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The greeting team waited for Zhao Junchen for more than an hour, and there was indeed a reason why Zhao Junchen deliberately delayed.

In fact, before Zhao Junchen entered the territory of Beizhili, in order to return to the capital as soon as possible, he had been traveling on horseback, and even Zuo Lanshan followed Zhao Junchen to abandon the sedan chair and change horses, which was naturally very fast.

But since entering the territory of Beizhili, Zhao Junchen suddenly said that he was physically exhausted and unwell, but he abandoned his horse and changed his sedan chair, and his progress slowed down a lot.

At this time, Zhao Dali, who was next to the sedan chair, also quickly discovered the greeting team of Zhu Hejian and others, and reported to Zhao Junchen: "Lord Zhao, there is a team in front of you, and the person at the head of the team is a young man in a leather suit, who seems to be a royal child, and there are many officials of no lower rank, who should be sent by the imperial court to greet you."

Also, the villain took a look, and then to the official road in front, there were a large number of officers and soldiers to maintain order, and the people on the official road were driven to both sides, except for the greeting team, but not a pedestrian could be seen, which was obviously also to welcome your triumphant return to Beijing...... Hehe, the imperial court really attaches importance to Lord Zhao, and it is so grand. ”

Hearing Zhao Dali's report, Zhao Junchen, who was closing his eyes and thinking in the sedan chair, couldn't help but be slightly stunned.

Zhao Junchen didn't expect that the imperial court would be so grand this time in order to welcome him back to Beijing! Before he arrived in the capital, he sent a large greeting team, and even drove away all the pedestrians on the official road!

You must know that when Zhao Junchen returned to the capital this time, he was only accompanied by a few staff and guards, instead of leading the army to return triumphantly.

If Zhao Junchen led the army back to Beijing in triumph, it would be natural for the imperial court to welcome him with a grand and vast means, because this honor was not only given to Zhao Junchen alone, but also to the soldiers of the whole army who fought bloody battles and won successive battles.

But Zhao Junchen almost returned to Beijing alone this time, and the imperial court still greeted him with such a grand gesture, and the honor was equivalent to giving Zhao Junchen a person, and the meaning contained in this was naturally completely different.

Unlike Zhao Dali's excitement and honor in his heart, Zhao Junchen's expression flashed with a hint of solemnity.

The open and secret battles in the temple are more dangerous than the fighting between the two armies on the battlefield, so Zhao Junchen has been secretly on guard since he set off to return to Beijing, and after seeing the unexpected grand welcome of the imperial court, Zhao Junchen's mood was a little uneasy, and the word "killing" immediately flashed in his heart.

"Killing" is also a very common political method, as the so-called "tree big wind", "things must be opposed", since this period of time, Zhao Junchen has enough glory and aura, and more may not be a good thing.

All this is of course infinitely beautiful and glorious, but it has also made itself the target of the public, and I am afraid that among the princes in the temple, there are already many people who are jealous.

Thinking of this, a sneer flashed at the corner of Zhao Junchen's mouth.

I don't know who this means comes from, but fortunately I still have a backhand, and I'm about to resign from my illness, otherwise this dumb loss will really have to be swallowed raw.

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All these thoughts just flashed, and Zhao Junchen's expression returned to normal in the next moment, and he ordered: "Since there are royal children and temple colleagues to greet you, you must not slack off...... Stop the team, and the pavilion wants to get out of the sedan chair to meet them. ”

With Zhao Junchen's order, the team quickly stopped, and Zhao Junchen also stepped out of the sedan chair.

After getting out of the sedan chair, Zhao Junchen immediately glanced at Zhao Dali.

Lord Zhao was originally a rough man, but after following Zhao Junchen for a while, he gradually became much smarter, and after seeing Zhao Junchen's eyes, he immediately walked to Zhao Junchen's side and reached out to support Zhao Junchen's arm, as if Zhao Junchen was no longer able to walk.

After seeing Zhao Dali's expression, Zhao Junchen nodded with satisfaction, and then turned his eyes to look at the welcoming team.

Then, Zhao Junchen's expression couldn't help but be stunned again.

At this time, the greeting team had already rushed to the fifty meters in front of Zhao Junchen, so Zhao Junchen clearly saw the identity of the person who greeted the team!

It turned out to be the Seventh Prince Zhu Hejian!

At the beginning, when Zhao Dali said that the person who greeted the leader of the team was a royal child wearing a leather suit, Zhao Junchen thought that this person was the crown prince Zhu and Yu.

After all, the crown princes, princes, princes, princes and other people of the Ming Dynasty wore leather robes, red robes, red clothes, ribbons, etc., and the styles were basically the same, only the number of black lines on the collar of the middle single was somewhat different, and it was normal for Zhao Dali to be unable to distinguish the identity of the person for a while.

But Zhao Junchen never thought that the person who led the officials to greet him turned out to be the Seventh Prince Zhu Hejian!

On such an occasion and opportunity, Zhu Hejian, the seventh prince, as the center of the imperial court and the representative of Emperor Deqing, came forward to greet Zhao Junchen, who had made great achievements in war and was newly promoted to the cabinet.

