Why did the emperor rebel?

Chapter 915 Decision
Although Xu Youzhen is now aware of the gap between himself and Zhu Jian, an old fox, he will not underestimate himself.

Xueshi Xu himself, who walks on the tip of a knife, naturally has his own way when it comes to intrigues and tricks.

In fact, ever since he entered Zhu's residence, he had two doubts in his mind. One was why Zhu Yi was here. Zhu Jian had already made this very clear just now.

However, apart from this, Xu Youzhen's other doubt is that Zhu Jian has no choice but to avoid Zhu Yi because of such secret thoughts and plans. explain these.

If it is just for the sake of letting him finally persuade Chen Xun, it is actually unnecessary.

Based on Xu Youzhen's current position, if he wanted to gain a foothold in the Supreme Emperor's party, he had to rely on Zhu Jian. Therefore, as long as Zhu Jian gave him this task, he had to do it whether he wanted to or not.

Although Zhu Jian and Xu Youzhen seem to have a good relationship, Zhu Jian treats Xu Youzhen like a benevolent elder, and Xu Youzhen treats Zhu Jian like a respectful and modest student.

But in fact, Xu Youzhen's heart is very clear, he and this Zhu Ge elder are far from being able to communicate with each other.

The reason why they have a good relationship, even if it just seems to be, is that in the Supreme Emperor's party, there are too few civil servants who are important and deeply involved.

When Zhu Ge was facing this group of relatives, he needed someone to charge forward and wave the flag, and Xu Youzhen just needed someone to back him up, so the two formed this relationship.

This is essentially a kind of cooperation and exchange. If you really want to talk about feelings, I'm afraid there will be no half of it. I really think that Mr. Zhu Ge appreciates him, so if he wants to train him more, then Xu Youzhen doesn't have to hang around in the court. .

Under this kind of relationship, Zhu Ge will let him hear such an urgent and secret plan?Moreover, just now, she was really serious, confided in him, and expressed her worries about Xungui?

Go to him!
You must know that even with the close relationship between Chen Xun and Du Ning, Chen Xun would not explain the intentions of many court officials to Du Ning.

This is not a matter of trust, but rather unnecessary. If one more person knows about these things, it will be more dangerous.

Why do you need to explain something that can be done without an explanation?

Therefore, no matter how amazing Zhu Jian's plan was just now, Xu Youzhen remained vigilant in her heart.

This is one of his essential qualities as a member of the secret front.

Therefore, when Zhu Jian finally asked him to persuade Chen Xun, Xu Youzhen immediately realized that there must be a deeper intention behind this.

His first reaction was whether there was something wrong with him, which aroused Zhu Jian's suspicion.

However, he quickly dismissed the idea.

This possibility is very small!
Although it was said that he secretly had contact with Shu Liang, this Eunuch Shu didn't let him do anything.

It's just that a message is passed on occasionally, and it's all passed through the people in the East Factory, so the security is very high.

Other than that, he didn't do anything to harm Zhu Jian, or even Nangong's interests.

On the contrary, he also helped Nangong with some things. Take the attack on Xiangting last time as an example, the poison sac used by the murderer to commit suicide was still brought into the palace secretly by him.

Therefore, Zhu Jian has no reason to doubt him.

If it is not doubt, then it can only be a simple temptation.

To put it bluntly, among the influential ministers in the Supreme Emperor's party, basically all of them have been "born and died" for the Supreme Emperor.

Although the British government was disliked because of Hui Changbo, Zhang Fu actually lost his life in order to welcome back the Supreme Emperor.

The Duke of Cheng's mansion was the only honorable man who showed his chariots and horses in the hall and clearly supported the Supreme Emperor. He stood up many times during the crown prince's departure from the cabinet, the spring hunting ceremony, and even Shu Liang's forced palace.

Chen Mao, Marquis of Ningyang, once plotted the Zhennan King case in order to welcome back the Supreme Emperor, was confiscated and imprisoned, and survived from death. Hou Renli of Ningyuan, uh, I won’t mention this.

Even the most inconspicuous Jiao Jing, at any rate, was a relative who had been relied on by the Supreme Emperor before, and when the Supreme Emperor was hunting north, he secretly contacted Yang Shan, Xu Bin and others to welcome the Supreme Emperor back.

Zhu Jian himself, of course, was no exception. In order to welcome back the Supreme Emperor, he gave up the opportunity to become the governor of Shaanxi and the reserve of Qiqing, and chose to be transferred back to the capital.

All these things paid a huge price and proved their worth and loyalty. It is precisely because of these that they have different ideas and ideas, but they get together.

