But those merchants were still not giving up. After all, the Qing Dynasty was a vast country with abundant resources and a large population, and those powerful and wealthy people had plenty of money.
As a result, caravans from various countries became easy prey.
They disappeared without a trace shortly after leaving the house!
As a result, all sorts of rumors emerged, such as the sea god's wrath, something calling from the seabed, God's punishment, and a water god transforming into a mermaid to seduce the crew...
By chance, all parties lost contact with each other.
This gave the Qing Dynasty time to focus on development.
Not only did Sherry open her own factory, but she also tentatively asked Emperor Xianfeng to open one as well.
He refused, so in the end it was Sherry who seduced the Queen to arrange it!
Because the two of them often spent time together handling palace affairs and government matters.
Sherry often pretended to be tired and helpless, and the Queen comforted her and coaxed her gently.
She was incredibly gentle.
Sherry stared in the Queen's bright, clear eyes and was momentarily stunned.
The Empress felt embarrassed by her gaze and blushed slightly as she looked away.
I'm at a loss for what to do.
"Sister, why do you love me so much?"
Sherry held onto the chair with one hand, her body blocking the Queen's view.
The empress was confined to a small space, her face flushed as she tried to appear calm.
"As the Empress of a nation, I naturally treat everyone equally."
"Really? My sister clearly loves me more! I thought she only favored me!" Shirley leaned closer to her face, pouting and acting coquettishly.
One face is sweet and dignified, the other is alluring and aloof.
Conflicting feelings were reflected on the other person's face.
The empress panicked and tried to hide, but there was nowhere to hide.
"Don't overthink it, I'm just doing my duty!"
"Really? Just to share the Emperor's burdens? Not simply for my younger sister? I don't believe it, my older sister clearly loves me the most!"
With a mournful tone, Shirley suddenly sat down on the Queen's lap.
The empress stared blankly, utterly astonished and unsure of what to do.
He was speechless, frozen in place, completely helpless with the pear.
Sherry had already pinched her chin and kissed her.
"My sister is so sweet, I love her so much..."
As Sherry spoke, her voice was sweet and cloying, and she stared at her with affectionate eyes.
The Queen panicked and tried to push her away, but Sherry grabbed her hand and placed it on her own great conscience.
"Sister, touch it, is it soft? Do you like it, sister?"
Sherry stroked herself and murmured softly.
The empress was terrified and cried, but dared not make a sound.
Her face was flushed, she looked completely lost, and her eyes were brimming with tears, making her especially endearing!
Until, Anderhai's voice came.
"My lords, the Emperor has awakened!"
The Queen shoved Sherry away and ran out in a panic.
Sherry's clothes weren't exactly disheveled, but the allure she exuded was like that of a bewitching enchantress.
Isn't it a coincidence that she discovered that, besides herself becoming empress and empress dowager, she also possessed phoenix aura?
It can absorb so much!
Sherry's original intention was also to befriend the Niohuru family.
Right now...
Sherry felt a strong liking for the Queen's shy and bashful appearance.
Girls are indeed fragrant and soft.
Even my lips felt icy cold.
Unlike men, she doesn't exude an overwhelming heat.
While Sherry was still pondering, Anderhai, who had been waiting outside for a long time without any response, thought something had happened.
They pushed the door open and came in.
And then, he met Sherry's gaze as she turned around.
That one glance almost made even the eunuch An Dehai lose control!
No wonder she was promoted to Imperial Noble Consort Yi so quickly!
Even though An Dehai became a eunuch, he still harbored a deep-seated desire to be a man.
Seeing Shirley's languid and alluring appearance, he boldly knelt down to put on her shoes.
"Your Highness's feet, paired with these blue-and-white porcelain feet with their eight-treasure design, are absolutely gorgeous! Shall I offer you some incense?"
Anderhai stared at those feet with fascination, and Sherry felt that he couldn't resist going up and sniffing them.
As soon as Sherry thought about it, she shuddered.
She has so many men she can mess with, let the eunuchs be left to the old woman.
Sherry glared at him angrily and left.
An Dehai was overjoyed!
He didn't notice the turmoil in the eyes of the little eunuch beside him.
Sherry continued to accompany Emperor Xianfeng in handling state affairs.
He said he was accompanying her, but it was only because it was important that she kept thinking about it, and he lay there making a decision.
The rest were left to a few trusted ministers to handle.
He held the pretty girl's hand, reluctant to part.
Shirley ignored all that and gradually selected people to be placed in the court. At this point, they were all opportunists.
Of course, it was handled by the Empress and Prince Gong.
Yi was ordered to take charge of the affairs of the military camp at this time.
At this time, Emperor Xianfeng intended to use foreigners to suppress popular uprisings.
Shirley arranged for several beauties from Jiangnan to accompany him every day to sing songs and listen to operas.
That way, I won't have time to do anything reckless!
Yi, perhaps having learned of An Dehai's ambition, sought out Xue Li at night and relentlessly tormented her.
Sherry was so vulnerable and helpless that she let him take whatever he wanted.
Yi felt even more heartbroken.
They even intended to kill An Dehai.
Sydney told him not to rush things, that selecting talent and creating disputes in foreign countries were the priorities.
Consort Kangci, despite having twins, did not become depressed as some historical figures have experienced due to unrequited love.
After all, it's clear that the future throne will fall into the hands of her grandson.
The old lady was very happy, but she was also afraid that if she made it too obvious, Emperor Xianfeng would overthink things.
Therefore, it is common to see twins in public.
Yet Yi seemed to be in his own backyard in the harem.
Chuxiu Palace is in a remote location, but not far from the Imperial Garden.
This emboldened Yixin even further!
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