In the palace, Emperor Mingde played with the military talisman in his hand with a smile on his face. Although he was young, he showed his power. Cao Zhengchun was smiling and bending around him, not daring to look directly at the emperor.
"Eunuch Cao, I am very happy that you have found the military talisman. I have a lot of rewards. You might as well tell me, what do you want?!"
The emperor asked with a smile. As soon as he finished speaking, Cao Zhengchun was about to speak when he heard the voice of the young eunuch calling from outside the door: "The Iron Gallant God has arrived~"
Emperor Mingde's face changed for a while, and finally his smile returned. "Is the emperor's uncle here? Please come quickly!"
After a while, Zhu Wuwu entered the imperial study room under the leadership of a young eunuch.
"Wei Chen has met His Majesty!"
Zhu Wuli walked in, looking very solemn.
"Uncle, you came just in time. Eunuch Cao has recovered the military talisman. I was just about to ask him what reward he wants! Eunuch Cao, tell me. As long as it's not too much, I will agree to it!"
Emperor Mingde said with a smile.
Cao Zhengchun just wanted to say with a smile that it is the duty of a minister to serve His Majesty, but Zhu Wuwu didn't want to give him such a chance to show off.
I saw Zhu Wuwu walking forward and bowing his hands to Emperor Mingde, "Your Majesty, the matter that I want to report is related to the country of Ming Dynasty. Please forgive me for the crime of disrespect!"
Cao Zhengchun's expression was resentful. You know you are disrespectful. Your Majesty has already spoken. Can't you hold back what you have to say?
"Isn't the Lord Shen's statement a bit exaggerated?"
Cao Zhengchun calmly choked Zhu Wanli and said, anything that makes Zhu Wanli unhappy will make him very happy!
"I would like to ask Eunuch Cao, if there is a person in a high position in our Ming Dynasty who is in charge of hundreds of thousands of horses, but that person is a foreigner from the Liao Kingdom, do you think this matter will endanger our Ming Dynasty?"
Zhu Wulan asked sharply.
Cao Zhengchun opened his mouth. He wanted to say no, but the facts were here.
Emperor Mingde frowned when he heard this. If it was as Zhu Wuli said, this was no small matter!
"What does the emperor mean by this?"
Emperor Mingde asked.
"Wei Chen received a tip that Qiao Feng, the leader of the Beggar Clan, is a Khitan!"
"What?!"
Emperor Mingde was shocked when he heard this.
If it is true as Zhu Wuwu said, then this is no small matter.
There are hundreds of thousands of disciples of the Beggar Clan. If the leader of the Beggar Clan is not a Han but a Khitan, and that person leads the crowd to rebel, this will be a great disaster!
Cao Zhengchun's eyes widened greatly. This news was really shocking!
But after the surprise, there was endless anger, a bunch of losers!
Isn't it shameful enough that their Dongchang couldn't find things that could be found at Hulong Villa? !
After a while he went back, and everyone was thoroughly investigated. If he was not serious about his work, he would be castrated and sent to the harem!
"Your Majesty, this is absolutely true, I can guarantee it!"
Zhu Wuli's eyes were sharp and his expression was serious, as if he was really a loyal minister who worked hard for the Ming Dynasty.
Cao Zhengchun stood behind the emperor, looked at Zhu Wuwu, and silently gave him a thumbs up in his heart.
He is impressed by this acting skill!
"According to the emperor's opinion, what should be done about this matter?"
Emperor Mingde asked.
Zhu Wuwu seemed to have been prepared for a long time and immediately stepped forward, "Your Majesty, Yang Mansion is very convenient to go south and north. It is suitable for the Beggar Clan disciples to gather. After the Beggar Clan Conference, you can also directly lead the Beggar Clan disciples to go north to meet Meng Yuan and Meng Yuan. The Liao soldiers are fighting! Therefore, this Beggar Clan Conference will be held in Guangyang Mansion!"
"I will go there personally this time to resolve this matter!"
