King of Han Dynasty of Ming Dynasty

Chapter 404: Zhu Gaoxu was stunned

inside the room.

Seeing Ji Gang's changing expression in front of him.

Zhu Gaoxu was not a fool, and he could probably guess what he was thinking.

but
As for the current situation, since he dares to expose it, he is not afraid of others knowing it.

As for what Emperor Yongle would think if he knew about this matter, and what the boss would think, it was not even within the scope of consideration.

As long as it is hidden well enough and deep enough, it will not be dug out.

What can they do to him?
At worst, I can just pretend to be stupid and know nothing, and just think that everything is just a coincidence and deal with it.

As for the deeper investigation?

How can we investigate further if there is no admission and no evidence?

Moreover.

Everyone has something fishy going on and has hidden tricks to a greater or lesser extent. If everything were to be laid out in the open, who would be able to look good?

If that were the case, the only result would be a parting on bad terms and embarrassment for both parties.

There is no impact on anything else.

After thinking for a moment, Zhu Gaoxu nodded calmly to Ji Gang and said:
“There is no need to doubt whether it is true or false.”

"Since it can be placed in front of you, it must be true."

Get a definite answer.

Ji Gang didn't dwell too much on this matter.

However, he couldn't help but become curious. What exactly did these two gentlemen in front of him mean by this?

Then, he hesitated for a moment and asked:

"Your Highness, Prince Han..."

"Should we send people over now to capture these Japanese bandits?"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Gaochi did not answer Ji Gang's question immediately, but continued:

"You haven't answered the question I asked you just now."

"When we take these people down depends on the answers to the questions just now."

Ji Gang was not a fool and he immediately thought of the contents of the letter.

Naturally, in an instant, he understood why Zhu Gaochi had asked him that question just now, and also understood why he had to wait for his answer before deciding whether to act or not.

There is no other reason.

The Japanese bandits were cunning and all of them scattered and hid.

Not gathered together.

The letter only confirmed two people.

Although one of them seems to be the leader this time.

But until it is captured, no one knows whether it is true or not.

And even if that person is really the leader of this operation as speculated.

Who can guarantee that the Japanese bandits don’t have deputies?

Once the two people exposed in front of us are captured, both of them are tough guys.

They can withstand interrogation and refuse to say anything or know anything, just like the people in the captured Japanese delegation.

After those Japanese bandits hiding in the dark got the news.

It would be extremely difficult, almost impossible to find those people one by one in Yingtianfu City.

This is also true.

Zhu Gaochi asked him that question just now.

If you don't kill the snake, there will be endless trouble.

I'm not afraid of thieves stealing. I'm afraid of thieves thinking about it.

Want to understand the reason.

Ji Gang fell silent for a moment, not knowing how to start.

After all, when it comes to interrogation, the Jinyiwei are very skilled and capable.

But who can guarantee that people will speak 100% of the time?
This is simply impossible.

Ji Gang frowned and pondered for a long time. A hint of embarrassment and solemnity flashed across his face. He shook his head and said frankly:
"Your Highness, Prince Han..."

"As far as the trial is concerned, just follow the crowd."

"No one can give a 100% answer or guarantee."

"After all, you never know for sure, what if you run into a tough guy?"

"so……"

The rest of the words were not said, but we are all smart people and naturally understand the implication.

After expressing your thoughts and giving your answer.

Ji Gang lowered his head silently and did not make any further suggestions on the matter.

About it.

For him, the less said, the better.

After all, there were too many force majeure factors during that period, and it would be wrong to say too much.

Once his suggestion, or others adopt his suggestion.

If it succeeds, that would be good, then everyone will be happy.

If anything goes wrong, he will be the first to bear the brunt.

Therefore, it is not even half good.

After hearing this.

Crown Prince Zhu Gaochi's expression darkened at a speed visible to the naked eye. The amiable look on his face instantly disappeared, and his eyes turned unfriendly when he looked at Ji Gang.

This bastard, is he so slippery here, trying to perform a miracle without getting a single leaf on him?
Although Zhu Gaochi was very unhappy with Ji Gang's attitude.

But he also knew that what he said was not without reason.

