Chapter 52 Young Master (Xiao Xiu) “Your Highness, you are really…
Chapter 52
Lin Zhiyi, one of the unique members of the Lin family, is also carefully planning her future business empire in the palace.
After all, he is the president. After counting the betrothal gifts and dowry with Jingyue, she felt that their future family had funds, farms, shops, and connections. She also had design skills, so she should be able to carve out her own business empire in this world, right?
Of course, her business acumen is different from that of her elder sister Lin Zhiqin.
She is more active in the field of design, and can create many works based on market demand. These works may appropriately incorporate modern elements to highlight a novel and interesting style.
The eldest sister's talent mainly lies in sales. She understands various marketing methods - small profits but quick turnover, hunger marketing, package collection, targeted promotion, etc.
If the two of them work together, they will naturally be invincible.
Oh, and there is also my fourth sister.
Sometimes the things that Fourth Sister makes are very interesting and worth promoting and marketing.
This covers many areas - clothing, jewelry, carriages, saddles and other accessories, children's educational toys, tools and farm implements needed by workers and farmers, etc.
Of course, Lin Zhiyi also knew that as the princess consort, she would most likely not be able to manage the business personally.
Even though Princess Yin Shang could not have a very good career path in the government, in the eyes of others, she was still the young marquis of Ding'an Marquisate. The path of a civil official was not easy, but there was still the path of a military official. Even if neither of them worked out, it was better to just get a minor job and receive a royal salary than to be out in the public eye and do business.
This is the limitation of Dayan Dynasty.
But it didn't matter. She could take her time, gradually training trustworthy and reliable people, and then hand them over to them to run the operation.
She doesn't mind being a behind-the-scenes boss first. As long as the money comes in steadily, that's fine.
There are still decades of life ahead of us, and who knows when these laws might change.
If something beneficial to the country and the people is really discovered, the emperor and his ministers cannot refuse to use it, right?
Maybe I can finally take the path of an 'imperial merchant'.
Lin Zhiyi is full of confidence in the future.
This era actually has its merits.
——For example, the existence of the female general Master.
——For example, the existence of four eccentric sisters in the Marquis’ Mansion.
——For example, ten years ago, the Ministry of Industry made an exception and sought the opinion of a little girl.
There are also various wonderful teaching courses at the Imperial College, friendships among students of all ages, and rich after-school activities.
Putting aside some rigid laws and concepts, there will also be soft human feelings and innovations that promote the development and progress of the times.
This is true in every era.
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The next day.
Early in the morning, Eunuch Su arrived outside and announced in a drawn-out voice, "Your Highness, Concubine Lan has sent someone to pick you up. She wants to have breakfast with you."
Lin Zhiyi is an independent and strong modern woman. After traveling through time, she has been self-reliant - not only to keep it secret, but also because she is used to it.
Washing, putting on makeup, changing clothes...she is so skilled at all these operations.
Su Lian had only waited for a quarter of an hour when he heard the sound of the inner hall door opening.
He turned around and saw his princess coming out dressed beautifully.
Today, the princess unexpectedly chose a pink dress, and her makeup matched it perfectly. Her face was as rosy as a peach blossom, and her fragrance was fragrant. A touch of pink was swept at the corners of her phoenix eyes, like peach petals falling in the corners, amorous and charming.
Su Lian dared not look any longer. He bent over, took small steps towards him, and complimented him sweetly, "Your Highness, you look so beautiful today! The Empress will surely be delighted to see you."
"Yeah." Lin Zhiyi responded lazily, imitating Jing Yue's voice and attitude.
When she heard that it was Concubine Lan calling her, she dressed up like this on purpose.
Anyway, she accepted it well and it would be easier for her to win the favor of Concubine Lan than that awkward Jing Yue.
"Princess, the sedan chair is ready..."
Lin Zhiyi hesitated for a moment and said, "Let them follow. I want to take a walk first and then sit down later."
"yes!"
The distance from Lanyue Palace to Lanfang Palace is not too short, as one has to pass through the Imperial Garden in the middle. Lin Zhiyi has not been to the Imperial Garden since she switched bodies with Jingyue. After all, she promised Jingyue that she would stay in Lanyue Palace until she got married or switched back, and would not cause any trouble.
Occasionally, I would go to Lanfang Hall and quickly pass through the Imperial Garden. In the middle of summer, I never encountered anyone other than those who tended the flowers and plants or swept the courtyard.
I just passed by a peony garden today. It was full of colorful flowers and was very beautiful.
Peonies are rare at this time of year.
It is worthy of being a royal garden, with all kinds of precious flowers, and they are well maintained.
