The news that Rong Zhao had returned to the Imperial City alive spread quickly. There was a scene of joy and sadness in the court, and the joy was naturally Feng Wumo and a group of officials who had not yet stood in line, but were already ready to stand in line. The one who is worried is the princelings headed by Zuo Yan.

As the saying goes, the people's eyes are bright, Rong Zhao has been in control of floods in recent years, and the most contact is with the local people.

In today's land of Henan, the name Rong Zhao is already thunderous to the people, like reborn parents. Jingzhou and Yuzhou are already Rong Zhao's territory.

On the other hand, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, in fact, the name is also well-known, but it is the name of waste wood.

The official family is now over half a hundred years old, and only these two children can take on the big responsibilities under their knees, and anyone with a discerning eye can see who the throne is in the future. But there are people who are determined that my life is up to me, and they insist on being a demon.

Above the court

The official family has been smiling since the early dynasty, and the corners of his mouth are crooked to the back of his head, and even Gu Cheng is playing Tai Chi with him, he feels that he is still in a good mood.

But Zuo Yan was different, from the moment he saw Rong Zhao standing there safe and sound, he scolded in his heart. This kid is really big, and the people sent to assassinate, whether it is his own people or specially bought assassins, are not a small number of times, and he is still alive.

Feng Wumo looked down on all living beings and said, "This time, Zhao'er has done a lot of work in controlling the water. My Zhao'er has grown up, and she can share my worries, this is my luck, and it is also my good luck! ”

A group of ministers also hurriedly shouted: "His Royal Highness Rong Zhaoer is a blessing for my country." ”

Rong Zhao smiled warmly, neither humble nor arrogant: "My father has a good reputation, and my son's ministers can have such merits, thanks to the fact that the adults have done a lot of things in private." Especially in the Ministry of Industry, Lord Zhao really helped Erchen a lot. Erchen didn't have time to thank Lord Zhao properly. ”

Rong Zhao smiled and glanced at Zhao Yuquan, the secretary of the Ministry of Industry. Zhao Yuquan, who was caught by Rong Zhao, instantly stood on end, because he received not only Rong Zhao's gaze, but also Zuo Yan's. It was as if he was questioning why he had temporarily defected.

However, the sky can be seen, he was wronged, he really didn't give Rong Zhaoxing convenience. Not only is it not convenient, but there are also a lot of stumbling blocks, God knows why he said that.

When he got down, he had to explain clearly.

Feng Wumo glanced at Zhao Yuquan, and understood the meaning of Rong Zhao's words, but this was what he was happy to do at the moment. Zuo Yan is already too powerful, it is time to cut it, and it is better to give it to Rong Zhao.

"It's Zhao'er who is too modest." Feng Wumo said, "I have always had clear rewards and punishments, and Zhao'er should be rewarded for his merits." What could you want? ”

Rong Zhao was indifferent to the wind, lowered his head slightly, and said: "Rong Zhao's good life today is because of his father's love, Rong Zhao doesn't dare to ask for too much, he only hopes to share it for his father in the future." ”

It is better to give him the throne.

Feng Wumo nodded with satisfaction: "The rest of the matters will be handed over to the Ministry of Industry, Zhao'er is tired, so let's rest more." ”

"Yes, Father."

Neither father nor son mentioned the halfway assassination, but they both knew it. It's just that it's definitely not a good time to bring it up now.

After getting off the court, Zuo Yan immediately stopped Zhao Yuquan.

Zuo Yan said angrily: "Lord Zhao is a good means, I still think about the pot when I eat the bowl." When you're old, you don't want to have a face? ”

Zhao Yuquan wiped the sweat from the corners of his forehead, and hurriedly said: "Lord Yushi, you really wronged me, I really didn't make it convenient for the Second Highness, and I should be deducted." Didn't I give you the money I received? ”

Zuo Yanhu was suspicious: "What do the words on the Rong Zhao Hall mean, I deliberately failed to do it for you." He's so kind? ”

Zhao Yuquan slapped his hands and spread them: "Qingtian can be seen, I definitely didn't lie to you, we are all grasshoppers on a rope, why should I do such a thankless thing." ”

Zuo Yan obviously didn't believe it: "Not flattering? I think Rong Zhao treats you well, and the hall openly asks for credit for you. I think Lord Zhao is going to stand in line again. ”

"I don't..."

Rong Zhao came out of the main hall, saw the two people who were talking from a distance, hooked the corners of his mouth, quickened his steps, and shouted, "Eh, Lord Zhao." ”

Zhao Yuquan was stunned, and Zuo Yan next to him raised his eyebrows to look at him, just ask for credit, and find it in private, not to stand in line again.

