When he asked the question, Zhao Junchen's expression was full of indifference and alienation, as if he had no relationship at all with Zhang Daoquan.
Zhang Daoquan never expected that Zhao Junchen would respond to him like this. He couldn't help but become more and more panicked and said repeatedly: "Zhao, Mr. Zhao Ge, I have always been loyal to you! Ever since I came to Beijing.
, I always give my best to all your instructions, and I don’t dare to shirk or slack off. There is hard work even if there is no credit..."
At this point, seeing that Zhao Junchen's indifferent attitude had not changed at all, Zhang Daoquan said urgently: "Old Ge Mingjian! Although the villain is in trouble now, he just accidentally killed a pair of adulterers.
With your current status, is it not just a matter of saying a word to settle this kind of thing?... If you can help the villain this time, the villain will definitely shed tears of gratitude, and his loyalty will become stronger. From now on
I will work more diligently in the future, which will only benefit you and not harm you... In short, I, I am still useful, you can't abandon me like this!"
After talking about it, Zhang Daoquan forced himself to calm down as much as possible, and barely regained some of his usual eloquence. He began to organize his words to analyze the pros and cons to Zhao Junchen, and tried to persuade him.
Hearing Zhang Daoquan's statement, Zhao Junchen had a sneer at the corner of his mouth. He seemed to be completely dismissive of Zhang Daoquan's statement, but he was a little more satisfied in his heart and thought that Zhang Daoquan still had some merits. At this time, he was not completely lost.
Fang Cun did not completely live up to his good intentions.
However, this small amount of progress is far from enough to shoulder the important responsibilities, and it is far from meeting Zhao Junchen's expectations.
Therefore, Zhao Junchen decided to continue to exert pressure on Zhang Daoquan until he exceeded Zhang Daoquan's psychological endurance limit.
Only in this way can Zhang Daoquan's character undergo a drastic change.
So, after Zhao Junchen sneered, he asked again in a cold tone: "Loyal? Ha! Loyal! If everyone is as loyal as you, then wouldn't I be a blind, lonely man who betrays everyone?"
After speaking, with Zhao Junchen's glance, Li Muhe, the host of "Tongji Temple", immediately took out a booklet and threw it at Zhang Daoquan's feet.
After Zhang Daoquan saw this booklet, he couldn't help but be a little stunned, obviously he was not clear about the contents of this booklet.
On the other side, Li Muhe slowly explained: "After receiving the news tonight, in order to prevent the news from leaking, I immediately sent people to take control of Ma Zhong's residence, and this booklet... came from Ma Zhong.
It was found in a secret room in Zhong's home."
After Zhang Daoquan heard Li Muhe's explanation, he seemed to have thought of something, and his expression changed again. After timidly taking a peek at Zhao Junchen's expression change, he finally picked up the book with trembling hands and flipped through it.
Soon, the last trace of blood on Zhang Daoquan's pale face quickly faded.
Since this booklet was found from Ma Zhong's residence, it was naturally written by Ma Zhong. Before seeing Ma Zhong and his wife committing adultery tonight, Zhang Daoquan had always trusted Ma Zhong.
He even regarded Ma Zhong as his successor and never thought of deliberately hiding many things from Ma Zhong.
Therefore, whether it is privately moving the silver coins that Zhao Junchen secretly funded to the "Tongji Temple" on weekdays, or occasionally complaining after being beaten by Zhao Junchen, or secretly communicating with other court forces without telling Zhao Junchen
Ma Zhong knew all these little actions, and they were all recorded in detail in this booklet.
Ma Zhong's intention of recording these things in private is obvious, that is, he wants to wait until the time is right and dedicate this booklet to Zhao Junchen, so as to overthrow Zhang Daoquan and replace him in one fell swoop!
In short, Ma Zhong is a despicable, ungrateful villain who seeks glory! He not only wants to possess Zhang Daoquan's wife, but also wants to possess Zhang Daoquan's foundation and status, and has been planning for a long time.
Therefore, after seeing the contents of this booklet, Zhang Daoquan became more and more frightened, and his hatred for Ma Zhong became even stronger. He almost bit the root of his teeth and felt that he was blind to trust Ma Zhong in the first place.
Such an unfamiliar white-eyed wolf!
At the same time, Zhang Daoquan finally understood the reason for Zhao Junchen's indifferent attitude towards him.
For him, the top priority now is no longer the life-and-death lawsuit involving himself, but to win back Zhao Junchen's trust again.
Otherwise, even if the government will not pursue him for murder, Zhao Junchen will never let go of the suspicion of disloyalty on him.
Comparatively speaking, the latter is much more serious than the former.
