"Mr. Factory Supervisor, do you want me to send someone from the West Factory to take her down?"
Wei Huai asked the person who asked this question. Although his face was calm, the lust and killing intent in his eyes were obvious to anyone.
bijing, he was responsible for the original house raids in Prince Gong'an's palace. As a result, not only did Prince Gong'an's adopted daughter Chu Jiayi escape, but if his guess was correct, this Chu Jiayi also sneaked into Zhao Junchen's house incognito. The government has evil intentions! Today's rugu is not a coincidence, Zhao Junchen and others don't know how long they will be kept secret! I don’t know what changes will happen in the end!
Wei Huai has always regarded himself as Zhao Junchen's arm. For him, what happened is a great shame!
Since Zhao Junchen became the director of Xichang, a small team of Xichang fans have been stationed in the Zhao Mansion at all times. They are usually led by Qin Wei and are responsible for Zhao Junchen's safety. Therefore, as long as Zhao Junchen gives an order, mǎshàng can "Arrest Chu Jiayi" "Novel chapters are updated the fastest.
However, in the face of such a situation, compared to Wei Huai's surprise and Xu Qingyan's surprise, Zhao Junchen behaved very calmly.
Zhao Junchen is very worried about Chuziji's current identity. He is a corrupt official and a treacherous minister. Although Zhao Junchen has thousands of reasons to explain what Ziji has done these days, he still cannot change the nature of the matter!
Therefore, it is appropriate to be resented by others, it is appropriate to be plotted by others, it is appropriate to be assassinated, and it is also appropriate to be sought for revenge by others.
Zhao Junchen had already been mentally prepared for this.
Similar to Chu Jiayi's situation, although this is only the first time. But I'm afraid it won't be the last time.
With a long sigh, Zhao Junchen responded to Wei Huai's inquiry and picked up the health soup at hand. Take a spoonful and put it in your mouth to taste.
Seeing Zhao Junchen's actions, Xu Qingyan was shocked and quickly stopped him loudly: "Master, don't eat it. This soup was made by Chu Jiayi. She has evil intentions and the soup is poisonous!"
Zhao Junchen's expression remained unchanged, after tasting it for a while. He put the bowl and spoon aside casually and said leisurely: "It's really delicious, but it's really a pity."
After sighing. Seeing Xu Qingyan's horrified look, Zhao Junchen smiled and said, "Don't worry, there shouldn't be any poison in this soup. Bijing Chu Jiayi is responsible for my midnight snacks every night. Yijin has a lot of things, if she really wants to It's going to be poisoned, I'm afraid it has been poisoned a long time ago, so why delay it until today? Even if it is really poisonous, since I have been eating it for so many days, it doesn't matter if I take another bite."
After hearing what Zhao Junchen said, Xu Qingyan was still a little dissatisfied, but Wei Huai looked thoughtful.
Zhao Junchen saw Wei Huai's expression. He asked with a faint smile: "Mr. Wei, is he mingbái?"
Wei Huai said hesitantly: "My lord is still wise and sees things clearly. Just as your lord said. This Chu Jiayi sneaked into the Zhao Mansion not just to murder the lord, otherwise she would be responsible for the lord's food and drink for many days. If she wanted to If you start, you have already started."
Zhao Junchen nodded, then shook his head and sighed: "If it weren't for the purpose of killing me, this matter would be more complicated."
A glint flashed in Wei Huai's eyes, and he asked in a deep voice: "Mr. Factory Supervisor, what do you mean..."
Zhao Junchen sighed again, and then explained quietly: "Think about it, since she didn't plan to poison me, she must have sneaked into the Zhao Mansion for other reasons, but for Chu Jiayi, it was me who did the harm. Her family is ruined, and what else is more important than revenge?"
At this point, Zhao Junchen laughed at himself, and without waiting for Wei Huai and Xu Qingyan to answer, he asked and answered himself: "That is a more thorough revenge! It was me who caused her family to be ruined, nàme, and she had no choice but to let me be ruined as well. Only when you lose everything can you vent your anger."
After Wei Huai heard Zhao Junchen's speculation, the murderous intent in his eyes became stronger, and asked: "Sir, are you saying that the reason why Chu Jiayi sneaked into your residence is to search for evidence against you, so as to bring him down?" My lord, would you even let me end up like King Gong'an?"
Zhao Junchen nodded and said: "Although it is just a speculation, it is still close to the truth. Only this explanation can explain everything. She wants to sneak into the Zhao Mansion because of Shime. She has had the opportunity for Shime for a long time but has been reluctant to take action. , even if she refuses to contribute recipes today, it may not be because she wants to attract my attention to her and take this opportunity to get closer to me."
