Xie Yuan's expression, however, was somewhat complicated.
As a wandering soul from another world, Xie Yuan had no sense of belonging to the Xie family.
She did not consider herself a woman from the Xie family of Chenjun.
However, Xie Yuan had to admit that her status as a woman from a prominent family gave her many advantages.
Putting everything else aside, the very fact that she was able to marry Helian Jue was because her surname was Xie.
Even though Helian Jue was the deposed crown prince, he was still the emperor's own son.
Even if she is humiliated or replaced by another bride, the substitute's status cannot be too low.
Xie Yuanruo was just an ordinary woman from an official family; she might not even be qualified to be this "substitute."
Besides taking Helian Jue's place in marriage, the dowry and family property that Xie Yuan took from the Xie family also became the foundation for her to establish herself in this world.
Without those riches, how could Xie Yuan improve the soldiers' food and treatment?
How to buy land and open a shop?
At that time, Helian Jue was as pitiful as a stray dog.
The secret guards and all the backup plans dared not reveal themselves.
The only ones on the surface were Helian Chen's three hundred personal guards and the five hundred old, weak, sick and disabled people that Xie Yuan had obtained from the Ministry of War.
Helian Jue had almost no money or valuables.
Without Xie Yuan and the Xie family's wealth, Helian Jue, with his abilities, could have won people's hearts and made the Yue Prince's Mansion rise to prominence.
But this process will definitely be very difficult and quite long.
Xie Yuan and his family's wealth greatly helped Helian Jue to some extent.
Helian Jue had also considered these factors, which is why he did not exterminate the Xie family.
He only eliminated Xie Ze, who had offended him. He was relatively lenient towards Xie Hong, the newly elected head of the Xie family, and other members of the Xie clan.
Firstly, he was drawn to Xie Yuan because of his affection for Xie Yuan;
Secondly, it can also be considered as repaying the Xie family for their "sponsorship" back then.
"I sent people to investigate this Sherlin; he is a very shrewd and capable businessman."
"His disadvantage lies in his background."
After thinking for a moment, Helian Jue told Xie Yuan about Xie Lin's situation in detail:
"Shering's birth mother was an orchid, and he was born with blond hair and blue eyes."
Helian Jue's tone carried a hint of regret.
If Xie Lin had not been born to a lowly mother and had not had an unusual appearance, he probably would not have ended up as a merchant.
It should be noted that although the Xie family is a first-class family, they are the most noble and refined.
However, the Xie family is still very kind to its members.
The status of a son born out of wedlock is certainly not as high as that of a son born out of wedlock, but as long as he is promising, he may have the opportunity to enter the court and become an official.
Only Schelling was born looking different from the people of the Celestial Empire.
From the moment he was born, he was treated differently.
Actually, it's only because the Xie family is relatively tolerant that they would have abandoned this blond-haired, blue-eyed child, thinking he was a monster!
At most, the Xie family simply didn't provide him with proper upbringing or plan for his future.
Sherin received the treatment due to a young master in terms of food, clothing, and other necessities.
Therefore, Schelling harbored no hatred towards the Schelling family; on the contrary, he was very grateful.
He may have inherited his maternal grandfather's business acumen from the Western Regions.
He attached himself to his eldest uncle Xie Hong, who was born of the main wife, and became the money bag and god of wealth for that branch of the family.
Xie Hong was able to climb up to Prime Minister Wang by paving the way with a lot of money.
And these funds were basically earned by Schelling.
If it weren't for this conflict between the sage and the aristocratic families, Xie Lin, backed by the Xie family, would likely have become the number one merchant in the Great Zhou Dynasty.
Unfortunately, there are no "what ifs".
Wang Xiangong, whom Xie Hong relied on, was targeted by the sage. Wang Xiangong protected his own family and was also willing to protect Xie Hong himself.
But there has to be a scapegoat.
Xie Lin, who was once a merchant, has transformed into the most outstanding member of the Xie family in this generation, and has also been awarded a fifth-rank official title.
No sooner had he been appointed to office than Schelling was exiled.
The entire family, young and old, were escorted to Lingnan.
The only thing that Xie Lin was thankful for was that there were so many people being exiled during this period that the government's tattooing officers were too busy to keep up with the demand.
Their family, having escaped being branded as "exiles," managed to retain their last shred of dignity.
"The Xie family had shown Xie Lin kindness in raising and supporting him, and Xie Lin repaid them by exiling his entire family!"
Helian Jue said slowly, "He said that he owes the Xie family nothing more."
The grudges are settled, and there will be no further connection between them.
“But I told him that I would help him because his surname is Xie and he is my queen’s cousin.”
Xie Yuan listened silently.
She knew that Helian Jue was concerned because she had almost no family to rely on, and her only younger brother was still a little kid.
Xie Yuan is indeed powerful and doesn't need her family's support.
However, if she has a trustworthy family member on her mother's side who is willing to serve her, that would be ideal.
In fact, Xie Yuan had also considered promoting members of the Xie family.
It wasn't that she lacked confidence, but rather that in ancient times, people lived in clans, and clan members and relatives were natural "allies."
However, Xie Yuan is currently in Lingnan, thousands of miles away from the capital and his hometown, making it inconvenient for him to do many things.
If Xie Ji's status hadn't been so awkward, Xie Yuan would have been willing to give him a hand.
Schelling is a good candidate.
"Xie Lin's surname is Xie, and he is quite close to the Xie family. Moreover, he has repaid their kindness many times over."
"Now he has come to Lingnan, where he is unfamiliar with the place and people, and that is exactly when he needs help."
Xie Yuan said slowly, "If I give him a little guidance, given his grateful nature, he will definitely treat me sincerely."
"...The Prince is still the best to me. He considers me in everything and is so thoughtful!"
Xie Yuan looked at Helian Jue, his beautiful almond-shaped eyes filled with gratitude and tenderness.
Helian Jue was a little embarrassed by Xie Yuan's words.
If A Yuan treats him well, he should treat A Yuan well in return.
"Ah Yuan, you also think Xie Lin is pretty good?"
Helian Jue smiled smugly.
"Excellent!"
It's more than just "good," it's a pleasant surprise.
The grandson of a merchant from the Western Regions was born to be a businessman.
I heard that Schelling also went to the Western Regions.
If it weren't for the limited resources, he probably could have gone all the way to Europe.
Schelling could go to the Western Regions, but what about sailing the Western Ocean?
Is that also possible?
Leaving aside grand ambitions, Xie Yuan, just considering the essential chili peppers for hot pot, thought about sending people on a grand voyage.
Xie Yuan has been busy with infrastructure projects these past two years and simply hasn't had the time or resources to spare.
Now things are looking up. The treasure ship has already started construction, and another adventurous business genius has arrived.
Xie Yuan had a strong premonition that her chili peppers, her corn, and many other good things seemed to have a future!
"I'm glad you're satisfied. I've already settled the person in Crescent Moon New City."
Helian Jue saw Xie Yuan's eyes light up and knew that she was truly happy.
A Yuan was happy, and He Lianjue also smiled, "After you finish your postpartum confinement, call Xie Lin over."
"Just tell him what to do!"
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