But what about Xu Youzhen?
He first entered this small group by relying on the recommendation letter of Li Xian, the Minister of Rites.

If it is said that Li Xian is still a bit important, he is one of the officials who were reused by the Supreme Emperor before the Northern Expedition, and he was demoted to the place because he fought for the crown prince to leave the cabinet.

Well, Xu Youzhen herself has really never done anything to prove herself.

So in many cases, when these people discuss things, he can only listen in, and even without Zhu Jian's support, he might not even be able to get in.

The reason is nothing more than the lack of a strong vote certificate.

This time, Zhu Jian said so much to him, but in fact, many of the contents in it have already involved things that cannot be known to outsiders.

Therefore, this is both an opportunity and a temptation.

By doing this, Zhu Jian is telling Xu Youzhen that as long as he is willing to do his best and serve the Supreme Emperor and the Crown Prince loyally, then he will be able to get in touch with more and more secrets, and the help he can get from the Supreme Emperor's party will also be of great help. will become stronger and stronger.

However, if he still has reservations, then...not so, since Zhu Jian has already revealed so much without hesitation, in fact Xu Youzhen has no way out.

At this time, if he has the slightest refusal or reluctance, he absolutely believes that Zhu Jian in front of him will turn his face without hesitation.

Therefore, there is actually only one way before him...

"Don't worry, Minggong. His Royal Highness is the foundation of the country. We are clean and streamlined. We have always been the first choice for the officials of the Eastern Palace. We should do our best to assist the Eastern Palace."

Xu Youzhen thought for a while, then opened her mouth to answer.

The earnest words brought a smile to Zhu Jian's face.

These two sentences are simple to say, but there are two key points in the middle. One is that Xu Youzhen has picked up Qingliu's identity again and regards herself as Qingliu. contacts.

Second, saying that Qingliu is the first choice of the officials of the East Palace means that he will do his best to win Qingliu into Zhan Shifu.

This is Zhu Jian's purpose.

What he wanted was not just for Xu Youzhen to persuade Chen Xun to force a few people into the East Palace.

In fact, the reason why Zhu Jian valued Xu Youzhen for such a long time was not only because he was in Zhan Shi's mansion and had access to the prince.

More importantly, Xu Youzhen's Qingliu status is of great use to Zhu Jian.

In particular, most of the Qingliu are self-respecting for their status. At best, they should pay attention to the reputation of scholars.

It's rare to find people like Xu Youzhen who are single-minded and can take advantage of them.

Therefore, what Zhu Jian really values ​​Xu Youzhen is precisely his last two qualities.

With these two points, he can do what Zhu Jian cannot.

Therefore, in fact, for Xu Youzhen, the nomination certificate he needs to submit is to use his contacts and cooperate with the help of the Supreme Emperor's party to build the East Palace into the base camp of Qingliu, so as to help the crown prince and the Supreme Emperor regain control of political resources.

Only by doing this, can Xu Youzhen truly be on an equal footing with Zhu Yi and others, and have the same right to speak.

The atmosphere in the flower hall became more relaxed, and Xu Youzhen could clearly feel that the faint scrutiny in Zhu Jian's eyes just now slowly dissipated, and he regained the image of a benevolent elder, said.

"Yuanyu, the old man is clear about your thoughts. Although the country is safe now, the Tian family is in turmoil. If you are not careful, it will be a catastrophe, but it is also an opportunity."

"As long as His Royal Highness can grow up smoothly and inherit the great line in the future, you will be a minister of the dragon, so why worry about a poor career?"

"As for the matter in the court, you don't have to worry. The old man, the Duke and others will find a way to deal with it. What you have to do is to take good care of His Royal Highness. This is the fundamental matter, understand?"

"Don't worry, Mr. Ming, the students will definitely do their best!"

Xu Youzhen bowed her head and cupped her hands, and Zhu Jian seemed to get along with each other, but in fact, they each had their own thoughts in their hearts...

Qianqing Palace.

Today is not the time for the early court, Zhu Qiyu spent more than half an hour processing the memorial, and then got the news that it was Shu Liang who asked to see him.

After being called in, Eunuch Shu reported all the news he had just received.

"...Your Majesty, Chen Shangshu has been staying with Yu Cifu for half an hour before the maidservant enters the palace, and this is what he was talking about."

As the admiral of the East Factory and the number one lackey of the emperor, Mr. Shu has always been very clear about his position.

It should be done by myself, everything is thoughtful, but I shouldn't ask myself, there are not many words.

