Chapter 90 New Arrangement
As the wardrobe was opened.
There were quite a few clothes inside, including two sets of comfortable pajamas, but they were all rather plain.
It was a thoughtful move, and Xiao Fuguang reached out and picked up a set at random.
Xuanyuan Jing spoke.
"I'm going to shower next door."
Soon Liu Yue and Xing Yue came in to help Xiao Fuguang take a bath, and Xuanyuan Jing also came in after taking a bath.
The two maids retreated silently.
Xuanyuan Jing took out a quilt from the cabinet.
"You sleep on the bed, and I'll sleep on the couch."
When Xiao Fuguang saw him leaving with the quilt in his arms, he also lay down on the bed.
Xuanyuan Jing looked at the figure looming behind the bed curtains, and a complex emotion flashed in his eyes.
Xiao Fuguang suddenly turned over.
"Is the prince asleep?"
Xuanyuan Jing looked towards the bed when he heard this.
"Not yet, Fu Guang, is there something wrong?"
Xiao Fuguang sat up from the bed.
"I have an idea in my mind, but I don't know whether I should say it or not."
Xuanyuan Jing stood up upon hearing that, pulled a stool and sat opposite her.
"There's nothing we can't talk about between husband and wife. You don't have to be shy about what you say."
Xiao Fuguang nodded slightly when he heard this.
"Isn't the eldest prince of Beipan also here to drink at our wedding today? He hasn't gone back yet because the marriage hasn't been finalized yet."
Xuanyuan Jing frowned slightly when he heard this.
"You care about him?"
Xiao Fuguang shook his head slightly.
"That's not the case. I just suddenly remembered the war last year. So many people lost their homes, so many children lost their fathers, and so many parents lost their children. In a war, it is the people who suffer in the end. These people are not just the people of Xuanyuan, but the people of Beipan are also suffering."
Xuanyuan Jing agreed when he heard this.
"War is an unbearable suffering for the people of any country."
"Fu Guang, do you have any good ideas?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Fuguang spoke with a thoughtful look.
"Perhaps we can do something that will benefit the people of both countries."
"The reason Beipan has been harassing our northern border every winter for years is simply because they're hungry and cold. The heavy snows of winter have damaged their livestock industry, so they have no choice but to wage war to survive."
"Although the people of Xuanyuan are not wealthy, they can still eat and drink their fill. The grain production in the northern border is also not bad, and the people of Beipan have no shortage of beef and mutton. So why not promote border trade between the two countries and let the people of Beipan sell their beef and mutton to Xuanyuan? With the silver, they can buy food from Xuanyuan and take it back. This will be a good thing for the people of both countries."
Xuanyuan Jing pondered for a moment after hearing this.
"Hu Yanqing mentioned trade between the two countries at the banquet, but my brother has been hesitant. We all know the advantages, but we also have to consider the disadvantages."
Then he looked embarrassed.
"The people of Beipan are somewhat barbaric. When my father was still alive, some people had proposed opening trade between the two countries, but ultimately, due to various considerations, trade between the two countries was not opened."
Xiao Fuguang was not in a hurry after hearing this and continued speaking.
"Bei Pan used to be strong and powerful. If we open up trade between the two countries, I'm afraid Bei Pan will take the opportunity to cause trouble. Now that Bei Pan has been defeated by us and lost 200,000 soldiers, I'm afraid it will be difficult for them to recover within ten years. Why don't you persuade the emperor for the sake of the people of both countries?"
Xuanyuan Jing pondered for a moment after hearing this.
"Tomorrow I will go to the palace to see the emperor and mention it to him."
It's okay. As long as he is willing to say it, it will basically be done.
"Your Highness can also suggest to the Emperor that he send someone to specifically regulate trade with Beipan. Heavier taxes can also increase revenue for the national treasury."
Upon hearing this, Xuanyuan Jing reached out and smoothed her hair.
"Okay, I understand. I will talk to the emperor tomorrow. It's late, go to bed."
A night passed.
When Xiao Fuguang woke up, Xuanyuan Jing had already entered the palace.
After washing up, I had breakfast in the company of Xingyue.
Uncle Zhong walked in and bowed respectfully.
"princess."
This is the steward of the Regent's Palace, the old man who has been following Xuanyuan Jing for a while.
"Uncle Zhong, is there anything wrong?"
Uncle Zhong glanced at the servant holding the account book behind him.
