Chapter 269
Even though they didn't understand at first, with Yan Shujin's repeated reminders, the Luo brothers came to their senses, and after understanding, they became even more hesitant and struggled.
Just as Yan Shujin said, only Luo Zhengyao could make the decision on this matter; no one else could participate. So, after Luo Zhenghui went back, he didn't try to persuade her.
Luo Zhengyao asked, "Does Princess Yongfu have a prejudice against aristocratic families?"
Luo Zhenghui repeated Yan Shujin's words: "Actually, I think it's the aristocratic families that are prejudiced against Princess Yongfu. It seems like we're the ones who approach her first every time."
Luo Zhengyao's face was gloomy, and he remained silent for a long time.
Luo Zhenghui and Luo Zhengyao didn't have a good relationship before, but after maturing, he felt that those disputes were really meaningless. It seemed that seeing more people broadened his mind: "But this is something no one could have predicted."
After hesitating for a long time, Luo Zhengyao asked, "Do you think the princess really doesn't want me to go? Or is she using reverse psychology?"
Luo Zhenghui thought for a moment and said, "It seems I didn't mean to provoke you. After all... just like Princess Yongfu said, she's not without capable people."
This was already a euphemistic way of putting it. The entire Fuzhou belonged to Princess Yongfu. If she really wanted to select a few people, there was no way she wouldn't be able to choose. The reason she thought of Luo Zhengyao was probably because Mr. Du mentioned him to Yan Shujin, and Princess Yongfu gave Mr. Du face. However, Princess Yongfu didn't think much of Luo Zhengyao.
Luo Zhenghui felt that his cousin had also sensed it, and it was precisely because he sensed it that he asked an extra question at this moment, hoping to save face.
But these things are hard to say.
Luo Zhengyao suddenly said, "I don't want to continue living such a mediocre life."
Luo Zhenghui didn't know what to say.
Luo Zhengyao gritted his teeth and said, "I want to give it a try."
Luo Zhenghui quickly said, "Have you thought this through? This is very dangerous, and you might not end up with anything good. Besides... your elders at home probably won't agree."
Luo Zhengyao gritted his teeth and said, "Don't you want to change?"
Luo Zhenghui looked at his cousin with some surprise.
Luo Zhengyao reached out and rubbed his face, saying, "I... I don't want to be the one sacrificed anymore. And just like the princess said, even if we don't have some things, it just means we'll buy a few less antiques and paintings, but those people will die."
Luo Zhenghui stared wide-eyed at Luo Zhengyao and couldn't help but say, "Haven't you always wanted to go against the princess?"
"I... I guess I'm going against her wishes!" Luo Zhengyao quickly said, "She didn't want me to go, but I insisted on going anyway!"
Luo Zhenghui's expression was somewhat distorted as he looked at Luo Zhengyao's somewhat uneasy but unwavering expression. He realized that all of Luo Zhengyao's words were just an excuse. He actually wanted to do something, even though it was a risky matter. If he succeeded, he would benefit both the court and Princess Yongfu, and Luo Zhengyao's future would also be bright.
Luo Zhengyao paused for a moment and then said, "Don't tell your family."
Luo Zhenghui frowned and said, "You know this is impossible."
Luo Zhengyao lowered his head and thought for a while before saying, "Then I'll tell my family when I get there."
Luo Zhenghui had a plan in mind, but he didn't reveal it at all, saying, "Princess Yongfu hasn't agreed yet."
"I want to see Princess Yongfu." Once Luo Zhengyao made up his mind, he said without hesitation, "I will persuade Princess Yongfu."
Upon hearing this, Luo Zhenghui said, "Alright, I'll go hide first."
After all, Yan Shujin had arranged something for him. Even if it started tomorrow, he could go and familiarize himself with it first. He had been to the Tibetan temple before, but he used to go there to look for books and occasionally discuss things with people. This time, he wanted to learn more about it. Although he didn't know exactly what he was going to do, it was always good to learn more.
Luo Zhengyao was still thinking about how to persuade Yan Shujin, so he didn't say much: "I'll have someone send you lunch."
"OK."
Inside the princess's residence, Yan Shujin was sitting on a blanket, ostensibly playing with the child, but more so watching her play. She carefully handed her things, afraid of getting too close and scaring her daughter into crying.
I don't know who my daughter takes after, she's been born exceptionally spoiled.
Mr. Du, who was also sitting nearby, said, "Are you planning to send Luo Zhenghui to Nanzhong?"
Since Luo Zhenghui was to participate in the Tibetan affairs with Mr. Cheng, and since the Tibetan affairs in Nanzhong were also to be built, someone needed to be arranged to go there, so that everything would not have to be figured out from scratch.
Yan Shujin said, "Nanyue."
In fact, whether it was South China or South Vietnam, Yan Shujin's actions needed to be kept secret. Actually, Mr. Du wanted to advise Yan Shujin to find someone else.
Mr. Du frowned and asked, "What does the princess think? Does she intend to win over the Luo family?"
“The Luo family has always had a tendency to side with us,” Yan Shujin said. “Even if they don’t completely side with us, they’re still betting half of their money on me.”
Mr. Du nodded.
Yan Shujin smiled and said, "Since that's the case, why should I push him out? I'd rather value him more, so that the Luo family will place more bets on me. Besides... since the Luo family's direct descendants are involved in these matters, unless they want to put righteousness before family, they won't dare to say anything even if they want to get off the ship."
“What if they directly… no.” Mr. Du realized his mistake and laughed, saying, “It’s just a hiding place, it’s not much of a handle. Even if the Cheng family reports it, it won’t cause any loss to the princess.”
Yan Shujin moved closer to her daughter. Huan Jie glanced at Yan Shujin but didn't refuse. Instead, she grabbed the doll from her hand and started playing with it. "It's like this," she said, "and when the court holds me accountable, I can directly shift the blame to the court. What do you think the local people will think?"
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