King of Han Dynasty of Ming Dynasty

in the room.

As Yang Shiqi's decisive voice rang out, the originally silent and depressing atmosphere slowly eased and began to warm up.

The prince's eyes lit up, and he nodded in satisfaction at his attitude, saying:

"good."

"Shiqi is indeed a minister of the imperial court."

"With such determination and awareness, I am very happy."

"In that case."

"Come with us to see Chen Ji and see if Master Chen is used to resting after suddenly changing to a new place, or if he has any other dissatisfaction."

"I will also give you a detailed introduction to resolve your doubts and let you see what the King of Han and I have been busy with recently to satisfy your curiosity."

"You should also help me with some advice and see if I have been fooled by the second brother in this matter."

"Hahaha"

As he spoke, Zhu Gaochi was in a very good mood at the moment and couldn't help but make a joke.

Then, he turned his head to look at Zhu Gaoxu, who was sitting beside him and drinking hot tea leisurely, and asked with a smile:
"Second child"

"What do you think of this arrangement?"

"Is there anything wrong? Do you have any other suggestions?"

Zhu Gaoxu, who was called out in vain, was slightly stunned.

On this matter.

Naturally, he had no opinions or suggestions. It had always been part of Yang Shiqi's plan to participate in the reform of the imperial examination system.

However, because the prince was reluctant to do so, he put it on hold.

So today, the two of them did not go to look for Yang Shiqi.

Otherwise, how could we be having this moment?

It was done early.

What can he say about this?

However, Yang Shiqi, who could have escaped the disaster and not been imprisoned in the imperial prison, could have lived a leisurely life by arranging materials and records and contributing to the reform of the imperial examination system. However, as luck would have it, he actually ran away and was ultimately unable to escape.

Thinking of Zhu Gaoxu, he couldn't help but feel sympathy for him.

Sometimes, he didn't know how to evaluate this guy Yang Shiqi.

Afterwards, Zhu Gaoxu gently put down the teacup in his hand, straightened his robe, stood up, nodded and agreed:

"Good."

"What opinions can we have?"

"Everything depends on you, boss. Just make the decision."

"Let's go then!"

As he spoke, Zhu Gaoxu turned his head to look outside the door and shouted:

"Somebody come!"

"Lead the way."

Afterwards, the tightly closed door was slowly opened, and Ji Gang appeared. He bowed respectfully, made a gesture to lead the way, and said:

"Your Highness, Prince Han, please!"

The group walked slowly towards the depths of the Jinyiwei prison.

Not long after.

Led by Ji Gang, the group came to the place where Chen Ji was "imprisoned".

Ji Gang took the lead and stretched out his hand to push open the tightly closed stone door to go in.

"Wait!"

“Knock on the door first!”

"They are not real prisoners, so they should be given due respect."

Seeing this, Zhu Gaoxu took a step forward, grabbed Ji Gang's hand as he was about to push the door open and stopped him, while at the same time reaching out and gently knocking on the closed stone door.

"Dong dong dong..."

Suddenly, a crisp knock on the door was heard in the silent corridor, breaking the original tranquility.

That's it.

After a long while, an old, slightly hoarse, sleepy voice came from inside the tightly closed stone door, saying:

"Who?"

"What is it?"

The person who spoke this voice was none other than Chen Ji, who was "captured" in the imperial prison today.

After hearing this and seeing Prince of Han Zhu Gaoxu acting like this, Yang Shiqi, who was standing next to him, was really surprised.

When did King of Han Zhu Gaoxu become so polite?
He even knew to knock on the door and knew the word respect.

It was like a knife pulling the butt, it was definitely an eye-opener, it was a little unbelievable.

Is this still the reckless and impetuous King of Han Zhu Gaoxu?
Why doesn’t it feel like that?
This move was something Yang Shiqi had never expected.

Just now.

Zhu Gaoxu's voice sounded again, replying:
"Chen Ji..."

"The prince and I are here to see you."

"After all, this is your first time in the Imperial Prison today, and we know that you are old, so we are worried about your adaptation."

