Chapter 492: The Wind Rises and the Waves Swell (6)_1
"You unfilial son want to be the death of me." General Luo’s dignity was compromised in front of everyone by his own son, his anger causing his beard to bristle. If they hadn’t been guests at the Li Residence, Luo Yan would’ve most likely been given a good beating. "Can’t you just do something sensible for once?"
"Sensible?" Luo Yan looked at General Luo with amusement, then casually replied, "How about I help the prince streamline the grain trade?"
The mention of grain was too sensitive, and immediately, the lively chatter in the room ceased.
Li Jiesong’s legs wouldn’t stop shaking. Why did they have to bring up the grain trade? He was scared that his secret activities would be discovered by Chu Suifeng’s people. If that would stir up a big mess, even if Chu Suifeng spares his life for the sake of their relatives in the Marquis Residence, he wouldn’t escape punishment for his crimes. He didn’t want to spend his life in jail.
"Not a bad idea." Chu Suifeng responded lightly.
"I heard that the Prince’s estate has already started experimental planting of rice and wheat. I wonder if the Prince could bring us along for the ride next year? I have the fields the Prince generously bestowed upon me, and I wouldn’t mind asking the Prince for a little favor." Shao Liufeng said with a smile.
"Your Highness, I, too, have some fields, but as a blunt man, I have no idea how to manage them. Your Highness mustn’t play favorites. If you are going to teach the scholars how to farm, please don’t forget about me." Wa Jie hastily stood up, cupped his fists and said to Chu Suifeng.