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The imperial study was brightly lit.

The window was half-open, and gusts of hot air rushed in from outside.

Xiao Ye was annotating a composing document with a vermilion pen.

His brows furrowed slightly, whether from the heat or from the convoluted words on the folded paper that annoyed him.

He looked up when he heard footsteps outside.

"You're here?"

A figure strode in.

Gu Mingli bowed.

Then he sat down directly in front of his desk, and before he was even properly seated, he started talking.

"Your Majesty, I have something to discuss with you."

Xiao Ye put down his pen, pushed the folding book aside, and turned to look at him.

Gu Mingli took out a drawing from his sleeve, got up and walked to the dragon table, where he unfolded and flattened it.

"The Cui family cut off the accommodations for the Cuju tournament. All fifteen inns and restaurants in the capital withdrew their contracts."

Xiao Ye's eyebrows twitched slightly, but his expression remained unchanged.

He had anticipated this; the methods used by powerful clans were always insidious and underhanded.

He was just more eager to see how Gu Mingyue would respond.

Gu Mingli pointed to an area above the drawing and continued speaking.

"My sister wants to borrow the royal palace on the outskirts of Beijing to temporarily serve as a VIP reception area."

Wow!

Upon hearing this, Liu An and Geng Zhi both widened their eyes.

The two exchanged a furtive glance.

This Gu Dadan is getting more and more outrageous!

A palace can't just be "borrowed" like that!

That belongs to the royal family! The royal family!

Look at you! Why don't you just say you'll stay at the palace?!

Xiao Ye didn't speak, but lowered his head and looked down at the blueprint.

The drawings were done very carefully.

The main hall, side halls, flower halls, and gardens are clearly divided into areas, and the purpose of each area is carefully noted in small print.

"VIP Reception Area?"

"right."

Gu Mingli couldn't help but applaud his sister's plan when he thought about it.

The Cui family's petty tricks were utterly insignificant compared to his sister's.

If you can't find accommodation, then find a better one.

Instead of staying in inns, we'll stay in a palace!

He cleared his throat, a smile playing on his lips, a sense of pride rising from the soles of his feet.

"The palace is not a place that just anyone can stay in. To stay there, one must become a VIP member of the competition."

Overwhelmed with pride, my emotions were quietly at their peak at this moment.

And it was at this moment that the "All-Around Talent" skill, "Seductive Voice," was passively and silently triggered.

Gu Mingli had no idea.

He pointed at the blueprints, still explaining them earnestly.

"Membership requirements~~~~ The starting bid is 30,000 taels of silver; the highest bidder wins~~~~~~"

"This money won't go into the Pujitang's accounts—it'll go directly into the national treasury!"

Gu Mingli: "..."

凸(艹皿艹)！ ！

What kind of voice is that, with its endless twists and turns?!

What kind of melodic and rhythmic tune is this?!

He froze on the spot.

He felt as if his face was being repeatedly rubbed against the ground by the system.

A system notification popped up, flashing pink hearts in a particularly fitting way.

[The all-around passive skill "Enchanting Voice" has been triggered!]

[Skill effect remaining duration: 10 seconds... 9 seconds... 8 seconds...]

Gu Mingli: ...

He finally understood what the system meant by "always available".

This isn't something he can use anytime.

The system can use it at any time.

Gu Mingli quickly covered his mouth, suppressing the rest of his words.

At that moment, he was absolutely certain.

Ever since he was bound to this palace intrigue system, he has been freely flying down the path of making a fool of himself.

the other side.

Xiao Ye was stunned for a moment when he heard the voice that had suddenly changed tone.

The hairs on my forearms stood on end.

He closed his eyes and took a deep breath.

Stay calm! Stay composed!

Gu Mingli is just that special.

This person is really dramatic!

I already knew.

I, the Emperor, will tolerate it!

The saying "No pain, no gain" holds true.

He calmed himself down and slowly opened his eyes.

"Is your throat sore?"

Gu Mingli covered his mouth and nodded.

The countdown is still ticking: [7 seconds... 6 seconds... 5 seconds...]

He must remain absolutely silent for the rest of the humiliating time.

Xiao Ye frowned as he watched his strange movements.

Why are you covering your mouth? Are you thirsty?

Gu Mingli instinctively wanted to say "hmm".

The result was that when he opened his mouth:

"Eek~~"

Xiao Ye: "..."

Gu Mingli: "..."

Holy crap!

There was a full two seconds of silence inside the hall.

Liu An lowered his head, staring at the tips of his shoes, his expression completely out of control.

Geng Zhi quietly turned to the side and pursed his lips tightly.

Xiao Ye took a deep breath, raised his hand, and calmly instructed the waiter:

"Bring Lord Gu some herbal tea to cool him down."

The young eunuch quickly bowed and hurriedly served the herbal tea to cool the body.

Gu Mingli silently accepted it.

His gaze was fixed on the rim of the cup, while he glanced at the system countdown out of the corner of his eye.

[3 seconds... 2 seconds... 1 seconds...]

[Skill effect has ended.]

He gulped down the entire cup of herbal tea.

I put down the cup and let out a long breath.

He cleared his throat to make sure his voice had returned to normal.

He quickly composed himself, maintaining a calm expression, and continued the previous topic.

But that pride has completely disappeared.

"Um... my sister said that people with this membership can have their policy proposals submitted within a year bypass the cabinet and go directly to the Emperor."

As Gu Mingli finished speaking, he discreetly observed Xiao Ye's expression.

Seeing that he did not object, she continued.

"Furthermore, after moving into the palace, there will be opportunities to attend palace banquets and meet His Majesty."

The hall was quiet for a moment.

Xiao Ye lowered his eyes and chuckled.

The girl from the Gu family arranged everything very clearly.

Although the Cui family cut off the accommodation problem.

But she then borrowed the royal palace.

This is more respectable, rarer, and more sought-after than an inn.

The starting bid for membership is 30,000 taels of silver, which will not go into the Puji Hall but will go directly into the national treasury.

His policy proposals reached the Emperor directly, and he was invited to a palace banquet to meet him.

Not a single step is wasted.

Xiao Ye looked up at Gu Mingli.

"Your sister is building a ladder for the privileged children who have no hope of advancement."

Gu Mingli chuckled, just about to proudly praise his sister.

But remembering that tone of voice, he immediately suppressed his pride.

"Your Majesty is wise."

Xiao Ye picked up a vermilion pen and quickly wrote a few lines on a blank document.

He put pen to paper and affixed his personal seal.

"Approved. This quota is limited to three hundred people per year."

"I will send Prince Qi with the token to the imperial palace. I will also dispatch a group of eunuchs and palace maids to assist with the event's reception."

Gu Mingli happily accepted the document, stuffed it into his clothes, and was overjoyed.

He got the job done for his sister!

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Gu Mingli cupped his hands in farewell and turned to take his leave.

He's busy right now.

I still need to go back and practice ball with those spoiled brats, and while I'm at it, subtly instill a bit of the emperor's new policies, and see how they react.

"Wait a moment."

Xiao Ye called out to him.

Gu Mingli paused and turned around.

"Your name is Chen?"

Where are you going?

Gu Mingli scratched his head.

"Go practice your ball skills."

Xiao Ye frowned.

To be honest, he hasn't learned anything new for several days.