My Wife is Unbeatable in the Whole World, Touch Me If You Dare!
Chapter 548 - 355: The Phoenix's Support Team

After the return of Phoenix, Li Nuo felt a sense of relief.

Although he didn't have to go to the government office regularly like Lord Father-in-law, there were still plenty of tasks for him to deal with even at home.

While in Zhao Country, his responsibilities were mainly providing ideas and solving difficult issues.

The implementation was perfectly arranged by the Princess.

However, in Daxia, he lacked such an effective assistant, and had to personally oversee everything.

These tasks pertained to the national economy and people's livelihood; realizing them a day earlier meant the people could benefit a day sooner.

A year ago, he just wished to take good care of his own family, and if he could do something for the people in passing, that would be even better.

But now, perhaps influenced by Vast Qi, his way of thinking was unknowingly changing.

Self-cultivation, Take good care of Family, govern the country, bring peace to all.

These nine words are not only the requirements for Confucian Disciples toward themselves but also the cultivation guideline of Confucianism.

From oneself to family, country, and the world, it progresses step by step; as one's status rises and cultivation improves, an invisible force propels them towards achieving these goals.

Li Nuo's family is undoubtedly happy.

And after achieving the condition of "Taking good care of Family," the Vast Qi within him would naturally push him towards the next step, "govern the country."

But in doing so, his time with Jiaren and Anning would naturally lessen.

Phoenix's timely return perfectly solved this concern of Li Nuo.

She is talented and versatile, able to accompany Jiaren to admire flowers, play music for Anning, play with Mumu and Ning'er, and has endless conversations with Yiren. She can wonderfully adjust the home atmosphere; without Phoenix, Yiren could not integrate into Jiaren and Anning's circle.

Watching the four of them laughing and chatting in the pavilion by the lake, Li Nuo returned to his study to continue writing the new version of the medical manual.

Implementing thorough medical reform in Daxia is much more difficult than in Zhao Country.

Currently, although they have used a violent approach to intimidate others and force several Great Families to relinquish some benefits, it is limited to Chang'an.

Outside of Chang'an, it is challenging to enforce the "Medical Law."

The farther from Chang'an, the lesser court's control over officials, where local officials and merchants collude, deceive the top while protecting each other under the shelter of famous families, making it hard for the court's law to be effectively carried out.

As long as the issue with famous families remains unsolved, reforms will never succeed.

Li Nuo wrote for a while when a figure walked in from outside.

Li Nuo put down his pen, stood up, and smiled, "It's been a while."

Phoenix walked up, studying him from head to toe for a moment, and then said, "Half a year since we've met, you seem a bit different from before..."

Li Nuo responded with surprise, "In what way?"

Phoenix shook her head and said, "I can't say exactly, but it just feels different."

Although his physique and appearance have not changed, his aura is different from before.

Previously, she was more attracted to his talents.

But now, he exudes another kind of approachable aura.

Li Nuo guessed it must be because of the Vast Qi.

Possessing Vast Qi, it naturally gives people a sense of approachability.

Phoenix didn't continue the topic; she turned to look outside and asked, "Did you manage things with Yiren?"

Li Nuo replied, "Thanks to you."

After confirming feelings with Yiren, Li Nuo realized that if it weren't for Phoenix, she might have already left Chang'an to return alone to Sanqing Sect, or perhaps wandered around the world.

It was Phoenix who stayed by her side, counseling and comforting her, that gradually changed her mindset.

Phoenix chuckled softly and said, "No need to thank me. Yiren is my friend, and she's so wonderful, I certainly hope she can be happy. By the way, when are you planning to get married?"

Li Nuo said, "I don't know yet, but it might be next year."

Yiren wants an incredibly splendid wedding, which only the Empress can fulfill.

After hearing Li Nuo's explanation, Phoenix remembered something and asked, "I heard from the people of Chang'an about you and the Empress of Zhao Country..."

Li Nuo waved his hand and said, "Nothing of that sort, my relationship with the Empress is just like my relationship with you..."

Phoenix showed a disappointed expression and said, "We've known each other for so long and been through so much, yet in your heart, I'm no different from someone you've known for just a year..."

She crossed her arms, her delicate nose slightly wrinkled, with a hint of mild grievance in her tone.

Li Nuo has known Phoenix for so long, and it's the first time he has seen her show such a youthful demeanor.

He hurriedly explained, "I didn't mean it that way..."

Phoenix's charming face suddenly blossomed into a smile and said, "Just teasing you, don't take it seriously..."

Li Nuo felt a quiet sense of relief in his heart. Phoenix was his stabilizing force; if she also started getting jealous, the entire household would be thrown into chaos.

In the coming period, he might be even busier; Li Nuo looked at Phoenix and asked, "In the next few months, you don't plan on leaving Chang'an, do you?"

Phoenix gave him a surprised look and said, "Probably not, why are you asking, would you miss me if I left?"

After half a year, Li Nuo was unsure whether he had changed, but Phoenix certainly did.

She wouldn't have spoken to him like this before.

Nonetheless, the current Phoenix makes Li Nuo find her quite interesting.

He smiled and said, "Without you, Jiaren and Anning would be very bored, and Yiren keeps mentioning you countless times in your absence..."

Phoenix raised her elegant brows, looking at him with captivating eyes, asking, "Is it only them?"