Now the East Factory and Jinyiwei are separated from each other. The owner of the East Factory is in charge of detecting and spying on the news inside and outside the capital, and the Jinyiwei is in charge of guarding the ceremonies and carrying out the secret missions ordered by the emperor.

Although the two are not clearly separated, they have reached a new balance, and they are no longer in the state of open and secret struggles for power.

So far, Eunuch Shu can confidently say that he, the admiral of the East Factory, must have gotten the news earlier and more comprehensively than Jin Yiwei.

But on the other hand, he also knows that Jin Yiwei undertakes many important tasks, and even he only knows a little about these tasks.

For example, there are now a large number of Jinyiwei ambushed on the border. Official businessmen and even smugglers who are active in the exchange market all have the faint shadow of Jinyiwei.

In addition, although the youth from the former Fanren's family went to a place that was completely different from the border, the secret letter that Shu Liang handed over before leaving the capital must also have a way to use the local Jinyiwei.

It can be seen from this that during this period of time, Commander Lu has not been idle, and what he is doing secretly is probably beyond his imagination.

Of course, these Eunuchs Shu are just curious at most, and it's best to know some inside information occasionally, but he will never deliberately inquire.

This is his duty, he has always handled it well!

As for another point of duty, it is of course never to interfere in politics.

He did what the emperor ordered him to do, and he checked what he asked him to investigate. However, it was not the emperor who took the initiative to ask questions. Eunuch Shu never expressed any opinions or made any suggestions.

Therefore, after he finished telling the news he had received, he silently waited by the side without saying a word, waiting for the emperor's order.

Zhu Qiyu had long been used to Shu Liang's thoughtfulness, put down the memorabilia in his hand, pinched the center of his brows, and soon made a decision, and ordered.

"Xu Youzhen, let him do whatever he wants. As for the result, he doesn't need to worry about it. I have my own arrangements."

"As for Zhu Yi, since there are people who object, let's talk about Xunwei's matter later and do other things first."

Winning Qing into the cabinet was Zhu Jian's opportunity for Xu Youzhen to make contributions, but it was also a test at the same time.

Based on Xu Youzhen's current 'position', this matter is beneficial to him and has no disadvantages. If he doesn't do it, or doesn't try his best to do it, it will arouse suspicion.

Relatively speaking, Zhu Yike's range of activities is much larger.

It should be said that Xu Youzhen is still at a relatively immature stage. Whether it is means or strategy, it is not as good as Cheng Guogong who was active on the secret front and accumulated rich experience.

For Xu Youzhen, he wanted to reject Zhu Jian only because he was worried about being targeted and suppressed, which was obviously not a convincing reason.

However, Zhu Yi has already mastered the professional skills of pleasing both ends.

In the matter of Xunwei, in fact, the people behind it are the nobles of various families, and Zhu Yi is active in the middle. No matter whether he does it or not, he has ways to appease the emotions of all parties.

In this regard, Zhu Qiyu still trusts him very much.

As soon as he thought of this, the figure of an old guy who dozed off every day suddenly flashed in his mind. Could it be that this is the so-called family history?

In the lobby of the Ministry of Rites, Hu Dazong was holding his own purple sand pot, and when he was having a headache about how to deal with Shen Yi's troublesome ghost, for some reason, he suddenly sneezed.

Rubbing his nose, Hu Yan was a little puzzled, but despite this, he put down the teapot in his hand, stretched his body, and put himself back into the documents in front of him...

After ordering these two things, Zhu Qiyu suddenly thought of a certain young figure, looked into the distance and asked.

"Speaking of Xunwei, I sent Yang Jie and Sun Yong to Xuanfu and other places a few days ago to select the vanguard of the government army. How is the progress now?"

It's not Shu Liang who is asking this question, but Wynn who is beside him.

As the chief steward of the Qianqing Palace, he knows more about matters involving government affairs.

But, as expected, Wynn shook his head and said.

"Going back to the emperor, there is no new news from the Ministry of War and Jin Yiwei."

The Ministry of War is the channel on the surface, and Jinyiwei is the channel in the dark.

There is no news from either of them, indicating that this matter is still at a stagnation stage.

The purpose of selecting the vanguard of the government army is to form a young army. It should be said that this matter is not difficult. It has only been two years since the War of Oarat ended.

Even if you choose carefully, several months have passed, and there should be results.

However, this progress has been delayed.

As for the reason, Zhu Qiyu knew it well.

After pondering for a moment, he ordered.

"I ordered the Ministry of War to urge you to write down a letter. Before the end of the year, the selection must be completed!"

(End of this chapter)