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Chapter 13: Turning Property into Gold and Silver
During this period, the hustle and bustle of the day had finally passed. Ah, time flies, and at last, we managed to steal a moment of leisure from our busy lives!
Her brothers and herself were exhausted, but everything that needed to be prepared was settled.
All assets, except for the two estates and the second courtyard where they currently lived, had been converted into silver and valuable goods.
A total of 300,000 taels of silver and twenty chests filled with jewelry and accessories were accounted for. Their parents received 100,000 taels, ten chests of jewelry, and the deed to the second courtyard, while the remaining gold, silver, and valuables, along with the two estates, were given to Su Nuoli.
Everyone was delighted—the initial assets had been distributed, and from now on, it was up to each person to forge their own path. All that remained was to watch the drama unfold and take some time to relax.
Rumors had been circulating about recent events. Most notably, the Crown Prince had chosen a new Crown Princess, the legitimate second daughter of a high-ranking second-rank official. It was considered quite a social climb for her. However, this development had also stirred up quite a commotion in the Prime Minister’s residence.
“You wretched woman! A Crown Princess? What gives her the right to receive such an honor? My father is the Prime Minister, yet a mere second-rank official’s daughter has a higher status than me? Unforgivable!” Bai Luorou, who usually maintained a gentle and demure demeanor, spat angrily, her fury breaking through her usual facade.
Her personal maidservants knew all too well that their young lady was far from the delicate and kindhearted image she presented to the outside world—she was, in fact, vicious and jealous by nature.
“Miss, that cheap wench is nothing compared to you! Your talents and beauty are unmatched, and the Crown Prince treasures you above all others. She could never win against you. You will undoubtedly become the Empress one day!”
“Yes, yes, Miss! After all, it’s just a matter of status. Even though you are only a side consort for now…” another maid chimed in.
Slap!
“You lowly thing! How dare you mention the word ‘side consort’ in front of me?! Are you trying to jinx me?” Bai Luorou struck the maid across the face.
From a distance, a figure slowly approached. The moment they spoke, it was clear who it was.
“Rou’er, look at yourself—so arrogant and domineering. Where is the grace of a noble lady? You are to be the future Empress. Such trivial matters should not trouble you. If you cannot even tolerate another woman, how will you rule the harem with dignity?
I’ve gathered some silver for you, about 40,000 taels in total. I’ll have it stored in chests for you. Once sealed, no one will know how much is inside. I won’t arrange for estates or shops this time—take the ones we already have as your dowry. They will be more discreet and won’t take up space.
Your wedding is in two days. Don’t sulk—focus on taking care of yourself. Winning the Crown Prince’s favor is what truly matters. The one who is loved is the one who triumphs.”
“I understand, Mother! Yun Yun will not defeat me. I will win the Crown Prince’s heart,” Bai Luorou replied, finally regaining her composure.
Learning that Bai Luorou’s wedding had been postponed, she quickly realized—no, this wasn’t just an accident; this was an opportunity!
She hadn’t cared much about a few tens of thousands of taels, focusing instead on managing her own household. However, since fate had intervened and delayed the wedding, there was no way she was going to let her 30,000 taels be used to fund Bai Luorou’s marriage! She had the nature of a mythical Pixiu—taking in wealth, never letting it out.
Tomorrow, Bai Luorou, the Prime Minister’s eldest legitimate daughter, would finally be carried into the Crown Prince’s residence.
Today, however, the sky was particularly beautiful.
The evening sky was not gloomy. The setting sun bathed the blue sky and drifting clouds in golden hues, outlining them with a radiant glow.
As the sun slowly dipped below the horizon, the fiery clouds faded back to pure white, like an angel’s wings.
Well then, after enjoying the view, it was time to get to work!
Everything seemed so simple and uneventful.
Back at the Prime Minister’s residence, she activated her spiritual powers.
Oh? These people had finally grown cautious. Afraid of theft, they had hidden their valuables in haystacks, covering them with miscellaneous debris. Without spiritual powers, finding them would have been nearly impossible.
There were even guards stationed around—truly meticulous.
But against her? It was all in vain!
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