Chapter 341 Zhao Chenhan goes to apologize to Zhao Lin
"What?"
Zhao Mingzhu was shocked.
That timid Zhao Lin who didn't dare to speak loudly, has suddenly transformed himself into the official of a province in just two years?
Frontier governor!
There are thirteen provinces in Daqi, which means that there are tens of millions of people in Daqi, but there are only thirteen people like Zhao Lin.
No matter whose home it is placed in, it will bring honor to the family.
but……
Zhao Mingzhu felt bitter in her mouth.
Why did you cut off the relationship?
Even if his parents favored Zhao Chenhan, they shouldn't be so harsh on Zhao Lin.
It’s okay for mom, but why is dad like this too?
Could the rumor be true?
Zhao Mingzhu didn't dare to think further.
"Why do you look so unhappy?" asked Prince Yu.
Zhao Mingzhu quickly said, "Chen Han is the only male in the Marquisate. If he doesn't turn out well, I'm worried that there will be no one to carry on the Marquisate's legacy."
Prince Yu smiled and said, "So he has to be disciplined by his mother-in-law. Didn't his father-in-law assign a teacher to him? Let the teacher teach him well."
"Yes." Zhao Mingzhu put his thoughts aside and said in a low voice.
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When Zhao Chenhan returned to the Zhenbei Marquis Mansion, he was furious.
"This is too much! This is too much!"
In front of Du Yun, Zhao Chenhan paced back and forth, gritting his teeth.
Du Yun asked, "Why is the prince so angry?"
Zhao Chenhan said, "The prince knew that Zhao Lin and I were not on good terms, yet he still sent me to win him over and apologize to him."
Du Yun smiled and said, "As the ancients said, those who can accomplish great things must endure great humiliation. What's the big deal about an apology? He is now the governor and will be of great significance to Prince Yu's cause. If you can win him over, it will be a great achievement for you."
"Mr. Du, you don't know that the situation here is complicated. It's useless even if I apologize." Zhao Chenhan said.
Du Yun disagreed and said, "Please explain in detail, Your Majesty, so that I can make an analysis."
Zhao Chenhan gritted his teeth and said, "Actually, Zhao Lin is my father's biological son."
"What? Does the general know?" Du Yun was shocked.
Zhao Chenhan said, "My parents and sisters all know it, and Zhao Lin himself knows it too. Because Zhao Lin disobeyed his parents and refused to obey their discipline, his parents expelled him from the Marquisate and forbade him to act in the name of the Marquisate. Otherwise, Zhao Lin would have announced his identity to the public long ago."
Du Yun nodded.
What Zhao Chenhan said was half true and half false, but he believed it.
If the general hadn't ordered Zhao Lin not to reveal his identity, would he have been able to hold back?
Being the prince of a marquisate, this is a great honor.
Du Yun glanced at Zhao Chenhan and said, "No wonder you insist on competing with Zhao Lin. No wonder the general sent me here. So that's why."
Zhao Chenhan sighed and said, "Excuse me, sir. At the moment, it seems that I am indeed not as good as Zhao Lin. However, my parents have high hopes for me. If I can't even compare to Zhao Lin, how can I be worthy of their teachings over the years? So, please teach me, sir."
Du Yun nodded and said, "It's okay. It's rare for Zhao Lin to be the governor now, but he is incomparable to you. As long as Prince Yu ascends the throne, this is a great achievement. No matter how successful Zhao Lin is in the future, he will never be able to compare with you."
Zhao Chenhan said, "But I have to make achievements in front of the prince so that he will pay attention to me. I don't want to rely solely on my father's favor and make people think that my parents are not discerning."
Du Yun said: "So you should apologize and let Prince Yu see your loyalty and ability."
Zhao Chenhan took a deep breath and said, "Sir, you're right. I should apologize. But Zhao Lin and his family are at loggerheads, and he joined the Crown Prince to oppose his family. I'm afraid an apology alone won't satisfy him."
Du Yun said, "You also said that he wants to go against his family just to get some revenge. Isn't it enough to just let him get his revenge?"
Zhao Chenhan asked: "What should we do?"
Du Yun said: "Announce his identity and let him return to the Marquis' Mansion."
"No." Zhao Chenhan objected flatly: "My parents kicked him out of the mansion themselves. If we call him back, wouldn't that be going back on our word? Where would we put our parents? Besides, if he comes back, what should I do?"
Du Yun burst into laughter.
Zhao Chenhan asked unhappily, "What are you laughing at, sir?"
Du Yun said, "I'm laughing at you for telling the truth only now."
Zhao Chenhan blushed slightly and said frankly, "It was indeed my fault for concealing something before. I am an adopted son, but I have secretly occupied the position of the Crown Prince. I have always been worried. If I can't surpass Zhao Lin, I will not only be unworthy of my parents' upbringing and teaching, but also bring shame to them. So, please teach me how to deal with it, sir."
Du Yun was in deep thought.
Zhao Chenhan said, "My parents and sisters love me more than they love him. If not, my father wouldn't have asked me to be crowned the Crown Prince."
Du Yun said: "You don't need to explain too much. I believe the general. He asked to make you the prince, so naturally he wants you to be his heir. You are my future master. I will do my best to advise you."
Zhao Chenhan was overjoyed: "Thank you very much, sir. I will never forget your guidance."
Du Yun sneered.
Zhao Chenhan did this and he was really risking his life.
He absolutely disagreed with asking him to apologize and thank Zhao Lin.
But I have to go.
Prince Yu has spoken, and if he doesn't go, he will be disobeying the order. At the very least, he will be disliked by Prince Yu, and at the worst, it may affect the future of the Zhenbei Marquisate, which is also his future.
Of course that won't work.
So Zhao Chenhan felt that he should endure the humiliation.
But you also have to gain something.
This is also the reason why he asked Du Yun for advice and did not hesitate to expose Zhao Lin's identity.
Anyway, Zhao Jingzhou knew that it would be useless even if Du Yun asked, and it would only make Zhao Chenhan look more frank.
After thinking for a moment, Du Yun said, "Everyone in the capital knows that you and Zhao Lin are at odds. If you go to apologize, you must make it known to everyone. This way, regardless of whether you can win over Zhao Lin or not, it will show how dedicated you are to Prince Yu and make him look up to you."
"Try to slander Zhao Lin again, saying he's being unreasonable. You're the heir apparent of a marquisate, Prince Yu's brother-in-law, and you traveled thousands of miles to apologize, yet he not only refused to accept it, but he humiliated you. How can someone like that be the head of a province?"
"If you do these two things well, you can turn the situation around. At least people won't think you're bowing to Zhao Lin."
"Is that all?" Zhao Chenhan asked with a frown.
It’s still not enough, the initiative is still in Zhao Lin’s hands.
Du Yun smiled and said, "Of course there's more to it than that, but your focus shouldn't be on Zhao Lin. Zhao Lin was just lucky to have the respect of Li Xingye and Fu Chengwang. Without these two people, even if he became the governor, how could Prince Yu look upon him with such high regard? Your focus should be on gaining His Majesty's favor. As long as His Majesty is willing to value you, you are better than Zhao Lin."
Du Yun said meaningfully, "Don't let those trivial matters affect you. Your focus is on the capital, the palace, and His Majesty. Gaining His Majesty's trust is what you should do. As for other things, what does it matter if you suffer a little loss? A temporary victory or defeat cannot prove the whole point. The fact that the general and his wife love you more proves this."
Zhao Chenhan suddenly understood and said gratefully, "Thank you for your guidance, sir. I will go and inform my mother and go to Qingzhou tomorrow."
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