Love And Hate of Kanas Lake: Volume 10

By Hong ChenWuDao

At the peak of the Yellow Mountain, the devil was reborn; on the banks of the Karas Lake, the mysterious master manipulated the devil; in the distant skies, the Heavenly Wolf Lady and the Dark King descended, entangling each other for countless years.

the Great Song and Mongolia, the two strongest forces in the north and south, battled endlessly from the martial arts world to the temple.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Funstory
• Release date: Jul 17, 2020
• ISBN: 9781649912541

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CONTENTS

CHAPTER 901 - UNTIL

CHAPTER 902 - SIGNING ALLIES

CHAPTER 903 - MUTUAL UTILIZATION

CHAPTER 904 - SPLIT SILVER

CHAPTER 905 - IRRITANT

CHAPTER 906 - ADOPTION

CHAPTER 907 - CONDEMNING QUEEN

CHAPTER 908 - OPPORTUNISTIC BIRTH

CHAPTER 909 - REMOVE THREAT

CHAPTER 910 - DISILLUSIONMENT

CHAPTER 911 - FEMALE ASSASSINS

CHAPTER 912 - TELLING GIVING

CHAPTER 913 - HYPOCRISY

CHAPTER 914 - ACCIDENTAL HARVEST

CHAPTER 915 - DISCLOSING

CHAPTER 916 - NOT THE SAME

CHAPTER 917 - THIS TREE IS NOT ANOTHER TREE

CHAPTER 918 - CONDITION OR REQUIREMENT

CHAPTER 919 - PROACTIVELY

CHAPTER 920 - DEPARTURE TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PUNISHMENT

CHAPTER 921 - GHOST-HEADED DOLL

CHAPTER 922 - FALSE IN FALSE

CHAPTER 923 - LIMITLESS AFTEREFFECTS

CHAPTER 924 - TOGETHER OR SEPARATE

CHAPTER 925 - TALK TO SOMEONE

CHAPTER 926 - DESTROY

CHAPTER 927 - UNEXPECTED

CHAPTER 928 - PLAY SEPARATELY

CHAPTER 929 - RETENTION

CHAPTER 930 - EXPLICIT CONSENT TO DARK BLOCK

CHAPTER 931 - A BANQUET

CHAPTER 932 - OCULUS

CHAPTER 933 - DIRECT STATEMENT

CHAPTER 934 - GONE WITHOUT A TRACE

CHAPTER 935 - MING SONG YIN JING

CHAPTER 936 - NOT FOOLED

CHAPTER 937 - MESSAGE

CHAPTER 938 - THE FACE OF A CONCUBINE

CHAPTER 939 - WHO WILL HELP ME

CHAPTER 940 - CUT INSIDE

CHAPTER 941 - ATTITUDE

CHAPTER 942 - PERPLEXITY OF POSITION

CHAPTER 943 - HUMAN HEART

CHAPTER 944 - LET THE JUNIOR SISTER

CHAPTER 945 - UNPARALLELED FINE WORKS

CHAPTER 946 - BEAUTIFUL GIRLS TREAT

CHAPTER 947 - BRIDGING WITH WINE

CHAPTER 948 - EXTRA

CHAPTER 949 - FORTUITOUS ENCOUNTER WITH BEAUTIFUL WOMAN

CHAPTER 950 - IS YOU FOLLOWING

CHAPTER 951 - ONE STEP OFF

CHAPTER 952 - SERIAL MONITORING

CHAPTER 953 - A DISCUSSION ON THE AFFABILITY OF HOMO SAPIENS

CHAPTER 954 - FILIAL PIETY

CHAPTER 955 - TRUTH AND FALSEHOOD

CHAPTER 956 - PERSONALITY ISSUES

CHAPTER 957 - CHANGE OF MINDSET

CHAPTER 958 - BREAKOUT

CHAPTER 959 - RELOCATE

CHAPTER 960 - TELL HIM

CHAPTER 961 - MIDVOLT

CHAPTER 962 - DORSUM

CHAPTER 963 - DISOBEY MASTER'S ORDERS

CHAPTER 964 - SPREADING

CHAPTER 965 - CONCOMITANT CONFLUENCE

CHAPTER 966 - WAIST PLATE

CHAPTER 967 - TREASURY

CHAPTER 968 - RECIPROCAL CALCULATION

CHAPTER 969 - ORIGIN OF DIVINE DRAGON

CHAPTER 970 - PARTY OWNER APPEAR

CHAPTER 971 - ULTIMATE PURPOSE

CHAPTER 972 - WORRIED ABOUT HIS APPRENTICE

CHAPTER 973 - GO IN PERSON

CHAPTER 974 - ON AIR

CHAPTER 975 - DRAGON-CAPTURING LONGITUDINAL CRANE

CHAPTER 976 - FIRST STRIKE

CHAPTER 977 - FEMALE AND MALE EXPERTS

CHAPTER 978 - ANGRY

CHAPTER 979 - A MERITORIOUS HONOR

CHAPTER 980 - PROMOTION OF SON-IN-LAW

CHAPTER 981 - GOOD NEWS

CHAPTER 982 - IT WAS ALL BECAUSE OF HIM

CHAPTER 983 - THREE STRATEGIES

CHAPTER 984 - TEACHER LI

CHAPTER 985 - CENTRAL BUREAU OF ANTIQUES(1)

CHAPTER 986 - CENTRAL BUREAU OF ANTIQUES(2)

CHAPTER 987 - SUDDEN DEPARTURE

CHAPTER 988 - LIGHTS OUT

CHAPTER 989 - THE BELL SOUNDS AGAIN

CHAPTER 990 - THE PRICE OF BETRAYAL

CHAPTER 991 - DESOLATION

CHAPTER 992 - SUPPRESSING TRAITORS

CHAPTER 993 - END OF ADULTERY

CHAPTER 994 - HOW TO GET STARTED

CHAPTER 995 - CRIPPLE OR NOT

CHAPTER 996 - THE EMPRESS' PLAN

CHAPTER 997 - DENSE FOREST

CHAPTER 998 - PHEASANT

CHAPTER 999 - COMPLAINT

CHAPTER 1000 - THE CROWN PRINCE BARGED INTO THE PALACE

CHAPTER 901 - UNTIL

After hearing the two things that had happened, Ding Daoquan did not say anything. His face was expressionless, and the Chief Eunuch, Dong Song Chen, was feeling anxious.

