With Princess Changle's praise and praise, Emperor Sima Zhou became interested in Shen Ning.

Then, Sima Zhou asked Princess Changle to have a good rest, he left the room and did not return to the palace, but asked Xu Chongzhi to send someone to investigate Shen Ning.

didn't wait too long, Shen Ning's basic information was learned by Sima Zhou.

"He was recognized by Meng Daru and Xun Qing and countless Confucians, and praised as the leader of Confucianism and Taoism in the future!"

"Establish a heart for heaven and earth, establish a life for the people, continue to learn for the saints, and open peace for all generations! Well said! This is indeed the backbone of only readers! ”

"Not only is he strong in martial arts, but also resourceful, Wang Xiao and Sima Jian's conspiracy was discovered by him!"

"His own uncle is really Li Yuanxiao, and he sacrificed his life to save Sima Haiyun, so he won the trust of the Southeast Palace! In a few years, he will be a fierce general! ”

"This person is only eighteen years old, and he is exactly the talent I need!"

Sima Zhou was pleasantly surprised after reading the information, and then asked Xu Chongzhi: "Chongzhi, what do you think?" ”

Although Xu Chongzhi is a eunuch, he is Sima Zhou's most trusted person, he has long been involved in government affairs, and he also helped Sima Zhou approve the red, so it can be said that his status is equivalent to that of the internal minister.

"Your Majesty, the life span of the king of the southeast is not long, and the position of king will inevitably pass to Sima Haiyun in the future. And Sima Haiyun's ability is too far worse than that of the Southeast King, and he will inevitably pay attention to this Shen Ning when the time comes. If Shen Ning has no two hearts and is willing to serve the imperial court, with him, Xuzhou will be in the hands of the imperial court. Xu Chong said straightly.

Sima Zhou nodded and said, "Your thoughts coincide with mine!" However, the degree of loyalty of this son will still be tested, and you will test it for me. ”

"The slave understands." Xu Chong replied directly.

Immediately afterwards, Sima Zhou frowned, and couldn't help but say: "When Changle talked about this Shen Ning just now, his eyebrows and eyes were full of joy from the heart. Back then, despite Changle's opposition, I forced her to marry Yang Jian, causing her to ignore me for a year or two, I had seen her cry sadly in front of the deceased queen's spiritual seat, hey, wronged her. I understand her thoughts, but there must be no problems with her and Yang Jian's family affairs. However, as long as Princess Changle likes it, as long as she is happy, I can turn a blind eye to other things. ”

"Your Majesty has good intentions, and Her Royal Highness will definitely understand. Since Her Royal Highness the princess values Shen Ning, the slave maid also tested Shen Ning's attitude by the way. Xu Chong replied directly.

Sima Zhou nodded and said with a smile: "It's still Chong Zhi who knows me best!" ”

After that, Sima Zhou drove back to the palace.

And Xu Chongzhi went to Shen Ning's room where he was resting.

Shen Ning's injuries had been bandaged and he was resting, when he suddenly saw an old eunuch wearing eunuch clothes walk in, Shen Ning hurriedly got up and bowed: "Father-in-law is polite!" ”

Xu Chongzhi saw Shen Ning's appearance and nodded secretly, so handsome, no wonder Her Royal Highness the princess likes it.

"Our Xu Chongzhi, have you heard of it?" Xu Chong said straightly.

Shen Ning pretended to be excited, and said excitedly: "Father-in-law is Xu Neixiang?" ”

Xu Chong was stunned, he didn't expect Shen Ning to call himself like this.

He was fifty-eight years old, only two years younger than Emperor Sima Zhou, he entered the palace to take care of Emperor Sima Zhou from a very young age, followed him for decades, and can be said to be the person who knew Sima Zhou best.

And he is smart, cautious, and comfortable in accompanying the king like a tiger, and has won the trust of Sima Zhou, not only serving as the master of ceremonies and supervising the palm seal, in charge of the red position, but also responsible for the tiger guard, becoming an internal official who can intervene in the government and politics, and is the first person around the emperor.

