Crazy at the end of the Ming Dynasty

After having a secret conversation with his father-in-law Xue Lian, although Wu Shigong still believed that his father-in-law Xue Lian had many ways to contact Emperor Chongzhen.However, I also know Eunuch Qin from Xinwangfu.Anyway, one more way is always good.So, on the morning of the second day, Wu Shigong didn't go to Bingmasi at all, but directly put on makeup and came to Shengyun Casino, and entered a secret room on the third floor of the casino.Then, he asked Shopkeeper Zheng to call Eunuch Qin's younger brother over.

When Eunuch Qin's younger brother came, Wu Shigong gave him 300 taels of silver without saying a word.And tell Eunuch Qin's younger brother: Wu Shigong wants to meet Eunuch Qin.No matter whether Eunuch Qin's younger brother can be found or not, Eunuch Qin cannot be found.The 300 taels of silver are the hard work of Eunuch Qin's younger brother.Moreover, as long as Eunuch Qin came to meet him and listen to him say a few words, Wu Shigong would also give Eunuch Qin 2000 taels of silver for his hard work.

Wu Shigong did not hesitate to spend a lot of money in order to spread the news.It may be that money can turn ghosts around.Eunuch Qin's younger brother went outside for a while, and then came back to tell Wu Shigong: Eunuch Qin will come to the gambling house around noon to meet Wu Shigong.

"That's really great!" Wu Shigong, who got things done unexpectedly smoothly, couldn't help cheering in his heart.

In fact, things were not as complicated as Wu Shigong thought.Maybe Wu Shigong didn't spend a tael of silver, and after getting the news, Eunuch Qin would also meet Wu Shigong.On the contrary, Xue Lian had many people in the palace, so it was inconvenient to connect with Emperor Chongzhen.

After Emperor Chongzhen came to the throne, he felt that Wei Zhongxian's power, especially Wei Zhongxian's power in the palace, was particularly huge, so he felt particularly afraid.Therefore, he only believed that he believed in the eunuchs and guards in the palace.Let them all come to their side to protect.Even the meals are only made and delivered by the queen himself.

But Emperor Chongzhen couldn't always shrink in this tortoise shell?He still needs to know the outside news.Therefore, he asked his most trusted eunuchs and guards to send people out to inquire about the news.That Eunuch Qin is also one of them.

However, those eunuchs and guards were originally powerless in Prince Xin's Mansion, and they didn't have many trustworthy subordinates and friends.So, they basically sent their own relatives.The person Eunuch Qin sent out happened to be his younger brother.

After receiving the news from his younger brother, Eunuch Qin immediately reported it to Emperor Chongzhen and his eunuch Wang Chengen.Because, the role of Wu Shigong, the commander of the Nancheng military and horse commander, is insignificant, but the role of Wu Shigong's father-in-law Xue Lian is very important.Therefore, Emperor Chongzhen and Wang Chengen immediately decided to let Eunuch Qin go out of the palace in makeup immediately to hear what Wu Shigong had to say?

At noon, Eunuch Qin sneaked into the gambling house after putting on makeup, and was immediately taken into the secret room by shopkeeper Zheng.After the shopkeeper Zheng retired, Wu Shigong immediately told Eunuch Qin straight to the point: his father-in-law Xue Lian and Wu Shigong were ready to show their sincerity to Emperor Chongzhen.

Wu Shigong then said to Eunuch Qin: In order to show his sincerity, Wu Shigong will immediately resign from his post as commander of the Nancheng Military and Horse Command, and the successor will be arranged by Emperor Chongzhen.If Emperor Chongzhen agreed to their defeat, Xue Lian would also immediately resign from his post in Beijing.The defeat of Xue Lian and Wu Shigong only required a promise from Emperor Chongzhen, which was to keep the title of Marquis Yangwu and the safety of the Xue family.

Wu Shigong said to Eunuch Qin at the end: In order to express his gratitude to Wang Chengen and Eunuch Qin, Wu Shigong will give this gambling house to Wang Chengen.In addition to the 2000 taels of hard work, Eunuch Qin will be given another 2000 taels of silver by Wu Shigong.

After hearing Wu Shigong's words, Eunuch Qin was ecstatic.Not for those benefits.Although Emperor Chongzhen has ascended the throne, the entire Xinwang Mansion is worrying, how to open the situation where Wei Zhongxian dominates the world?Suddenly, receiving such good news from Wu Shigong, how could it make Eunuch Qin unhappy?

Of course, with such a large amount of benefits, the icing on the cake windfall made Eunuch Qin even more happy.

Eunuch Qin asked Wu Shigong to wait in the gambling house, and he immediately rushed back to the palace to report to Emperor Chongzhen.

After receiving the report from Eunuch Qin, Emperor Chongzhen was of course very excited.However, he was only 16 years old at this time, and he was still unable to fully analyze the rules and regulations of the good news, so he turned his questioning eyes to the eunuch Wang Chengen beside him.

