Um?
Upon hearing Li Xin's words, Crown Prince Li Ming narrowed his eyes and looked at Li Xin with a hint of surprise in his brows.
After a moment, Li Ming's expression returned to normal.
He lowered his head, toying with the wine glass in his hand, pondering the deeper meaning behind Li Xin's words.
To make money and live the life of a wealthy man?
No ambition?
There's a hidden meaning in those words!
Could it be that my third brother is telling me that he has no intention of vying for the throne?
How much of what he said was true, and how much was false?
Li Ming picked up his wine glass, took a small sip, and said lightly, "Isn't Third Brother's ambition a bit too modest?"
After all, as a first-rank prince, his salary and taxes from his fiefdom alone would surpass those of countless wealthy men in the land.
My third brother has already achieved this kind of life, how can he not strive for even greater things?
Thump!
Li Xin was shocked, never expecting that Crown Prince Li Ming would ask such a question.
This undoubtedly tears down the facade.
It's time to put your acting skills to the test!
The wine cup that Li Xin was holding crashed to the ground, spilling all the wine.
Seeing this, Crown Prince Li Ming frowned slightly, his eyes still fixed on Li Xin like a hawk.
A hint of fear flashed in Li Xin's eyes, and he asked in a panic, "Your Highness, what does this mean?"
Although we are brothers, there is still a proper order of seniority, and I, as the younger brother, know that I cannot overstep this boundary.
"Oh, it was just a casual remark, Third Brother, you don't need to take it so seriously."
Crown Prince Li Ming smiled calmly and said, "Come, come, let's drink."
Li Xin changed to a new wine cup and drank Dongning liquor, pondering whether his answer had dispelled the Crown Prince's doubts.
I'm afraid that's not possible!
After all, his enfeoffment in Dongning City, the assassination attempt, and the use of others to kill were all directed at him.
The mastermind behind it all is now obvious.
It's not something that can be dispelled with just a few words.
However, Li Xin didn't care anymore.
Since some things are unavoidable, we can only deal with them seriously.
"Third brother,"
Crown Prince Li Ming smiled meaningfully and continued, "Since Third Brother's pursuit is so simple, then I, as his elder brother, will naturally help him."
With such a thriving business, yet with such high costs, how can Qingyu Trading Company possibly make a lot of money?
On my side, Your Majesty, I happen to have some resources that can help Third Brother.
Why don't you and I, brothers, join forces to manufacture and sell perfume in the capital, thus reducing the cost of the perfume?
"Then, we two brothers will split the profits. What do you think, third brother?"
Li Xin was taken aback. He hadn't expected the Crown Prince to be so persistent and so eager to obtain the method for making the perfume.
"You know that too,"
Li Ming said casually, "Most of the spices in our Great Gan Kingdom come from Southeast Asia through the Ministry of Industry."
"My brother, I can still obtain raw materials at a low price."
Li Ming's voice emphasized the words "Ministry of Works" with a noticeable heaviness.
Ministry of Works?
Li Xin was stunned for a moment, then realized that the current Minister of Works was a direct member of the Crown Prince's faction.
In other words, the Ministry of Works was under the control of the Crown Prince.
The spices transported by the Ministry of Works were naturally also under the control of the Crown Prince.
Most importantly, the Ministry of Works also had hundreds of ships under its command, which were dedicated to the sea routes between Dagangan and Southeast Asia.
This force should not be underestimated!
If perfume manufacturing were to be located in the capital, it would be far beyond my control.
Even if all the workers are loyal confidants, the prince might be able to figure out how to make perfume by studying the materials he uses every day.
If we could also bribe one or two skilled workers, it would be even simpler!
Li Xin still hesitated about the Crown Prince's idea.
However, Li Xin understood even better that the Ministry of Works mentioned by Crown Prince Li Ming was not only interested in manipulating spices, but also likely intended to tamper with ships.
If there's any mishap in the sea and land transportation to Dongning City, I'm afraid...
When you're under someone's roof, you have to bow your head!
Li Xin took a deep breath, feeling somewhat melancholy.
However, before Li Xin could reply, Crown Prince Li Ming continued, "Third brother, think it over carefully."
I, Your Majesty, really love this perfume, and your wife loves it too.
It's not just perfumes; we can collaborate on other products like Dongning liquor, soaps, and bar soaps as well.
"When the time comes, if you and I join forces, won't we be able to make a fortune?"
Li Xin was stunned.
It turns out that Crown Prince Li Ming not only wants the method for making perfume, but he probably won't let go of the liquor, soap, and cement either!
What a big appetite!
The pressure is even greater!
However, Li Xin also saw a glimmer of hope in this.
That is, a temporary peace with the Crown Prince.
After all, Crown Prince Li Ming has already put forward cooperation conditions, so there is a possibility of cooperation.
If they can truly buy time through cooperation, Li Xin will have a chance to turn things around in a few years!
Right now, our strength is still too weak!
"Get out of the way! Get out of the way! It's an express delivery!"
Just then, a series of rough sounds came from the street outside the window, accompanied by the rapid hoofbeats of horses galloping away into the distance.
The urgent voice startled everyone in the private room.
An urgent delivery service that travels 800 li?
Crown Prince Li Ming frowned and glanced at the man in brocade robes beside him.
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