Republic of China: My great warlord, many children, many blessings.

Ever since the last time Ye Zhen stepped on the wrong person while playing mahjong at **, accidentally stepping on Shen Hao's instep.

From that moment on, Shen Hao's image was deeply imprinted in her heart.

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As Yuan Shikai entered middle and old age, coupled with the burden of national affairs and declining energy, he could hardly maintain his abilities in this area.

For the concubines in the household, being favored even once every six months was considered a blessing.

Even when they do, they rush through it and then go to sleep.

How could Ye Zhen, in her prime, possibly bear this?

Having been feeling empty for a long time, she began to dream of spring.

Moreover, every time he dreams, the male protagonist is Shen Hao, as if he's bewitched.

In his dream, Shen Hao was practically just a tool.

Previously, Ye Zhen, because she was not getting enough to eat, even thought about sneaking a bite to eat with her first love, Yuan Kewen.

But after stepping on Shen Hao's foot under the mahjong table that time, everything changed, and Ye Zhen suddenly lost interest in Yuan Kewen.

The youthful excitement I once cherished vanished in that moment, and I no longer had any thoughts about him.

Ye Zhen used to reminisce about her chance encounter with Yuan Kewen in Nanjing because Yuan Kewen was younger and more handsome than Yuan Datou.

But things were different when she met Shen Hao. Not only was Shen Hao a head taller than Yuan Kewen, but he was also tall and handsome. His masculine aura was like poison, captivating Ye Zhen.

No one can escape the "it smells so good" phenomenon; when a woman meets a better man, she's easily swayed. That's how simple it is for women to be fickle.

Love is all just an illusion; once the novelty wears off, it's just like that.

Therefore, taking advantage of the opportunity to see Yuan Shuzhen off, Ye Zhen also came along.

Unexpectedly, Yuan Kewen also insisted on following along.

Ye Zhen used to be happy to see Yuan Kewen.

However, for some reason, Ye Zhen still feels a bit annoyed by Yuan Kewen and wishes he would stay away from her.

181. These things are all cash cows.

Inside the car, neither Shen Hao nor Ye Zhen spoke, and the atmosphere was somewhat awkward.

Yuan Kewen rubbed his head and said, "What kind of lousy road is this? It almost killed me! I have a bump on my head."

Clearly, the moment the car went into the ditch had seriously injured him.

Rubbing his head, Yuan Kewen said again, "Ah Hao, why don't you fix the road?"

Shen Hao said, "This is already in the planning stages."

Currently, Shen Hao plans to monopolize all cement plants in Guangdong and also intends to establish a tobacco bureau to monopolize the tobacco industry in Guangdong.

This stuff is very profitable, and Shen Hao can accept it compared to smoking opium.

The Water Resources Bureau and the Power Bureau have also already started their initiatives.

These are all cash cows.

How could Shen Hao refuse?

This plan has not yet been implemented.

Along the way, looking at the scenery of Guangzhou's streets, Yuan Kewen exclaimed, "There are quite a few Western-style buildings here, but it lacks some of the architectural culture of our country."

Shen Hao said, "This area is by the sea, and there are many foreigners, so many people here are learning new things, which is why the style here is more Western."

“Well, it is indeed a place of exile, so there is a lack of Confucian culture, and the cultural foundation is still insufficient,” Yuan Kewen said.

Upon hearing this, Shen Hao did not discuss the "003" topic.

Changing the subject with a smile, he said, "You must be tired from the journey by boat. Once we get home, take a nice hot shower and get some sleep. We'll have a welcome dinner tonight."

"Haha, that's exactly what I wanted!"

"Being on a boat is so nerve-wracking, it's not enjoyable at all. Every time I go on a boat, I'm afraid I'll fall overboard, and I can't swim at all."

Yuan Kewen enjoys listening to and singing opera, but there are none of these things on this cruise ship, which makes him very unhappy.

Extremely bored, I could only numb myself with opium paste.

Because I smoked it quickly, I finished the opium I brought with me.

Along the way, the roads were under lockdown wherever Shen Hao went.