After Wei Huai pondered for a moment, he said: "However, I'm afraid things are not that simple. With your current power, my lord, even if she can really find evidence against you, it will not hinder you at all, unless... this Chu The reason why Jiayi did this is also because he was ordered by others, and the person who ordered him has the power to bring down the master!"
Zhao Junchen smiled softly and said: "That's probably what I guessed. In this way, another thing can be explained. Now that Chu Jiayi is wanted everywhere, she has nowhere to hide. She is just a little girl. , how can I avoid the factory guard's arrest warrant and sneak into my house without telling everyone? Someone must be secretly protecting me."
Wei Huai said coldly: "In this case, this woman cannot be kept anymore. She should be arrested and tortured to find out who is the mastermind behind her."
Zhao Junchen shook his head and said: "No, because of this, we have to pretend that nothing happened. We not only want to keep her, but also promote her so that she can know more things."
Having said this, Zhao Junchen's expression lost all the emotion he had before. Instead, he was extremely calm and added slowly: "Of course, the things she knows are only the things I want her to know."
Wei Huai was stunned for a moment, then understood, and asked: "Sir, are you saying that we can use her to convey wrong information to the people behind the scenes?"
Zhao Junchen nodded and said to Wei Huai: "Mr. Wei, I have to work hard for you again. Everything now is just a guess between you and me. You must find a way to confirm that this person in my house Is Chu Jiayi the Chu Jiayi we guessed? There are coincidences with the same name and surname in this world, and we cannot wrong her because of this."
After a pause, Zhao Junchen's eyes darkened. He added: "The most important thing is, if she is really who we suspected, nàme. Be sure to find out who is behind her. Do things covertly, don't be noticed!"
Wei Huai's eyes flashed, and then he agreed in a deep voice.
After discussing some details with each other, Wei Huai left.
After sending Wei Huai away from the house, Xu Qingyan returned to the study and looked at Zhao Junchen with a somewhat hesitant expression.
Seeing Xu Qingyan like this. Recalling Xu Qingyan's weird and dazed expression before, Zhao Junchen understood clearly and asked: "What? Do you have a crush on that Chu Jiayi?"
Xu Qingyan is not a gentleman. Although he has not yet been married, there are several maids in Zhao's house who are his lovers and concubines, and Zhao Junchen has known about this for a long time. Nor interfere.
But what made Xu Qingyan so hesitant and entangled. So far, there is only this Chu Jiayi.
Zhao Junchen couldn't help but become more curious about this Chu Jiayi. There are not many women in this world who can impress Xu Qingyan with just the first impression.
On the other side, after hearing Zhao Junchen's question, Xu Qingyan was shocked, his face turned red, and he waved his hands repeatedly: "How could it be! I just saw her for the first time today!"
During the rebuttal, Xu Qingyan's mood calmed down a lot. But he made a serious promise to Zhao Junchen: "Master, if she really has evil intentions, I will not be the first to let her go. Master, don't worry, I can distinguish the importance."
Zhao Junchen stood up and said, "Of course I'm relieved."
While talking, Zhao Junchen came to Xu Qingyan's side, patted Xu Qingyan's shoulder, and said: "Speaking of which, you are not young anymore, and it's time to find a woman to settle down with. I will help you find a suitable one." , I will definitely let you be. But if that Chu Jiayi really has evil intentions, you should stop worrying about her. Since we are enemies and not friends, nàme will eventually have good results. "
Xu Qingyan nodded silently.
However, Zhao Junchen was not worried about this. He believed in Xu Qingyan's loyalty, but never believed in the lasting nature of the so-called "love at first sight". Zhao Junchen believed that as long as he could find a suitable spouse for Xu Qingyan, Xu Qingyan would soon forget about today's surprise.
"It's getting late, let's rest."
While speaking, Zhao Junchen took the lead and walked towards the outside of the study.
After Xu Qingyan was stunned for a moment, he quickly followed and asked: "Master, are you going to rest alone tonight, or..."
Zhao Junchen hesitated and said, "I'm going to spend the night at Fang Ru's place tonight."
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In fact, after seeing Fang Ru's feelings for Ziji in his eyes these days, Zhao Junchen is completely relieved about her.
In addition, after getting to know Fang Ru more and more, and getting to know each other better, the previous barriers were no longer there.
When Zhao Junchen was pretending to be ill, it was Fang Ru who took care of him. As the saying goes, a man and a woman have sex, but Fang Ru did it intentionally, and the two were already a couple.
Since these days, Zhao Junchen would go to Fang Ru's place to spend the night unless he was resting alone.
