Zheng Xiasheng even felt that this matter was not as simple as His Majesty being tempted by this "flattery".

This is simply a "good omen" tailor-made for Your Majesty!

Even better.

At this moment, not only His Majesty, the court, Shaanxi, and even the entire Daliang, need an "auspicious sign"!

This move can be regarded as a stroke of genius that brings win-win results to all parties.

An auspicious miracle brought to the entire Daliang by one person!

Jia Shao is a man of extraordinary means.

And according to what Mengjin County Magistrate Chang Tao said, Jia Shao was also a young man.

At that moment, Zheng Ge Lao thought of state affairs, the court, and His Majesty because of the "auspicious sign".

But the first and most important thing that came to mind was actually his good disciple, Xiao Cui Xian.

This Jia Shao is young and has real skills.

It would be suitable to win him over first and then have him assist his little Cui Xian in the future.

Therefore, Zheng Ge Lao looked at Mengjin County Magistrate Chang Tao and said meaningfully: "Fortunately, you are honest enough to tell the truth and not take all the credit of Jia Shao for yourself."

"Otherwise, I'm afraid you, the Xiangrui County Magistrate, won't get any benefit at all."

Chang Tao shook his head hurriedly. How could he dare to do that?

Seeing this, Zheng Xiasheng smiled and said, "Since you have such a great fortune, I will explain a few more things to you."

Chang Tao was fully aware of what was said and said excitedly, "I beg you to enlighten me, Master."

Zheng Xiasheng said, "Today, just pretend you have never been to my house. Go and wait outside the palace gate. Tomorrow morning, you will come and ask to see His Majesty."

"When you are in the court, don't say a word about Jia Shao. Just tell His Majesty and the officials according to what he taught you."

"His Majesty will be very pleased and will praise you highly. However, your test has just begun. After the court session, His Majesty will summon you to see him in private and will rebuke you without any explanation. But don't be afraid, stay calm."

"When the time comes, tell the truth, including Jia Shao, including the fact that you came to my mansion privately. Don't be so stupid as to try to hide it."

"If His Majesty asks you some questions and you don't know how to answer, I will teach you a way: Play dumb, praise Jia Shao as much as you can, and then praise His Majesty for having such a talented person."

Chang Tao listened carefully, not daring to miss a word.

Finally, Zheng Xiasheng waved his hand and said, "Go out. By the way, after this matter is over, when you return to Mengjin, don't forget to tell Jia Shao everything I told you."

My Lord, you are using this opportunity to win over Mr. Jia Shao!

Chang Tao understood, bowed respectfully to Zheng Xiasheng and Li Duan, and then left the elder's residence.

In the study.

Li Duan said excitedly: "Teacher, our crisis is over!"

Elder Zheng stroked his beard and smiled, "This auspicious sign came at the perfect time. But why do I feel that this auspicious sign is not only specially sent to Your Majesty, but also to me?"

Because it’s so wonderful and so timely.

The former Prime Minister was demoted because of the "Confession of Sins".

But now the Prime Minister has brought "auspicious signs" to Your Majesty.

Comparing the two, the difference is obvious!

Li Duan heard this and thought: "Perhaps it is Jia Shao who intends to surrender to us?"

Maybe.

Elder Zheng shook his head and said, "Let me win over Jia Shao first, and then find a suitable opportunity to let him meet little Cui Xian."

Li Duan understood what the teacher meant and said with a smile, "Great kindness."

That night.

Chang Tao waited outside the palace gate all night and asked to see His Majesty.

As for Lord Zheng, he went to the Cabinet office and stayed overnight.

The next day, at dawn, the Lord got up early and asked the eunuch of the Imperial Household Department to pass a message to His Majesty, begging His Majesty to attend court today.

Emperor Jiahe, who had just woken up, sat on the dragon couch and sneered, "Humph! I'm afraid something has happened again. That's why Zheng Xiasheng came over and asked me to come to court in advance."

The eunuch of the Imperial Household Department laughed and said, "Oh, Your Majesty, I don't understand what you are saying. But I feel that without Your Majesty here, government affairs cannot be handled in the court."

Emperor Jiahe pointed at the eunuch of the Imperial Household Department and laughed, and whispered something obscene: "You know nothing, idiot."

Then he said, "Change my clothes."

The emperor is going to court.

The Imperial Household Department quickly passed the news on.

All the officials had been waiting outside the palace gate early, wondering whether His Majesty would hold a court meeting today or let everyone go as usual.

But today, the atmosphere was a little off.

Because the magistrate of Mengjin County was kneeling in the middle of the palace gate, saying that he wanted to see the emperor.

...Wait, brother, where are you from?

Mengjin!!

Oh my god!

A bunch of sleepy old officials in the court were so frightened that their sleepiness disappeared, their faces filled with horror - at this critical moment, could something have happened in Mengjin again?

It’s so annoying!

What’s even more terrible is that His Majesty, who has not attended court for a long time, is going to attend court today!

Therefore, when all the civil and military officials entered the Golden Palace, they were as quiet as a chicken, wishing they were dumb or invisible.

The storm is coming. I dare not move. I dare not move at all!

really.

When the news that the magistrate of Mengjin County wanted to see Your Majesty reached the court.

Emperor Jiahe's expression suddenly darkened, and he said angrily, "Announce."

At that moment, the emperor had a lot of thoughts in his mind.

Mengjin!

The place where King Wu held a meeting, the ferry crossing where Dayu controlled floods, and the place where Emperor Guangwu escaped danger with the guidance of a white deer in the mountains and forests of Mengjin.

Others are auspicious!

What kind of disaster will happen when it comes to me?

Do you want me to issue a confession of guilt?

"Summon the magistrate of Mengjin County to see you!"

In the stagnant and depressing atmosphere, the pale, dusty, and very weak Mengjin County Magistrate Chang Tao staggered up to the court with every step.

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