Chapter 116 I want to go back

After only three days of operation, Aqige experienced benefits that he never dared to imagine before.

Not to mention news from the thirteen border cities, he could even know news from the capital without leaving his home.

Whose concubine is from Dayu? Whose godson sold his warhorse to someone from Dayu? Or perhaps whose steward and mistress had an affair in the stables...?

And then there's the fact that my sworn brother has taken a fancy to another minister's wife...

It was as if Achig had discovered a new world.

Sure enough, the more people there are, the more news there is.

Although these messages may be true or false, if many people say them, even falsehoods can become truth, right?

Therefore, Achig was completely convinced that Mr. Du had established such a restaurant.

What a clever man! He truly is a strategist; a seemingly insignificant move can yield great benefits.

It was at this time that Shen Huaichen made a request to Aqige.

"I'm going to the Central Plains."

"Is the gentleman going to pay respects?" Achig asked in a low voice.

Shen Huaichen shook his head.

"It's not a memorial service, but I'm going to take a walk around the north before the heavy snow falls."

Once it snows heavily, it won't be easy to do anything.

There are quite a few people from the Central Plains who love money, so you might be able to make some friends with them.

Plan before you act, in preparation for unforeseen circumstances.

Aqige understood what Shen Huaichen meant.

He'll just take a trip to the Central Plains, give some gifts to the officials, and that will definitely come in handy when he's ready to use his skills against the Central Plains later.

Thinking of this, Achig felt a warmth in his heart.

What a wise strategist! What a wise strategist of mine!

If such a good strategist is never coming back...

"Your Highness, please send me a few men!" Shen Huaichen added.

Achig...

"Ideally, they should look like people from the Central Plains. I don't want to be arrested just because of my appearance as soon as I enter the territory of Dayu," Shen Huaichen continued.

Achig thought for a long time but still couldn't decide who to send along.

Since Aqige remained silent, Shen Huaichen had no choice but to express his own thoughts.

"How about this, Your Highness, send someone to help me with my luggage or something."

We blended in with the traveling merchants in Da Yu so we wouldn't be noticed.

In recent years, many merchants have traveled between Chongqing and Beihu, making them easier to spot.

"Alright! Then let's do as you say, sir."

"Is there anything else you need to prepare, sir?" Archie asked quickly.

"Fur, medicinal herbs, gemstones, pearls—these are all things that people in Chongqing like."

"Prepare plenty of pearls and gems; the officials of Dayu love those," Shen Huaichen said.

Upon hearing this, Archie thought, "That's easy! I have plenty of them!"

In less than a day, Achig had prepared the goods for at least three horses.

Rare furs, and medicinal herbs unique to the North.

A box was filled with pearls the size of a thumb, and there were also two whole boxes of gemstones of various colors.

These things dazzled Shen Huaichen.

What a good person! This Achig is such a wonderful person!

I must make sure to give him more promises in the future, otherwise I'll feel bad for all these jewels.

Thinking about all the jewelry he had accumulated, Shen Huaichen gritted his teeth and decided not to bring it along.

If I bring everything along, it would be bad if Achig felt like I was just packing up and running away.

He had worked so hard to build Saharan into what it was, and he didn't want the fruits of his labor to be picked before they were even ripe...

"Thank you for your trust, Your Highness! I will do my utmost." Shen Huaichen quickly bowed to Aqige with his hands clasped.

Achig smiled and waved his hand.

It's just some gold and silver jewelry, right? He has plenty of that!

The most important thing is to have your advisors use these jewels to bribe the officials of Dayu.

Once I have accumulated enough strength and gained control of the north, I will surely march south.

Back then... hehehe!

As for whether his advisor would run away with these things?

He had never even considered this.

Even though many people had previously said to him that Mr. Du's background was suspicious, and that he might be a spy for Da Yu or something.

But Archie had his own ideas.

Are there spies plotting for the enemy?

Were there spies working to develop border towns for the Northern Hu?

Were there spies who devoted themselves to the growth and expansion of the enemy king?

They're all just idiots.

Achig had complete faith in his advisor, Mr. Du.

Of course, before leaving, Shen Huaichen still gave Aqige a few words of advice.

Tell him not to act rashly and not to think about making a quick buck in Chongqing and leaving.

Don't let your concern for others' small plot of land cause you to lose your own base of operations.

Achig agreed to all of them.

It is said that when Shen Huaichen returns, Saha City will definitely still be the same Saha City.

Five days later, Shen Huaichen changed his clothes and, accompanied by one of Aqige's guards and three old horses that could barely walk, arrived.

They strolled out of Sahara City in a merchant caravan.

This time, I'm not going back empty-handed.

When the time comes, we'll put all these jewels in front of Shangguan Jin and see if she still has the nerve to deny that she's the head of the household.

Thinking of this, Shen Huaichen felt a surge of joy.

Is this considered returning home in glory?

Hehe, I guess it counts!

Thinking of this, Shen Huaichen immediately straightened his back.

Having money in your pocket gives you confidence.

Upon seeing this, the guard who was with Shen Huaichen immediately straightened his back.

The prince said that we must protect Mr. Du's safety along the way, and do whatever Mr. Du asks us to do.

Do not question Mr. Du's decision; follow Mr. Du's lead in everything.

And most importantly, if anyone gets in Mr. Du's way, be sure to knock him unconscious and take him back to Sahara City...

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Shangguan Jin, in the capital, was completely unaware that a huge pile of jewels was moving toward her; she was currently so busy that she couldn't rest.

Nothing major happened in the Duke of Dingguo's mansion, but there were still quite a few minor incidents.

Who's having a birthday today? Which family will be posting about their upcoming birthday tomorrow?

Even though he was wearing mourning clothes, he still had to pay his respects.

Furthermore, Chunbuwan's business is getting better and better, and even the siblings Qianli and Hua Wanli are visiting the Duke of Dingguo's mansion more frequently.

After finishing all that, Shangguan Jin still had to think about the Seventh Prince's grand plan to seize the throne.

Although there has been no progress so far.

But in the Seventh Prince's view, no progress was good news. His clever aunt either didn't make a move at all, or when she did, it was sure to be a sure hit.

Shangguan Jin is busy. Today, she is busy arranging for Old Madam Shen to have tea at Chunbuwan.