Born a phoenix? The husband I picked up is the young emperor

Chapter 1616

There was a solemn silence in the hall. Everyone nodded in agreement, sat for a while, and then stood up to say goodbye.

When I came, I wanted to beat the gongs and drums and step on the auspicious clouds. When I left, I felt my steps were firm and my shoulders were heavy.

Glory is also a burden. If you are not careful, you will be criticized.

No one was as fickle as they were when they first arrived; some even thought that they would have no shortage of food and clothing as long as they could sleep soundly under the title of imperial merchant.

After returning from the Young Master's Mansion, everyone... went to work efficiently.

The clan leader sighed, "How did Xia girl manage to remain calm despite praise or criticism? I have lived my entire life, but I am still not as calm as she is."

The old wife of the clan leader said, "The Shi family is lucky to have such a girl. If it weren't for the fact that their mansion had a mistress like that earlier, who held them back, I'm afraid the Shi family would have prospered long ago."

The clan leader shook his head calmly, "If it weren't for that mistress... perhaps our Shi family wouldn't have such good luck. Alas! Chengxuan is such a fool who doesn't cherish us! What a pity! What a pity!"

He had heard about Wen Ruqin's plot against Tang Chujun, but he was not sure about the details. But one thing was clear: if she hadn't plotted, Tang Chujun would not have looked down on Shi Chengxuan, and he wouldn't have accidentally given birth to such an outstanding brother and sister like Shi Yunqi and Shi Anxia.

On this side, Shi Anxia invited his uncle Shi Chengyi to stay and go to the side hall to discuss matters.

There were so many people, but only he was left behind. Shi Chengyi felt a subtle throbbing in his heart, and the hand holding the teacup began to tremble slightly.

Actually, I was a little nervous.

Before Shi Anxia could speak, Shi Chengyi spoke first, "I thought Xia'er had become estranged from me."

"How could that be?" Shi Anxia had already adjusted her emotions well, "Uncle will always be the best uncle in Xia'er's heart. Xia'er will never forget the kindness of Uncle in finding me back then."

Shi Chengyi couldn't help but clench his fists, and a complicated look flashed in his eyes.

He lowered his head and took a sip of tea to hide his inner fluctuations: "Xia'er, you asked me to stay here today, is there something you want to discuss?"

Shi Anxia smiled slightly and nodded, "That's right." As she spoke, she took out a booklet from her sleeve and gently pushed it in front of Shi Chengyi: "Uncle, this is the three-year development plan for the Shi family that Xia'er has recently drawn up. Please take a look."

Shi Chengyi put down the teacup and opened the booklet to read.

Shi Anxia did not disturb him. She stood up and walked to the window, looking at the sky that was gradually darkening outside, suppressing the slight pain in her heart.

Bei Hui came in and lit the light, and the room became brighter.

Shi Chengyi flipped through the booklet quickly, and the more he read, the more frightened he became.

The book details the Shi family's layout and personnel placement in business, the court, and even the streets, with each step linked to the next. The entries are clear and the layout is meticulous, from the ways of business to the power struggles in the court, everything is detailed and precise.

Shi Chengyi raised his head, his eyes shocked: "Xia'er, you are amazing."

Shi Anxia turned around and sat back in his chair, saying calmly, "No matter how good the plan is, it is only great if it is put into practice. So, uncle, are you willing to be the helmsman of the Shi family?"

Shi Chengyi's heart was shocked, "Xia'er, are you still willing to believe me?"

Shi Anxia was just like the pure and clear little girl she was back then. Even though her eyes were filled with more complicated emotions now, she still had a feeling of admiration for him, "I am willing."

I am willing! Just these three words made Shi Chengyi very excited.

Shi Anxia said, "Now that the Shi family has become an imperial merchant, there are so many people outside staring at our mistakes. With my uncle at the helm, I feel relieved."