Wang Chengen immediately stepped forward and analyzed to Emperor Chongzhen: If Xue Lian sincerely lost his sincerity, then it must be good.If Xue Lian was just trying to test Emperor Chongzhen's attitude, as soon as Xue Lian's resignation was handed over, Xue Lian's resignation would be made public in the court.It will also play a big role in dividing Wei Zhongxian's party and opening a gap in the current Wei Zhongxian's party.

In addition, the most urgent problem for Emperor Chongzhen now is to protect his own life.What is missing is the armed forces of the capital.As for the position of Xue Lian's son-in-law, the commander of the Nancheng army and horses, if it is held by someone close to Emperor Chongzhen.No matter how small the strength of the Nancheng Military and Horse Command Division is, it is still an armed force in the capital.Therefore, it is necessary to send someone close to Emperor Chongzhen to grasp it as soon as possible.

Wang Chengen finally said to Emperor Chongzhen: As for Emperor Chongzhen's promise to Xue Lian, he might as well agree first.If after Emperor Chongzhen came to power, Xue Lian didn't make any troubles, and kept Xue Lian's title and wealth, so what?Even if Emperor Chongzhen wanted to deal with Xue Lian, Xue Lian at that time was powerless, so he could pinch him as he wanted!

After listening to Wang Chengen's analysis, Emperor Chongzhen immediately made a decision and asked Eunuch Qin to go to Wu Shigong immediately and agreed to Wu Shigong's request.

After Eunuch Qin sneaked into the gambling house again, he told Wu Shigong: Emperor Chongzhen fully agreed to Wu Shigong's request.And within two days, someone will be sent to the Nancheng Bingma Command Department to take over the command of Wu Shigong.

Wu Shigong, who was in joy, was very grateful to Eunuch Qin.He immediately took out 4000 taels of silver bills and gave them to Eunuch Qin.And took out the house deed and land deed of the gambling house, and asked Eunuch Qin to transfer it to Wang Chengen.

When they broke up, Wu Shigong also assured Eunuch Qin that his father-in-law Xue Lian's resignation letter would be delivered soon.

In addition, Wu Shigong asked Eunuch Qin two things.One thing is: Please Wang Chengen treat the shopkeepers and buddies who are left behind by the gambling house kindly.The casino guards are Wu Shigong's domestic slaves, Wu Shigong will definitely not keep them.And those croupiers are all servants of Yangwuhou's family, and they will definitely not stay.What Wu Shigong took care of was nothing more than shopkeeper Zheng.That old man is also quite pitiful. He has worked in the gambling house for more than a year, and the debt he owed has only been paid off in half.Now Wu Shigong can only do his last bit of heart for Shopkeeper Zheng.

The second thing is: Wu Shigong told Eunuch Qin that he might leave the capital to take up a post in a local area.He asked Eunuch Qin and Wang Chengen not to mention himself in front of Emperor Chongzhen in the future.It is best for Emperor Chongzhen to forget himself completely.

Having just made great contributions to Emperor Chongzhen and received such a large amount of benefits from Wu Shigong, Eunuch Qin agreed to Wu Shigong's two small requests without hesitation.After that, Eunuch Qin hurried back to the palace to report the good news to Emperor Chongzhen.

While Eunuch Qin was passing the news, Xue Lian also found Wei Zhongxian in the palace.He told Wei Zhongxian: He will submit his resignation soon and resign from his post in the Beijing camp.

Xue Lian bluntly confessed to Wei Zhongxian that his behavior was to keep Xue's family safe.

Moreover, Xue Lian also told Wei Zhongxian: his son-in-law will also resign from the position of commander of the army and horses, and will leave the capital.Xue Lian asked Wei Zhongxian to help him choose a better position for his son-in-law.After saying these words, Xue Lian left.

After receiving the news that Xue Lian would resign, the backbone of Wei Zhongxian's party gathered around Wei Zhongxian and offered their ideas one after another.Some of them asked Wei Zhongxian to severely crack down on Xue Lian's rebellious behavior; some people like Li Chengzuo even asked Wei Zhongxian to strengthen his control of the government and completely empty Emperor Chongzhen.

Wei Zhongxian didn't express his opinion, he let all these party members disperse and let himself be quiet for a while.At this time, Wei Zhongxian felt a little desolate in his heart: Why doesn't he want to retreat completely?For Xue Lian, the old brother who has been with him for the longest time, he will fulfill his last wish!

At this time, Wei Zhongxian was still in full control of the government, so he quickly took the letter of appointment for Wu Shigong's new position from the Ministry of War.When Wei Zhongxian handed over the letter of appointment to Xue Lian, Xue Lian couldn't help but slapped his thigh when he saw the position, and shouted: "Wonderful! It's so wonderful!"

When Xue Lian and Wei Zhongxian broke up, they held hands tightly and refused to separate for a long time.They all knew that it would never be possible for the two of them to have a drink together and chat about homework in the future.