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Chapter 230 After ascending the throne
"Long live my emperor!"

Amidst the shouts of long live the mountains,
Zhao Zongquan officially ascended the throne and proclaimed himself emperor.
Zhao Zhen also completed his mission and was buried in Yongzhao Mausoleum!
The big week has opened a new page!
Because Zhao Zongquan came from an ordinary clan, the court would be unstable. For the time being, as in the original work, Empress Dowager Cao will be in charge of the jade seal and listen to politics behind the curtain for a period of time as a transition!
Zhao Zongquan and Empress Cao have just come into contact and are still in the running-in period.

One is humble and one is kind!
So the atmosphere above the court is very harmonious!

The rewards for counterinsurgency that had not been promulgated before were also promulgated with the new emperor's succession!
The generals of the Xu family gained a lot,
Xu Wenhui also took the opportunity to resign from his actual position and take a temporary position in the Privy Council!
The Privy Council was originally an agency that existed side by side with Zhongshu's sect, and they were both called the "Second House"!
Among them, the Zhongshu Menxia Province is in charge of government affairs, and the Privy Council is in charge of military affairs.
At that time, the Privy Council had twelve chambers, which were divided into Cao Cao's offices. They were in charge of military and state affairs, military defense, border preparations, and military orders. They also issued secret orders to assist in the governance of the country.

He is in charge of all matters concerning the guards, internal and external bans, recruitment, trials, relocation, garrisoning, rewards and punishments.

In a word, the Privy Council can basically govern anything that has anything to do with military affairs!
But later on, as peace became more and more peaceful, the noble and the powerful became less important!
Most of the Privy Council returned to the Ministry of War, leaving only the review, military status, staff and other errands to talk about!

Some are almost like the emperor's military and political staff, who can intervene in military affairs! Relatively noble but without real power!
Many veterans such as the British Duke and the former General Peng are serving in the Privy Council!
However, the two of them are aware of the Privy Council and concurrently aware of the Privy Council, and are the first and second leaders of the Privy Council!
Xu Wenhui just signed a letter to the Privy Council, which was equivalent to the deputy below the first and second leaders! According to current terms, he is almost a member of the Standing Committee of this department!

Gu Yankai was actually qualified to join the Privy Council at first, but there was no one close to him in the Gu family to replace him in command of the army, so there was no one to succeed him! So he has been personally in charge of the Beijing Camp!

A few days after Zhao Zongquan ascended the throne,
On this day,

In Chongzheng Hall,

Because Xu Wenhui and the British Duke were both nobles, they naturally walked together.
"Hey, now that the Queen Mother is angry, the Gu family may have some difficulties this time!"

Anyway, if this kind of thing happens again and again, there is no telling what the result will be, and besides, there is still the British public in front!

Not only were the fourth members of the Gu family involved in the rebellion, but they also indirectly killed Cao Guozhang of the Cao family, which was considered a complete evil to the Queen Mother Cao!

Because of the relationship with some sergeants,

Xu Wenhui will just be lazy for the time being!

Now Queen Mother Cao is bent on avenging her younger brother and demands a strict investigation of the Gu family!
The Minister of Justice just now reported on some of the situations found out about the Gu family during this period!
Except for the fourth room, the rest were not deeply involved, and they thought the case could be closed, which made Empress Dowager Cao very dissatisfied!
The wording was very harsh, and I asked him to reiterate it, as if he was determined to find out something!
Even if the Gu family doesn't die this time, they will probably shed their skin. Who let him be caught?

"Bosheng, I know that you were on good terms with Gu Tingye and admired the late Duke Wu Jing! But the Queen Mother's anger has not subsided yet, so don't get involved for the time being! Wait for a while and see what happens!"

"Hey, what's the trouble? I've been friends with Yankai for many years, and we've fought together to kill enemies. It's just a pity that he...hey...forget it, let's not talk about this anymore! Where are you going to go later? , are you free, would you like to have a drink with me?"

So in addition to several zaifu and six ministers, Xu Wenhui and other leaders of the Privy Council were also present!
This is considered a small group of people at the highest level of the country.
Everyone present either has a lot of beards or is an old man!

Xu Wenhui knew that the old British general was a good friend, so he expressed gratitude:
"Don't worry, Shibo, Wen Hui is awake! Now the Queen Mother is holding back her anger! How dare I encounter this bad luck?"

"Then it's troublesome, Uncle Shi! Cao Guozhang has something to do with me in this matter. It's really hard for me to come forward. If I go, I might cause trouble for the Queen Mother, which will have the opposite effect!"

"Well! You are right to think so. I was worried that you would be impulsive! In this way, after some time, the Queen Mother's anger has subsided, and I will go to the Queen Mother in person to talk! I want to see if the Queen Mother can forgive Wu Jinggong. One or two!”

Hearing the British Duke's sigh, Xu Wenhui also nodded slightly in agreement!

