The daily routine of the mistress of the Hou family training her husband

Chapter 138

In the end, Chen Zhi took this gamble.

Of course, Xu Shuhe was not just instigating without thinking, because when Chen Zhi mentioned the remarks about the Sixth Prince planning to murder the Crown Prince, Xu Shuhe felt something in his mind, and Chen Zhi's political attributes were enhanced, so Xu Shuhe boldly guessed that perhaps he had guessed something.

Chen Zhi had originally intended to give it a try in front of the Fifth Prince, but after hearing what Xu Shuhe said, he took this step.

He never thought that things would go better than he expected.

After Zhao Yuci heard about this, he immediately ordered Li Huo to take people to investigate it thoroughly. However, during the subsequent conversation, Chen Zhi discovered that although Zhao Yuci seemed gentle, he was actually not a soft-hearted person. Xu Shuhe's statement about true and false actually came true.

This time, if the Sixth Prince had really taken action, Zhao Yuci would definitely find a way to secretly push him to finish the task. If the Sixth Prince had not taken action, then he would take action on his behalf.

In any case, this autumn hunt is indeed a great opportunity.

Once the Sixth Prince is proven guilty of murdering the Crown Prince, he will be severely punished even if he doesn't die.

The Jiang family is watching with eager eyes, and if there is a chance, they will definitely seize the lifeblood of the Sixth Prince.

"How have you been doing in Dali Temple recently?"

When Chen Zhi was about to leave, Zhao Yuci suddenly asked this question.

"Everything goes well. Thank you for your concern, Your Highness." Chen Zhi said respectfully.

Zhao Yuci suddenly raised his hand and patted his shoulder. "This time you have discovered important clues and have made great contributions. After the autumn hunt is completed, I will try to get you out of the Dali Temple and arrange a proper official position for you."

Chen Zhi was surprised to hear this, and immediately said, "I am still young, is this against the rules? Moreover, I know that I am not very talented and learned, so I originally planned to study while working, so that if there is a chance for promotion in the future, I will not be unable to take on the responsibility and fail to live up to your support and cultivation."

After he answered like this, Zhao Yuci's eyes showed a little satisfaction, and then he spoke in a deep voice.

"In terms of fame, you are indeed inferior to others, but the way to be an official is not just about talent and knowledge. Look at the Hanlin Academy, how many top scholars have been trapped there for their entire lives, editing books and lecturing, and have never touched the real power of the government. On the contrary, many officials, who did not rank among the top in the imperial examinations, have already held high positions and important powers. Since I have spoken to you, I must think you are capable of doing this, so you must not underestimate yourself."

"Your Highness, now that I have been enlightened, I feel much more clear-headed." Chen Zhi bowed.

Seeing that he was not a blockhead, Zhao Yuci nodded slightly.

"But it's right for you to want to learn. Reading more books will be useful, but if you read at home without anyone to explain, I'm afraid the results will be too slow. Jingzhong Guanyun Academy allows non-students to audit the class. I can ask for a place for you. When you are free, go and listen to the class. The teacher there can also answer your questions."

This is a real benefit, so Chen Zhi of course agreed immediately.

After leaving the Fifth Prince, Chen Zhi walked around outside again, bought some snacks for Xu Shuhe, went to the shop to pick up Xu Shuhe, and the two went home together.

After the store opened, business was booming, and even the co-branded products launched with the Lin and Zhou families sold extremely well.

Moreover, because of the joint venture, other business owners who had been doing business here for a long time, although very dissatisfied with Xu Shu and this newcomer who was stealing their business, did not dare to cause trouble.

In fact, this mainly depends on the Lin family's face. After all, the Lin family is one of the richest merchants in Beijing, and the Zhou family is still many times worse than them. "I received a big order today. I have to go to the Ningwubo Zhang family's house to customize a coming-of-age dress for Miss Zhang. If this order is done well, I will have a good reputation among the ladies of high families in Beijing in the future!" Xu Shuhe shared happily.

Chen Zhi also smiled and nodded with her, "That's a good thing."

"Yes, the one who came to make the appointment today is the wife of Ning Wubo. She looks gentle and kind. I hope her daughter is the same." Xu Shuhe didn't want to serve a bad-tempered young lady, so he added, "Do you know who Ning Wubo is? There are many nobles in the capital. A brick thrown out can hit a third-rank official. I can't remember all these names."

"I'm not familiar with him. I heard that he is a military general by his title. Our dynasty values ​​civil officials over military officials, and the capital is dominated by civil officials. Most military generals only have titles but no real power." Chen Zhi thought about it and really knew nothing about this person.

Xu Shuhe did not ask any more questions. After all, the only thing to do in business was to get paid.

But unexpectedly, when Xu Shuhe went to Ning Wubo's mansion this day, he really encountered quite a bit of trouble.

While waiting in the front hall for the maid to pass the message, there was a sudden noise at the door, as if a guest had arrived. Xu Shuhe immediately stood up and lowered his head, for fear of disturbing the guest from the Earl's Mansion.

However, as soon as the visitor opened his mouth, his voice immediately evoked an unpleasant memory in Xu Shuhe's heart.

"Where's my aunt? Sister Yan'er is about to reach the age of marriage. I found a cockatoo of excellent quality and brought it to my cousin to amuse her!" The man strode into the hall, waving a folding fan.

The maidservant next to him stepped forward immediately, "Young Master, your cousin is here. Madam is accompanying the young lady to practice the piano right now. It just so happens that the shopkeeper of Yunshang Pavilion is here to make clothes for the young lady. Someone has already gone to inform her. Young Master, why don't you go to the flower hall at the back to meet Madam and the young lady?"

While the two were talking, Xu Shuhe quietly looked up at the cousin the maid mentioned, and his heart skipped a beat. He really was not mistaken. It was the second son of the Cheng'en Marquis family who had molested Zhou Ling, the younger brother of the Crown Prince's concubine, Xue Yi.

It’s really a narrow road between enemies.

Xu Shuhe took a deep breath and calmed herself down. Business was more important. Maybe that bastard had already forgotten about her. Later on, she would do more work and talk less, keep her head down more, leave after finishing her work, and not provoke him.

Who knew that she really underestimated Xue Yi's ability to hold a grudge.

When the maid mentioned Xu Shuhe, Xue Yi looked over here, took a quick look, then immediately narrowed his eyes and walked towards Xu Shuhe.

"Have we met this shopkeeper somewhere before?"

"My dear, have you remembered it wrongly? I just came to Beijing with my husband for business this year. How could I have any contact with you?" Xu Shuhe half lowered her head, avoiding his sight.

Before Xue Yi could say anything else, the maid who had delivered the message came back.

He had no choice but to temporarily suppress his doubts and went to the flower hall at the back with Xu Shuhe.

Xu Shuhe wanted to finish his work quickly and leave, so when he met the wife of the Ningwu Marquis, Zhang Liu, and the girl Zhang Ruoyan, he immediately measured their sizes skillfully and had them spread out the cloth, patterns, clothing drawings, etc. for the two female relatives to choose from.

But unexpectedly, even though she was quick, she was still recognized by Xue Yi, who was sitting next to her drinking tea and observing her for a long time.

"The shopkeeper said we have never met. I remember meeting him in a jewelry store in Beijing last year. There was a girl with him at that time. She called you her sister-in-law. That girl was from the Zhou family in Beijing, is that right?"