Seeing that Zhu Yi still didn't respond, Zhang Xi also felt a little troubled.
Although he seems to be calmer than Jiao Jing, in fact, he is more concerned about whether he can successfully win over Zhu Yi than letting the Duke of Chengguo help rescue Zhang Fu.
This was also the exact words Zhang Fu said to him in prison.
"...Although I have made many arrangements, there are always surprises in everything. Once I finally fail to get out of prison, wooing the Duke of Chengguo will be the key to continuing to maintain the status of the British Duke..."
The so-called preparedness means that compared to the grasp of the situation between North Korea and China, Zhang Fu naturally has a clear understanding of the situation facing the British government today.
After all, all these changes came too fast. Zhang Fu died during the civil engineering changes. As the successor he trained, Zhang Fu is now also facing a crisis.
Time was too hasty, and Zhang Fu had no time to train the next generation of the British government. It is conceivable that if something happens to him, most of the power accumulated by the two generations of the British government for decades will inevitably dissipate.
Therefore, he needs to leave a way out for the British government. At present, the Chengguo government is the most suitable.
First of all, the Chengguo Palace has enough accumulation. You must know that although the Chengguo Palace seems to be in danger now, it is a government that has stood for many years. The connections and friendships accumulated by Zhu Yong during his lifetime are still very deep.
Secondly, the Duke of Chengguo currently has no title and cannot protect itself, so there is no need to worry about the Duke of Chengguo turning his back on foreigners and usurping the heritage of the British government.
To put it bluntly, once something happens to Zhang Fu, the situation of the two palaces will be almost the same.
The British government may have a slight advantage because of its title, but if you add in the personal connections and the network behind it, the two sides are about the same.
After all, the Chengguo Duke's accumulation and connections among civil servants are not comparable to those of the British Duke's who have been working in the military.
There is no problem for the two parties to stick together for warmth and go through a period of difficult times together.
Therefore, although Zhang Xi didn't seem to care, he still had a headache in his heart.
At this moment, Jiao Jing suddenly spoke.
"I dare to ask my young master, do you still want to take back the title of Duke Cheng?"
This question was a bit too direct, which made Zhu Yi frown and feel a little unhappy, but he still nodded and said: "This is natural."
So, Jiao Jing continued to ask: "Then the young prince thinks that with the emperor's current attitude, how long and what month will the young prince have to wait?"
Zhu Yi said nothing, but her expression became quite ugly.
When Jiao Jing saw this, he knew that he had touched his sore spot.
As these days passed, there were various signs that the emperor did not intend to return the title of Duke Cheng to Zhu Yi.
If things get better, he might be able to be demoted to a lower rank in a few years. If the civil servants don't let go, maybe this huge palace will be destroyed.
There is still no definite answer as to what the outcome will be, but Jiao Jing knows that Zhu Yi must have some idea.
That evening when Zhu Yi entered the palace, her look and behavior when she came out showed one thing...
Seeing Zhu Yi didn't answer, Jiao Jing asked further.
"If I'm not mistaken, the young prince has already obtained the confidence from his previous interview with the emperor, right? Moreover, I'm afraid that this confidence is not what the young prince wants, right?"
Zhu Yi's face became even more ugly, and she said coldly: "What exactly do you want to say?"
Seeing him acting like this, Jiao Jing laughed instead and said, "Of course I am helping the young master get his title back!"
At this time, even Zhang Xi who was on the side felt a little surprised.
He didn't even dare to vouch for this kind of thing, but Jiao Jing actually dared to say that...
Zhu Yi frowned and said: "Prince-in-law, it concerns my father's reputation and the lintel of my father's family. I am not in the mood to joke with you."
Jiao Jing shook his head and said.
"I'm not joking. Young Master, please think about it. The imperial court has been reluctant to allow Young Master to seize the title. It just feels that Duke Cheng Guo was defeated in the battle at Yao'erling, lost his master, humiliated the country, and lost the dignity of the court. It also indirectly led to the civil war defeat, and the country is to blame, right?"
Zhu Yi did not answer. This was known to both the government and the public, and there was no need to answer at all.