He then asked, Could it be that the situation isn't good?

You think so, Eunuch Dong? When Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, heard his question, he asked instead.

His rhetorical question caused Dong Song Chen, the Chief Eunuch of the imperial household, to not know how to reply.

A smile suddenly appeared on Ding Datong's face. He clasped his hands at Dong Song Chen and said, Congratulations to Eunuch Dong and congratulations to Eunuch Dong.

Where did this happiness come from? Hearing his words, the Minister of Imperial Household Dong Song Chen heaved a sigh of relief and asked.

Ding Da-quan was indeed worthy of being an experienced official who had been in the government for dozens of years. Although he was not in the government for a long time, from the narration of Chief Eunuch Dong Song, he could tell that the Prime Minister Jia Wei Dao's old loyal ally, the Minister of Revenue, was probably a little out of touch with Zhang Yihong.

It shouldn't be possible, right? Dong Song Chen asked in disbelief after hearing Ding Daju's analysis.

Absolutely, Ding Jiu replied affirmatively.

He also complained about the eunuch in charge of the imperial household. Why didn't Dong Songchen come here earlier to tell him about this?

This was a godsend opportunity.

He could not win her over, but he could also take the opportunity to get rid of this loyal ally of Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, was aware of that day when he and Ding Dajun teamed up to deal with Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

It would be great if he could get rid of it, or use it for himself, as he had just said.

As for how he was going to deal with the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, he didn't say.

That was his forte.

Ding Dai Quan knew very well that for a person like the Minister of Imperial Household's eunuch, Dong Song Chen, if he talked too much, he would feel as if a teacher was teaching a student. That would not be good.

To be able to stay in the harem as a steward for so many years, Dong Song Chen had his schemes up his sleeves.

As for the other matter, he already knew that Lu Yunsheng supported the white and fat boy that was born from the concubine of Ziqi Imperial Consort, adopted by the Imperial Consort, to become his adopted son. Ding Da-quan had given him two possibilities.

After all, Ding Gongquan was not a deity who could calculate.

It was impossible to judge everything so accurately.

Ding Dajun felt that since she had entered the palace, her influence had surpassed the empress to take care of the daily affairs of the imperial harem, and she knew that Lu Yunsheng was of the same rank as the head eunuch of the imperial palace, Dong Song Chen. In order to fight against the head eunuch of the imperial palace, Dong Song Chen had used the adoption of the Prince's son by the imperial concubine to curry favor with her. That was entirely possible.

Of course, there was another possibility.

In order to protect her daughter, she held a high position in the imperial palace. It was even possible that she would become the Song Emperor of the Great Song Empire, the queen of the emperor, and the Minister of Revenue. As a godfather, Zhang Yihong was aware that Lu Yunsheng was colluding with him.

However, how could Zhang Yihong know that the Minister of Revenue was wrong?

It was indeed an injustice.

The real mastermind behind this was the Prime Minister, Jia Ruidao.

When the Minister of Imperial Household Dong Song Chen heard this, he said, I never would have thought that everyone knew that Lu Yunsheng was such a secretive guy.

I've underestimated this guy. He said again.

Ding Daoquan said to Dong Song Chen meaningfully, In this world, what you believe to be an opponent is not necessarily an opponent. What you believe to be a friend is not necessarily a true friend.

Then are we friends or opponents? Dong Song Chen asked after hearing this.

Upon hearing his question, Ding Datong laughed and did not answer.

He then picked up his teacup and signaled Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in chief of the imperial household, to take his teacup as well and drink the tea together with him.

This question was left unanswered …

He was worried that Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, would spend too much time with him and be discovered by the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao. Ding Jianquan sent Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, to do his own thing.

One must know that although Prime Minister Jia Ruidao had let his guard down, he would still send people to his own residence to investigate from time to time. If he was found out, it would not be a joke.

When he left Ding Dajun's palace, he did not immediately return to the palace. Instead, he first went to an inconspicuous little restaurant in Lin An City, drank a few cups of fire, then stood up and went to the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong's mansion.

There was a reason why he chose to come here after having a few drinks.

Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, had a certain understanding of the habits of the imperial officials of the Great Song Dynasty.

He knew that it was only at this time that the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, would be 99% in his own residence.

Indeed, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, was in his own residence.

Zhang Yihong did not want to see the uninvited guest of the Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen, the Minister of Revenue.

He knew clearly in his heart that the Minister of Imperial Household Dong Song Chen was the sworn enemy of the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

After a moment of hesitation, he sent the steward of his residence out to lie to Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of his household. He told him that he was busy with official business and had not come back yet.

When there was time, he would definitely pay a visit to Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, to express his apology.

The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen of the Minister of Imperial Household, who had heard of the Minister of Revenue and the steward of Zhang Yihong's residence, came out. He knew that the eunuch must be the Minister of Revenue.

Zhang Yihong's residence was in the living room of the Minister of Revenue. To the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong's residence's butler said, Since the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong, has been busy with public affairs and has not returned to his residence, I will sit in the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong's residence's living room and wait for the Minister of Revenue to arrive. After Zhang Yihong has completed his business, he will meet him once he returns.

As the Minister of Imperial Household, he had come to the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, many times to pass on the imperial edict.

He was well aware of the Minister of Revenue, the living room of Zhang Yihong's residence, and the Minister of Imperial Household, Dong Songchen.

This was the only way to enter without the Zhang Residence's guidance.