After Zhu Yilan finished speaking, Cao Zhengchun, who was standing behind the emperor, quickly reached the bottom of the steps, raised his hands to the emperor and said, "Your Majesty, this matter is of great importance. If the Shenhou is too tough, it will inevitably affect the relationship between the Beggar Clan and us!"
"Old slave also wants to go together and help Shenhou. In addition, although Gang Leader Qiao Fengqiao may be a Khitan, he has made great contributions to our Ming Dynasty in guarding the border and fighting the Mongolian Yuan over the years. From my perspective, Even if it is confirmed that Gang Leader Qiao is a Khitan, we still have to spare Gang Leader Qiao’s life!”
How smart Cao Zhengchun is.
It's just to expose Qiao Feng's identity. Does he, Zhu Wuwu, need to go there in person?
There must be other ulterior motives.
Mu Xuan had just said that he would not treat the people at Hulong Villa, but Zhu Wuli was about to go to Guangyang Mansion. It was true that he was going to deal with Qiao Feng's matter, but looking for Mu Xuan could also be a incidental matter.
Huh, as long as Cao Zhengchun is here, Zhu Wuwu can't even touch a hair of his Uncle Mu.
As for speaking for Qiao Feng...why? Qiao Feng had helped his Uncle Mu, so what happened to him saying a few words to Qiao Feng?
Khitan people? The Khitan people are eating your rice!
This is how he, Cao Zhengchun, helps his relatives but not others!
"Okay, then let Eunuch Cao and the emperor go together. All the troops in the imperial city are at your disposal!"
Emperor Mingde said, and finally said with a smile, "It's just a shame for Eunuch Cao. He just helped me find the military talisman, and now he has to travel far away again!"
"I'm not working hard, I'm not working hard at all!"
Cao Zhengchun said with a flattering smile. As he spoke, he walked to the emperor's side. With a rush of internal energy, big tears flowed down. "I will not hesitate to be shattered to pieces for Your Majesty! It's just that during the time when the old slave is away, His Majesty's safety is still in danger." I miss you very much, and I hope your majesty will take good care of your dragon body!"
Cao Zhengchun said, his voice choked up, and Emperor Mingde was very moved.
Zhu Wuwu below sneered in his heart: We have met our opponent!
"If Qiao Feng is really a Khitan, just expose his identity and ask him to hand over his position as the leader of the Beggar Clan. You must not harm his life. After all, he has served the country well!"
Among the many martial arts sects, Emperor Ming De had the best impression of the Beggar Clan. After all, they had been working hard for the Ming Dynasty since Emperor Ming Zu, and had been fighting against foreigners for decades.
Of course, good feelings come with good feelings. With so many helpers in the hands of people who are not from the court, he also has no sense of security!
"Your Majesty, don't worry!"
They both raised their hands and said.
After Cao Zhengchun said that, he stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, I wonder if Your Majesty is aware of the counterfeit banknote case that caused quite a stir some time ago?"
Zhu Wuyi's expression changed, and then returned to normal.
"Of course I know about this. Millions of taels of counterfeit banknotes appeared in Huajia's Datong Bank. If Huajia had not responded promptly and recovered the counterfeit banknote templates, I am afraid that the people's livelihood of Ming Dynasty would have been greatly impacted!"
Emperor Mingde looked stern and said, as if he meant something, "If I know who is behind the scenes, I will definitely skin him and fill him with grass as a warning to others!"
"What your Majesty said is true!"
Cao Zhengchun said loudly, even more slandering in his heart, "Stinky toad, I will let you find fault with our Uncle Shepherd!"
"Your Majesty, as far as I know, Hua Manlou and Lu Xiaofeng were about to recover the counterfeit banknote template that day. But at this moment, the Western Poison Ouyang Feng suddenly appeared. Not only did he take away the counterfeit banknote template, but he also tried to kill people and silence them. If it weren’t for the help of Yaoshi Dongxiehuang, Gang Leader Qiao Fengqiao and Lu Xiaofeng’s friend Ximen Chuixue, I’m afraid the counterfeit banknote templates would disappear again, and our Ming Dynasty would be even more turbulent!”