However, Jiao Jing said next.
"But young master, you have to know that Duke Cheng Guo went to Yao'er Ridge on the orders of the Supreme Emperor to cut off the queen. He died in battle in order to cover the retreat of the Supreme Queen."
"Both the government and the public will feel that Duke Cheng's death is an insult to the country, but the Supreme Emperor will not!"
Jiao Jing said this resolutely.
After hearing this, Zhu Yi finally changed her expression and asked, "What does Shibo mean?"
Jiao Jing looked at Zhu Yi and spoke word by word.
"Young Master, the Supreme Emperor is the Supreme Emperor after all!"
"One day when the Emperor returns to the south, I only need to say that Duke Cheng Guo did a great job in covering his old man's retreat. The civil war was all due to the king's manipulation of power and had nothing to do with Duke Cheng. Then how can any minister in the government and the public take this as an excuse? Why is it difficult for the government to become the Duke of the country?"
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Zhu Yi hesitated and said nothing, but his heart was obviously shaken.
Seeing this, Zhang Xi also hurriedly walked aside.
"Young Master, Prince Consort Jiao is right. Nowadays, it is impossible for both the government and the public to bring justice to Chengguo. Only the Supreme Emperor can help Duke Chengguo regain his title."
"So, our goals are the same. Besides, it is also your father's will to let the Supreme Emperor return to the capital safely, right?"
Zhu Yi finally couldn't bear it anymore.
After pondering for a moment, he finally said: "Since Shibo insists, then this marriage can be concluded, and my nephew can also try to help with the matter of welcoming the Supreme Emperor back. However, the Chengguo Duke's current foundation is too weak and it is too risky. I forgive you. My nephew cannot share Shibo's worries."
Zhang Xi almost jumped out of his chair.
This was what he was waiting for.
Although Zhu Yi is obviously still hesitating, as long as the marriage is concluded, the relationship between them will only become closer and closer, and eventually become inseparable.
What's more, what Zhu Yi was worried about was simply unnecessary.
The status of Chengguo Dukefu is different from that of Luo Tong and Xu Bin. The latter were originally used to charge into battle, but he wooed Chengguo Dukefu in order to consolidate his foundation.
Luo Tong and others can only occupy the first four characters, but Cheng Guo Gongfu can occupy all eight characters.
This determined that it was impossible for him to let Zhu Yi do something that was too risky.
The role Zhu Yi can play is far greater than going into battle in person.
At that moment, Zhang Xi put his hands on his hands and said with a smile: "Don't worry, young master, you and I will be good friends from now on. Whenever something happens, the British government will take care of you."
Zhu Yi's expression was a bit complicated, as if she didn't know whether her choice was right or wrong.
However, it only took a moment for Mr. Zhu to adjust his mentality and asked.
"My nephew agreed to the marriage. However, the rules and etiquette for getting married between our two princes are complicated, and the old ladies of both families have to report it. What's more, we have to ask the Holy Mother to grant the marriage, which cannot be done in a short time."
"The top priority right now is how to rescue the third master. I wonder if Shibo has any plans?"
So, Zhang Shi and Jiao Jing looked at each other, and told Zhu Yi their plans. At the end, Zhang Shi also specially added.
"Don't worry, young master. It's just that he needs to contact some nobles to build up his reputation. Even if the emperor blames it, each family will just be out of righteous indignation and not know the truth. It will never be a big deal."
Zhu Yi didn't look nervous at all, and said.
"Uncle Shi, you're welcome. My nephew is still willing to take this small risk. However, if we go to tomorrow, time will be too tight. I'm afraid my nephew can only persuade a few uncles who are close to me."
Zhang Mian waved his hand and said, "It doesn't matter. It's an unexpected blessing that my young master can help. I'll just do my best."
The matter was settled like this. Zhang Mi and Jiao Jing were relieved and stood up to leave.
Zhu Yi sent the two of them out of Chengguo Duke's Mansion, and then gave a few instructions to the followers beside him.
So, the latter nodded in agreement, then changed his clothes and quietly left the Chengguo Duke's Mansion through the small side door...