After hearing the report from the steward of the residence, Zhang Yihong scolded the steward of the residence and asked why the steward of the residence did not stop Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the household.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong's mansion's steward, also had an innocent look on his face.

He explained that Dong Song Chen was the Minister of Imperial Household. How could he, who was the butler of a mansion, dare to stop him?

If he was the one representing the Lord of the Song Dynasty, Emperor Li Zong, in order to pass down the imperial edict, he would be executed on the spot.

What he said made sense.

After Zhang Yihong heard about the Revenue Minister's letter, he didn't scold the butler of his mansion anymore.

Since he had his steward lie to Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the household, saying that he was not in the residence and would be busy with official business in the imperial court, then if he were to leave now, it would be equivalent to slapping his own face.

The only thing he could do now was to lie to the end.

In the Minister of Revenue's letter, Zhang Yihong asked the steward of his residence to go to the living room and serve tea, pastries, and fruits to Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the household. He told Dong Song Chen that he had arranged for someone to send for the Minister of Revenue, and Zhang Yihong came back. Please don't be anxious, Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen.

After waiting for around two hours, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong, pretended to be in a hurry and entered the main hall of his residence.

From far away, he had apologized to Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household.

The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen was not a fool. He knew the Minister of Revenue. Zhang Yinhong was just putting on a show.

He didn't get up from the chair he was sitting on, but said with an unhappy tone, Zhang Yinhong told the Minister of Revenue that he really is the busiest person in the Great Song Dynasty. Even if the Minister of Imperial Household Dong Song Chen wanted to see the Lord of the Song Dynasty and Emperor Qizong, he had never waited this long.

That is to say, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, you can't possibly be more awesome than the current Song Dynasty's master, Emperor Qong, right?

Zhang Yihong naturally did not dare to refute the Revenue Minister's words.

He continued to say, Yes …

Seeing that he was the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong was overwhelmed by his presence. Dong Song Chen felt that his anger was almost over, so he relaxed his tone.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, carefully asked the Minister of Imperial Household, Dong Song Chen, if he was the Lord of the Great Song and if there was anything important to pass down to the Emperor.

Can't I come to see you without the royal decree of the emperor? Dong Song Chen asked.

In the Ministry of Revenue's letter, Zhang Yihong replied, Not really.

He also told him that he would welcome him whenever he wanted to meet him and whenever he wanted to.

Is that true, Master Zhang? Dong Song Chen asked when he heard this.

Minister of Revenue, Zhang replied. If the Chief Eunuch of the House, Dong Songchen, did not believe it, he could immediately swear to it.

This old servant has only joked with you before, you don't have to take it seriously, Master Zhang. Hearing his words, the Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen said.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong said that the Chief Eunuch in charge of the household should trust her.

He was the lord of the Song Dynasty, a popular figure next to Emperor Li Zong. He didn't have the guts to offend him.

It's good that you know. The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen said.

He continued, Offending him won't bring you any benefit!

This official knows very well. Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong said to Dong Song Chen, Chief Eunuch of the Ministry of Revenue.

Dong Song Chen nodded his head in satisfaction. He asked the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, to bring him to a safe place in his mansion. He had urgent matters to attend to, so he asked the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong.

As soon as he said that, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, knew clearly that the Minister of Imperial Household, Dong Song Chen, had a secret to tell him. He was worried that a third person might hear about it.

It could be said that the request of Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, was exactly what the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, had in mind.

Thus, he brought Dong Song Chen, the head eunuch of the imperial household, to his study.

Before he closed the door to his study, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, instructed the butler of his mansion to stand guard at the entrance of his study.

What are you saying here? Other than you and me, there won't be a third person who will know. Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong said to Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the household.

After he finished speaking, the Minister of Imperial Household Eunuch Dong Song Chen snickered. He told the Minister of Revenue that Zhang Yinhong had found another way recently.

I don't understand. Zhang Yinhong said before he could understand the words of Dong Songchen, the eunuch in chief steward of the imperial household, as well as the Minister of Revenue.

Dong Song Chen could not believe it and asked, Master Zhang, do you not understand?

Yes! Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong replied.

Hearing his reply, the Head Eunuch Dong Song Chen told the Minister of Revenue that Zhang Yinhong was being dishonest.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong, looked very wronged. He told Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the household, that he did not know what Dong Song Chen meant by 'there is another way'.

Do you really need this old servant to explain? Dong Song Chen asked.

In the Ministry of Revenue's letter, Zhang Yihong replied, Please!

Is everything alright with the empress? Dong Song Chen asked.

Upon hearing this, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong's heart skipped a beat.

It was as if he was afraid of what would happen.

He had secretly gone to the Queen of Hell, disguised as the head of the Underworld, to explain the situation there. Although he had been careful, it was still discovered by the Chief Eunuch of the imperial household, Dong Song Chen.

At this moment, Zhang Yihong was truly regretting his decision to report the matter to the Minister of Revenue.

When he thought about how Dong Song Chen was the Minister of Imperial Household and how he had entered the palace, he realized that it would be too difficult to hide the truth from the trusted aide of the Chief Eunuch of Hell, Dong Song Chen, no matter how secretive he was.

Now that what had happened, it was too late for regret.

It seemed like he could only think of a way to save them.

Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong felt that since the Minister of Imperial Household, Dong Songchen, had taken the initiative to tell him about the matter from a secluded place, it meant that the Chief Eunuch, Dong Songchen, did not want to end the matter.

It looked like there was still room for compromise in this matter.

Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, said honestly that he had indeed gone to see the Queen of Hell, disguised as Xie Daqing. However, it wasn't shameful for him to meet the Queen of Hell, disguised as Xie Daqing.

The Queen of Hell disguised herself as the Queen Mother of Great Song Dynasty, Xie Daqing, to pay her respects was to express her filial piety as an official.

This did not violate the laws of the Great Song Dynasty.

When Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in chief of the imperial household, heard his words, he told the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, that he had not expected him to be more eloquent than he thought …

CHAPTER 902 - SIGNING ALLIES

After hearing the words of Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, Zhang Yinhong was the Minister of Revenue. He said that he was good at debating and that he did not dare to do anything about it.