Both of them looked back at Rong Zhao and saluted, "Second Highness." ”

"Lord Zhao, ah, Lord Yushi is also there." Rong Zhao's expression seemed to be a little embarrassed, "This palace has something to discuss with Lord Zhao, I don't know if Lord Yushi can..."

It's all said like this, it's clear that he's driving people away.

Do you have something to discuss behind your back?

Heh, Zuo Yan snorted, flicked his sleeves and left. Count him unlucky, he fought with Gu Cheng and Liu Fangzheng for so many years without results, and finally folded here in Rong Zhao, it was he who underestimated the enemy.

Zhao Yuquan clenched his fists towards Rong Zhao: "Your Highness called the minister, but is there something wrong?" ”

Rong Zhao was silent, just smiled at Zhao Yuquan warmly, and the laughing Zhao Yuquan was covered in sweat and hair stood upside down, and he didn't dare to wipe the sweat on his forehead.

"Your Highness... If you're all right, you'll be fine..."

"Lord Zhao and Lord Yushi have a good relationship."

Zhao Yuquan pretended to be calm and said: "They are all colleagues, and the relationship is not good or bad." ”

"Oh?" Rong Zhao narrowed his eyes, "What Lord Zhao means is that the part of the money that the official family gave to Henan for disaster relief did not go into the pocket of Lord Yushi. ”

Hearing this, Zhao Yuquan was directly frightened and his legs were weak, and his legs trembled and he wanted to kneel down for Rong Zhao. Rong Zhao quickly held the person in his hands and said, "There are so many people, does Lord Zhao want to kneel down and confess his guilt in public right now?" ”

Zhao Yuquan's heart really jumped up and down several times between these few words, and now he just wants to find An Sheng: "Your Highness has something to say, let's just say it... The old minister is old, and he really can't stand the fright. ”

Rong Zhao said: "Lord Zhao still doesn't understand. Just now in the main hall, the palace can also directly inform the official family that the Ministry of Industry has deducted the disaster silver, so that the flood has dragged on for so long. But this palace didn't, and even, this palace invited credit for you. ”

"Yes, yes, yes." Zhao Yuquan wiped the cold sweat from the corners of his forehead with his wide sleeves, "Your Highness Xie spared the life of the minister, and the minister should be..."

"The reason why this palace is doing this, I guess Lord Zhao has thought it through." Rong Zhao patted Zhao Yuquan on the shoulder, "In the future, Lord Zhao and who are the grasshoppers on the same rope should know in their hearts." ”

Zhao Yuquan hurriedly nodded yes.

Rong Zhao said with satisfaction: "In the future, some things may have to rely on Lord Zhao to help me a lot, and this palace will go back first." There is Lord Lao Zhao. ”

"Don't dare, don't dare, Your Highness go slowly."

After Zhao Yuquan bowed his head and sent Rong Zhao away, he dared to stand up straight, and breathed a long sigh of relief, but he was clumsy before, and felt that a prince who had lived outside for more than ten years before picking it up, how could he fight Zuo Yan, who had been an official for decades.

Looking at it now, this strong wind is afraid that the sky is about to change.

Rong Zhao returned to his Lingxiao Palace, and felt a little happy for a while, seven years to break Zuo Yan's arm, and change his status more and more like the sky, it is really cost-effective.

But he can't share such happiness with others.

In Jingzhou for all these years, there is only Zheng Cheng by his side, Zheng Cheng is a little stubborn, he may know but does not approve of the things that Rong Zhao does in private, and he always has to say a few words in Rong Zhao's ear when he gets the opportunity, like an old father.

But when he returned to the imperial city, this man had no chance to whisper in his ear.

I miss it a little.

Rong Zhao began to understand what it means to be cold in a high place. When people are in a high position, there must always be trade-offs, and they must always learn to digest their emotions.

Xiao Nianzi looked at Rong Zhao in a daze in front of the bookcase, and asked, "Your Highness is not happy?" ”

Rong Zhao looked at him: "This palace is happy, why is this palace unhappy." It's just that no one can share this happiness with Hongu. ”

Xiao Nianzi said: "Your Highness's palace is indeed a little deserted, Your Highness has not lived in the palace for many years, and there are no people to serve in the Internal Affairs Office." But now that His Royal Highness has returned, the servants of Gai Ming'er went to talk to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. ”

Rong Zhao said: "No need, this palace likes to be quiet." ”

"Then I will pick a few sensible personal servants for His Highness. In the palace of His Royal Highness the Prince, there are a lot of beauties alone. ”

Rong Zhao's face flushed, and he waved his hand hurriedly: "You don't have to." That's fine. ”

If he has time to spoil the beauty, he might as well go to his own stupid rabbit.