The Sixth Prince Tang Jiazheng was kneeling in the main room. All the servants were kicked out, leaving only the female official Caiyue.
Concubine Zhao was sitting high on the table, breathing heavily from her chest, which represented the anger in her mood at this time.
Concubine Zhao was originally a gentle person. She was born in a wealthy family and learned to be calm very early. Now her son and daughter have gradually grown up and become quite sensible, which makes her proud. Especially her nephew. Duke Zhongguo, whom she regarded as her son, seemed to have changed over the past year. Not only did he no longer cause trouble and ask her for money, but he also accomplished many great things. Now he is leading the entire Zhao family step by step. He became powerful and became a third-rank official in the court at the age of sixteen. This was not achieved through hereditary inheritance, but was achieved entirely due to his ability. Even her aunt became proud. stand up.
Originally, the mother was kind and the son was filial, and she was promoted from concubine to noble concubine. It was a good time, but suddenly at noon, her son came to the door and proposed to arrange for people to enter Daqian Bank. He also bluntly said that Shen Ao was unreliable. , he has joined forces with Prince Qing, and if this continues, it will be beyond the control of the Zhao family.
Tang Jia's performance has always made Concubine Zhao very happy. As the prince, every time she saw her cousin Shen Ao, she respected him well, which once made her heart happy. She had seen brothers killing each other. Even Concubine Zhao, whose father and son are enemies, knows how difficult it is to maintain family ties, especially for an imperial family, it is even more difficult.
Concubine Zhao, who was once happy about the good relationship between Shen Ao and Tang Jia, never expected that her son would suddenly change like this and actually regard her cousin as an enemy?
The so-called arranging people to enter Daqian Bank is just to replace Shen Ao. What a dangerous signal is this? What would Shen Ao think if he knew this? If my sister saw this in Tianzhiling, what would happen? How will you think about your sister?
Concubine Zhao was very angry and scolded Tang Jia for kneeling down. She wanted to educate him well, get rid of this unrealistic idea from her mind, and return to the right path.
However, Tang Jia, who was kneeling on the ground, did not seem to realize his mistake, but continued to say: "Mother, if Shen Ao does not allow the Zhao family to access the bank, we will withdraw the five million taels deposited in the bank. Come out to show our attitude."
"You...you bastard!" Concubine Zhao's face turned red in anger, and she was obviously very angry again.
The relationship between Zhao and Shen Ao is well known to everyone, and it is not an exaggeration to say that they are inseparable from each other. Some people say that Zhao played a big role behind Shen Ao's success. For example, The goat milk soap created by Shen Ao was made in the Zhao's workshop. At that time, it was still supported by Concubine Zhao, and this was the first pot of gold.
When drinking water, don’t forget the well digger!
The Zhao family has been a great help to Shen Ao. The Zhao family is also the home of Shen Ao's mother, the king of heaven and the earth! In this era that pays attention to kindness and conduct, if Zhao family really gives the five million taels of silver he deposited to If you take it back, what consequences will it bring?
How will Shen Ao be discussed?
I'm afraid the first thing everyone thinks of is that this loyal Duke has no virtue? If this is the case, it will be difficult to do anything in the future, and it will even directly cause Daqian Bank and Guochanglong to fall into a crisis of trust. Those who Anyone who dislikes Shen Ao will jump out and accuse him. If this is the case, I am afraid that everything Shen Ao has worked hard for will be turned into nothing in an instant, and he will be thrown into the dust again. His life Even if it is completely destroyed.
Concubine Zhao can figure this out, and Tang Jia should be able to think of it as well, but why did he say this and what exactly did he want to do?
Of course Concubine Zhao didn't know that the reason why Tang Jia said such words was entirely because she was stimulated by the news that Shen Ao and Prince Qing had joined forces.
It is said that a soldier who does not want to be a general is not a good soldier, and an emperor who does not want to be a prince is not a good prince either.
Although Tang Jia was only fourteen years old, he had his own ambitions. Especially after the fall of the former prince, he saw his own opportunity.
We are all princes. There is no reason why others can be princes but not myself. He is just a little younger, but that doesn’t matter. He can grow up slowly, and one day, he will also become an adult. Why can't we compete for the position of prince?
Tang Jia is not without any advantages. Although he does not have the support of the vassal king behind him, who can say that it is not an advantage? Isn't this the reason why the emperor can rest assured?
Tang Jia prides himself on being a smart person, and the Zhao family behind him is getting better and better. This is his advantage. Especially his cousin Shen Ao, who is very talented and can make more money. If he can do it for Isn't it also a help?
