False eunuch in late Ming Dynasty

Chapter 8 Meeting an Old Eunuch

Zhu Youjian found a book of unknown material from the imperial study.The book is not very thick, it is about the same thickness as the homework books of two elementary school students, and the size is not much different.

"This is a secret treasure in the palace. You should use it to practice. It is best not to show it to ordinary people. Warriors use martial arts to break the ban. This kind of secret book must not be easily obtained by them. However, you can pass it on to those loyal subordinates. "Zhu Youjian said.

Cao Qing took the secret book from Zhu Youjian and opened it. Fortunately, although he didn't know many characters, he could still understand the pictures.The hardcover version is different, with pictures.Although the painting is crooked, you can basically see a general idea.In addition, under the guidance of Cao Huachun, Cao Qing practiced the secrets of internal energy.Although Cao Qing has changed his soul now, the original memory still remains in this body.

"How?" Zhu Youjian asked.

"Well, it's very good. There are also pictures. There are pictures and the truth." Cao Qing said.

Zhu Youjian didn't understand what "there are pictures and the truth", but he finally confirmed that Cao Qing understood the value of this secret book.

"Didn't you steal something from the emperor?" Cao Qing asked.

"Well, it is indeed. But don't worry, the emperor said, I can use it for you to practice. You can be regarded as the emperor's person now. You can just share the worries of the emperor in the future." Zhu Youjian said.

"Is this okay?" Cao Qing scratched his head.

"Of course, I am the most trusted person around the emperor now, that is, the emperor's confidant. Although you have not met the emperor yet, you have become the emperor's person, but you want to be like me and become the emperor's confidant , still need to work harder. It is better to do something." Zhu Youjian said.

Cao Qing laughed in his heart, but he pretended to be very serious, "That's natural. From now on, I will devote all my efforts to be loyal to the emperor and firmly support the emperor's leadership. I will serve the emperor wholeheartedly and die. And then."

What Cao Qing said was a cliché that has never been broken through the ages, Zhu Youjian naturally heard it novel and comfortable, and praised: "You are so loyal, you will naturally be known by the emperor in the future, and your future glory and prosperity will surely be just around the corner."

The two discussed many details, and then left separately.

But on the second day of the court meeting, Wei Zhongxian was the first to play.

"Your Majesty, I ask you to suspend the construction of the Shrines that are being built across the country. The construction of the Shrines is not out of my original intention. Now that the Emperor is working hard to govern the country, the cost of building the Shrines is huge. The money saved can be used for the Emperor's many plans," Wei Zhongxian said. .Wei Zhongxian naturally wanted to test Zhu Youjian's attitude towards him.

Zhu Youjian was taken aback for a moment, what is Nine Thousand Years doing?After thinking about it, it turned out to be the case, but Zhu Youjian did not immediately reject Wei Zhongxian's proposal, and thought for a while and said: "Originally, the construction of shrines in various places was also to commend the nine thousand-year-old contribution to Ming Dynasty, but now the national treasury is tight. If there is such a With a sum of money, many things can be carried out smoothly. It is really rare for Jiuqian to be so considerate of the court. I agree."

Wei Zhongxian was also taken aback, he thought that Zhu Youjian would shirk for a while, and then he insisted on it, and finally he had to finish this matter, and the matter of giving birth to the shrine was very unfavorable to him.Wei Zhongxian has already realized this.Wei Zhongxian felt a little smug at first, but later found out that living in a shrine would do him no good.But there was something wrong with Zhu Youjian's willingness to agree so readily.He should hold on no matter what.That's how you feel confident about yourself.But after thinking about it, if Zhu Youjian was really on guard against him, then he should decline.

Wei Zhongxian felt that he was stupid, and thought of such a way to test Zhu Youjian, but in the end, he still didn't find anything.What Zhu Youjian said just now was very pertinent, and Wei Zhongxian felt that Zhu Youjian might not have any other thoughts about him.

"Since the emperor has given you permission, I will notify all localities to stop all construction of living temples. Those that are already under construction will be used for other purposes. Propagate the grace of the Holy Majesty. No more living temples will be built in the future," Wei Zhongxian said.

"Well, great kindness. Nine thousand years old has set a precedent for the court officials. It can be based on the Ming Dynasty. After the court meeting, I still have some things to discuss with nine thousand years old." Zhu Youjian said.

Zhu Youjian seemed to be extremely accommodating to Wei Zhongxian, making Wei Zhongxian's previous doubts completely disappear.

The current court is still under the control of Wei Zhongxian, Wei Zhongxian has nothing to do, and the only things that are invited to the court are trivial matters.Moreover, many important memorials were sent directly to Wei Zhongxian, and Zhu Youjian had no chance to see them.Zhu Youjian's order can't get out of the Forbidden City at all.

After retiring from the court, Wei Zhongxian stayed and relaxed, with a slight smile on his face.Heart said: This little emperor is still too young to fight with me.But even so, I still want to give him a little face.As long as he is sensible, I might as well let him continue to be his emperor.The Ke family wanted to replace the emperor with her son, so she would not continue to dominate the Forbidden City.Now that I finally have this opportunity, how can I let Ke's treachery succeed?
"Your Majesty, what orders do you have for letting the old minister stay?" Wei Zhongxian asked respectfully.

"It's nothing. Now that I have Nine Thousand Years in the court to share my worries, I have some leisure. It's very interesting to talk about some utensils with a little eunuch these two days. I want that little eunuch to take charge of the military bureau, so that I It is also more convenient for him to make some utensils that I like." Zhu Youjian said.

Zhu Youjian's words made Wei Zhongxian's eyes light up. Could it be that Zhu Youjian is going to learn from his brother Zhu Youxiao? He also wants to study strange skills and tricks.That's great.I can take care of the affairs of the court for him, if he likes to study, he can study it.

"Since the emperor has spoken, let's do it this way. What's the name of the eunuch? Today, I will finish this matter." Wei Zhongxian said.

"It's interesting to say that this little eunuch is from Cao Huachun, and he doesn't even recognize me. Nine thousand years old, please cooperate with me, don't let this little eunuch recognize me. This is fun." Zhu Youjian said.

Speaking of the fun things, Wei Zhongxian was also very impressed, and said with a smile: "Since the emperor has a good mood, the old minister should be a good student and cooperate."

In the afternoon, Cao Qing entered the palace and went straight to the imperial study. This kid was also very bold. Anyway, no one would do anything to him in Zhu Youjian's territory.He simply entered the imperial study room openly.

As soon as the door was opened, a strange old eunuch stood inside.

"My dear mother, I'm scared to death. Where are you a eunuch on duty? You're already old, so it's not easy. This is the emperor's study room, can you walk around?" Cao Qing said.

"Then why did you come here?" The old eunuch was naturally Wei Zhongxian.Naturally, Cao Qing didn't know him, this guy was more deceptive than the Eunuch Wei played on TV.This is simply kind-hearted.

"I'm the emperor's confidant. Can I compare with you? You're so old and still working here, it's really shabby." Cao Qing also didn't expect to meet such a big man as Wei Zhongxian here, so he didn't panic.Anyway, with Zhu Youjian backing him up, the only person in the palace who dares to touch him is Jiu Qiansui.Cao Qing thought, it would not be so unlucky to meet Wei Zhongxian.

(End of this chapter)