The Wealthy Eldest Sister Rules Supreme - Chapter 618 - Chapter 618: Chapter 605: Sly and Cunning

Chapter 618: Chapter 605: Sly and Cunning

“The First Prince does not need to be greedy these days, all he needs to do is to handle his own affairs well, to keep a low profile. It’s enough to win the Emperor’s favor.”

“Yes, Mr. Wei, rest assured, I have it all figured out.” Chu Yunhe repeatedly assured him.

However, while he seems respectful outwardly, he somehow feels disdainful deep within.

The Emperor is ignoring him, even the mood in the court has changed. If he remains low-key during this period, how can he ever compete with the rising Chu Yunzhao?

While keeping a low profile, he must manipulate some affairs behind the scenes in order that he may quickly regain his position.

Chu Yunhe squinted.

Mr. Wei was quite relieved to see him agree so readily. Discussing other matters with Chu Yunhe, they walked out of the palace together.

On the other hand, Chu Yunzhao was frowning at Chu Jinnian, “Mr. Wei and the First Prince are trying to grant Miss Zhuang a title, clearly they have some motives. The Magistrate of Ningming Prefecture also has the surname Zhuang, he too was put in his position by Mr. Wei. Could it be that this Miss Zhuang, who claims to be a farmer’s daughter is actually Magistrate Zhuang’s daughter? Is she seeking the title of county ruler to consolidate the power of Mr. Wei and the First Prince in Ningming?”

Listening to Chu Yunzhao, Chu Jinnian couldn’t help but laugh, “Fourth Prince, you’ve guessed it right.”

Not only did he figure out the minds of Chu Yunhe and Mr. Wei, he even guessed Zhuang Qisheng’s little plan.

At this moment, Chu Jinnian even wanted to give Chu Yunzhao a thumbs up.

“So when you knew what Mr. Wei and the First Prince were planning, why did you help them?” Chu Yunzhao’s brows furrowed tighter.

“Guess?” Chu Jinnian glanced at Chu Yunzhao.

Guess?

How could he possibly guess?

After pondering for a long time, Chu Yunzhao looked up and said softly, “Perhaps… has he lost his mind?”

Seeing Chu Jinnian’s expression visibly darken, he quickly changed his tune, “Of course that’s impossible. Since Master Chu is going against the grain, he must have his reasons, right?”

“Can Master Chu share the reasons with me?”

Chu Yunzhao grinned obsequiously.

Chu Jinnian did not respond, only holding up a finger and shaking it in front of Chu Yunzhao.

“One…what?” Chu Yunzhao was a little confused.

“One shop, and I’ll tell you the answer.” Chu Jinnian raised his chin.

It was just like guessing!

Chu Yunzhao barely resisted the urge to flip the table, finally grinding his teeth and retorting angrily, “I don’t have a shop to give, but I can give you half.”

“That’s fine, half a shop is still a shop. You can save up it for now and slowly add to it later. There’s no hurry.” Chu Jinnian chuckled.

He would never escape Chu Jinnian’s cunning and scheming.

“Fine, half it is.” Chu Yunzhao bit down firmly, grinding his teeth to pieces, “Hurry and tell me, what is the reason?”

“Haven’t you noticed that the surname Zhuang seems very familiar?” Chu Jinnian countered.

Familiar?

Pondering, Chu Yunzhao stroked his chin.

Indeed it was familiar, wasn’t the Magistrate of Ningming who was associated with Mr. Wei named Zhuang Qisheng? So, he assumed the would-be county ruler Miss Zhuang had some relation to Zhuang Qisheng.

However, looking at Chu Jinnian, it was certainly not for this reason.

But regarding the surname Zhuang, if it had nothing to do with Zhuang Qisheng, yet still sounded familiar…

Chu Yunzhao suddenly slapped his forehead, exclaiming excitedly, “This Miss Zhuang… could she be Doctor Zhuang?”

“What do you think?” Chu Jinnian merely smiled.

His lack of denial was indeed an admission.

Though Chu Yunzhao was surprised initially, he quickly filled with joy, “So it’s really Miss Zhuang. No wonder you didn’t stop them but helped them instead.”

“Ah, tell me, do the First Prince and Mr. Wei have any idea about their relationship?”

After asking, Chu Yunzhao slapped his forehead again, “What a foolish question. If they knew, why would they beg Miss Zhuang for reward? They clearly don’t know the inside story yet.”

“However, I look forward to the First Prince and Mr. Wei’s reaction when they discover the truth.”

They will likely be hitting their chests with regret.

As Chu Yunzhao thought about it, he couldn’t help but laugh out loud, sighing, “They’re going to get a taste of their own medicine.”

“I’m afraid this one thing alone wouldn’t be enough.” Chu Jinnian smirked, his mouth full of cunning and mocking laughter, “There is another thing you probably wouldn’t even think of.”

“Oh? What is it?” Chu Yunzhao was very curious about what could bring such a gleeful expression to the usually calm Chu Jinnian.

Chu Jinnian turned to the side, whispering something in Chu Yunzhao’s ear.

“Is that really true?” After listening, Chu Yunzhao’s face changed.

“Indeed, it’s unexpected. To be able to hide it to this extent shows how gutsy the Empress and the First Prince are.” A chill ran across Chu Jinnian’s face. “It also proves to what extent the Empress and her son, the First Prince, will go to get what they want.”

“Indeed, they will stop at nothing. However, their tactics are not very clever. They are foolish people with many thoughts and fears. When the truth comes out, even a god won’t be able to save them.”

Chu Yunzhao was furious, but also troubled, “Although we know all this, it seems only we are aware. It probably poses no threat to them. If we wait until the day their guilt is revealed…”

The waiting time would be too long.

No one knows what could happen in between.

“This matter is being closely monitored by others, more so than us.” Chu Jinnian laughed, “Don’t forget, the wife of the First Prince, Mrs. Wang, is also expecting a child. The Emperor has rewarded her generously for this joyous occasion.”

Chu Yunzhao instantly understood Chu Jinnian’s implication and smirked slyly, “The competition between wives and concubines is a common occurrence in the palace. They often stop at nothing. Considering Mrs. Liang’s arrogance and Mrs. Wang’s uncompromising nature due to her legitimate status, they are capable of anything.”

“It looks like we just need to wait for the drama to unfold.”

“We need to watch the show, but we also need to fan the flames.” Chu Jinnian spoke, “The things that need to be spread, the whispers that need to be heard, should all reach the ears of the intended people.”

“I have already arranged for someone to do this. The Fourth Prince doesn’t need to worry. What the Fourth Prince needs to worry about now is the matter between you and Miss Luo.”

As the conversation about Chu Yunhe abruptly switched to him and Luo Shishan, Chu Yunzhao was suddenly uneasy and coughed lightly.