To sum up, Zhu Hejian's method of dealing with Zhao Junchen is very simple, it is nothing more than "moving the tiger away from the mountain".
Very simple method, but very effective.
Moreover, Zhu Hejian's method was very clever, and it was a trap that could not be avoided, making it difficult for Zhao Junchen to resist.
To this day, Zhao Junchen's qualifications, age, and reputation are not enough to enter the cabinet, but on the other hand, with Zhao Junchen's power, status, and influence, it is more than enough to join the cabinet and assist in government.
Therefore, if someone recommends Zhao Junchen to join the cabinet to assist the government, the officials in the DPRK and the Central Government will definitely discuss it seriously, and then some people will object on the grounds that "the prime minister must start from the state department" and "there is no plan for Taiwan without considering states and counties."
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It is easy to guess the subsequent development. With the encouragement of some people and various thoughts, the officials will unanimously recommend Zhao Junchen to leave the center of the capital and go to a certain place to serve as a feudal official. The superficial reason
Naturally, "Let Zhao Junchen accumulate experience and qualifications to prepare for joining the cabinet in the future." It seems that everything is for Zhao Junchen's future consideration, and Zhao Junchen cannot be tolerated to refuse. But in fact, once Zhao Junchen leaves the capital,
As the center, the foundation of power he left in the capital will be divided and eroded by everyone. At that time, Zhao Junchen's lucky business in recent years will be destroyed.
Zhao Junchen's foundation is still too shallow. After all, there are only a very small number of officials who are truly loyal to Zhao Junchen, and the "Zhao Party" is full of good and bad, with complicated origins. Once Zhao Junchen loses the overall situation, it will inevitably fall apart, and then it will fall apart.
In addition, most of the officials of the "Zhao Party" are those who are unjust for their own benefit. After losing the control of Zhao Junchen, they are easily bribed.
After Zhao Junchen returned to the center of the capital, his power had been greatly reduced, let alone joining the cabinet to assist the government. Even self-preservation became a problem.
During this period, Zhu Hejian did not even need to directly conflict with Zhao Junchen, he only needed to hide behind the scenes and add fuel to the flames.
In fact, Zhao Junchen is also very aware of his shortcomings, so Zhao Junchen will never leave the capital easily.
It has to be said that Zhu Hejian is extremely terrifying.
Zhao Junchen never dared to underestimate Zhu Hejian, but many times, Zhu Hejian's scheming methods would still far exceed Zhao Junchen's expectations.
Zhu Hejian has not stepped forward yet, and still has a cooperative relationship with Zhao Junchen, but he has already considered the specific means to deal with Zhao Junchen in the future, and has also captured Zhao Junchen's seven inches.
Of course, Zhao Junchen himself is not a kind person. During this period of time, he has also repeatedly made secret moves to continuously weaken Zhu Hejian's potential power, and he has already been prepared to fall out.
From this aspect, Zhao Junchen and Zhu Hejian can be regarded as the same species.
However, although Zhao Junchen paid attention to Zhu Hejian's plan against him, he was not too worried.
Because Zhao Junchen has known for a long time that the "Zhao Party", which is essentially just a collection of corrupt officials, is not worth relying on. Such "Zhao Party" is not enough to help Zhao Junchen achieve his goals, so Zhao Junchen has been secretly rectifying the situation.
The "Zhao Party" has managed to gradually transform the "Zhao Party" from a purely corrupt official group into a political group with common interests, and has been infiltrating the inner court, controlling the army, and controlling businessmen...
As long as Zhao Junchen can successfully change the nature of "Zhao Party" and firmly control the core interests of "Zhao Party", then even if one day Zhao Junchen is transferred away from the mountain and leaves the center of the capital, "Zhao Party" will not
It can easily fall apart and be cannibalized.
To put it bluntly, even if the "Zhao Party" really loses control, with the resources Zhao Junchen has now, it will not be difficult to start a new one, but it will just waste a lot of time and energy.
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"However, my rectification and transformation of the 'Zhao Party' has only just begun. The development of the 'Zhao Party' to the scale it is today has cost me too much energy and time, but I cannot give up easily. If Zhu Hejian is too
It is really a troublesome thing to use such means to deal with me... It seems that before I can achieve the effect of rectifying and transforming the 'Zhao Party', I cannot easily become hostile to Zhu Hejian, and I still need to make peace with him for a period of time..."
"In addition, Chen You, Duke of Jing, leaked the news to Chen Zhirong, perhaps intentionally. It was Zhu Hejian's secret warning, telling me not to fall out with him easily..."