And Fang Ru always waited until Zhao Junchen took a rest before taking a rest, no matter who Zhao Junchen came to see her that night. Otherwise, no matter how late Zhao Junchen works, she will keep waiting.
Therefore, gradually, in Zhao Junchen's heart, Fang Ru had a place that belonged to her alone.
On the other side, after hearing Zhao Junchen's answer, Xu Qingyan couldn't help but curl his lips.
In the past, Zhao Junchen, although he loved Fang Ru extremely much, he would still spend the night with other concubines from time to time. But since Zhao Junchen came back from Lu'an Mansion, although he neglected Fang Ru for a while because of his hidden affair, he is now Fang Ru's "favourite".
Xu Qingyan and Fang Ru didn't like each other, so they were naturally unhappy about this situation, but this was Zhao Junchen's wish, and he couldn't object.
However, Zhao Junchen came to Fang Ru tonight not for the couple's romance, but for Zhu Jiayi's affairs.
If this Zhu Jiayi really has evil intentions, Wei Huai will naturally be watching her outside the Zhao Mansion, but within the Zhao Mansion, Fang Ru will need to keep an eye on her.
Zhao Junchen was very reassured about Xu Qingyan's loyalty, but he was not so confident about Xu Qingyan's ability, so he still had to leave many things to Fang Ru.
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The next day, go to the morning.
Although a lot of things happened the day before, in the morning of this day, in the very beginning. The situation was unexpectedly calm.
First, the officials reported to Emperor Deqing the news of the sudden death of the crown prince and grand master Xiao Wenruan. Emperor Deqing also expressed extreme sadness and said many words of nostalgia. Then he rewarded the Xiao family with many things, promoted the descendants of the Xiao family, and ordered the Ministry of Rites to discuss Xiao Wenruan's posthumous title.
Although Xiao Wenruan died, he was still in great mourning.
As for the news that the refugees from Heze, Shandong came to Beijing to complain, although there was already an uproar in the capital, there were many officials in the court early in the morning. But it seemed like no one knew, and there was a tacit agreement not to mention it.
Emperor Deqing did not mention this matter in order to seize the opportunity to calm down the impact.
The prince's party did not mention this matter. I want to find out what happened with Qingchu.
The three major factions, Zhou Shangjing, Huang Yourong, and Shen Changmao, did not mention this matter, but it was because they knew that the refugees who came to Beijing to complain were not just from Heze, Shandong. the following few days. As other difāng refugees come to Beijing to complain, things will only get worse! So they are not in a hurry.
As for Zhao Junchen, in order to avoid Emperor Deqing's suspicion, he even restrained his officials. Everyone in the morning and above was silent.
However, seeing that today's morning meeting was about to end peacefully, something unexpected happened.
But it was because of Xiao Wenruan's last words that all the princelings had a clear conscience. Now is the best time to recommend Cheng Yuandao, a scholar from Wenhua Palace, to join the cabinet and become the elder of the cabinet, at the suggestion of Prince Zhu Heyu. Bao Wenjie, the left minister of the Ministry of Rites, came out and reported: "Your Majesty, it is the custom of our government that the cabinet controls the affairs of the court and affects the direction of the country. The affairs are the most arduous and the responsibilities are also the most important. Generally, four to five cabinet ministers are needed. We are jointly responsible. However, since Wen Guanliang and Wen Laoge took office, our cabinet has only had three ministers. It has been more than three months, but it is not appropriate. We hope that your majesty will select virtuous people to supplement the cabinet and serve the government. "
Just as Bao Wenjie finished speaking, Lu Chunxiao, the right inspector of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, came out and said, "Your Majesty, I recommend Cheng Yuandao, a scholar from Wenhua Palace. Cheng Yuandao, a scholar of great character, has been serving in the Central Committee since the time of the late emperor. , rich in talent, mature and prudent, and with a high reputation, he is the best candidate to join the cabinet."
After singing and harmonizing like this, all the princelings naturally followed suit one after another, not to mention adding to the momentum in response.
In fact, some princelings have long raised the issue of Cheng Yuandao, a scholar from Wenhua Palace, entering the cabinet. In recent days, the call for Cheng Yuandao to join the cabinet has become louder and louder. However, Emperor Deqing's attitude is ambiguous, and other factions in the DPRK have They opposed it with all their strength, and there was no one better than Cheng Yuandao in the DPRK, so the matter has been delayed.
Nowadays, Prince Zhu Heyu has lost two crown princes and grand masters one after another, and it is also obvious that he is being suppressed by other factions in the DPRK. Emperor Deqing will definitely not sit idly by and ignore it, and will definitely find ways to help Prince Zhu Heyu increase his momentum. Xiao Wen Ruan Lin saw this before he died, so he specifically told Zhu Heyu to recommend Cheng Yuandao to the cabinet today.
