silence!
A cold wind rushed into the front hall, and a chill lingered between heaven and earth.
Sharp and creepy!
Chen Changqing knelt in the front hall, looking disheveled, his clothes stained with blood, and he looked very weak.
But his eyes were extremely firm.
He raised his head and looked directly at the looming figure behind the screen in front of him.
The tone was firm and powerful.
Lingering in the halls!
The surroundings suddenly fell into dead silence.
No response for a long time!
It wasn't until an unknown amount of time had passed that the cold and hoarse voice came from behind the screen again.
"You, want to do something for our family?!"
"Exactly!"
Chen Changqing spoke in a deep voice, raised his head, and said word by word: "I, your subordinate, would like a chance to do something for you, my father-in-law!"
"I will also prove to you, sir, that I can do better than them!"
After a moment of silence, a voice without any emotion came from behind the screen again: "How do you prove it?"
Chen Changqing's voice was loud and clear: "I will help you solve all your problems in the capital. I will protect the interests of you and the Secret Heaven Division, and ensure that you are safe and sound in the palace and at court!"
"Let those who have been secretly trying to sabotage my Mi Tiansi pay a heavy price!"
"If you are willing to trust me, I will definitely not let you down!"
Chen Changqing's expression was very frank, his tone was very calm, and his words did not hide his greedy purpose at all... He wanted to be loyal to Eunuch Chen, he was unwilling to be under someone else's command for long, he wanted power, he wanted to rise to prominence!
And this is also the situation that Eunuch Chen most wants to see!
There was silence again behind the screen. After a while, the hunched figure finally walked out slowly from behind the screen.
This is an old man about fifty years old, with a hunched body and seems to be staggering.
This man had an ordinary appearance and an old face. He was wearing a black robe and looked extremely weak, as if he could be blown away by a gust of wind.
However, on this slightly old face, the pair of bright eyes hidden under the eye sockets were faintly shining with a hint of brilliance.
It gives people an indescribable temperament!
The person in front of me is Chen Zhao!
In the Daning Dynasty, there are eunuchs with immense power in the court!
He is favored by the emperor and plays an important role in the court. He is feared and envied by countless people.
Perhaps it was the habit he had developed over the years that gave him an indescribable feminine air.
Especially when staring at people, it makes people feel numb and creepy.
"Your name is Chen Changqing?"
Chen Zhao stared at Chen Changqing who was kneeling in the hall, fixed his eyes on him, and asked in a cold voice.
"Yes, sir!"
Chen Changqing replied, "I am Chen Changqing, the leader of the Secret Heaven Division, personally appointed by the father-in-law!"
"The leader of the Secret Heaven Division..."
Chen Zhao narrowed his eyes slightly, as if recalling the scene when he first accepted this person's fate.
After a moment, he stared at Chen Changqing coldly, a hint of murderous intent flashing in his eyes: "You have killed your colleagues and committed many evil deeds. Aren't you afraid that we will kill you?"
Chen Changqing said calmly, "A few years ago, my father-in-law taught me that those who achieve great things should not be obsessed with trivial matters. A general's success is built on the sacrifices of thousands of soldiers... Anyone who stands in your way deserves death!"
"They are not as skilled as others, but they can do things for the father-in-law!"
"So, they deserve to die!"
Chen Zhao stared at him and said coldly, "What if one day, our family stands in your way?"
"I dare not!"
Chen Changqing lowered his head. "My father-in-law is a favorite of His Majesty, holding a high position of power. I, your subordinate, will never threaten your position. I only want to serve you, to rise to prominence, to rise to prominence, and to return home in glory in the future..."
Chen Zhao didn't say anything. He stared at the person in front of him with a gloomy expression, hesitant.
Chen Changqing?
He had some impression of this person; he had promoted him. Although not a close confidant, he was quite capable and indeed a talent...
Right now, the Mi Tiansi has suffered heavy losses!
His four guardians and four close confidants all died tragically. Suddenly, Chen Zhao was left with no one to rely on.
Chen Zhao has been running the Secret Heaven Division for many years and has taken full control of it, turning it into a powerful tool for him to eliminate dissidents in the capital.
Naturally, he would not hand over the Secret Division to anyone easily!
Now that Zhao Changyuan and Chen Feiyang were dead, his control over the Secret Heaven Division was greatly weakened. It would be difficult to support and cultivate confidants again in a short period of time.
In this case, Chen Zhao’s only choice is Chen Changqing in front of him!
At this moment, Chen Zhao realized the purpose of the person in front of him.
What a good trick!
Chen Zhao sneered inwardly, staring coldly at the man before him. After a moment, he said coldly, "You murdered your colleagues. How can we trust you?"
