The eunuch had seen many things and knew enough to guess that the emperor’s favor was due to Ye Xinyan.
As for Qi Younian himself, although he was a folk craftsman, he also had self-awareness. He knew all his energy was on the Construction Industry, and the chanical Workshop was entirely the family business his granddaughter established without spending a single large coin.
It was this family business that earned him the emperor’s gift of a plaque. With a plaque personally written by the emperor, he felt at ease that this family business of the Qi family was secured.
The old man gazed at Ye Xinyan with a sowhat dazed expression. How fortunate was he to know a girl so distinguished, extraordinarily skilled, and kind-hearted.
Originally, he was alone and destitute outside, without any hope. However, he lived to witness the glory of the Qi family on this day.
Now, the orders for Guangsha Construction were endless. This year’s projects were not yet completed, and orders for the following year were already coming in.
The seven branches in Yuanzhou and surrounding prefectures and counties were also thriving. With the solid foundation established from building temples, as long as visitors slightly noticed the temple’s specifications and workmanship, they attracted many patrons.
Although these seven branches hadn’t earned much silver this year, their expansion speed and the recruitnt of craftsn had already allowed them to dominate and take the top position in the construction industry across the prefectures and counties.
Qi Younian couldn’t have imagined that, at his old age, he would manage such a large enterprise. Just like Ye Zi had said long ago, to create one of the top construction businesses in the land.
They did it.
When the eunuch entered to announce the decree, Ye Xinyan and Wong Qiao led several prominent managers from the workshop to greet them. And when leaving, they were sent off, surrounded by the enthusiastic craftsn filled with passion and excitent.
Seeing the craftsn’s enthusiasm and excitent, Ye Xinyan did not stop them, allowing the craftsn to express their joy.
The three eunuchs from the palace, especially the middle-aged one, seed to experience such open and passionate reception for the first ti.
Feeling the hearty items in the pouch inside his sleeve amidst the joy around him, the eunuch searched his mory. In his recollection, as soone not entirely whole, he had never before received such genuine gratitude and warmth.
No wonder His Majesty had a special fondness for Grandma Jiang. The people from this place were indeed likable.
Qiu Runsheng managed the affairs of the chanical Workshop well, ensuring that those from the palace who ca to handle matters at the Qi Family chanical Workshop left fully satisfied.
Qiu Runsheng was in charge of all the materials and logistics of the chanical Workshop, and he was quite wise. Since his Construction Industry had received such an honorable gift from the emperor, spending so money for appearances was sothing he understood as a manager.
After sending off the people from the palace, the craftsn remained excited, bustling around Qi Younian, Wong Qiao, and Ye Xinyan as they returned to the conference room.
Several key craftsn and managers gathered around Qi Younian, chatting happily and admiring the two plaques placed with much ceremony, feeling extrely joyful and content.
They had indeed made a huge profit this year. Not only were their wages generous, but they also received this unexpected delight before their year-end break.
In the future, when they go out, it will not be just because the employer’s treatnt is good and envied by their peers. More importantly, the livelihood they engaged in was valued by His Majesty and the court.
The other craftsn in the workshop surrounded the plaque that read "Exquisite Craftsmanship," discussing eagerly:
"These words are extraordinary, aren’t they? See the dragon aura on them."
"And the patterns on the side, paired with the emperor’s handwriting, although common, look noble no matter what."
"And look at the gold lettering and the gold on the patterns, how can they be so bright? Truly dazzling."
So also occasionally glanced at the two jars of wine placed on the main table. The Osmanthus Wine bestowed by the emperor, coming from the palace, must be extrely precious, and its taste must be quite unusual.
"Hey, do you think the ’Exquisite Craftsmanship’ refers to Steward Wong and Master Shi? Does it include us?" a craftsman asked soone beside him.
The person puffed out his chest and proudly replied, "Of course it includes us. Such a large plaque, working with Steward Wong and Master Shi, if we didn’t have exquisite skills, how could we accomplish anything?"
Others then examined the plaque and agreed, it’s indeed referring to many people with such a large plaque.
Then soone else asked, "If we do exceptional work in the chanical Workshop, naturally our skills are exquisite. But if we’re no longer working here soday, won’t we lose the imperial title granted by His Majesty?"
The person next to him looked at him with disdain, "You think you won’t be doing this anymore? Are you stupid? Many people want to co in and can’t."
That person scratched his head, "Oh right, not only are the wages high here, but the employer is also generous. Earlier this year, a relative brought at to , hoping I’d ask Steward Wong to let him work here too."
Ye Xinyan chid in enthusiastically, complinting the "Age With Strength" plaque with great warmth and praise.
Although Qi Younian knew Ye Xinyan was pleasing him, he was genuinely delighted from the bottom of his heart.
Not to ntion this plaque personally inscribed by the emperor, even if the palace granted him a simple plaque, it would still be noble and able to ensure the safety of his entire family.
Approaching noon, Shi Yin could no longer stand it and interrupted the endlessly aimless discussions, "I say Old Brother Qi, the aroma from the big kitchen’s als has filled the entire courtyard, are we still having a al or not? If you’re not hungry, I’ll head to the kitchen to fill my belly."
While speaking, he looked at the surrounding shallow-minded craftsn. Yes, in Shi Yin’s view, these craftsn were indeed shallow. Just two plaques and two jars of wine, so why such unrestrained joy?
Shi Yin scoffed, "With countless matters under heaven, satisfying one’s hunger is the primary concern. Didn’t you shout earlier about being hungry and wanting this grand al? Do you think just looking at these two plaques and glancing at the Osmanthus Wine would fill you?"
The craftsn looked at each other. True, honor is important, but the princely Osmanthus Wine bestowed by the emperor is sothing they must taste. Otherwise, wouldn’t it be a waste of the emperor’s gracious favor?
"Right, right, eating is the priority, eating is the priority."
A bold craftsman cheerfully nudged up to Qi Younian with a flattering smile, "Master, could you let us have a taste of the Osmanthus Wine? Generations of our ancestors never even got a whiff of what palace wine slls like. Please, grant us this indulgence."
Once one person started, another joined in, "Yes, Master, today let’s taste this bestowed wine. When we’re old and can’t move anymore, we can boast to our grandchildren and great-grandchildren that we drank the emperor’s wine, quite extraordinary."
Everyone laughed and agreed, and many chid in.
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