Shen Changmao's description undoubtedly agreed with Zhou Shangjing's statement, and also hinted to Emperor Deqing that Zhao Junchen's current power and influence was too great, and even the cabinet had to make concessions to him, otherwise Even government orders cannot be implemented smoothly.
Therefore, Emperor Deqing became increasingly wary of Zhao Junchen.
However, Emperor Deqing did not show any abnormality in the end. On the contrary, his attitude became calmer and calmer, and he seemed not to be affected by the hints of Zhou Shangjing and Shen Changmao at all.
After Emperor Deqing once again took a detailed look at the list of "Beijing Cha", he nodded and said: "Since this time the 'Beijing Cha' has reached a consensus within the court, I will not change the list at will, and will follow this list. Let’s do it.”
After seeing Emperor Deqing's performance, a smile flashed across Zhou Shangjing's seemingly dim old eyes.
Then, Zhou Shangjing and Shen Changmao bowed to Emperor Deqing together and said in unison: "I obey the decree!"
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Emperor Deqing was proficient in the emperor's mind. Many times he seemed happy or angry, but in fact Emperor Deqing's thoughts were still extremely calm, and all emotional expressions were just a disguise! But if Emperor Deqing had a deeper heart After the strong fluctuations, Emperor Deqing's performance would be extremely calm, making it impossible for anyone to see any clues.
Zhou Shangjing had been fighting openly and secretly with Emperor Deqing for so many years, so he naturally understood Emperor Deqing's temperament and habits very well.
Therefore, after seeing Emperor Deqing's behavior, Zhou Shangjing knew that his plan had succeeded. Emperor Deqing was already deeply afraid of Zhao Junchen and would soon take action to suppress him.
Thinking of this, Zhou Shangjing felt a little sorry for Zhao Junchen, because Zhou Shangjing knew very well that although Zhao Junchen's current power and influence was great, even second to Zhou Shangjing himself, after all, his foundation was unstable and his foundation was insufficient. Facing Emperor Deqing I'm afraid it will be difficult to resist the pressure.
In fact, Zhou Shangjing admires Zhao Junchen very much in his heart! He believes that Zhao Junchen can not only fight for power and gain people's hearts, but also can not forget his original intention and have the world in mind. Only such a complex person can achieve great things in the temple!
If it were another opportunity, Zhou Shangjing would never plot against Zhao Junchen. Instead, he would strongly support Zhao Junchen and train Zhao Junchen as his successor and become the new representative of ministerial power!
Unfortunately, Zhou Shangjing is already old, and what he cares about most now is the continuation of the Zhou family's wealth.
Zhou Shangjing knew very well that his power and influence were too great, and he had been fighting openly and covertly with Emperor Deqing for decades. He had already become a thorn in Emperor Deqing's side and a thorn in his flesh. When he could no longer hold on anymore, Emperor Deqing would There will inevitably be a reckoning in the fall, and at that time, the entire Zhou family will be in turmoil, and if they are not careful, they will be completely ruined!
Therefore, in order to preserve the century-old wealth of the Zhou family, Zhou Shangjing has been secretly conniving at Zhao Junchen's increase in power in recent years. Now that Zhao Junchen's power and influence have reached a certain scale, he has begun to drive a wedge between Emperor Deqing and Zhao The relationship between Junchen and Zhao Junchen made Emperor Deqing wary of Zhao Junchen and took action to suppress him!
Faced with Emperor Deqing's suppression, it would be difficult for Zhao Junchen to resist. At that time, Zhou Shangjing would secretly help Zhao Junchen so that Zhao Junchen could tide over the difficulties! But while Zhao Junchen was overcoming the difficulties, Emperor Deqing The fear of Zhao Junchen will become more and more serious! After this situation happens repeatedly, Zhao Junchen will replace Zhou Shangjing and become the most vigilant and feared target in Emperor Deqing's heart!
In this way, in order to deal with Zhao Junchen, Emperor Deqing will naturally not be distracted from dealing with Zhou Shangjing, and may even try to win over Zhou Shangjing. At that time, not only can Zhou Shangjing be able to please both sides, but the entire Zhou family will be much safer as long as Zhou Shangjing retires When he became an official, Zhao Junchen had not yet been destroyed by Emperor Deqing, so the Zhou family would not be deliberately targeted by Emperor Deqing, and the wealth of the Zhou family could continue.
These plans are the real thoughts in Zhou Shangjing’s heart!
As for whether the "Zhou Party" could take advantage of the conflict between Emperor Deqing and Zhao Junchen, it was only a casual goal of Zhou Shangjing.
For this plan, Zhou Shangjing has been secretly planning it for a long time. The reason why Emperor Deqing was so easily instigated by Zhou Shangjing today is because Zhou Shangjing had already planted the seeds of doubt and fear in Emperor Deqing's heart!
As for the "Beijing Inspection" matter, and today's statements by Zhou Shangjing and Shen Changmao, they are just the last bit of nourishment for this seed, which finally breaks the ground and sprouts!
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After reporting the "Beijing Investigation" matter to Emperor Deqing, Zhou Shangjing and Shen Changmao left the imperial study.
After leaving the imperial study room, Shen Changmao glanced at Zhou Shangjing and suddenly sneered: "Old Zhou Ge is such a good calculator! The reason why this time the 'Beijing Procuratorate' will be more beneficial to the 'Zhao Party' is obviously your arrangement. As a result, in front of His Majesty, you actually pushed all the reasons on Zhao Junchen, making Your Majesty misjudge Zhao Junchen's power and influence, and will inevitably suppress him. At that time, Zhao Junchen and the Zhao Party 'I'm afraid they will be in dire straits, and Mr. Zhou Ge and the "Zhou Party" will be able to make a profit! Hey, Zhao Junchen is probably still grateful for Mr. Zhou Ge's generosity during the period of "Beijing Cha", but he has no idea at all. I think that I have been completely plotted by Mr. Zhou Ge!"
Shen Changmao didn't know Zhou Shangjing's real plan, he only thought that Zhou Shangjing was doing this just to make a profit.
On the other side, after hearing Shen Changmao's words, Zhou Shangjing's expression remained unchanged and he just said slowly: "Shen Shoufu and Zhao Junchen have been working closely together during this period. Thanks to the strong support of the 'Zhao Party', Shen Shoufu The assistant was able to secure the position of chief assistant, but didn't he join hands with me to plot against him today? There are no eternal friends or eternal enemies in this temple, and there is no good-hearted help for no reason, only benefits. Drives everything, doesn’t Mr. Shen Ge still understand this?”
Today's allies are only future enemies, and today's enemies may become close allies in the future, all because of changes in interests.
Shen Changmao has been in high and low officialdom for many years, so he naturally understands this truth.
Shen Changmao snorted coldly and said: "For this period of time, Zhao Junchen seems to have fully supported me in seizing the position of chief assistant, but in fact he has been taking advantage of the opportunity of cooperation between the two parties to poach my corner, so I am also here today. I am willing to cooperate with Mr. Zhou Ge! Since Zhao Junchen is plotting against me, he cannot blame me for plotting against him!"
Hearing these words of Shen Changmao, Zhou Shangjing smiled meaningfully and said: "Perhaps, the cooperation between you and me will not be the only one, and Zhao Junchen is not the only one who can help Shen Shoufu stabilize his position. !”
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