The Child Emperor

Dozens of members of the Wang family received a lot of gifts on their way westward. They were a group of rural farmers. They couldn't tell which were private gifts and which were gifts from the imperial court. In short, they happily accepted them. Seeing it, no one cared much, let alone telling the emperor.

Similar things are too common and too ordinary. If the Queen Mother's family is left out all the way, it will be an unbelievable strange thing, and those businessmen who give gifts the most are very smart, and will not carry big boxes and small boxes directly to the Wang family. Instead, he went to the place to visit, gave some small gifts, and then quietly handed over a gift list. The gifts on it were all stored in the capital, waiting for the new owner.

As they approached Hangu Pass, the gift-giving businessmen began to mention Zong Zhengqing Han Chou, Zhang Youcai, who had been with the Wang family. Hearing a few words, seeing the dissatisfaction between the emperor and Han Chou, he suddenly remembered this matter.

Relatives can often gain great power, and it is normal to make friends in advance, but these gift-giving businessmen have other plans, but it was not what Yuan Jiuding and Zhang Youcai could guess at the time.

Han Ruzi laughed in anger, everyone in the room had their own strengths, but none of them were the people he needed now, so he said: Anyway, the problem at hand is solved, Yuan Shangshu, you can go and do it, the power of welcoming relatives, I I will keep it in my heart; Qiao Wanfu, continue to stare at the merchants in the city to see what else they do; Jin Chunzhong, continue to examine the holy army division carefully, and if there is any news, please let me know at any time.

A few people took orders and retreated one after another. Zhang Youcai just came back, and he was still a little uncomfortable. When there were not many people, he asked with a puzzled face, Your Majesty, did I do something wrong? I should report what I saw on the road earlier Write to your Majesty.

Han Ruzi shook his head, This matter has nothing to do with you. Today is the Queen Mother's day to save her relatives. Everyone should be happy. You should also go to the Queen Mother's side. She may need you.

Yes, Your Majesty. Zhang Youcai hurriedly exited.

Han Ruzi said to Wang He again: It seems that there will be no more assassins, you don't need to stay here, just keep outside.

Wang He wanted to stay for a while, but Han Ruzi didn't give him a chance to argue and waved him to retire. Wang He had no choice but to retire with another guard.

There were only the emperor and Meng E left in the room, neither of them said a word. Han Ruzi thought she didn't exist and thought silently, and Meng E did not offer any consolation.

I don't know how long it took before Zhang Youcai came in quietly and said softly, Your Majesty, the banquet has already started, does Your Majesty want to go now?

Okay. Han Ruzi got up and walked out of the room.

The eunuchs, palace maids, and guards outside were already lined up neatly, crowding the emperor to the hall.

The hall was full of joy of reunion. With the reminders of the family, Empress Dowager Ci Ning recalled many past events and mentioned the death of her mother. She couldn't help but shed tears again. The crowd immediately changed to something interesting under the instructions of the Ritual Officer. matter.

Zong Zhengqing and Han Chou also attended the banquet as a family, like a fish in water, when no one spoke, he told jokes, someone spoke, he deliberately guided, in short, to satisfy the queen mother.

The arrival of the emperor made the atmosphere a little colder. Han Ruzi personally held the cup, congratulated his mother first, then his grandfather's birthday, and finally all his relatives. He pinched the cheeks of the two children, praising them for their cuteness, and handed the cup to the eunuch beside him. Say goodbye to Empress Dowager Cining.

Before leaving, Han Ruzi gave the queen a deep look, and the queen smiled slightly, saying that everything was fine, and she liked the emperor's relatives very much.

It was already evening when Han Ruzi returned to the Mansion of the Marquis of Ruan. The Zhongshu Department did not send a memorial today, and he did not ask for it. Jin Chunzhong and Qiao Wanfu both sent people to leave a message with no important content, and the last assassin refused. Captured without a hitch, has been killed by the tolerance.

Yun Mengze's assassination operation seemed to have ended just like that.

Han Ruzi didn't eat, he sat in the study for a while, and sent someone to summon Zhao Ruosu.

What about the rules and conventions of the imperial court? Han Ruzi briefly recounted what happened to Han Chou, Does the imperial court have any countermeasures for such officials?

We must get evidence that Han Chou has ulterior motives.

Han Ruzi smiled and said, Don't you understand yet? Han Chou thought of this for a long time, so he made pre-arrangements. He has been secretly courting the uncle's family for several months, and it was only gradually revealed when he approached the capital. Said, such a dedicated minister, how could he really collude with the robbers to stab him? If there is an emergency, Han Chou's efforts will not be in vain? But this is Han Chou's cleverness, except for himself, No one can tell whether what he did was watching from the sidelines, or, as he himself said, just to lead the snake out of the hole.

Han Ruzi couldn't produce direct evidence to prove Han Chou's guilt, so he didn't want to make a pointless argument with his mother.

Zhao Ruosu was silent for a moment, and said, Is it possible that Han Chou's plan of 'drawing a snake out of a hole' is sincere? After all, it is a bit strange to collude with a robber to assassinate him. Whether it succeeds or not, Han Chou doesn't seem to get much benefit.

Han Ruzi had been thinking about it for a long time, and then he thought about it for a while, then shook his head and said, No, Han Chou is definitely not 'leading a snake out of a hole'. If the assassin has a chance of success, he will never hand over the holy army division.