"I have already received news that the situation of the crown prince Zhu Heyu during this period of time is not good, and he has been repeatedly condemned and grounded by Emperor Deqing, which can be described as a great loss of prestige, but I didn't expect things to have developed to such a point! Emperor Deqing asked Zhu Hejian to greet me on behalf of himself and the imperial court, obviously he had already made up his mind to depose and change the reserve!

…… It's a pity, I received a secret letter from Ru'er some time ago, saying that the crown prince Zhu and Yu finally reversed their stubbornness and prejudice and wanted to cooperate with me, and I once seriously considered this possibility...... But if Emperor Deqing has made up his mind, it will be irretrievable......"

While thinking in secret, Zhao Junchen, with the support of Zhao Dali, stepped towards Zhu Hejian.

At the same time, Zhu Hejian also stopped ten meters in front of Zhao Junchen, and then turned over and dismounted and walked quickly towards Zhao Junchen.

When the two approached each other, they were both in a solemn mood and vigilant in their hearts, and they were both smiling with kindness and gentleness, and they both took advantage of this opportunity to observe each other carefully.

Speaking of which, Zhao Junchen and Zhu Hejian can be regarded as "friends for a long time", and they have cooperated secretly a few times, but because Zhu Hejian's identity is a little embarrassing, and he has been hiding in his house to "recuperate", so the opportunities for the two to meet are very rare, even if there are occasional opportunities to meet and talk, they are shallow and hastily dispersed.

Today, the two can finally meet and talk in a bright and bright way, and naturally they can't help but want to observe each other in detail.

However, neither Zhao Junchen nor Zhu Hejian knew that they were not only in similar moods and behaviors at this time, but even their inner thoughts were extremely similar.

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In the past, he hid in the shadows, his identity was sensitive, and he never dared to show his true heart, and he was obviously a little restrained and cautious between his words and deeds, but now maybe he is about to go to the front of the stage, but there is more self-confidence and publicity between his hands and feet, which is probably because he is gradually unable to press his ambition...... This may be possible in the future. ”

Zhao Junchen thought secretly.

"I haven't seen him for more than three months, but the change in Zhao Junchen's temperament is extremely obvious! In the past, he was notorious and powerless, and he always deliberately suppressed his sharpness and pride, but now, perhaps because of his military exploits, his demeanor and demeanor obviously have a calmness and self-confidence, and he already disdains to hide his true temperament...... This may become a flaw in him, and he must be secretly watched! ”

Zhu Hejian thought secretly.

"Miscalculated! I didn't expect Emperor Deqing to make up his mind to depose and change the prince so easily, and he blamed himself for being too eager and short-sighted, and he was always impatient to bring down the crown prince Zhu Heyu! At present, it seems that the plan has been successful, but the new prince has become an even more tricky Zhu Hejian!

This person's character is forbearant and ruthless, and he is undoubtedly a real enemy! Alas, if I had known this, when I dealt with Zhu Heyu, I should have taken a slightly lighter approach, and if I left him for a while, Zhu Hejian would not have come to the front of the stage so easily......"

While thinking in secret, a trace of chagrin flashed in Zhao Junchen's eyes.

"What a pity! I didn't expect that it would be so easy to bring down the third brother, and I thought that if I wanted to win the position of the prince, it would definitely take a lot of time and energy, so I took the initiative to show favor to Zhao Junchen, hinted at his ambition and details, and wanted to join forces with him to deal with the third brother!

It's also that I'm too anxious! After Zhao Junchen knew my details and methods, he must be jealous and secretly take precautions! Alas, if I had known today, I shouldn't have taken the initiative to show Zhao Junchen my details, if Zhao Junchen didn't know my details, he would have no precautions, and it would naturally be much easier to deal with him in the future! ”

Thinking of this, a trace of regret flashed in Zhu Hejian's eyes.

"At the beginning, I thought he was just a sick prince, even if he was ruthless and scheming, he would not be a big problem, so I didn't deliberately suppress him, which is obviously my underestimation of him! If this person becomes an enemy, the threat is not inferior to Emperor Deqing and Zhou Shangjing! However, his personality is extreme, and it is only a matter of time before he becomes an enemy, and he will definitely not tolerate me in the future! Fortunately, I have already prepared a backhand, so let's stabilize him for now! ”

Thinking of this, Zhao Junchen's expression became more and more cordial and friendly.

"I used to underestimate Zhao Junchen, thinking that he was just an ordinary traitor who was good at financial management and flies, even if the city government was deep and his means were good, he would not be a big enemy after all, so I didn't deliberately target him! But now looking at what he has done during this time, it is obvious that I despise him! No matter what the considerations are, Zhao Junchen will inevitably be a big trouble in the future! Thankfully, I have a killer trick to deal with him, but I can't let him discover my hostility just yet. ”

While thinking about it, the smile on Zhu Hejian's face became more and more sincere.

In a way, Zhao Junchen and Zhu Hejian are also the same dog, and even their experiences are similar, so it is not a particularly strange thing that the two have similar thoughts in their hearts.

