Such hidden secrets can be seen by Yang Yichen, making this nominal subordinate appear increasingly unfathomable. Not only does he possess unimaginable design talents, but he also has formidable manufacturing capabilities.
Although he has not yet uncovered Yang Yichen's other identity, some speculation is inevitable.
What he desires is merely Yang Yichen's loyalty and support in the struggle for the throne.
He believes that Yang Yichen is a smart person who knows how to choose what is best for himself.
Compared to Dugu Li, who has the support of the Queen and many officials from the Court and the Left Chancellor faction, in the eyes of the world, Dugu Hao is merely a son who has just gained the Emperor's trust.
In the royal family, princes are abundant, and heirs are plentiful; it is not enough to simply be capable. It is essential to have strong backing behind you.
However, could Dugu Hao really be as simple as he appears? If he truly had such limited abilities, how could a motherless child survive in the treacherous and perilous palace until now?
He bides his time, allowing his enemies to relax, waiting for the day when he can strike swiftly and decisively.
"Lord Yang indeed has a keen eye," Dugu Hao said with admiration in his eyes.
Yang Yichen immediately understood; they were both intelligent individuals. Since Dugu Hao was aware of this, he should also have knowledge about those who might poison him. His silence indicated that he must have other plans.
"Your Highness is wise!" Yang Yichen cupped his hands, his gaze showing no hint of disrespect.
For the first time, Yang Yichen felt he had encountered a worthy opponent; Dugu Hao was one of the few he found most difficult to read.
Dugu Hao felt similarly; although Yang Yichen was young, he was unfathomable. The wisdom reflected in his eyes did not resemble that of a teenager but seemed to carry decades of experience, as if he could see through appearances.
However, as fellow intelligent individuals, they would not reveal their true selves. The relationship between them was merely one of mutual benefit; as for wholehearted trust? Who would entrust their back to someone they had not faced life and death with and had only known for a short time?
"Lord Yang has just arrived in the capital and has been assigned an important position by the Emperor. The Ministry of Works is the most crucial weapons manufacturing site in the Western Moon Kingdom. I wonder how Lord Yang feels about taking office?"
"It's fine; Your Highness need not worry. I can handle it," Yang Yichen replied calmly, as if indifferent to everything.
Only he knew what kind of difficulties he faced upon entering the Ministry of Works. Entering a new environment and being promoted four levels at once—how many people dream of such favor?
The early bird gets shot; Yang Yichen, this dark horse in the court, became the target of many officials' attacks.
It is easy to imagine what he is facing. Even so, he has not lost confidence; his talents will eventually find a way to shine, and he will get what he desires.
As for Dugu Hao, he has been keeping an eye on the affairs of the Ministry of Works these past few days. He just wants to see how Yang Yichen will handle things. Perhaps both of them have intentions of testing each other.
"If there is anything you need help with, feel free to ask," he said.
"Thank you, Your Highness." Their conversations are always brief, yet they understand each other's thoughts.
Just then, they arrived at Yang Yichen's destination. "Your Highness, I have arrived. Thank you."
After that, Yang Yichen lightly jumped down from the carriage, while Dugu Hao's carriage did not stop at all and continued on its way.
Upon returning home, the Wen Family was not there. Yang Yichen knew without thinking that his mother had gone to Qingxi again.
He didn't even sit down before heading next door, where the sounds of commotion could not escape his ears.
"Mother, Qingxi, what are you doing?"
Hearing the question, Wen Family looked up abruptly and saw her son still in his official attire. A couple of strands of hair fell on her forehead as she casually brushed them aside and replied, "Oh, this is just Qingxi coming up with a method to make some models. I thought it looked interesting, so I came to help."
Liu Qingxi explained from the side, "It's a miniature version of a house. Later on, if someone needs to build a new residence, I can take it over for them to see and promote myself."
Yang Yichen understood immediately. Unlike Wen Family, he didn't need Liu Qingxi to explain multiple times; he could grasp these concepts in his mind as if he had experienced them before.
Especially as time goes by, the more images that flash through his mind that do not belong to this era, the more he doubts his own origins and becomes increasingly certain that these are things he has indeed experienced.
"I'll recommend you when my colleagues need to build houses," Yang Yichen said. He is willing to give his woman the best and is eager to do everything he can to let her express herself and do what she loves.
Liu Qingxi nodded, as if these matters did not require much consideration; they had long become indispensable parts of each other's lives.
"Aunt, why don't you take a break?" Wen Family had been busy all morning, and Liu Qingxi was worried about her health.
"No need, no need! I'm usually inactive; being busy for a while feels good," Wen Family said with a smile. "By the way, Yichan, why are you back so early today?"
Yang Yichen usually doesn't come back for lunch. After the morning court session, he goes directly to the Ministry of Works and only has dinner at home.
"Oh, there aren't many matters today, and I have some things to prepare, so I applied for leave." What he needed to do was quite similar to what Liu Qingxi was currently doing.
Since the advanced and convenient tools, as well as the high-strength materials at the Ministry of Works, were not allowed for him, a mere physician, to use, he couldn't just stop there; instead, he needed to think of another way.
However, even the simplest materials he used were much more precious and rare than Liu Qingxi's wood: "You all carry on with your work. I'll have Anan accompany me for a trip."
"Alright, you go ahead. Come back early for dinner." After saying this, the Wen Family returned to their tasks without a second thought, leaving Yang Yichen feeling a bit disheartened. Is this really his mother?
Just as he stepped out the door, he heard Wen Family's puzzled inquiry: "Qingxi, do you think Aunt's tree looks alright? It doesn't seem quite right to me. Should we paint it green now?"
Forget it; Yang Yichen wouldn't argue with women; he had more important matters to attend to.
As for the materials from the Ministry of Works? They were far inferior compared to the core design location of the Inorganic Gate. However, even those things, when collaborating with Dugu Hao and choosing to trust this person, were still confidential secrets that could not be leaked. This was the foundation upon which the Inorganic Gate had relied for many years.
And he, currently just an ordinary court official, could only bring out some common materials. Yet for Yang Yichen, ordinary materials could still serve extraordinary purposes in his hands.
A moment later, at the Blacksmith Shop, Yang Yichen was respectfully welcomed by the Boss: "Master, what orders do you have?"
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