The British public was afraid that Xu Wenhui would be involved without knowing the importance of it, so he continued:

Everyone exchanged greetings and left Chongzheng Hall, each going back to his or her own office!

Emperor Zhao Zongquan called some people for a meeting.
Let’s discuss some of the current investigation situations of the rebel king’s remaining party, and then give corresponding convictions!

So Xu Wenhui was sitting at the bottom of the table, and he didn't talk if he could, and he looked very low-key!
Even if it involves matters involving the Gu family, Xu Wenhui did not speak this time!

Only Xu Wenhui looked very young and a little dazzling!

"If nothing happens, I will disturb the Duke!"

After the meeting,

Although Cao Guozhang said that he returned to the palace to protect the emperor and the queen, it had something to do with Xu Wenhui's advice!
Now, although Empress Dowager Cao has no intention of blaming Xu Wenhui, it is best for Xu Wenhui not to hang around in front of Empress Dowager Cao to excuse the Gu family!
The British gentleman just pretended that he did not understand what Xu Wenhui meant and did not comment. He just smiled and said:

As soon as Xu Wenhui agreed, he saw a young eunuch running towards him from a distance.

While running, he also greeted Xu Wenhui and the British father.
"Old Duke, stay! General Xu, stay!"

In addition to being a member of the Privy Council, Xu Wenhui is also a general of the Shangzhu Kingdom and the auxiliary state! The last two are one with honorary title and the other with casual official status. They are not of much use, but they can receive an extra two cents of salary, which sounds nice and is also somewhat beneficial!

There is still nothing to say about the treatment of officials in the Zhou Dynasty!
Upon hearing this, the British public knew that there must be something else going on, and he immediately felt disappointed.

"Looks like it won't work this time, maybe next time! It seems it will be difficult to have a good drink with Bo Sheng, haha!"

Speaking of which, Xu Wenhui and the British father did not drink much. When Xu Wenhui heard this, he also smiled and said:
"Haha, Shibo and I are both in the Privy Council now. There are many opportunities. I will invite Shibo some other time!"

"Haha, it's true. I think that in just a few years, we will be colleagues! Haha! I feel relieved to have a talented person like you among the nobles!"

"Where, where is Shibo's praise?"

While talking, the young eunuch came closer,

"Old Duke, Mr. Xu! Please come over, please!"

……

Naturally, Xu Wenhui and the British Duke couldn't refuse the emperor's invitation!
The two of them followed the little eunuch back! Just as I was walking, I realized that it was not the way back to Chongzheng Hall.

The British Duke looked at Xu Wenhui with doubts. He knew that Xu Wenhui had served as the commander of the bodyguards and was very familiar with the layout of the palace!
Xu Wenhui knew where this was going, but he was a little surprised just because he knew it, so he asked the young eunuch directly:
"Are you going to the Imperial Garden? The officials want to meet us in the Imperial Garden?"

The Imperial Garden is located in the inner palace of the palace and belongs to the harem!
You had a good time in Chongzheng Hall just now, so why did you have to go to the Imperial Garden to summon him now?

Upon hearing this, the young eunuch immediately bowed and replied:
"General Xu, we are in the Imperial Garden!"

On the other hand, the British Duke was thoughtful after hearing this and said in a low voice:

"I'm afraid the officials want to talk to us about some private matters..."

Xu Wenhui thought for a while and nodded, I'm afraid that's really the case! Otherwise, there is no need to go to the Royal Garden!

Probably because the scenery there is nice and the mood is good, so it’s easier to talk about things!

……

Arriving at the Royal Garden,
Unexpectedly,

Emperor Zhao Zongquan is temporarily absent,
On the contrary, his eldest son, the newly minted King Huan, Zhao Ceying, and his brother-in-law, the newly appointed commander of the Imperial Guard and Military Division, Shen Congxing, were present!

These two people seemed to know that Xu Wenhui and the British Duke were coming,
As soon as they saw the two of them, they came up to chat and said that the emperor had other matters and would be back soon!

Then the two of them kept looking for topics to chat with Xu Wenhui and the British public, and their tone was quite warm and humble!
Especially Shen Congxing, who showed no aura of uncle-in-law at all, humbly asked Xu Wenhui for advice, asking Xu Wenhui, a veteran of the Guards and Military Division, to give him more guidance on the affairs of the Guards and Military Division!

Naturally, Xu Wenhui would not refuse in front of King Huan, and briefly explained some of the regulations.
In fact, when Shen Congxing took office, someone naturally explained these things. Everyone was just talking to communicate with each other!
Speaking of which, Xu Wenhui has a general sense of this Shen Congxing,
In fact, it's not just him, nor is it just for Shen Congxing!

It can be said that few nobles in Bianjing have much favorable impressions of people from Yuzhou!
On the one hand, the old forces reject the new star forces, and on the other hand, the old nobles somewhat look down on these lucky people!

