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Chapter 41 Identity ()

Cui Du got goosebumps all over his body after being swept away by those charming eyes.

Is being more handsome than a eunuch something to be proud of?

Cui Du was not good at acting, so the rejection in his heart naturally showed on his face.

Eunuch Zhao is a good observer of words. He felt quite unhappy when he saw this. He glanced at him with a smile: "What? Our family praises Young Master Cui for his handsomeness, but Young Master Cui is not happy?"

Just as Chen Zhuo was about to smooth things over, Jiang Shaohua had already answered the question with a smile: "He is still a ten-year-old child. He suffered from aphasia due to family changes. He has been afraid to come out to see people in the palace these days. I suddenly saw Eunuch Zhao today and was shocked for a moment. He is worried. Eunuch Zhao must forgive him this time."

Eunuch Zhao's face softened: "The princess praises the slave so much, but the slave really doesn't dare to live up to it."

"Why don't you dare to take it?" Jiang Shaohua smiled and poured rice soup for Eunuch Zhao: "When my grandfather was alive, he often praised Eunuch Zhao in front of me for being smart, considerate, handsome, and the number one servant in the palace."

Eunuch Zhao was coaxed into giggling.

Jiang Shaohua raised his sleeves: "The food is ready. Let's go to the dining hall. Eunuch Zhao invites you first."

Eunuch Zhao hurriedly smiled and said: "Princess Master, don't break the slaves. Princess invites you first, and the slaves will follow the Princess."

Jiang Shaohua took a step forward, but Eunuch Zhao gave way and followed suit.

Chen Zhuo and Feng Wenming quickly smiled at each other and stepped to follow.

Song Yuan reached out and patted Cui Du on the shoulder, signaling him to follow him. Cui Du came to his senses and followed silently.

As soon as he raised his head, the princess's slender figure came into view.

What a shame. He, a twenty-five-year-old adult man, was far less harmonious than a ten-year-old girl, and he needed her protection at every turn.

……

An hour later, the dinner ended.

Chen Mu was the first to leave with satisfaction. There are five drawings in his sleeve pocket, and the remaining fifteen will be picked up from Mr. Cui in two days.

With these drawings in hand, and recruiting all the carpenters and blacksmiths in Nanyang County, many new types of shaft plows will soon be made. As the princess said, at least let the people in Nanyang County use it first. When autumn plowing begins, it will be rolled out to all counties in Nanyang County.

Chen Zhuo sent Eunuch Zhao back to the courtyard on behalf of the princess, and gave him another "ancient book" and said accordingly:

"Our princess is young and determined, and is unwilling to leave the Nanyang Palace, let alone the hundreds of thousands of people in Nanyang County. We can only live up to the Queen Mother's wishes. Please also ask Eunuch Zhao to speak kindly to the princess after returning to the palace."

Eunuch Zhao glanced at the thick ancient books, his heart felt hot, and he laughed and said: "Our family has been in Nanyang County for a long time, and it is time to return to Beijing. When we return to the palace, the first thing our family will do is to The new shaft plow is dedicated to the Queen Mother. Chen Changshi can rest assured that our family will definitely speak for the princess in front of the Queen Mother."

Chen Zhuo handed over his hands with a grateful look on his face: "In that case, I would like to thank Eunuch Zhao. Can Eunuch Zhao leave an address so that I can write to Eunuch Zhao in the future and occasionally send some local products from Nanyang County."

It is common for the great eunuchs in the palace to purchase foreign residences. Some even pretend to be married to a daughter-in-law and raise an adopted son. Eunuch Zhao did not do any of these things, but he did have an outhouse, and most of his gold and silver belongings were kept in his outhouse.

When Eunuch Zhao heard about local specialties, he was moved.

As the chief chamberlain of Jingyang Palace, many people gave him gifts. However, it is unprecedented for the princess to be so generous.

Money moves people's hearts. Eunuchs have no descendants or descendants, so they only have these tacky hobbies.

Eunuch Zhao told Chen Zhuo the address of his foreign residence in a low voice.

Chen Zhuo wrote down the address and was about to leave when he heard Eunuch Zhao ask: "By the way, our family heard that Mr. Qiu is resigning?"

Chen Zhuo's expression did not change: "Exactly. Qiu Dianshan has already written a resignation letter and submitted it to the officials, and the princess has also sent a memorial to the court."

"Qiu Dianshan is going to the Ministry of Civil Affairs to report on his duties and serve as an official. My father-in-law is about to leave, so I just want Mr. Qiu to take my father-in-law back to Beijing." This last sentence is the key point.

Eunuch Zhao did not inquire about the reason for Qiu Dianshan's resignation and readily agreed.

On this side, Jiang Shaohua personally said to Song Yuan: "There is an empty yard next to the auxiliary courtyard where my uncle lives, so let Cui Du settle there. Please take care of your food, clothing, housing and transportation."

Song Yuan agreed.

The little mute can draw blueprints, which will be of great use, so he should be well supported.

Song Yuan led Cui Du away. Cui Du walked a while and looked back quietly. It's a pity that the princess didn't send her off in person.

In the palace, the only person the princess would personally deliver to the door was Chen Changshi.

Song Yuan led Cui Du into the auxiliary courtyard, ordered the two young men to pack up the east wing and come out first, and then ordered Qin Hu and Meng Sanbao: "Master Cui will stay here for the first night, I'm afraid he won't feel at ease. You two and Cui I’m familiar with Young Master, so I’ll stay here tonight to accompany Young Master Cui.”

Qin Hu and Meng Sanbao accepted the order together, and then looked at each other sadly.

Who would have thought that the little mute would turn around so quickly.

Song Yuan, this cheap uncle, was devoted to Cui Du and personally told Cui Du: "From now on, you will call me Commander Song in public and uncle in private. Remember, you are my nephew, Song Yuan."

Cui Du nodded vigorously.

Such a big tree must be kept close to.

Song Yuan continued: "You can draw drawings. This is your strength. The princess thinks highly of you. You will finish the remaining fifteen drawings. Don't let down the princess's high expectations."

Cui Du straightened his chest and gestured with his fingers, indicating that he would finish the painting within two days.

Song Yuan nodded with satisfaction.

Yin Zhu came with two brocade boxes and said with a smile: "This is a gift from the princess to Mr. Cui."

Before Cui Du could move, Meng Sanbao stepped forward and took the two brocade boxes. His hand sank and he almost missed it: "Sister Yinzhu, what is in this brocade box? Why is it so heavy?"

Yin Zhu gave Meng Sanbao an angry look: "This is for Mr. Cui. You will know after Mr. Cui opens it and takes a look."

Meng Sanbao exclaimed.

After Yin Zhu left, Song Yuan also left quickly.

Qin Hu and Meng Sanbao circled around Cui Du: "It's strange that I didn't see that you have such great ability before."

"Did you really draw the drawings of the new type of shaft plow?"

Cui Du felt quite happy to be the master of the house. He sat down slowly and took out charcoal pencils and drawing paper.

Qin Hu and Meng Sanbao came over to take a look. They immediately stood a few steps away and looked around cautiously.

In fact, the yard was still empty, except for the two sweepers, there weren't even any flies. How could there be any idle people waiting to approach?
  Cui Du saw it, a little funny and a little touched.

They are so loyal to the princess! They obviously looked down on him, but the princess gave him status and respect, and their attitude towards him immediately changed.

Well, he also has to do his job well and be loyal to the princess.

(End of this chapter)