Chapter 2324: Chapter 2321: Winter Hunt

She directly transplanted the vines, which have already borne fruit. Although she guessed that the resulting Grape Wine wouldn’t be too good, Ye Muyu wasn’t in a rush. If she produced the wine immediately, wouldn’t it be obvious to others that she had long known how to brew it, yet kept it hidden?

If word reached Emperor Xuanming, without a doubt, it would offend the Emperor.

Under imperial rule, no superior would tolerate someone below enjoying the best while keeping it from him.

Ye Muyu wasn’t gifted in palace intrigue, but she dealt with these Nobles by choosing to put herself in their shoes, which helped to avoid a lot of trouble.

He Nian, upon hearing about going back to his old craft of winemaking, nodded quickly and patted his chest, promising that he would not disappoint her.

"By the way, there’s one more issue. Do you need to select someone close to you to serve by your side?" Ye Muyu thought that his lack of speech was somewhat troublesome, as it could easily lead others to underestimate him.

She explained this to him in detail without withholding anything. "If you have someone by your side, they might even fear you due to your few words. You can consider the specifics further when you return."

"Thank you, my lady." He Nian felt relieved, seeing no aversion in her eyes, only genuine advice. It seemed the lady truly didn’t disdain his lack of speech, or she wouldn’t be so kind and willing to offer advice.

Ye Muyu didn’t have the three of them set off immediately, especially Wang Qing. Although he stated he had no family and was alone, even spending the New Year alone was not an issue for him. Still, Ye Muyu insisted that he set off after the New Year.

Gao Yunli’s tasks required immediate attention and coordination with Tang Dongfeng.

He Nian needed to inspect the shop, visit the Manor to see the grapes, and attempt to brew the first batch.

There was plenty to keep them busy.

"My lady, we will go ahead and get to work." Tang Dongfeng rose, greeted Ye Muyu, and then left.

Ye Muyu wrapped up these business matters.

She finally breathed a sigh of relief.

All she needed to do was hand over the pre-prepared plans and estimated investment of taels of silver to them for execution.

Ye Muyu always made good use of talent, so she couldn’t wear herself out with the workload.

However.

Just as Ye Muyu took a break.

The time for the winter hunt arrived.

Generally, it would be an autumn hunt.

However, clearly, this year’s winter hunt was entirely Emperor Xuanming’s excuse to reprimand Beirong and the surrounding nations.

This was the reason for the hunt.

As the year end approached, the annual palace banquets and events had fixed schedules, and there wasn’t much time left.

The winter hunt was scheduled for the twentieth.

When it concluded, it would be almost time for the New Year.

Therefore, within three days, the Ministry of Rites had prepared the procession for the outing, allowing favored concubines of third-grade and above from the Imperial Harem to attend.

However, the Dowager Empress, due to ill health, stayed in the palace.

Among the courtiers, officials of fifth-grade and above were also allowed to bring their families along.

No courtier would refuse such an opportunity.

Whether it was to make connections with Nobles, take the opportunity to showcase themselves, or simply to gain experience, there were many reasons, and so the number of attendees grew quickly.

The procession stretched a long span of road, looking quite magnificent.

Ye Muyu was seated in the carriage, as Chu Heng had gone ahead to the hunting ground to make arrangements, especially since the most crucial aspect of this winter hunt was the Cavalry Battalion’s drill.

As there was no limit on the number of people she could bring, Ye Muyu not only brought Chu Ziluo but also brought along Chu Fu, Chu Qingyu, and Chu Bo, who were home on vacation from school.

She even brought Chu Yunhuai, who had just arrived in the capital.

Chu Yunhuai was of a similar age to Chu Fu.

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