxi stepped aside to let him in, "Since I’m going as your assistant, I shouldn’t give people any reason to talk."

Only then did Shen Yunqing remember that the person in front of him, back when they disguised themselves for inspection and to gather public opinion, had worn common folks’ rough linens for days on end.

That was her, his scrupulous Majesty.

He carried the food box inside, "Miss Jiang, you thought of everything."

"No need to praise for such a small matter," Jiang Lingxi waved her hand, her gaze landing on the food box in his hand, "Let’s eat."

Busy since early morning, she was already hungry.

Besides, possibly because Shen Yunqing’s tastes were similar to hers, the meals he brought always suited her appetite.

Of course, it would be better if he didn’t have any secrets from her.

Shen Yunqing chuckled silently and nodded, quickening the pace of unpacking the food.