Therefore, many people privately call him the Prime Minister, and he is as famous as the Foreign Minister Dong Ru.

"Shen Gongzi, be cautious! Our family is not an insider! Xu Chong replied straightly.

Shen Ning said with a smile: "I have heard the name of Father-in-law Xu for a long time, and I have admired it for a long time. My father-in-law has the talent to support the society, so His Majesty is so important. The slave maid once heard that the father-in-law was a young man, and he was good at studying, self-reliant, tenacious and ambitious. Later, although he entered the palace, it was difficult to implement his ambitions, but his pride was hidden in his heart, and he never forgot his ambitions. Serve His Majesty's side, do your best, and do everything respectfully.

He also accompanied the army to supervise the army to destroy foreign enemies, and the gods were impressive and mighty outside the frontier. Now he is in charge of the celebrant and the earth tiger guard, and he has a heavy responsibility to support the Great Jin.

The ancients said that those who have the heart of a benevolent man and a gentleman may not have the talent of heroes and heroes; Those who have heroes and heroes may not have the festival of loyal ministers and righteous men; All three are difficult for the world. The one who is complete, only Xu Gonggong is also! So Gonggong Xu deserves the position of inner minister! ”

Sycophants are definitely a science, and Shen Ning, who has done his homework, is naturally proficient in this subject.

Xu Chongzhi is very smart, otherwise he wouldn't be able to do his current position, but he also has a shortcoming, that is, he likes to listen to good words. He had six sons, all of whom were seated on horseback by their whiskers.

Before Shen Ning's action, he naturally calculated all the details with Meng Xingchen, and calculated that Xu Chongzhi might come to see Shen Ning, so Shen Ning specifically checked Xu Chongzhi's past, and then praised him without hesitation, and went crazy.

The effect is obvious, look at Xu Chongzhi, smiling from ear to ear.

"You actually know what happened to our family when we were young, it seems that you don't talk about it, you really respect our family, it's good, it's good. But many people say that our family is a traitor, a traitor next to His Majesty, what do you think? Xu Chongzhi asked.

Shen Ning said angrily: "Their words are jealousy! Heaven descends on the people, must first suffer their minds, strain their muscles and bones, starve their bodies and skin, father-in-law suffered at a young age, and is not allowed to enter the palace. But he is disabled and strong-willed, so he has the status of Kuang Fu Dajin now. But what about the others? Relying on the family status, he is so ambitious and incapacitated, and he is naturally jealous of his father-in-law's achievements. Looking at the whole world, aren't all those who attack your father-in-law this kind of person? Not being envied is mediocrity, and the father-in-law doesn't have to pay attention to them. The merits of the father-in-law are left to time, and future generations will know for themselves. ”

Xu Chongzhi was not a disciple of the family, just an ordinary poor family, so Shen Ning's words immediately resonated with him.

Those who scolded him were all powerful families, they were jealous, and they felt that they had climbed on their heads, so they were jealous!

"Not being envied is mediocrity! That's a wonderful statement, a wonderful one! Xu Chongzhi praised in surprise, and looked at Shen Ning more and more.

However, Xu Chongzhi did not forget the purpose of this trip, he asked: "Shen Ning, you are kind to save the princess today, are you willing to stay in the imperial capital and not return to Xuzhou?" ”

"Willing to do it! The ambition of this life is to serve the imperial court, to annihilate foreign enemies in the future, and to avenge the countless tragic deaths of the people at the border. It's a pity that his humble status is low, so he can only be in Xuzhou, relying on his uncle's relationship and mixing up with the position of military master. Shen Ning was pleasantly surprised, and responded with a fist.

Xu Chongzhi nodded.

Without the slightest hesitation, Shen Ning was willing to give up Xuzhou and come to the imperial capital, which shows that he did not have much enthusiasm for Xuzhou.

