I just reached the maximum level, and you want me to be a puppet emperor?

Chapter 530 My husband, rest assured, they've taken the bait! (Please subscribe and vote with monthly tickets)
In fact, Cui Yuniang and Zhang Liushi are both very knowledgeable, but as women, they are thin-skinned and need someone to enlighten them.

Liu Yuran smoothly gave them a way out, making them feel that this matter was for the sake of the family, and they were able to accept it in their hearts.

If they hadn't accepted it, they would have resisted last night.

They hadn't seen Li Chen for only two days, and they were both starting to feel restless and agitated.

Sure enough, when Liu Yuran called them over, they all came running over eagerly.

Seeing that the two beautiful women in front of her had been 'recruited', Liu Yuran was very pleased. She felt that her plan was sure to be foolproof.

Liu Yuran has a lot of work to do here. For example, regarding Li Chen's identity, others only know that he is a member of the royal family, while only a few core members of the Tang family know that he is the emperor.

At least for now, Liu Yuran felt it was best not to let Cui Yuniang and Zhang Liushi know that Li Chen was the emperor. If they knew, they would probably be too busy trying to win him over, and there would be no sense of secrecy between them.

Now that the plan had succeeded, Liu Yuran began the second step of the plan.

She and her husband, Tang Yue, agreed to organize a chamber of commerce belonging to the Tang family, which they called the Tang Family Chamber of Commerce.

If the Tang family could obtain the rights to distribute mobile phones, even if it was just a small piece of the pie, it would be enough to make them stand out among the merchant families.

Moreover, if Tang Hongxiu were to be chosen by His Majesty to enter the palace, the Tang family would become legitimate members of the imperial family.

With these layers of relationships combined, not only in the capital, but also in the major cities of the Tian Ce Dynasty, merchant families, chambers of commerce, and trading companies would all vie to curry favor with them.

"My two sisters, our Tang family is planning to establish a Tang Clan Chamber of Commerce." Liu Yuran took a sip of her fragrant tea and said slowly, "As long as you join the Chamber of Commerce, you can share resources, including some projects such as mobile phone agency rights, and get a share of the profits."

Upon hearing this, Cui Yuniang and Zhang Liushi's eyes lit up immediately.

The two looked at each other and saw surprise in each other's eyes.

This is a great opportunity to show off to her husband!
Zhang Liu's fingers trembled slightly with excitement: "Sister, our Zhang family is willing to be the first to join in such a wonderful opportunity!"

Cui Yuniang retorted, not to be outdone: "Our Liu family is too!"

They spoke quickly, afraid that Liu Yuran would refuse.

Because they both knew that their husbands were thinking about how to curry favor with the Tang family every day, wasn't this an opportunity?

Liu Yuran nodded in satisfaction: "My good sisters are indeed sensible. However, the Chamber of Commerce is newly established and will need some time to prepare its specific articles of association. After you return, you can first look for a few reliable merchant families."

She deliberately dragged out her words, adding meaningfully, "Remember, choose those whose families are outstanding."

Cui Yuniang and Zhang Liushi understood immediately, blushing as they nodded in agreement.

They understood that this so-called "outstanding" did not simply refer to family background.

To put it bluntly, the Tang family's current status is all thanks to Young Master Li. As long as they serve Young Master Li well, they will have everything.

After seeing the two ladies off, Tang Yue emerged from behind the artificial hill and asked impatiently, "Madam, how did things go?"

Liu Yuran proudly raised her chin: "Don't worry, my husband, they've already taken the bait."

She turned and walked towards the pavilion, her skirt fluttering in the wind, and continued, "Next, we should consider the membership criteria for the Chamber of Commerce."

Tang Yue quickly followed, and the two sat down at the stone table. Liu Yuran took out a list that had been prepared beforehand, which was densely filled with conditions.

“First, a merchant family must have a certain amount of fixed assets,” Tang Yue said, pointing to the first requirement. “They must own at least five shops or a mine.”

Liu Yuran continued, "Secondly, the family members must be, well, proper and dignified."

She smiled slyly: "We can hold a tea party then and 'interview' him in person." Tang Yue nodded knowingly.

This so-called "Tang Clan Chamber of Commerce" is, to put it bluntly, an organization that is essentially a disguised way for Li Chen to select concubines.

Their true purpose is to ensure that each time His Majesty visits, he is accompanied by new beauties.

After they had discussed things thoroughly, Tang Yue suddenly grasped his wife's hand, his voice slightly hoarse: "My dear wife, it's been so long since we last met."

Liu Yuran gently withdrew her hand and said solemnly, "Husband, I must maintain my best condition and be ready to welcome His Majesty's favor at any time."

Tang Yue was taken aback, then patted his head in annoyance: "It was my oversight. Thank you for your hard work for the great cause of the Tang family."

Seeing his dejected expression, Liu Yuran quickly changed the subject: "By the way, how are things with Second Brother and Second Sister-in-law?"

Mentioning Tang Zhen and his wife, Tang Yue's expression became complicated: "My second brother is still the same as ever, obsessed with saving face, always pretending he knows nothing, but he understands in his heart that this is of great benefit to the Tang family."

"What about my second sister-in-law?"

Tang Yue gave a meaningful smile: "Second sister-in-law? Ha, she's even more eager for His Majesty's arrival than you are. I saw her practicing dance in the back garden this morning, her figure is amazing."

Liu Yuran playfully punched him, feigning anger: "Go away! You're so irresponsible! I... I was only doing it for the Tang family!"

Tang Yue quickly smiled apologetically, "Yes, yes, yes! My wife is so devoted to the public good; I misspoke."

After Li Chen returned to the palace, he immediately ordered people to send generous rewards to Tang's mother and Dai's mother.

The room was filled with brocade, jewelry, and rare medicinal herbs, which overwhelmed the two newly favored concubines.

"This is too much." Tang's mother stroked the shimmering brocade, her fingers trembling slightly.

As a disciple of a reclusive sect, she naturally knew her stuff; any one of these rewards was priceless.

Something that can only be encountered by chance and not sought after in the outside world.

Madam Dai, however, remained calm and said softly, "We will accept His Majesty's grace with peace of mind."

Even so, she couldn't hide the joy in her eyes.

These rewards not only represented material wealth, but also signified their elevated status in the harem.

After the eunuch who delivered the decree withdrew, Madam Dai took Madam Tang's hand and led her into the inner room.

She cautiously looked around, and only after confirming that no one was around did she lower her voice and say, "Little sister, there are some things I need to remind you of."

Seeing her serious expression, Tang's mother quickly sat up straight and said, "Please speak, sister."

Madam Dai sighed softly, "Now that we're favored, it's inevitable that we'll attract envy. Those concubines may seem kind on the surface, but who knows what tricks they'll pull behind our backs."

As she recalled the past, a hint of sadness flashed in her eyes: "I've seen too many things like this back in the Xingluo Kingdom's palace. When you're favored, everyone dotes on you, but once you fall out of favor, those favored concubines will definitely kick you when you're down. It's only because we were able to end up in the Cold Palace that we were lucky."

Tang's mother's heart skipped a beat, and she immediately understood: "What does my sister mean?"

Dai's mother held her hand tightly: "Remember, no matter how they provoke us, we must be tolerant, not fight or grab, and behave ourselves. That way, even if things get too embarrassing later on..."

As long as you show concessions, at least those concubines won't kick you when you're down.

Tang's mother nodded solemnly: "Sister, don't worry, I will definitely remember it."

(End of this chapter)