The hall fell silent instantly. Kangxi silently hoped that the servants in Changchun Garden wouldn't do anything shameful for him.
"Speak!" Kangxi asked, looking at Yin.
Yin's face showed a hint of seriousness as he recounted seeing the purchasing agents going to the West Market to buy things.
As soon as he finished speaking, Li Dequan's face changed instantly. These damned things were actually from the West Market.
Emperor Kangxi noticed Li Dequan's expression out of the corner of his eye and glanced at him.
"You know the West Market!" Kangxi asked confidently.
Li Dequan kowtowed and begged for forgiveness, then explained what had happened at the West Market. The West Market was commonly known as the black market, where some of the goods sold were of dubious origin, which is why prices there were much cheaper.
After getting a general understanding of the situation at the West Market, Kangxi's expression turned even uglier. Even the servants of Changchun Garden were going there to make purchases, let alone the people in the palace.
"Ninth Prince, you should investigate this matter personally!" Kangxi believed that the West Market was a matter for the business community, and it would be best if the Ninth Prince handled it personally.
"Father, I understand!" Yin was smiling as he helped Kangxi with his duties for the first time.
"Also, you must keep an eye on whether anyone else, besides the people from Changchun Garden, goes to the West Market to buy things!" Kangxi instructed Yin, "and find out where those goods are sourced!"
A solemn expression appeared on Yin's face. Originally, he thought that as long as he kept an eye on the people, that would be enough. But now, Yin felt that his responsibility was much greater.
During the Qing Dynasty, there were many unscrupulous merchants who could not guarantee their supply channels.
These lackeys dared to do this just to profit from the price difference.
"Yes!" Yin replied immediately.
In Yin's mind, there must be a bottom line in doing business. Yin's things may be a bit expensive, but the source is absolutely reliable. He would never buy such goods.
"Ninth Prince, your shop..." Kangxi asked, looking at Yin.
"Although I have bullied other shops because of my status, the source of the goods I sell is absolutely reliable. Father, I know the stakes involved and I would never do anything against my conscience!" Yin always insisted on this bottom line, which is why there were no disputes over quality.
"Father, if your daughter-in-law can vouch for Ninth Master, many people in the business world will suppress their anger and partner with him, even if it means earning less money, just to get the goods from him!" Qingyan said directly.
Kangxi was very pleased to hear this, knowing that at least Yin would not put him in a difficult position in this matter.
"Father, I was once rebellious, but I understand your good intentions. Therefore, I will not cause trouble again!" Yin knew that Kangxi's leniency towards him was mostly due to his fourth brother's personal advice.
Kangxi was overjoyed to see that Yin had finally understood.
It was a rare moment of peace and tranquility for the family to reunite. Emperor Kangxi even called all the third-generation children to his side, and their innocent words gradually calmed his heart.
Outside the Yuanmingyuan, the princes all knew that Kangxi had gone to the remote mountain village north of the Yuanmingyuan. Yinzhi, Yinzhi, Yinqi, Yinzhi, Yinzhi, Yinxiang, and Yinzhi accompanied him. Of course, there were also some envious princes. After hearing the news, Yinzhi felt very uncomfortable all over.
When the Third Prince's wife heard the news, her face darkened even more. Many people said that if you could have a good relationship with the Fourth Prince, you would be promoted. If you couldn't get along with the Fourth Prince, you would have no worries in the future.
"Master, have you heard the rumors outside?" The Third Princess Consort entered Yinzhi's study and saw the newly married Lamei serving him.
Yin Zhi's face instantly darkened.
"You can leave now!" Yin Zhi dismissed his men directly.
Seeing Yinzhi's expression, the Third Prince's wife was very worried. If Yinzhi really got angry, she would definitely not have an easy time.
"Tell me, what are you thinking? You don't even know who Lamei is. I only took her in as a temporary measure. And you, you've come here to make things difficult for me, haven't you?" Yinzhi's eyes were cold as he complained about the Third Princess Consort. If he could, he would never want the Third Princess Consort to cause him trouble.
The Third Princess stood in front of the desk, watching Yin Zhi tap his right hand on the table, and became worried. Had she really revealed too much information?
"Master, haven't you heard the rumors going around? We can't let the people of the Fourth Prince's residence shine in our glory, can we?" The Third Princess considered herself Qingyan's sister-in-law and always addressed herself as such.
Now, Qingyan is shining brightly. Both Yin and Yinzhi envy Yin for having such a virtuous wife. Even the Crown Princess is outshone by Qingyan.
Although there were no other women in the Fourth Prince's residence, Qingyan was very fertile. In just a few years, Yin had two legitimate sons and one legitimate daughter, giving him a clear advantage in the number of legitimate sons.
"As you know, the Fourth Prince Consort's father and brother are both Father Emperor's most trusted men, something none of us can compare to." Yin Zhi complained somewhat to Consort Rong. If he could betroth Qingyan to him, would all of Yin's current honors be his own?
As soon as she finished speaking, the Third Princess Consort showed helplessness on her face. The Third Master had gone a bit too far.
Now that Dong Epengchun can no longer go to the battlefield, his power in front of Kangxi is not as great as before. Therefore, the Third Prince's wife is not as favored as before. In addition, there are many people in the inner courtyard of the Third Prince's mansion. This has given the women a glimmer of hope.
The women in the Third Master's mansion were among the most fiercely competitive, comparable to the imperial concubines in the palace.
"You are the primary consort, you should know what you can and cannot do. I don't want my brothers to plant spies in your residence!" Yin's mansion was completely impregnable, and no spies could be planted there. Yin Zhi greatly envied Yin's approach.
Now, the Fourth Prince's wife's talents are slowly being revealed, and Yinzhi feels somewhat distressed looking at the Third Prince's wife.
The fathers of Yin, Yinzhi, and Yin's three wives were all military officers. Except for the Crown Prince's wife, who had a title, the rest were promoted through military achievements. Fei Yanggu gained more and more of Kangxi's trust, and Yin received more help.
"Your Majesty, do you despise my father and brothers?" The Third Princess Consort felt a little sad after hearing Yin Zhi's words. Her father and brothers had always worked very hard, but Kangxi had never trusted the Dong E clan.
Yinzhi turned his head away and stopped talking. Before, he thought his wife was a helpful person, but now that she had married into the royal family, Dong Epengchun was completely disliked by Kangxi.
"Alright, I'm not talking to you anymore. Just don't cause any trouble for me this time, and I won't mind if you can't help me." Yin Zhi's face showed disdain.
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