What he had said just now was the truth.

His reaction was something that the Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen had expected.

After Zhang Yinhong had finished speaking, Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial palace, told him that not only did he, the Minister of Imperial Household, know the general details, but he also understood the details.

This was not bragging.

After saying this, the Minister of Imperial Household Eunuch Dong Song Chen drew closer, lowering his voice to the Minister of Revenue. Zhang Yihong said, Prime Minister Jia Wei Dao currently does not know about this, but if he wanted to let Prime Minister Jia Wei Dao know, it would be easy.

This time, Zhang Yihong's weak point had been poked through by the Minister of Revenue.

If the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao knew about this, he would not be able to explain it even if he was covered in mouth.

Minister of Revenue. Zhang Yinhong seemed to be rebutting him, but his tone was already a lot weaker. To Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, he told him that Jia Ruidao was the Prime Minister and would assist the Song Dynasty's leader. With Emperor Li Zong handling the affairs of the court, there was no need to disturb the Prime Minister.

This old servant believes that Jia Xiang will be interested in something like this. The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen said.

With that, he got up to leave.

At this moment, Zhang Yihong was getting a little anxious from the Ministry of Revenue's letter.

He stood up from the chair and stopped Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the house.

Seeing him in such a state, the Minister of Imperial Household Dong Song Chen stopped and asked deliberately, Could it be that Great Master wishes to silence him by killing people?

I'm kidding, Eunuch Dong! Hearing his words, Zhang Yihong hurriedly said.

He then said, Anything can be negotiated.

The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen did not really want to leave. He did what he did just now in order to let the Minister of Revenue know. Zhang Yihong was anxious.

Not really.

Seeing that the Minister of Revenue had softened, the Chief Eunuch of the Household Department sat down again under his persuasion.

This old servant is very busy. The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen said.

He also said that Great Song, Emperor Li Zong, would not be able to see him for a long time and would definitely be unhappy.

These words were undoubtedly urging the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong, to not waste anymore time in order to deceive him …

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, let out a long sigh and asked Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the household, what exactly he wanted.

Listen to what you're saying. The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen said.

He continued, It's as if this old servant is threatening you.

I absolutely do not mean that! The Revenue Minister, Zhang Yihong said after hearing this.

Dong Song Chen harrumphed. To the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong said, Is that what you mean? The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong knew that very well.

I really want to ask Eunuch Dong to come up with an idea for me. Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong said.

After he had finished, he bowed to Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household.

Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of imperial concubines, hastily stretched out his hands and supported Zhang Yinhong, the Minister of Revenue. As a high official of the imperial court, Zhang Yinhong had bowed to him in such a manner.

As he said this, his tone was a bit more relaxed. He then told the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, that since he was sincere in his heart, he had to say a few more words.

Zhang Yihong hurriedly said to him, Eunuch Dong, please speak.

I heard that Chen Yizhong, who had both power and authority in the Privy Council, has returned? Dong Song Chen asked.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, heard Dong Song Chen, the Chief Eunuch of the Imperial Household ask about this, and thought to himself that it was not a secret that Chen Yizhong had returned to the capital of the Song Dynasty from his place of power, and that he had become an official.

So he nodded.

The signature letter to the Privy Council and the political affairs of Chen Yizhong back, Prime Minister Jia Wei Tao did not have the Ministry of Revenue in advance, Zhang Yimhong negotiated.

Zhang Yihong only found out about this matter afterwards.

In his heart, he was rather dissatisfied.

At one point, he suspected that the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao might have sensed that the Empress Xie Daqing, who was disguised as the head of the Gates of Hell, had colluded with him. Judging from the expression on Prime Minister Jia Ruidao's face, he probably didn't know about this.

Otherwise, with the vengeful personality of the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, he would have been finished long ago.

All these years, it could be said that by the side of Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, was the most treasured court official in the Imperial Court.

Every time an important matter occurred, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, would come to discuss it with the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong.

Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong later thought about it and felt that the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao had recalled the signature to the Privy Council, perhaps to create a certain balance among his trusted aides and associates.

If anything had happened, other than finding him, he could also find Chen Yizhong, who was also a political expert in the Privy Council, to discuss things with him.

As expected of the trusted aide of Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, he had guessed correctly on this point.

However, Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, said that Chen Yizhong had been entrusted with a heavy responsibility as soon as he returned to the Privy Council.

It could be said that her current position was even higher than this Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong.

The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen said that if things continued like this, the Minister of Revenue would probably make Zhang Yinhong's position beside the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao get lower and lower.

And Zhang Yihong should be able to see through this point.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have snuck into the palace and met with the Queen of Hell, who was disguised as the Underworld Sect Leader, to thank him.

Even though Dong Song Chen was the Minister of Imperial Household, he still kept the fact that the Underworld Sect Master had disguised himself as the Empress a secret like everyone else.

Upon learning of the Ministry of Revenue's letter, Zhang Yihong secretly went to see the Queen of Hell, Xie Daoqing, who was disguised as the Underworld Sect Leader. He thought that the Minister of Revenue was just looking for someone else to support him.

As the Lord of the Great Song, the wife of Emperor Qizong, Empress Xie Daoqing, had been able to stand tall in the harem.

Under this kind of situation, the Minister of Revenue would be the only one worthy to take Zhang Yinhong's side, and only the Empress would be able to explain this clearly.

Zhang Yihong was very clear on this matter, as well as the Minister of Revenue. However, he didn't dare to say a word about his collusion with the Queen of Hell, Xie Daoqing. Even if he killed the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong, he still wouldn't dare to say it out loud.

After hearing what he had said, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, had an indecisive look on his face. Dong Song Chen knew that the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, had thirty percent faith and seventy percent doubt in his words.

The Chief Eunuch of the Main House, Dong Song, and Chen did not expect that he would be able to convince the Minister of Revenue.