The journey was smooth and unimpeded, and Shen Hao enjoyed the feeling of being privileged.

Upon arriving at the Governor's Mansion, Yuan Kewen couldn't help but pull Shen Hao aside and ask, "Do you have opium in your residence? I really can't resist anymore, my craving is kicking in."

Yuan Kewen's drug addiction flared up, and he looked at Shen Hao anxiously, hoping for help in finding opium.

Shen Hao smiled and said, "Yes, there is. You wait in your room, and I'll go get it for you."

"Thank you, my good brother," Yuan Kewen said excitedly, sniffing.

Shen Hao couldn't easily persuade someone like this who was addicted to drugs.

For an ordinary person, smoking opium would probably bankrupt them, but Yuan Kewen could afford it even if he smoked opium his whole life.

Shen Hao still has over a dozen boxes of opium in his spatial ring, enough for this guy to smoke for several lifetimes.

Soon, the maid delivered the opium paste to Yuan Kewen.

The maid was also puzzled, unable to understand why Shen Hao would send opium to the other party.

Previously, the first thing Shen Hao did upon entering the Governor's Mansion was to dismiss all the opium-smoking servants and recruit a new batch.

Everyone thought Shen Hao hated opium smoking, but unexpectedly he personally delivered opium to others.

However, these servants dared not say a word about the master's affairs.

Little did they know, Shen Hao only disliked his own men smoking opium; he didn't care whether others smoked or not.

When Yuan Shuzhen arrived, Yuan Fuzhen, as his younger sister, was naturally delighted.

The two sisters weren't actually very close, but now that they're both going to be Shen Hao's women, their relationship has naturally become closer.

After all, with so many women, there's still someone to look after between them.

Yuan Shuzhen looked at Yuan Fuzhen, whose complexion was rosy and who seemed much more cheerful and optimistic than before, a stark contrast to his time in **. He seemed much happier and asked curiously, "You haven't been bullied here, have you?"

Yuan Fuzhen smiled and shook her head. A faint smile remained on her beautiful face from beginning to end, clearly indicating that she was very happy.

"My husband treats me very well, and my sisters in the family are all very united."

Upon hearing this, Yuan Shuzhen's expression softened considerably. She was genuinely worried that the women in Shen Hao's household would be difficult to get along with and constantly cause trouble, making life truly unbearable.

Having been through it all, Ye Zhen knows better what women need.

So he asked, "I just took a look, and Ah Hao has more women than your father, more than a dozen. Can he manage so many women? Does he have the energy to serve you?"

Yuan Shuzhen didn't understand what he was saying, but Yuan Fuzhen, who had been through it all, understood it instantly.

Her fair, snow-white cheeks were instantly flushed with a rosy glow.

She said shyly, "I can manage, my husband is very capable."

"Really? You're not kidding me, how can so many women manage?" Ye Zhen asked with some skepticism.

After all, there are precedents. Yuan Datou had to fight tooth and nail to deal with just one fifth concubine. Wouldn't Shen Hao be exhausted if he had so many?

Unless you're a god, no normal person could be that terrifying.

This question stumped Yuan Fuzhen; it was truly difficult to explain.

You can't just say, "Why don't you try it yourself and see?"

Yuan Shuzhen seemed not to understand their conversation and said, "It's really hot here."

"Yeah, you'll get used to it. There's a fan here, you can cool off."

"Never mind, I'll just go take a shower and feel better."

"I'll go too, I'm all sweaty," Ye Zhen said.

"Then come with me," Yuan Fuzhen said, leading the two to the bathroom.

The summer heat was intense, and Shen Hao was also unbearably hot.

Shen Hao originally wanted to fence off a section of the beach for himself to play on, but after thinking about it, he decided against it.

So they called the guards.

"What are your orders, Commander?"

"Have someone dig a swimming pool for me in my backyard."

What is a swimming pool?

Swimming pools were not a custom in ancient times, and they are not common in the West today.

Shen Hao said, "It's like a bathhouse. Dig a big one, with a slight slope, about 1.5 to 2 meters deep. After it's finished, find a craftsman to smooth it out with cement."

"It is the Governor-General."