While thinking deeply, Zhao Junchen turned to look at Chen Zhirong, a look of embarrassment flashed in his eyes.
In fact, Zhao Junchen is not particularly worried about Zhu Hejian. In Zhao Junchen's opinion, Zhu Hejian's biggest advantage is that he hides in the dark. Everyone is negligent in guarding against him. Once he surfaces, there are many ways to deal with him.
Now, what really makes Zhao Junchen feel embarrassed is that he doesn't know how he should face Chen Zhirong!
During this period of time, Chen Zhirong has made countless contributions to Zhao Junchen, and has also provided a lot of help overtly and covertly. Not only has he taken great risks, he has repeatedly revealed information about the seventh prince Zhu Hejian to Zhao Junchen, and he has often taken the initiative to
She would do her best to provide advice and suggestions for Zhao Junchen, as long as she could help Zhao Junchen, and she would agree to all of Zhao Junchen's requests.
Today, Chen Zhirong once again took the risk to leak the news about Zhu Hejian to Zhao Junchen. This in itself was an unreserved position. She chose to follow Zhao Junchen, even if it would completely offend Zhu Hejian and Chen You. There was no
Leave yourself a way out.
What Chen Zhirong did was to hope that Zhao Junchen could trust her and marry her so that she could participate in Zhao Junchen's various plans like Fang Ru!
But unfortunately, Zhao Junchen finally chose Cui Qianxue out of various considerations!
At this point, Zhao Junchen's upcoming marriage to Cui Qianxue cannot be concealed no matter what. All parties in the government and the opposition will soon receive the news, and Chen Zhirong will also receive the news.
However, Zhao Junchen felt that it would be better to tell Chen Zhirong himself about this matter.
Otherwise, it would be a bit cruel for Chen Zhirong to finally get this news from someone else after having paid so much.
However, looking at Chen Zhirong in front of him, Zhao Junchen didn't know how to speak, and he always felt guilty about crossing a river and burning a bridge.
From this aspect, Chen Zhirong's efforts are still effective. Under her subtle influence, Zhao Junchen has subconsciously regarded her as one of his own. Only when facing his own people, Zhao Junchen's heart will
Emotions such as guilt and embarrassment appear.
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On the other side, Chen Zhirong has been staring closely at Zhao Junchen, trying to spy on Zhao Junchen's changes in thoughts.
After Zhao Junchen heard Zhu Hejian's plan against him, his expression changed slightly at first, and became a little gloomy, but soon returned to normal, and his expression became calm again. It seemed that Zhu Hejian's plan was just a trivial trick and not worthy of attention at all.
Seeing the change in Zhao Junchen's expression, Chen Zhirong's bright eyes flashed with undisguised appreciation, and she knew that Zhao Junchen must have found a way to deal with it.
This is one of the reasons why Chen Zhirong wants to marry Zhao Junchen.
Because of his own experience, Chen Zhirong's values have already been somewhat distorted. He is always full of interest in conspiracies and calculations, and even becomes addicted to them. Zhao Junchen is undoubtedly a qualified conspirator and careerist.
There are countless conspiracies and calculations hidden in his heart. No one knows how many trump cards Zhao Junchen has. Although he is young, he already gives people the feeling of being unfathomable and having wisdom within his grasp, often by flipping his hands.
Things have already changed.
The most important thing is that only Zhao Junchen will truly value Chen Zhirong's scheming methods and will not despise Chen Zhirong's daughter just because she is born.
Such Zhao Junchen is really Chen Zhirong's ideal husband. Chen Zhirong is very eager to participate in Zhao Junchen's various plans, plan together with Zhao Junchen, and disrupt the world.
Just as Chen Zhirong was secretly thinking about how she should further win Zhao Junchen's trust, she soon discovered that there was something wrong with the way Zhao Junchen was looking at her. He seemed to be contradictory and embarrassed.
Just when Chen Zhirong was confused, Zhao Junchen's eyes showed a trace of apology, and he slowly said: "Miss Chen, there is something I think I shouldn't hide from you."
Chen Zhirong's smile was still bright and charming, but she felt a little uneasy in her heart. She asked, "Oh? Looking at Mr. Zhao's expression, he seems to be a little contradictory, but I don't know what is going on? Is it going to make Mr. Zhao feel embarrassed?"
Zhao Junchen was silent for a moment, and then said in a calm tone: "On the seventh day of next month, I will marry Cui Qianxue as my wife. I really feel guilty for letting down the girl's favor."
Hearing Zhao Junchen's confession, Chen Zhirong's delicate body trembled suddenly, and her face suddenly turned pale.
