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Before inquiring about the news, Zhao Junchen first had to dispel Hong Jin's doubts and explain clearly the reasons why he was going to Emperor Deqing.

Otherwise, in the next period of time, Zhao Junchen will have to face the suspicion and spy surveillance of Jinyiwei.

Zhao Junchen has too many secret plans now, although the secrecy work is still good, and he also has the power of the West Factory to prevent one or two, but in any case, it is definitely not a good thing to be targeted by Jinyiwei.

So, Zhao Junchen turned sideways slightly, introduced Chen Zhirong beside him to Hong Jin, and said: "This Miss Chen is the second daughter of Chen You, the Duke of Jingguo, and I made an appointment with her to come to Tiger Hill yesterday to play. ”

On the other side, Chen Zhirong also guessed Zhao Junchen's thoughts, nodded cooperatively, and pulled out Chen You, the Duke of Jingguo, as circumstantial evidence, and said with a smile: "The little girl has long heard that Tiger Hill is the first scenic spot in Wuzhong, so she is very eager to come here to play. ”

As he spoke, Chen Zhirong's wonderful eyes drifted to Zhao Junchen, her cheeks were slightly red, and she looked like a little woman in love.

With Chen Zhirong testifying, and Chen You, the Duke of Jingguo, who can be cited as circumstantial evidence, Hong Jin's suspicion of Zhao Junchen in his heart has decreased a lot, thinking that Zhao Junchen really just happened to meet Emperor Deqing, after all, Tiger Hill is one of the most famous places in Suzhou, and it is also a very common thing for Zhao Junchen to meet a beautiful woman to come here to play.

Moreover, according to common sense. If Zhao Junchen really wanted to tail Emperor Deqing and spy on something, he shouldn't go out in person. Second, even if she goes out in person, she should never take Chen Zhirong, a weak woman who can't help anything.

But. Although the suspicion in his heart weakened a little, Hong Jin still asked out of caution: "It turns out that Lord Zhao only met His Majesty by chance, but after Lord Zhao saw His Majesty, not only did he not show up to greet him, but he hid in the shadows and followed him in the tail, but why?" ”

Zhao Junchen smiled bitterly and said: "Lord Hong is the commander of the Jinyi Guard, and he is well-informed, so he naturally knows the identity and origin of the woman beside His Majesty. I am afraid that she will enter the palace to be a mother in the future, and His Majesty is also kind to her, His Majesty took her to Tiger Hill to play today, and naturally he will not want anyone to disturb him, so after the official finds His Majesty's traces, he does not dare to take the liberty of appearing and spoil the scenery, otherwise it will spoil His Majesty's interest...... However, His Majesty's private visit is a big deal. In addition, the people here are chaotic, and the official has not found the forbidden guards hidden around, for fear that His Majesty will encounter any accidents, so he follows His Majesty. Secretly protect, just in case. ”

After a pause, Zhao Junchen hesitated for a moment and then added, "Of course." If Your Majesty encounters any trivial things during the micro-service, I will be a courtier. It is also supposed to solve problems for His Majesty. ”

After hearing Zhao Junchen's explanation, Hong Jin nodded clearly.

Zhao Junchen's words were vague. But Hong Jin, as a member of officialdom, also guessed Zhao Junchen's "true intentions".

It's nothing more than that after meeting Emperor Deqing, Zhao Junchen wanted to take the opportunity to curry favor and show loyalty, and more than eighty percent of the officials in the court would have a similar psychology after encountering such a situation.

In this way, Hong Jin's suspicion of Zhao Junchen was dispelled by most, and his complexion eased a lot.

"I see, I understand." Hong Jin said slowly: "However, today's matter, the official still has to report it to His Majesty afterwards, and I dare not hide it, and I hope Lord Zhao will understand one or two." ”

Zhao Junchen looked frank and said: "This is natural, and this official has never thought of hiding it from His Majesty. ”

After speaking, Zhao Junchen seemed to think of something, and suddenly glanced at Chen Zhirong.

Then, Chen Zhirong also made a confession and turned around and walked into the distance.

For a while, only Zhao Junchen and Hong Jin were left around.

