Zhao Fugui outwardly agreed to fund the production of equipment for the court, but in secret, he was hatching a sinister plot. Returning home, he immediately summoned his trusted subordinates to discuss the matter.
With a gloomy expression, Zhao Fugui said, "Hmph! That punk Li Rufang made me lose face in the imperial court and even schemed to make me foot the bill. I will definitely make a fool of him over this equipment production."
A sharp-faced, fawning subordinate curried favor: "Sir, just tell us whatever you need, and we will make sure it gets done."
Chapter 57