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"Oh? But I don't know how His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince evaluates this official? ”

After hearing Zhao Junchen's inquiry, Qin Xi's expression became more serious, and his tone was also very sincere, and he said: "His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince has mentioned to the contemptible people many times that among the civil and military affairs of the Manchu Dynasty, he admires Lord Zhao the most, and thinks that Lord Zhao is a pillar of the country, important and indispensable. ”

On the other side, Zhao Junchen shook his head with a smile and said, "The pillar stone of the country? Indispensable? His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince is really overrated, and this official is ashamed and ashamed. ”

Qin Xi said: "Lord Zhao, why are you arrogant? Over the years, if it weren't for Lord Zhao's financial management skills, the imperial court would have been in chaos a long time ago, and even His Majesty would have struggled...... The Seventh Prince once said in person that today's Daming country, there can be no Zhou Shangjing, but there must be no Lord Zhao, if there is no Zhou Shangjing, at most the situation will be chaotic, sooner or later it will be able to return to normal, but if there is no Lord Zhao, the court will be full of thorns and difficult to move an inch. ”

Zhao Junchen still shook his head and said: "This official doesn't dare to compare with Zhou Ge Lao, if the words of the Seven Princes are spread, I'm afraid it will make people laugh." ”

Qin Xi smiled lightly, his tone was a little meaningful, and said: "The contemptible people think that these words of the Seven Princes are not wrong, whether it is the people's oil, salt, sauce and vinegar, or the emperor's governance of the country, big and small things all require silver expenses, but everyone can spend money, but the ability to make money is rare people are proficient, if you can manage the money and grain of the court in an orderly manner, both open source and reduce expenditure, people with such skills are even more rare in a hundred years." This shows the rarity of Lord Zhao. The Seventh Prince also once said that it is not easy to govern the country. There is no need for military affairs, officials, and the appeasement of the people, all of which require a large amount of silver. Therefore, any ambitious emperor needs to be assisted by a figure like Lord Zhao, otherwise it will be difficult to defend Chengdu. ”

When he said the last sentence, Qin Xi's tone was slightly heavier, as if he was emphasizing something.

Zhao Junchen was still humble, as if he didn't understand Qin Xi's hint at all, and just said, "Oh? The Seventh Prince's evaluation of this official is so high? But it made the official a little flattered. ”

Qin Xi changed his words, suddenly shook his head and sighed: "His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince attaches great importance to Lord Zhao, it can't be overstated. He has also mentioned the benefits of Lord Zhao to the prince many times, but it is a pity that the relationship between the prince and Lord Zhao is not harmonious, although the seventh prince has been persuaded many times, and the truth has been explained many times, but the prince's temperament is a little stubborn, but he does not listen to the advice of the seventh prince...... It's a pity, if His Royal Highness the Crown Prince can value Lord Zhao like the Seventh Prince, there may be a story of harmony between monarchs and ministers in the future. At that time, Lord Zhao may become the youngest cabinet chief assistant in the history of our dynasty, and Lord Zhao will only serve as the cabinet chief assistant for a longer period of time than Zhou Shangjing today......"

Between words. Qin Xi's tone became more and more meaningful, and after he finished speaking, he sighed very regretfully, as if he was very sorry.

But actually. Regarding the hostile relationship between Zhao Junchen and the crown prince Zhu Heyu, the seventh prince Zhu Hejian is definitely happy to see it. Otherwise, Zhu Hejian's chances of competing for the storage position will be greatly reduced.

Zhao Junchen also knows this, so naturally he won't believe it. just said: "It turns out that His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince has also maintained the official many times, but the official only knows the news now, but unfortunately he can't thank the Seventh Prince in person, and I ask Mr. Qin to convey the official's thanks to the Seventh Prince." ”

Qin Xi didn't say anything, just shook his head and said: "If you talk about the good story of harmony between monarchs and ministers, it should be the Duke of Qi Huan and Guan Zhong in the Spring and Autumn Period, Guan Zhong is certainly a saint with both talent and virtue, but it is also because he met Duke Qi Huan, otherwise he would not be able to show his hands and feet, it can be seen that a virtuous minister like Guan Zhong is of course very rare, but a king like Duke Qi Huan is also difficult to meet." ”

After speaking, Qin Xi looked at Zhao Junchen meaningfully, with a scrutiny in his eyes.