"Princess, the prince has been busy with official duties these years, and the princess is in poor health, so the palace's account books have always been managed by this old servant. Now that the princess has entered the house, you are the mistress of the Regent Palace. Please review these account books from now on."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Fuguang glanced at the thick account book and spoke.
"Since the prince has handed over the palace's accounts to Uncle Zhong for so many years, he must have great trust in him. The account book will remain the same as it was before, so I won't read it."
Upon hearing this, Uncle Zhong looked at Xiao Fuguang.
"Princess, this...it would be better if you take a look at it."
Xiao Fuguang spoke upon hearing this.
"I have just arrived at the mansion and am not familiar with many things. Uncle Zhong should continue to be in charge. Once I am familiar with the mansion, I will slowly take over."
At this time Liu Yue walked in.
"princess."
He stood beside Xiao Fuguang, looking as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.
Seeing this, Uncle Zhong had no choice but to speak respectfully.
"Since the princess has said so, then this old servant will continue to manage it. Once the princess is familiar with the mansion, this old servant will bring the account book to her."
"I'll take my leave."
After Uncle Zhong left, Xingyue finally couldn't help but speak.
"Princess, why don't you let Uncle Zhong hand the account book directly to you? That way, everyone in the palace will know your status."
Xiao Fuguang smiled gently, his eyes deep.
"Uncle Zhong has been with the prince for many years, and he knows every major and minor matter in the palace like the back of his hand. Suddenly letting a new princess take over will inevitably cause unnecessary turmoil. Besides, I still have a lot of things to do. Since there are already people in charge of things like the palace's housekeeping, there's no need for me to take over."
Then he looked at Liu Yue.
"How's the work you were asked to do?"
Upon hearing this, Liu Yue bowed and said.
"Don't worry, Princess. Han Susu will go to the East Tower to wait for you this afternoon."
Xiao Fuguang nodded when he heard this.
"Then let's set off in the afternoon."
A luxurious private room in Donglaishun.
Han Susu waited for a cup of tea, and finally saw Xiao Fuguang and Xingyue appear.
Get up quickly.
"goddess."
Xiao Fuguang spoke upon hearing this.
"I'm not some goddess. You can call me Miss Xiao."
Han Susu was indeed surprised when she heard this. Why not the princess? But she didn't ask any more questions.
"Yes, Miss Xiao."
Xiao Fuguang walked over and sat down beside her.
Liu Yue stepped forward and poured tea for the two of them.
Xiao Fuguang took the teacup and spoke slowly.
"Long time no see, have you dealt with your family matters?"
Han Susu spoke upon hearing this.
"I've already divorced that bastard. Although I lost half of my dowry, I was lucky enough to be able to take my child with me. I can earn the money I lost."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Fuguang looked at her expression. Han Susu now looked full of heroism, completely different from the Han Susu who cried and begged him when they first met.
Raising his hand and pinching it, Xiao Fuguang looked at her and spoke slowly.
"How's business going lately?"
Han Susu smiled bitterly and spoke after hearing this.
“I can only say it’s okay.”
"He knows too much about me and is also aware of some of my tricks. These days, he and the little bitch outside have been fighting with me. The funny thing is that they used the original capital or my dowry."
He was not lying, Xiao Fuguang spoke slowly.
"I'm afraid this situation is a little difficult for you to break."
Upon hearing this, Han Susu looked at Xiao Fuguang. She had asked about her before. She was the legitimate daughter of the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery, a disciple of the Imperial Master, and now the invaluable Regent Princess. She stood up and saluted Xiao Fuguang.
"Miss Xiao, please give me some advice."
Xiao Fuguang raised his hand and motioned her to sit down.
"Let's sit down and talk!"
A hint of joy flashed across Han Susu's face when she heard this.
"Thank you, Miss Xiao."
Xiao Fuguang was playing with the jade pendant that Han Susu had given him at the stall.
"You're very smart. Once you see through the deception in a relationship, you'll work hard to climb up. But in this day and age, things aren't fair to us women. It's very difficult for a woman to be independent. You've been troubled by the bad things going on with your ex lately, haven't you?"
Han Susu nodded hurriedly when she heard that.
"Ms. Xiao is right. I've already admitted my mistake, but they still won't let me go. I'm even worried that if I continue to pester them, they'll threaten me with the child."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Fuguang took a sip of tea.
"You've lived with him for many years, and you were truly kind to him in the beginning. All your sincerity, kindness, and love for him will become a knife that stabs you now. You can't break this situation, but you can start a new one."
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