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"Are you really set on this?" Sang Qingxiao pondered for a moment and reminded, "Since Zhu Gonggong has been operating in Huzhou for years, even if he has gone missing, his people must still be scattered throughout the area. Cleaning them out won't be easy. Not to mention, the Empress Dowager might also have an interest in Huzhou."
Once this drama of a conflict between grandfather and grandson unfolds, it could easily lead to a fallout, so you must handle it carefully.
You guessed right; the Empress Dowager is indeed interested in Huzhou. The silver in her treasury is not less than that in His Majesty's private vault. Most of it was earned by Zhu Gonggong in this region, and he left some nearby for emergencies.
After Zhu Gonggong's incident, she not only sent a favored eunuch over but also brought along several beautiful spies, intending to secretly transfer some wealth to Yue Governor. Once she learns about Yue Governor's serious illness, she will likely become interested in the position of Prefect of Huzhou as well.
Qi Xiaomian sighed at this point, reflecting that the Empress Dowager was originally just a girl from a humble official family. Before becoming the Empress Dowager, she lived cautiously day by day. Who would have thought that after becoming the master of the harem, her ambitions would grow larger?
In places where His Majesty hasn't noticed, I have also discovered her supporting certain princes; she has just been selective and hasn't made any decisions yet.
Sang Qingxiao sighed as well, "Desire always blinds one's eyes. You are now calculating every day in the officialdom; don't wait until one day you too are blinded and can't turn back."
Qi Xiaomian thought about the years he had spent laying down his plans and realized he could no longer turn back. He simply didn't want to reach the top; after all, everything he did was to protect himself and those who followed him. The burden of reaching the top was too heavy; he neither wanted nor could bear it.
Old Vine always advises me to keep my distance from you because he fears I might get entangled in your troubles. To be honest, I am quite afraid of such complications myself.
The matters of the Sang Family rest on your shoulders; it's not something you can just walk away from. This was the first time Qi Xiaomian openly spoke about the Sang Family's affairs with her. Always stay clear-headed and know what you want; when the time comes, there's no need to resist—just do your best.
Having had her thoughts laid bare, Sang Qingxiao pouted and refused to respond.
After a moment of silence, Qi Xiaomian asked, "Carrying so much weight must be exhausting, right?"
"I don't know what you're talking about," Sang Qingxiao retorted sharply. "If we're talking about exhaustion, you're probably more tired—always being betrayed by others. At least I haven't had any friends or family betray me as I've grown up."
Hearing this made Qi Xiaomian laugh out loud; what a stubborn girl! "You can always come to me for some relief."
"Don't feel uncomfortable; just find comfort here with me!" Qi Xiaomian replied playfully.
"Honestly, I do feel a bit uneasy," Qi Xiaomian admitted.
The Empress Dowager's actions could be considered treasonous. By concealing her treasonous acts for her, you have already repaid her years of care for you. From now on, just treat it as a superficial relationship between grandparent and grandchild; as long as you don't mind it in your heart, it won't be painful. Haven't you already gained experience in this regard?
If it's truly hard to let go and your heart still aches, think more about those brothers who sacrificed their lives for their country because of her.
Qi Xiaomian responded with a faint "mm."
The two fell silent again, each lost in their own worries until Qi Xiaomian's Shadow Guard appeared, holding a stack of books.
"Sir, I've found some information regarding the case and brought some over."
Qi Xiaomian gestured towards Sang Qingxiao with his chin. The Shadow Guard respectfully placed the books before Sang Qingxiao and quietly stepped aside to stand still, even holding his breath so that someone with lesser skills would hardly notice his presence.
Sang Qingxiao couldn't help but sigh again at the methods employed by Qi Xiaomian. As she opened the book, the first thing she saw was the name of Zhang Linglong's husband, Chen Xiucai. After reading just a few pages, her brows furrowed deeply. By the time she reached the end, she slammed the book down onto the table in frustration.
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