Han Ruzi really couldn't produce evidence, and he didn't need it. He knew Han Chou and knew that he was definitely not a loyal minister, and even lacked loyalty to Da Chu. Han Chou was only loyal to Luoyang and his luxurious life.

If this is the case, there is a loophole in Han Chou's plan. Zhao Ruosu said.

Yeah. Han Ruzi summoned Zhao Ruosu, and what he needed was this sentence. So far, he has not seen the loophole.

Your Majesty is the Emperor of Great Chu. Those whom His Majesty doesn't like will be difficult to succeed in the end, and those whom His Majesty hates will be eliminated sooner or later.

Han Ruzi just wanted to say that he is not such an emperor, but after thinking about it, he shut his mouth, at least he has this power.

Zhao Ruosu continued: Han Chou tried his best to please the Empress Dowager Cining and the Wang family. After all, he couldn't win the trust of His Majesty. what?

Han Ruzi was stunned. On the surface, he was calm, but he was actually very angry. He was trapped in the game, which affected his judgment. He had to need Zhao Ruosu's reminder to see the truth. You are right, Han Chou still has tricks. There must be... do you have any countermeasures?

Han Chou did not use the official methods of the imperial court. Wei Chen could see a little flaw, but he was unable to deal with it. Zhao Ruosu told the truth.

Before me, was there ever an emperor who was bullied like this by a minister?

Zhao Ruosu bowed to the ground, got up and said, From Taizu to Emperor Wu, ministers were executed for treason in almost every dynasty. Wei ministers not only read historical books, but also read many official documents at that time. To tell the truth, these The reasons for people's rebellion are very puzzling, and the methods are full of loopholes. Wei Chen is unclear, so they can only say that they 'bullyed' the emperor.

But the emperor always wins.

Must be a winner.

Han Ruzi laughed, sent Zhao Ruosu away, called the eunuch outside, and asked, Is the King of the East Sea still there?

The King of the East Sea has returned to his residence.

Han Ruzi thought for a moment, Go and call him.

The eunuch ordered to retreat, Zhang Youcai and Meng E came in to clean up the room, and Han Ruzi said, Youcai, you just came back, go and rest.

Your Majesty, I rested outside the city for three days, and I'm not tired at all. Zhang Youcai rushed to do all the work, leaving almost nothing for Meng E.

Where's Jing Yao? Han Ruzi suddenly remembered the eunuch.

Zhang Youcai put down the rag in his hand, Have already returned to Beijing, has your Majesty not seen him?

Jing Yao is no longer the former Central Division Supervisor, his status is too low now, and he has caught up with the Marquis Mansion to strengthen the guard, he can't come directly to see the emperor like Zhang Youcai.

Go get Jing Yao. Han Ruzi said.

Yes, Your Majesty. Zhang Youcai left in a hurry.

Meng E finished the rest of the work, and even laid the bedding on the chair against the wall.

Han Ruzi was full of thoughts and had to say something, so he opened his mouth and said, Wang Jianhuo of Luoyang has something to say that inspires me a lot.

Um.

He said that he was in the quagmire. If I wanted to find something in the quagmire, he could do it for me. If I wanted to get rid of the quagmire completely, he couldn't do it, so I had to choose someone else.

Meng E's reaction was still as slow as before. After thinking for a while, she said, I understand what he means, and he is right.

I did choose another person. This person has almost nothing to do with the quagmire and is trustworthy, but I made a mistake. I only choose generals, not fierce ones. Occasionally, I still need people in the quagmire.

Meng E didn't quite understand this time, Your Majesty wants to recall Wang Jianhuo?

Han Ruzi shook his head, There is more than one quagmire, and Wang Jianhuo is not the only person in the quagmire.

Yeah. Meng E couldn't understand.

You went out at night to find your brother a few days ago. Han Ruzi suddenly changed the subject.

right.

The capital is so big, you must first choose a target and then go out to find it, right?

Well, there is a Qilu club in Nancheng. My brother occasionally shows a maritime accent and hides it relatively unnoticed. There are also several Goulan, which are also frequented by Kanto people.

Goulan? Han Ruzi was taken aback.

There is no surprise. Outsiders want to hide in the capital from the government, they can only go to temples, chambers of commerce, Goulan, and casinos.

The Holy Soldier is hiding in Zong Zhengqing's house.

He was a special case, not everyone could find ministers to help, and he was betrayed in the end.

Han Ruzi still found it inconceivable that Meng E had actually been to a place like Goulan, hesitated again and again, and did not ask for details.

Jing Yao arrived first. Even though he was an old eunuch, he couldn't contain his excitement at being summoned by the emperor. Han Ruzi chatted with him a few words, but did not ask any specific questions.

Not long after, the King of the East Sea also came. He was ready to rest at home. When he heard that the emperor had summoned him, he immediately rushed over in his clothes. He ran a little hurriedly on horseback, and his face was flushed when he walked into the study.

To deal with Han Chou, we can't just rely on the rules of the court. Han Ruzi needs people who are just as treacherous as him, which is what Wang Jianhuo calls people in the quagmire.

Meng E quietly exited the study, and Han Ruzi said, Do your best to help me deal with one person.