The Pampered Consort Demands a Divorce - Chapter Three
Wen Zilong drew his gaze back from Cui Jingyan, caressing his teacup to feel its lingering warmth. He spoke in a soft, measured tone: "The water transport in the capital has always been held tightly in the grasp of the Water Transport Gang. In the past, even dukes and imperial sons-in-law who wished to dip their hands into this business found themselves completely shut out. Two years ago, when the new docks were completed, my brother-in-law seemed to perceive the unfolding situation earlier than anyone else. You made every preparation in advance regarding vessel dimensions, crew numbers, cargo capacity, and the like. Only because of that were you able to snatch thirty percent of the shipping volume ahead of everyone else, without the slightest fear of retaliation from the Water Transport Gang. If you were relying solely on your status as a commandery prince, I fear you wouldn't possess such capability..." Cui Jingyan froze for a moment, then smiled bitterly. "Elde...