Chapter 197 Princess Shou Kang liked to keep male concubines.
When Song Zhimian arrived at the Supervisory Department, she discovered that Ye Yunshu was not alone in the room where Ye Yunshu handled official business.
Princess Shou Kang, dressed in magnificent robes, was also here.
She leaned listlessly against a nearby table, next to a cup of tea and two plates of snacks.
They've obviously been here for quite a while.
Although Song Zhimian was a little surprised, she still respectfully bowed to Princess Shou Kang.
"Greetings, Your Highness!"
Princess Shoukang quickly told Song Zhimian not to be so polite.
Ye Yunshu put the ledger in her hand aside before pointing to the three large boxes next to her.
"Those are things that Ronghua Palace prepared for the Twelfth Prince."
"You will depart the day after tomorrow. Take all these things with you. Once you reach the southwest, hand them over to the eunuch serving the twelfth prince."
Song Zhimian readily agreed.
Princess Shou Kang then stood up and took a booklet from the palace attendant.
"This is the booklet for these three boxes; everything is listed."
"Master of Ceremonies Song, you two can check this out!"
Song Zhimin nodded and took the booklet to check it with Princess Shou Kang's palace servants.
The eunuchs of the embroidery workshop and the chief ceremonial officer of the Imperial Hospital were also involved in the verification.
Song Zhimian carefully reviewed everything to ensure that everything matched the contents of the booklet.
Song Zhimian discovered that the two large boxes were probably prepared by Consort Wu of Ronghua Palace.
Clothing, hats, shoes, socks, daily necessities like pills, and some candied fruits that can be stored for a long time.
There was also a large box filled with exquisite trinkets; this box was clearly prepared by Princess Shou Kang.
Song Zhimian knew that although Princess Shou Kang had a somewhat arrogant reputation, she genuinely cared for her younger brother.
When the twelfth prince contracted mumps, it was Princess Shou Kang who led a group of people to take care of him.
Even Consort Wu's biological mother was a little scared.
After checking all the items in the three boxes, Song Zhimian instructed the eunuch to lock and seal all three boxes.
After doing all this, Song Zhimian respectfully bowed to the two of them.
"Master of Ceremonies Song, the Imperial Hospital has prepared two boxes of pills. Could you go and fetch them for me?" Ye Yunshu assigned Song Zhimin another task.
Song Zhimian quickly agreed.
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After Song Zhimian left, Princess Shou Kang moved closer to Ye Yunshu.
"Elder sister, I sent two more male concubines to Princess Jia Hui's residence, and Princess Jia Hui accepted them with a smile," Princess Shou Kang whispered.
Ye Yunshu glanced at her.
"Lan Qian, how many did you hide in the other courtyard yourself?"
"Not many, only five! Each one possesses unique skills, and can be described as having both beauty and talent."
"Elder sister, should I send you two too?" Princess Shou Kang said with a chuckle.
Ye Yunshu glared at her and continued looking at the ledger.
After finishing reading the account book in her hand, Ye Yunshu looked at Princess Shou Kang, who was leaning lazily to the side.
"Lan Qian, you don't need to do this."
I may dislike your mother, but I've never truly disliked you.
In my eyes, you are just a little girl who hasn't grown up yet.
You don't need to tell me this way that you have no ulterior motives and don't want to fight for anything!
"I don't believe you really enjoy keeping male concubines." Ye Yunshu looked at Princess Shou Kang.
Princess Shou Kang's smile froze instantly...
"Elder sister, I..."
Ye Yunshu waved her hand.
"You are a princess! The people are all watching!"
Of course, it's normal for a princess to keep a few male lovers and be a bit arrogant. You're of royal blood, so it's not excessive for you to do these things.
Others might say a few words behind your back, but legally they can't do anything to you.
But if you weren't originally this kind of person, and you force yourself to become this kind of person just to avoid getting involved in certain things, then that's not good.
You used to be competitive and, in terms of knowledge and talent, you were second to none!
Just because you're a girl?
Ye Yunshu's words made Princess Shou Kang lower her head.
After a while, Princess Shou Kang finally looked up at Ye Yunshu.
"Eldest sister, I've known since I was little that I was a tool used by Mother to increase Third Brother's leverage."
Wasn't this the idea my mother had when she wanted me to marry Cai Boju?
Fortunately, Cai Boju died young; he brought trouble upon himself and died.
Ye Yunshu sighed.
Princess Shou Kang... was also a pitiful person!
"Alright, what's past is past, don't dwell on it."
If you really want to keep a male concubine, then go ahead and do it!
"I happen to be busy with something here, could you keep an eye on things for me?" Ye Yunshu changed the subject.
"Elder sister, is there anything you need my help with?" Princess Shou Kang's eyes lit up immediately.
"The charitable institutions in the suburbs of Beijing have always been managed by me and the Crown Princess."
The expenses were allocated by the Imperial Household Department, but someone still needed to keep an eye on things on a daily basis.
The most unpredictable thing in the world is the human heart. The Crown Princess and I are worried that the managers of the charity will outwardly comply but inwardly defy us.
Unfortunately, the Crown Princess has been unwell lately because of the matter concerning Lord Shangguan.
A lot more account books have been sent over from Jiangnan, so I can't leave here.
With the weather getting colder, the children at the charity should also get some winter clothes.
"Go check on them for us! If anyone breaks the rules... you can handle it!" Ye Yunshu said with a smile.
Princess Shou Kang was stunned for a while before slowly getting up and then respectfully bowing to Ye Yunshu.
"Elder sister, I understand!"
She knew that Ye Yunshu had asked her to do this.
Although the charity hall is small, it is concerned with people's livelihood...
"Go ahead! I only have one request: when you go to the charity, don't bring your gigolos with you, so as not to corrupt the children!" Ye Yunshu continued.
Princess Shou Kang...
By the time Song Zhimian returned from the Imperial Hospital with the pills Ye Yunshu had requested, Princess Shou Kang had already left.
"My lord, here are the pills you requested!" Song Zhimian placed two boxes of pills in front of Ye Yunshu.
Ye Yunshu smiled.
"This is for the King of Qi. You should take it with you. It contains nourishing pills."
Song Zhimian said "oh" and put the two boxes of pills away.
Watching Song Zhimian do things in such a methodical manner, Ye Yunshu felt a little dazed.
Song Zhimian has been a lady-in-waiting in the Eastern Palace for less than a year!
She still remembered the first time she met Song Zhimian; the young girl nervously told her that she wanted to donate her dowry...
Now...
She seems completely different from the little girl before; she pulled herself out of the predicament entirely on her own!
"Song Zhimian!" Ye Yunshu suddenly spoke again.
Song Zhimian quickly sat up straight.
"Please give your orders, sir!"
"There's one more thing I need you to do for me on this trip to the Southwest!" Ye Yunshu said, looking at Song Zhimian.
"Sir, please tell me! What is it?" Song Zhimin's expression also turned serious.
"Kill Ruan Xingzhi!" Ye Yunshu said calmly.
Song Zhimian...
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