After all, nothing is 100% possible.

Tomorrow or the accident, no one knows which will come first.

Zhu Gaochi half-closed his eyes, and wandered back and forth between the two for a while, then locked his gaze on Zhu Gaoxu. The displeasure on his face was instantly restrained, and replaced by a flattering face, and he said with a smile:

"Second brother..."

"I know you have a lot of clever ideas and a quick mind that is beyond the reach of ordinary people."

"How about you express your opinion on this matter?"

Having said this, he paused, suddenly changed the subject, and continued:
"Don't worry, don't worry."

"No matter how things develop in the future or what happens."

"I promise that I won't blame you."

"Besides, Zhanji, that bastard, is a little naughty and irritating."

"But he is your nephew after all, right?"

"As the saying goes: Broken bones are still connected to the tendons!"

"You certainly can't just watch helplessly."

"right?"

About it.

In fact, after Ji Gang gave the answer, Zhu Gaochi had already made up his mind and knew what to choose.

As for why he was so humble, why he had to ask Zhu Gaoxu for advice, let him express his opinion, and make all kinds of promises.

Of course, he also has his own selfish motives.

The news was reported by Zhu Gaoxu's subordinates.

This shows what?
This shows that Zhu Gaoxu's intelligence capabilities in Yingtian City were extraordinary.

I am much more powerful than them.

The main purpose was to tie Zhu Gaoxu together and get this bastard involved.

Therefore, no matter from which aspect, Zhu Gaoxu must cooperate with all his strength.

This way, they will be able to play the long game and wait for the big fish, which will definitely be twice the result with half the effort. The chances of digging out all the Japanese pirates hiding in the dark will be greater and safer.

After hearing this.

Zhu Gaoxu was such a smart man, how could he not understand the boss's hidden meaning, plan and intention.

Although I was unwilling in my heart, I really wanted to refuse.

But he was already involved in the matter, and the news was passed on by his people.

At this time, if he backed down and wanted to stay out of it.

Although it is not impossible.

But it is no longer possible to do that.

It would be fine if nothing happens, but what if something really happens?

He could imagine what Emperor Yongle and Zhu Gaochi would think of him.

to this end.

Zhu Gaoxu couldn't help but curse the ancestors of the person who delivered the message one by one, and secretly made up his mind that he would give those people a good scolding when he returned home to vent his anger. Isn't this just looking for trouble for him?
In the end, he could only speak reluctantly:

"What advice can I give?"

"What should I do? What should I choose?" "Boss, don't you already have the answer in your mind?"

"Why bother asking this?"

"Don't you just want me to get involved?"

"Is it necessary to beat around the bush about this?"

“It’s really boring.”

As he spoke, Zhu Gaoxu half-closed his eyes and glanced at the two people in front of him, and reminded them:
"I know you will definitely organize people to monitor the Japanese bandits who are discovered."

"But let me remind you."

"Be careful, be even more careful."

"The Japanese pirates who were discovered were all veterans with extremely rich experience."

"But I was so excited that I just pushed forward with my head down."

"Once someone finds out, it won't be fun anymore."

"By then, you will lose more than you gain."

"Don't blame me for not reminding you."

then.

Zhu Gaoxu got up from his chair without planning to stay here for too long, and walked out the door in big strides.

Wait for him to leave for a while.

Ji Gang and Zhu Gaochi came back to their senses and looked at each other.

"Lord Ji"

"Regarding the matter of monitoring the Japanese pirates, you can make the arrangements for the Jinyiwei yourself."

"If nothing happens."

"You can go ahead."

"Leave me alone for a while."

Order received.

For this reason, Ji Gang did not stay any longer. He bowed slightly, performed a salute, then turned around and left in big strides.

Wait until everyone has left.

The whole room suddenly became quiet.

Zhu Gaochi leaned back in the armchair with his eyes half closed, frowning as if he was thinking about something.

That's it.

I don’t know how long it took.

Zhu Gaochi came back to his senses from his daze, slowly raised his head, a hint of intriguing meaning flashed across his face, and he murmured in a low voice:

"Second brother! Second child!"

"You are really well hidden. You have planted people in the Japanese pirate delegation."

