After finishing his meal, Yang Guang raised his head and saw that the eunuch who had delivered the message had returned. He looked like he was waiting quietly.
Seeing Yang Guang finish eating, the old eunuch hurriedly said,""Your Majesty, General Yuwen has been waiting in Zhengyang Hall for more than an hour. In this old servant's opinion, it's better to go quickly.”
Yang Guang snorted. He knew that Yuwen Huaji's power was already very great. Even the palace had many minions that he had secretly bribed. This old eunuch was obviously very afraid of Yuwen Huaji's fierce power. He was somewhat loyal and was worth using.
"What's your name?"
Yang Guang said casually as he crossed the high platform.
"This old servant's surname is Cao, and His Majesty once gave me the name Zheng Ying.”
Yang Guang's body suddenly stiffened, and he suppressed his surprise,""You are Cao Zheng Ying."
"Yes, I am." Cao Zheng Ying quickly lowered his head.”
"En, zhen understands. You can go down and make your way.”
Only after Cao Zhengying had left did Yang Guang heave a long sigh of relief. A strange look flashed across his eyes. The old eunuch Cao Zheng Ying was a ruthless character in " Xuan Huan Sui Tang ". Not only was he shrewd, but he had also secretly learned the ultimate cultivation technique of the ancient overlord sect, the " No Beginning True Demon Technique ". In the later stages, he became a great eunuch with power that could even rival the Yue King Yang Su, who was in charge of the Supreme Court.
The reason why Yang Guang didn't guess this person's identity was because Cao Zhengying in the original novel had been holding back until the death of Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty. It was only when the young new emperor ascended the throne that he suddenly rose up and became a super powerful minister.
"This person can be used.”
Yang Guang's eyes revealed a thoughtful look. According to the description in the original work, although Cao Zheng Ying was heavily demonized in the later stages, he never had the thought of rebelling. He only wanted to expand his power. To him, who was currently lacking trusted aides, this person was undoubtedly much more reliable than the people from the Xiao clan and Yuwen clan.
At this moment, Cao Zhengying walked in and said respectfully,""Your Majesty, the carriage is ready.”
Yang Guang nodded and looked at Cao Zheng Ying,"How long have you been in the palace?"
Cao Zheng Ying was stunned for a moment, then quickly replied,"Your Majesty, this old servant has been in the palace for thirty-four years. When His Majesty was still in Prince Jin's mansion, this old servant had followed His Majesty.”
"Thirty-four years. You're considered old." Yang Guang nodded. From tomorrow onwards, you will be promoted to the Seal Eunuch of the Bureau of Rites.”
The Seal Eunuch of the Bureau of Rites was commonly known as the Chief Eunuch, and it was also the highest achievement a eunuch could achieve.
Cao Zheng Ying never thought that such a good thing would fall on his head out of thin air. He quickly knelt down and kowtowed."This old servant thanks Your Majesty, thanks Your Majesty.”
"Well, you just have to do your job well.”
Yang Guang said with a dignified look.
Although Cao Zhengying was a powerful official who had risen to power in the later stages, he had cultivated the Imperial Inheritance's No Beginning True Demon Technique. His current strength was probably close to the Grandmaster Realm. Taking in such an expert for no reason, at least he wouldn't have to worry about those small fry assassins.
"His Majesty has arrived-"
As the carriage rose and fell, along with Cao Zheng Ying's announcement, Yang Guang also arrived in front of the grand Zhengyang Hall. His former enemy, Yuwen Huaji, was currently in this hall.
Taking a deep breath, Yang Guang strode into the hall and saw a muscular man in armor standing with his back facing him.
"Your humble subject Yuwen Huaji greets Your Majesty. I am unable to bow with my armor on, please forgive me, Your Majesty!”
Yuwen Huaji turned around, and Yang Guang was able to see his face clearly. He was tall and thin, with long arms and legs. His face was old and his expression was cold. His eyes were deep and unfathomable, giving people the impression of being ruthless and heartless, but there was also a domineering aura that shocked people.
What an ambitious and fierce posture!
A cold light flashed in Yang Guang's eyes as he said calmly,""Just now, Zhen was reviewing memorials and was unable to summon Minister Yuwen immediately. I hope Minister Yuwen can forgive me.”
"Your Majesty is concerned about the country and this is the blessing of the people. How can I dare to bear a grudge?”
Yuwen Huaji said expressionlessly, his eyes flashing with a cold light. His eyes were all over the palace, how could he not know what Yang Guang was doing? However, no matter how strong his Yuwen clan was, he was still a subject. Unless it was absolutely necessary, he still did not want to have a direct conflict with Yang Guang.
Seeing Yuwen Huaji holding back his anger, Yang Guang couldn't help but feel proud. His estimation was not wrong. Although the Yuwen clan was powerful now, there was still the Xiao clan, their arch-enemy, eyeing them covetously. In addition, the Yue King Yang Su, who was in charge of the Supreme Court, was also a peerless ruthless person. As long as he didn't do anything that threatened the Yuwen clan's survival, Yuwen Huaji would never dare to confront the imperial power.
In fact, in the original work, Yuwen Huaji also forced the Xiao family away, transferred the King of Yue Yang Su, and caused Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty to betray his relatives before launching the Yangzhou mutiny.
Although Yang Guang didn't have a good impression of Yuwen Huaji, he still smiled and said,""May I know why Minister Yuwen Aiqing has entered the palace so late at night?”
"This humble subject has received a report that the Eastern Turkic diplomatic mission has already passed through Tiger Cage Pass. They will reach Jiang Du in five days at most."”
Pausing for a moment, Yuwen Huaji said with a solemn expression,""It's said that the Eastern Turkic diplomatic mission is accompanied by the War God Hall's tenth War Reverent!”
Yang Guang's face turned cold. Whether it was in history or in the Xuanhuan Sui Tang, the Eastern Turks had always been the most terrifying enemy of the Central Plains. This was especially true in the Xuanhuan Sui-Tang. The Eastern Turks 'Jie Li Khan had been hailed as the supreme overlord most likely to unify the steppe in the past three hundred years, and the War God Hall, one of the three hegemonic sects, had an extremely close relationship with the Eastern Turks.
"The Eastern Turks are sending an envoy to Great Sui at this time because of the matter of the Jidu Princess's marriage contest, right?”
"Your Majesty is wise," Yuwen Huaji said respectfully."The Eastern Turks have always feared King Reliance's military might. They have sent Prince Tuli as a candidate for the marriage proposal, and they have also sent the tenth War Reverent of the War God Hall to escort them. They have clearly made ample preparations."”
"The tenth Battle Reverent is that female Battle God Nalan?”
Yang Guang's eyes revealed a strange look. In the original novel, Nalan was an exotic beauty with an extremely explosive figure. Later on, she received the inheritance of Empress An Lan and soared to the sky.
" It's this woman," Yuwen Huaji said cautiously." Although she's young, her cultivation is extremely high. She has defeated many experts who have been famous in the Western Regions for decades. With her overseeing the Eastern Turkic diplomatic mission, it will be difficult for us to use any tricks.”# Daguan Review Passed: Daguan Time:011720192:32PM
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