It is conceivable that Tang Jia has always regarded Shen Ao as his future helper. He did not say it clearly, but it was just because everyone was young and the time was wrong. But today, he also regarded Shen Ao as his confidant. Kong Fu, an aide, heard from his mouth that Shen Ao actually joined forces with Prince Qing. He was horrified and filled with disappointment at the same time. This led to what he just said, he wanted his mother and concubine to vent his anger for him.
Tang Jia's idea is that Shen Ao is just a nephew when he is valued by his mother and concubine. How can he compare to his own son? Even if he can't figure it out for a moment and scolds himself, once he calms down, he will still support him. In short, He must not let Shen Ao and Prince Qing join forces, otherwise, his hope of becoming the prince would be completely lost.
When others see Shen Ao's choice, will they think that this is also Zhao's intention? After all, Shen Ao is also a descendant of the Zhao family, right?
If everyone thinks this way, he will not get the support of the Zhao family behind him if he wants to seize the throne. If that is the case, then there is absolutely no hope. Tang Jia, who is not willing to be a prince or a minister, is I will never be so willing to be calm.
"Caiyue, lock him up and don't allow him to eat or drink. When will you figure it out? When will you let him come to see me?" The angry Concubine Zhao said bitterly. She didn't know why she had always been obedient. My son suddenly became so stubborn, probably because he heard something and was immediately offended. I hope that giving him some time will allow him to realize his mistakes and repent.
The country is easy to change, but the nature is hard to change.
Tang Jia is an ambitious person. This is his nature. How can he change it by just shutting down the door?
Caiyue stood aside and sighed softly. She had a feeling that the young master would not change his mind so easily. What she was curious about now was what happened to make the young master have such an idea. She decided Send someone to inquire.
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Prince Zhong's Mansion.
The bullock cart slowly stopped, and Shen Ao, who had a monkey on his shoulder, was standing under the giant plaque, looking up.
Xuefei stood aside, looking around casually. Not far away, Ao Qi and three others were also paying attention to the changes in their surroundings. This ensured that no matter what accident happened, they could respond as quickly as possible to protect them. What a safe place for Shen Ao.
"Come on, let's knock on the door." Shen Ao thought of what his uncle Zhongchenghou said to him about King Zhong, and knew that this man was a fierce warrior and the younger brother of Emperor Qianwen. Such a person's status It was supposed to be very aloof, but I don't know why it was not even allowed to stay in Daliang City permanently, so it was suspected by many parties.
A loyal king is considered a dangerous person if he is under suspicion, and ministers who hold the rank of Daqian should not have many contacts. But even though he knew these truths, Shen Ao still went on this trip. That was because he had his own ideas. He has his fair and honest reasons.
If Daqian Bank wants to truly flourish, it must go out not only in Daliang City, but also in the territory controlled by Emperor Qianwen. Otherwise, it is not convenient. But if you want to go out, you must To be accepted by the feudal kings, Shen Ao's first goal was to be loyal to the king.
As the younger brother of Emperor Qianwen, in Shen Ao's opinion, he is the most likely person to be persuaded. And now he has a good entry point, which is Prince Zhong's only son Tang Yi.
Shen Ao believed that as long as he convinced Tang Yi, he would be equivalent to convincing Prince Zhong, so he made this move. His palm gently fell on the gate of Prince Zhong's Mansion, and there was a thumping sound. Soon, there was a sound coming from the yard. With the sound of footsteps, the door opened from the inside with a creak, revealing an old man who was about fifty years old.
The beard on the old man's face is a bit messy, his skin is dark, and he looks like a weathered man. His eyes are also a little cloudy, but the flashes of light under his eyes from time to time prove that he is far from what he appears. ordinary.
"You are..." the old man spoke, with a puzzled look on his face. It was obvious that he did not know Shen Ao and the others.
"A certain loyal Duke Shen Ao has long admired the name of the crown prince. He came here to visit me. I hope that my father-in-law will let me know. I would like to express my gratitude." Shen Ao handed over the name sticker very humbly. After speaking, he bent down and said Yi Yi.
Although this old man is probably just a concierge, Shen Ao will not look down upon anyone, especially if this person gives him a vague aura of danger, and he will not treat this person like an ordinary person. .
"Mr. Zhongguo, okay, please wait for a moment until the prince knows something." After the old man looked at Shen Ao, he nodded, and then closed the door again without any explanation.
Looking at the re-closed door, Shen Ao was not impatient, but stood there with his hands behind his back. However, Xue Fei, who was following him, spoke, "Master, I'm afraid this person's skills are even better than yours."