There were eunuchs such as Cao Huachun, Wei Zhongxian, and Lu Jiude outside, and eunuchs such as Wang Tigan, Fang Zhenghua, and Li Fengxiang inside. Zhu Youxiao did not want to make special use of eunuchs, but they were loyal to him regardless of their background or status.

Just like the Donglin Party, while many were dismissed and exiled, they also reused Zuo Guangdou, Yang Lian, Li Banghua and others. So far, the effect is still quite good. The clearing of the garrison and the replenishment of the military pay, as well as the rectification of the Beijing camp have achieved the expected goals.

but--

Zhu Youxiao withdrew his gaze, picked up the secret report handed over by the East Factory, and began to read it.

Relying on the spies and eyes of the Imperial Censorate was Zhu Youxiao's main means of controlling the direction of the government and the public and guarding against a backlash from the civil service group.

But there is always a loophole, and someone was still stirring up trouble, and even dragged in the father-in-law Zhang Guoji. If it weren't for Empress Zhang Yan's report, Zhu Youxiao would have been kept in the dark.

Although it was not clear who was behind the incident, Zhu Youxiao was basically certain that the person did not support him.

Publishing a newspaper like "Daming Forum" is to go against oneself in public opinion?

Zhu Youxiao counted on his fingers and found that there were probably a few who were dissatisfied with him, including the Donglin Party and three-party officials who were dismissed and exiled, the powerful landlords who had returned their land during the Qingtun and salary collection campaign, and the gentry who would suffer losses when the "grain tax" was implemented.

As for those guys who had their homes confiscated and were imprisoned, waiting to be executed in the autumn, it is unlikely that they can make a comeback, and they do not have the power to do so.

As for the princes and vassals, Zhu Youxiao didn't think they had such courage.

The scope was narrowed, and Zhu Youxiao was also happy. These guys wanted to arm wrestle with him, how ridiculous!

As soon as he looked up, Zhu Youxiao met Li Chengcheng's secret gaze.

Li Chengcheng quickly moved away and pretended to touch Xiaobai's big head.

Zhu Youxiao smiled and was about to tease this future little "hamster", but when he saw Wang Tigan entering the hall holding the secret report box, he changed his mind.

The secret report was not submitted by any high-ranking official, but was intelligence obtained by the secret Jinyiwei sent to Shanxi by Zhu Youxiao.

Among the Eight Great Imperial Merchants, Zhu Youxiao could never forget this famous traitor in the late Ming Dynasty.

But he had also looked at the map, and based on the current situation outside the border, it would be unlikely to smuggle supplies to the Jiannu.

Because the Jiannu were still confined to Liaodong, and outside the Xuanda border were various Mongolian tribes, and they were all pro-Ming Mongolian tribes, it was extremely difficult to transport large and small carts over thousands of miles to Liaodong.

But even though it is not possible now, it does not mean it will be possible in the future, and it cannot be said that those traitors did not communicate with the Qing army and transmit intelligence.

Therefore, although Zhu Youxiao did not jump to conclusions or act rashly, he secretly sent the Jinyiwei to closely monitor the eight families.

Now, the secret Jinyiwei finally sent a situation report.

As expected, Zhu Youxiao couldn't help but sneer after reading the secret report.

The strategic contraction of western Liaoning and the strict blockade of the sea made it impossible for the Jiannu to gather intelligence. Even if a Han spy sneaked into the interior, he could not easily return.

Therefore, the Jiannu sent the dependent Mongolians as spies, entered the country from outside the border, and contacted the Fan family.

That should be the case, Zhu Youxiao made the judgment, but did not want to act immediately.

He wanted to play a big game, using his foresight to make the Jiannu army fall apart, or at least plunge it into chaos.

In comparison, for the young emperor who was no longer short of money, raiding the homes of a few traitors and chopping off their heads became less important.

It will be mine sooner or later, why would you run away like a cake seller?

Zhu Youxiao wrote a reply, sealed it in a box and gave it to Wang Tigan, ordering him to send someone to deliver it immediately.

Li Chengcheng glanced at the emperor again. Until now, she still couldn't understand why the emperor suddenly changed his mind and no longer handed over the management of the shop to her.

Is it just because of this white and fat cat?

Li Chengcheng looked down at Xiaobai, the doubts in his heart difficult to resolve.

Although he had doubts in his heart, Li Chengcheng did not feel bad, and even felt a little happy. Think about Zhang Yuer's experience, didn't she start out as a cat waiter and then jumped onto the tree to become a phoenix.

She can do it, but I can't? In terms of appearance, I am more beautiful than her; in terms of talent and learning, Li Chengcheng believes that he is far superior. With both talent and beauty, how can I not please the emperor?

"Okay." Zhu Youxiao stood up from the imperial chair, stretched out his arms, and casually ordered, "Pick up Xiaobai and go for a walk with me."

"I obey your order." Li Chengcheng bowed respectfully, picked up the fat cat, followed the emperor out of the hall.

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