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Suddenly, Dugu Han caught a glimpse of a flash of bright red peeking out from under Queen Wang's skirt. His murky eyes suddenly sparked with a chill.
Yet, he did not show it on his face; he never expected that after all these years, he had been played around by a woman.
The so-called infatuation and affection were merely means to an end, and he had foolishly supported a family that was hardly recognized because of her presence.
But now? Dugu Han's pride as a interrogator did not allow for such mistakes, and Queen Wang's actions had just stepped on his landmine.
No emperor would tolerate being toyed with at someone else's whim.
If he had once doted on Queen Wang, now he felt an equal measure of hatred towards her; the emotions of royal people were indeed so fickle.
On this day, Liu Qingxi began the renovations at the First Branch of Yanlong Palace.
On this day, after leaving Yanlong Palace, Queen Wang returned to Phoenix Hall and stayed in her chamber for the entire afternoon.
On this day, Dugu Hao quietly remained in the prince's residence without going anywhere.
Beneath the seemingly calm surface of the lake, a massive whirlpool was gradually forming. The dark waves surged violently but were concealed by the tranquil lake surface, which also masked the ruthless slaughter beneath.
In an unknown corner, a group that appeared to be dressed ordinarily but was actually agile, well-organized, and strictly disciplined quietly split into smaller units and infiltrated the vast corners of the capital city.
Within the palace, an inexplicable sense of heightened vigilance began to take hold. Although it was only slightly more tense than usual and did not attract the attention of the maids, Liu Qingxi felt an inexplicable unease as she continued to install heating for Dugu Han in the palace.
A woman's sixth sense warned her that something would happen soon, but she did not know what exactly or could not guess what it might be.
Observing the patrolling guards in the palace, their steps remained synchronized as if honed through countless drills. However, upon closer inspection, their pace was hurried, their strides wider, moving twenty percent faster than yesterday.
Without keen observation, one would not notice this distinction.
In the Hao Wangfu, messenger pigeons came and went, encrypted letters continuously arriving at the palace, with commands issued from Dugu Hao, scattered throughout the capital and beyond.
The Yang Family and Wen Family were instructed by Yang Yichen to stay indoors unless necessary. After attending court, he did not return in time for dinner.
At this moment, he was in an alley of the capital, behind a blacksmith shop that was hidden from view. Heavy brown boxes were quietly being transported out through the back door.
Behind him were four of his subordinates—A Dong, Axi, Anan, and Abei—who had arrived in the capital at some point. Dressed in black, their expressions were stern, lacking their usual playful demeanor.
With a refusal that spoke volumes, success or failure hinged on this moment.
Yang Yichen watched as the boxes he had handled were sent out, his mind suddenly blank.
He did not know whether this choice was right or wrong.
However, there was no turning back once the bow was drawn; he could only succeed and could not afford to fail. The consequences of failure were too great for him to bear.
These undercurrents did not affect the ordinary citizens, who continued their daily lives as usual—conducting business, eating meals, and chatting.
Within the capital, three factions were restless but remained still. The most anxious among them were those who had recently failed.
Throughout the capital, danger lurked everywhere; they lived in constant peril.
Meanwhile, in Ten Li Pu, as winter approached, the area was successfully completed before the cold set in. All customers who purchased homes could move into their new residences.
In winter, various industries enter a period of stagnation. Except for essential services like restaurants that operate year-round, bosses from all sectors can take a break during this season.
It resembles animals hibernating, storing energy in anticipation of a big burst come spring.
This year is different from previous ones; it is a significant change. No longer will people stay at home by the fireplace, wasting the value of their purchased homes—it's time to move in.
Therefore, in the days leading up to the heavy snow that would block the roads, Ten Li Pu was bustling with large, either luxurious or simple carriages coming and going, transporting loads of food and belongings as if they were free.
Moreover, the villagers had all donned new clothes, groomed themselves well, and appeared full of spirit in the area: "Welcome, sir! I am the person in charge of this district. If you encounter any issues, feel free to communicate with me."
"Good day, madam. The house has been cleaned and is ready for occupancy."
"This young master..."
The staff assigned to the area were villagers from Ten Li Pu. They wore matching blue uniforms and square hats, respectfully welcoming every arriving guest.
Wherever they went, it felt like home.
There was no sense of discomfort or awkwardness about moving; families relocated from the town, from Linyi County, and from neighboring towns to this previously obscure village.
Compared to the impoverished villages of Ten Li Eight Villages in the past, Ten Li Pu now felt like a place where former serfs could sing songs of liberation, experiencing what it was like to be wealthy landowners.
Living next to so many affluent individuals brought benefits to the villagers that could not be measured in monetary terms.
At the village entrance, a three-story restaurant was quietly undergoing renovations. When people began moving in, its sudden opening amidst the lively atmosphere brought both surprise and shock.
At the entrance of the village, in a certain courtyard, a large door opened to a room adjacent to the Main Road, where blocks of white tofu were displayed. Next door, there was a well-stocked grocery store; and beside that, a butcher had appeared out of nowhere.
In short, the development of the houses brought in waves of wealthy residents, and their arrival stimulated various industries in Ten Li Pu.
Before Liu Qingxi came, people had to go to town to buy meat, travel to the neighboring village for groceries, and so on.
Overall, regardless of the era, real estate has always been a leading industry that drives the development of a series of related sectors, occupying an important part of the national GDP.
In this era, although it wasn't as exaggerated, the influx of wealthy people meant they needed daily necessities, food, and more.
As a result, more and more people in Ten Li Pu found business opportunities; wild game and mountain mushrooms gathered during leisure time all found their markets.
It could be said that joy was abundant.
As the village chief and also as Liu Qingxi's steward, Zhang Wuliang couldn't help but admire Ji Zhong's intellect.
If it were him, he would never have thought of creating an entire street dedicated to essential living supplies that catered to various needs.
In a short period, Ten Li Pu had developed into a bustling commercial street that rivaled the main street of Ten Li Pu itself.
While Biqi Town was filled with wealth, it still had a majority of ordinary people.
However, Ten Li Pu was different—significantly different. Every resident there was shining with wealth; these wealthy individuals' financial power was at least equal to or even greater than that of those in Biqi Town.
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