Chapter 2358: Chapter 2355: Chu Cai Becomes an Official and Enters the Ministry of Works’ Manufacturing Bureau

"Better not bring trouble upon ourselves." Though Madam Wang also adored her daughter, she was quite easily contented. Her daughter wasn’t going to marry a prince, so why learn so much? Ordinary families have no use for it. It would be better for the girl to learn how to run a shop and manage a household, so she can live well after marriage.

Madam Wang’s thinking was quite normal.

For ordinary people, living life at the level of a hundred taels, their main concern is how to elevate it to five hundred taels.

They wouldn’t consider learning how to live the life of nobility worth tens of thousands of taels; it’s too far removed and beyond their aspirations.

Chu Ziluo paused for a moment: "Then I’ll first inquire what the Empress thinks, and inform you afterward. If it’s possible, we’ll proceed; if not, then there’s no harm. How does that sound?"

"Alright, but don’t feel compelled." Madam Wang reminded her.

Chu Ziluo smiled sincerely.

If Madam Wang were greedy and insatiable, she would certainly be cautious and keep her distance from them.

However, both Madam Wang and Chu Cai were easily satisfied people who never took their assistance for granted.

Because of this, Chu Ziluo was willing to offer help.

Shortly after.

People from the palace arrived.

The nanny Chu Ziluo met was indeed a trusted attendant beside the Empress, indicating the Empress valued her greatly.

Chu Ziluo found an opportunity to bring up the matter.

The nanny didn’t respond directly but said she would first go back and report to the Empress.

Chu Ziluo was already prepared for this, nodding to show her understanding.

When the Empress received the message, she happened to be having lunch with Li Chongjin and the Emperor.

The Empress did not let the servant speak directly, and instead gestured for them to leave.

After taking a few bites of food, the Emperor asked Li Chongjin: "Are Hetu’s people approaching you?"

"Yes, these past few days in Jing City, I’ve often encountered unexpected troubles. But the son has managed without making mistakes. Perhaps because of this, Hetu has grown impatient and wants to thoroughly test the son’s skills, inviting him to go horseback riding outside the city tomorrow."

"In that case, you should go." Emperor Xuanming narrowed his eyes, a cold gleam flashing within them: "Arrange plenty of manpower, and ensure nothing happens again."

"Yes, your son accepts the order." Li Chongjin knelt down in salute.

Emperor Xuanming raised his hand: "Sit down and eat first."

"Yes." Li Chongjin quietly returned to his seat, remained silent, and followed proper decorum while eating.

Emperor Xuanming did not eat much. After finishing his lunch, he wiped his mouth and suddenly asked, "Empress, did the palace attendant just now have something to say?"

The Empress was visibly surprised, meeting Emperor Xuanming’s gaze. After hesitating a bit, she directly spoke: "Originally, I didn’t intend to bother the Emperor with a trivial matter. It’s just a small thing; Miss Chu sent someone to inquire if her cousin could also learn etiquette, perhaps to elevate her status so she won’t be looked down upon by her future husband’s family."

"I recall that Minister Chu’s family in the capital seems quite skilled in carpentry."

"Indeed, before the Imperial Palace’s learning chairs for the Fifth Prince and dining chairs for children were crafted by Lord Chu’s elder brother. They were quite popular in the capital for a period. Nowadays, children in the capital walk early and don’t need to be carried by wet nurses while eating, enhancing their independence."

"A true craftsman," Emperor Xuanming showed some interest.

"You may not know, but the eldest son of Lord Chu’s brother became a scholar last year and then went to Jiangnan to participate in the modification of sea vessels."

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