Chapter 355 - Chapter 355: Chapter 355 I Naturally Will Not Admit Defeatl (1/2)
Chapter 355: Chapter 355 I Naturally Will Not Admit Defeatl
“Indeed that’s true. Before this, Miss Wei had already helped the Qian Magistrate and the Seventh Prince to redevelop the wasteland in Xingshan County and to settle a portion of the displaced people. However, the Seventh Prince did not mention her when reporting to the court,” said Qi Zhen.
He had been in Taizhou Prefecture for many days, so he naturally had a clear understanding of these matters.
“In recent days, it seems you’ve been keeping close company with the second young lady from the Wei Family?” Chu Heng asked again.
“Your Highness, forgive me. Indeed, the second young lady from the Wei Family is a beauty, and I unwittingly spent some time with her, almost falling into Chu Lan’s trap,” Qi Zhen admitted.
Chu Hengwaved his hand, saying, “I didn’t mean to blame you, I am well aware of your personality. Even though you are fond of beautiful women, you never neglect your duties.”
Qi Zhen chuckled, “Thankyou, Your Highness for your trust.”
Once again, Chu Heng said, “We are cousins after all, no need for such formality. I bring up Wei Qingwan because of the previous discussion on land reclamation and disaster relief. If Miss Wei truly has such capabilities, instead of letting her be used by Chu Lan, it’s better to use her for our own purposes. Do you understand what I’m trying to say?”
Qi Zhen immediately understood, “I understand, Your Highness. Please give me some time to make the necessary arrangements.”
Chu Heng was very satisfied, “Your wisdom has always been your strong point,
I believe you will handle this matter smoothly.”
Qi Zhen laughed again, “It looks like I may have to put aside my dignity once again and continue my relationship with the second Miss Wei.”
Teasingly, Chu Heng said, “I heard that the second Miss Wei is indeed a top beauty. Even if you truly marry her, you wouldn’t be at a loss.”
Qi Zhen responded, “Your Highness, don’t jest. As the saying goes, a beautiful woman is like a flower, beautiful whether on a branch or in a backyard, but she can’t be shown off in the main hall. Even though it’s nice to have a beautiful woman to entertain, she can’t handle serious matters. The wife to be wed should be virtuous. If I were to choose, and if the Miss Wei I am to wed would truly be capable, I might entertain such an idea. But that’s predicated on her having such strong abilities.”
“Your father would be delighted to hear about such thoughts,” Chu Heng remarked.
“My father simply wishes that I would settle down and return to his side.”
“What you’re doing now is fine, when I return to the capital I will explain things to your father. There’s no need for him to worry too much about you.”
“I appreciate that, Your Highness.”
After finishing his conversation with Chu Heng, Qi Zhen took his leave from the small residence in the countryside.
Later, Qi Zhen inquired about Wei Qingwan’s situation from his subordinates. Upon hearing that Wei Qingwan had been sent to the Wei Family’s estate, a plan formed in his mind.
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A farm on the outskirts of the city.
This farm, a five-hundred-acre establishment, was bought by Lady Yun after the Wei Family moved to the Government City.
Lady Yun once contemplated selling this estate, but since no one was interested in buying it, the plan was dropped.
The estate isn’t large, with worn-out houses.
The place where Wei Qingwan is staying isn’t much different than an ordinary farmhouse. It simply consists of a small ten-square-meter courtyard and a dilapidated house.
Moreover, only one maid named Cuihe accompanied her here. Madam Li wished to come along but was denied.
Wei Qingwan cried through the entire night and then spent the whole morning sitting blankly in front of the house.
But none of this could change her current circumstance.
In early August, the weather was still quite hot. Midday sun forced Wei Qingwan to retreat indoors.