Chen Zhirong originally thought that with the decline of the Su family and Cui Qianxue being kicked out of the Cui family, Zhao Junchen would eventually choose herself as his wife. In order to win Zhao Junchen's trust, she had been doing her best, but she did not expect that Zhao Junchen would
She abandoned herself so ruthlessly, and finally chose the stupid, childish, and useless Cui Qianxue!
Chen Zhirong has always looked down upon Cui Qianxue. In Chen Zhirong's opinion, Cui Qianxue seems innocent, romantic, charming and simple, but the innocence and simplicity that has not been tempered by the world is just a manifestation of ignorance and childishness!
But Zhao Junchen’s final choice turned out to be Cui Qianxue!
This was completely beyond Chen Zhirong’s expectations!
After paying so much, in order to win Zhao Junchen's trust, Chen Zhirong even betrayed his adoptive father Chen You and the seventh prince Zhu Hejian many times, leaving no way for himself to fall back. However, Zhao Junchen finally chose Cui Qianxue. This was for Chen Zhirong.
, the blow is not small!
However, Chen Zhirong is Chen Zhirong after all. Even after receiving such a blow, she calmed down quickly after being shaken a little.
At least, on the surface, Chen Zhirong is still calm.
Chen Zhirong just suppressed his smile, looked at Zhao Junchen intently, and asked softly: "Why? Mr. Zhao still doesn't trust Zhirong? Mr. Zhao should know that Zhirong is sincere to you, and once Zhirong marries Zhao
Home, Mr. Zhao and I are husband and wife, sharing the benefits and prosperity together, and there is absolutely no possibility of betrayal!"
Zhao Junchen shook his head and said truthfully: "It's not that I don't trust Miss Chen. Although Miss Chen's character is a bit extreme and stubborn, it is not easy for others to control me. I may be on guard, but I will still trust Miss Chen's intentions."
Chen Zhirong asked again: "Then why did you choose Cui Qianxue? Is it because she once blocked a knife for you?"
Zhao Junchen shook his head again and said: "Miss Cui's decision to shield my life from the knife really touched my heart, but Miss Chen, you should know that this kind of thing will not affect my judgment."
Chen Zhirong asked again: "Mr. Zhao, do you know that in order to win your trust, I have repeatedly betrayed my adoptive father and the seventh prince, and there is no way out. If you don't choose to marry me in the end, what will happen to you?
If the matter is discovered again, Zhirong's fate may be extremely miserable. Although Cui Qianxue sacrificed her life to protect Mr. Zhao, Zhirong's contribution will definitely be much more!"
Zhao Junchen looked regretful and nodded: "I also know these, and I am also very moved in my heart, but Zhirong, you should also understand that these things are still not enough to affect my judgment. When facing future choices, I can only
I will consider the pros and cons... I can try my best to protect your safety, but I still will not marry you."
Chen Zhirong's mood seemed a little agitated, but after taking a deep breath, he regained his composure and continued to ask: "Why on earth is that? Mr. Zhao, you should know that if you marry me, you can get many family honors."
Your support! And Zhirong asked herself that it was of some use. She could help Mr. Zhao deal with many things, and her talent and appearance were definitely better than Cui Qianxue! But why did Mr. Zhao choose Cui Qianxue in the end? She has now been kicked out of the Cui family, completely
It is impossible to bring any benefit to Mr. Zhao!"
Zhao Junchen concealed the secret agreement between him and the Cui family, but he still told the truth and said slowly: "Because, after I marry Cui Qianxue, although I will not get too many benefits, I will not end up in too bad a situation."
There are so many disadvantages! If I marry Miss Chen, I will certainly get many benefits, but there will also be many unbearable risks... Today, after hearing the news from Miss Chen, I have confirmed this even more."
After hearing what Zhao Junchen said, Chen Zhirong's eyes showed doubts.
She has understood a truth since she was a child, that is, the higher a person's use value, the more valued he will be and the higher his status will be, so she has been showing her use value to Zhao Junchen. Now she heard that Zhao Junchen
Junchen's statement was that he did not understand Zhao Junchen's thoughts.
Seeing Chen Zhirong's doubts, Zhao Junchen sighed softly and explained: "If I marry Miss Chen, I will become a brother-in-law with the seventh prince. In this way, my officials will regard the seventh prince as my wife."
If you are one of your own, you will neglect to take precautions. When the Seventh Prince officially comes to the forefront and becomes the Crown Prince, he can use this relationship to easily steal the power that I have worked hard for, bribe my disciples unscrupulously, and even steal me.
