Chao Lu was stunned, as if he didn't expect Chao Li to be so disrespectful.
It's just that he has always been shy, so of course he won't care about this now. In his opinion, Chaoli is his daughter, and Chaoli is obligated to help him if he needs any help.
"Ali understands my father. I do have something to talk to you about today." Chao Lu smiled.
Hearing this, Chaoli immediately understood. It turned out that Chaolv did not come to see Chaozhen, but came to block her after hearing that she had arrived at Chaozhen.
If Chaozhen knew that her father didn't love her that much, and it was all superficial in the past, I wonder what he would think in his heart.
It's a pity that she won't remind Chaozhen.
"Father, you might as well speak frankly." Chaoli was too lazy to make excuses with him.
Chao Lu smiled lovingly, "It's like this. Hasn't the Crown Prince already received the Holy Spirit's decree and is about to prepare for the Spring Festival? I thought that since the Crown Prince is so busy, maybe my father can help with the Ministry of Punishments. We are all one family. , I, the father-in-law, help a bunch of princes, and outsiders should not say anything. The women in your back house don't understand the things in the court, and I won't tell you in detail as a father. You only need to go back and tell me. Just convey my thoughts to the prince."
Originally, Chao Lu wanted to enter Dali Temple, but he could only talk on paper. After thinking about it, he decided to forget it. The Punishment Department was the most suitable one, mainly because Gu Hanzhang was there.
Chaoli almost laughed out loud. She had known that Chaolv was shameless, but today she discovered that he could be even more shameless. He wanted to be admitted to the Ministry of Punishment with just one sentence. Who did she think she was?
Don't think that Gu Hanzhang can dominate the world if he can speak out in the Ministry of Justice. The key is to convince the public, although this is not difficult for Gu Hanzhang.
No matter which one of the six films it is, it plays an important role in both the government and the public. Is there any place he can go to if he wants to?
Blocking people is not a problem, it's just that if something goes wrong with this person, it will affect others.
"Father, it's not my place to speak about matters in court." Chaoli replied.
However, it wasn't that she couldn't say it, she just couldn't let Chao Lu achieve his wish so easily. In fact, she was still thinking about how to get Chao Lu to take the bait.
Chao Lu obviously also understood that Chao Li did not hold such an important position in Gu Hanzhang's heart, so he thought for a moment and then turned to ask Chao Li.
"Then what should we do? I am your father. If I have a higher status, your position in your husband's family will be more stable. Ah Li, my father knows that I didn't care enough for you in the early years, but this is not what I want. In fact, I'm too busy." Chao Lu opened his eyes and told lies.
Chaoli was also willing to cooperate, pretending not to understand and showing no signs of disgust.
"Father, there is nothing we can do. I heard that the relationship between the prince and the Minister of Punishment is quite good. But you also know that my daughter did not have much dowry when she got married. In addition, the Marquis Mansion is run by her mother-in-law, so she does not have much money in her hands. If you want to build a relationship with the Minister of Punishment, you have to pay something. This kind of thing cannot require the efforts and money of the crown prince. Are we going to lose the face of the court?" Chaoli whispered.
After hearing this, Chao Lu felt that this was also the case. It was true that Hanzhang could not focus solely on his contribution, efforts and money. He himself could always come to the same conclusion.
"Then, according to what you said, what should a father do?" Chao Lu asked one more question.
Chaoli looked embarrassed, "Father, my daughter doesn't know much about this, but I heard that the hairpin that my mother-in-law gave to the wife of the Minister of Punishment is worth three thousand taels. If the prince gave it to the Minister of Punishment, it must not be comparable to this.
Low. Alas, it’s all my fault that my daughter is incompetent and unable to run the household, and she actually doesn’t have any money in her hands.”
Chao Lu was shocked when he heard that he gave away three thousand taels of things so casually. Princess Desao was too extravagant and wasteful. She was really a prodigal woman.
However, considering the identity of Princess Dessau, this move seems to make sense.
It's only three thousand taels. The entire court seems to have only about four thousand taels of silver available now. Wouldn't this kill most of his life in one fell swoop?
"Is this too expensive as a gift?" Chao Lu hesitated.
Chao Lu was no stranger to giving gifts. After all, he would also give gifts to people above him, ranging from dozens to hundreds of taels.
But when he suddenly had to take out three thousand taels, he was really reluctant to part with it.
Chaoli naturally saw Chao Lu's reluctance, and she continued to encourage Chao Lu.
"Father, think about it. The third brother is about to attend the Spring Festival. If you can enter the Criminal Department, it will be a big help to him. You also know how important the scientific examination is to men, but not everyone can
Being able to inherit a title like the Crown Prince. Father, the Crown Prince will be the future Marquis of Zhenbei.
, even if he is not on duty in the Ministry of Punishment, he can still hold a high position of power. The third brother does not have such an opportunity. Moreover, his father also knows that it is imperative to reduce the vassal status, and the Ministry of Punishment and the Ministry of War will definitely be used. If his father can enter the Ministry of Punishment,
I think it won't be a problem to be granted the title of marquis or prime minister in the future." Chaoli painted a big cake.
Chao Lu's eyes lit up with excitement. He didn't dare to think about becoming a prince and becoming a prime minister. It was not that easy in the court. He knew this very well, but he would be happy to become the Minister of Justice or other court officials as long as he continued to climb up.
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What's more, his only son is about to attend the Spring Festival, and he hopes that he can help. His daughters are not important, but his son is very important.
Thinking of this, Chao Lu gritted his teeth.
"Okay, I will leave this matter to you. You and I will go to the accounting office to pay three thousand taels of silver and leave this matter to the Crown Prince." Chao Lu said in a low voice.
Chaoli nodded, "Father, don't worry, I am from the Chaofu, and my heart is also for the Chaofu."
After hearing what Chaoli said, Chaolv felt relieved.
"A Li, if you think so, that's the best thing. It's a great pleasure for me as a father. You must be careful about joining the Punishment Department this time and remind the eldest son. When my father enters the Punishment Department, you will also
You can speak in the Zhenbei Hou Mansion, but do you understand?" Chao Lu said, stroking his beard.
Chao Li responded, "Yes, father, my daughter can be spared."
Qing Yi stood not far behind Chao Li. She gently touched Pei Yu with her elbow, her eyes full of smiles.
Pei Yu understood what Qing Yi meant and smiled, with admiration in his eyes.
The relationship between the two maids is getting better and better. Qing Yi sometimes mentions the things that happened in the court before. Pei Yu doesn't have a good impression of Chao Lu.
Now I saw that Chao Li had tricked Chao Lu and was about to buy three thousand taels. I was all happy for my young lady. This was what I should do.
Chao Lu didn't notice the movement of Qing Yi and Pei Yu. Now he felt that he was about to join the punishment department and would be able to shine in the future, so he took Chao Li straight to the warehouse.
When he handed the three thousand taels to Chao Li, Chao Lu felt a little reluctant to give it up, but he still readily gave it to him.
After Chaoli took the banknote, he returned to the Hou Mansion. It happened that Gu Hanzhang also returned to Tingyuge. Seeing that Chaoli was happy, he asked.