Chapter 1679 Decision
Zhulan was amazed at the emperor's decisive action. It seemed like just yesterday that she heard that Rong Enqing was in charge of the reconstruction of the manor. In just a few days, the manor had changed drastically.
When Zhulan went to the village again, the area around the village was full of busy people.
Wang Wei saw his grandmother and said, "Grandma, father-in-law, you are here."
Zhulan smiled and said, "The renovation here is going to be fast."
She came once when the construction started, and the foundation was completed just a few days ago.
Wang Wei said: "The emperor gave a deadline for the reconstruction, and we sent more craftsmen and invited the people from the surrounding areas to achieve today's progress."
Zhulan saw the drawings and knew that the reconstruction was a huge project. In the future, this place would not only house orphans, but also children who wanted to learn a skill. The emperor was very pragmatic and the reconstruction was not luxurious. The drawings focused on practicality.
Wang Wei looked at the busy people in front of him, thought for a moment and said, "Grandma, it's a bit dangerous with so many people coming and going in front of you. Can I accompany you for a walk outside?"
"good."
She was worried about him, so she came to take a look.
Wang Wei got the job of being the supervisor. No matter what the future of the manor would be, it was Lady Zhou who laid the foundation. There were two people working as supervisors, and he was the designated one.
Zhulan looked around and saw that the farm was not rebuilt all at once, but one at a time, so that the children would have a place to study. She stood on a high place and looked at the farm. The houses that were not beautiful in order to save money were now all demolished.
This time the imperial court paid for the reconstruction, and Zhulan felt a little disappointed when she thought about the accounts she had to hand over.
Zhou Laoda heard his mother sighing, "Mom, are you okay?"
Zhulan, "It's nothing, I just don't care about anything anymore and feel a little emotional."
Boss Zhou was also disappointed. He used to help his mother travel between several villages, but now he has nothing to do.
Wang Wei didn't say anything. He didn't know how to persuade him. Ever since the emperor ordered the reconstruction, too many people have been eyeing this place, looking for benefits, fame and fortune. In contrast, Zhou Hou Mansion was very quiet.
Zhulan took a walk and prepared to return to the city. She brought some food for Wang Wei and left it there to signal Wang Wei not to send it off.
Wang Wei watched the carriage go away before turning back to continue his work.
Wang Wei's colleagues enviously said: "It's different to have a good Yue family."
Wang Wei smiled. He had indeed benefited a lot from the Yue family.
When Zhulan got home, she saw Mingrui as soon as she got off the carriage. "Why are you here?"
Lord Rong En is currently hiring teachers for future classes, and Mingrui has also benefited from this. Mingrui sorts out the books that the emperor has asked others to compile, which allows Mingrui to teach children for a long time. Mingrui has experience, and with her connections, no one has targeted Mingrui yet.
Mingrui, "Sun'er, come back and get the notes you dropped."
Zhulan smiled and said, "Go get busy."
Mingrui nodded, "Yeah."
Boss Zhou waited until his nephew left in the carriage before he said, "Rong Enqing is now on his own and has not joined the Ministry of Rites. Someone has recently asked my son about him."
Zhulan didn't stop walking, "What did you say?"
Boss Zhou smiled innocently, "I don't know anything about this."
Zhulan smiled, "Very good."
It is normal for these people to speculate. Who told the emperor to only let Rong Enqing do the job and not let the Ministry of Rites interfere? It is impossible to separate them separately. At least now is not the time to separate them. The emperor just didn't want to cause trouble, so he didn't let the Ministry of Rites get involved.
The struggle within the Ministry of Rites was fierce, and the emperor was too lazy to watch the struggle and did not want to affect efficiency.
Back at the main courtyard, Boss Zhou said, "Mom, my son is leaving first."
"Um."
Boss Zhou looked at his mother worriedly, fearing that the old lady was upset. Recently, he and his wife took turns to look after his mother, and he left only after seeing that his mother looked well.