In this way, when the two of them were each pregnant with ghosts and thoughts, their footsteps did not stop, and they soon walked in front of each other.

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"He Jian received the order of his father and came here to welcome Zhao Gechen's triumphant return to Beijing! He Jian heard about Zhao Gechen's great achievements during this period of time, and it can be said that he worshiped the gate and longed for it, and he couldn't wait to rush to Shaanxi and Gansu, follow Zhao Gechen's account, and witness Zhao Gechen's great exploits with his own eyes! This time, He Jian can personally welcome Zhao Gechen back to the capital, which is even more honored! ”

After the two walked in front of each other, Zhu Hejian spoke first and took the initiative to salute, his attitude can be described as extremely humble, and even called himself "Hejian", and took the initiative to put his position under Zhao Junchen, without the slightest arrogance of becoming the prince of the prince.

After seeing Zhu Hejian's attitude, the cordiality and kindness in Zhao Junchen's expression were not inferior, and in addition to returning the salute, he also said: "His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince is really overrated, it's just luck, luck!" I thought that I would return to Beijing in a low-key manner to report to His Majesty, but I didn't expect the Seven Princes to greet him in person, and I was really flattered and honestly afraid! ”

As he spoke, Zhao Junchen looked up and asked again, "However, this kind of battle is too big, right?" After driving His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince and your colleagues, it already makes me ashamed, and there are also soldiers of the forbidden army to maintain order and clear the official road, it is inevitable that it is too much to mobilize the people, what if it disturbs the people? ”

Zhu Hejian said with a smile: "With Zhao Gechen's current merits and prestige, in order to show that the imperial court attaches importance to it, all this is a matter of course, and Zhao Gechen doesn't have to care too much." ”

Zhao Junchen glanced at Zhu Hejian deeply and asked, "So, all this is the idea of His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince?" ”

Zhu Hejian smiled and said nothing, neither refuted nor admitted, but turned his gaze to Zhao Dali's arm supporting Zhao Junchen, but his face was concerned, and he asked, "Lord Zhao is unwell?" Do you even have to be helped to walk? ”

Zhao Junchen didn't ask, just shook his head and sighed: "The life on the three sides of Shaanxi and Gansu is hard, and all kinds of military and political affairs are extremely heavy, especially during the battle against the Mongolian coalition army, I worked day and night, exhausting my heart and spirit, so after everything was settled, I quickly fell seriously ill, and I have not recovered." ”

After hearing Zhao Junchen's words, Zhu Hejian bowed to Zhao Junchen with a solemn expression, as if he really admired Zhao Junchen's actions in his heart, and said slowly: "It's really fortunate that Zhao Gechen is really suffering!" If it weren't for Zhao Gechen's luck, Shaanxi and Gansu would not have won today's victory, let alone the possibility of recovering the Hetao, the people and the court have benefited a lot, and He Jian is here to thank Zhao Gechen. ”

Zhao Junchen hurriedly dodged and said, "His Royal Highness the Seventh Prince is really too polite, I don't dare to be, I dare not be, I dare not be!" ”

At the same time, after all the officials around saw this scene, they were all amazed, thinking that Zhu Hejian took the initiative to put down the shelf and bow to Zhao Junchen to thank him, which was undoubtedly a manifestation of wisdom and sincerity, and even Zuo Lanshan next to him also cast an appreciative look at Zhu Hejian.

After seeing this scene, a trace of unhappiness flashed in Zhao Junchen's eyes.

Zhu Hejian's approach is obviously to use himself to enhance the favor of hundreds of officials.

But Zhao Junchen had other plans, and he didn't plan to deal with Zhu Hejian in this matter.

Zhu Hejian wants to kill Zhao Junchen, why doesn't Zhao Junchen want to kill Zhu Hejian?

The more forbearant the person, the more unscrupulous he will be after gaining power! If you are a hypocrite, you will never be able to pretend for the rest of your life! If you can disguise it for a lifetime, you are a true gentleman!

Zhu Hejian is obviously not a true gentleman, so sooner or later he will reveal his true colors!

The better Zhu Hejian's current performance is, the stronger the officials' good impression of him, and when he reveals his true colors in the future, he will be more disgusted and rejected by the officials, and at that time, once he falls to the ground, there will be no possibility of turning over!

Therefore, Zhao Junchen not only didn't care about Zhu Hejian's use of his own behavior, but praised Zhu Hejian a few words, and he almost wanted to describe Zhu Hejian as a perfect person.

In this way, no matter what their true thoughts are, this contact between Zhao Junchen and Zhu Hejian can be described as a harmonious atmosphere, getting along very happily, and complimenting each other constantly.

But because Emperor Deqing and the hundred officials were still waiting for Zhao Junchen to meet him in the Taihe Palace, Zhao Junchen himself was "unwell" and "difficult to persevere", so the politeness between the two did not last long.

Soon, Zhao Junchen had returned to the sedan chair, and the two teams were also merged into one place, heading towards the capital.

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The bugs finally got their minds in order.

So, starting today, the normal update will resume, the number of words in the chapters will increase, and the pace of the plot will also be accelerated.

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