Chapter 848: Killing Three Birds with One Stone

The next day, the Ministry of Households knew that Zhou's eldest granddaughter was engaged. The engagement was successful, and everyone congratulated Hu Xia.

Qiu Yan didn't believe the news at first, and even asked Zhou Shuren in person if it was true. He had a lot of doubts in his heart, but finally thought it was not good to interrupt and ask. Seeing Zhou Shuren in a good mood today, he smiled and asked, "Have you set a date for the wedding?"

Zhou Shuren was beaming with joy. He was in a good mood after a worry was lifted. "My granddaughter is still young, so I'll get her engaged first. The wedding date will be decided when she passes the imperial examination."

Qiu Yan thought of Hu Xia's nephew, who was not very old and was just concentrating on the imperial examinations, and said, "Congratulations."

Zhou Shuren accepted it and said with a smile, "Thank you."

About an hour later, Zhou Shuren and Qiu Yan met Zhang Jinghong in the Shangshu's room. Zhang Jinghong's face was white and his hair was pale. He still looked seriously ill. He coughed every time he stood up to greet people, and he looked like he would fall down at any time.

Xiao Qing looked at his toothache and said, "Hurry up and sit down. You said you haven't recovered yet, why are you reporting to the Ministry of Revenue?"

Zhang Jinghong smiled bitterly in his heart. He was no longer a prince, and he didn't know if it was because he always followed the Second Prince, but the Second Prince actually had some feelings for him. He even went to visit him at the house he moved to these few days.

Of course, he was also given news that when the Second Prince went to see Zhang Yang, Zhang Yang hated him, and he could not lie down anymore. He could not expect the Crown Prince or the Second Prince to pay more attention to him because it was unrealistic.

The only one he can rely on is himself. If he can't lie down for a few days, he has to get up. The Ministry of Revenue must report it. As long as it is reported, he has the protection of his official position.

Zhang Jinghong coughed while holding a handkerchief. "I am much better now. The Ministry of Revenue is busy every winter, and I just can't lie down, so I came here today."

Xiao Qing rolled his eyes in his heart. He didn't believe this nonsense. His news told him that Zhang Jinghong would have to lie down for at least one or two months. It had only been a few days. He calculated that he had only been lying down for eight days. "I know what you mean. You should go back and recuperate first. Then come back to the Ministry of Revenue."

Zhou Shuren stroked his beard. He saw Zhang Jinghong's anxiety. Lord Xiao must have seen it as well, but Lord Xiao did not want to cause trouble for the Ministry of Revenue at such a busy time. Lord Xiao would not be polite to Zhang Jinghong, who was not a prince.

Zhang Jinghong was not too disappointed. At least he had reported it today. He covered his wound and said, "Thank you for your consideration, sir. I will take my leave now."

Xiao Qing hummed, "Let's go back."

Zhou Shuren weighed the options in his mind, and when he thought of Zhang Yang, he curled his lips. Because Zhang Jinghong walked slowly, Zhou Shuren quickly caught up with him.

Zhang Jinghong was really surprised, "Sir, what do you want from me?"

Zhou Shuren sighed that Zhang Jinghong's change of identity was so natural. With this naturalness and the ability to survive well, he is a character. "The current Fifth Prince is not friendly to you."

Zhang Jinghong was a little confused, his mind was a little blank, he didn't understand why Mr. Zhou said this to him, he said calmly: "Isn't this normal? I took the seat."

Of course, what is happening now is also fake. He is not afraid that Zhang Yang will be unfriendly to him, or will bear a grudge against him. Zhang Yang is now an important chess piece of the emperor. Even if it is fake, it is still real in the eyes of everyone. If someone really does something to Zhang Yang secretly, he will have no power in his hands now. This is what he is afraid of.

Zhou Shuren saw that there were no people around, "The fifth prince has already learned the rules and regulations, and will move into the prince's mansion in the next few days."

Zhang Jinghong was still a little confused. Lord Zhou seemed to know too much. He didn't even know the exact time of Zhang Yang's move. "Sir, what do you want to say to me?"