In the Ministry of Rites, Chang Yi has become a popular figure. Ever since he delegated power, even though no one in the Marquis' Mansion looked down on him, no one was friendly to him.
Now, the room where he works is always full of people. He misses his future in-laws very much, even though they don’t want to see him!
Changyi looked at the Second Prince, oh, and his follower Lord Ji. He didn't have many feelings for Lord Ji, but Lord Ji did a great job as a follower, which was also a skill.
Chang Yi sighed, "Second Prince, I know nothing."
The second prince smiled and said, "I just came here to drink tea."
Changyi was tired. He had been drinking too much tea recently and didn't feel like drinking tea at all.
Ji De didn't show it on the surface but he was extremely jealous in his heart. He was a person who passed the imperial examination, while Zhou Changyi got his current official rank only because of his good father's scheme. Zhou Changyi didn't pass the imperial examination but still got his current official rank, while he didn't know when he could reach Zhou Changyi's official rank on his own.
Ji Deming suppressed the jealousy in his heart and listened carefully to what the second prince said.
Changyi has been through a lot and has seen all kinds of people. No matter how quickly Ji Deming covers up, he doesn't care. After all, he is envied by many people, not just Ji Deming.
In the palace, Zhou Shuren and the emperor were playing chess. The emperor asked, "Who do you think will be the first dean?"
Zhou Shuren said lightly, "The emperor has a candidate in mind."
Your Majesty, "It's really boring to chat with you."
"Then I will take my leave?"
The emperor snorted, "I originally wanted to ask you to be the first dean, just a figurehead, but you refused."
Zhou Shuren lowered his eyes, "Is the dean of the women's college just a figurehead?"
“You always get the point.”
Zhou Shuren put down the chess piece and looked up, "The Queen Mother hinted to my wife, so I will naturally ask for her."
The emperor muttered, "How can it be a hint? It's clearly an explicit statement."
Zhou Shuren asked, "So the dean of the women's college has real power?"
The Emperor said, "Well, the opportunity I give women to learn naturally needs to be managed by someone who understands it. The old lady has always done a good job."
Zhou Shuren thought his wife would be very happy to hear this, "Thank you, Your Majesty."
The emperor continued playing chess, "This is what the old lady deserves."
He never looked down on women, and he recognized Yang's abilities. He saw a lot from the women's internship booklet. This was a change, a change in the status of women.
The emperor muttered, "I hope my decision is right."
Zhou Shuren was extremely proud. He influenced the emperor's thinking, "Your decision will be praised by future generations."
The emperor smiled and said, "Just don't leave a bad name behind."
Zhou Shuren said firmly, "No, you are a good emperor."
The emperor raised his eyebrows and felt extremely comfortable. It was rare for Zhou Shuren to reply in such a serious tone.
After Zhou Shuren finished playing a game of chess, the emperor signaled for another game. He glanced at the prince who was reviewing memorials. Wow, the emperor was very good at squeezing the prince.
It was already dark when Zhou Shuren left the palace. It was not yet time to leave the government office, so Jinyan asked, "Sir, are you going back home directly?"
"Um."
Zhou Shuren came home early today, motioned for Jianyan to go back and rest, and walked towards the main courtyard with a happy expression.
Zhulan heard footsteps and asked, "Are you back?"
"Why don't you ask me why I came back early?"
Zhulan, "Is the Ministry of Revenue busy?"
Zhou Shuren shook his head, "I went straight home after leaving the palace."
Zhulan observed Shuren and smiled, "Is there any good news?"
Zhou Shuren nodded, "Help me get my clothes."
When Zhulan saw that there were no clothes hanging on the rack, she turned around and went to the closet to get clothes. She handed the clothes to Shuren and helped hang up the official uniform she had taken off.
Zhou Shuren told the news as he changed his clothes, "Are you happy that the emperor gave you a good news?"
(End of this chapter)