Gu Hanzhang didn't know when he fell asleep. It was already the next day when he woke up. He slowly sat up and dressed carefully, trying not to make any noise.
The small sound did not wake Chaoli up, she was sleeping soundly.
Gu Hanzhang did not wash up in the bedroom, but went to the study. Then he recruited money to change Gu Hanzhang into court clothes, and he left the Hou Mansion and entered the palace.
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Emperor Renxiao sat on the dragon throne, because he was very happy that Gu Hanzhang went to court today. Gu Hanzhang was a knife in his heart. The only one who remains neutral and trustworthy now is Zhenbei Houfu.
After briefly saying what needed to be said, Emperor Renxiao looked at Gu Hanzhang below.
"A few days ago, Gu Aiqing went to Xishan to solve my worries and suffered a serious injury. I was very worried about it. Now that Gu Aiqing can go to court, I feel relieved. Has Gu Aiqing's injury been cured now?" Renxiao
The emperor asked with a smile.
Of course this was just a question, anyone with a discerning eye could see that Gu Hanzhang's face had returned to normal.
Also, he wouldn't come to court if he hadn't recovered, but in order to save face, they all gave Gu Hanzhang a friendly smile.
Gu Hanzhang stepped to the left, holding the wat board in both hands, and walked out of the line of courtiers.
"The emperor was worried, but now I have recovered."
Emperor Renxiao smiled again, "Very good. Then Hanzhang can continue to work for me. I am very pleased. But this time Hanzhang has made great achievements, I don't know what reward he wants?"
It can be seen that he is indeed happy. Aiqing stopped calling and simply called Hanzhang.
"The emperor has given you too much praise, but I just did my duty. There is no need to reward me for helping the emperor solve his problems. What's more, when I was recovering from my injuries, the emperor rewarded me with many precious medicines, which is already a favor to me." Gu Hanzhang replied.
Hearing Gu Hanzhang's words, Emperor Renxiao became even more happy.
Originally, his face was a little pale, but now he was smiling happily, which made him look much better.
"Some people are eager to tell the world about something they do, and leave it to me to get a reward. Look at Hanzhang again. He doesn't care about it for my sake. He should be called a model for all officials. His state of mind is beyond your reach. I know it.
Hanzhang is not short of anything. Considering that the Queen Mother said that Hanzhang has a very good relationship with the imperial concubine, I will reward the imperial concubine." Emperor Renxiao touched his chin.
Gu Hanzhang stopped when he originally refused. Since it was a reward for Chao Li, there was no need for him to refuse.
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
All the civil and military officials present had their own thoughts, and they all understood that the emperor wanted to give favor to the Zhenbei Hou Mansion, and many courtiers were envious.
What's more, they also set their sights on Chao Lu, and expressed one meaning with his bright eyes: I'm envious, you gave birth to a good daughter, and you can get the emperor's favor by marrying into the Zhenbei Hou Mansion.
He smiled dryly at Lu, feeling bitter in his heart.
The daughter she didn't care about became the eldest concubine of the Zhenbei Hou Mansion and was about to receive a reward from the emperor; the daughter she had loved for a long time became an abandoned child and married a member of the Lin family branch with evil intentions.
Hey, if he had known this, he should have been nicer to Chao Li. Maybe Gu Hanzhang would look at Chao Li's face and give him a little more respect.
While everyone's minds were turning over and over again, Emperor Renxiao had already thought of a reward.
"The eldest concubine of the Zhenbei Hou Mansion has both talent and virtue. She is virtuous, virtuous, and virtuous. She is specially given the imperial title: Virtuous. In addition, she will be rewarded with one hundred taels of silver, one hundred coins, twelve pieces of jewelry, and silk and satin.
Twelve horses." Emperor Renxiao said.
Gu Hanzhang immediately thanked the Holy Grace and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."
This time Emperor Renxiao did not give any reward to Gu Hanzhang. The reward fell on Chaoli alone, but Gu Hanzhang was happier than himself.
Nowadays, Chaoli is still the second-rank imperial concubine and the wife of Gu Hanzhang, but it is different. Just because she has the title, even the wife of a first-rank official cannot have this honor.
Chaoli's status suddenly rose a level higher, which was enough to put the female relatives in the capital beyond their reach.
"Well, it's just the right time for Hanzhang to come back. I'll come to the Imperial Study Room later and have a detailed discussion with you." Emperor Renxiao looked a little tired.
After all, Emperor Renxiao's body was getting worse day by day. After talking for a while, he couldn't hold it anymore, so he asked Gu Hanzhang to go to the imperial study to talk to him alone.
"Yes, I will obey the order." Gu Hanzhang agreed.
The princes standing in front each had their own thoughts. Except for Prince Li, who was still in confinement and could not come to the morning court, Prince Rui and Prince Yu looked at Gu Hanzhang at the same time.
So far, Gu Hanzhang is still the favorite in their eyes.
The Zhenbei Hou Mansion, which held military power, and Gu Hanzhang, who was proficient in literature, Taoism and military strategy, indeed made these princes crazy.
"Retreat from the court!" the eunuch beside Emperor Renxiao sang loudly.
The civil and military court officials bowed and saluted, and after Emperor Renxiao left, they filed out. Many people gathered around Chao Lu to congratulate him.
Chao Lu was troubled. He wanted to ask Gu Hanzhang about his joining the Ministry of Punishment, but now he had no chance and could only watch Gu Hanzhang go to the Imperial Study Room.
Forget it, just ask the servants to send a message to Chaoli at that time.
Facing the congratulations from the ministers, Chao Lu could only respond with a numb face.
In addition to Gu Hanzhang, King Yu also hurried to the Imperial Study Room, presumably because he had something to talk to Emperor Renxiao.
Seeing him like this, Gu Hanzhang calmly slowed down his pace and did not intend to enter with King Yu. What the emperor discussed with King Yu had nothing to do with him.
When Gu Hanzhang arrived at the imperial study, he saw that King Yu could not even enter the imperial study, but stood at the door.
"Your Highness, Prince Yu, won't you go in?" Gu Hanzhang asked casually.
King Yu sighed, "Your Majesty, I don't know something. My father knew my intention and avoided seeing you."
Gu Hanzhang knew clearly in his heart that King Yu must have asked Emperor Renxiao for something. Unfortunately, the other party was unwilling to pay attention to him at all, so he could not enter the imperial study.
"The humble minister will go in first." Gu Hanzhang nodded.
"If the prince finds some free time, please ask for me when my father can see me." King Yu was a little annoyed.
Compared to the restrained King Rui, King Yu appears childish. If Prime Minister Wen Shen hadn't been so ambitious, perhaps he wouldn't have embarked on this path.
Gu Hanzhang nodded in agreement.
Entering the Imperial Study Room, I happened to see Emperor Renxiao taking elixirs. I heard that Emperor Renxiao was obsessed with elixirs recently. He felt that after taking the elixirs, his body became lighter and all fatigue disappeared. He had to take it every day.
Gu Hanzhang put away the darkness in his eyes and bowed to Emperor Renxiao.
"Wei Chen has met the emperor."
Emperor Renxiao smiled and waved his hand, "You are my nephew. I have told you a long time ago that there is no need to do this in private. Speaking of which, I haven't seen Desao for a few days. How is she doing lately?"
"Back to the emperor, everything is well with my mother, and your majesty should also take care of the dragon body." Gu Hanzhang just stood up.
"Okay, I know this well, but I just want to be more relaxed these days. I came to you today because I have something to tell you, and I only trust you."
Emperor Renxiao sighed, "You can't do it if you don't accept old age."