If you can cooperate with this old servant, it would be different. he said.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong heard this and asked, Cooperation with Eunuch Zhang?

That's right! Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, replied after hearing this.

Upon hearing this, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, recalled the former ally of the Minister of Imperial Household Eunuch Dong Songchen, the Prime Minister Ding Dajun.

Back then, these two were the steward of the inner palace and the Prime Minister of the outer palace.

The combination of internal and external forces was a glorious achievement.

At his peak, even the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao had a hard time.

It was a pity that he was still just an idle official after he was punished by the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong heard the words of Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the Minister of Revenue, and told Dong Song Chen that he was just a Minister of Revenue, and that his position was not as good as Ding's.

What he meant was that even the former Prime Minister Ding Dajun had not fought against Prime Minister Jia Ruidao when he was working with the Minister of Imperial Household Dong Song Chen. If he were to form an alliance with the Prime Minister Ding Dajun, the result would probably be even worse than the Prime Minister Ding Dajun …

It's different now, Master Zhang. Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, said to him upon hearing his words.

The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen said that even though Ding Dajun had retired from the position of Prime Minister, he would still be able to ascend to the position of Prime Minister after some manipulation.

If the three of them were to join hands, then the situation would be completely different from before.

Zhang Yihong shook his head and said, I'm afraid that's not necessarily the case.

To be honest, he really did think that way in his heart.

All these years by the side of Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, Zhang Yihong was confident that he knew more about the Minister of Revenue than anyone else.

Even if the three of them joined forces, they still might not be a match for the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

Other than the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, no one else knew how many chess pieces the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao had placed in and out of the imperial court.

One could imagine the consequences if he were to activate all of these chess pieces one by one.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yimhong, was already so old. Even if he wasn't afraid of death, he still had to consider his own children.

On the other hand, he was not only afraid of death, but also afraid of it.

However, the Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen had caught the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong. If he did not give the Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen a promise today, he would not be able to pass this obstacle.

Thinking of this, the Minister of Revenue clenched his teeth and told Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the household, that since he had spoken to such an extent, he was willing to cooperate with Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the household.

After that, he asked again, Eunuch Dong, are you satisfied now?

Do you want to hear the truth? When the Minister of Imperial Household Dong Song Chen heard his question, he asked.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong replied. Since he had agreed to cooperate with Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the household, he naturally had to listen to Dong Songchen, the eunuch in charge of the household.

As for the lie, there was no need to know.

This old servant doesn't really believe the promise that you made just now. The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen answered.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong heard the eunuch of the Minister of Imperial Household Dong Song Chen's answer and asked him what he had to do to believe him.

It's very simple. The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen answered.

He took the Minister of Revenue's letter, the paper and pen on Zhang Yihong's desk, and handed them over to the Minister of Revenue. Next to Zhang Yihong, he made a gesture of invitation.

This was to say that words had no basis and could be used as proof.

What kind of person was the Minister of Imperial Household Eunuch Dong Song Chen? How could he just rely on the Minister of Revenue to make a verbal promise from Zhang Yihong to stop at this point?

In my opinion, there's no need for that, right? After understanding the meaning behind Dong Song Chen's words, Zhang Yihong asked Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the household, in a low voice.

Listening to the Minister of Revenue's letter, Zhang Yinhong asked himself, while Dong Songchen, the Chief Eunuch of the Minister of Imperial Household, rebutted, This is absolutely necessary.

If he doesn't write, then I won't force him.

After which, he stood up to leave.

The Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, obviously wouldn't allow Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the household, to leave. He told him not to be anxious.

There's no point in staying here. The Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen threw up his hands and said.

Zhang Yihong knew that he wouldn't be able to hide from the Ministry of Revenue's letter today.

Since he had no other choice, he could only raise his hand and write down his request to Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in chief of the imperial household.

When he finished writing, Dong Song Chen, the head eunuch of the imperial household, reached out and picked up the piece of paper. He blew on it, and when the ink had dried, he folded the piece of paper and put it in his pocket.

He asked the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, Master Zhang, do you have any wine?

Yes. Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong replied.

Dong Songchen, the eunuch in chief of the imperial household, told the Minister of Revenue that Zhang Yihong had signed a contract with him. This was a joyous occasion, and he should drink a toast to celebrate it.

He was happy, but Zhang Yihong was unhappy with the Minister of Revenue's letter.

The signing of this pact with Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the imperial household, was tantamount to signing a contract to sell his life.

In the future, if he went against the wishes of the Minister of Imperial Household Eunuch Dong Song, then he would be able to take out the covenant he just signed and hand it over to Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

Although he was unhappy, but at this time, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong, had to keep smiling in front of Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the household.

He hurriedly opened the door and instructed the butler of his residence to bring two wine cups over.

After the wine and wineglasses were brought over, the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong, personally poured two cups of wine.

He then picked up one of the cups and handed it to Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of the palace.

Next, he placed the other cup on the cup in the hands of Dong Song Chen, eunuch of the Minister of Imperial Household, and said, I wish a happy cooperation!

After he finished speaking, he finished the cup of wine in his hand in one gulp.

Drinking wine is so refreshing! The eunuch, Dong Song Chen, said after seeing it.

At this time, Zhang Yihong had no choice but to swallow his bitterness.

On the surface, he was trying his best to smile, saying that the Chief Eunuch Dong Song Chen had said just now that it was a joyous occasion to sign the alliance.

Of course he had to drink a little more heartily.

This was the only thing that was worthy of him being trusted by Dong Song Chen, the eunuch in charge of imperial concubines.

CHAPTER 903 - MUTUAL UTILIZATION

Hearing the Minister of Revenue's words, the Minister of Imperial Household, Eunuch Dong, and Song Chen laughed heartily and downed the cup of wine in their hands.

How about I order the servants to prepare a few more dishes and wine so that I can get drunk? The Minister of Imperial Household Eunuch, Dong Song Chen asked when he saw this.

