Chen Mao was silent for a moment, then picked up the tea cup next to him and took a sip of tea.
The implications of these words are actually very obvious.
What does it mean depends on the situation, that is to say, in addition to Zhang Fu being able to testify against Xu Bin together with Xiao Weizhen, he can also work with Xu Bin to confess that it is the emperor's will.
As long as it can be proven that it was done in accordance with the order, even if the mission still has to bear certain responsibilities, there are ways to change things.
Of course, the price is that the reputation of the Supreme Emperor will be damaged, and the Empress Dowager Sun in the palace will definitely be dissatisfied.
After all, she must be more concerned about the reputation and safety of the Supreme Emperor than the life and death of Zhang Fu and others.
In this way, it is not difficult to explain why Zhang Xi left him alone to talk.
Jiao Jing is a member of the Empress Dowager Sun. If you say these words in front of him, you will definitely be opposed.
Sighing, Chen Mao asked: "But if this happens, where is the palace?"
Zhang Fu was calm. It was obvious that after talking with Zhang Fu in prison, he had a clear understanding of many things.
"Brother Shunqing also knows that the palace has already become wary of the British Duke. After the incident with Uncle Huichang, it is destined that we will never be able to return to the close relationship we had before."
"Since both parties know that it is impossible to trust each other unconditionally, why bother doing these useless efforts?"
"In the final analysis, as long as the British Crown remains, the palace has no other choice, and of course, the same goes for us."
Chen Mao was stunned for a moment, and after a moment, Fang smiled bitterly.
"Sure enough, when it comes to analyzing the situation, Third Master sees it clearly."
These words hit the nail on the head and made it clear and undisguised the current awkward relationship between the British Duke and the Queen Mother.
For Empress Dowager Sun, the huge influence of the British government among the nobles was an indispensable help in welcoming back the Emperor.
As far as the British government is concerned, they have already established their position in the DPRK and cannot change their course.
But because of the Huichang Bo incident, the rift between the two parties was difficult to mend.
Empress Dowager Sun now needs to both guard against and use the British government, but she can no longer have complete trust.
So at this time, it doesn't matter whether the palace is happy or unhappy.
No matter how hard she tried to please, Empress Dowager Sun could not let go of Huichang Bo's feelings.
The two parties are united by interests, so as long as the British government's huge influence on the nobles is still there, and as long as they still support the return of the Supreme Emperor, then even if she does something that makes the Queen Mother Sun angry or even angry, she will only
You can pretend that nothing happened.
There is no doubt that Zhang Fu's existence played a vital role in stabilizing the foundation of the British government.
So at this time, it is actually not difficult to distinguish which one is more serious.
After hearing this, Zhang Xi also sighed deeply and said.
"Actually, this is a helpless move. Uncle Huichang's matter is really irreversible. According to the third brother's wishes, the palace should not offend anyone if possible."
There was something in this remark, and Chen Mao immediately reacted and said seriously.
"Second Master, don't worry. The reason why the British government offended the palace was all because they wanted to save me. I am naturally grateful for this kindness. This time the Third Master is in trouble, I will do my best."
Zhang Shi also stood up, helped Chen Mao up, and said: "Brother Shun Qing, there is no need to be like this. You and I are good friends of the family, and this is what we should do."
Chen Mao sat down again and asked directly: "Second Master, please tell me how to cooperate. I will do my best."
Zhang Mian nodded and said: "Actually, there is not much difference from what I just said. It's just that when the time comes, I'm afraid Ren Li will be afraid. When the time comes..."
After hearing Zhang Shi's plan, Chen Mao hesitated for a while.
After a while, he finally made a decision and sighed.
"In that case, then I will follow Third Master's arrangements. But if this is the case, when the Emperor returns in the future..."
Hearing this, Zhang Xi was also a little silent, thought for a while, and said.
"The Supreme Emperor and the Holy Mother are different after all. To be disrespectful, the Holy Mother is a member of the harem after all and is not decisive enough. The Supreme Emperor has been in charge for many years, so he can naturally make clear decisions about the overall situation."
"The efforts we have made for the return of the Supreme Emperor will not go unnoticed by him. He will not care about the necessary sacrifices."
Chen Mao looked complicated and nodded: "I hope so..."
Seeing this situation, Zhang Xi forced out a smile and said.
"Brother Shunqing, there is no need to be pessimistic. After all, Xu Bin was the first to reveal the truth. The third brother has denied it from the beginning and tried his best to protect the Supreme Emperor."
"However, the government and the public know where Jin Yiwei is. Even if the third brother cannot survive various punishments and is forced to tell the truth, it will be inevitable."
"If the Holy Mother and the Supreme Emperor are to be blamed, Xu Bin must be blamed first."
Okay, this is a reason.
Although Chen Mao knew in his heart that this was just a cover to allow both parties to get down the stairs, but having this cover was better than nothing.
At this moment, the housekeeper of the British government outside suddenly walked in, looking a little embarrassed.
Seeing this, Zhang Xi frowned and asked, "What happened?"
Seeing the butler's eyes glancing in Chen Mao's direction, Zhang Mian looked a little unhappy and said directly.
"Uncle Ning Yang is not an outsider. If you have anything to say, just say it!"
So, the housekeeper leaned over and reported.
"Second Master, something happened over there with the Jin Yiwei. Not long after you came out, Lu Zhong, the commander of the Jin Yiwei, led a large group of lieutenants and arrested Menda, Lu Gao, Xie Tong, Liu Jing and other adults.
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"Subsequently, Lu Zhong summoned all officials from more than a hundred households in Jinyiwei, and in front of everyone, he took four people to the execution hall and beat them with sticks for half an hour."
"Menda and Lugao were killed on the spot. Xie Tong and Liu Jing were imprisoned in the imperial prison with half a breath left."
After finishing speaking, the flower hall was quiet for a long time.
Zhang Xi's face was a little stiff and he didn't react for a long time.
Of course he knew that his meeting with Zhang Fu could not be kept secret for long.
But he didn't expect that the emperor would know so quickly and take action so decisively. Not only would Menda be arrested, but even his cronies would not be spared.
It's okay to just catch him, but he was so ruthless.
You know, Menda's official position is not very high, but he is also a fifth-rank imperial official.
Zhang Min didn't believe that Lu Zhong dared to punish a fifth-grade Qianhu with a stick to death without the emperor's order, and in front of so many people.
The implication of killing chickens to scare monkeys is too obvious.
In the end, Chen Mao was the first to react and said decisively.
"Second Master, we can't wait any longer. The arrest of Menda and others means that the emperor has noticed our contact with Third Master. As a result, Third Master's situation is worrying."
"After this incident, Lu Zhong will definitely be under strict guard, and our connection with the prison will be completely cut off. If we wait any longer, the third master may really be tortured."
Zhang Shi also trembled, got up suddenly, walked around the flower hall, and said:
"Yes, if that's the case, I'm afraid this matter will have to be brought forward. In this way, Brother Lao Shun will go to various mansions again. After I go to the Duke Chengguo's mansion tomorrow, we will take action during the morning court session.
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Chen Mao nodded without hesitation, and Zhang Xi felt relieved, but there was still a trace of worry between his eyebrows...
This chapter has been completed!