"I want to see Retired Emperor, I want to see Retired Emperor, Retired Emperor, save this lowly official!”
Gao Qiu was dragged out, and he was still crying non-stop to see the Retired Emperor.
His appearance reminded Zhao Huan of the kind of person who said," I want to see the representative, I want to see the representative!"”
However, this was useless. Even if the Retired Emperor came, Gao Qiu would still be killed by Zhao Huan.
"Hmph, you two bastards!"
Chong Lin's mind was blank.
He didn't expect that the usually majestic Grand Commandant would be demoted and locked up in the Kaifeng government prison. This was too unbelievable.
This made Chong Lin even more fearful of Zhao Huan.
Looking at Chong Lin who was at a loss, Zhao Huan asked,""Lin Chong, are you willing to work for me?”
"I will be loyal to Your Majesty and serve Your Majesty. I will never have second thoughts about Your Majesty!"”
Not to mention that Zhao Huan had rescued Lin Chong from the prison in Kaifeng and helped him clear his name.
The incisive methods he used to deal with Gao Qiu had instilled a deep fear in Lin Chong's heart.
What was a mere Imperial Army instructor worth?
Looking at Chong Lin's expression, Zhao Huan nodded.""Very good, Zhen believes in your loyalty!”
Chong Lin heaved a sigh of relief after receiving Zhao Huan's approval.""Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty!"
"Chong Lin, go to Xu Hui's place later to collect fifty taels of silver and settle your family first!”
Fifty taels of silver was already a large sum of money for Chong Lin. This was his salary for several years.
He hurriedly thanked him." Thank you, Your Majesty, for your reward. I am extremely grateful!"”
"Lin Chong, I have a mission for you.”
Chong Lin bowed and accepted the order.""Your Majesty, please give me your orders. I will definitely do my best to complete it for Your Majesty to repay your kindness!”
"Lin Chong, select a group of elite soldiers from the Imperial Army for me and let you be the commander. From now on, you will be my personal guard, protecting my safety and serving me.”
Zhao Huan added,""Lin Chong, you must remember that you are absolutely loyal to me. Do you understand?”
Chong Lin wasn't stupid, so he knew what Zhao Huan meant. He quickly nodded.""I understand!"
"It's good that you understand!" Zhao Huan nodded and looked at Xu Hui."Xu Hui, select a few hundred elite guards from the Imperial Palace Guards under the Imperial City Bureau and hand them over to Lin Chong. They will be under Lin Chong's command in the future!”
"This lowly subject obeys the decree!"
Xu Hui looked at Chong Lin with envy.
This guy had been promoted from a mere Imperial Army instructor to the commander of the palace guards.
This was a meteoric rise, a prosperous official career, and a deep favor from the emperor.
Chong Lin was extremely excited.
He had actually been promoted, and it was a promotion in one step.
How could a mere instructor of the Imperial Army compare to the commander of the imperial guards by the Emperor's side?
This was simply a world of difference.
Chong Lin swore in his heart that he would be loyal to His Majesty and sacrifice his life for His Majesty.
After settling Lin Chong, Zhao Huan waved his hand."Chong Lin, you go and prepare well. I will give you one day. I want to see your results tomorrow. I hope you will not disappoint me!”
"Please rest assured, Your Majesty. I will definitely complete the mission on time!" Chong Lin declared firmly.”
"Leave, come and see me tomorrow!"
"Yes!"
After Lin Chong left Chuigong Hall, Zhao Huan looked at Xu Hui.
It had to be said that Xu Hui was a very efficient person. Moreover, he was very smart and had a good sense of politics.
He knew what it meant to judge the situation.
This kind of person, if used well, would be a sharp sword in one's hand. If not used well, it would be a double-edged sword that might have the opposite effect.
However, Zhao Huan did not have any loyal people around him that he could use. From the looks of it, Xu Hui was a person that could be used.
Since he lacked people, he would make good use of them.
The Emperor was a loner, so it was normal for him to suspect his subjects.
However, this could not be shown directly. One had to learn to win over the hearts of the people. This was a compulsory course for the emperor.
If not, who would work for you?
Zhao Huan smiled faintly and praised Xu Hui,"Xu Hui, you are very good. You have done your job well. Zhen is very satisfied!”
After receiving Zhao Huan's praise, Xu Hui was also delighted.""It's my duty to serve Your Majesty. I don't dare to take credit!”
Zhao Huan nodded." Xu Hui, you should continue to hold the position of the Imperial City's Director. I hope that you can serve and work for me in this position!"”
Wasn't Xu Hui doing his best to work for Zhao Huan so that he could obtain Zhao Huan's permission to keep his position as the Imperial City's Director?
Even though he was not promoted or rewarded.
But Xu Hui understood one thing.
When the new emperor ascended the throne, he would definitely eliminate dissidents and cultivate his own trusted aides.
If he could not obtain the recognition of the new emperor, he would be eliminated sooner or later.
Being able to keep his current position was the greatest gain.
That was enough.
Therefore, Xu Hui's anxious heart finally calmed down.
"As long as Your Majesty gives the order, this lowly subject will definitely press forward courageously and be willing to be Your Majesty's lackey!”
Zhao Huan smiled. Then, his expression turned serious as he instructed Xu Hui.
"Xu Hui, from today onwards, all those who enter and leave the Imperial Palace, whether they are palace maids, eunuchs, or court officials, must make detailed records and report to me at any time without any mistakes. Do you understand what I mean?”
"Understood!" Xu Hui nodded.”
"Second, bring the Imperial Palace Guards and search Gao Qiu's house carefully. Record all his assets!”
Zhao Huan specially emphasized," Tell your men to keep their hands clean when they're ransacking the house. If I find out that someone dares to play tricks in the middle, the first person I won't forgive will be you, Xu Hui!"“
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Xu Hui's expression turned cold.”
"Go down and do your work!"
"This humble subject will take his leave!"
Just as Xu Hui left, a notification suddenly appeared in Zhao Huan's system.
[System experience points have reached 5,000. The host's strength has been upgraded to " Third-rate Expert."]
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