"At the same time, I have also found you an assistant to help you deal with the current situation."

"It can be regarded as sharing the work for you."

"I wonder if this is convenient for you?"

"If it's possible, I'll come in!"

"If you need to clean up, we can wait outside the door for a while."

Seeing Zhu Gaoxu introduce himself.

Behind the stone gate, Chen Ji, who was suddenly awakened from his sweet dream, was originally a little angry in his heart, but when he learned that the people who came to place him were the King of Han and the Prince, and also sent him an assistant.

The anger and dissatisfaction in Chen Ji's heart disappeared in an instant.

Then, the stone door that was originally tightly closed was slowly opened, and Chen Ji appeared at the door in a thin nightgown, bowed respectfully and said:

"My clothes are a little disheveled, I hope the Crown Prince and Prince Han will forgive me."

While speaking, Chen Ji couldn't help but glance behind Zhu Gaoxu, wanting to see which unlucky guy was locked up in the imperial prison in the middle of the night to accompany him.

I don’t know, I’m scared.

Because on the entire corridor, apart from Jinyiwei and Zhu Gaoxu, there was only Yang Shiqi left. There was no doubt that the guy he considered to be the unlucky one must be Yang Shiqi.

After confirming his identity, Chen Ji couldn't help but be stunned. To be honest, he never dreamed that this person would be Yang Shiqi. When he heard Zhu Gaoxu's words just now, he thought that he was just some promising student in the Hanlin Academy.

At the same time, Chen Ji's doubts became more and more intense.

Although he is a commoner and not an official in the court, it does not mean that he is isolated from the news and knows nothing.

Isn't this old fellow Yang Shiqi a senior official whom His Royal Highness the Crown Prince trusts very much?

Why was Yang Shiqi involved in this?
Considering Yang Shiqi's official position and ability, according to normal logic, he would be more useful in the court than following him in this dark prison to write teaching materials for the imperial examination reform!

Why was he sent here? Isn't this a waste of talent?

Besides...

Is the prince really willing to do this?
Thinking of this, Chen Ji's eyes narrowed and his gaze suddenly became deep.

"Chen Ji..."

"After all, this place is your territory at this stage."

"Won't you invite me and the prince in to sit down?"

"It's not right to leave the guests outside after the door is open."

"Wouldn't you please show some hospitality?"

Just when Chen Ji was stunned and confused, he heard Zhu Gaoxu's playful and teasing voice, which instantly pulled his drifting thoughts back.

Hearing this, Chen Ji's expression changed. He also realized that something was wrong with him. He did not dare to hesitate at all and waved his hands repeatedly:

"No, no, no..."

"How dare the common people do this?"

"It was the common people who did something wrong in this matter."

While apologizing, Chen Ji bowed slightly, stretched out his hand and made a gesture of invitation, saying:

"Prince Han, Your Highness the Crown Prince, please come in."

Afterwards, at Chen Ji's invitation, the group quickly walked behind the stone gate.

After entering, Yang Shiqi, who was following behind, was instantly shocked by what he saw. He looked around like a curious baby. The interior space in front of him was completely different from the dark and gloomy one just now. This scene completely overturned his cognition.

At the same time, it also made him unbelievable that there was such a unique place in the Jinyiwei prison. He was also extremely curious why there was such a place deep in the Jinyiwei prison, and why it took time and money to build such a place.

According to normal logic, isn't Jinyiwei a place where people are interrogated and detained?
What is the purpose and significance of building such a place?
Who would be willing to live in this place?

Moreover, who among those who were really imprisoned by the Jinyiwei Prison would be qualified to live in such a place? If such a place was really built for a prisoner, it would be better to detain him directly in a villa outside!

No matter how you calculate it, this is a better deal.

Although Yang Shiqi had many doubts and curiosities in his heart, after what he had just experienced and being scolded and punished, he became very honest at this moment. He followed everyone quietly and only dared to look around, but did not dare to ask the doubts in his heart.

After all, he is not a fool.

