The legitimate daughter becomes cannon fodder? Rebirth to overthrow the system's fatality

Cheng Jiuyuan returned to his yard. He felt better and his food had been digested. He was just about to undress and take a rest when Chun Xing came in.

"Miss, the Fifth Prince is coming."

Cheng Jiuyuan dressed again: "Please come in."

Chun Xing responded and went out again, and Mu Jin hurried to prepare tea and snacks.

"Your Highness the Fifth Prince, please."

Chu Heng nodded slightly and walked inside.

Today, he was wearing a different outfit from usual. He was wearing a crimson-purple dragon robe that made him look tall and straight, like a bamboo. His black hair, which used to be tied up with a hairband, was now neatly tied up with a jade crown.

The scholarly look of the past has faded, and what remains is the noble and unrestrained look of youth.

"I have met His Highness."

"No need to be so polite in private." He walked into the house, smiling.

"Etiquette cannot be abolished." Cheng Jiuyuan stepped aside and let him go first.

Chu Heng was helpless.

This time in the capital, she really looked like a lady in seclusion, and he missed the time in Loudong for no reason.

After Chu Heng sat down, Cheng Jiuyuan sat opposite him and personally poured him a cup of tea.

"How come you have time to come to the Prime Minister's residence today, Your Highness?"

"I went to the Ministry of Justice right after court was dismissed. I didn't even have time to change into my court robes before I came to deliver a letter to the second young lady." Chu Heng took a sip of tea and looked at her deeply.

"Isn't Your Highness in the Shenjiying? Why are you going to the Ministry of Justice?"

Cheng Jiuyuan thought to himself that he still had to arrange his own people in the court. The officials that the Pei family had bribed with money did not hold high positions and could not access the court's secrets.

"Second Miss, you must have heard about the burning of the warship a few days ago, right?"

Cheng Jiuyuan nodded.

This incident caused such a big stir that even if no one in the court knew about it, she would have heard about it.

I just don't know whether the burning of the warship was man-made or a natural disaster. But no matter what, the Ministry of Works cannot escape the blame for failing to take good care of it. The Ministry of Works is the prince's people, so the blame is not that serious.

"The warship burned down, and my father sent the Ministry of Justice to investigate the cause. Unexpectedly, they found out that the Ministry of Works was corrupt."

Chu Heng's light words made Cheng Jiuyuan feel surprised and happy.

She held the list of Chu Ze's faction in her hand, but was troubled by the lack of a suitable opportunity to take action.

This is really a good time to ask someone to hand you a pillow when you feel sleepy.

The Ministry of Works was corrupt, and this was a grave crime. The prince's faction must have suffered heavy losses.

The first person the prince would suspect would be Chu Ze. If the prince were to get hold of something that Chu Ze and his group might use to hold on to it, they would definitely not let go.

She was delighted in her heart, but on the surface she looked puzzled: "What does a court official have to do with a girl like me? Your Highness, why did you bother to come here in person?"

"In order to fill this hole, the prince will sell his properties at a low price. I know that the Pei family has some properties in the capital and is thinking about expanding."

Chu Heng took out an envelope and handed it to Cheng Jiuyuan. "This is the profitable industry under the name of the prince. The prince is eager to sell it, and the price is extremely low. I used some tricks, and now no one dares to take it over. If the Pei family can take it over, the Pei family will be able to gain a firm foothold in the capital."

Cheng Jiuyuan's eyes lit up. This was a way to achieve success overnight.

The Pei family cannot come forward openly for such a big piece of fat meat, so it is easy for Wuyingtang to create a few identities.

"Thank you, Your Highness." Cheng Jiuyuan took the envelope, opened it and felt even happier.

She looked at Chu Heng who looked indifferent. Some of these industries were hidden so deeply, yet he was able to dig them out. Was he really just an idle prince who had no power?

"No need to thank me, Second Miss. I owe the Pei family a favor in Loudong."

