The Academy's Artifact Refining

"This..."

Crown Prince Xiao Jingheng suddenly stopped in his tracks, and his eyes gradually reddened.

He was no fool. It was only that he had been suppressed and guarded against for so many years that he had never dared to think in that direction. After Chen Wenxian gave him a hint, many things suddenly fell into place. Joy surged through him, yet so did a bitter ache.

"Your Highness, it's all over now."

Chen Wenxian was quick-witted and saw the Crown Prince's troubled emotions. He hurriedly consoled him, "His Majesty has already made his attitude clear. From now on, as long as you don't make any mistakes, there won't be any more twists and turns. The urgent matter is handling the Royal Fleet properly. His Majesty is generous and often allocates silver from the Imperial Treasury as rewards. As long as you can stabilize the Imperial Treasury, His Majesty will see the Crown Prince's ability."

Crown Prince Xiao Jingheng hesitated before saying, "Then, regarding the Steam Engine, there are several teachers..."

"Absolutely not!"

The moment Chen Wenxian heard this, he hurriedly shook his head, his expression solemn. "The Steam Engine has now become the eye of the storm. Everyone can see the profits involved, and anyone can fight over them. The Emperor has made it plain that he wants to promote this object, and he'll turn a blind eye."

"But this object involves the interests of every side. If Your Highness gets involved, no matter how much profit you gain, it will bring countless troubles. At present, it is better to remain still than to act. Just handle the duties His Majesty has assigned you."

Xiao Jingheng suddenly understood and hurriedly cupped his hands. "Thank you for your guidance, Sir."

"It is a minister's duty."

Chen Wenxian's lips trembled slightly