Chapter 388 Arrange all matters
Hongzhu shook her head like a rattle, fearing that her master would give an order to force her to go back, so she continued hurriedly.
"You have already drawn up the rules for next year, and you are probably very busy. How can I give up my duties at this time?
Master, don't worry. Even though I'm pregnant, I won't delay my work. If I delay your important task, Hongzhu will bring her head before me!"
Hongzhu, already feeling deeply ungrateful for the Empress's kindness, couldn't afford to slack off and rest. She was so worried about not being able to shine and dedicate her youth to her master's grand ambitions that she even signed a military order.
Is today's inspirational chicken soup too hot and too strong?
How could a bowl of ordinary chicken soup for the soul turn an ancient girl into a workaholic who would work herself to death and never complain and force herself to stay at her job?
This is unscientific!
Jiang Wan blinked guiltily.
Looking at the workers in front of him who wanted to make progress so much, the conscience that had basically disappeared without a trace, in the guilty chest of the black-hearted slave owner, a little light of righteousness was emitted.
"Hey! Hongzhu, listen to me.
Nothing in the world can be accomplished overnight; everything must be done step by step. Even if time is tight, there's no way you can spare a moment to have a baby.
The road ahead is long and arduous, so we must proceed slowly. It won't be accomplished overnight. Don't be impatient, don't interrupt, just listen to me!"
After raising her hand to interrupt the other person, she rubbed her forehead again and repeated her words in a stronger tone.
"If you don't want to go back for maternity leave for the time being, that's fine, but you must always pay attention to your physical condition. But once your belly gets bigger, you must go back and give birth to the baby. This is an order!"
"Yes! As you command."
Stand up and salute respectfully to receive the order. The master has given an order that cannot be contradicted, so as a servant, you should not be so bold as to refuse.
"Well, sit down."
Finally convincing the person, he quickly put the matter behind him. Jiang Wan raised his right hand and placed it on the table, gently tapping one of the secret letters.
"I just received news that chaos has begun to break out at the Prime Minister's Mansion. Don't return to the palace for the next few days. Stay outside and work with Ma Fei to see how things unfold.
Ma Fei is busy outside today, so I won't wait to call him to talk. Just give him my instructions.
Later, when everyone arrived, let Ma Fei equip them with all the necessary items and send them out. He must find out the movements of the surrounding countries as quickly as possible, especially Dali and Linyue.
These foreigners will arrive in the spring, and they are definitely coming with ill intentions. The secret agents left by the previous emperor have long lost their effectiveness, so we must find a way to find out the details of these people ourselves.
Tell Ma Fei to hurry up!"
"yes!"
"Also, I've already sent a message to Dongling Mansion. Calculating the date, they should already be on their way, and they should reach the capital in a few days.
I originally wanted to invite them to Beijing to celebrate the New Year, but I don’t know why they were delayed on the road for so long!
This time, Feng Lan, Lu Ping'er, and the siblings Wan Qusheng and Wan Jingya should come here with some people. You will be responsible for arranging them when the time comes.
All matters concerning the upcoming Huayanfang were handed over to Feng Lan and Lu Ping'er, Wan Jingya was in charge of Happy City, and Wan Qusheng asked him to join Qianji Pavilion to work under Jiang Han.
These things will be left to specialized people. You just need to assist in the allocation of money and items, organize all the accounts, and report to me later.
The Ministry of Revenue spent a huge amount of money to build Banbian Street. It would be best if it could be opened for business when envoys from various countries arrive. We should try to earn more money from foreigners.
It also saves Minister Chu from standing in front of me every day, constantly complaining about the treasury having no money, the Ministry of Revenue having no money, and Old Chu having no money. I'm really getting so annoyed by his debt-challenging that I'm almost hearing smoke coming out of my ears!"
“Puff~~”
Thinking about how the Minister of Revenue used to frown and be serious every day, and now he seemed like a different person, wholeheartedly following the Empress to make money, Hongzhu couldn't help laughing.
"If you want to laugh, just laugh. Don't force yourself to hold it in. If you hold it in for too long, it won't be good for the baby in your belly."
The Queen Mother gave a few cold reminders, and when she saw her personal secretary instantly gave up on controlling his expression, tilted his head and trembled his shoulders, she sighed helplessly.
Thinking back to my complaints just now, I couldn't help but laugh out loud.
"Actually, if you think about it carefully, you can't blame the Minister of Revenue for being terrified of money. After all, it's widely acknowledged that the Dayu court is poor, but Lord Chu wasn't one to grow up in poverty.
It is indeed not easy for a noble scholar from a distinguished family to abandon his scholarly dignity for the sake of the common people and to spend the whole day counting the melons and dates in the national treasury.
"Alas, I have to be more considerate of him. Otherwise, if Minister Chu is pushed too far, what will happen if he quits? Who else would be willing to take on this hot potato..."
After listening to her master's mumblings and forcing herself to calm down, Hongzhu, whose smile had subsided, bowed respectfully in response.
"Yes, Master, don't worry, I will definitely get everything done!"
"Well, why should I be worried about you doing things? You have always been steady and mature, unlike that girl Hongxiu who jumps around all day long..."
"My queen, are you teasing me with Sister Hongzhu again? How am I not mature and steady now? Who in the palace and outside the palace doesn't call me Sister Hongxiu when they see me? I am now very steady and prudent in my work!"
Well, it's true that you can't talk about people during the day, because if you do, they'll come back. Being caught red-handed, even someone as thick-skinned as the Empress would feel a little embarrassed.
"Oh, I was just making a casual analogy with your sister Hongzhu. Our Miss Hongxiu is very generous now, so she will definitely not argue with us, right?"
"I dare not argue with you, my master,"
Hongxiu, who walked into the room with her skirt lifted, pouted her little mouth, and rushed to Hongzhu's side without stopping, stretching out her little claws that were full of revenge.
"But this servant wants to get serious with Sister Hongzhu! Hehehe, Sister Hongzhu, please give up quickly. Here comes Sister Hongxiu!"
"You are such a dishonest girl..."
"Hongxiu, stop it! Your sister Hongzhu is pregnant!"
～～～!!!
The Queen Mother's loud shout immediately interrupted Hongxiu Ma's desire for revenge. The girl blinked her big eyes and stared at her sister's belly as if she had seen a ghost. As she stared, her eyes turned red with anger.
"Hongzhu, why don't you keep your word? We already agreed that you would come back and be my nanny, so how come you got pregnant secretly again?"
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