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The seventh prince Zhu Hejian's behavior has always been ruthless and decisive, leaving no room for error and never resorting to any means to achieve his goals.
Although this style of doing things will leave hidden dangers, it is more often extremely efficient and effective.
Zhao Junchen spent a lot of energy and manpower investigating the reconstruction of the internal factory some time ago. It took nearly three days, which was considered extremely efficient.
However, after Jia Lun received the task, he had already investigated the truth about the reconstruction of the inner factory that night. Not only was the intelligence network much more efficient than Zhao Junchen, but the intelligence he investigated was also more detailed and true.
This is because Jia Lun's work style is in the same vein as Zhu Hejian's, and his investigation methods are also extremely straightforward.
Jia Lun first sent someone to secretly kidnap an old servant in Li Chunchen's house, and then threatened the lives of his children and grandchildren, forcing the old servant to truthfully tell the details of Li Chunchen's recent movements and who he had had secrets with. touch.
Then, Jia Lun ordered people to kidnap the officials again under the cover of night and give them to Xun Dongxun. According to the old servant's account, Xun Dongxun was the person who had the most secret contact with Li Chunchen recently. He often hid in the study to talk secretly. ——In other words, if Li Chunchen really rebuilt the Da Neixing Factory under the instruction of Emperor Deqing, then Xun Dongxun would most likely know the truth, and he might even be one of the core members after the reconstruction of the Nei Factory.
In the end, it was a severe torture, and Xun Dongxun quickly confessed the truth.
In this way, Jia Lun completed the task assigned by Zhu Hejian in only half a night.
The high efficiency, the absolute means, and the unscrupulousness of the actions are jaw-dropping.
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That night, at about three o'clock in the morning, Jia Lun came to the study of the Seventh Prince's Mansion again.
When he opened the door and entered the room, Jalen's expression was more serious and cold than usual.
Zhu Hejian looked up and saw Jia Lun's expression, and immediately realized something. He frowned and asked coldly: "Have you found out? So... the Da Nai Xing Factory has indeed been rebuilt in secret?"
Jia Lun nodded and said: "That's right. Not only has the inner factory been rebuilt secretly, but the person responsible for the reconstruction of the inner factory, the current director of the inner factory, is indeed the seemingly insignificant Li Chunchen! It's just as your highness expected. Normally, the reason why Your Majesty is secretly rebuilding the inner factory, one of his first tasks is to investigate the inner court!"
Then, Jia Lun reported his investigation process and results to Zhu Hejian in detail.
Finally, Jia Lun concluded with a serious expression: "Judging from the available intelligence, Your Majesty may have vaguely noticed signs that the inner court was being infiltrated, so he deliberately bypassed the inner court forces, secretly rebuilt the large inner court factory, and The factory was also given the right to supervise the inner court!
But the good news is that Your Majesty is only vaguely aware of some signs, but he is not completely sure. It is also unclear where the forces behind the infiltration of the inner court come from. Your Majesty, you have not been exposed.
However, Li Chunchen was quite scheming about the city, and all the officials were involved in the matter. Although Xun Dongxun was his confidant and friend, and one of the core figures after the reconstruction of the inner factory, he did not know the entire situation of the inner factory, and many secrets were unknown. Only Li Chunchen knows...for example, who are the core personnel of the inner factory, and what are the specific future plans of the inner factory, etc...
At present, we only know that the strength of the inner factory is still weak and the activities are not frequent. However, several secret operations have been launched, and they have been approved and supported by His Majesty... According to Xun Dongxun, Li Chunchen has a A secret edict allows him to mobilize local garrisons of less than 3,000 people and order court officials below the fifth rank at critical times. It is obviously a big plan! "
After hearing Jia Lun's report, Zhu Hejian's expression became more solemn, and he said slowly: "My father's temperament has always been eager for success and publicity, but this time he was so low-key and patient about rebuilding the inner factory. Naturally, the plot is very big... You immediately send a message to Wu Xinquan. Before we find out the detailed plan and specific personnel of the Da Neihang Factory, all activities must be as hidden and low-key as possible. Father and Li Chunchen must not be able to detect the flaw and seize it. handle!"
