The monarch and his ministers did not wander around the courtyard for a long time, but it was only the time for a stick of incense. The content of the conversation turned to other poems and songs,

In the end, the little emperor asked Shui Ding to send Song Zheng out of the palace.

Song Zheng has a good relationship with Shui Ding and has always gotten along well. It's not like he and the money cabinet, who keep an eye on each other. Therefore, Song Zheng can also talk to him. Song Zheng called him "Brother Shui", but Shui Ding adhered to his duty and kept calling Song Zheng "General Song".

"Brother Shui, why didn't you see the little nobleman, did he make the saint angry, and was punished by the saint to think about it?" Song Zheng asked in a joking tone in a low voice.

"That's not it, the little noble son went out of the palace to do business today."

"Oh, it must be some of the minions who didn't serve well and provoked the saint. When I saw the Holy One today, I was shocked, and I was so frightened by that look in my eyes that I trembled. ”

"No, it's ...... Alas! Shui Ding sighed lightly.

Seeing that Shui Ding was reluctant to say, Song Zheng didn't dare to ask, after all, royal affairs can't be inquired about casually, so Song Zheng cleverly changed the topic and told jokes. This joke was widely spread in later generations, that is, the famous sentence "The bald donkey dares to rob the master with the poor road." ”

Great eunuchs, although inhumane, are extremely lustful. Of course, Song Zheng won't talk about things that are too explicit, but this kind of side-rubbing joke has the effect of adjusting the atmosphere.

After Shui Ding covered his mouth and smiled, he glanced at Song Zheng suspiciously. After a while, Shui Ding whispered a little pointedly, "It's a pity that in our Daqi, the Taoist priest didn't see the monk so domineering. ”

It's just this sentence that made Song Zheng realize. Could it be that the little emperor's anger has something to do with Di Fei's old bald donkey? However, that old bald donkey is now busy building the Academy, so he shouldn't have a chance to provoke the little emperor?

A few days ago, Song Zheng discussed strategies with the little emperor, and did not agree with the Empress Dowager Huang Jiao's opinion on restoring Honglu Temple, but proposed the Institute of Teaching. Originally, Song Zheng thought that Huang Jiao would discuss with the little emperor about this matter, but he didn't expect Huang Jiao to quickly agree with the little emperor's opinion, which surprised Song Zheng. Huang Jiao only changed the conditions, that is, the relevant regulations will no longer be solicited for opinions, but the Ministry of Rites and the monks of Gyeonggi Province will consult and come up with a mature text in a short time.

After careful consideration, Song Zheng realized that Di Fei couldn't wait and urgently needed to expand his power. As an outsider, with only his identity as a ** teacher, and only one Hongjue Temple to rely on, it is difficult to gather a big force in a short period of time. Therefore, it is imperative to establish and incorporate the Polytechnic Institute as soon as possible.

However, if there is only one academy, it should not make the little emperor so angry. After all, the little emperor and himself have already agreed on a strategy, and they should not be afraid of making waves. And Shui Ding's words just now obviously mean something, so it must be something else that has provoked the little emperor.

What is it? Song Zheng couldn't figure it out.

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Today is the time when the Zhenzi team is on duty, when Song Zheng arrived at the palace gate, Qin Shan, the captain of the personal guard, stepped forward with twenty forbidden soldiers and asked Song Zheng about his arrangements. During this period of time, Song Zheng went out of the palace several times when he was on duty, of course, this was allowed by the little emperor. Therefore, Qin Shan has this question.

Song Zheng thought for a moment, then shook his head. Seeing that it is about to be the time of the handover, there is no need to leave an hour early, so as not to give people the impression of being rampant.

As soon as he entered the Imperial City Si Yamen, Yao Yukun smiled and said, "Xiaolang, I haven't seen you for a few days, I miss my brother." ”

"My little brother also misses my brother, how can I say it, I don't see you for a day, like every other autumn!" Song Zheng laughed and joked. He and Yao Yukun often partner and have a very familiar relationship.

"Xiaolang Yushu is in the wind, he is the Su family among the men, and Xiaolang is missing, my brother is so honored." Yao Yukun also smiled and accepted the offer.

