Housekeeper of the Hundred Blossom Palace

Chapter 78: Pirates and the Huang Family

According to the crown princes explanation, Kai was an important business location for the Huang Family.

The income they generated would be less if the number of ships entering the harbor was also lessened.

That would be a heavy blow to the Huang family. 

Where did those pirates come from? They are being investigated naturally, I presume?

Li Mins expression turned grave when he heard Li Yongs words.

Well, this case is something you guys would understand sooner or later, anyway. Actually, its the work of the Huang family.

What? The Huang family attacked their own harbor?

Theyre a separate part of the Huang family, to be exact. Theyre not fond of me.

Li Min then started to open up about the Huang familys internal affairs.

My old man dominates the properties of the Huang family now, but it wasnt decided to be like that.

The emperor was also keeping an eye on this Huang family.

The grand duke was considered to be the head and commander, so many people naturally covet that position.

In the midst of that, Li Mins father managed to maneuver his way, skillfully aiding the current grand duke, and now, he was considered to be the prime heir candidate.

However, his brother-in-law was considered to be the second most influential person, and he was also aiming for that position.

Hes the husband of my old mans older sis should I say aunt and shes one greedy fella, you know.

That aunt was supposed to be a candidate to become the emperors concubine, however, just as Princess Pan had told them, she lost during the harsh battle of the Huangs inner yard. She then picked a person from her consanguine family, and she remained in one of the branch families.

And, shes one of those powder-stinky old crones. She hates me, actually. She tried to make her daughter do the same thing she failed in by attempting to make her the crown princes concubine, but that didnt turn out well, too.

Li Min then shrugged.

Maybe that mother and daughter pair had a fatal flaw.

The person who was being groomed to become the successor of the Grand Duke Huangs title would surely have a high status.

Maybe thats the reason why they didnt manage to forcefully grab that status.

The Huang family probably didnt want to bring shame to their clan by sending a ridiculous woman to the palace.

At any rate, because of those circumstances, Li Min was on guard against the princess who came from the palace, since he did not know what kind of person she was.

He was probably wondering what to do if she turned out to be someone like that mother-daughter pair.

Honestly, I was totally relieved when she turned out to be different from those two.

I see. Perhaps you got the urge to take Princess Pan to the harbor to see the sea because of that relief?

Li Min was at a loss for a moment when Yui Mei commented, then he muttered So thats also possible.

Actually, I was thinking now that I shouldnt have taken Lady Princess around the harbor. Its messy and dirty, to boot. Shes in poor shape, so maybe she got sick because of that. I also regret that, you know.

Li Min hung his head, while Yui Mei widened her eyes in surprise.

This guy was worried for the wrong reasons, it seemed.

I dont think thats true, though? Princess Pan had a great time, you know? She said Lord Li Min took me, and she seemed really happy. She also recommended that we go sightseeing around the harbor, too.

.Really?

Li Min jerked his head up when he heard Yui Meis words.

So this pair of husband and wife kept on missing each other, huh.

Yui Mei was a bit exasperated. Li Yong then spoke to Li Min.

In my perspective, Princess Pan was also somewhat peculiar compared to the other esteemed personages who lived in the Inner Palace. That might be the reason why she was the one sent to become a bride of the Huang family. Thats why, please set aside your preconceptions about the princess and try to connect with her.

Got it, Ill do my best. 

Li Min meekly replied to Li Yongs advice.

It would be good if misconceptions between them were eliminated.

It turned to Li Mins love consultation once again, but now its time to return to the story.

It seemed that the greedy aunt hadnt given up on the position of Grand Duke Huang yet.

Kai is the place entrusted to the successor of the Grand Duke Huang for generations. They left it to my father and now its entrusted to me, plus I got Lady Princess as my bride. They probably couldnt stay still, since they probably cant compete at this rate.

Li Min said. Li Yong sipped his tea, then asked him.

From Lord Li Mins perspective, that aunt and her husband, what kind of people are they?

Theyre pigheaded, in a word. Plus, their greed for money and power is exceptional compared to other folks.

T/N: Really, how adorable, Li Min. ?

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