After Jia Lun nodded in agreement, Zhu Hejian asked again: "You sent people to kidnap Li Chunchen's old servants and officials, and gave them to the two Xun Dongxuns involved in the incident. Are they still alive?"
Jia Lun nodded and said: "These two people are now imprisoned in a secret stronghold in the west of the city. Because they don't know your specific thoughts, His Highness, they are still alive."
After Zhu Hejian thought for a moment, he said coldly: "Xun Dongxun was tortured severely, and the injuries on his body cannot be hidden. Moreover, he is also Li Chunchen's best friend and confidant, and is highly valued by Li Chunchen. Even if he is forced to work for me, he will not be able to hide his injuries from now on." It's easy for Li Chunchen to find out the flaw... In this case, let's just silence him! Keep his hands and feet clean and make it look like he died in an accident, just in case it's a warning! No matter what, we can't let Li Chunchen find out that we already know the inside story. Factory reconstruction!
As for Li Chunchen's old servant, as long as he can control his children and grandchildren, he will not dare not to work hard for us, and Li Chunchen may not pay much attention to him. He can save his life and let him return to Li Chunchen's house and continue to act as an informant! "
After Jia Lun agreed, he saw that Zhu Hejian was deep in thought again. It didn't look like he had any other instructions. He immediately left the study and went to do something.
After Jia Lun left, Zhu Hejian murmured to himself: "The top priority now is still Li Chunchen!
When he first participated in the imperial examination, he wrote an article called "Theory of the Hanging Sword" that shocked both the government and the public. After entering the officialdom, he has been suppressed by various forces, but he has always been able to endure it. At first, he thought that this person was just a wrong bet, and he could not get it. He was an unlucky little man who had great ambitions. He thought that he could be reused after he ascended the throne, but he didn't expect that he had secretly become the factory supervisor, and even received such attention and trust from his father. He was obviously not an easy person, and he was scheming. Few people can reach its depth...
Maybe, I have to go out in person and try to test his foundation!
It just so happened that the bloody conflict between the prince and King Fu's lineage in Luoyang City has now spread to the capital. Such news cannot be concealed no matter what! In this way, I will have a reason to go to the General Affairs Department tomorrow to inquire about the news, and also take the opportunity to contact Li Chunchen...
It would be best if I could use this person for my own use, but if he poses too great a threat to me..."
At the end of the sentence, Zhu Hejian's eyes flashed coldly.
For Zhu Hejian, even though his temple power has now taken shape, the inner court power is still the force he relies on most. After the reconstruction of the Da Nei Xing Factory, it not only deliberately bypassed the inner court and made it impossible for him to penetrate, but also He also shoulders the responsibility of supervising the inner court, which makes him restrained. In addition, there is a keen and suspicious Emperor Deqing standing behind the inner court...
All these situations made Zhu Hejian feel as if he was facing a formidable enemy, and he felt a little impatient. He felt that his road to power was full of twists and turns. He had just solved the potential for Prince Zhu Heyu's comeback, but now he suddenly A big expert factory and Li Chunchen appeared, which was quite annoying.
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Just as the seventh prince Zhu Hejian had expected, the bloody conflict between the prince Zhu Heyu and King Fu's lineage was a thunderbolt, and such news could not be concealed no matter what.
That night, the relevant news reached the ears of the high-level dignitaries in the temple, and everyone was deeply shocked!
If it can be said that Prince Zhu Heyu used to criticize and impeach each other with vassals from various places, it can be explained as a normal phenomenon, but now there is a bloody conflict, not only many people died, but also the prince Imprisoning the feudal lord and interrogating the clan members is simply a scandal that is destined to be spread to future generations, and the entire court will be disgraced!
Precisely because this matter had such a significant impact, when the court meeting was held the next day, all the officials were not absent. They all rushed outside the palace in advance, not daring to miss any developments.
When Zhao Junchen arrived at the Meridian Gate in a sedan, he first opened the curtain of the sedan and took a look, only to find that a large number of courtiers had gathered outside the Meridian Gate. Many old ministers who were old and frail and had been absent from court meetings for many years also appeared one after another.
