Chapter 213 Unsatisfactory Skills
Manager Wu quickly handed him the signed contract, saying, "Eunuch Wan."
Eunuch Wan took the contract and looked at it. "I suppose I don't need to tell you what to do next?"
Manager Wu quickly replied, "Don't worry, sir, I will immediately arrange for people to get involved in the construction of the villa. I will ensure that every part of the villa, like the Painted Corner Tower, is under my control."
Eunuch Wan nodded: "His Majesty said that it would be best to develop the Hot Spring Resort into a second Huajiaolou."
Manager Wu understood: "I understand. Your Majesty, please rest assured that the Neighboring Corner Manor offers a wide variety of entertainment options with elegant tastes, and it will definitely become a holy place that the upper class and dignitaries will flock to."
"Hopefully things will turn out as that little girl said, otherwise..." Eunuch Wan gave Steward Wu a meaningful look.
Manager Wu quickly smiled apologetically, "Don't worry, sir. I think that young girl is quite capable; she doesn't seem like the type to make things up. Besides, the Qiao family businesses under her management are all very profitable. I imagine she has thought things through carefully when it comes to managing the manor."
Eunuch Wan agreed, saying, "If His Majesty hadn't inquired about these things beforehand, he wouldn't have agreed to this cooperation."
The main reason was that the little girl named Wei Jia was too unexpected; when she approached them, she gave them a reason they couldn't refuse.
What was the purpose of the painted corner tower?
Gather intelligence.
However, not everyone enjoys listening to opera.
The hot spring resort can be transformed into a place that everyone loves and longs for!
Although Wei Jia didn't know what the Corner Tower was for, her idea was hard not to be excited about.
Moreover, putting all that aside, the estimated annual income of the resort alone is enough to make people's mouths water.
Others may not know, but these people are very clear that the Emperor has been accumulating wealth in the national treasury and private coffers over the years, clearly with grand ambitions.
As for what the grand scheme is?
Without a doubt, it will be about subjugating the surrounding small countries.
Everything else is manageable, but the Western Barbarians have been harassing the border for years and have become a major threat. It seems that His Majesty is considering taking military action against the Western Barbarians.
However, to repel external threats, one must first secure internal stability.
Wei Jia's ideas for the hot spring resort perfectly resonated with the Emperor. It would be strange if the Emperor refused to cooperate, as it would allow him to both monitor the powerful and accumulate wealth.
Moreover, Wei Jia proposed that 10% of the 40% income from the hot spring resort belonging to the Min Qiao family should be donated to the imperial court free of charge each year.
In other words, the income of the villa was actually split 30/70, with Emperor Xiaozhao taking 70% and Lady Min Qiao taking only 30%.
Wow, this young lady is truly remarkable! She's won the Emperor's favor.
Otherwise, how could a mere Lady Min Qiao be compared to the Crown Prince in the Emperor's heart?
In short, the cooperation regarding the hot spring resort is a win-win situation for all parties.
However, some people were not happy about it.
For example, the Crown Prince, and the Wu family.
In the imperial study, Emperor Xiaozhao warned the Crown Prince: "Min Qiao's hot spring estate will now belong to the Huajiaolou Banner, so you should stop interfering."
The Crown Prince clenched his fist secretly, but replied calmly, "Yes. Your subject obeys."
Emperor Xiaozhao glanced at the Crown Prince indifferently and advised, "I know what you're planning by indulging the Wu family and the Crown Princess, but you should also be careful to maintain a proper balance, lest you suffer more losses than gains."
The Crown Prince nodded respectfully: "Your subject understands. Please rest assured, Father."
Emperor Xiaozhao shook his head. "Go." Clearly, the Crown Prince hadn't taken his words to heart.
Previously, he had witnessed the Crown Prince making the Empress and Xiao Qi cry because of the Crown Princess, but he did nothing about it.
In his view, his wife and daughter were ultimately less important than the crown prince, the heir apparent.
Moreover, he also had the intention of taking this opportunity to test the Crown Prince.
However, unexpectedly, the Crown Prince seemed to have had it too easy, always putting himself first and completely ignoring everything else.
He was a little disappointed.
So, perhaps it's not such a bad thing to let Xiaoqi cause him some trouble.
Emperor Xiaozhao watched the Crown Prince's departing figure, his feelings a mixture of emotions.
As Crown Prince Li Chengjun left the imperial study, his submissive expression was instantly replaced by anger.
The Marquis of Xuanping's mansion, Min Rong, and Min Qiaoshi, are truly outstanding!
They actually climbed up the line to the corner tower without anyone noticing!
The Wu family can no longer covet that estate.
He still needs to come up with a way to appease the Crown Princess.
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The Crown Princess failed to secure the hot spring resort and was severely reprimanded by her family. In retaliation, she had a major argument with the Crown Prince.
Min Qiaoshi was naturally unaware of these matters.
All she knew was that Wei Jia had lived up to expectations and completely resolved the troubles at the hot spring resort.
Because of this, she directly asked for the hot spring resort to be given to Weijia.
Wei Jia immediately covered her mouth and laughed, jokingly saying, "Madam, you've given me the hot spring estate, so how am I supposed to continue building it?"
"I don't have that much money to throw in!"
"Although Huajiaolou has invested in the hot spring resort, they are just nominal investors and don't contribute a single penny."
"The subsequent investment will still have to be covered by Madam Tai!"
Min Qiao hesitated for a moment, then said, "Alright. I'll give it to you when I make money later."
Seeing that Wei Jia only smiled and remained silent, Madam Min Qiao changed the subject and told Wei Jia about her idea of moving away from the Marquis's mansion and choosing another place to live.
"What do you think of my idea?" Madam Min looked at Wei Jia expectantly.
Wei Jia thought about it seriously, but finally shook her head. "The Grand Madam is the Grand Madam of the Xuanping Marquis's Mansion. If you leave the Marquis's Mansion, the weight of your status will be greatly reduced."
Madam Min frowned slightly. "That's true. No matter what the reason for moving out, people will say that Min Rong is unfilial and can't tolerate me."
“They will also say that I am unpopular and have been kicked out.”
"Without the protection of the Marquis of Xuanping's name, the days ahead may be very difficult."
However, Madam Min quickly waved her hand dismissively, "Who cares? I don't care what outsiders say anyway."
"Besides, as long as you have money to spend, how bad can life get?"
"I'm afraid I'd be happier if I left this awful place!"
Hearing this, Wei Jia stopped objecting. "What the Grand Madam says is true. As long as the Grand Madam is happy, leave the matter of moving out of the Marquis's mansion to me."
Madam Min smiled and nodded: "I trust you to handle things."
"Don't be in such a hurry. Even if I want to move, I'll wait until next year."
"Su Rongrong is getting married soon. By the time she gets married, the weather should be getting cold."
"Let's wait until next spring when the weather is warmer before moving."
"This will give you more time to prepare for the new house."
Wei Jia smiled and agreed, then started talking about Qiao Yuanyao.
"The Seventh Princess has sent people twice, saying she wants to bring Miss Biao into the palace."
"Madam has been trying to stop us, but does she see something wrong with it?"
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