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The efficiency of the Shadow Guard was astonishing.
From the moment Yun Qingyu dispatched them yesterday afternoon to investigate evidence of embezzlement by the Minister of Revenue, they had presented their findings by noon today—within just one day.
Sitting at her desk, Yun Qingyu casually flipped through the account books. The staggering amounts recorded were shocking, clearly indicating that the Minister of Revenue had embezzled a significant sum.
She frowned slightly, pondering to herself why Consort Duan wanted someone from the Ling family to take a position of power.
Contesting for the Crown Prince's position required vast amounts of money from every angle. If they secured this crucial role within the Ministry of Revenue, financial concerns for their campaign would be alleviated.
After a moment of contemplation, Yun Qingyu slowly raised her head and looked at Xin Yao, asking, "Who do you think would be suitable to take over the Ministry of Revenue after the Minister is investigated?"
Xin Yao paused for a moment before responding, "Second Master Lin."
In truth, he did not have high hopes for this individual, but considering that the Ling family was the maternal clan of the princess, he weighed his options and provided that answer.
Yun Qingyu sensed Xin Yao's inner thoughts. She lifted her gaze slightly and looked deeply into his eyes before asking again, "What if I don't want him to take office?"
She had no interest in plotting for Yun Tianzheng. Even though he was her blood-related brother, that was not enough to make her abandon her ambition to become a ruler and serve as a stepping stone for others.
As she spoke, her mind continued to search for who would be the most suitable candidate to succeed the Minister of Revenue.
Xin Yao was momentarily taken aback and then cautiously expressed his true opinion: "Your Highness, Young Master Wen from your courtyard. His father, Wen Xingyun, is the Left Vice Minister of Revenue; perhaps he could take on the role of Minister."
Unexpectedly, she did not anticipate that this shadow guard, skilled in martial arts, would possess such unique insights into political affairs. She asked, "Why?"
Xin Yao slightly bowed and explained in detail, "Minister of Revenue Hong Chenghai is aligned with Consort Lu, supporting the Third Prince, while Wen Xingyun backs the Fifth Prince. Therefore, he has always been at odds with Minister of Revenue Hong Chenghai. Moreover, Wen Xingyun's abilities are quite ordinary, and his status within the Fifth Prince's camp is also mediocre. Such a person is more easily manipulated by their master."
"Additionally, the Wen Family has a legitimate son, Wen Li, whose capabilities are vastly inferior to Wen Zhan's. It was he who orchestrated for Wen Zhan to become an attendant, ensuring that Wen Zhan would have no chance of entering officialdom. As a result, Wen Zhan and the Wen Family do not have a harmonious relationship. When the master no longer needs Wen Xingyun, they can eliminate him entirely and keep only Wen Zhan without worrying about revenge."
Yun Qingyu raised an eyebrow slightly; she had not expected Xin Yao to possess such meticulous thoughts.
It should be noted that the shadow guard's duty was merely to protect their master and did not include interfering in their decisions. Xin Yao's actions had already crossed that line.
After finishing his explanation, Xin Yao bowed again and expressed his fearfulness, "Subordinate has overstepped; please punish me, Your Highness."
However, Yun Qingyu showed no intention of blaming him. She raised her hand slightly to signal him to rise and said, "You may stand."
She had already made a decision in her heart and planned to meet this Wen Zhan tonight.
Then she called for a maid and instructed, "Go tell Lu Mingzhan that he must attend tonight's banquet."
At that moment, Madam Wu stood outside the hall to report, "Your Highness, Miss Lu has sent someone with an invitation card, saying that there will be a flower appreciation banquet at her residence tomorrow and inviting Your Highness to come for flowers and tea."
Xin Yao quietly walked over, took the invitation from Madam Wu's hands respectfully, and handed it to Yun Qingyu. He remarked, "It seems Lu Wanyue can no longer sit still; she is about to take action."
Yun Qingyu nodded slightly, a meaningful smile curling at her lips. "We shall visit Lu's Mansion tomorrow."
At night, Yun Qingyu summoned several attendants in the Water Pavilion and Flower Courtyard.
These attendants were all exceptionally handsome men, each with distinct postures and extraordinary appearances—some were dashing, others delicate, some refined, and others cool and aloof.
It seemed that the original owner’s reputation for being fond of beauty was indeed well-deserved.
Yun Qingyu sat in the main seat, her expression calm as she said, "You may rise. It has been several months since I last saw you all. Your memories seem to be a bit lacking; please introduce yourselves."
Hong Yu's eyes sparkled as he subtly signaled to the Qilin Envoy beside him to take the lead.
The Qilin Envoy understood immediately, lowering his gaze and adopting a respectful demeanor as he said, "I am the illegitimate son of the Chu Family. The Qilin Envoy pays his respects to the Princess Consort."
Yun Qingyu showed no interest in their appearances or attire; she merely lifted her teacup and took a gentle sip, quietly listening as each attendant introduced themselves. Inwardly, she couldn't help but scoff: why is it that they are all illegitimate sons?
Did the original owner particularly favor illegitimate sons, or were they simply easier to bully, unable to resist when forcibly brought into the manor?
The last to introduce himself was Wen Zhan, the Wen Family Bastard. His bow was elegant and gracious, and his speech was neither servile nor arrogant; his demeanor was remarkable. With such poise, it was hard to believe he was truly a Wen Family Bastard.
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