If there is such a place, then there must be a reason for its existence.

There is absolutely no benefit for him to delve into too much and know too much. Instead, it is very likely to put himself in danger.

When everyone entered, Chen Ji really acted like the protagonist of this place. While inviting everyone to take a seat, he took out the prepared tea leaves and poured tea for everyone, saying with a smile:

"Your Highness, Prince Han, Lord Yang, Commander Ji, please."

Having said that, Chen Ji himself was not polite at all. After greeting, he picked up the teacup on the table and started to drink.

There is no other way.

I was imprisoned today.

He had just arrived in an unfamiliar place, and it was like a bolt from the blue, leaving him completely unprepared. So even Zhu Gaoxu and the Crown Prince left in the afternoon, leaving him alone to adapt.

But as a normal person, how could he adapt to such a sudden change all of a sudden? What's more, he has a big family of his own, so naturally he has some worries and concerns in his heart.

So his mind was full of thoughts. He had just laid down and felt a little sleepy, just as he was about to take a nap, but there was a rapid knock on the tightly closed stone door, which woke him up from the sleepiness he had finally managed to summon.

Then, his original intention was to refuse directly, and he wanted to see if he could continue to rest.

What can I do?

From outside the stone gate came the greetings and caring voice of Han King Zhu Gaoxu, and the Crown Prince was also accompanying him on this trip.

Although Zhu Gaoxu's words were cordial, all he uttered were seeking his opinion, giving him the power to refuse.

But given the identities of Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaochi, how could he really refuse, and how could he be so ignorant of the seriousness of the matter?
Dele.

In the end, he had no choice but to bite the bullet and drive away the sleepiness that he had finally driven away. He simply tidied up his clothes and went out to greet everyone.

After sipping the warm tea in the cup to refresh his mind and clear his thoughts, Chen Ji slowly put down the teacup in his hand, turned his head calmly and looked at the Han King Zhu Gaoxu next to him, and asked quietly:
"I just heard what the prince said."

"This time, I came here to send an assistant to me, someone who will work with me."

"I don't know."

Although Chen Ji had some guesses in his mind, he did not point them out directly. After all, everyone wanted to save face. There were some things that the Crown Prince and the Prince of Han could say, but he could not, so he had to pretend to be ignorant.

Hearing this, Zhu Gaoxu narrowed his eyes slightly, half jokingly, and said with a laugh:

"Chen Ji."

"Among us, who has the ability to be your deputy and is so well-read?"

This is said.

Chen Ji was slightly stunned, with a look of astonishment on his face. He pondered for a moment, came back to his senses, and showed an extremely helpless smile on his face. He shook his head and said:
"Prince of Han"

"This statement is actually embarrassing for the common people."

"Lord Yang, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, Lord Ji, and Prince Han are all well-read people with thousands of cranes in their hearts."

"How can a commoner know?"

"Please, Your Majesty, please don't joke with me about this matter. Don't make fun of me."

This statement was absolutely flawless, as if he didn't offend anyone and cleared himself of all charges.

Have to admit.

Although Chen Ji did not hold any official position in the court, the speed at which he thought about things and the twists and turns he made were just as good as those old officials in the court, and even better than them. His speech was of a very high standard.

One has to admit that if Chen Ji was not already old and unwilling to enter the officialdom, with his flexible adaptability, if he really entered the officialdom, his official position would probably be higher than that of his brother Chen Qia.

This also truly proves the famous saying: People become spirits when they grow old, and things become monsters when they grow old.

Seeing his serious and careless appearance, Zhu Gaoxu lost the desire to tease him and did not dwell on the matter too much. He smiled and waved his hand at him, saying:

"Okay, okay."

"The king and Ji Gang are both warriors and stinking soldiers. We are not worthy of such praise from Master Chen, nor do we have the ability to read a lot of books."

"Among us, the only ones who can assist you in this matter cannot be just the two of us."

"As for the current situation, it is naturally none other than Lord Yang."

"I wonder if Mr. Chen has any objection to this, or if he has a different opinion?" (End of this chapter)