"Your Majesty! Although the rivers and lakes and the wells of the court are not in conflict with each other, Ouyang Feng has harmed the Ming Dynasty by touching the counterfeit banknote template. We punish him according to the law, which is justified!"
Cao Zhengchun said loudly, as if he would not give up until Ouyang Feng was killed.
"Your Majesty, if Ouyang Feng is not punished, won't he become a member of the Jianghu in the future, and everyone will be able to harm our Ming Dynasty!"
Cao Zhengchun added another fire to Emperor Mingde.
He knew this little emperor very well. Although he was young, he was ambitious.
The court structure established by Emperor Taizu did not satisfy him. What he wanted was to monopolize power!
Just now when Cao Zhengchun said that Jianghu and the court had nothing to do with each other, Emperor Mingde's expression had already changed.
The world belongs to the Ming Dynasty. Is it possible that Jianghu is not part of the world?
What Cao Zhengchun said later was exactly what he wanted. He was worried about not being able to use his sword against people in the world. Since Ouyang Feng took the initiative to get involved, don't blame him for using his sword too.
Not everyone can touch the lifeline of the economy. If you touch it, you will die!
"What Mr. Cao said makes sense! That Ouyang Feng must be captured!"
The emperor nodded slightly.
Cao Zhengchun became even more excited and knelt in front of the emperor without saying a word. "Your Majesty, the old slave's Dongchang has been sharpening his sword for a long time. I hope that your majesty will leave this matter to the old slave. Even if Ouyang Feng is hiding, Once inside the Mengyuan Palace, our family can... uh..."
Cao Zhengchun suddenly paused. He originally wanted to say that even if he escaped to the Mengyuan Palace, he would be able to find Ouyang Feng and kill him, but then he thought about how there were still some terrifying people in Mengyuan. It’s easy to say it.
Emperor Mingde smiled and said meaningfully, "Okay, Eunuch Cao, I heard that you had a conflict with the people of Hulong Villa in order to retrieve the military talisman?"
Cao Zhengchun rolled his eyes and nodded quickly, "Your Majesty, I really don't blame the old slave for this. The old slave took your majesty's imperial edict to find the military talisman. The three spies of Hulong Villa returned after seeing the edict." They wanted to snatch the military talisman from the old slave, and even insulted the old slave... Your Majesty, the old slave has a dignified third-grade official rank, but they pointed their noses and scolded him!"
Emperor Mingde smiled and said, "Okay, okay...Uncle, although Eunuch Cao is a eunuch, he is also the official of Dongchang. Your subordinates are a bit disrespectful. Please give me a little punishment, uncle!" "
Zhu Mingwang had a calm expression on his face: "Your Majesty, don't worry, I will definitely take care of this matter!"
"The other thing is the pursuit of Ouyang Feng... Eunuch Cao, you have accomplished a great feat by retrieving the military talisman. Let me see, let's give this credit to Hulong Villa!"
"I decree! Order Hulong Villa to thoroughly investigate this counterfeit banknote case, find out the person behind the casting of counterfeit banknotes, and hunt down Ouyang Feng!"
After Emperor Mingde finished speaking, the sharp look in his eyes disappeared, and he turned to ask with a smile, "Uncle Emperor, it's time for me to see the intelligence of Dragon Guard Villa, which is the best in the world. Is two months enough?"
"enough!"
There was no trace of emotion on Zhu Mong's face.
Upon hearing this, Emperor Mingde waved his hand gently, "In that case, you two go get ready. The trouble with the Beggar Clan will be yours to bear!"
Cao Zhengchun and Zhu Wuwu both bowed and retreated.
Outside the hall, Cao Zhengchun had a smile on his lips and a look of pride on his face, "Shenhou, you just revealed Gang Leader Qiao's identity. It's just a trivial matter, just arrange for your subordinates to do it. Why do you go there in person?!"
