Chapter 1018 Setting Off (3)

Chapter 1018: Setting Off (3) Chapter 1018: Setting Off (3) Editor: Atlas Studios Mu Yangling did not expect the progress to be so fast.

Her initial shock quickly turned into delight.

If Great Qi could surpass the Western countries in firearms, there would be nearly no aspect in which Great Qi was lagging behind.

Mu Yangling thought for a moment and said, “Let Zhou De bring some craftsmen to study in the west.

Although we’re not afraid of them, wouldn’t it be better if we can be ahead of them at all times?” Qi Haoran pursed his lips.

“Up to you.

As long as you can find a craftsman who’s willing to go.” Unless it was a fugitive or there were huge benefits to be gained, who would willingly go to the west to suffer?

One might as well stay in Great Qi to learn from the master craftsmen and polish his skills himself.

However, seeing that his wife was so happy, Qi Haoran did not dampen her spirits.

The capital sent a team of imperial guards to escort Little Treasure back.

Qi Haoran also deployed some of his subordinates to serve Little Treasure.

Coupled with the secret guards beside him, it could be said that his protection was impenetrable.

Unless he encountered a large group of rebels, nothing would happen to him.

When Joao and Jose saw this, they couldn’t help but click their tongues.

They felt that it was even more grand than their king’s trip.

They couldn’t help but be a little puzzled.

Wasn’t Little Treasure just Prince Rong’s nephew?

What was with all this ostentation?

They remained puzzled all the way to the capital.

Joao widened his eyes in surprise.

“You’re the Crown Prince of Great Qi?” Little Treasure nodded with a smile.

“I’m going to the palace to pay my respects now and can’t accompany you anymore.

I’ve already gotten someone to inform the steward of the Prince’s estate who’s staying in the capital.

He’ll arrange your accommodation.

Don’t worry, my Fourth Uncle has arranged everything.

I’ll come out to see you after I’m done with my matters.” Joao heaved a sigh of relief and sent Little Treasure away.

When Little Treasure returned to the palace, the happiest people were none other than his teachers.

They finally didn’t have to pretend that the Crown Prince was seriously studying in the East Palace, constantly worried that people would find out otherwise.

Regarding the Crown Prince who had left the palace, a few teachers had already secretly prepared tons of homework for him when he returned.

Fang Zhiyuan knew that the first person the Crown Prince would meet would definitely be the Emperor, so he tactfully led his colleagues out of the palace to give the “Crown Prince” a break.

The Crown Prince, who had returned from a long vacation, rushed into the Imperial Study.

When he saw his Royal Father, he couldn’t help but rush up and hug him.

“Royal Father, I’m back!” Qi Xiuyuan’s expression softened, but he still said with a straight face, “You know to come back?

I thought you wanted to stay outside for the rest of your life.” Little Treasure’s eyes turned red, and his big head arched in his father’s arms.

Qi Xiuyuan couldn’t hold it in anymore.

As he grabbed his arm, he patted his head gently.

“You just said you wouldn’t make Royal Father sad, and now you’re stabbing Royal Father’s heart.

I haven’t settled scores with you yet, but you’re crying first.” Little Treasure’s eyes were red as he said in a low voice, “I don’t know what happened at that time, but I felt so bored in the palace that I couldn’t stay on for even a minute.

That’s why I wanted to run out.” “Do you regret it?” Little Treasure lowered his head.

“If I was alone, I could immediately turn around when I felt regret.

But since I brought Second Brother along, I couldn’t leave him with the impression that I’m weak and irresponsible.” Qi Xiuyuan’s hands itched.

“You’re being responsible by leading your brother so far away?” Little Treasure looked at his father firmly.

“I don’t know about that.

But I do know that one who retreats at the first sign of difficulty is definitely a coward.” Qi Xiuyuan couldn’t say anything.

He didn’t know if he should be gratified or angry.

After a long while, he sighed and patted his head.

“Alright, let’s go see your Royal Mother.

She hasn’t been eating or sleeping well recently.” Li Jinghua was already waiting at the entrance of the Palace of Earthly Tranquility.

When she saw her son and husband walking over from afar, her eyes turned red.

Wen Cui hurriedly held her.

“Your Majesty.” Li Jinghua held Wen Cui’s hand tightly and almost lost her composure.

During this period of time, she had been tense, comforting Qi Xiuyuan, acting happy in front of the imperial concubines, and being dignified when meeting the wives of the officials.

So was she not worried?

No, she was more worried than anyone else.

Not only was she worried about their father-son relationship, but she was also worried about her son’s safety.

While Qi Xiuyuan had four sons, she only had one son.

If something really happened to Little Treasure, she was afraid that she wouldn’t be able to live anymore.

Hence, looking at her healthy son, Li Jinghua couldn’t suppress her emotions for a moment.

Little Treasure was full of reliance when facing his father, but he was a little ashamed when facing his mother.

He had known since he was young that he was the pillar of support for his mother and younger sister, but now, not only did he fail to protect his mother, but he also made her worry for him.

Li Jinghua seemed to know what her son was thinking.

After bowing to Qi Xiuyuan, she held his hand and stroked his head.

“It’s good that you’re back.” The family of three reunited.

Seeing that the crisis had been resolved, Little Treasure excitedly told them about what he had seen on the way and what life in Guangzhou was like.

Li Jinghua asked curiously, “Didn’t you say that you were raising pearls?

Did you succeed?” Little Treasure blushed a little.

“It’s not good to open the clams for pearls when they’re too young, so we want to start opening them at the end of next summer.” Qi Xiuyuan glanced at him and said, “Seeing as you’ve invested so much, I hope you won’t cry if you end up failing.” Little Treasure said confidently, “That won’t happen.

We’re not short of money now.

There are also many fish, crabs, lobsters, and other things raised in the aqua farm.

All of which can bring in some earnings.

Moreover, our music boxes are selling especially well at the moment, bringing in 500 to 600 taels of silver a month.” It was even higher than his Crown Prince’s salary.

Seeing that he was so happy even though it was merely 500 to 600 taels, Qi Xiuyuan said with a straight face, “Poverty stunts ambition.

After being poor for so many years, your ambition is only so little?” “This is the first time we can earn so much money so steadily.

Of course, I’m happy.” Little Treasure said with a smile, “But I know that I can earn more money in the future.” Li Jinghua pulled a long face and said, “Wenchen, don’t forget that you’re the Crown Prince.

Your vision and aspirations should be focused on government affairs.

How can you keep thinking about money?” Little Treasure sat up straight slightly.

“Royal Mother, I understand, but you need money to get anything done in the court.

The Ministry of Revenue is still the most important of the six ministries.” Qi Xiuyuan glanced at him and said, “Then first go to the Ministry of Revenue to observe politics when you’re 12 years old.

Make a trip to all six ministries.” Little Treasure became excited and said excitedly, “Royal Father, I’d better first go to the Ministry of Rites first to learn the Crown Prince’s etiquette.

This way, I’ll be able to go to one less ministry after I turn 12.” Qi Xiuyuan snorted.

“You sure know how to be lazy.” However, he did not refute and agreed.

Little Treasure chuckled.

Looking at his happy little face, Qi Xiuyuan sighed.

Little Treasure knew that his Royal Father was thinking about his Second Brother again.

When he asked about the Second Prince in the Imperial Study just now, he was like this, too.

Little Treasure held his hand and said, “Royal Father, don’t worry.

Second Brother is doing very well in Guangzhou.

If you miss him, just ask him to send you a few more portraits.”

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