Ji An said, "I think what Zhao Lin wants most is recognition. As long as you recognize him, accept him, and let him feel the warmth of home, you will definitely not embarrass Chen Han anymore."
Zhao Jingzhou shook his head: "He has a deep misunderstanding of us and will not let Han'er go so easily."
Ji An said: "You treat him like this, I would do the same if I were in your place. But the more you treat him like this, the more you need to change, unless you don't want him to come back."
Zhao Jingzhou said, "He is my son after all. Even though he is not popular, he cannot be left alone forever. When Prince Yu ascends the throne, I will let him come back, but not now."
Ji An sneered, "When Prince Yu ascends the throne, you'll be promoted to Prince of Zhenbei. Chen Han will be the crown prince of the palace, and you'll be able to suppress Zhao Lin. That way, if Zhao Lin comes back, he won't suffer any loss, right?"
Zhao Jingzhou nodded slightly: "The one who understands me is Ji An."
"It's only because the emperor will die soon, otherwise Zhao Lin might be crowned king earlier than you - he holds a much higher position than you now." Ji An laughed.
Zhao Jingzhou said calmly, "Official position is not important; military power is the most important."
Ji An said, "Forget it. I won't interfere in your family's affairs. It's easy to transfer Chen Han away. Isn't Zhao Lin greedy for money? Just give him money."
Zhao Jingzhou nodded and said, "As expected of Ji An, this strategy is simple but effective. I'll use it."
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"Sir, this is one hundred thousand taels."
Zhao Jingzhou specially sent a personal guard with silver to the headquarters to find Zhao Lin.
"My prince is getting married on December 18th. It's not long now. Madam hopes he can go back early to prepare. I hope Your Excellency will make it convenient for him."
Zhao Lin glanced at the box of silver and said calmly, "Which is more important, official business or personal matters?"
The guard's heart sank: "Official business is important."
"Maritime trade is of vital importance. It involves the finances of our dynasty and affects millions of people. I've heard that Zhao Chenhan is capable, so I've specially assigned him to handle this matter, hoping it can be resolved as soon as possible. How can you be so selfish as to ask him to put this matter aside and go back to get married? Do you care about the court and the people? Do you care about me?"
Zhao Lin shouted harshly, and sweat immediately broke out on the guard's forehead.
The guards quickly said, "It's not that we're putting personal interests above public interest. The wedding date has been set long ago, and many ministers will be attending, and even the Emperor will be in attendance. It can't be easily changed. If you think it's inappropriate, we can discuss it."
Zhao Lin had just robbed tens of millions of taels of silver, so how could he be interested in a mere 100,000 taels? He snorted coldly, "What do you mean by that? Are you saying that I'm abusing my power for personal gain and deliberately making things difficult for you?"
"I dare not." The guard said hurriedly: "Please forgive me, my lord. There are really too many things to do for the prince's marriage. He must go back."
"Hmph! Is his marriage more important, or the court and the people?" Zhao Lin scolded.
The guard said stubbornly, "Of course the court and the people are more important."
"That's right." Zhao Lin said, "I will let him go the day before his wedding. As for now, there's no need to say anything."
"Zhao Lin, you bastard!"
Zhao Chenhan was furious when he heard the news.
This is deliberately making things difficult for him.
It would be fine if Zhao Chenhan had some important job that couldn't be done without him.
The key point is, since he left Beijing, what else has he been asked to do besides arranging accommodation on the road?
Those lowly soldiers were fighting pirates, he didn't do anything!
Even so, Zhao Lin didn't let him go back.
Isn't this deliberately making things difficult for him?
"What about additional money?" Zhao Chenhan asked.
The guard said helplessly, "I asked, but Lord Zhao refused to give in."
"Damn it! Damn it! Damn it!"
Zhao Chenhan paced back and forth angrily.
At this time, a servant suddenly came over to report: "Master, a young man named Zhou is looking for you."
"Surname Zhou? Zhou Shi'an?"
Zhao Chenhan was overjoyed and quickly said, "Please come in."
Soon Zhou Shian came in.
Zhao Chenhan said, "Mr. Zhou, you came at the right time. I'm in trouble."
Zhou Shian said with a smile: "I knew that the prince was in trouble, so I rushed here from the capital."
Zhou Shian looked around.
Zhao Chenhan immediately said, "All of you get out."
After everyone left, Zhao Chenhan said, "I want to leave here and return to Beijing, but Zhao Lin won't let me go, even if I give him money. You need to find a way to let me go back."
Zhou Shian said, "Isn't it good to be here? Zhao Lin has already taken control of the overall situation. He just needs to handle the maritime trade well. It will be a great achievement. When he returns, he will be rewarded according to his merits, and the prince will also benefit."
"I can't earn a single cent. That bastard doesn't let me do anything. I just stand there stupidly every day. No matter how great the credit is, it has nothing to do with me." Zhao Chenhan growled.
Zhou Shian frowned and said, "Zhao Lin is indeed insidious. He wants to consume the prince alive."
Zhao Chenhan said: "I have to leave his men, otherwise I can't accomplish anything. Even if he doesn't harm me, he can still destroy me."
Zhou Shian nodded and said, "This move is indeed insidious. It will not offend the Marquis' Mansion, but it can also suppress the Crown Prince. But Zhao Lin doesn't even want money, so it's difficult to deal with."
Zhao Chenhan said angrily: "If it's easy, why do I need you?"
Zhou Shi'an laughed heartily: "Your Highness is absolutely right. I have a plan that will allow Your Highness to leave here and return to the capital in disgrace."
Zhao Chenhan said anxiously, "I knew Mr. Zhou had a good idea. Tell me quickly."
Zhou Shian asked, "Is the prince afraid of pain?"
Zhao Chenhan said: "I'm not afraid. What does this have to do with pain?"
Zhou Shian said, "Your Highness could go out and suppress pirates, take the opportunity to get injured, and ask to return to the capital to recuperate. This way, he can get the credit, and Zhao Lin can't refuse."
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