After all, while working for Zhao Junchen in recent years, Zhang Daoquan has learned too many secrets about Zhao Junchen!
So, Zhang Daoquan immediately knelt down in front of Zhao Junchen and kowtowed repeatedly, explaining in a trembling voice: "Old Zhao Ge, these things, these things can be explained by a villain...
The reason why the villain secretly contacted Zhou Shangjing's people was not to betray Mr. Zhao Ge. He just wanted to use the power of the "Zhou Party" to expand the influence of the "Tongji Temple" and develop a few skills among the "Zhou Party".
Just a believer! And this matter was all due to Ma Zhong's instigation from beginning to end. When the villain found out that it was difficult for the top leaders of the 'Zhou Party' to penetrate, he immediately cut off contact and never leaked the truth about Mr. Zhao Ge.
Your relationship with 'Tongji Temple'...
Also, villains occasionally say some unintentional nonsense, but they are by no means rebellious, and they are not as serious as what is written in this booklet. They are just a few insignificant complaints. Mr. Zhao Ge
But you must believe me, Ma Zhong is a rebellious person by nature, and the contents in his booklet are all exaggerations, just to sow discord..."
Of course Zhao Junchen knew that although Zhang Daoquan's explanations were evasive, they were not very false, because Zhao Junchen had always closely monitored Zhang Daoquan and was very aware of Zhang Daoquan's every move. He knew that Zhang Daoquan had indeed shown no objection in recent years.
, he took out this booklet just to further force Zhang Daoquan.
Therefore, Zhao Junchen's tone remained cold and he snorted coldly: "No matter whether Ma Zhong exaggerated or sow discord, as long as only one third of the content in this booklet is true, you are suspected of being disloyal! You
Speaking for myself, under such circumstances, should I continue to keep you?"
On the side, Xu Qingyan immediately helped: "Master, Zhang Daoquan knows too many secrets. The most important thing in his position is loyalty. Now that he is obviously likely to betray, just in case, he must not stay."
Got him!"
Seeing that these few words between himself and Xu Qingyan were about to knock Zhang Daoquan completely into the abyss, Zhang Daoquan was trembling all over and was on the verge of the limit of his psychological endurance. He did not dare to speak to defend himself again. Zhao Junchen could not help but frown and did not answer.
Xu Qingyan changed the subject and said slowly: "You just asked me to rescue you, but you don't know the principle of the strong man saving himself! Everyone in the world believes that 'the strong are destined to be strong', which reverses the fate of some successful people.
It is entirely due to luck, but the true meaning of these four words cannot be seen at all! Why does a strong person have strong luck? It is because he is valuable, everyone is optimistic about his prospects, and is willing to help him, and he will be able to reap rich rewards in the future
In return, the so-called 'the strong will be lucky' is essentially 'the strong will be helped'. With help from all parties, you will naturally have strong luck...For me, the same is true, if it is valuable
Talent, of course I am willing to give him a second chance!
I think you didn't seem to understand what I meant just now, and you just emphasized your ridiculous loyalty, so let me ask you one last time... Why should I save you instead of Ma Zhong?
It seems to me that he is more scheming and more loyal than you."
Hearing this, Zhang Daoquan finally came to his senses and said with shock: "Ma Zhong? Ma Zhong? Isn't he already killed by me... He, he is still alive?"
Zhao Junchen nodded directly and said: "Yes, Ma Zhong is still alive, so you are too incompetent to kill him in this situation. Although he is covered in bruises and blood, all the wounds are not deep.
There was more bleeding. If you really killed him, I would still look down upon you, so you don’t have to worry about being sued for taking someone’s life...
But now you must seriously consider how to prove your value and your loyalty to me again so that I can give you another chance! Otherwise, tomorrow, you will no longer be the chief host of the Tongji Temple.
But Ma Zhong!
As for you, you will disappear from this world silently. No one will be surprised, let alone cause any trouble... Haha, what you said just now is quite right.
In my current position, if I want to settle this kind of thing, it is really just a matter of words."
As he spoke, Zhao Junchen's expression seemed careless and his tone was cold, but his eyes were fixed on Zhang Daoquan's change in demeanor.
Zhao Junchen has spoken to this point, almost making it clear that if Zhang Daoquan still cannot come to his senses, then Zhao Junchen will have no choice but to abandon him completely.
On the other side, Zhang Daoquan seemed to understand the scope of Zhao Junchen's words, and said quickly: "Old Zhao Mingjian, I am indeed loyal and loyal. I can continue to control the 'Tongji Temple' for you and continue to develop believers as informants, whether it is to collect
Whether it is to infiltrate the government or the public, or to amass money, the villain can do better in the future..."
