Han Yu naturally had no idea what his Majesty was thinking at this moment. Hearing the Majesty's question, a flicker of hesitation crossed his face. He bowed and said, "Your Majesty, when the late Emperor was still alive, Censor Gu once wrote to the emperor that Xiong Tingbi had been out of seclusion for over a year and had no plans for anything. He concealed the news of the fall of Puhe and did not report it. The soldiers carrying weapons were not used in combat, but only to dig trenches. He held the Imperial Sword in his hand, not to benefit the state, but only to abuse his power. Censor Feng once wrote to the emperor that if Xiong Tingbi was not dismissed, the Liao territory would ultimately be lost. Furthermore, Censor Zhang once said that Xiong Tingbi had destroyed Liaoyang. I do not understand why Your Majesty would appoint Xiong Tingbi."

Looking at Han Yu, Zhu Youxiao did not say anything, and even the expression on his face did not change.

Han Yu thought for a moment, a slight sweat breaking out on his back. He continued, "Master Yao also reported that the troops and horses there are not trained, the generals are not deployed, and the people are not loyal. Punishment is sometimes ineffective, but the military and civilians' labor has not stopped."

"Yao Zongwen?" Zhu Youxiao interrupted Han Yu and asked about the Yao Zhushi that Han Yu mentioned. If Han Yu hadn't mentioned him, he would have really forgotten about this person.

Yao Zongwen was dispatched by Fang Congzhe to Liaodong to inspect the troops. He was ignorant of military affairs and only cared about soliciting bribes. He was at odds with Xiong Tingbi and slandered him at court, leading to Xiong Tingbi's resignation. During the Tianqi reign, he aligned himself with Wei Zhongxian, rising to the rank of Chief Censor and later the Minister of Personnel. He also colluded with Junior Official Yuan Baoqi.

To put it bluntly, Yao Zongwen is a typical opportunist. If he stays in the court, he will be a disaster.

Feng Sanyuan and Yao Zongwen were involved in this matter probably because they had a grudge against Xiong Tingbi and wanted to take advantage of his misfortune.

Zhu Youxiao glanced at Han Yu thoughtfully and said expressionlessly, "Because I had a dream last night. I dreamed that I was riding a horse in the Liaodong wilderness and encountered a wild boar. When I was about to be killed, a flying bear flew through the air and saved me from danger."

The warm room suddenly became quiet, so quiet that you could hear a pin drop.

"I asked someone to interpret my dream this morning. This incident should happen in Liaodong, indicating that there will be a great disaster in Liaodong. This flying bear should be on Xiong Tingbi."

Zhu Youxiao said this with great seriousness, but Han Yu was completely bewildered. He raised his head several times and tried to speak, but in the end he closed his mouth.

In fact, he really wanted to ask, "Your Majesty, are you serious?" But he didn't dare to say it, and he was very conflicted.

How could such a thing happen? No, this won't do! I have to think of a way, but how should I think of this way?

Zhu Youxiao glanced at Han Yu and didn't even bother to give him a chance to speak. He simply waved his hand and said, "I have made up my mind on this matter. My dear minister, you don't need to worry about it. Please leave!"

Han Yu's heart sank, and he trembled. He tried to argue, but he saw Zhu Youxiao had already closed his eyes and looked like he was about to sleep.

Han Yu's expression changed slightly, and he had no choice but to bow and say, "Your Majesty, please rest early. I'll take my leave now." After saying this, he respectfully retreated.

After Han Yu left, Zhu Youxiao seemed to have thought of something and fell into deep thought. He then turned to look at Chen Hong, who was not far away, and ordered, "Go, call Wei Zhongxian to me."

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Chen Hong agreed, then turned around and hurriedly went to find Wei Zhongxian.

Wei Zhongxian has been in high spirits these days. The eunuch in charge of the Imperial Household Department was ordered to supervise the Eastern Depot. Among the eunuchs, he was ranked second, just after Wang An, the eunuch in charge of the Imperial Household Department.

However, Wei Zhongxian was far from being as complacent as he appeared, and he woke up from nightmares several times at night.

He always dreamed of Kebaba, standing in a hazy light and shadow without saying a word, just looking at him tenderly and smiling at him gently.

Wei Zhongxian knew very well how he came to hold the position, but he didn't know why, even though he was in a high position, he couldn't resist the fear in his heart.

Every time he woke up from the dream, he was terrified. Keshi's death was a huge blow to him, not because he loved her so much, but because he had lost a strong supporter in the palace.

Wei Zhongxian was very worried, fearing that the emperor would find a reason to kill him as well. He was extremely nervous these days.

However, when he heard that the emperor had summoned him, Wei Zhongxian did not dare to delay. He quickly scooped up some clean water, splashed it on his face, and rushed to the Qianqing Palace to cheer himself up.

Along the way, he was filled with fear and had no idea what the emperor meant by summoning him this time.

Seeing Wei Zhongxian bowing and then prostrating himself on the ground a few steps after entering, Zhu Youxiao smiled, then waved his hand for Wei Zhongxian to stand up and said, "I have something to entrust to you. Remember not to let the news leak out."

Hearing the words "leaked", Wei Zhongxian, who was lying on the ground, trembled violently, but his expression remained unchanged. He said respectfully, "Your Majesty, please give your instructions. I will do my best to carry them out!"

Although the words were flattering, they were also spoken with caution. He was extremely nervous, fearing that it was another difficult matter. But even if it was difficult, what could he do? The emperor asked you to do it, no matter how difficult it was, you had to do it!

Looking at the somewhat dejected Wei Zhongxian, Zhu Youxiao smiled gently. It seemed that this eunuch had been tortured quite a bit by him!

"Go to the street and find me a fortune teller. Just an ugly Taoist priest will do. No need for someone of high moral standing."

Wei Zhongxian was stunned. What was he looking for? Wasn't he going to kill him?

However, he did not dare to disobey the emperor's words, and quickly bowed and said, "I will do it right away!" He was still a little afraid as he said this.

"What happened in the past is in the past. I won't pursue you! Just put your mind at ease!" Zhu Youxiao felt that it would be better for him to comfort Wei Zhongxian, otherwise he would scare himself to death.

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