After some jokes, Yao Yukun said as if unintentionally, "It seems that the saint is quite interested in martial arts, and he has practiced so late!" ”

"Yes, the saint has been practicing martial arts and has good talents, and over time, his kung fu will go to the next level." Song Zheng replied, but he still glanced at Yao Yukun a little strangely. Yao Yukun is extremely cautious, especially as the commander of the forbidden army's cadre team, Yao Yukun is known for his old and serious attitude. When everyone gets along, they rarely talk about royal affairs. For the forbidden army, this is a big taboo. Yao Yukun actually mentioned the saint, which was indeed unexpected by Song Zheng.

"Hehe, my brother envy you. You are the same age as the Holy One, and you have been summoned by the Holy One many times. Lao Zhao is also a teacher in Miyagi, and the number of times he has seen the saint is only a handful. Yesterday, Lao Zhao also said that he wanted you to invite a big one. ”

The old brother laughed. When you turn around, you tell Brother Zhao, you can choose any place, listen to the little song as you like, and I'll treat you. Song Zheng patted his chest and said. In the past six months, Song Zheng's holy family has been quite long, and he naturally attracts people's jealousy. Song Zheng also knew this, so every once in a while, Song Zheng would invite him to go out for a drink with Zhao Dongchang, Xiao Zhanji and others, or listen to Su Chan's wonderful songs together. The others knew this and didn't show much. It's the first time that a sour taste has been so clearly expressed today. Although Yao Yukun said that it was Zhao Dongchang's meaning, however, Song Zheng didn't know that Yao Yukun was also jealous of himself.

For Song Zheng himself, there is no idea of competing for favor at all. But he also didn't want people to stumble behind his back. Therefore, Song Zheng made up his mind that he would have the opportunity to talk to the little emperor about whether he would also meet other teachings. In the past six months, it seems that the little emperor has only summoned Song Zheng alone, and Yao Yukun and others have not even had the opportunity to enter the inner palace.

After chatting for a while, Song Zheng went out and patrolled around the palace for half a circle, and it was time for the handover.

After the smooth handover, Qin Shan took twenty personal guards and sent Song Zheng back to his house. Song Zheng did not refuse, he gradually entered the whirlpool of political struggle, and he still had to pay attention to safety. No matter how high Song Zheng thinks of himself, he will not be so stupid as to think that he is invincible in the world and fights thousands of armies.

Not accustomed to riding horses at night, Song Zheng, like the rest of the Praetorian Guards, was on foot. Walking at night, the speed is unconsciously faster. In less than half an hour, Song Zheng returned home. Qin Shan and the others arranged for twenty forbidden soldiers to take turns to rest at night, and Song Zheng didn't need to worry about it.

As soon as he walked to his room, Ming'er's voice came from the door next to him, "Xiaolang! ”

"Ming'er? Why don't you sleep yet? ”

"Isn't this waiting for you?" As the door opened, a slightly languid voice came.

"Hey, Sister Li, why are you here?" Song Zheng was surprised and delighted, who was that person not Li Hongniang!

Ming'er and Se'er hugged Li Hongniang and entered Song Zheng's room together. Ming'er lit the lamp, and the room became bright.

"Sister Li, your face is getting more and more delicate." Song Zheng spoke, reaching out to touch Li Hongniang's face. was opened by Li Hongniang with one hand, "It's getting more and more unruly, don't sit down quickly!" ”

Li Hongniang's face was delicate and red, as if she was disgusted and happy. Although she is spicy, she is still ashamed to be so close to Song Zheng in front of Ming'er and Se'er.

After laughing a few words, Song Zheng felt that spring was budding. Late at night, dim lights, glamorous women, and an ambiguous atmosphere, Song Zheng had the idea of merging with the three girls immediately. I know it's impossible, but just thinking about it is exciting enough.

Seeing that Song Zheng was about to talk nonsense, Li Hongniang suddenly said, "Xiaolang, is there a man named Ding Long under you?" ”

"Well, what? Why did Sister Li ask about him? Song Zheng said curiously. Ding Long and other twenty people, after their own strict training, their combat power is extraordinary, which can be described as Song Zheng's core strength. Among them, Ding Long, Cai Yong, Qin Yi and others are the most valued by Song Zheng. Of course, after collecting these people, Song Zheng asked Li Hongniang to try to touch the bottom of these people. Judging from the news obtained by Li Hongniang, nothing unusual was found. Therefore, Song Zheng also put his mind at ease, and the next step is to reuse them.