"Are you really willing to give up the position of military lord in Xuzhou? I heard that the prince of the southeast has a lot of trust in you, and it is possible that he will be reused by him in the future, like your uncle, in charge of Xuzhou soldiers and horses! Xu Chong said with a straight smile.

Shen Ning replied: "My father-in-law also said that it is the future." What will happen in the future, who dares to guarantee now, the lowly position does not mean that the prince of the southeast is not good, but the good birds choose the trees to perch, the stage of Xuzhou is too small, and once the southeast palace does something wrong in the future, the lowly position will also be implicated. When people go to high places, they must be self-aware! My uncle is still a fourth-rank military general, and it is estimated that he has been like this for the rest of his life. I don't want to be like him, my humble dream is to bring peace to the world! ”

His tone was solemn and sincere.

Xu Chongzhi was persuaded by him and understood that Shen Ning was a smart person, and a smart person would make the most correct choice.

"Shen Gongzi, you saved the princess this time, and the princess is full of praise for you!" Xu Chong said straightly.

Shen Ning's eyes became eager, and he replied: "I am willing to go to Tang for Her Royal Highness the princess, and I will not give up." ”

"Does Shen Gongzi think Princess Changle is beautiful?" Xu Chongzhi continued.

Shen Ning licked his lips and said respectfully: "The princess is like a fairy descending to earth, but she is the most beautiful person she has ever seen. ”

Xu Chongzhi smiled, he had already got what he wanted to ask, and finally said: "Shen Gongzi have a good rest, and our family will return to the palace to resume work." Shen Gongzi's civil and military skills will definitely be reused by the imperial court, rest assured. ”

Shen Ning gave his hand again and sent him away before returning to the room.

Rubbing his face vigorously, Shen Ning sighed with emotion: "Thanks to my good acting skills!" Next, it's up to you to see the results. ”

After Xu Chongzhi returned to the palace, he told the emperor in detail about the situation.

Sima Zhou said with a smile: "My princess is a fairy, beautiful and moving, and it is normal for this son to love her." And this son not only has vision, but also knows how to judge the situation, understands that it is difficult to rise in Xuzhou, and is willing to be loyal to the imperial court... It's a pity that I abandon such a good chess piece. By the way, Chongzhi, let you worsen the relationship between the eight kings, have you already acted? Also, What are the Eight Kings plotting? ”

Xu Chongzhi immediately knelt on the ground and replied in fear: "Please punish Your Majesty!" The slave sent someone to investigate the content of the Eight Kings' conspiracy, but unfortunately the other party was too cautious, and only they knew what they were talking about, so they did not find out the Eight Kings' conspiracy. And the eight kings are very cautious, and they are heavily guarded, and they have not yet found a feasible way to worsen the contradictions between them, and ask Your Majesty to punish them! ”

"Hmph... What the hell are these eight bastards! Sima Zhou said angrily.

At this time, Xu Chongzhi suggested: "Your Majesty, since Shen Ning is worth reusing, and he is now deeply valued by the prince of the southeast, why don't you hand over this matter to him?" Also look at his faithfulness. ”

Sima Zhou's eyes lit up, and he said in surprise: "Yes, it is most appropriate to leave this matter to him." If he can find out, it shows his loyalty, and since he saved Changle, I will reward him heavily, so that he can rest assured and better listen to my dispatch. Chongzhi, this matter is handed over to you, you go and arrange him! ”

"The slave understands." Xu Chongzhi nodded.

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At this time, Shen Ning was not idle, and just sent away Yang Jian, who looked guilty. He thinks that the princess and Shen Ning are injured, and it is his responsibility.

In order to make up for his mistakes, Yang Jian left the princess's mansion and prepared to destroy the Black Tiger Gang.

Shen Ning got up to find Princess Changle, and then Shen Ning was going to investigate his mother's situation.