This time, Zhao Junchen did not continue to be humble, but his eyes were a little thoughtful.

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Qin Xi's words have a lot of hints, but the means of hinting are very clever, and people can't grasp the handle.

First of all, Zhu Hejian should have guessed Zhao Junchen's jealousy of him, so he expressed to Zhao Junchen through Qin Xi that "any ambitious emperor needs the assistance of a figure like Lord Zhao by his side, otherwise it will be difficult to defend Chengdu", and repeatedly emphasized the importance and scarcity of Zhao Junchen, implying that if Zhu Hejian can ascend the throne as emperor in the future, he will definitely continue to reuse Zhao Junchen and will never do anything to cross the river and tear down the bridge - obviously, this statement is to make Zhao Junchen feel at ease, Lay the foundation for future cooperation between the two sides.

Secondly, the metaphor between Duke Qi Huan and Guan Zhong implies that in addition to Zhu Hejian, whether it is Emperor Deqing or the crown prince Zhu Heyu, it will not be Zhao Junchen's Duke of Qi Huan, nor will he give Zhao Junchen full trust and let Zhao Junchen let go, so taking refuge in Zhu Hejian is Zhao Junchen's best choice.

In the end, naturally, he promised Zhao Junchen heavy benefits, not only promised Zhao Junchen the position of the first assistant of the cabinet, but also guaranteed that Zhao Junchen's future tenure as the first assistant of the cabinet will never be shorter than that of Zhou Shangjing......

All kinds of promises, but they are well thought out, taking into account all kinds of factors, including interests, persecution, persuasion, and temptation, although they are only a big pie, but they are enough to make people move.

Of course, for these hints, Zhao Junchen will not believe it.

After all, the promises made by politicians are always unreliable, not to mention that now they are just some hints, and they are not said by the Seventh Prince Zhu Hejian himself, so they are even more unreliable.

However, Zhao Junchen did not show his distrust, but just looked thoughtful, as if he was seriously considering, but did not give an accurate answer.

Of course, this is just a disguise and perfunctory, after all, the real purpose of Zhao Junchen's trip is to test the truth and foundation of the Seventh Prince Zhu Hejian, if he directly shows his distrust, then there is no way to continue talking.

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In addition to the disguise, Zhao Junchen seemed to be very hesitant, and said: "It's a pity that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's views are completely different from those of the Seventh Prince, and the Seven Princes can't participate in government affairs because of their identity, otherwise this official wouldn't have to walk on thin ice every day...... Speaking of which, the Seven Princes have always won the love of His Majesty, and also won the respect of the inner court, although it is a deep and simple residence, but all the courtiers who have been in contact with the Seven Princes are also full of praise for the Seven Princes, in a way, the good name of the Seven Princes is not inferior to His Royal Highness the Prince...... It's a pity, it's a pity. ”

Hearing Zhao Junchen's exclamation, Qin Xi's eyes flashed slightly, and he asked, "Oh? But I don't know what Lord Zhao is sorry for? ”

Zhao Junchen said: "It's a pity that His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince is frail and sickly, and he can be described as a jealous talent; It's a pity that His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince is in the royal family, and he was born two years late, so he can only be an idle prince in the future, and he can't display his talents...... The most regrettable thing is that His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince's character, reputation, and reputation are really good. ”

"Oh? Is it still a bad thing that His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince's conduct, reputation, and reputation are too good? ”

Qin Xi was slightly stunned and asked rhetorically.

With Qin Xi's rhetorical question, Zhao Junchen finally grasped the initiative in this conversation.

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Ps: The state is still very bad, but I still held back a chapter, and I sent it up for the time being, if it's not well written, please forgive me.

I just hope to be back tomorrow!

But regardless of whether the status can be restored or not, it will continue to be updated tomorrow!

…… (To be continued.) )