Ming Dynasty: I risked my life to teach the prince, the emperor begged me not to die

Chapter 272 The Zhang brothers were frightened

Zhang Heling's body trembled and his face turned as pale as paper.

He was just pretending last time, and he doesn’t want to go to the southwest again.

You said it's okay to go to the southwest to fight a war. After all, you have capable people under you, and you just need to be a general quietly.

But how miserable would it be if he were transferred to the southwest to serve as an official?
What is the environment like in the southwest? What is the environment like in Beijing? Who can withstand this?

Which fool would be willing to be an official in the southwest?

The more Zhang Heling thought about it, the more worried he became. He now saw through this guy. This kid was quite capable and could really influence the emperor's decision. What if he really transferred them brothers to serve as officials in the southwest? What would happen then?

Zhang Yanling said, "Don't panic, big brother! I'll take a few people to threaten him."

Zhang Heling widened his eyes and asked softly, "Yanling, can I hit you, brother? Just this once."

Come again?

Zhang Yanling hurriedly took two steps back and said to Zhang Heling, "Brother, what's wrong? I didn't say anything."

"You are as stupid as a pig! You are as stupid as a pig!"

"You clearly know that guy is not simple, but you still dare to bring people to threaten him? Are you tired of living?"

Zhang Heling shouted.

Zhang Yanling said: "So what if he is not simple? We are the emperor's brother-in-law!"

"fart!"

"Let me tell you, they are the real talents in the emperor's eyes. What about us? Don't you know what kind of people we are?"

"Without my sister supporting us, what are we brothers? Not even a pair!"

"Compared to the position that boy holds in the emperor's heart?"

Zhang Yanling scratched his head. What position does that boy hold in the emperor's heart? Does the emperor know who he is?
Either Zhang Yanling was not as transparent as his elder brother. He understood it after the war in the southwest. He could recommend Wang Shouren to fight in the war and let his brothers be puppets of Wang Shouren. These were all done by that kid.

No matter how he did it, the fact that he could do these things is enough to show how amazing he is.

"Go quickly and bring some small gifts. We want to show our goodwill to him." Zhang Heling said.

Zhang Yanling: "Ah? It has always been the officials in Peking who gave us gifts. When did we have to give gifts to others?"

It’s the opposite of Tiangang!

Seeing that he was hesitant, Zhang Heling could not help punching him on the head and scolding him, "Go! Now! Immediately! Otherwise, I will smash your dog head!"

……

Liu Jin has been ill these days, and Gu Dayong is temporarily serving Zhu Houzhao.

This evening, after finishing his lessons, Zhu Houzhao took Gu Dayong out of the East Palace, intending to go to Huaihua Hutong to find Chen Ce.

When passing by Chengqingfang Street, Gu Dayong brought Zhu Houzhao to a street full of lights and wine. It was crowded with people, young men and beautiful women, and it was very lively.

The whole block was filled with red sleeves, and Zhu Houzhao couldn't help but become interested and asked Gu Dayong, "What is this place, and why is it so lively?"

Gu Dayong smiled and said, "To answer your question, this place is a man's ecstasy cave. Unfortunately, I am not a man, so I cannot experience the pleasure. But I experienced it once before entering the palace, and the girls there are all very charming."

Zhu Houzhao said suspiciously: "Is it really that interesting? Then go in and take a look."

Gu Dayong said quickly, "Your Highness, this cannot happen. If Master Chen knew that I brought you here, I would be scolded by him."

Zhu Houzhao narrowed his eyes, stared at Gu Dayong indifferently, and said with a smile: "Gu Daban, what do you think of the West Factory? My little brother is not in good health, so I asked you to be the commander of the West Factory?"

Gu Dayong was delighted, but before he could thank him, Zhu Houzhao said again: "Why don't you be my teacher? You are so cunning, how come I didn't realize that there is a talent like you around me? You only know how to sow discord?" Gu Dayong broke out in a cold sweat instantly!
"Kneel down for me!"

Zhu Houzhao pointed at Gu Dayong sternly!
"You are not as good as Liu Jin. Do you know why I always take Liu Jin out of the palace? Because he knows his limits!"

"You? Are you qualified to sow discord between me and Chen Ce? Are you qualified? You can't even get past me, and you still dare to provoke him?"

"Kneel down here for me!"

"Go back to the palace!"

Zhu Houzhao lost all interest and walked towards the East Palace with the other eunuchs with his hands behind his back.

Gu Dayong wanted to get to the top, and the prerequisite for that was to replace Liu Jin and Chen Ce. Liu Jin was very important in the prince's heart, and he thought Chen Ce was just an outsider.

……

Chen Ce was dragged to Cuiwei Tower by the Zhang brothers without any explanation.

"My Lords, what are you doing?"

"I did have dinner."

Chen Ce was a little confused. After dinner tonight, he was reading in the study when the Zhang brothers came. They pulled Chen Ce and said they wanted to treat him to dinner. Without saying anything, they took him to Cuiwei Tower by the lake.

Fortunately, Madam Wu hasn't come back yet, otherwise the two brothers would probably have been severely beaten.

Although Chen Ce knew that they had no bad intentions, it looked like they really wanted to treat him to a meal.

But why? Why did these two stingy people suddenly pluck out their feathers?
Chen Ce thought for a long time but couldn't figure out why a casual remark from him scared the two brothers so much.

Cuiweilou by the lake, the largest restaurant in Peking, was already packed with people at this golden evening time.

The Zhang brothers felt that they had lost face, and they shouted angrily: "Call the owner of your dog-like shop to us!"

Two marquises and generals came to eat, and you said there were no private rooms? Are you tired of living? Don't you want to give us face? Can't you see that we are entertaining guests?
The head shopkeeper of Cuiwei Tower in Linhu Lake came over. When he saw Chen Ce, he hurried over and said, "Hey! Shopkeeper Chen, you're here. Why didn't you tell me earlier? I've reserved a private room for you."

Last time, Chen Ce helped him solve the problem of Jiao Huangzhong. Until now, Cuiwei Tower in Linhu has reserved a private room every day, where Chen Ce can come and eat for free at any time.

The two Zhang brothers were a little dumbfounded.

Karma?
Is this guy so proud?
The two marquises and generals had to use force to get into the private room, but the shop owner took the initiative to take this guy to the private room when he saw his face?
The two brothers looked at each other, and Zhang Yanling looked up and asked, "If he eats, will you guys get a free meal?"

I rely on!

Zhang Heling covered his face, wishing he could slap the dog to death! How dare you say such a shameful thing?
We can't afford a meal?
The shopkeeper of Linhu Cuiwei Tower said, "Of course, of course. Mr. Chen, please come in."

Holy shit! Can I really get a free meal? The second brother was smart. Fortunately, he asked. Otherwise, wouldn’t they have been taken advantage of?
After entering the private room, Chen Ce finally spoke helplessly, "My two lords, why did you come to see me?"

Zhang Heling rolled his eyes and said with a smile: "Haha, drink, drink first."

Chen Ce: "I don't drink."

"It's good not to drink alcohol. It's good for your health. Drinking tea is the same. Come and have some tea."

Zhang Heling was very attentive.

Chen Ce said speechlessly: "If you have something to say, just say it. If not, I'm leaving. I don't have time."

Zhang Heling hurriedly said, "No, don't go. Can we not go to the southwest?"

Chen Ce: “?”

Who asked you to go to the southwest? What else can you two useless guys do in the southwest except causing trouble?
(End of this chapter)