"I am loyal to you, my lord!"
Chen Changqing's expression remained calm as he said, "How can the eunuch trust his subordinates?"
"You are very ambitious. Our family likes people like you."
Chen Zhao stared at him: "But..."
As he spoke, Chen Zhao reached into his arms, took out a small porcelain bottle, and threw it in front of Chen Changqing.
“Eat it!”
Chen Changqing stared at the porcelain vase on the ground, then looked up at Chen Zhao and saw that Chen Zhao was staring at him with a cold gaze.
Chen Changqing picked up the porcelain bottle on the ground, opened it, and poured out a black pill from it.
There was an indescribable stench emanating from the pills.
Chen Changqing frowned, a hint of hesitation and confusion flashing in his eyes. But in the end, he put the pill into his mouth and swallowed it without any expression!
When Chen Zhao saw Chen Changqing swallow the pill, a look of satisfaction appeared on his face.
The coldness in his eyes also weakened slightly: "Okay!"
"In that case, we'll give you a chance!"
Chen Zhao stared at him. "From now on, we will hand over the Secret Heaven Division to you. Your words represent our intentions. I hope you won't let us down!"
Hearing this, Chen Changqing's heart was shocked. He immediately said respectfully: "Don't worry, eunuch. I am willing to go through fire and water for you, and devote myself to you until my death!"
Seeing this, Chen Zhao nodded with satisfaction.
Right now, he has no one available, and Chen Changqing in front of him is the best choice.
Although this person's methods are a bit harsh, he is obedient, honest, and ambitious, and that's enough!
Although he killed his two bodyguards, it didn't matter to Chen Zhao. Those bodyguards were just a few dogs under his command.
If they die, they die. We can just replace them with another batch!
He likes ambitious people!
He was very satisfied with the man's fierce methods and loyal attitude!
"Our family will give you all the glory and wealth, and will make you a successful person. We will never let you down. But..."
At this point, Chen Zhao's eyes suddenly turned cold, and his tone was stern: "If you dare to betray our family, the poison you just swallowed will make you suffer from a thousand insect attacks and die in agony!"
Chen Changjiu trembled slightly, a look of fear crossing his face. But he quickly said in a deep voice, "Don't worry, sir. I have absolutely no second thoughts!"
“There is no best!”
Chen Zhao withdrew his gaze expressionlessly, glanced at him, and said in a deep voice, "Now that they are dead, the prestige of the Secret Heaven Division has been greatly damaged. Those officials in the court are eyeing our family covetously. Do you know what to do?"
"Don't worry, father-in-law!"
Chen Changqing said in a deep voice: "I will find out those officials who are behind the scenes harming my father-in-law and get rid of them!"
Chen Zhao nodded with satisfaction: "Also, the deaths of Zhao Changyuan and Chen Feiyang..."
"Have you found the murderer?"
"Subordinates are diligently investigating and will have results soon!"
Chen Zhao's expression gradually grew serious, and a hint of murderous intent flashed across his face: "Find the murderer and kill him without mercy!"
"It is better to kill someone by mistake than to let him go!"
"I obey your command!"
“…”
Chen Zhao left and returned to the palace!
Such a big thing happened in the Mi Tiansi, and his confidants were almost wiped out. Naturally, he had to leave the palace to appease the people of the Mi Tiansi.
Now that he had finished dealing with it and handed over the power of the Secret Department to Chen Changqing, he returned to the palace!
After Chen Zhao left, Chen Changqing continued to kneel in the front hall, without moving for a long time.
After a long while, he suddenly breathed a sigh of relief, as if a heavy burden had been lifted off his shoulders. Then, his body lost its balance and he fell to the ground.
He lowered his head and looked at his hands. His expression was calm, but with a hint of confusion!
And an indescribable trance!
He succeeded!
He gained the trust of Mr. Chen and successfully took control of the power of the Secret Department.
From now on, he will be the true leader of the Secret Heaven Division. In his hands, he holds power that he has never had before!
And this was what he had dreamed of when he first entered the Secret Heaven Division.
Now that he finally got it, he didn't feel as relaxed as he had imagined.
On the contrary, his expression became more solemn.
If you want to gain something, you must lose something.
Chen Changqing knew very well how much he had paid to gain the trust of Mr. Chen!
He made a risky move!
Very dangerous!
If he makes the slightest mistake, he could be killed at any time!
Chen Changqing admitted that there was a gambling element in his behavior!
But he won the bet!
With the death of the four guardians, Mr. Chen no longer has any trusted confidants at his disposal, and his control over the Secret Department is almost gone. He will definitely be unable to sit still!
And there is only one choice left for him!
