late Qing Dynasty

Chapter 109
"Zhongzheng, do you know why there are more and more people smoking opium in my Qing Dynasty?"

Lan'er gave me a meaningful look and raised a profound topic.

"Since Emperor Daoguang, foreigners tried to use opium to open the gate of our country and paralyze the people of the country. Lin Zexu sold opium in Humen to inspire the people of the country, which gave the foreigners a head-on blow. The British and French allied forces invaded BJ and this series of wars not only made the Chinese people more negative, but also made the ruling class more corrupt.”

I paused slightly, looked at Lan'er with a calm face, and continued.

"If you want to fundamentally pull out the cancer of opium, you must take a multi-pronged approach, from top to bottom, and start smoking ban."

I spoke impassionedly, and looked up at Lan'er, she still didn't say anything, as if she was thinking about something.

"What if I told you that Empress Dowager Ci'an also smoked opium?"

Lan'er looked at me meaningfully, then stood up and walked slowly to me.

"Zhongzheng, look at the whole court, that is, if you dare to tell the truth to me, how many ministers in this court are sincere for the country, they are all wise and safe."

As for the Empress Dowager Ci'an smoking opium, I only heard a little in the unofficial history.

It is said that she was suffering from some kind of disease and it was used for pain relief.

"Now that the government is not stable, there are internal and external troubles, and many ministers in the court are already dissatisfied with me. The sixth master is afraid of me, and has turned to stand with Ci'an. If one day I am given to death, Zhongzheng, you will bear to watch Is it on?"

Lan Er's sincerity made me immediately feel her helplessness and fear in her heart. Whether it was acting or not, I could see the true feelings in Lan Er's eyes.

She needs my help and a man to shelter her.

And she has chosen me now.

However, it was rumored that Ronglu and Lan'er had an affair, and it was also recorded in unofficial history. I really wanted to know the truth in my heart.

"But, I'm afraid that I have more energy than I want! Why don't you go to Master Ronglu!"

Lan'er wiped away a tear from the corner of her eyes, revealing a trace of determination in her eyes, and said.

"You have heard the rumors outside! Do you remember what I told you? I only admired Rong Lu for a while, but now, he is just one of my subjects, a dog who clings to me and clings to power That's all."

Hearing Lan'er's words, I don't know whether to be happy or worried.

Compared with Rong Lu, I am not the same.

Maybe, I'm not as good as him!
No matter what Laner said is true or not, I think I should do my best to help her.

For the night of the full moon that we stayed together, we escaped to the cave where we slept together.

For the oath I promised.

"Lan'er, don't worry! I, Tang Zhongzheng, will definitely not let you down, and will definitely assist you with all my strength."

Lan'er heard this, her body trembled slightly, and then she returned to normal.

"Then what should I do next?"

"I heard that the Empress Dowager Ci'an has been feeling unwell recently, and smoking opium is only for pain relief. Why don't you..."

I bowed my head and whispered a few words in Laner's ear, Laner listened quietly, nodding from time to time.

Looking at her fair skin and alluring earlobes, I couldn't help but take a breath.

Lan'er's body moved slightly, she turned her head gently, and I met her eyes.

"Thank you, Zhongzheng."

Lan'er suddenly leaned forward slightly, and her thin red lips stuck to my mouth.

Before I could react, Lan'er had already stood up and sat back on the Arhat bed.

"It's getting late, I'm tired, you should go back and rest too!"

I froze slightly, turned and left.

On the carriage, the moment when Laner kissed me was always in my mind. There was a coolness on her lips, which instantly spread throughout my whole body.

Perhaps, she is thanking me, and I am one step closer to her.

However, I shook my head afterwards, Lan'er is the king, I am the minister, how is it possible!

In order to keep it secret, I just whispered the bitter trick in Lan'er's ear, and I knew that Lan'er would definitely do that, because she had no way out.

Thinking of what Laner said just now, Prince Gong chose to stand with Ci'an, and Laner asked me to help her with all my strength.

In the future, I will naturally become a real opponent with Liu Ye.

But looking at the present, Liu Ye's prestige in the court is increasing day by day, and he plays a vital role in the Westernization Movement. How to make good use of him and replace him is what I should consider.

Back in the mansion, Fu Shanxiang was sitting in the hall waiting for me.

"Sir, you haven't eaten yet! How about I ask the kitchen to make it for you now?"

"No, I'd better go back and rest first!"

Fu Shanxiang stood up, patted me on the shoulder, froze suddenly, and then returned to normal.

"Then I'll get you a cup of tea, sir."

Fu Shanxiang turned around to pour tea, and I slowly sat on the chair, admiring her graceful figure.

"what……"

Fu Shanxiang screamed, and then the teapot fell to the ground.

"what happened?"

I hurried over, grabbed Fu Shanxiang's hand and looked carefully, it was already hot red.

"wait for me."

I hurried to the room, took out the bottle of badger seed oil that Meishuang hadn't used up last time, and ran back to the hall.

Fu Shanxiang sat on the chair, his hands were flushed red, and tears almost fell from his eyes.

Seeing that my heart was about to break, it was said that women are like water, and seeing such a delicate woman hurt, I also felt a little uncomfortable.

I gently picked up Fu Shanxiang's injured hand, applied badger seed oil, and slowly wiped it on the back of the hand.

"Don't worry! This thing is definitely easy to use. Last time Mei Shuang used this when her arm was injured. It will be fine in a while."

I said swearingly, comforting Fu Shanxiang, but I didn't understand her mood at this time.

"Sir, you are really attractive to women."

I was slightly taken aback, then turned my head to look at Fu Shanxiang, she bit her lip lightly, looking angry.

"What's the matter? Why do you say that? Also, why are you so careless?"

Fu Shanxiang erupted suddenly, and the tears in his eyes couldn't help but flow down.

"Why? Not because of you, sir."

"Because of me? What's wrong with me?"

I looked puzzled and asked suspiciously.

Fu Shanxiang walked up to me excitedly, took a long hair from the clothes on his shoulders, and asked bluntly.

"Sir, I'm afraid your hair is not so long! Also, why does your body smell like a woman's?"

I was stunned for a moment. Although I am single now, Fu Shanxiang's surprised behavior was obviously a declaration of his own sovereignty.

You smell of her perfume.

And women's hair?
It seems that next time I really want to have a longer snack.

(End of this chapter)