The Minister of Imperial Household Eunuch had fulfilled Dong Song Chen's purpose for the night, so he naturally would not stay in the Minister of Revenue. Zhang Yihong's residence continued to stay in the Minister of Revenue.

After politely declining the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong's suggestion, Zhang Yihong left the residence of the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong.

Looking at the departing back of Dong Song Chen, the head eunuch of the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong's heart felt really heavy.

He had been busy for most of his life. He had never thought that in the end, he would be caught by someone with such a huge weakness …

In a short period of time, it would be difficult for him to remove this weakness with just his ability alone.

He could not tell this to the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

In the pot of wine that the servants had just brought over, Zhang Yihong had only poured out two cups. He was the only one who drank one cup after another, borrowing the alcohol to pour out his worries …

The affairs of the court were always the same.

The matter of Ziqi's imperial concubine taking in the adopted son was secretly being carried out in the beginning. However, as the ceremony for the adopted son to be taken in as the adopted son was about to take place, this matter was naturally not a secret.

Prince Rong's son was a bit of an idiot, but he wasn't.

He knew that once Ziqi Imperial Consort adopted the white and chubby kid that was born from that concubine of hers as her foster son, she would surely become a threat to his son, who was now the Crown Prince.

He thought that since his son became the crown prince, he would become the future emperor and that he wouldn't place this Prime Minister Jia Ruidao in his eyes.

As a result, his relationship with the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao was a bit stiff.

Recently, he hadn't gone to the residence of the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

At this time, things were in a critical situation. Prince Rong had no other choice but to brace himself and meet this Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

Hearing that it was him, the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao did not refuse to see him. Instead, he opened the door to the Prime Minister's Residence and personally came out to welcome Prince Rong into his living room.

Each of them sat down. After the servants served tea, the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao told King Rong that he was now the Crown Prince's father, so he didn't dare to come to his residence personally.

The more polite he was, the more uneasy King Rong felt in his heart.

Prince Rong then told Prime Minister Jia Ruidao that in the entire Great Song Dynasty, Prime Minister Jia Ruidao was only a figure below one and above tens of thousands.

It was only natural for them to pay him a visit.

After saying this, he took out a stack of banknotes from his pocket.

Judging from the thickness of the folded silver notes, it should be at least 200,000 silver.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao didn't even look at the stack of banknotes King Rong handed over. He only glanced at them and asked King Rong what the meaning of giving him a banknote was.

This is a little gift from This King. Please accept it, Prime Minister Jia. King Rong replied.

When the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao heard his words, his expression became very serious. He said that giving him so much money for no reason was equivalent to offering him a bribe.

As the head of the imperial court in the Great Song Dynasty, he wanted to be the role model of the officials.

He would never accept bribes.

After saying that, he pushed the banknotes back.

When Prince Rong saw Prime Minister Jia Ruidao hand over the silver notes, he became a bit anxious.

He asked, Are you mad at me, Minister Jia?

Aiya, Your Highness, you are the current Crown Prince's father. Even if I had the guts, I wouldn't dare to be angry with you. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao replied.

Prince Rong helplessly stood up and bowed deeply to the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao. He then said, I have done this in the past. Please forgive me, Minister Jia.

This Prime Minister does not dare to condemn you, Prince. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said after hearing this.

Upon hearing his words, Prince Rong asked Jia Wei, Minister Jia, are you going to make me kneel to you?

If he wanted to be imposing, he would have to kneel to the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

Although Jia Ruidao was the Prime Minister, he did not dare to allow the current Crown Prince's father to kneel in front of him in his mansion.

If this matter were to be spread out, even if the lord of the Great Song and Emperor Qizong doted on him, he probably wouldn't be forgiven.

Actually, at this time, Prime Minister Jia Ruidao didn't want to have a falling out with the Rong father and son. After all, Prince Rong's son was the current crown prince.

Seeing Prince Rong in such a state, the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao hurriedly supported him. He turned to Prince Rong and said, Prince, there's no need for you to do this!

Could you please hand over this stack of banknotes to me, Jia Xiang? King Rong once again handed it over, and said.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao deliberately acted as if he was in a difficult situation. He heaved a long sigh and told the Prince of Rong that since he was being so kind, he would accept it first.

Your Highness, if you have any difficult matters, feel free to speak of them. he said.

Prince Rong was overjoyed and hastily said, Minister Jia, I have something to ask of you.

I don't deserve to be consulted. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said.

He then asked, What is this difficult matter?

Prince Rong then told the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao in detail about the matter of how Ziqi's Imperial Consort was about to adopt the little concubine of the Fuyi Prince.

In the end, he said that his son, Zhao Yu, was recommended by the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao and now that he threatened, both public and private, the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao could not just ignore him.

I'm afraid there's nothing I can do about it. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said after hearing this.

When Prince Rong heard him say so, he told the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao that the Imperial Consort was the Minister of Revenue, the daughter of Zhang Yihong, but also the Minister of Revenue. Zhang Yihong was also the Prime Minister Jia Xiangdao's trusted aide, so if the Prime Minister Jia Xiangtao could get the Minister of Revenue to step in and ask him to persuade the Imperial Consort not to adopt the son born of the Royal Consort, it would be effective.

However, he knew that the Imperial Consort was secretly arranged by the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao to enter the palace.

The Prime Minister Jia Ruidao would not reveal these secrets to the Prince Rong and his son.

As for the arrival of the King Rong, it was already within the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao's expectations.

He had a plan on how to deal with this matter.

However, he still pretended to think about it. Only then did he say to King Rong that there might be someone who was more suitable to do this than the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yinhong.

After Prince Rong heard this, he asked, Why is it so?

The reason is simple. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao replied.

As far as he was concerned, Zhang Yihong was just the godfather of Imperial Concubine Ziqi, but not the father of the Imperial Concubine Ziqi.