Before Zhang Daoquan could finish speaking, Zhao Junchen raised his hand to interrupt again and said coldly: "Ma Zhong can also do these things! 'Tongji Temple' is now on the right track, even without Ma Zhong, like Li Muhe
They can do the same, you are not indispensable!"
Zhang Daoquan was stunned at first, and then said quickly: "But the villain's preaching methods are much better than Ma Zhong's. Although Ma Zhong is scheming, his talents are far inferior to the villain, and he is not as familiar with the teachings of various sects as the villain.'
Tongji Temple's development to what it is today, in addition to the secret support of Mr. Zhao Ge, is also inseparable from the villain's preaching methods... If Mr. Zhao Ge continues to use me, Tongji Temple's
Development is definitely much better than leaving it to Ma Zhong..."
Zhao Junchen was still dismissive and snorted: "In the final analysis, your preaching methods are just to confuse some stupid men and women at the bottom of the folk. Do you still have the ability to confuse those court officials? For me.
Words are of little value."
Zhang Daoquan couldn't help but be speechless, and his expression became more and more depressed. He found that he could not find any reason to change Zhao Junchen's mind, and he was completely in a desperate situation.
Just like that, the atmosphere in the room suddenly fell into silence. Zhao Junchen quietly waited for a cup of tea. Seeing Zhang Daoquan's demeanor gradually falling into despair, and no longer able to fight for himself, he couldn't help but secretly sighed, thinking that he could transform Zhang Daoquan.
The plan has most likely failed. From now on, Zhang Daoquan can only be completely abandoned. The plan to use Zhang Daoquan to seduce Emperor Deqing can only be put on hold for the time being.
Under such circumstances, Zhao Junchen was naturally extremely disappointed, but there were not too many surprises. Changes in human nature are the most difficult things to control in the world. If you want to use a few means to completely change a person's character, and
It is not a very difficult thing, but it is very difficult to accurately control a person's psyche to change its direction. To a large extent, it can only depend on God's will.
Thinking of this, Zhao Junchen shook his head and sighed, saying: "Since you have nothing to say, considering your hard work in the past, I am not a person who does not miss old feelings. Do you have any other will to say? As long as you don't
If it goes too far, I will try my best to satisfy you."
Hearing Zhao Junchen's words, he obviously planned to make Zhang Daoquan "disappear", so Zhang Daoquan's body couldn't help but was shocked again.
For a time, Zhang Daoquan thought of many things in his mind, full of panic and helplessness.
With his thoughts in turmoil, when he thought that he was about to die in silence, the traitor Ma Zhong, whom he hated so much, was trying to take away everything from him, endless unwillingness and resentment welled up deep in his heart, gradually suppressing his original feelings.
Panic and helplessness, his expression gradually became distorted.
Then, Zhang Daoquan suddenly thought of something again, and his expression became uncertain again, but soon turned into an almost twisted determination. He suddenly raised his head and said: "Mr. Zhao Ge, now that things have happened, I am speechless."
It can be said that I just hope that you can let the villain see Ma Zhong again before you deal with him! The villain thinks that he has never been kind to him, so I want to ask him why he deliberately betrays the villain... in the future
You can also be an understanding ghost! Otherwise, the villain will not be reconciled to it no matter what!"
Seeing Zhang Daoquan's expression change, Zhao Junchen suddenly felt something in his heart and nodded: "Of course, you have done a lot for me before, so what if I just let you meet Ma Zhong again?"
After saying that, Zhao Junchen winked at Zhao Dali, and then asked Zhao Dali to lead Zhang Daoquan to see Ma Zhong.
After Zhao Dali led Zhang Daoquan away, Xu Qingyan couldn't help but ask: "Master, are you really going to give up on Zhang Daoquan? And then hand over the 'Tongji Temple' to that Ma Zhong? In my opinion, Ma Zhong can do his best today."
By betraying Zhang Daoquan, he might stab us in the back at critical moments in the future. This person is too scheming and ambitious, and he is not well-educated at all. I am afraid it is not as easy as Zhang Daoquan to use him safely and smoothly."
Xu Qingyan knew Zhao Junchen's thoughts very well. Since Emperor Deqing began to have the idea of seeking immortals and visiting Taoism, Zhao Junchen has paid more and more attention to Zhang Daoquan's talent in preaching, establishing Taoism and confusing believers. This ability seems to be just heresy, but it is
He can also play a key role at the right time. It is indeed not easy to find another talent who can replace Zhang Daoquan, and Zhang Daoquan is relatively easy to control. Although there will inevitably be some small tricks in the dark, he is generally loyal and trustworthy.
