Chapter 109 Showing Support

Soon, it wasn't just the Crown Prince who learned that the soon-to-open Chunbuwan Teahouse had quite a background.

Even the King of Qin found out.

The King of Qin looked at the servant who had come to deliver the message with a somewhat speechless expression.

"Did Eunuch Wu really go to your place personally to give the instructions? To protect the safety of that Chunbuwan Teahouse?"

"Your Highness, it is absolutely true."

"I thought to myself, Lord Wu usually only serves the Emperor, so this sudden instruction must be the Emperor's doing," the commander of the Five Cities Garrison said solemnly.

The King of Qin nodded.

That's right, who else but the Emperor could command that old eunuch Wu Youde?

"Since it is Father Emperor's will, you should know what to do."

Tell those who want to cause trouble that he is my own brother.

He rarely shows this interest, so we must take good care of him.

"Keep your eyes peeled," the King of Qin said calmly.

The commander of the military corps quickly agreed.

After everyone left, the King of Qin gently tapped the table.

Two beautiful women immediately came out.

Some people massaged the legs, others massaged the shoulders.

After enjoying the moment with his eyes closed, the King of Qin suddenly stood up.

After passing through two long corridors, the King of Qin went straight to the Queen's courtyard.

"Your Highness's attendant just said that you were staying in the front courtyard tonight?" Princess Qin was a little surprised to see the Prince of Qin arrive.

But she immediately got up and personally poured tea for the King of Qin.

The King of Qin liked this about his Queen Consort.

Whenever he comes, he does everything himself.

Unlike when I went to my mother's place, where all the chores were done by palace maids.

"Your Highness, you haven't rested yet? What are you looking at?" the King of Qin asked with a smile.

Princess Qin smiled and quickly pointed to the account books on the table.

"Let me take a look at the accounts. The expenses of the Prince's mansion have been quite high these past two months. I'd like to see if there's any way to reduce or exempt some of them."

The King of Qin took the Queen's hand and pulled her to sit down beside him.

Since the Crown Prince took over the Ministry of Revenue, the Prince's income seems to have decreased.

But it doesn't matter, he has a lot of private funds at his disposal.

"I'll have someone send some silver notes in tomorrow, so don't worry about it," the King of Qin said with a smile.

The Queen Consort of Qin smiled shyly before looking at the King of Qin.

"Does Your Highness have something to say to me?"

The King of Qin nodded, and then told the Queen Consort about what had just happened.

"Tell me, what does Father mean by this?"

Why send Wu Youde to give him a warning? Is he using this opportunity to try and get his eye on the position of Commander of the Military Command again?

Princess Qin was taken aback at first, then smiled.

"Your Highness, I reckon you're probably overthinking it."

My father certainly didn't mean to take action against the Five Cities Garrison.

It should be...

Your Highness, to put it more clearly, Father Emperor probably wants you to take care of the Seventh Prince.

That teahouse is said to have capital from both the Duke of Dingguo's family and the Seventh Prince.

Since the Emperor went to the trouble of sending people to reprimand his subordinates, it must be because he wanted to support the Seventh Prince and his group.

Actually... Your Highness should just treat your father as an ordinary father in this matter.

When the youngest son starts his own business, what father wouldn't want to support him from behind?

This youngest son has a successful older brother, so shouldn't the older brother also put on a show of support?

Your Highness, actually, this is also a hint from Father.

"I wish Your Highness would look after the Seventh Prince," Princess Qin explained with a smile.

After the Queen Consort of Qin explained it to him, the King of Qin's expression relaxed.

That seems to be the idea...

"Then, according to the Princess's wishes..."

"Your Highness, this is a family matter. You don't need to discuss it with your advisors."

Since it's a family matter, then it's my business.

When a teahouse opens, it needs customers; the people who come on the first day can tell you the business's confidence.

Since that's the case, I'll help boost the popularity here.

Your Highness, rest assured, I will send invitations to all the families we are on good terms with tomorrow, asking them to come and support us on the opening day.

"Since we have the prince's resources, the scene won't be bad," Princess Qin said with a smile.

The King of Qin nodded, agreeing that it was indeed most appropriate for the Queen Consort to handle this matter.

"Father...you really dote on Xiaoqi! You even take such a small thing to heart," the King of Qin suddenly said.

Princess Qin knew that the King of Qin was feeling a little jealous again.

"Your Highness, you can't think about it that way."

How could the emperor's requirements be the same as those of an ordinary father?

Would an emperor allow his children to engage in commerce?

His Highness's heart is filled with the entire Great Yu.

"As for such a trivial matter, Your Highness should not take it to heart," Princess Qin whispered a reminder.

The King of Qin suddenly understood.

Yes, what good are these superficial favors?

Since Xiaoqi likes to get involved in these things, then let her get involved, as long as she doesn't get involved in matters concerning that position.

Thinking of this, the King of Qin added another sentence.

"You should go with us that day and see what's different about that teahouse."

If the teahouse can't stay afloat, you can consult with the Duchess of Dingguo; perhaps they can open a restaurant someday.

"Yes, Your Majesty, I understand!"

......

Similarly, in the Crown Prince's residence, the Crown Prince was also discussing this matter with the Crown Princess.

"Xiao Qi is really something, why is a prince getting involved in these things?"

The Emperor even specifically sent Wu Youde to speak with the Merchant Guild. The Crown Prince also complained softly.

The Crown Princess personally served the Crown Prince a cup of tea before sitting down beside him.

"Since it is Father Emperor's will, then we shall do as Father Emperor wishes."

Whatever the Seventh Prince likes, then let the Seventh Prince do it.

It's said that the Seventh Prince has some capital involved, and I estimate that it's probably the Duke of Dingguo's capital involved.

When I went to see the Empress Dowager yesterday, she also mentioned this matter.

It's said that the Duke of Dingguo's mansion isn't easy to manage, so having some income is good.

I have already made arrangements with my family and I will go to support them that day.

The Emperor must be pleased to see that His Highness takes this matter so seriously.

"From now on, Dayu belongs to Your Highness. What's wrong with Your Highness taking care of your younger brother?" the Crown Princess said with a smile.

The crown prince pursed his lips, thought for a moment, and then nodded.

"My cousin is so thoughtful."

Since Father wants me to take care of Xiao Qi, then I will.

However, the Emperor's favoritism towards Xiao Qi is a bit too much.

Scholars, farmers, artisans, and merchants—one by one, these dignified princes…” The Crown Prince sighed.

The Crown Princess dared not say anything more.

Otherwise, how could there be favoritism? Would they depose you and install the seventh prince instead? Is that truly favoritism?

She was really tired. Why was the Crown Prince becoming more and more petty?

Father has already given so much, and yet...

"Your Highness, please rest! I will take care of these household matters," the Crown Princess said softly.

The Crown Prince nodded and, with the help of his Crown Princess, entered the inner room.