Even if it was her own father, and Ziqi was now a imperial concubine, if he didn't listen to the Minister of Revenue, Zhang Yihong would be the Minister of Revenue, and Zhang Yihong wouldn't be able to do anything to her.

Prince Rong asked, Then who is the more suitable person that you mentioned, Minister Jia?

Minister of the Ministry of Justice, Sir Wen Tianxiang. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao replied.

When Prince Rong heard these words, he thought that the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao was mocking him.

What do you mean? He chuckled and asked.

Ever since his son, Zhao Yu, became Crown Prince, the Rong father and son had been close with the Minister of Justice, Lord Wen Tianxiang.

Sometimes, he would even teach the crown prince a few words.

This was not a secret, and Prime Minister Jia Ruidao would definitely know about it.

Back then, the Minister of Justice, Lord Wen Tianxiang, was strongly opposed to the Rise King's son being the Crown Prince of the Great Song Dynasty. And between the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao and the Minister of Justice, Sir Wen Tianxiang, was a mortal enemy.

Prince Rong knew that after his father and son had done this, the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao would definitely feel a bit unhappy.

Seeing his expression, the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao explained to the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao that he had misunderstood what he meant.

After Prince Rong heard this, he asked, Did you misunderstand?

Yes! Prime Minister Jia Ruidao replied.

He also said to Prince Rong that Wen Tianxiang was the Minister of the Board of Justice, and that with his character, it was already a foregone conclusion that Zhao Yu was the Crown Prince of the Great Song Dynasty. If someone did something that threatened the position of Crown Prince Zhao, the Minister of the Board of Justice, Wen Tianxiang, would be the leader of this group and would definitely oppose it.

This plan did indeed have two birds with one stone.

For one, if the Minister of the Board of Justice and Lord Wen Tianxiang's relationship with Senior Concubine Ziqi were to be tensed, then this Imperial Concubine Ziqi would be even more inseparable from her help. Secondly, if the Imperial Concubine Ziqi knew of the Board of Justice's letter, then there was a high chance that the plump boy who was born as a result of Qingliu's opposition to his concubine, Lord Wen Tianxiang, would speak ill of the Minister of Justice in front of the Great Song Dynasty, and Lord Wen Tianxiang would speak ill of the Ministry of Justice's letter in his stead.

It was indeed very vicious.

One more thing, he had made use of this opportunity to make a killing.

200,000 silver was not a small sum.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao had laid out so many chess pieces both inside and outside the imperial court of the Great Song Dynasty.

The reason why these people were willing to work for the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao was to a large extent because they wanted to get money or power from the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have worked so hard for Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

This was also one of the main reasons why Prime Minister Jia Ruidao was trying so hard to get his hands on the silver.

King Rong didn't quite believe his words.

Although Lord Wen Tianxiang had some connections with the Minister of Justice, for something like this to ask for the President of the Board of Justice, Lord Wen Tianxiang, whether he was willing or not, he truly did not know.

Rest assured, Your Highness. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said after hearing King Rong's worries.

He then said: If my judgement is wrong, then I am willing to apologize to you at that time.

There's no need for that. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said after hearing this.

Prince Rong knew that the methods of the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao could be said to be unparalleled in this world.

He then asked, In Jia Xiang's opinion, this king will go and ask the Minister of Justice, Wen Tianxiang, what kind of gifts will he bring?

King Rong felt that if he wanted to ask someone to do something, he had to bring a gift.

Asking someone for a favor through words might not be possible.

After the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao heard this, he smiled and replied, In my opinion, you don't need to bring anything, Your Royal Highness.

I'm afraid that's not appropriate, right? King Rong asked.

Although Prime Minister Jia Ruidao was the President of the Ministry of Justice, the sworn enemy of Lord Wen Tianxiang, from another point of view, the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao could also be said to be the President of the Ministry of Justice, the confidant of Lord Wen Tianxiang.

He knew that the President of the Board of Justice, Lord Wen Tianxiang, would be angry if he was asked to do something by him.

He felt that this was an insult to his character.

The things that had to be done would definitely be for naught …

After listening to Prime Minister Jia Ruidao's' high opinion ', Prince Rong couldn't help but give a thumbs up and said, Prime Minister Jia is truly brilliant.

This King admires you! He said again.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao snorted and said, Weren't you suspecting that this prime minister had come up with an idea for you just now?

That is This King's fault. This King will apologize to you now. After Prince Rong heard this, he cupped his hands towards the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao deliberately pretended to be magnanimous. He waved his hand at the Duke of Rong and said that there was no need for him to apologize. As long as the Duke of Rong believed him in the future, he would be satisfied.

I have never doubted you, Jia Xiang. King Rong said.

He said that the father and son were indeed the chief minister of the Ministry of Justice, and that Master Wen Tianxiang had come over, but he knew clearly in his heart that without Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, his son would not have been able to become the crown prince of the Great Song Empire. And from today onwards, without the support of Prime Minister Jia Ruidao, his own son would not have been able to successfully ascend to the throne.

In the future, there would be many places where Prime Minister Jia Ruidao could rely on.

As for the Minister of the Board of Justice, Lord Wen Tianxiang, the father and son duo had only dealt with him once.

He knew very well in his heart who was stronger and who was weaker.

The reason Prince Rong said these words was naturally to curry favor with Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

After all, he had ignored the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao a while ago.

In addition to the silver taels, Prince Rong felt that he should also say some kind words that would make Prime Minister Jia Ruidao work even better for his father.

It looked like he had his own plans in mind.

However, he didn't know that the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao's methods were much more brilliant than his.

He wanted to use others, and others wanted to use him.

This was indeed an exciting fight … …

Perhaps Prince Rong felt that he hadn't done enough. Recently, there were some myths about his own residence that had begun to spread. If the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao was free, he would go to his own mansion and enjoy the scenery.

Of course I will go to your invitation, Your Highness. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao told King Rong.