After all, our ancestors all contributed to the country, and these people are just relying on nepotism!

So the general attitude is lukewarm!

Just make it look good!

……

After chatting for a while,

King Huan Zhao Ceying suddenly smiled at Xu Wenhui and said:
"General Xu, I heard that you are not married yet? Oh! This can't be done! General Xu is the great general of Zhou Dynasty. How can you do it without getting married? It's okay to have three wives and four concubines. !
How about I introduce it to you? Haha, speaking of the outstanding people in Yuzhou, this girl is as beautiful as any of them! "

Shen Congxing smiled and nodded repeatedly, but did not dare to echo!

Speaking of which, he is Xu Wenhui's subordinate. There are things that superiors can say but subordinates cannot. If he wants to echo some things about Xu Wenhui's marriage, it would be a bit overbearing and ridiculing!
Although Zhao Ceying sounded like he was joking, there was no guarantee that he had any other profound meaning.
Maybe he wanted to join forces, but Xu Wenhui still had a mission. How could he agree? He winked at the British Minister and said with a smile:
"Your Majesty, although the official is not married yet, he has been engaged for a long time. However, the other party is the youngest daughter in the family, and one of the fifth sisters above has not been married, so it has been temporarily delayed!"

The British Duke also understood what Xu Wenhui meant, and knew that Xu Wenhui probably didn't want to marry the royal family. This was tantamount to rejection, and the atmosphere was awkward, so he immediately agreed with a smile:
"Haha, when it comes to this matter, I know the best! I'm not afraid of His Highness's jokes!
Wen Hui was the first person I took a fancy to! I once thought of recruiting a son-in-law, but what a pity, what a pity! Before I even opened my mouth, this guy got engaged! I heard that she is your great-aunt's granddaughter? Have you known your childhood sweetheart since childhood? "

"Ashamed, ashamed, the Duke fell in love with me by mistake! Yes, Minglan was raised by my great-aunt since she was a child. Now that my great-aunt is getting older, she is a little worried about my cousin, so she entrusted her to me!"

Hearing the refusal of Xu Wenhui and the British father-in-law, Zhao Ceying said with regret:
"I see, it makes me look like I was in trouble just now! General Xu will definitely let me know when he will get married. I will have to go get a glass of wine then!"

Although it looks very regretful on the surface, Zhao Ceying is actually mentally prepared. After all, he must know Xu Wenhui's current status and whether he is engaged or not.

I also know that Minglan’s background is not high, and now she is somewhat unworthy of Xu Wenhui, so she gave a glimmer of hope.
After all, Xu Wenhui is young and holds a high position of authority!
He is the best among the old nobles. If he marries Xu Wenhui, it will be very beneficial to stabilize the current situation of the royal family!
Not only Zhao Ceying showed regret, but Shen Congxing also saw Xu Wenhui's rejection and was greatly disappointed!
Because the person they wanted to introduce to Xu Wenhui was either someone else or his biological sister.

There are three siblings, Shen Congxing, and the eldest sister is now Empress Shen, the first wife of Zhao Zongquan!

Shen Congxing is the second eldest child, and he still has a biological sister below, who happens to be below the marriageable age!

Originally, I wanted to find an in-law for my third sister in Yuzhou, but who would have thought that things have changed now and everyone is getting richer!

Shen Congxing naturally wants to find a better in-law for this sister!

Xu Wenhui has a suitable personality and identity, and he can also help the emperor, his brother-in-law. He is really the best candidate!

When Xu Wenhui went to Yuzhou as a deputy envoy a few days ago, they took a liking to Xu Wenhui at first sight!
However, after investigation, we found that Xu Wenhui was engaged, so we could only tactfully test the situation and see what happened!
Looking at it now, it really doesn’t work!

Xu Wenhui's current status is not easy to force! It seems that my sister has no connection with General Xu!
Zhao Ceying and Shen Congxing were disappointed and regretful at the same time. Xu Wenhui roughly guessed something.
He also knew that Shen Congxing had a younger sister. Although if he agreed, he could become brother-in-law with the emperor, which seemed good!

But to be honest, for Xu Wenhui now, it is just the icing on the cake, not a big benefit!

And the most important thing is that the task is important, and Minglan is indeed not bad, she looks exactly like Xiao Zhao, which can satisfy some of the imagination of the opposite sex!
So Xu Wenhui could only say sorry to that little Mrs. Shen!
Xu Wenhui pretended not to see the regrets on Zhao Ceying and Shen Congxing's faces, raised his hands and said with a smile:
"If King Huan can come here, the palace will naturally be full of glory. When the date is set, I will inform you as soon as possible! Uncle Guo, you will also come when the time comes!"

The last sentence is an invitation to Shen Congxing!

Shen Congxing came back to his senses after hearing this, smiled and nodded repeatedly.
"That's natural. General Xu invited me, how could I not go! I will definitely have a few more drinks then!"

(End of this chapter)