In comparison, Ma Zhong was too scheming and difficult to control. He was also a naturally rebellious white-eyed wolf. His betrayal of his master and his adultery with his wife made Xu Qingyan despise him. His talents in related areas were far inferior to Zhang Daoquan's and were not enough.
To assist Zhao Junchen in promoting the next plan.
Therefore, seeing that Zhao Junchen was about to abandon Zhang Daoquan, Xu Qingyan couldn't help but feel a little confused. He only felt that Zhao Junchen gave up too quickly and should try again.
Zhao Junchen picked up the tea cup and took a sip. There was a hint of inexplicable meaning in his expression, and he said softly: "Let's see again, maybe... Zhang Daoquan will behave in an unexpected way."
As if to confirm Zhao Junchen's conjecture, just as Zhao Junchen finished speaking, a low voice suddenly sounded from the wing not far away, and then Zhang Daoquan's laughter was heard. It seemed that something had happened.
Soon, Zhao Dali hurried back to the living room, with a trace of shock still remaining on his expression, and quickly reported: "Mr. Zhao Ge, after I led Zhang Daoquan to see Ma Zhong, Zhang Daoquan didn't say a word after seeing Ma Zhong.
No, he rushed forward and grabbed Ma Zhong's neck. He actually planned to strangle Ma Zhong to death. He didn't expect that he seemed to be so thin and had such great strength. He was completely unlike the soft-footed shrimp before. The villain was like this.
Time has not been able to stop me."
Zhao Junchen was not surprised and just asked: "Then what? Did you still stop him?"
Zhao Dali shook his head and said: "The villain was about to pull him away, but suddenly remembered Mr. Zhao Ge's plan and the hint in his eyes just now. Except for subconsciously reaching out to stop him at first, he let him take action.
Well, that Ma Zhong is not a good guy anyway... Now Ma Zhong has been strangled to death by Zhang Daoquan."
Obviously, Zhao Dali, like Xu Qingyan, looked down upon Ma Zhong.
Zhao Junchen nodded again and ignored Ma Zhong's life and death - for a villain like Ma Zhong who was born rebellious, even without Zhang Daoquan's intervention, Zhao Junchen would not reuse him in the future. He would only regard it as a hidden danger and would find it sooner or later.
Opportunity to get rid of it - in comparison, Zhao Junchen was only concerned about Zhang Daoquan's change of temperament at this time.
Was Zhang Daoquan's act of strangling Ma Zhong to death just out of temporary anger? Or did he have other considerations? This is very important.
So, Zhao Junchen asked again: "Where is Zhang Daoquan?"
Zhao Dali replied: "After he strangled Ma Zhong to death, he laughed a few times, then suddenly regained his composure. Then he asked the villain for a pen and paper, saying that he wanted to write a confession of his murder, and also
He wanted to hand this incriminating statement to Mr. Zhao Ge for safekeeping... He also said that since Mr. Zhao Ge began to doubt his loyalty, this incriminating document was a guarantee of his unswerving loyalty in the future, and he still kept it for now.
I was writing the indictment in Ma Zhong's room, with Ma Zhong's body next to me, but I didn't feel scared."
It seems that Zhang Daoquan finally thought of a way to prove his loyalty to Zhao Junchen, finally came to his senses, and his character changed in the direction that Zhao Junchen expected.
With such a performance, Zhao Junchen did not have to worry about Zhang Daoquan's legs weakening before he could speak to Emperor Deqing in the future.
So, after Zhao Junchen pondered for a moment, he nodded and said: "In that case, after he finishes writing the indictment, I will bring him here to see me again."
Then, Zhao Junchen turned to Li Muhe and said: "Starting from tomorrow, the secret worship of the Three Saints of the South China Sea in the Tongji Temple can be gradually leaked to some believers by pretending to be inadvertent...
Yes, we need to keep an eye on Neng Daoquan in the future. He was really easy to control in the past, but in the future... it will be difficult to tell when his character changes."
Speaking of this, Zhao Junchen's expression was a little complicated.
Zhao Junchen didn't worry about Zhang Daoquan's loyalty in the past, because he didn't betray Zhao Junchen at all. However, his character was not good enough to take on the big responsibility. But after what happened tonight, Zhang Daoquan's character has improved.
With the reversal, we can expect him to take on more important tasks in the future, but at the same time, it also means that Zhang Daoquan has the power and courage to betray Zhao Junchen. This is by no means guaranteed by just a confession.
Therefore, if you want to continue to control Zhang Daoquan, you need more means and insurance.
Things in the world are always so difficult to have both ways.