Seeing this situation, Zhao Junchen's expression was half-smiling at first, but he soon changed to a solemn expression and stepped off the sedan.
On the other side, with Zhao Junchen's current status and influence, all the officials paid attention to his appearance, and a group of "Zhao Party" officials quickly greeted Zhao Junchen.
"Zhao Gechen, we have been anxious, but you are finally here. I believe you have received the news from Luoyang. His Royal Highness actually had a bloody conflict with King Fu's lineage, and even imprisoned the vassal and tortured him. Although not yet We know the specific details, but whether His Highness the Crown Prince is justified or not, this matter will definitely damage his reputation. How should we deal with it now? Will we do our best to protect the Crown Prince? Or... protect ourselves wisely? "
With Zuo Lanshan being released as the governor of Shanxi and Huo Zhengyuan going south to take charge of the ocean-going plan, among the "Zhao Party", Chen Dongxiang, the minister of the Ministry of Industry, has the highest qualifications and status. At this time, he was the first to ask Zhao Junchen for his opinion. .
As soon as Chen Dongxiang finished speaking, Li Chengru, the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, said urgently: "Minister Zhao, the situation of His Highness the Crown Prince is extremely bad now. According to the news I have received, many officials have prepared impeachment memorials overnight. Waiting to add insult to injury in the morning... Especially those who once looked up to His Highness the Crown Prince, now they are completely disregarding their feelings and are just sharpening their knives, trying to take the opportunity to depose the Crown Prince and replace the Seventh Prince... The situation has already It's critical, I hope Zhao Gechen will make plans early!"
Speaking of the latter, Li Chengru's expression was full of contradictions. Although he had changed his family and joined Zhao Junchen, he still missed the old relationship between the prince Zhu Heyu, so he was very worried about Zhu Heyu's situation. However, he saw the current situation The situation changed, but he believed that Zhao Junchen was even unable to save Zhu Heyu, so he only urged Zhao Junchen to make an early decision, but did not force Zhao Junchen to rescue the prince Zhu Heyu.
Compared with the worries and anxieties of many "Zhao Party" officials, Zhao Junchen had received more detailed information yesterday and had already made preparations for the response. At this time, he was not too anxious, but raised his hand lightly with a calm expression. He pressed down and signaled everyone in the "Zhao Party" to calm down a little, and then said: "This matter is indeed crucial and extremely sensitive, but there is no need to rush to decide how we are going to express our stance next. I have to find out first. It’s another person’s idea that counts!”
"Another person?" Chen Dongxiang was stunned for a moment, but he quickly thought of something and asked: "Zhao Gechen, you mean... Zhou Shoufu?"
"Of course it's him! If he wants to help the prince, it will be twice the result with half the effort if we take action to protect the prince; but if he is also like the Qingliu who intends to add insult to injury, even if we try our best to protect the prince, we are still unable to do so. , and may even suffer backlash and implication... Therefore, I must first find out Zhou Shoufu's attitude!"
After speaking, Zhao Junchen raised his head and looked around, and soon discovered Zhou Shangjing's figure.
At this time, Zhou Shangjing was also surrounded by many "Zhou Party" officials, discussing something in a low voice with Li He, the cabinet boss, and Song Qiwen, the official secretary.
Then, as if he sensed something, Zhou Shangjing also raised his head and looked at Zhao Junchen, his old face full of inscrutability.
After making eye contact, Zhao Junchen first bowed slightly to Zhou Shangjing, then explained to everyone in the "Zhao Party", and then walked towards Zhou Shangjing's position alone.
At the same time, Zhou Shangjing also gave a few instructions to the people in the "Zhou Party" around him, and soon everyone in the "Zhou Party" avoided them, leaving only Zhou Shangjing standing there.
In this way, under the attention of all parties, Zhao Junchen quickly walked to Zhou Shangjing.
Then, Zhao Junchen looked respectful and bowed gently again, but then he got straight to the point and asked directly: "Zhou Shoufu, His Royal Highness has got into trouble again. This time... will you save him or not?"
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