"Can it really work?" Liu An asked in surprise. "The higher the fertility, the better the harvest, right? Why can't we use fertile land?"
"It's not worth it, and it's unnecessary."
"They're all planted in inferior fields?"
"If there's no lower-grade land left, then use the higher-grade land. Make sure to use up all the bean seeds. Qi Yong will send people over to handle these things; just keep an eye on things and make sure nothing goes wrong."
"What? Qi Yong wants to get involved too?"
"We're short-handed, so it's good that he can help." Anyway, there's nothing to hide.
“Absolutely not,” Liu An said angrily. “Madam Jiang, I have already sent a letter to the capital. Someone will come to help in a few days. There is no need for Qi Yong to meddle.”
That scoundrel is definitely up to no good!
"I have no objection, as long as Qi Yong agrees."
Upon hearing this, Liu An choked instantly, as if his throat had been pressed.
"Don't worry, Madam, I will definitely find a way."
"Whatever!" Jiang Nuan said dismissively.
She still didn't think much of Liu An; he was a complete weakling, and neither of them could beat Qi Yong.
She's waiting to see what happens.
Liu An was unaware of these thoughts. Upon returning to his room, he received a letter: "The operation failed, and the casualties were heavy!"
He immediately gritted his teeth and cursed, "Useless things! You can't even handle a eunuch. What use are you to me?"
After saying that, he angrily wrote a few more letters with a dark face. After drying them and sealing them, he raised his eyebrows and smiled, "Qi Yong, let's see how you escape this time?"
Liu An had no idea that his letters would nearly throw the capital into chaos.
The back hall of the government office.
"Brother An, have you received Liu An's letter?"
"Received it, how about you?"
“Me too,” Zhong Ge Lao paused, then asked, “Brother An, what do you think of this matter?”
Grand Secretary An gave an irrelevant answer, remarking with emotion, "The Lady Protector of the Nation and Qi Yong have a very close relationship."
"These things are not important, Brother An. We must get our hands on the soybeans for oil extraction. This is a political achievement delivered right to our doorstep!"
"How do you plan to take it? What methods do you have?"
Speaking of this, An Ge Lao feels heartbroken.
He had various means, any one of which could have suppressed Qi Yong, but with the Emperor protecting him, no method was effective.
Like this incident, if nothing unexpected happens, the more they cause trouble, the more they will be criticized.
"If only we could kill that eunuch Qi Yong."
Unfortunately, the Emperor refused.
Every time he thought about this, Grand Secretary Zhong felt resentful.
All the civil and military officials in the emperor's heart were less important than a eunuch!
"Stop dreaming about such a good thing, and think about what to do next."
"Transfer Qi Yong away and gradually erode his power."
Tell me in detail!
"There's been a disaster in Shandong. Qi Yong isn't capable enough, so let him go. There are also bandits causing trouble; what if..."
"Shut up. Put away your unrealistic ideas. His Majesty will usually turn a blind eye to minor troubles, but when it comes to Qi Yong's life, he will not let it go lightly."
“What a pity,” Grand Secretary Zhong said, closing his eyes unwillingly. “We can spare his life, but Qi Yong must go to Shandong. He’s getting too close to the Lady Protector of the Nation, and Liu An can’t control him.”
Thinking of this, Grand Secretary Zhong wanted to curse.
He never imagined that Liu An would be so incompetent. A dignified Grand Secretary was actually hung from a tree, and all the scholars in the world lost face.
He even wants me to help him get revenge!
What a load of crap!
It's better to just hang yourself from a tree to avoid embarrassment.
Grand Secretary An also thought of this matter, and his face turned green with anger. "Liu An is indeed unfit for important tasks."
If this were his own son, he would have beaten him to death with a stick. He's such a coward.
"Contact your servants and report this matter to the Emperor at the morning court tomorrow. His Majesty is currently troubled by the situation in Shandong. As a favored official, it is only right that Qi Yong help the Emperor alleviate his worries."
Ideally, I'd stay in Shandong forever and never come back!
"clear!"
After saying that, the two looked at each other and smiled.
They would never admit that Qi Yong's outrageous actions had truly angered them.
The turmoil in the capital city did not affect the Huang family.
In the afternoon, Jiang Nuan gathered everyone together and asked seriously, "Have you brothers thought about your future paths? Eldest brother, you go first."
"Mother, your son wants to protect the family business."
"Family fortune or title?"
Upon hearing this, Boss Huang asked in surprise, "What do you mean? Aren't they the same thing?"
“Family property is family assets, while title is status,” Jiang Nuan paused, then continued to explain, “Our family is different from others. Even though I am the eldest son, I can only share the family property equally with my other brothers.”
"I understand, son!"
Although he had expected it, Huang Laoda still felt a little sour upon hearing this.
He always felt that he, as the eldest son, was not valued.
"Then, state your choice!"
Lowering his eyes, Huang asked cryptically, "What does Mother hope her son will choose?"
"I will not interfere."
"Both are feasible?"
"The Huang family's business is not in the imperial court, do you understand?"
"A forced choice between the two?"
"Um."
“Mother, I don’t want either of them,” Huang Lao Er said first. “I want to join the army, and Liu An also said that I have the appearance of a general.”
"Can!"
“Then I’ll help Mother farm,” Xie said sweetly, “and learn formations from her.”
"Alright."
“Mother,” Huang Xiaosi said, “I want to be a high-ranking official, as prestigious as Qi Yong.”
Upon hearing this, Jiang Nuan's forehead veins throbbed, and she asked with a dark face, "Like him, become a eunuch?"
Let's see if she doesn't break Huang Xiaosi's legs!
"Of course not," Huang Xiaosi said nervously, covering his crotch. "I just think Qi Yong is very capable."
"Serving as an official means bringing benefits to the people in your jurisdiction, not for you to show off your power. If you can't do what I said earlier, you'd better stay at home obediently, or I'll send you straight to the palace."
Upon hearing this, Huang Xiaosi's legs suddenly went weak, and he immediately promised, "Mother, don't worry, your son will definitely serve as a good official and bring benefits to the people."
"What about you, mistress?"
"My son wants to start a business, Mom. Let's buy some more shops; we don't feel we have enough."
"Let's talk about this after we've earned back the principal we invested."
After listening to Jiang Nuan's words, Jin stuck out her tongue and said, "My husband is in business, so I'll be his housekeeper to prevent people from embezzling my money."
"Not bad." Jiang Nuan turned to Boss Huang. "Still haven't decided?"
"The son is to be chosen for a title."
“Yes,” Jiang Nuan said, not surprised. “Study hard with Liu An recently. We’ll move to the capital in three months. Da Niu and the others…”
He rubbed his forehead and continued, "Whether you keep it at home or take it out is up to you."
“Mother,” Wang asked tentatively, “can we take them all with us to the capital?”
"You two should discuss it; I won't get involved."
Jiang Nuan wanted to keep her grandson, but couldn't bear to separate the child from his parents. However, if her son and daughter-in-law insisted, she wouldn't refuse.
It wasn't that she looked down on her daughter-in-law; it's just that Wang's perspective was indeed a bit narrow, and the child was with her...
However, since it was someone else's child after all, and she, as the grandmother, was a generation removed, she couldn't rightfully claim the child as her own.
"Let them stay."
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