As expected by Xiao Wenruan, after hearing the recommendation from the princelings, Emperor Deqing also showed a clear attitude. He said slowly in thought: "Bao Aiqing is right. Now in the cabinet, there are only Zhou Aiqing, Huang Aiqing and Shen Aiqing." The burden of having three people as cabinet ministers is indeed a lot, so someone should be there to supplement them, and I have always known that Cheng Yuan and Cheng Aiqing, the bachelor of Wenhua Palace, are the most suitable candidates for their ability and character."
Seeing Emperor Deqing's statement, the prince's party was overjoyed, especially Cheng Yuandao, a scholar from the Wenhua Palace University. He was so excited that he was about to go out to "thank the Lord for his kindness."
However, before Cheng Yuandao could express his stance, Huang Yourong turán came out.
Huang Yourong maintained Ziji's usual image of a smiling tiger and praised Cheng Yuan when he opened his mouth: "Your Majesty, I have always respected the scholar's intellectual character of Great Scholar Cheng. Moreover, Great Scholar Cheng is also a leader in the literary world, among the scholars. His reputation is extremely high, and if he is appointed to the cabinet, he will indeed be able to convince the public."
Having said this, Huang Yourong nodded to Cheng Yuandao with good intentions.
However, most of the officials in the court understood Huang Yourong's style and conduct, but no one really thought that Huang Yourong was speaking for Cheng Yuandao.
Sure enough, at this point, Huang Yourong changed the topic and said: "However, although the knowledge, character, qualifications, and reputation of Bachelor Cheng are all sufficient, the cabinet is different from the Hanlin Academy in terms of ability to assist the government. That’s the most important thing, but in these aspects, Bachelor Cheng has some shortcomings.”
Although the words contained more praise than criticism, they clearly meant opposition.
Hearing what Huang Yourong said, Lu Chunxiao raised his eyebrows and retorted: "Scholar Cheng has been an official in the court since the time of the late emperor. He has been an official in the two dynasties for more than thirty years. How can he lack the ability to assist the government? Mr. Huangge, if you say that, it’s an exaggeration, isn’t it?”
On the other side, Shen Changmao Turán came out and snorted coldly: "Scholar Cheng is certainly a veteran of two dynasties, but in difāng, he has only served as a prefect at most, and in the central government, he has only served as a minister. Although his qualifications are old, most of them are The qualifications and prestige of the Hanlin Academy are high, but most of them are prestige among literary scholars. When it comes to ability to assist in government, the veteran also thinks that it is not enough to join the cabinet, and I hope your majesty will learn from it."
These days, Huang Yourong and Shen Changmao have also been fighting openly and secretly, firstly for the position of the second assistant in the cabinet, and secondly for the power and responsibility of Emperor Deqing to stay in Beijing to assist the country during his southern tour, but now they have the same position and a tacit understanding of cooperation.
Next, the officials from the prince's party and Huang Yourong and Shen Changmao's faction started arguing endlessly. The whole morning was full of quarrels.
Seeing this scene, Emperor Deqing couldn't help but frown.
It is a big deal for a minister to join the cabinet. Although he is the emperor, he cannot decide it with just one word.
"Mr. Zhou Ge, you are the chief minister of the cabinet. What do you think?"
After hearing Emperor Deqing's inquiry, Zhou Shangjing slowly came out of the queue, with a calm expression, but said: "I agree with Shen and Huang, the two elders of the cabinet. When you join the cabinet, your ability should be the first priority."
After seeing Zhou Shangjing's statement, Zhou Shangjing's party also came out to respond one after another, with great momentum.
In one moment, the prince's party was already at a disadvantage.
Seeing this situation, Emperor Deqing frowned even more tightly.
Turán, Emperor Deqing noticed Zhao Junchen.
At this time, Zhao Junchen was not only uncharacteristically quiet, but also shrank to the back, obviously not wanting to participate in today's debate.
However, Emperor Deqing did not want to let him go.
"Zhao Aiqing." Emperor Deqing spoke with a solemn expression and his eyes were fixed on Zhao Junchen: "You are too quiet this morning, aren't you? Entering the cabinet is a big event. As the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, how can you not do it? Have an opinion? Tell me what you think."
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ps: Thank you reader Tinglou for thinking about Chongzi, and thank you all for your likes these days. Chongzi's "Regency" has indeed been discontinued for too long, and has lost most of its popularity. It is basically difficult to recommend it on the website anymore, but everyone Thanks to the likes, this book often appears on the member praise list, and the performance gradually recovered, making Chongzi more and more motivated to write. I am very grateful! (To be continued...)
