Meng Qi thought the same thing. Her initial thinking was too simplistic. She hadn't expected the inner chambers of Prince Rui's mansion to be so chaotic, with so many traitors. She had originally thought she could just help Song Chengze deal with the outside world. As for the inner chambers, with Xiao Lin, Li, and Nanny Hai standing in check and balance, it was a good idea.
Now it seems that this balance is being broken, and Meng Qi has also changed her original intention. No matter what her plan will be like in the future, she only needs to look at the situation in the inner house of the mansion and make it clear. Even if there is a day when she really leaves, she can hand it over to Song Chengze or someone else in a proper manner.
Therefore, Meng Qi took over all matters of the inner chamber, and did so thoroughly, taking back all the power previously held by Xiao Lin, Li, and Wu. Without giving any reason, Xiao Lin had two arguments with Song Chengze over this matter, but Song Chengze rebutted them by saying that the inner chamber was originally ruled by the princess.
It is her responsibility and right as the legal wife to manage all the affairs in the inner house, but what does it mean for Song Chengze to send the profits from his own farm and shop in?
Zhang Decheng smiled and said, "That's what the prince meant. The prince ordered that the village head and the shopkeeper come in and report to you at the end of the year. The prince also said that the expenses are high at the end of the year. If there is not enough, let me draw money from the outer courtyard account books."
Meng Qi couldn't describe her feelings, but she was mostly happy. Song Chengze's trust in her was growing little by little. And it was precisely because of his trust that she could handle the people and affairs of the inner house according to her own ideas.
"Let's do this for now. Tell Wang Chenghai to keep an eye on them tomorrow. It's the end of the year now, and I have too many things to do here. I really don't have the energy. Wait until after the New Year to deal with them one by one." Meng Qi whispered to Yuan Dong.
"Aren't you going to tell the prince about the matter between Concubine Lin and Cheng Dianyi?" Yuan Dong asked worriedly.
"Let's not talk about it for now. Even if I say so, I can't let anyone know." Meng Qi rubbed his forehead. "Since Xiao Xizi has made some moves, let's keep an eye on him. I think that mysterious contact person, who even Li Mancang doesn't know about, will show up either today or tomorrow."
Yuan Dong nodded. "Don't worry, Princess. When Wang Chenghai brought the message in just now, he had already arranged for Xiao Shunzi to keep an eye on her. As for Ms. Li, Xiao Man and San Ya are both watching over her."
Meng Qi nodded. "If it really is Ms. Li, we must find out how she spread the news and how she received instructions from Prince Cheng's Mansion."
Yuan Dong responded, "Don't worry, Princess. Jiang Wu is paying close attention."
Meng Qi looked at the account books and said, "Put them away first, mother. I will personally prepare the gifts for my third brother and second sister. As for the others, let Mama Liu and Yuanyue take care of it."
Meng Qi walked over to the kang table and looked through the list of gifts Song Chengze had received during the festival. They were mostly from brothers who had established their own families, as well as some royal relatives. Although there were many, the records were very clear, and according to the old rules, there should be no mistakes.
"For these things from the prince, you and Wang Chenghai should first sort out a few lists, and then finalize them after the New Year gifts from the prince's farm are delivered. Also, take Lixia out and let her keep the accounts, and let Xiaoman follow her and learn a little."
As the master and servant were talking, Xiaoman came from outside and said, "Hu Changsheng is here."
Meng Qi was very surprised after hearing what Hu Changsheng said. Song Chengze actually asked her to go to the study in the outer courtyard and said that everyone was waiting for her.
Meng Qi was delighted that Song Chengze actually asked her to discuss matters with them. This was the result she had always wanted and the direction she was working towards. As long as she could discuss matters with them, it would mean that not only Song Chengze recognized her, but also those closest to him recognized her.
This was really good news for Meng Qi. She thought with some pride that from the Wanshou Festival till now, whether it was dealing with King Jing or handling the affairs of the inner palace, everyone must have been satisfied.
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