Then, Zhao Junchen said with a hint of flattery: "Speaking of which, Lord Hong and I are both close ministers around His Majesty, but we have never had the opportunity to get close, which is really a pity. ”

Hong Jin can also be regarded as an old fritter in the officialdom, and when he saw Zhao Junchen suddenly making friends with him, he knew that Zhao Junchen would have something to ask for.

However, considering that Zhao Junchen is now in the limelight, and he is the second only powerful minister in the court to several elders, Hong Jin is not willing to offend Zhao Junchen for no reason, so he also changed his smile and said: "Yes, Lord Zhao has always been busy with court affairs, and this official has always served His Majesty, and there is not much intersection...... However, for Lord Zhao, the official has always admired him, and if he can get close to one or two, the official can't ask for it. ”

Seeing that Hong Jin did not respect himself, Zhao Junchen showed a happy look, and after taking the opportunity to compliment Hong Jin a few words, he suddenly said: "Speaking of which, although I am also a close minister of His Majesty, but compared with Lord Hong, the holy family is much worse after all, there are many things, Your Majesty will not hide from Lord Hong, but will only hint to me a few words, and do not say it explicitly, in this way, the official has the intention to contribute to His Majesty, but he doesn't know how to do it, if Lord Hong finds any opportunities to make meritorious contributions next, I hope to help one or two, and this official will have a good reward in the future! ”

Obviously, Zhao Junchen was hinting at the fighting methods between Emperor Deqing and Zhou Shangjing.

Now, the game between Emperor Deqing and Zhou Shangjing is about to turn from dark to light, on the surface, Emperor Deqing's chances of winning are also greater, at this time, Zhao Junchen is eager to participate in the entry, to help Emperor Deqing defeat Zhou Shangjing, establish some merits, increase some saints, it is also a matter of course.

Therefore, Hong Jin did not doubt Zhao Junchen's performance, nor did he find out Zhao Junchen's intention to inquire about the news, thinking that Zhao Junchen just wanted political speculation.

In fact, after hearing Zhao Junchen's humble request, Hong Jin's face also flashed a hint of triumph.

Indeed, in the eyes of outsiders, Zhao Junchen can also be regarded as Emperor Deqing's favorite minister, but Emperor Deqing's favor for Zhao Junchen is only because of Zhao Junchen's financial management skills and whiskers.

For example, this time, the game between Emperor Deqing and Zhou Shangjing, from the early layout to the implementation plan, Hong Jin and others participated in it from beginning to end, and Emperor Deqing did not hide anything from them; In comparison, Zhao Junchen was much more marginalized, and it was not until the overall situation was decided that he got a few hints from Emperor Deqing, and the difference between intimacy and alienation was clear at a glance.

Therefore, after hearing Zhao Junchen's request, Hong Jin was indeed a little proud - don't look at you in the limelight, but in the eyes of His Majesty, after all, I Hong Jin has more trust.

However, in addition to being proud, in the face of Zhao Junchen's request, Hong Jin couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed.

Zhao Junchen asked himself so humbly, if he refused Zhao Junchen's request, Zhao Junchen would inevitably be annoyed and angry, and he might not be able to usher in Zhao Junchen's revenge in the future, but if he agreed to Zhao Junchen's request, although he could befriend Zhao Junchen, Emperor Deqing's plan would also leak out, and something might happen at that time.

After hesitating for a moment, seeing Zhao Junchen staring at him directly, his eyes were full of anticipation, Hong Jin secretly gritted his teeth, and finally said: "Speaking of which, Lord Zhao is not only a close minister of His Majesty, but also serves as the supervisor of the West Factory, and is not an outsider. ”

Zhao Junchen looked even more happy and said, "I would like to hear about it." ”

Then, Hong Jin whispered something to Zhao Junchen, the specific content is unknown, and after finishing speaking, Hong Jin left quickly.

And Zhao Junchen stood in place, but his face was uncertain.

Although Hong Jin did not reveal much news, Zhao Junchen still deduced many things.

Then, Zhao Junchen found that although Zhou Shangjing was scheming, Emperor Deqing's scheming should not be underestimated!

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…… (To be continued.) )