Chu Yuanzhou watched this scene with understanding and secretly sighed that Chu Yi was also a man. If Chu Yi told the emperor today that it was Chu Yuan who had tea stains all over him, he would probably make the emperor feel uneasy. If you take things personally, you can still get a generous and respectful impression. This is a very good move.
After leaving the banquet, a holy message came to Chu Yi's residence, saying that he had made great contributions in compiling history books and that he was responsible for the compilation of the Hanlin Academy. He was officially promoted to the commander of the prohibition army and was in charge of the security of the palace and the capital. He was rewarded again. He has a lot of things, ranging from seasonal fabrics to palace treasures.
Chu Yi accepted the acknowledgment respectfully, with a calm expression on his face. Eunuch Zhu, who came to pass on the acknowledgment, said meaningfully: "Congratulations to the second prince for your hard work."
Chu Yi glanced at Eunuch Zhu and said nothing. He just bowed deeply to Eunuch Zhu and said, "Thank you so much, Eunuch, for your kind words."
Eunuch Zhu hurriedly helped him up and said, "I can't bear the great gift from the second prince. When I was about to die from illness, if Lady Ling hadn't invited an imperial doctor for me, I would have reported to King Yama long ago. Ling Mei was very kind to her slave. Before she died, she asked her to take good care of the second prince. The slave was weak and had been entrusted by Ling Mei over the years. Now that the second prince has been favored, Ling Mei can rest in peace. Already."
Chu Yi's biological mother was a maid before her death. She and the emperor only had a romantic relationship for one night, but unexpectedly became pregnant with Chu Yi. Although she was later promoted as a beauty, her status was always very low. Her appearance was just ordinary among ordinary people. , she would become ugly among the palace concubines. Although the emperor named her a beauty, it was ironic.
She and the emperor only became husband and wife for one night, and were not favored at all. She also put a lot of effort into helping Eunuch Zhu, so Eunuch Zhu was always grateful for her kindness.
Chu Yi said slowly: "My father-in-law is now a famous person in front of my father. He still remembers the friendship in the past. It is really rare for him to repay his kindness like this. Chu Yi can come back to the palace this time, knowing that my father-in-law is out of trouble." I have lost my strength. Chu Yi has been in Ningde for many years and has nothing around him. This is Xu Yinliang's only wish, hoping to win the eyes of my father-in-law."
After he said that, he took out a silver note from his arms and handed it to Eunuch Zhu.
Eunuch Zhu looked at the banknote and smiled, but did not reach out to take it. He only said lightly: "I owe Miss Ling my life. This is what I should do. The second prince first entered the court, and there will be many places in the future. If you want to take care of things, where can I collect money from the second prince?"
Chu Yi saw that his face was firm and there was no trace of greed, and knowing that he was sincerely helping him, he felt strong at the moment. He took the money back, looked at Eunuch Zhu and said: "Eunuch-in-law, Chu Yi has taken note of his kindness."
Chu Yi did not promise any benefits to Eunuch Zhu, but Eunuch Zhu was very happy to hear this. He looked at Chu Yi and said: "I have lived in the palace for a long time. Although I don't know how to recognize people, I still feel that I am somewhat accurate in reading people. Two The prince is calm and dignified, and he will definitely become a great figure in the future."
"Thank you, Eunuch, for your kind words." Chu Yi said calmly: "Chu Yi just wants to have a safe place to live and live, so that he can no longer be bullied by evil slaves."
Eunuch Zhu smiled and said, "The second prince's ambitions go beyond this."
Chu Yi's eyes moved slightly, Eunuch Zhu bent his waist deeply, gave a big gift, bowed out with a slight smile on his lips, and walked out slowly.