In the early morning, the red sun rises in the east.
The red walls and green tiles shone brightly in the morning light. The eunuchs and maids lowered their heads slightly and walked quickly and quietly on the road. Only the rustling sound of cloth was heard one after another, and there were few other sounds.
A low-profile bullock cart parked outside the palace gate early. Ma Shunde, the great eunuch who had already set up an industrial house outside the palace, was wearing new clothes. As soon as he got off the cart, he was supported by a young eunuch.
When he walked into the palace gate proudly, he stood out like a chicken, attracting attention from all directions.
This is not only about people's clothes, but also about the charm brought by the spirit, which has been trusted by the emperor recently, and the power of the chief eunuch.
"I've met Eunuch Ma!"
"Salute to Mr. Ma!"
Along the way, the eunuchs and maids saluted, almost at a glance. In the field of vision, only the back of the head could be seen. Ma Shunde's face could not help but twitch, feeling a little proud.
"A real man, no, a great eunuch should be like this!"
How to be unhappy?
After being suppressed by Zhao for so many years, even though he was also a great eunuch, he had never been able to become the chief eunuch. Now Zhao finally failed, and he himself transformed into the most trusted chief eunuch in front of the emperor!
Although there are two other eunuchs who are equally trusted as Eunuch Zhao, they do not often follow the emperor, so the threat is not that great. Now Ma Shunde is the first person in front of the emperor!
Eunuchs who are unable to pass on heirs are left with incomplete bodies, which makes them love power and wealth all the more. And with power, wealth will naturally come rolling in!
"However, now is not the time."
Ma Shunde's eyes were a little dark. He had just come to power. Although many wealthy businessmen and officials came to give gifts with gold, silver, jewelry, land deeds, and even beauties, he did not confiscate them. Now everyone is staring at him. This is the best stage to consolidate his status and rights. We can’t let Zhao find the opportunity to turn over!
Or maybe they made wedding clothes for others.
"Zhao Laogou must find an opportunity to beat him to death with a stick, and he must not be allowed to stand up."
"Little things can't kill Zhao Laogou. It's a pity that Fang Zhen has no contact with Zhao Laogou."
Ma Shunde knew deeply that Eunuch Zhao had won the trust of the emperor, and now he was sinking for a while. It was just because Eunuch Zhao had made the emperor unhappy because of his repeated crows. He might rise again and return to the emperor.
There is no use in making small fuss, it must hurt the emperor's heart, and the most sensitive thing is to collude with the kings. It is a pity that Dai Wang took Fang Zhen in, but Fang Zhen and Dai Wang did not contact Eunuch Zhao.
"It's a pity that if we get in touch, small things will become big and big things will become iron. They will take root in the emperor's heart."
Thinking of this, Ma Shunde still had a faint smile on his face and said: "Everyone, get up."
Just passing in front of these people who were saluting, they were more approachable than before, but this did not make these eunuchs and maids breathe a sigh of relief. Instead, they felt that this great eunuch was more hidden than before, and he was really a terrifying person. Smiling tiger.
After all, that was someone who could defeat even Eunuch Zhao... Everyone became more and more cautious, bending down and not daring to lift up for a long time.
"Godfather, this is what you wear to make you look noble! They say that a person depends on his clothes, but my son feels that it depends more on a person's clothes to show the dignity he deserves!" As he walked in, one of the godsons looked around and said, Looking at the cautious flatterer, he also felt proud, his mouth was as sweet as honey.
Ma Shunde has the same preferences as the eunuch, that is, he loves power and wealth, and he also likes to have a godson.
He had a total of twenty-six godsons, several of whom were children of the same clan, even if they had some blood, and they were all working outside.
The remaining godsons are all eunuchs. The older ones are not even a few years younger than him, while the younger ones are like the boy in front of him, who is in his teens and looks smart.
This also requires attention. Only by having an age echelon can you control the palace for a long time.
Ma Shunde hummed and said a lesson: "Don't be so arrogant, godfather, everything I have now is a gift from the emperor. Thunder, rain and dew are all your grace. Don't get carried away and forget our sense of propriety! Besides, the one named Zhao If you are still alive, you still have the possibility of turning over, and you must not give others an opportunity at this time!"
"My godfather taught me a lesson!" the little eunuch responded quickly, with a flash of disapproval in his eyes.
Ma Shunde continued walking in and saw a little eunuch standing not far away, holding a book in his hand. When he saw it, he hurriedly came over.
"Mr. Ma!" The little eunuch first saluted diligently, then bent down to flatter him.
Ma Shunde's heart moved and he stopped and glanced: "What is that in your hand?"
"I was about to show it to my father-in-law." The young eunuch understood immediately and hurriedly handed the document to Ma Shunde and said, "This is the document that was handed in directly from outside, bypassing the cabinet."
The documents handed over beyond the cabinet were usually handed over by people with titles and relatives of the emperor, or secret documents handed over by ministers who were very trusted by the emperor. They were by no means the rights that ordinary ministers had.
Ma Shunde did not accept the offer immediately, but glanced at the young eunuch. This person was originally from Eunuch Zhao. Now when he saw that Eunuch Zhao was losing power and he was gaining power, he turned his head to flatter him and frowned.
Even though most eunuchs like people who are knowledgeable about current affairs, it is hard to like someone who can easily betray their master. Ma Shunde really looks down on such villains.
Feeling contempt in his heart, he glanced at it and smiled: "You do have a good heart."
No matter who it is now, everyone who comes to seek refuge must be accepted. Once momentum has been built, it will not be too late to slowly cut off the dead branches and leaves.
With a smile on his face, the little eunuch showed a flash of joy. He lowered his head further, bent over, and said flatteringly: "I have always been envious of people who can follow you, father-in-law. It's rare that I can do you a small favor. Not to mention it is such a trivial matter, even if there is a mountain of swords and a sea of fire in front of me, I will still dare to break through."
This flattery was so straightforward that Ma Shunde almost couldn't hold back his smile. He hurriedly took the two brochures in his hand and told the little eunuch to shut up while opening the brochures and looking at them.
Before he even opened the first brochure, Ma Shunde was slightly startled when he saw the name on the cover.
He glanced at the young eunuch in front of him again. With his age, seniority, and his current status, he should have some knowledge of writing. At least he would recognize the name on the cover.
This is the secret of the king. This little eunuch is really bold. He dares to show such a secret to himself first. It seems that it is a short-lived thing. Maybe it will be gone suddenly without having to do it himself.
You know, no matter how flattering you are, there are still certain rules.
This little eunuch doesn't have it.
Ma Shunde looked at the brochure below again. The cover had the same name, and it turned out to be delivered by the king.
The king came in with a piece of paper. It was about... the assassination?
Ma Shunde thought thoughtfully. Although the assassination of King Dai happened just last night, it had already caused a sensation in the capital. At this time, there would be nothing else that could make King Dai directly pass the cabinet to His Majesty, right?
Ma Shunde lowered his head and looked at the two folders, his eyes dimmed and his expression uncertain.
Finally, I walked to a more remote place, looked around and saw no one around, opened one of them, and read it quickly.
