She Became A Downfall Noble Lady

The two started talking about construction, and it didn’t take long before Jinrong joined the conversation, "I’ve had knowledgeable people review the plans and construction documents for the dairy products workshop. They are well done, very orderly, and the layout is refreshingly innovative. I wonder if Father-in-law Qi has any energy left. If so, once the workshop is completed, please produce a courtyard design. If you can create an innovative and elegant design, I will hire Father-in-law Qi’s team to build the courtyard."

Qi Younian, who had been engaging in casual conversation with a tranquil state of mind, instantly showed an unusual focus and enthusiasm upon hearing Jinrong’s proposal that involved his own profession and the future of the construction industry.

The old master subconsciously inclined his body forward, eagerly asking, "How large does Sixth Master plan the courtyard to be? Are there any particular requirements?" As he spoke, he became somewhat restless, "Or perhaps, I should bring Wong Qiao here right away. He is very skilled at this; he single-handedly managed the dairy products workshop’s designs and construction documents."

Jinrong smiled and gestured with his hand, "There’s no rush at this moment. Just keep in mind that the space for building the courtyard isn’t large; plan for a size of about ten or so acres. As for the requirements, I won’t say much. Saying too much would limit the craftsmen’s imagination. I want to see what kind of courtyard the craftsmen can create without any requirements from the owner."

Qi Younian glanced at Cheung Wusi beside him and, rubbing his hands with eagerness, said, "Alright then, let us use all our efforts to think of a unique garden. If Sixth Master finds it unsatisfactory, we can always make changes."

Jiang Yifan, astonished, asked, "Where does Sixth Master plan to build this garden? Ten or so acres is not a small area; where do you have such a space available?" For a prince to build a garden at the local level, as Jinrong mentioned, would be a private affair and quite a significant matter.

Jinrong replied nonchalantly, "The courtyard I custom-built has been long uninhabited, and not only does it look terribly old, but the layout isn’t pleasing either. I’m planning to allocate a piece of it, demolish the original buildings and pavilions, and rebuild something innovative and comfortable to look at."

He spoke casually, glancing over at Zhou Shuyu, "Upon hearing our conversation, Young Master Zhou must find it novel and will surely report back everything to Prefecture Governor Zhou, right?" The underlying warning in his words was unmistakably clear.