I died tragically in my previous life, and I want to be an empress in my next life

After a while, Xuanyuan Che came to the carriage and knocked lightly on the curtain. Pei Zhiyan then lifted the curtain, revealing her dignified and beautiful face.

"I really have to thank Sixth Prince Brother for what happened last time at the Princess's Mansion." Pei Zhiyan's lips curled up into a smile, with a hint of gratitude in her tone.

Thinking back to what happened last time, Xuanyuan Che had indeed helped her a lot, and Pei Zhiyan felt that she should express her gratitude to him in person.

"It's just a trivial matter, not worth mentioning." Xuanyuan Che said indifferently, "I just don't want to see anyone tarnish the reputation of the emperor's sister-in-law."

Pei Zhiyan smiled slightly, with a bit of doubt and curiosity in her eyes, "So, I wonder what important matter Sixth Prince is looking for me today?"

Xuanyuan Che chuckled, a sly look flashing in his eyes, "I heard that someone has been buying a large amount of grain in the capital recently. This matter has aroused my great interest."

Pei Zhiyan's heart tightened. He seemed to be well-informed. She asked calmly, "Really? Is this what Sixth Prince wanted to tell me?"

Xuanyuan Che looked at her, his eyes revealing a kind of confidence and cunning, and said meaningfully, "Not only that, I also know who this person is."

Pei Zhiyan's expression changed slightly, but she quickly regained her composure and said calmly, "What does this have to do with me?"

"Isn't the master behind Yongfeng Commercial Bank the Empress's sister-in-law?" Xuanyuan Che asked leisurely.

Pei Zhiyan was shocked when she heard this. Yongfeng Commercial Bank was her property, which was little known to many people. She didn't expect Xuanyuan Che to know this.

She took a deep breath, tried to stay calm, and said calmly, "Sixth brother, you are joking. Yongfeng Commercial Bank is just a small commercial bank under my name. How could it be related to the purchase of the grain market in the capital?"

Xuanyuan Che looked at her, his eyes flashing with a sharp light, and smiled slightly, saying, "Imperial sister-in-law, there is no need to deny it. I know it is you. Moreover, I also know your purpose."

Ha, it seems that the Sixth Prince came prepared. It is no use trying to deceive him. Pei Zhiyan chuckled, "Since the Sixth Prince already knows, I have nothing to hide."

"The floods in the south are severe this year, and the grain harvest is bound to be affected. I purchased some grain in advance to cope with future market changes," Pei Zhiyan explained.

Xuanyuan Che looked at her with a half-smile, "Oh? When providing disaster relief, Prince Jing's Mansion acted so noble and upright, but now they are engaging in speculative business?"

"Let's put things one way or the other. Disaster relief is a social responsibility, and this action is for the livelihood of the palace. Why, can't Prince Jing's palace earn some pocket money?" Pei Zhiyan replied.

After hearing this, Xuanyuan Che couldn't help but laugh, "Oh? So, the emperor's sister-in-law is going to compete with the people for profits? This amount of pocket money is not small."

"Prince Jing's Mansion has a weak foundation and high expenses. I have no choice but to do this." Pei Zhiyan said helplessly, "Could it be that Sixth Prince also wants to get a piece of the pie?"

"You're overthinking, sister-in-law. I don't mean that." Xuanyuan Che chuckled and said.

I didn't mean that. Why did you stop me and ask me why? Pei Zhiyan felt a little annoyed.

"I just want to remind you, sister-in-law, that you should be moderate in doing business and not damage the reputation of Prince Jing's Mansion for the sake of temporary interests." Xuanyuan Che said meaningfully, "Also, this speculative business is not a long-term solution. It is still the right way to make money by relying on your own strength."

"Thank you very much, Sixth Brother." Pei Zhiyan said lightly.

"You're too polite, sister-in-law." Xuanyuan Che said with a smile.

Pei Zhiyan heaved a sigh of relief only after he left. She thought she had kept the matter secret, but she didn't expect the Sixth Prince to know about it. She didn't know if she was too careless or if the Sixth Prince was unfathomable.

"Let's go, go back home quickly." Pei Zhiyan ordered.

Yin Liu then directed the carriage to continue heading towards Prince Jing's Mansion.

Xuanyuan Che did not go far from the hidden corner of the street. He watched Pei Zhiyan's carriage go away, and then he ordered a man in black beside him, "Keep an eye on the movement of that batch of grain."

He didn't believe what Pei Zhiyan said just now. There must be a deeper purpose behind it.

"Yes, master!" the man in black responded, and then disappeared in a flash.

On the carriage back home, Pei Zhiyan wondered what might happen in the future since the Sixth Prince had discovered that she had purchased grain. It was not safe to store this batch of grain in the suburbs of Beijing for a long time.

In some time, there will be a shortage of food in the capital. It would be too conspicuous to leave this batch of food in the suburbs of Beijing. No, it is better to send it to my uncle in the northwest in batches as soon as possible.

On the second day, Pei Zhiyan went to the General's Mansion again and had a secret talk with General Lin.

When Pei Zhiyan told General Lin about the food, General Lin was shocked. He did not expect Pei Zhiyan to have such a strategy and to prepare for a rainy day.

However, General Lin believed that the imperial court had never been short of food and fodder for the army, so they should wait and see. If the imperial court really had no military supplies, it would not be too late to send them.

"Grandfather, although this has never happened before, this year is different from previous years. The floods in the south have had a widespread impact. When Yan'er ordered people to purchase grain, she found that the grain reserves in the areas surrounding the capital were already insufficient." Pei Zhiyan said earnestly.

"When that situation really happens, it might be too late for Yan'er."

When General Lin heard this, his face became serious. He pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "What you said makes sense. But the journey to the border is long. How can we transport the food there?"

Pei Zhiyan seemed to have thought about this problem a long time ago. She said confidently, "Yan'er has thought about it. We can dispatch a group of people, disguise them as caravans, and deliver the food in batches. This way, we can reduce the pressure of transportation and ensure the safety of the food."

General Lin listened to Pei Zhiyan's suggestion and nodded, "This is a good idea, but you have to be careful."

"In addition, Yan'er thinks that if the imperial court can deliver the military rations on time, the caravan can directly trade the rations there and exchange them for silver bills, thus killing two birds with one stone."

Hearing this, General Lin couldn't help but feel happy. This granddaughter of his seemed to have quite a business mind.

"Well, let's do as you say. Grandfather will arrange the number of people needed." said General Lin.

Then, the two of them carefully discussed how to arrange the manpower and routes, and let Lin Xiaoyu be responsible for the overall scheduling work.

Finally, General Lin asked again, "What about Prince Jing's side?"

"He doesn't know." Pei Zhiyan said lightly.

General Lin and Lin Xiaoyu naturally understood what Pei Zhiyan meant.