It was getting closer and closer to the time that the Imperial Concubine Ziqi adopted the son of the Prince's concubine, the plump boy. The Prime Minister, Jia Ruidao, ordered the Prince Rong to find the Minister of Justice, Wen Tianxiang.

Too late, it would be too late ….

CHAPTER 904 - SPLIT SILVER

While Prince Rong and Prime Minister Jia Ruidao were talking in the living room of the Prime Minister's residence, there was one person who was hiding behind the living room's screen. From beginning to end, he was listening in on their conversation.

After the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao sent Prince Rong off, the man hiding behind the screen came out.

This man was Chen Yizhong, the white and fat boy who had been born from the concubine who had taken in the Imperial Consort for him, the one who had both power and authority in the Privy Council.

Seeing that the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao had come in, Chen Yi Zhong complained about the matter he had asked him to do. He said that it was about to be done, but the Prime Minister actually suggested for King Rong that he go find the Minister of Justice, Sir Wen Tianxiang, and ask him to go to Qing Liu, who was in charge of the Ministry of Justice.

Seems like Sir Chen is very angry? Prime Minister Jia Ruidao asked, unmoved.

I dare not, replied Chen Yizhong, who had both power and authority in the Privy Council.

I'm just worried that doing so will ruin your plans, my lord. He emphasized his words before continuing.

The Prime Minister Jia Ruidao signalled for Chen Yizhong to sit down before signing the letter in the Privy Council. He said that doing so would indeed have a negative impact on the fat boy who was born of the concubine who was adopted by the imperial concubine, but he was sure that this matter would not affect the fat boy who was born of the concubine who was adopted by the imperial concubine.

This official naturally believes the words of the Prime Minister. After Chen Yizhong heard about the political affairs of the Privy Council, he said.

He changed his tone and said hesitantly, But...

But what? Prime Minister Jia Ruidao asked after hearing this.

Chen replied that if this Imperial Consort Ziqi was able to smoothly adopt the fat boy who was born from the concubine of the Fuyi King as her adopted son, then it would be a huge blow to the arrogance of the Queen Xie Daoqing, who was disguised as the head of the Gates of Hell.

What I want to do is more than just fight with someone. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said.

After all, Chen Yizhong was slightly inferior to the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao.

There were some things that he still hadn't thought through thoroughly.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao took out one hundred thousand taels of silver from the two hundred thousand notes and handed it to Chen Yizhong, who had both power and authority in the Privy Council.

One cannot accept without merit. Chen Yizhong took the signed letter from the Privy Council, but he didn't put it in his pocket. Instead, he gave it to Jia Ruidao.

The Prime Minister Jia Ruidao told Chen Yizhong not to worry, he had earned a hundred thousand taels of silver from Chen Yizhong, who had both signed and signed the Privy Council.

It was only natural to accept it.

After hearing about the political affairs of the Privy Council, Chen Yizhong became even more confused and asked, Did I earn this myself?

Indeed. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao replied.

He also explained that it was because Chen Yizhong had taken Luo Ziqi's Imperial Consort and adopted that fat boy as his foster son that Prince Rong and his son came to his mansion in a hurry to speak kindly to him and give him money.

Chen Yizhong, who had both power and authority in the Privy Council, said, But that was all due to your scheme. It has nothing to do with this official.

Don't be modest, Sir Chen. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said after hearing this.

Chen Yizhong also said that his rules and regulations were clear to Chen Yizhong.

It had always been a reward for meritorious service, a punishment for all that had happened.

Two hundred thousand taels of silver, since he and Chen Yizhong had earned it together, he would definitely not put the half that Chen Yizhong deserved into his pocket.

Chen Yizhong took out one of the banknotes handed to him by the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao and put it in his pocket. He said that as a subordinate, he would never dare to split the banknotes evenly with the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao. He would accept the remaining 90,000 taels while the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao would be the one to receive the banknotes.

Two hundred thousand silver taels. You're willing to accept ten thousand, while your true form is willing to accept one hundred and ninety thousand. This isn't appropriate. Prime Minister Jia Ruidao said after hearing this.

As he said this, he forcefully stuffed the 90,000 silver banknotes that Chen Yizhong had handed to him into his pocket.

How embarrassing, Minister Jia? Chen Yizhong asked awkwardly.

The Prime Minister Jia Ruidao didn't answer Chen Yizhong's question, instead, he told him in an unquestionable tone that the matter should be settled just like that.

Since he had already said so, Chen Yizhong no longer insisted on signing the secret council.

He should not show his face again until the ceremony was held, when the fat boy, who was born to the concubine who was adopted by the imperial concubine, was adopted by the imperial concubine.

Is there anything that I can help you with? Chen Yizhong asked as he listened to the signed document of the Privy Council.

Prime Minister Jia Yidao looked at Chen Yizhong, who had both power and authority in the Privy Council. Chen Yizhong said that he must ensure that the white boy born of the concubine adopted by the Imperial Consort was carried out smoothly.

Don't worry, this official will go to the Prince Yi's mansion to see if there's anything wrong with it. Signatories to the Privy Council and both powers to attend the political affairs Chen Yizhong said.

Prime Minister Jia Ruidao listened to Chen Yizhong's words and nodded, saying that it was good that Chen Yizhong was able to do so.

With his permission, Chen Yi didn't delay any longer at the mansion of the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao. Instead, he left the mansion of the Prime Minister Jia Ruidao and went to the mansion of the King.

At this point, the Guiyi Marquis knew that the decision of the chubby boy named Jia Ruidao, who was adopted by Imperial Consort Ziqi's concubine, had been made by the Prime Minister, but the executor was Chen Yizhong, who had both power and authority in the Privy Council.

Before his concubine, Fatty Bai, officially became the adopted son of Imperial Consort Ziqi, a person like Chen Yizhong, who had both authority over the Privy Council and the government, could never be offended.

For the signing of the Privy Council and the political affairs of both powers, Chen Yizhong came, using the same etiquette.

Under the lead of the steward of the Prince's Mansion, he