Peasant Woman's Decreed Life as a Wife

Chapter 2367: Chapter 2364: Leaving the Capital

Especially those court struggles.

Moreover, he has entered the Manufacturing Bureau of the Ministry of Works, and in the future, he will be directly responsible for all the items used by the Emperor’s concubines and nobles of the Imperial Harem.

If something goes wrong, it could cost him his head.

Although his position is higher than before, the risks are also greater.

He indeed needs to be more cautious.

“Don’t worry, I’ll be more vigilant. Now that I’ve entered the Ministry of Works, it’s actually quite good. Third Brother hasn’t woken up, and there are a lot of people outside gossiping. Now that I’m an official, if anything happens, I can at least inquire with those colleagues,” Chu Cai nodded and said.

“Second sister-in-law, Second Brother has just entered the official circle and will surely need to invite and entertain colleagues. You can focus on your own matters and come to the residence when you have time,” Ye Muyu said.

Madam Wang felt a little embarrassed: “It’s all my fault for not thinking of these things, but your residence…”

“It’s fine, I’ll have the message passed on. If there are any important people, I’ll meet them personally. We also have the steward at the residence who can help,” Ye Muyu wasn’t someone who liked to trouble others. She was happy to have Madam Wang’s assistance when available, but with matters at her own home, she naturally prioritized her family.

Madam Wang was persuaded by her and didn’t insist further.

Chu Cai’s appointment to the Ministry of Works was a special commission by Emperor Xuanming.

For a while, many officials realized that the Emperor still held the Chu family in regard.

Indeed.

First, the royal marriage with the Chu family resulted in a Princess Consort.

Then, the Emperor granted official posts to the Chu family brothers, which was undoubtedly open favoritism.

Hence, many low-ranking officials with no connections went to visit the Chu Family’s Second House.

Madam Wang was kept busy, entertaining many people every day.

Meanwhile.

Chu Cai also entered the Ministry of Works.

By this time, he already knew some colleagues in the Ministry, and with the Chu family’s relations, people were willing to show the Chu family some respect.

Therefore, after entering the Ministry of Works,

he did not face much difficulty.

However,

soon, some colleagues began to consult him on how to renovate the royal carriages.

Chu Cai was assigned this task by his superiors.

Even if he were more naive, he understood that someone intentionally wanted to test him.

Chu Cai had a talent for carpentry and had also received guidance from Ye Muyu.

He had seen a lot.

Although a bit nervous, he didn’t show any fear.

After some challenges, he settled down in the Ministry of Works.

Most of the people in the Ministry of Works were the Emperor’s men, and only a few made things difficult for him. They didn’t dare to be overt and only used such obvious tactics.

Chu Cai’s side was progressing smoothly.

Unexpectedly, Ye Muyu received a response from Master Yuanhe.

“Returning to the capital in ten days.” Ye Muyu looked at the reply, which was handed over by Su Yun today.

She murmured as she finished reading, already having a plan in mind.

She said to Su Mei, “Recently, pay extra attention to the gatekeeper. If anyone wants to see me, report it quickly.”

“Yes.” Su Mei understood the importance of this matter to her and directly instructed the gatekeeper.

The gatekeeper staff, though curious, did not dare comment.

Time entered February,

Hetu and others left the capital, returning to Beirong.

Meanwhile, the King of the Southern Border and Emperor Xuanming reached a new agreement, with Great Chu dispatching officials to the Southern Border. In the future, the Southern Border would be a territory of Great Chu, but the King of the Southern Border would retain his title, and the Southern Border would become his fief.

As soon as this news was released, it was quickly transmitted throughout Great Chu by the official newspaper.

Even Hetu and others, who hadn’t yet left Great Chu, learned of this news from the official newspaper.

“Damn it,” Hetu cursed unhappily.