After saying that, he took another sip of tea and said, "Second Miss is still good at enjoying life. It's only October and you already have Autumn White Tea in your house."

This autumn white tea is picked after the White Dew Festival, and after going through a series of processes, it is transported to the capital, which takes at least a month.

This is the advantage of having an uncle who travels all over the country doing business. Whenever the Pei family has something good, the first person they think of is her.

"If your highness likes it, you can bring some back later."

"No need. If I want to drink, I can come here."

Cheng Jiuyuan was very happy about the two good news he brought. Hearing this, he said very gently: "Your Highness, please come anytime. There is plenty of tea."

"at any time?"

"Of course." Cheng Jiuyuan looked at the industry on the paper and replied without raising his eyes.

Chu Heng stayed in Feiyuan Pavilion for about half an hour and then left. Cheng Jiuyuan did not take a nap either. He picked up a pen and wrote a letter to Wuyingtang. After handing it to Mujin, he went out with Songlan.

In one afternoon, she and Pei Xiu agreed on a plan to take over the prince's assets.

After Cheng Jiuyuan left, Pei Xiu also became busy.

To take over so many industries, Pei Xiu needed enough money, so he started raising money overnight.

It was already evening when we returned home.

It was rare that Cheng Zongyang went to her Feiyuan Pavilion after returning home.

Cheng Jiuyuan entered the yard, and Chun Xing whispered, "Miss, the Prime Minister is waiting for you in the house."

Cheng Jiuyuan raised her eyebrows. Fortunately, she never left any things out and she would burn all the correspondence after reading.

She entered the room and saw Cheng Zongyang standing in front of the window, with his hands behind his back, and an expression on his face as if he was missing something.

"Dad." Cheng Jiuyuan shouted.

When Cheng Zongyang heard the voice, the expression on his face disappeared instantly and he returned to his usual state.

He turned around and frowned, "You are a girl in the boudoir, and you are returning home now. Is that appropriate?"

"My daughter has told her mother, and she is going to look for her uncle..."

Cheng Zongyang raised his hand to interrupt her: "Let's not talk about these for now. Your father came here to ask you to do something."

"What's the matter?"

"I heard that the Fifth Prince came to see you today?"

"He just..."

"No matter what the reason is, I don't blame you. On the contrary, I want you to get closer to the Fifth Prince."

Cheng Jiuyuan sneered in his heart. Seeing that Cheng Yunge had contracted a strange disease, and coupled with her words "helping in times of need", he began to focus his attention on her again.

Seeing that she didn't reply, Cheng Zongyang continued, "My father is in the court, and there are countless people watching. As my daughter, you should share my worries."

"What does my father want me to do?"

"Give the Fifth Prince more advice, so that he can show his talent appropriately, but not too much. Let's be the fisherman and the oriole, understand?"

Who is talking to you 'we'.

But don’t miss the free help.

"Dad, I understand." Cheng Jiuyuan responded obediently.

Cheng Zongyang nodded with satisfaction. He had been in the court for many years, and with the financial resources of the Pei family and the military power of the Lin family, he was capable of establishing his own faction.

When the Crown Prince and the Third Prince fight to the death, that will be their time to come to the fore.

The only person Chu Heng could rely on was Cheng Zongyang. From now on, it was Cheng Zongyang who had the final say in Dongling.

Cheng Zongyang casually expressed his concern for his daughter and left Feiyuan Pavilion with a smile.

When Cheng Jiuyuan saw his expression, she knew what sweet dream he was having.

Let’s not talk about whether Chu Heng is willing to take that position. Even if he does, with Cheng Jiuyuan around, what does Cheng Zongyang have to do with him if he has already reached that position?

But for now, let him dream sweetly.

"Girl, would you like to have dinner first?"

"not busy."

After saying that, he walked to the desk, picked up a pen and wrote a few letters.

The officials bribed by the Pei family have low positions, but this also has its advantages. She handed them a ladder and she didn't believe that they wouldn't try their best to grab it and climb up.