Marrying a royal playboy and becoming a glamorous matriarch

This is a complete mess of debts; almost everything is on credit.

Moreover, Wei Lanxin really dares to use the best things. In Qianyu Tower, even the ordinary tables and chairs are made of the finest rosewood, not to mention the rest.

All things considered, Qianyu Tower's debts cannot be filled without at least 50,000 taels of silver.

Qin Ping'an was so angry that he had a headache.

"I really gave too much. I expected there would be some extra expenses, but I didn't expect it to be this much."

Wei Qingrou couldn't help but laugh when she saw Qin Ping'an, who was grumbling incessantly like a broken record.

"Are you really going to fill it out yourself? I never expected that the idle and dissolute young master Qin from the capital would be so trustworthy. It's truly an eye-opener."

Qin Ping'an pinched Wei Qingrou's waist in anger, "You dare to laugh at me? Hurry up and think of a plan."

While stopping his mischievous hands, Wei Qingrou said, "Isn't the idea still at home?"

Previously, when the Sage asked Qin Ping'an to do some errands, he promised that all expenses would be reimbursed.

If you can use public funds, why use your own money?

Qin Ping'an felt a sudden sense of relief and hugged Wei Qingrou, kissing her several times.

"But this is hard to say. If we anger the emperor, it will be a loss."

Wei Qingrou smiled faintly, "I have a way, so you can go ahead and tell me."

When Qin Ping'an returned to the Qin family that evening, he quickly collected and organized the Qianyu Tower's account books and presented them to the Emperor.

Even the sage was stunned after reading these account books.

He checked the numbers several times, and after confirming they were correct, his face grew increasingly grim.

"He actually owes so much money, yet he still dares to try his hand at business. He's more trouble than he's worth, and he's completely disgraced his ancestors."

Qin Ping'an was sweating profusely as he tried his best to save face for the eldest prince.

"Their starting point is good; they want to earn some money to supplement their lives, which is a legitimate way of making a living, but they lack knowledge and experience."

Emperor Longxing coldly snorted, "I think it's best if he doesn't set off, that rebellious son!"

Emperor Longxing was furious, but then he smelled a sweet fragrance.

He looked up and saw Wei Qingrou leading a group of people carrying a row of mahogany trays to the door.

"Your Majesty, it is already time for dinner. Why don't you have your meal first?"

Wei Qingrou was very skilled at these tasks because she had served Emperor Longxing's meals in the same way before when she was in the palace.

Upon hearing her words, Emperor Longxing reflexively put down the account book in his hand. "Alright, then let's have a meal."

He recalled the meals Wei Qingrou prepared in the palace and looked forward to the upcoming meals.

Wei Qingrou went to great lengths to please Emperor Longxing today, personally cooking many refreshing side dishes, along with hibiscus soup, pea flour cake, and steamed red bean pudding.

Sweets are the best way to soothe a person's restlessness, not to mention that Emperor Longxing was also a sweet tooth.

Emperor Longxing thoroughly enjoyed his dinner.

After finishing his dinner, Emperor Longxing calmed down when he saw the account book again.

He had his personal eunuch bring out 50,000 taels of silver notes and instructed Qin Ping'an: "Don't forget what you promised me before."

Qin Pingan and Wei Qingrou were both taken aback. He quickly nodded and said, "Don't worry."

It seems that Emperor Longxing took his previous suggestion that the eldest prince spend the New Year with the emperor seriously.

Emperor Longxing, with a cold and stern expression, instructed again: "You must not let him off the hook again. Do not be soft-hearted, do you understand?"

Qin Ping'an was taken aback, then quickly nodded: "Your subject will obey Your Majesty's decree."

Having finished explaining the matter of his unfilial son, Emperor Longxing then turned his attention back to the delicious meal.

But he's clearly full, so what's he trying to do?

Wei Qingrou asked respectfully, "Your Majesty, when I was making the sealed pastries, I accidentally made too many. Would you like some to take with you?"

"Ahem," Emperor Longxing said nonchalantly, his expression remaining unchanged, "Then bring some."

Wei Qingrou quickly presented the food box she had prepared in advance, and Emperor Longxing was satisfied, so he prepared to set off for the palace.

Prince Dun and his family respectfully saw Emperor Longxing off, and the entire household finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Prince Dun could no longer withstand his illness and began to cough hoarsely.

No matter how spoiled Qin Ping'an was, he couldn't bear to hear such heart-wrenching sounds, so he quickly stepped forward to help him and carried him into the house.

But he still couldn't stop talking, and his words were always sarcastic and offensive.

"Take it easy, old man. If you ask me, you're just asking for trouble. You should just tell your uncle, he won't blame you."

"Cough cough cough, what do you know!" Prince Dun kicked Qin Ping'an in the calf. "Hold on tight and support me."

After the two left, the princess's tension from the emperor's sudden visit gradually subsided, and she felt the air become more relaxed.

She rarely saw Emperor Longxing, let alone had such close contact with him. She felt overwhelmed by the emperor's imposing presence and didn't even dare to breathe loudly.

He sat down and drank a cup of tea before he calmed down, then looked intently at Wei Qingrou.

"You're quite something, acting like nothing's wrong in front of a sage. Aren't you afraid of him?"

Wei Qingrou's eyes flickered slightly, and she quickly showed a look of lingering fear, gently patting her chest.

"How could I not be afraid? When the emperor is angry, millions will die. It's not just a saying."

"Although my daughter-in-law was afraid, she couldn't just not do anything. She found something to do to distract herself, and that helped her a lot."

The princess nodded knowingly, then turned her gaze to the dining table and said meaningfully, "I didn't know you had such skillful hands that you could cook so many dishes."

Wei Qingrou smiled gently and said, "I've made this for my mother before, but I've never made this much, for fear of making her too tired of it. If my mother likes it, I'll make it for you every day."

The princess was finally satisfied. She didn't like her daughter-in-law deliberately hiding her talents; she just wanted her to be poised and generous in everything she did.

If you try to hide it from her, it's like you're guarding against her, which is disheartening.

“We can’t let you do it every day. We have cooks at home. If you do it all, wouldn’t they be idle all day?”

Upon hearing this, Wei Qingrou nodded seriously.

"That's right. We can't take over the kitchen work. They work hard every day and look forward to your reward, Mother. I can't overstep my bounds. I just hope to be able to show my respect to you when the opportunity arises."

These words flattered the princess, treating her with utmost respect, which made her feel extremely comfortable.

"Just your sweet mouth."

Wei Qingrou smiled again and said, "Mother, your daughter-in-law has also prepared Snow Moon Lamb Soup. Would you like to try some?"

The princess doesn't like sweets; she prefers flavorful food. Besides, Emperor Longxing was there just now, so she certainly wasn't satisfied with the meal.

Therefore, Wei Qingrou catered to his preferences and prepared Snow Moon Lamb Soup well in advance.

The princess's eyes lit up, and she left happily.

Only then was the busy period finally over.

Wei Qingrou finally felt relieved.

On the palace road, the vermilion and solemn palace gates were unlocked, and the carriage creaked and groaned as it moved forward.

Emperor Longxing took a bite of the tightly packed, fragrant pastry and squinted his eyes in contentment.

"This Prince Dun's daughter-in-law has pretty good cooking skills."