"But even so, don't be careless."
Chu Yanwu's eyes flickered and he said: "Xiao Chen himself is not a simple character. No matter what, you must send a direct line over there to keep an eye on the matter of salvaging the sunken ship."
"At the same time, the news from Jiangdong Road must also be investigated...for example, how much money Xiao Chen stole, and verify the situation as much as possible."
Chen Jin nodded and said in a very firm tone: "This slave will definitely do it, your Majesty, don't worry!"
Chu Yanwu's eyes softened a little, and he said: "Then you go down first, and you must do what I told you!"
Before Chen Jin could go down, the little eunuch's announcement suddenly came from outside the door: "Your Majesty, Governor Xiao wants to see you!"
At this time, both people in the room were a little surprised.
Chen Jin's eyes narrowed slightly.
Chu Yanwu smiled, stroked his beard and said, "Big companion, bring Xiao Chen in."
Chen Jin's heart moved slightly, nodded, and walked over quickly.
After Xiao Chen came over, he saluted very respectfully and said: "Xiao Chen has met your majesty, long live your majesty!"
Chu Yanwu's eyes became slightly serious, and he said: "Xiao Chen, why did you come to see me?"
There was a hint of solemnity in Xiao Chen's tone: "Your Majesty, it's like this. Xiao Chen came here mainly for the harem!"
Chu Yanwu's heart moved slightly.
I also know that Xiao Chen is probably afraid that the things Zhou Tianfu said before will be believed by him to be true, so he came here to explain...
However, Chu Yanwu just narrowed his eyes slightly and said: "Xiao Chen, in fact, I have my own conclusion in my heart about the truth of this matter, not to mention that the pure will become clear and the turbid will become turbid. Why are you so anxious? Self-identification?"
In fact, what Chu Yanwu meant by this was to emphasize the difficulty.
However, Xiao Chen was very calm and his tone was neither humble nor arrogant:
"Your Majesty, you can't say that."
"I know that I have never done anything to regret you."
"But you all said... and this matter is also related to the majesty of the royal family. It is absolutely unacceptable to expose it so easily! So I hope your majesty can allow me something!"
Chu Yanwu frowned: "Xiao Chen, what do you want to say? You tell me first, and I will listen and then make a decision."
Xiao Chen smiled and said in a more respectful tone: "Since the Prime Minister has begun to doubt me, even if I am just a eunuch, even if I am innocent... it is not convenient for me to live in the harem anymore!"
"So I beg your Majesty to grant me a useless mansion so that I can have a place outside the palace!"
What Xiao Chen said was recognized by Chu Yanwu.
A trace of satisfaction flashed in his eyes, but he did not agree immediately. He asked casually: "But if that's the case, will you have some trouble when dealing with the things assigned by the palace, such as teaching the princess and the prince?" ?”
Xiao Chen's tone became more pleading: "Your Majesty, please don't think that there is any trouble in me doing this."
"The royal family's reputation is of great importance. It's just inconvenient for me to travel within and outside the palace. How can it be compared with this?"
"Your Majesty, it is better to give me a mansion as soon as possible... If it is not possible, I can buy a mansion myself, which is also possible."
Xiao Chen was so sincere, Chu Yanwu felt a little happier, and his eyes became more relaxed: "That's okay, let me think about it first."
In fact, Xiao Chen is also very knowledgeable.
You must know that matters in the harem are not just about the royal family's appearance.
Several concubines in the palace more or less have some power behind them... For example, the Zhou family behind Concubine Rong is a key point. Xiao Chen's power is increasing day by day. Don't let anything happen!
Although it would be a bit troublesome to let him move out, it would definitely not do more harm than good.
At this time, Chen Jin, who was beside Chu Yanwu, said, "Your Majesty, this servant has remembered something."
"Do you still remember Gu Yun, the former Beijing official who was dismissed?"
When Chu Yanwu heard what Chen Jin said, his eyes lit up slightly: "Are you talking about Gu Yun who was sent to Lingnan?"
"That's right."
Chen Jin smiled again and said: "If I remember correctly, Gu Yunchen bought a house with three entrances and three exits in the capital. If possible, your Majesty can reward this house to Governor Xiao."
Chu Yanwu felt that this matter was feasible, so he nodded and said to Xiao Chen, "Xiao Chen."
"Either this, I will make the decision and reward you with the house with three entrances and three exits. Are you willing?"
Xiao Chen naturally didn't get what he asked for, so he quickly knelt down to thank him:
"Xiao Chen thanks your majesty for the reward! Long live your majesty. Long live your majesty."
Chu Yanwu also nodded: "Xiao Chen, from now on you need to complete the things you have been told to do well, and you must also cultivate my princes and princesses into talents."
"As long as you follow my wishes, your future prosperity and wealth will be no problem."
"But if you dare to cause any trouble here, don't blame me for picking off your head."
Chu Yanwu's words were another warning to Xiao Chen.
Xiao Chen was naturally very respectful and buried his body even lower: "Xiao Chen will definitely live up to His Majesty's expectations. He will definitely train the princes and princesses to become talents, and will do his best to share His Majesty's worries! He will never betray His Majesty. Things!"
Chu Yanwu smiled again and said, "Okay, let's make it this way. Big companion, go and make arrangements for the house and confirm it as soon as possible."
Chen Jin nodded: "Okay, Your Majesty."
Xiao Chen also thanked him again and left Chu Yanwu's palace.
It's night, in the palace.
Two figures moved forward in the shadows.
One has a gentle and graceful appearance, and she is Concubine Shu.
The other person is Xiao Chen.
It didn't take long for the two of them to arrive in front of the Leng Palace, and Xiao Chen personally sent Concubine Shu inside.
There were not many decorations in the cold palace. Even if Xiao Chen had decorated it a few times before, it still looked lonely and desolate.
Even the candlestick is just a small one.
Light the candle, and the dim candlelight shines on Concubine Shu's soft face, revealing the reluctance on her face to the fullest.
Xiao Chen looked at the reluctant look in Concubine Shu's eyes, and his heart moved slightly.
But Concubine Shu didn't show too many emotions, nor did she say any farewell words. She just looked at Xiao Chen with that look.
This silent attachment made Xiao Chen feel even more heartbroken.
Xiao Chen sighed softly, took another step forward, and hugged Concubine Shu into his arms.
The beauty was in their arms, soft and fragrant, but neither of them had much nostalgia in their hearts.
They are all coveting the warmth of this moment.
Concubine Shu even had a feeling that she hoped this moment would become forever.
