The anti-Qing movement began with the looting of the Eight-Nation Alliance.

"And here, this is a large coal mine, although it may not seem impressive now. But its future prospects are quite good. We're used to this business."

“These are all secondary! What I value most is this place.” Zhou Shunda pointed to a spot with emphasis.

"This is a mining team from the imperial court; they just discovered a mine here. It's a huge copper mine, with an estimated amount of copper. This news is probably unknown to others yet," Zhou Shunda said excitedly.

“The gold mine is too conspicuous, we’ll try our best to get it, even if we don’t succeed. As long as we get this copper mine, we can mine it for at least several decades. This is the real treasure that we can pass down through generations!” Zhou Shunda said in a low voice.

"This northern desert is truly a wonderful place. The imperial court has dispatched numerous prospecting teams to search for minerals. Several coal mines and iron mines have already been discovered! We absolutely cannot return empty-handed this time!"

“Brother Zhou, I understand what you mean. Mining is good, and I like money too. But as nobles of the imperial court, making money is secondary. What matters more is making more contributions to the court and the country.”

“Even if we’re in business, we should set an example for other business people! You’ve always done a great job!”

"Thank you, Lord Marquis! I understand! Without the Emperor, there would be no Zhou Shunda today."

"The Imperial Concubine repeatedly told me to be low-key and not to compete with others! This is only because we are on the grasslands. If we were in the interior, I would not have participated in these activities."

"The imperial court is now vigorously developing the grasslands, and our investment in mining is also a contribution to the country. This is the most important thing!"

Xiao Lin recalled his sister's instructions earlier and said softly.

"We've secured such a large mine on our own, and for now, we're fine. But in the future, people will inevitably use this against us! They'll say we abused our power and seized the mine by trickery. The consequences will be dire!"

“How can you call it robbery and theft! Everyone can compete fairly!” Zhou Shunda said urgently.

"Hehe! It's hard to say what will happen in the future. At that time, it won't be up to us anymore." Xiao Lin shook his head.

These imperial relatives are currently enjoying immense prestige. However, decades from now, once His Majesty passes away and a new emperor ascends the throne, things will be uncertain.

Every emperor brings a new court; how many nobles have been purged throughout history? My sister is much more thoughtful.

As long as the Xiao family is safe and sound, they shouldn't worry about anything else!

"Why should we do it ourselves? Why not unite everyone and do it together?"

"For example, we could set up a mining company, with everyone investing together, and everyone making money. That would make things easier for us!" Xiao Lin said with a crooked smile. This was something his sister had taught him.

"This!" Zhou Shunda was quite reluctant to share a treasure bowl that could be passed down through generations with others.

"Lord Zhou, there will be many more opportunities to make money in the future! You must know how to share! You can't keep all the benefits to yourself. People who hoard things rarely end up well," Xiao Lin reminded him.

"Ah! Yes, yes! Thank you for your guidance, Lord Marquis!" Zhou Shunda instantly came to his senses.

"Sir, here is the list you requested!" A young official walked into the office and placed a document on the table.

"Put it somewhere first! I'll decide after I finish approving this one!" Dong Shaohua said without looking up, staring at the document in his hand.

"Sir, you've been working on this for half a day. Take a break! How can your body take this kind of work, day and night?" the young official couldn't help but advise.

"There are too many things to do, so many things to manage! I have no choice but to do this! His Majesty has entrusted me with such a vast territory, how could I not give it my all?"