As they spent more time together, Tang Huan discovered that Cheng Yuan was a very talkative person.

When facing oneself, one adopts a humble attitude, yet does not appear subservient.

Moreover, talking to this person wouldn't put Tang Huan under any pressure. Unlike a minister like Wang Tianze, a vice minister of the Court of Judicial Review, Tang Huan's official position was still very prestigious, and he would have to think carefully before doing or saying anything.

This made Tang Huan feel relaxed, and she didn't mind talking to the other party a few more times.

Xiaoqing and Xiaobai had been playing the piano and dancing for a while when Tang Huan signaled them to stop. After giving them some money as a reward, he told them to go downstairs and rest. Then, he had Yanzhi lead them to a private room upstairs.

Rouge followed closely beside her, and just as she was about to sit down, Tang Huan said, "You should go and rest first."

Rouge said somewhat aggrievedly, "My lord, let me serve you."

"No need for now, I'll call you when I need it."

"Alright then." Rouge walked out of the private room somewhat reluctantly.

"Lord Tang really has no mercy for women. He can be so heartless as to reject a girl like Rouge."

It was said in jest, but Cheng Yuan's expression was very serious.

The girl who suddenly sent Chunfeng Tower away must have something to say.

"Lord Cheng, have there been any disappearances in the capital recently?" Tang Huan asked casually.

Cheng Yuan replied without hesitation, "Yes, quite a few. Why are you suddenly interested in this, sir?"

"I just heard those two maids mention that something similar happened at Chunfeng Tower recently. I'm wondering if it's just Chunfeng Tower, or..."

"The number of missing persons is not too high, especially in a populous place like the capital, but it has indeed increased significantly compared to previous years."

After Cheng Yuan finished speaking, he hesitated and said, "Sir, there's something I'm not sure if I should say..."

"you say."

"I think you should come to Chunfeng Tower less often. Doing so will make many people dissatisfied with you, and they will then report you to His Majesty. I know you are highly regarded by His Majesty, but if one person says it's okay, and two people say it's okay, if many people say it, it's hard to avoid problems, especially since Chunfeng Tower is on the same side as Prime Minister Cui..."

The words were not finished, but everything that needed to be said was said.

Is he worried about himself?

Tang Huan sensed Cheng Yuan's well-intentioned reminder and, considering that the other party was trying to befriend her through rouge, she assumed he had no other intentions.

"Do you think His Majesty would suspect that I have an improper relationship with the Prime Minister?"

Cheng Yuan smiled awkwardly, "That's not what I meant. It's just that your reputation for being a womanizer will have a big impact, since many people now regard you as the savior of Daqing."

"I wouldn't presume to call myself a savior. I just like to write a few lines of poetry and practice martial arts in my spare time."

"You are too modest, sir. You are truly accomplished in both literary and martial arts. It would be a great pity if you were harmed because of your involvement in factional strife."

Tang Huan became serious; he could sense the other party's goodwill.

But the purpose is unclear.

"Lord Cheng, you can speak frankly about what you need me for. There are no outsiders here."

Cheng Yuan's expression shifted, and he didn't dwell on it any longer. "My lord," he said, "I know many people will come to you. Some want to make money, some want to curry favor, and I'm no exception. I want a promotion."

"You're so young and you're already the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, aren't you satisfied? How old are you now? Thirty-one or thirty-two? Cui Renshi's disciple was already forty when he became the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review."

Cheng Yuan gave a wry smile. "In that case, I shouldn't be dissatisfied. But when there's no hope for promotion, I have to find some ways and opportunities for myself, right? I've studied diligently for more than ten years, isn't it all for the sake of getting promoted and making money?"

"Now that we have official positions, we can't get rich..."

Tang Huan glanced at Cheng Yuan's clothes and said without hesitation, "If you want to get rich, I can help you."

"It's not just about getting rich..." Cheng Yuan smiled somewhat embarrassedly.

Tang Huan looked at the other person and asked, "Why did you say you had no hope of promotion?"

"Because my immediate superior, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, is His Majesty's man, so his position is very secure, and even if he makes a mistake, he won't be in any big trouble."

As he spoke, Cheng Yuan said with distress, "If he were younger, I wouldn't have this thought, but he's already old and it's impossible for him to be promoted to another position."

Cheng Yuan solemnly said, "My lord, others may worry that you will be crushed in the clash with the prime minister's faction, but I believe that you will definitely rise step by step. I only hope that you can give me a promotion, and I am willing to do anything for you!"

As he spoke, Cheng Yuan disregarded his so-called dignity and knelt directly in front of Tang Huan.

Tang Huan tried to help Cheng Yuan up, but Cheng Yuan struggled violently.

"Why do you think I can definitely get you promoted?" Tang Huan asked.

Cheng Yuan looked up and met Tang Huan's gaze.

"Because of Jiang He's death!"

Cheng Yuan said in a deep voice, "Jiang He was the Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review and a confidant of Cui Renshi, yet he died quietly in Qihuai County. Cui Renshi did not hold him accountable, and His Majesty did not take any action. You, sir, are perfectly fine, as if nothing happened."

Tang Huan asked in surprise, "You know that person died in Qihuai County, and died at my hands?"

Cheng Yuan nodded, "Outsiders may not know, but anyone who is interested can find out some inside information by investigating. I also know that Jiang He went to Qihuai County during that time. He wouldn't do that for no reason; he must have been ordered by Cui Renshi."

And what was the result?

The person died, and the matter remained unresolved.

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