"That's right, Hu Qiang reported to me that he found out that the one named Ding Long had entered the Guogong Mansion two days ago."

"What?" Song Zheng stood up suddenly, his face changed greatly, "Will you admit your mistake?" ”

Li Hongniang was taken aback by Song Zheng, patted her plump breasts, and said, "Hu Qiang shouldn't recognize the wrong person." Hu Qiang had seen Ding Long enter the Guogong Mansion once before, but he didn't see it clearly, so he didn't report it. But this time, Hu Qiang saw it clearly, Ding Long entered the Guogong Mansion through the back door. ”

The original investigation of Ding Long and others was Song Zheng's personal matter, and Li Hongniang did not dare to appoint others, but asked Hu Qiang and Zhu Jian to do it. Since Hu Qiang can see it clearly, there must be no reason to recognize the wrong person.

Song Zheng's face was gloomy, and a few words burst out from between his teeth, "Why is it the Guogong Mansion again?" ”

Li Hongniang and Ming'er looked at each other, not understanding why Song Zheng said the word "again". Song Zheng's heart was overturned, because just yesterday, Song Zheng had heard the words "Guogong Mansion" in the palace of Xiaojuni.

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Yesterday, Song Zheng went to the prince to present the blessing of the longevity gun. He was surprised at first, then tried it, and was immediately overjoyed, and enjoyed two small pieces of cooked opium in succession. There were two main ways to take opium, one was to make tea directly from poppy husks, which was the "wonderful tea" that Song Zheng had drunk. The other is to dry and grind opium and drink it with other analgesic and health care herbal soups. Either way, it doesn't taste good. Because it is raw opium, it has a little ammonia smell, or stale urine. And Song Zhengjin's big smoking gun is smoking cooked opium, and for Xiao Juni, the aroma is wonderful.

Originally, Song Zheng still had doubts. Ming'er once said that Xiao Hui once offered a hibiscus to the former emperor Gaozong, which made Gaozong gradually crazy. However, Xiao Hui himself was taking it, and it seemed that there was another mystery, as if Xiao Hui himself did not know the toxicity of opium. Therefore, Song Zheng also took this offering of a large smoking gun as a temptation, if Xiao Hui gladly accepted it, it would confirm that Xiao Hui did not know that opium was a chronic poison. If you reprimand Song Zheng for his "strange skills", it proves that Xiao Hui gave a hibiscus to Gaozong Jin back then.

As a result, Xiao Hui not only accepted the big smoking gun, but also praised Song Zheng a few rare words. Of course, Xiao Hui still asked why Song Zheng thought of this method. Song Zheng excused himself by reading relevant medical books in Dajin, and carefully experimented with it, so he made a big smoking gun.

Song Zheng's statement naturally cannot be verified. Of course, in order to explain this matter thoroughly, Song Zheng also explained the source of poppy seeds: Li Hongniang wanted to plant poppies, and the poppy seeds she got from the county lord came over and planted poppies and boiled opium.

Although Song Zheng explained in detail, Xiao Hui didn't seem to care about this, just asked a few words, and then swallowed the clouds and spit out the fog, looking extremely enjoyable.

Song Zheng offered such a wonderful thing, Xiao Hui was in a good mood, and when Song Zheng withdrew, he also asked Fu Hai to send Song Zheng out of the house. Fu Hai and Song Zheng chatted as they walked. There is quite a distance from the palace to the gate of the palace, and Song Zheng also wants to be close to the prince's first confidant, so the two walk very slowly and chat for a long time. It was during this small talk that Song Zheng heard Fu Hai say something that surprised him greatly.

Fu Hai said that Ah Furong is really a good thing. When the prince got A Hibiscus, Zeng Jin dedicated it to the first emperor to relieve the first emperor's illness.

Song Zheng pretended to echo a few sentences, and mentioned those poppies in the Yuge Courtyard, and lamented the wealth of the palace, the poppies that are rare to see in the rich and noble families, can be planted so much in the palace. Fu Hai's next words made Song Zheng's heart tremble. It turned out that the poppies in the palace originally came from the Guogong Mansion.

Guogong Mansion, Tongtong! (Full force code words, until the end of the book, boldly ask for flowers, and hope to support.) ）

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