Lin Zhiyi was just about to take a few more glances to admire the beautiful scenery when he suddenly heard the eunuch's shrill voice coming from the other side of the rockery behind the peony: "Your Highness, please hurry up and deliver the gifts to Princess Liyang as soon as possible so that you can report to the Empress sooner."
Hearing the words "Princess Liyang", Lin Zhiyi stopped.
Su Lian was about to clear his throat, but Lin Zhiyi gave him a look, so he kept quiet and also asked the eunuchs and palace maids behind him to keep quiet.
There was a moment of silence, and then the eunuch's voice rang out again: "Your Highness, don't underestimate yourself. You are a prince, Princess Liyang's brother. It's just a gift, what's wrong with that? Other princesses and princes have already sent gifts. This opportunity is rare. If you wait until Princess Liyang gets married to send it, it will be too late."
Lin Zhiyi thought about it carefully, oh, it turned out to be the fifth prince.
The Fifth Prince was indeed not on the gift list from a few days ago.
No wonder I didn't hear any sound just now...
The fifth prince has never spoken since he was frightened in his childhood.
The imperial physician diagnosed that he might never be able to speak again.
It's quite pitiful.
Lin Zhiyi guessed that he might feel inferior because he couldn't speak, so he was unwilling to personally deliver the gift.
In fact, she didn't understand. Empress Xian had already sent a gift, so why did she insist on the Fifth Prince sending it again?
Could it be...that he has something to ask of her?
Or... the fifth prince also wants to choose a daughter of a marquis as his concubine?
Since you can't get through to Emperor Longshun, you want to find a solution from her?
After all, her husband is the young marquis of the Marquisate.
Lin Zhiyi didn't want to cause any trouble for the time being, so he continued to move forward and signaled Su Lian and others to follow.
After she had walked far away, she turned her head and glanced at the rockery.
The fifth prince and a eunuch were standing there, looking at her from afar.
The fifth prince was not present during the spring hunt.
Lin Zhiyi also guessed from Jing Yue and the palace servants' fragmentary words that the fifth prince was not favored.
Empress Xian was also not favored.
As a prince, he couldn't even compare to the favor she, a princess, received. It was obvious that he was truly unloved.
Could it be that Emperor Longshun disliked the Fifth Prince's inability to speak, and that's why he neglected Zhongcui Palace?
Lin Zhiyi could only see that the Fifth Prince was thin and his clothes were not as gorgeous as those of other princes and princesses. Since the other party was hesitating whether to see her, she would not stop on purpose.
Let’s meet Empress Lan first.
The Lanfang Palace of Concubine Lan is located in Chengqian Palace.
Just by listening to the name, you can tell that Concubine Lan is indeed a favored concubine.
However, she was worried that her excessive favor would easily lead to criticism and trouble, so she specially asked Emperor Longshun to name the palace Lanfang Palace.
When talking about her, just mention Lanfang Palace.
The Fifth Prince, Jing Zhuoran, silently watched his sister, Li Yang, walk down a stone bridge. When he could no longer see her, he withdrew his gaze and, as if relieved, gestured to Ding Fuquan beside him, "Go back."
Ding Fuquan was the chief eunuch serving Empress Xian of Zhongcui Palace, and was sent to take care of the fifth prince.
He looked regretful, "Your Highness, you really are... I'm afraid Princess Liyang might have heard what you just said!"
Jing Zhuoran smiled gently, and with a flick of his pale, thin wrist, he gestured, "Don't be afraid. My sister always likes quietness, and she might even be grateful that I won't disturb her."
Ding Fuquan thought about it and it made sense. Concubine Lan doted on Princess Liyang especially, and His Majesty also doted on both of them, so if Princess Liyang didn't like to attend some palace banquets, she didn't have to.
Princess Liyang usually likes quietness. She never leaves the palace to visit the imperial garden, nor does she go to other palaces to play with princesses. She doesn't like others to disturb her in the Lanyue Palace. Therefore, His Majesty also specially issued an order to let all palaces follow her wishes.
As the youngest princess, she is favored by all the palaces, so it’s nothing.
"Then... shall we wait here a little longer? The princess should have gone to Chengqian Palace to pay her respects to Concubine Lan. She might be back soon."
Jing Zhuoran gestured: "No need."
"Then...how will I explain this to Her Majesty when I return?"
Jing Zhuoran gestured: "I'll take care of it. Let's go."
Chengqian Palace, Lanfang Hall.
Lin Zhiyi's outfit drew the admiration of Concubine Lan: "Yu'er has come to terms with things now. This outfit and makeup are very beautiful. They complement your skin tone very well."
