Chapter 53 (1/2)

Chapter 53: The Way of the Channels Is the Way of the King!

Some craftsmen would naturally be necessary for the job. Due to the fact that this world did not have advanced metallurgy technology, the words had to be carved entirely by wood craftsmen on wooden blocks. While the Living Printing Technique sounded easy, the downside was that it required a large amount of manpower for it to be able to start.

“Hm, that’s great. I’ll leave the decision to you, uncle. I have some other matters to attend to, so I’ll have to leave the palace for a bit,” said Hong Xiaobao. He didn’t have to dip his hands too deep into that matter because Fang Xinghan would definitely not tamper with his plan and make sure it goes without a hitch.

“Ah? You’re going out from the palace?” Upon hearing that, Fang Xinghan quickly said, “Since this one isn’t busy at the moment, why don’t I accompany you on your trip?” To him, Hong Xiaobao absolutely couldn’t be harmed by anyone as he was Fang Xinghan’s ticket to fame. It would appear that this was the first time a head teacher like him voluntarily offered to be someone’s bodyguard.

“Oh, uncle’s going out as well?” Hong Xiaobao gave it some thought before saying, “Oh, alright. I was just about to go around to have some fun. Let’s depart then.”

“Great.” Thus, Fang Xinghan had officially become a ‘follower’ of Hong Xiaobao. Bringing the head of one of the Six Great Orthodoxies along was totally unheard of and unprecedented.

After exiting the main gates of the imperial palace, Hong Xiaobao walked alongside Fang Xinghan with eight other guards behind them and went towards the Great Healthcare.

Just as Hong Xiaobao entered the building, the head hostess quickly received them and hugged Hong Xiaobao’s arm before saying, “Oh my, for me to be so late in receiving the ninth prince, please forgive my rudeness. Ninth prince, how may we serve you today?”

The success of the Warm Fragrant Building was definitely attributed to Hong Xiaobao’s contributions, so Madam Lan the hostess naturally would treat him as a treasured guest.

“Ah, thank for asking,” said Hong Xiaobao as he pa.s.sed 20 silvers to her before saying, “Today, I’ve come to request something of you, Madam Lan.”

“Oh? The ninth prince actually needs this old bone for something? Then come inside quickly and tell me about it!” Madam Lan led Hong Xiaobao into a meeting room indoors. While there wasn’t any issue with having fun and relaxing on the outside, it was better to go indoors for the discussion of private matters such as these.

After they entered the room, a woman who looked in her early thirties walked inside. Upon seeing Hong Xiaobao, she said, “So, you’re the ninth prince that Madam Lan has always kept praising nonstop? Nice to meet you, I, Chen Qihe, head of the Chijing branch of the Lotus Sect, greets your majesty.” Chen Qihe’s looks were above average and she wore a long blue gown with flower-patterned embroidery near the end of her long sleeves.

All of the major figures of the Six Great Orthodoxies were 6-star martial artists or above and were easily recognizable.

“Nice to meet you, Sister Chen,” said Hong Xiaobao with a face full of smiles. “This time, I’ve come here with a business proposition. I believe that you’re allowed to make the decision for this?”

It was truly convenient for a major figure to be here. She’ll have no problems handling the business proposal.