Zhu Wuwu glanced at Cao Zhengchun, snorted and walked out of the palace.
Zhu Wuli's arrogant behavior made Cao Zhengchun very unhappy.
"Don't tell me? If you don't tell me, our family won't be able to guess? Either you are going to trouble our Uncle Shepherd, or you are going to our Uncle Shepherd to apologize! Humph!"
Cao Zhengchun snorted coldly, and as he walked, he thought over and over the entire conversation with the emperor and Zhu Wuwu.
As a person, you must be good at reviewing things, especially in a job like his, where you accompany the emperor like a tiger. Only in this way can you stay in the heart of the emperor.
Cao Zhengchun walked while reminiscing, and unknowingly arrived at the gate of the East Factory.
I saw the guards at the door standing ready, holding swords and gathering around, as if they were dealing with someone.
Cao Zhengchun's expression immediately changed. What do you mean?
He had just been a little proud in the officialdom, and now something was going on?
He wanted to see who was this blind person who came to Dongchang to cause trouble!
Cao Zhengchun slowly walked over and saw two men surrounded by the Dongchang Jinyi guards. One of the two men was bare-handed and the other was holding a weapon. They were obviously people who knew martial arts.
"Supervisor, these two people came to see the Supervisor. When my subordinates asked them why they came, they didn't say anything. They just said they came to see the Supervisor. That's how we got into a dispute with them. They even injured several of our brothers. !”
Someone filed a complaint against Cao Zhengchun.
"You're talking nonsense. We were clearly talking about him standing next to us, but not only did you not let us go, you even asked us for favors!"
These two people were none other than Ding Dian and Di Yun, who were helping Mu Xuan deliver the letter.
Cao Zhengchun snorted coldly and glanced coldly at the Jin Yiwei next to him.
Everyone says that Dongchang has a bad reputation. Take a look, with just these subordinates, it’s no wonder that Dongchang’s reputation is not bad!
It’s no wonder that Cao Zhengchun’s reputation is not bad!
It’s all down to them!
"you……"
Cao Zhengchun was about to ask what these two people were doing, but Ding Dian on the opposite side directly interrupted Cao Zhengchun, "Eunuch Cao, can you take a step to speak?"
Although Cao Zhengchun was confused, he still nodded and followed Ding Dian and Di Yun to a deserted place.
Seeing that there was no one around, Ding Dian took out the letter from his arms, and then lowered his voice and said, "Ding Dian, this is my brother Di Yun. We have been entrusted by Doctor Mu to deliver a letter to Eunuch Cao." of!"
Cao Zhengchun used his inner strength to hear Ding Dian's words clearly. When he heard that it was a letter sent by Mu Xuan, he couldn't stop smiling on his face.
"It turns out it's the young masters of the Ding family in Jingmen and Shaoxia Di. The flood has really washed away the Dragon King Temple. You guys are helping Divine Doctor Mu deliver the letter. Why didn't you tell me earlier? Isn't this a misunderstanding?"
Cao Zhengchun laughed, his enthusiastic look in sharp contrast to his previous coldness.
"Shepherd has been kind to us, so naturally we have to think about his reputation!"
Di Yun was more sincere and immediately revealed his and Ding Dian's plans.
Cao Zhengchun responded with a smile, but then stopped slowly. What does it mean to think about Mu Xuan's reputation?
You didn't say the reason for your visit at first, and you spoke in a lowered voice just now, because you didn't want others to know that Mu Xuan had contact with him?
Cao Zhengchun felt full of malice.
Cao Zhengchun took a deep breath and looked at the two of them, his eyes full of smiles again.
Cao Cao's surname was Cao, and his surname was Cao. Cao Cao loved talents, and he naturally loved talents too. Therefore, without thinking, Cao Zhengchun immediately opened his mouth to recruit and said, "Our Dongchang is short of two such talents!"
"I wonder if you two are interested in working for my Dongchang?"
(End of chapter)
