Chapter 618 - Chapter 618: Chapter 605: Sly and Cunning (1/2)

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.