Another day
Early in the morning, Chen Yuwei got up on time to wash and dress, and then called her personal servant to invite Wuyunzhu, who was temporarily staying in the garden, over.
"It's not in a hurry. Have Wuyunzhu come over when she has time. I won't be going out today."
"Yes, I understand."
The brief conversation took place between the master and servant. Chen Yuwei waved her hand, leaving herself alone.
Beside me was tea brewed by the palace servants; just pick it up and it would quench my thirst.
She was calculating when Xingkui would return, and then she thought of Wuyunzhu.
Wu Yunzhu is a very successful young woman, and she is also quite decisive and efficient.
Together with the prince consort, the two have successfully gotten involved in major businesses throughout the capital and beyond over the years.
Even though the emperor's help was not uncommon, he could not appear in public because of his status and could only support them in secret.
Even so, Wuyunzhu and the prince consort still made a fortune through their skills.
Not only did the two forcefully penetrate the entire business circle of Beijing, but even some well-known business tycoons were subdued by their economic theories and all turned their cars around to submit to them.
These were the words Wuyunzhu uttered when she entered the palace, and they had a rather arrogant tone.
At least Chen Yuwei felt that it was very high-profile. It wouldn't be a big problem while the emperor was alive, but once the emperor passed away, the new emperor would definitely deal with them if there was any conflict.
It's a walking money bag; who wouldn't want to grab a handful?
No wonder Heshen, the corrupt official who once held immense power in the court, fell to Emperor Jiaqing; he had made too much money.
It is said that when Emperor Jiaqing ordered the confiscation of Heshen's property, the treasures in his home were more than the national treasury at the time.
Of course, this sounds a bit exaggerated, but it's not hard to tell from it that the Qing Dynasty was facing financial difficulties.
In fact, from the middle and later period of Qianlong's reign, the Qing Dynasty was in a state of decline.
It's just that, given its status as a major agricultural country, it's not so obvious.
It wasn't until later, when the country was invaded and partitioned by other countries, and the Qing Dynasty's rule came to a complete end, that people realized that imperial society was no longer suitable for this land.
However, it's too early to talk about these things now; it seems like nothing is going to happen yet.
After drinking a cup of tea intermittently to calm her mind, Chen Yuwei sat upright at the octagonal table, looking out of the hall, with palace maids constantly fanning her beside her.
About half an hour later, Wu Yunzhu appeared in front of Chen Yuwei with a soft laugh.
Mother
The girl obediently circled around Chen Yuwei, while Wu Yunzhu cupped her cheeks with a grin, looking exceptionally playful and adorable.
Chen Yuwei pointed at the dark cloud pearl, "What makes you so happy?"
Wu Yunzhu shook her head and said, "There are only a few things that can make my daughter happy."
Chen Yuwei raised an eyebrow, "How much did you earn? Tomorrow is your Emperor's birthday banquet."
Wu Yunzhu held up her hand to count, "I have already sent the things to Father Emperor. For tomorrow's grand banquet, I have prepared a framed longevity painting."
The character for "longevity" was written by 10,000 healthy people over the age of 60.
Wu Yunzhu has been busy since the beginning of the year preparing this heartfelt gift.
It's only just been resolved now; we were rushing to finish it, but thankfully it's not too late.
Wu Yunzhu remarked to Chen Yuwei how difficult it was to make this gift.
There weren't enough qualified people in the capital, so Wu Yunzhu quickly arranged for his subordinates to go to wealthy areas, especially in the Jiangnan region.
Fortunately, her two elder sisters, He Zhuo and Fu Ling'a, lent a lot of help; otherwise, she would have had to prepare a Thousand Longevity Painting instead of a Hundred Longevity Painting, just like everyone else.
Putting aside the issue of the reduced quantity affecting the sentiment, even if I were to express it verbally, it wouldn't convey even a fraction of my blessings for Father Emperor.
Wuyunzhu felt that it would be best for the Emperor to live a long and healthy life before a new emperor was chosen.
This would not only prevent the brothers from fighting each other, but also protect her so she could continue to make a lot of money for several more years, giving her the confidence to win over those court officials.
Although the opportunists in the court are quite annoying, it's still necessary to win them over.
Otherwise, if trouble arises in the court one day and no one speaks up for them, they will be at the mercy of others.
Wuyunzhu cherishes her current life, or rather, she cares about these days of enjoying herself and making money. As for how to arrange things after the new emperor takes the throne, isn't there still a possibility that her own family members will take the throne? She has to believe in her mother's abilities.
Chen Yuwei: ...
Chen Yuwei sighed, "The reason I called you here today is related to this matter."
Tomorrow is the grand banquet, and in theory there should be nothing to worry about, but Consort Ling chose a good time to make her move.
Chen Yuwei decided to play along, knowing she would have to suffer some hardship first.
Fearing that the children might not know the danger and jump into the pit as soon as they saw it.
Chen Yuwei explained to Wu Yunzhu in a low voice, and told her not to panic no matter what she saw tomorrow, as she had a way to deal with it.
Wu Yunzhu: ...Hmm?
"Mother, are you implying that something will happen at Father's birthday banquet tomorrow?"
Wu Yunzhu wasn't sure, but her mother's speaking style was clearly off.
"It is a small matter, but it's nothing serious," because in the end, the one who will suffer will be the culprit, Consort Ling.
"When you go back, if you see your brothers, tell them this beforehand."
No matter what happens tomorrow, even if it touches on the core interests of Yikun Palace, you must not act rashly.
As for what I can do then, I'll just do what I should do as a child.
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