Chapter 808: The Operation Begins!
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
The next morning, Su Ji did not delay the court session. When it was time to leave, she said something that made all the ministers suspect that something was wrong.
“All of you have worked hard. Go home early and rest today.”
Ning Bianyi blinked his eyes suspiciously, his wrists turning purple from the pinching in his sleeves, but he still couldn’t hold it in and said sarcastically, “if it weren’t for Your Highness’ bold and decisive reform of the court, I wouldn’t have to work so hard…
As soon as he finished speaking, some people from the same party winked at him. Ning Bian was too quick with his words and felt that he had misspoken. Carrying out reforms was a matter of benefiting the people, and as ministers, they should share the worries and difficulties of the emperor.
Although…the Consort Dowager was not the emperor!
However, he was not in a position to say that.
Ning Bianyi coughed and was about to explain himself when the next second, the girl behind the bead curtain in the hall spoke up. “You are right.”
Ning Bian’s muscles tightened.
It was over.
She was definitely going to fire at him!
The entire court fell silent. The officials standing around Ning Bianyi subconsciously took a step back, putting some distance between them and him to avoid being affected!
A strange silence spread.
Ning Bian lowered his head, cupped his hands and swallowed nervously.
After waiting for more than a minute, Su Ji finally spoke again.
“All of you have contributed greatly to the recent implementation of the two-tax system reform. From today onwards, everyone will have a three-day holiday… ”
As soon as she finished speaking, all the officials in the court looked at Su Ji in unison.
Ning Bianyi was even more confused.
Not only did she not punish him…she actually gave them a holiday?
What kind of strategy was that?
If this was any other time, Su Ji’s words would have made Ning Bianyi choke and turn him into a tomato.
But now…
Everyone kept their hands clasped in front of their chest and looked at each other with their heads lowered.
They analyzed Su Ji’s tone when she said that.
Her tone sounded normal.
It really didn’t seem like she was being sarcastic!
“The court session is over.” Su Ji waved her sleeves. Behind the curtain, under her gorgeous dress, she was in a cross-legged position.
The ministers left, while Prince Huai’s gaze remained on the main hall. He watched as Su Ji put down her skirt and stood up to leave, humming a tune.
After the court, Su Ji summoned Prince Huai to the royal study.
In just an hour, she had told him about the workload for the next half a year.
Especially those related to Zhou Zicheng.
Although things might change in this life, Su Ji still told Prince Huai everything she remembered in her previous life.
For example, how Zhou Zicheng would revolt in the future, what methods he would use, how he would arrange his troops, and…he was the best at manipulating people.
Therefore, he had to be careful of the people around him.
“Everything that I’ve just told you is final. If I change my mind in the future, do not listen to me. You will do as I’ve decided today.” Su Ji propped her forehead with her hand and smiled. “Prince Huai, do you remember everything?”
Prince Huai: ‘
He bowed.
After a few seconds of silence, Prince Huai spoke. “How did the Consort
Dowager know about Zhou Zicheng’s detailed plan?”
He actually knew the reason, so he deliberately asked her this question to see how she would answer.
“Just…” Su Ji said calmly, “from the information that I received. Prince Huai also has spies who are responsible for keeping an eye on Zhou Zicheng. Why didn’t they find out anything?”
Prince Huai chuckled with a faint smile. “Your Highness’ spies are indeed extraordinary. To be able to find such a detailed plan, even Zhou Zicheng himself…haven’t thought it through yet.”
Su Ji narrowed her eyes.
Prince Huai stopped teasing her before she got really angry.
The eyes behind the mask looked at her, long and deep.
Rather than saying that the Consort Dowager was giving him a mission, it would be more appropriate to say that she was entrusting him with the information…
After receiving all the necessary instructions, Prince Huai left, leaving Su Ji alone in the royal study.
She asked Wu Zhuer, “is the carriage ready?”
Wu Zhu’er said, “don’t worry, Your Highness, I’ve already sent people to prepare it after Consort Dowager finished giving instructions last night.”
Su Ji’s gaze fell on her, and she smiled. “You’re the most reliable. Last night, Mengmeng and Yanyan kept asking me where we were going today, but you’re not curious?”
Wu Zhu’er was all smiles. Her eyes curved into two slits. “Your Highness must have your reasons. I just need to accompany Your Highness and not ask about anything else.”
Su Ji placed her hand on the armrest of the wooden chair and tapped her fingers gently. “You’re the most sensible one. I must confide everything to you.”
Wu Zhu’er’s lips curved into a smile as she cleaned up the tea set on the table. Her mouth was as sweet as honey. “Of course, Your Highness can always trust me. I will never betray you.”
Su Ji nodded, satisfied with her answer. “By the way, what will happen to those who lie?”
Wu Zhu’er did not hesitate and immediately replied, “swallow a thousand needles!
After answering, she paused for a second.
However, it was only for a second. That subtle expression was quickly covered by her natural and friendly smile.
She asked, “when are we leaving?”
Su Ji glanced at the sun outside.
The auspicious time was four hours later, and it would take at most an hour to reach the location. There was no need to rush, but for some reason, Su Ji patted the armrest of her chair and said as she stood up, “now.”
Wu Zhuer paused for a moment. “Alright, I’ll go prepare the carriage now!
There were two carriages in the front and back. Her carriage was in the back, while Wu Zhu’er and her entourage were in the front.
The Consort Dowager always traveled in two carriages. If there were assassins lurking in the dark, they would lose the initiative to act because they did not know which carriage the Consort Dowager was sitting in.
The two carriages passed by the most famous restaurant in the downtown area of the capital.
In the VIP room with the best view on the second floor, through the open window, the carriage sped past. Prince Huai gulped down the last glass of wine and called for the waiter to pay the bill.
His horse was downstairs.
At this moment, among the two bumpy carriages, Wu Zhu’er lifted the curtain of the carriage in front, and the coachman turned around at the same time.
The two of them looked at each other.. The coachman’s eyes revealed a fierce glint, while the corners of Wu Zhu’er’s lips curled into a mysterious smile…
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