"Now all the Jinyiwei in Yingtian City have been dispersed, including the people I have, but they have found nothing. And you are one step ahead of others and found the answer that no one else can find."

"Second dick!"

"You bastard, what kind of power do you have hidden in the dark?"

"How much power is there that has not been exposed to the sun?"

"What exactly do you want to do?"

"What is the meaning of finding so many people and accumulating so much power?"

……

The palace of the King of Han.

Zhu Gaoxu rushed back to the mansion exhausted, leaned on the soft couch in the pavilion, waved his hand to dismiss the guards and servants who were serving him in the courtyard, and said:
"Somebody come!"

"Tell Lao He to come to the pavilion to meet me as soon as possible."

Da da da……

Not long after.

Suddenly, the sound of hurried footsteps was heard at the entrance of the quiet courtyard.

Lao He's figure quickly appeared at the door.

get inside.

When he saw Zhu Gaoxu leaning on the couch with his eyes slightly closed, he quickly bowed and saluted:
"Old slave, pay your respects to the prince."

"I wonder if the prince has summoned me here to tell you something important?"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Gaoxu slowly opened his eyes, his face gloomy and grim, staring straight at Lao He who was very close to him, and asked in a deep voice:

"Old He!!"

"Who ordered what happened today?"

"Who took the initiative to do such a thing?"

"Are you still dissatisfied that the place is not messy enough? Are you dissatisfied that our goal is not big enough?"

"This king has been trying to reduce our presence as much as possible."

"Try to avoid attracting attention if you are a big tree."

"Why do you want to die?"

"If you want to die, just slit your own throat. Don't let me get involved."

"Shouldn't you give me a reasonable explanation?"

This statement came out.

In the entire courtyard, a chilling and bone-chilling coldness suddenly emerged and enveloped Lao He.

After hearing this.

Feeling the change in the atmosphere around him, Lao He couldn't help but tremble, his old face was full of fear and uneasiness, and then he knelt straight down and bowed:
"Your Majesty...Please calm down, please calm down."

"Forgive my ignorance. I really don't know what you are talking about, Your Majesty."

"Or maybe I have done something wrong, Your Majesty, please let me know."

"I don't know?"

"Ha ha……"

Zhu Gaoxu sneered, and his half-closed eyes suddenly opened. The coldness emanating from his body also turned into actual murderous intent at this moment, and he shouted angrily:
"What else?"

"Who told you to deliver the secret letter to the Jinyiwei prison?"

"What exactly do you want to do?"

"Show your own ability and despise the Jinyiwei's ability?"

"Or are you deliberately making enemies for me?"

"Are you using this as an excuse to force me?"

That's what I said.

It can be said that Old He was getting more and more confused. He looked at Zhu Gaoxu blankly and couldn't help but say:
"No, no, no... no."

"Your Majesty...Your Majesty...Is there any misunderstanding here?"

"This, this, this...how is this possible?"

"I have never heard anyone mention this, nor has anyone reported this situation!"

"Will..."

"This was not done by our people. Could it be that someone deliberately used this to throw dirty water on us?"

After hearing this.

At this moment, the roles were reversed, and it was Zhu Gaoxu's turn to be stunned and silent.

What the hell?
No one reported it, not even Lao He knew?

This, this, this...what is going on?
That means there are only two possibilities. One is that the people below acted on their own initiative. The other is that someone deliberately impersonated him and used this to cause trouble?
For a moment, Zhu Gaoxu frowned and fell silent.

After a long while, Zhu Gaoxu came back to his senses, his expression solemn and indifferent, and asked again in a deep voice:

"Old He!!"

"you sure?"

"No one has really reported it, or even you don't know about it?"

"Instead of you acting on your own?"

Hearing this, Lao He did not hesitate at all and quickly shook his head, saying:
"Your Majesty, please understand."

"I really don't know about this!"

"No one has ever mentioned this to me, unless the prince asked."

"I didn't know this happened."

Get a definite, affirmative answer.

Zhu Gaoxu half-closed his eyes and stared at Lao He coldly for a long time, his expression frighteningly cold, and said in a deep voice:

"Then what are you still doing?"