"Thank you for the compliment, mother. You look particularly beautiful today." Lin Zhiyi made Concubine Lan happy with just two words.
Concubine Lan smiled and ordered, "Serve the meal."
One exquisite dish after another was presented.
Lin Zhiyi and Lan Fei washed their hands and sat down.
"Mother, did you call me here to share something happy?" Lin Zhiyi asked with a smile. She smiled more than Jingyue, but her behavior remained within Jingyue's personality.
Although Jing Yue is a "princess", she and Concubine Lan are "different in gender".
Moreover, Jing Yue herself had some resentment towards Concubine Lan.
If she really gets too close, it will arouse Concubine Lan's suspicion.
In other words, it would bring unnecessary trouble to Jingyue - when the situation changes back, Jingyue would still have to bite the bullet and act intimate with Lan Fei.
Fortunately, Concubine Lan's temper is better now than before, and her subtle changes are not enough to make Concubine Lan suspicious.
Maybe it’s because Jingyue and her husband’s wedding is approaching, and people are in high spirits when they are happy.
"Today your father will issue an edict to confer the title of Marquis Ding'an as Duke Ding'an." Concubine Lan said with a smile.
Lin Zhiyi raised an eyebrow—Oh no, she was going to become a young duke from a young marquis?!
Ding'an Marquis Mansion.
Lin Shuo was taking his family to receive the imperial decree and express gratitude.
After the eunuch Li Shouchang beside Emperor Longshun finished announcing the decree, he stepped forward with a smile and helped Lin Shuo up: "Congratulations, my lord. Oh, look at this old servant's memory. Congratulations, my lord, the Duke."
"Thank you very much for your grace, Your Majesty. And I'm also sorry to trouble Eunuch Li to make this trip. Please - Eunuch Li, have a cup of tea and sit down to rest." Lin Shuo took the imperial edict with a calm expression. He looked happy, but not complacent. He was very cultured.
"No, no, I have to return to my duties as soon as possible. Duke, His Majesty has given me a plaque. Please have someone change it later."
"yes."
Lin Shuo's confidants sent Eunuch Li out and gave him some reward money.
When I came back, I happened to help hang the plaque.
The nameplate of Marquis Ding'an was taken down and replaced with the nameplate of Duke Ding'an.
From now on, this will be the Ding'an Mansion.
There were some rewards placed in the courtyard, and Lin Shuo gave them all to his wife, as he still had to go to court.
Jing Yue was very calm. He had known about this for a long time. He just didn't expect his father to issue an order so soon.
Maybe he also wanted to escort his marriage with his husband.
After being promoted to the young master's consort, if anyone wants to harm him, they will probably have to think twice.
Of course, he had made all necessary preparations and would not let Lin Zhiyi suffer any harm.
When Lin Shuo passed by him, he glanced at him sideways. Seeing that he looked normal, he nodded with satisfaction and reminded him, "You should be humble and low-key. Don't let others call you "Young Master" and let you lose your composure."
"Don't worry, Daddy. I understand."
"Yeah. Let's go eat. After dinner, it's time to go to the Imperial College."
When Jing Yue went out, she happened to meet Lin Zhishu and Lin Zhihua. They were both dressed as men and seemed to be going out.
Jing Yue called out to them: "Third sister, fourth sister, where are you going? I'll take you there."
"No, no need. Yuanyuan, you should go to school. My third sister and I will go shopping. We're going to buy rouge and powder, so we won't take you with us."
Rouge and powder were just an excuse. In fact, Lin Zhishu wanted to go to the bookseller to see if there was any opportunity to publish a new storybook. She invited Lin Zhihua to accompany her and be her mouthpiece.
"You can use the carriage. I'll go on horseback today," Jing Yue said considerately, assigning four guards to follow them. "Protect the safety of the two young ladies."
The four guards hesitated a bit: "But the Duke's order is for us to protect the young master."
"Don't I have four more people with me? Besides..." Jing Yue thought of something and said, "I still have the princess's secret guards protecting me. Don't worry. Don't let your sisters get into danger just because they ride in my carriage... You must follow them."
"Yes, young master."
Jing Yue: ...
He changed his tune pretty quickly.
He really chose to set off on horseback, and even went halfway with his two sisters. After they separated at the intersection of Suzaku Street and Xuanwu Street, he stared at a tree on the way to the Imperial College and called Youyi.
Lin Song held the book box and looked up at the treetops in amazement.
As expected, Youyi appeared, with a look of surprise on his face: "What do you want, Prince Consort?"
How did the prince consort know he was here?
Jing Yue: "Send two companions to secretly protect my two sisters. They went to Xuanwu Street. They took the same carriage I usually use."
"yes."
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