Zhou Shuren said quietly, "I just like you and I also appreciate your talent. The Fifth Prince will not be returning to the Imperial Academy in the future, so he will be free. It's not enough for a prince who grew up outside the palace to just learn the rules, don't you think?"

Zhang Jinghong grew up in the palace, with his mouth twitching. Although he was a prince and had learned a lot, he felt it was a nightmare when he recalled it now.

Zhou Shuren continued, "I have also seen this fifth prince, but I think he is too naive. Do you agree with me?"

Zhang Jinghong was sure that Zhang Yang must have offended Lord Zhou. At the same time, he was happy because he knew how to hold Zhang Yang back. He had to find some good officials for the Prince's Mansion. "Your Excellency is right."

Zhou Shuren said meaningfully, "It's almost winter. It's not suitable to go out much in winter, especially if you are seriously injured. It's better to take care of your body at a young age, so as not to suffer when you are old. Whether you can stay in bed and recover from your injuries in this winter depends on you."

Zhang Jinghong, ".......I thank you for your kindness, sir."

Although he was clearly being used as a knife, he was sincerely grateful to Lord Zhou. At least he helped him solve the problem. Who wouldn't want to recover from his injuries? He was a man who valued his life.

Zhou Shuren was very satisfied watching Zhang Jinghong walk out of the Ministry of Revenue. He originally wanted to find someone by himself. He followed the prince everywhere and gained a lot. He got to know many people. Of course, he knew why he dared to do so. The emperor liked Zhang Yang who was honest the most. Especially after Zhang Yang dared to mention his granddaughter shamelessly this time, the emperor must have wanted to capture Zhang Yang.

His idea was also helpful to the emperor, who praised his method and also won him a favor from Zhang Jinghong.

Zhou Shuren returned to the room and asked, "Why does Mr. Qiu look at me like that?"

Qiu Yan, "Why did you go after Zhang Jinghong? I'm not saying that it's better to stay out of this trouble."

Zhou Shuren explained: "I have met Zhang Jinghong several times, and I saw him today so I went to ask him."

Qiu Yancai didn't believe it. Zhou Shuren was not a sympathetic person. After working together for so long, he more or less understood Zhou Shuren. Zhou Shuren had his own standards and was not a soft-hearted person.

Zhou Shuren was in a good mood and was willing to chat more with Mr. Qiu. "I think Zhang Jinghong will be a big shot in the future."

Qiu Yan, "After all, he was raised in the royal family and has experienced great changes. As long as his background is not a problem, his future is indeed promising."

Zhou Shuren didn't want to talk anymore. Zhang Jinghong's identity was problematic, so even if he was a prominent figure, Zhang Jinghong would never be able to gain power in his lifetime.

Inside the palace, although no one was around when Zhou Shuren was talking, the emperor still knew the content of the conversation between Zhou Shuren and Zhang Jinghong.

The prince laughed quietly, "The last time Lord Zhou got angry with a child, it was probably with Mr. Zhou Si?"

The emperor didn't care about Zhou Shuren's little trick. "For so many years, he and his wife have always been protective of their children, especially the girls of the Zhou family. Now that Zhou Shuren's eldest granddaughter is engaged, she may not be the most satisfied. It's normal for Zhou Shuren to get angry."

It would be abnormal not to get angry, but fortunately I knew my limits and helped him solve the problem.

The prince thought of the fact that Lord Zhou did not give his daughter a dowry, "My son has not yet told Zhang Yang about the Zhou family's engagement, but he has been thinking about it."

The emperor snorted, "Tell him today and warn him not to have any thoughts."

Compared with a fake fifth prince and Zhou Shuren, the latter is naturally more important.

The prince felt happy when he thought of Zhang Yang's expression when he heard the news. Zhang Yang had tortured him a lot these days, and he couldn't just leave him alone. He had to finish the show.

In the afternoon, Zhou Shuren was about to go home. Hu Xia came running over. Zhou Shuren didn't rush to get on the carriage. "What do you want from me?"