Completely empty! Facing the invitation of a future emperor who seems to be one of our own, I am afraid no one can refuse... In fact, I think this is also the real plan of the Seventh Prince!"
At this point, Zhao Junchen sighed again and continued: "The news that Miss Chen reported to me today makes me even more certain of this! If the Seventh Prince's plan to lure the tiger away from the mountain is successful, the 'Zhao Party' will lose
After my control, he himself will become the biggest beneficiary, and the entire 'Zhao Party' will be swallowed up by him in one breath!"
After hearing Zhao Junchen's explanation, Chen Zhirong fell completely silent.
He didn't show any pity, but his originally bright eyes became dull, and he still looked heartbroken.
However, Zhao Junchen's mood remained calm, and he secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
The marriage selection process that lasted for half a year finally came to an end today.
Then, Zhao Junchen raised his eyes and looked at Chen Zhirong, waiting for Chen Zhirong's reaction.
Zhao Junchen's choice was completely out of self-interest. It can be said that he ruthlessly abandoned Chen Zhirong without any concern for Chen Zhirong's feelings and safety. Therefore, no matter what Chen Zhirong's reaction was, even if he pointed at Zhao Junchen's nose and scolded him,
, Zhao Junchen was not surprised at all.
But in the end, unexpectedly, Chen Zhirong just nodded slightly and said slowly: "I see, Zhirong has known since she was a child that a person's use value determines his importance and status. In this way, Zhirong
Rong's use value to Mr. Zhao is far less than the harm Zhirong brings to Mr. Zhao, so it is natural for him to be abandoned by Mr. Zhao in the end."
As she spoke, Chen Zhirong's expression was calm, as if she just needed a reasonable explanation.
Then, Chen Zhirong's face even returned to a little smile, but the smile was extremely cold.
She stood up, bowed her knees to Zhao Junchen, and then said: "In that case, Zhirong will not disturb Mr. Zhao and leave here... However, Zhirong's current situation is extremely embarrassing. She only hopes that Mr. Zhao will take care of the past friendship and take her leave in the future.
After taking a deep look at Chen Zhirong, Zhao Junchen nodded and said: "Definitely!"
After receiving Zhao Junchen's reply, Chen Zhirong no longer had any entanglement, and actually turned around and left.
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Looking at Chen Zhirong's retreating back, Fang Ru, who had been watching for a long time, suddenly said: "This Chen Zhirong... is indeed a strange woman, and she left just like that!"
Zhao Junchen was also a little confused. Giving up so easily didn't seem like Chen Zhirong's style.
Chen Zhirong's character has always been stubborn and extreme. Even if the overall situation is decided, she will find ways to turn things around without resorting to any means.
Zhao Junchen turned to Fang Ru and asked: "Since this period of time, Chen Zhirong has been visiting the house many times, and Ru'er often stays with her. What do you think of her?"
After hearing Zhao Junchen's question, Fang Ru felt a little embarrassed and didn't know how to answer.
During this period of time, Fang Ru and Chen Zhirong seemed to be getting along well, but in fact Fang Ru had never liked Chen Zhirong.
However, the superficial characteristics of Chen Zhirong and Fang Ru were too similar. If Fang Ru was forced to say something that she didn't like about Chen Zhirong, Fang Ru would feel as if she was talking about herself.
Therefore, Fang Ru rarely responded to Zhao Junchen.
Zhao Junchen obviously understood Fang Ru's thoughts and couldn't help but smile.
Then, Zhao Junchen ordered Fang Ru: "Send someone to keep an eye on Chen Zhirong. I always feel that she will not give up just like this. With her extreme personality and cruel methods, no one knows what she will do! There are still some
It’s better to be on guard.”
Fang Ru nodded and said: "I understand, Ru'er will send someone to keep an eye on her."
Zhao Junchen added: "Also, as you heard just now, I will officially marry Cui Qianxue as my wife on the seventh day of the lunar month next month. After Cui Qianxue comes in, you have to be a little more generous! I choose Cui Qianxue as my wife, to a large extent
It's because she has a simple mind and won't compete with you for favor, nor will she bully you because of her status as a wife. But it's also because she has a simple mind that now I'm a little worried that you won't be able to tolerate her."
Fang Ru's expression became more complicated.
Soon, Zhao Junchen was no longer her only husband.
Although this day had been expected for a long time, Fang Ru's thoughts were still extremely complicated.
However, Fang Ru always puts Zhao Junchen first and is never willing to embarrass Zhao Junchen, so she nodded and said: "Ru'er understands."