Zhou Shian quickly helped Zhao Chenhan up: "How can I let the prince be like this? Since the prince trusts me, I will do my best to make his wish come true."
Zhou Shian suddenly chuckled softly and said, "Although this may sound rather treasonous, if the Li family can sit in that position, why can't the Crown Prince?"
Zhao Chenhan looked at Zhou Shian in astonishment.
Zhou Shian smiled and said, "Your Highness, there's no need to be like this. The Li family's kingdom was also seized, so isn't it normal for others to seize it? Of course, with your own strength, this is just talk. You should think about how to gain the emperor's favor."
Zhao Chenhan nodded repeatedly: "The throne belongs to the Crown Prince and Prince Yu, who else can compete for it?"
Having said that, Zhou Shian's words took root in Zhao Chenhan's heart.
If the Li family can seize the throne of others, why can't others seize theirs?
If Zhao Jingzhou supports him, with 200,000 elite troops stationed at Zhenbei Pass, who can stop him?
But Zhao Jingzhou never said this.
After all, it’s because he is not his biological son.
At this moment, Zhao Chenhan had no idea that because of Zhou Shian's few words, his admiration for the Marquis of Zhenbei and his wife turned into hatred.
"When I get the chance, I will avenge the teasing I've received over the years!" Zhao Chenhan thought viciously.
"Sir, please tell me quickly, how can I please Concubine Rong and let her speak for me?" Zhao Chenhan urged.
Zhou Shian smiled slightly and said, "I said before, Concubine Rong is very lonely, and the prince is so handsome, it's a perfect match. And..."
Zhou Shi'an said, "Although Rong Fei's family is just merchants, merchants have money. How did Zhao Lin win the emperor's favor? Isn't it just because he gave so much money? As long as you have enough money and bribe people, you don't have to worry about not being able to compete with Zhao Lin."
Zhao Chenhan was still a little reluctant: "Can't you just give her a man?"
Zhou Shian criticized: "Giving a man is a deal. What kind of deal can make Rong Fei help you? Can't she find a man herself? Does she need your help? The identity of the Marquis of Zhenbei is the most important."
Zhou Shian said earnestly, "You are still the heir of the Zhenbei Marquisate. You must make good use of this status. If you wait until you are no longer useful and abandoned, and then go to find Concubine Rong, do you think she will still look at you straight in the eye? Not to mention Concubine Rong, even those dandy young men, how will they view you?"
Zhao Chenhan was shocked.
If he lost his status as the heir of the Zhenbei Marquisate, people like Bai Shicheng and Jiang Yichen would definitely be the first to take advantage of him.
Zhao Chenhan has offended many people.
"Don't use it when you need it, or it will become useless after the expiration date." Zhou Shi'an said.
Zhao Chenhan gritted his teeth and said, "Okay! I will go find Concubine Rong myself."
Zhou Shian nodded repeatedly: "That's right. Those who achieve great things don't care about trivial matters. Look at Zhao Lin, he's just a beggar, but he actually hooked up with the daughter of the Minister of Rites. Otherwise, he wouldn't be where he is today."
Zhao Chenhan nodded heavily.
The thing he was most unwilling to accept was that Fu Liqing was snatched away by Zhao Lin.
Zhou Shian said, "Everything must be done in a hurry. Quickly capture Rong Fei and let her whisper in your ear so that the Emperor can grant you an official position. Even if you are abandoned in the future, you will have a place to stand on and will not be like a stray dog, with no control over your life or death."
When talking about identity again, Zhao Chenhan's face was gloomy and he said nothing, just nodded heavily.
Zhou Shian continued, "Capturing Concubine Rong and obtaining an official position is only the first step."
"The second step is to establish a relationship with the Xiong family of Shuozhou. Aren't you trying to compete with Zhao Lin? Since Zhao Lin offended the Xiong family, you should befriend them. The Xiong family is a powerful family in the northwest. If you have their support, even the Zhenbei Marquis will have to look up to you and won't give up on you easily. And since you are the heir of the Zhenbei Marquisate, the Xiong family will definitely be willing to befriend you."
"The third step is to find a way to gain merit. You know that killing innocent people is a way to claim credit, right? Then follow this approach. Aren't Zhao Lin's merits all about suppressing rebellions and bandits? Who knows if they were actually rebels and bandits? You can also learn from him, and then let the Xiong family help you make a name for yourself, and Rong Fei will help you intercede, saying that the second place is as good as the first place, so you don't have to worry about the emperor not paying attention to you."
"The fourth step is to become the emperor's favorite. Just follow Zhao Lin's example and give the emperor whatever he likes: gold, silver, treasures, flowers, rare stones, beautiful women, and so on. Always put the emperor's preferences first. Stay ahead of Zhao Lin in everything, and you'll be able to take away the emperor's favor from Zhao Lin and make him value you instead."
"The fourth step is to snatch Zhu Zhongyan away, befriend him, and make him give up Zhao Lin. Rong Fei and Zhu Zhongyan are still a little distant. If you can alienate the relationship between Zhao Lin and Zhu Zhongyan, it would be best if you could replace Zhao Lin."
"The fifth and final step is to become a powerful official. By then, you'll have the Zhenbei Marquisate behind you, the Xiong family outside, and Zhu Zhongyan inside. You'll hold immense power, and becoming a powerful official will be a natural progression. Even the cabinet ministers and governors will have to kneel at your feet."
Zhou Shian said all this in one breath, then casually picked up Zhao Chenhan's teacup and gulped down a glass of water. He said, "What do you think of my arrangement, Your Highness?"
Zhao Lin was silent for a while, and a smile slowly appeared on his face.
"This prince is truly blessed by heaven to have you. From today on, you will be my advisor and military advisor, receiving a monthly salary of 100 taels, plus bonuses during festivals and holidays."
Zhou Shian waved his hand and said, "These are all trivial matters. I am still waiting for the prince to become the one who is second only to the emperor, so that I can be promoted."
"Hahaha……"
Zhao Chenhan laughed heartily and said, "Zhao Lin has six points in his five-year development plan, and you, sir, have five steps for me. Your talent is unmatched."
Zhao Chenhan sneered, "I once tried to recruit that gangster Song Huaian, but he didn't vote for me and instead voted for that bastard Zhao Lin. Now, I also have Mr. Zhou. I want to see what Song Huaian can do compared to Mr. Zhou."
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