Chapter 1641: 1638: Drinking and Causing Trouble

Chapter 1641: Chapter 1638: Drinking and Causing Trouble

“Indeed, even with the Dowager Empress’s edict, we are not without means.”

“Right, my lord, how about… when the time comes, we directly destroy the Dowager Empress’s birthday gifts and, in the process, sabotage those weaving machines?” someone suggested.

Qi Shang’s eye twitched: “Are you sure?”

“Of course, the Chu family dares to openly establish a timber workshop, isn’t this declaring war on us? They’re not afraid of us taking action against them.”

“Although the edict seems threatening, if the Chu family themselves anger the Dowager Empress, the weaving machines will be a minor issue. If they become chaotic, they might have fewer defensive personnel. At that time, when the Chu family is too busy to look after themselves, we can seize the opportunity to steal the weaving machines amidst the chaos.”

Qi Shang was somewhat tempted, but still hesitant.

The aide beside him added, “My lord, have you forgotten? King Qi’s fief is in Jiangnan, where they raise silkworms…”

Without needing further explanation, a consensus was reached.

Qi Shang rubbed his thumb lightly over the ring he was wearing, and finally nodded: “Alright.”

Minister of Punishments Zhang Zhonghai, upon hearing this news, scoffed: “Truly bold, standing out in the open, not afraid of becoming a target. Tell the men below to keep a watch, but not to act rashly.”

Minister of Revenue Chen Tianmin, appearing skeptical, burned what he had read after viewing it, and sighed lightly: “Alas, wanting to be at ease is not that easy.”

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Ye Muyu paid no heed to the external rumors.

She only instructed Zhu San to gather some information, ensuring the actions of several families plotting had been halted, and with that confirmation, she nodded in satisfaction.

No matter what they were plotting in their hearts, the time she could secure now was the most precious.

“Lady, have you thought about what to prepare as a birthday gift for the Dowager Empress?” After discussing the follow-up development with Ye Muyu, Tang Dongfeng paused before leaving, remembered this matter, and couldn’t resist asking out of curiosity.

Ye Muyu nodded: “I have, and aren’t you arranging people to prepare it?”

“Hmm?” Tang Dongfeng recalled the recent tasks Ye Muyu instructed, which included gathering timber, selecting personnel, and concealing storage warehouses.

However…

He pondered for a while, suddenly realizing something, looked up at her: “Is it related to wooden products?”

“Yes.” Ye Muyu nodded, admitting this point.

Seeing Tang Dongfeng wanting to ask more, Ye Muyu helplessly said: “You’ll know when the time comes, saying it now would ruin the surprise.”

“Alright, I won’t ask more, just let me know directly what you need.” Tang Dongfeng stood up, bid farewell to Ye Muyu, and turned to leave.

Not long after.

Tang Dongfeng delivered the selected timber.

Ye Muyu became busy, spending most of her daily time carving wood.

This day.

In the capital, a lively major event occurred.

Su Mei stood outside the room, “Lady, there’s something to report.”

“Hold on.” Ye Muyu yawned, put down her tools, placed the half-finished product properly, turned around and exited the room, closing the door behind her, and patted her shoulder.

Seeing this, Su Mei waited for her to sit in the nearby drawing-room, stood by her side, and reached out to massage her shoulders.

Ye Muyu did not refuse, as long hours of work had indeed left her shoulders a bit sore.

“Lady, something happened last night. They say Princess Weisaiya went to the tavern with only two guards, and somehow got involved in a drunken brawl.”