Although Eunuch Wang's words were a bit harsh, Fang Yingwu was speechless. Wang Zhi was right. He had no involvement in the affairs of the palace, and he couldn't even make suggestions. The history books may be vast, but for those in the palace,
The details are vague, making it difficult to discern the truth.
So we can only hope that Eunuch Wang will be more and more brave as she fights. I think that as long as she hugs Concubine Wan Gui's thigh tightly, nothing major will happen in a year or two. But when the world changes in two years, she will have a headache.
Yes, the tighter you hug the imperial concubine's thighs, the more miserable her death will be.
No, I can still provide valuable advice! Fang Yingwu suddenly thought of something and asked quickly: "The year before last, I told you about a person, Empress Wu Fei who lived in Xiyuan, what happened to you?
"
Wang Zhi recalled for a moment before replying: "At that time, we sent eunuchs there under the guise of surveillance. This was a normal thing for Dongchang. In fact, they were secretly looking after and protecting her, which made her life much easier. She
You should be able to feel the kindness in it. If you hadn't mentioned it today, I would have almost forgotten about it."
Fang Yingwu breathed a sigh of relief, "Fortunately you didn't ignore my words back then, otherwise even if you start to manage this network from now on, it will feel like a last-minute thing."
As far as he knew, only Empress Wu Fei could save Wang Zhi. Eunuch Wang, who had been running rampant for half of the Chenghua era, still wanted to continue running around in the Hongzhi Dynasty. Most of his chances of survival were here.
Wang Zhi smiled proudly and said, "After dealing with you for so many years, I have learned something clearly. If you have any inexplicable and confusing suggestions, there must be some mystery behind them. Please deal with them first."
After hearing what Eunuch Wang said, Fang Yingwu suddenly thought of Xie Qian, who had studied him deeply. It seemed that more and more people were familiar with his routine...
This shows that your influence has expanded. It has reached the point where it attracts the attention and research of others. Although others cannot see your trump cards, they can still sum up some routines. When doing things in the future, when you meet people who know you very well, you will say
Various accidents may occur.
Fang Yingwu suddenly slapped his forehead, "You just said that if you send Miss Sun to me, I'm afraid it will arouse the suspicion of the imperial concubine and the relationship between you and me. Then why did you just say that you want me to give up my relationship with you?"
Liu Mansion's engagement, marrying Miss Sun? You are deliberately defrauding me!"
Wang Zhi snorted coldly and said: "You are dissatisfied with me getting married to Sister Sun, so I'm going to deceive you. Do you still dare to object to it even one word now?"
But I still don’t mind seeing your engagement ruined. Mr. Liu Ge asked you to show your kindness. I already know. I have secretly met with Mr. Liu Ge in person in the past two days, and then...hehehehe...
..."
"What are you doing!" Fang Yingwu sighed.
Wang Zhi added: "I invite you to come here today, and I also want to tell you that I have asked the emperor for permission to move the Dongchang Yamen to the West City, which will be close to you. And I have found a big house.
You can move in and get married after the cleaning is completed.”
Fang Yingwu said in surprise: "Is this accurate? If the East Factory moves to the west, will it still be called the East Factory?"
Wang Zhi said calmly: "The ministers basically live in the West City, the Sanfa Department is also in the West City, and the Jinyiwei is also in the southwest of the imperial city, so the East Factory is moved to the West City, and it is more convenient to monitor the court. The Emperor has no reason to disagree."
After leaving Wang Zhi's place, Fang Yingwu did not go home, but went to the Liu Mansion without stopping to visit the future Lao Taishan Liu Mianhua.
To be honest, Fang Yingwu really had no confidence in Liu Mianhua's integrity. If Wang and Liu met, Liu Mianhua could not resist Wang Zhi's bait and gave up the engagement with him after calculating the gains and losses. So Fang Yingwu felt that he must
Give Lao Taishan a warning in advance.
Liu Mianhua was reading in the study. Of course he was reading absentmindedly. In the current tense political situation, the only person who could concentrate on reading could only be a nerd. But when he heard that Fang Yingwu came to visit, Liu Mianhua was very happy.
It feels a bit like waiting for a guiding light.
Although in Liu Mianmian's eyes, Fang Yingwu was rough in his work and a completely useless son-in-law, he was of the "not confused about big things" type and made almost no mistakes in his judgment of key situations. At this time, talk to Fang Yingwu.
Maybe there will be huge gains.
However, Liu Mianmian remained calm on his face, and even showed a bit of disgust, mocking Fang Yingwu who entered the door: "What kind of strong wind brought you here today? I thought you had forgotten that I am facing the front door of Liu Mansion."
Which way is it open?"
Fang Yingwu didn't take it seriously. How could a son-in-law not tolerate such a tone? "My son-in-law understands Lao Taishan's thoughts very well, but there are some things that are difficult to meet before he is unsure. Today I will bring something to Lao Taishan."
The good news is that after my son-in-law’s persuasion, eunuch Wang agreed to meet you secretly, Old Taishan.”
"Okay!" Liu Mianhua immediately forgot about Fang Yingwu's "disrespect" in the past two days. As long as there is this result, being treated lightly will not be a problem.
Fang Yingwu added: "However, Eunuch Wang may make some abnormal requests, so Lao Taishan must be prepared."
Liu Mianhua then asked: "If we say that we are making requests, this is normal, but what is abnormal?" Fang Yingwu replied: "Eunuch Wang may ask you to give up your engagement with me."
Liu Mianhua couldn't help being stunned and silent. He was extremely confused. He and Wang Zhi were trying to win each other over due to political needs. What did it have to do with Fang Yingwu's marriage? Wasn't Eunuch Wang having a mental problem when he made this request?
When Fang Yingwu saw Liu Mianhua was stunned, he called out softly: "Old Taishan? You have to think about it."
"Don't think about it, I absolutely cannot agree!" Liu Mianhua said without hesitation.
Fang Yingwu was not surprised by this answer, but he was very curious about Liu Mianhua's thoughts. Especially such a cheerful answer without much calculation was not in line with Lao Taishan's usual style.
"What can't I tell you?" Liu Mianhua explained: "Since Eunuch Wang dares to make such a request, and dares to let you know, the specific reason is not yet known. But I can judge from this that Eunuch Wang has a close relationship with you.
, even beyond ordinary interest relationships.
If I refuse the request to break the contract, even if I can't have further friendship with Eunuch Wang, at least you will still be here. With your relationship with Eunuch Wang, I can still benefit, at least I won't become an enemy.
If I agree to Eunuch Wang's conditions and give up the engagement with you, not to mention the loss of reputation, I will actually become enemies with you. With you in the middle, how long can I and Eunuch Wang maintain a good relationship even if they are temporarily good?
?”
Fang Yingwu gave a thumbs up and boasted: "Old Taishan's great wisdom means he can see far!"
Liu Mianhua said proudly: "Eunuch Wang's seemingly impossible request is actually a way to ask for a high price. Although he is a eunuch and eunuch, he is still a young boy in my eyes!
If I couldn't see through this trick, I would have spent nearly forty years in the officialdom in vain. When I was promoted to Jinshi, your father-in-law had just been born..."
Regarding the meeting between Wang Zhi and Liu Mianhua, Fang Yingwu was originally worried about Lao Taishan, worried that Lao Taishan would become mentally ill because of his suddenness; but he started to worry about Wang Zhi again, worried that she would be sold and help count the money. (To be continued)
ps: When we reach a critical juncture, we must be careful in our conception. This chapter is to make up for yesterday, and there will be another chapter today. I will write one or two chapters depending on the situation. I am not lazy!