Chen Zhao wanted to regain control of the Secret Heaven Division, and his only choice was the leader of the Secret Heaven Division, Chen Changqing!
And this is also the reason why Chen Changqing dared to kill the remaining two guardians so forcefully.
With Zhao Changyuan and Chen Feiyang dead, the remaining two guardians could no longer pose any threat to him. Chen Changqing killed them, giving Mr. Chen a shrewd move.
Completely cut off Mr. Chen’s retreat!
On the other hand, Chen Changqing did not hide his purpose.
He fully demonstrated his purpose, his ambition for power, and his unwillingness to be under someone else's control for a long time!
Mr. Chen was suspicious by nature and would not trust him easily. But Chen Changqing still chose to take this step.
If he had not revealed his greed for rapid advancement and success, Chen Zhao would definitely have doubted his intentions and would never have trusted him easily.
However, Chen Changqing's frank purpose and undisguised ambition actually reduced Mr. Chen's suspicion.
But even so, Chen Zhao was still very cautious and forced Chen Changqing to take the poison!
Chen Changqing closed his eyes and felt the pill he had just swallowed.
Chen Zhao poisoned him in order to control him and prevent him from acting rashly.
After a while, Chen Changqing opened his eyes. He couldn't feel the presence of poison, but he knew that he must have been poisoned.
But it doesn’t matter!
Chen Changqing slowly got up from the ground!
When he decided to take this step, he had already put life and death behind him.
He got the power he had always wanted, and he finally had the opportunity to realize his ambitions for so many years.
Chen Changqing turned his back to the hall and looked into the darkness ahead, his face full of determination. After a moment, he took a step forward and strode into the darkness.
…
early morning.
Zhao Mansion!
The cold wind blew, rustling the trees in the yard.
Inner courtyard, under the eaves.
Xiaoyue quickly walked to the door of her young lady's room and knocked.
"Miss?"
"Come in."
Zhao Xi's gentle voice was heard in the room.
Xiaoyue then opened the door, walked into the room, closed the door, and took off her shoes.
Looking up, I saw a figure sitting quietly next to the dressing table by the window not far away.
"Miss!"
Xiaoyue slowly approached the young lady and saw a face of natural beauty in the bronze mirror. She couldn't help but exclaim in admiration, "Young lady, you look so beautiful today!"
Zhao Xi was sitting quietly at the table, looking at herself in the bronze mirror, her beautiful eyes flickering: "When am I not beautiful?"
"Miss looks beautiful every day!"
Xiaoyue said with a smile, "Miss is the most beautiful woman in the world!"
"No, I'm not that capable yet!"
Zhao Xi rolled her eyes beautifully, but she wasn't that arrogant yet.
But Xiaoyue didn't think so. She looked at the lady in the bronze mirror and couldn't help but admire her.
In the bronze mirror, there is a reflection of a beautiful and delicate face, with eyebrows like distant ink, eyes like autumn water, with clarity and transparency, and under the tall and straight nose, the bright and juicy cherry lips are slightly pursed.
Zhao Xi had a little light makeup on her face today, and a hint of blush was faintly visible on her fair cheeks, which made her whole temperament more graceful and elegant, with a kind of beauty that is hard to describe!
Her fair and slender neck was as graceful as a swan. A jade-white hairpin was inserted diagonally into her tied-up hair. A few strands of hair that were not tied up fell in front of her chest, while the rest were simply tied up and scattered behind her.
Such a face, ethereal and cold, yet exuding an elegant temperament, is hard to find in the world!
"In my eyes, you are the most beautiful woman in the world. No one can compare to you!!"
Xiaoyue praised repeatedly.
Zhao Xi looked at herself in the bronze mirror, with an indescribable look of joy on her face and her beautiful eyes lively.
“Is it really that beautiful?”
“It’s true!!”
Xiaoyue nodded repeatedly.
"Okay, stop praising me!"
Zhao Xi looked back at her: "Are you ready?"
"Don't worry, my lady, the carriage is ready!"
Xiaoyue nodded repeatedly, but soon remembered something and a look of doubt appeared on her face: "Miss..."
"Um?"
"Aren't we going to visit Nanhu Lake today? Why are you dressed so beautifully, Miss?"
Zhao Xi asked back, "When have I ever dressed badly?"
"No, just, just..."
Xiaoyue hesitated, not knowing how to describe it for a moment.
"Shouldn't you dress up nicely when you go out to play?"
“But, but…”
Xiaoyue didn't know what to say, but she just felt very strange.
Today's lady is different from before!
Today, the lady paid rare attention to her image. She put on light makeup and dressed up carefully.
It felt like the young lady wasn't going to visit Nanhu Lake, but was planning to have a secret tryst with her lover...
