Zhang Juzheng's study was not big, but it was not simple. In fact, this Zhang Jiangling liked fine clothes and delicious food, and was very particular about the expenses of his house.

The study of the Ming Dynasty scholars was to be bright and clean, not too spacious. A clean and bright room can make people feel relaxed and refreshed, while a room that is too spacious will damage the eyesight and make it difficult to concentrate. From the perspective of Feng Shui, the bigger the room, the more it attracts people and is not good for nourishing vitality. Therefore, no matter how rich a family is, the study should not be too big.

Zhang Juzheng sat cross-legged on the Arhat couch. After listening to Zhao Hao's words, he was silent for a long time. Then he said calmly, "Who are you talking to me with?"

"Ban'er." Young Master Zhao said without hesitation, "Please treat me as Jingxiu and the others, uncle. I will treat you as I treat my father, with sincerity and filial piety."

He was just thinking about Tao Zi. If he dared to be disrespectful to his idol like he did to Mr. Zhao, he would have been slapped in the face by Bu Gu...

Zhang Juzheng didn't know how his father and son got along, and was deeply shocked when he heard this. He thought to himself that this boy was really hardworking. With his current status, he didn't need to be so humble to me. It seems that he really likes my daughter.

After thinking this, he finally calmed down and said, "You are too greedy. Don't you understand that you can't have your cake and eat it too?"

"I want fish, and I also want bear's paw." Young Master Zhao smiled awkwardly, "It is the most difficult to accept the kindness of a beautiful woman. My father-in-law is a man among men, and his handsomeness and talent are far superior to mine. Do you also want to blame me like my mother-in-law did?"

"If you don't have your eyes on my daughter, I don't care how many you marry." Zhang Juzheng snorted, but finally did not correct his address, as if the flattery was in the right place.

Moreover, he was not like Gu, who was obsessed with the question of who was older between the county lord and his daughter. It seemed that in his eyes, this was not difficult to solve.

Since Zhao Hao has no interest in a career in politics, this problem is indeed easy to solve.

"Earlier, Minister Gao wanted to hold the court meeting in advance, but Bu Gu did not stop him." Zhang Juzheng then responded to Zhao Hao's previous words that "those who break the rules of the court meeting will suffer backlash."

"Is that so..." Zhao Hao's eyes suddenly glanced at the scroll on the wall that read 'Be moderate in desires and avoid anger, be casual and natural', and thought that it seemed that his idol was also very uncomfortable under the shadow of Lord Gao.

That was almost inevitable. Zhang Juzheng was born to be a protagonist. How proud and flamboyant was he? During the year he worked with Gao Gong, he could only keep a low profile and must have suffered a lot of internal injuries.

But it seems that sticking it on the wall is something that humans cannot do. If humans can do it, why would they stick it on the wall? If sticking it on the wall can do it, then it can be done without sticking it, so why bother?

From this we can see that idols are in a state where they can neither be abstinent nor stop being angry, nor can they be casual, and they also want to force themselves to be.

It seems that a falling out between Gao and Zhang in the future is inevitable.

"If he doesn't get into trouble, how can he know your importance?" Zhang Juzheng took a sip of tea and said slowly. This also applies to himself. Besides, if he doesn't continue to dig holes, how can he trap Lao Gao in the future?

"May I ask, father-in-law, does Lord Gao have a strong grudge against me?" Young Master Zhao asked softly. Although he had already made a guess, he still wanted to confirm it with his own ears.

"Very serious." Zhang Juzheng nodded without hesitation and said, "He regards the Jiangnan Group as a scourge and a beast, and you as... a demon."

"Monster?" Young Master Zhao felt a chill on his spine and said, "That's not a nice word."

"Nonsense." Zhang Juzheng glanced at him with a gloating look and said, "Who allowed you to develop so fast? In the blink of an eye, the entire Jiangnan region has become yours. No one can pretend not to see it no matter who is in power!"

"Alas, I myself did not expect that Jiangnan Group would develop by leaps and bounds so quickly." Zhao Hao said modestly, "I have strictly ordered all companies to do business within the ten prefectures of Jiangnan. Ningshaotai, Huichiguang and other places wanted to join, but I rejected them ruthlessly, just to avoid attracting too much attention."

"You are showing off." Zhang Juzheng snorted coldly, "Just know how to restrain yourself. Over time, everyone will get used to your presence."

After a pause, he changed his tone and said, "You are still lucky. Lord Gao thought he had it under control, but things turned out to be unpredictable when the time came... Lord Zhao was determined to go against him, and Lord Yuanfu also submitted a petition to resign at this critical moment. The wind direction is not favorable to him."

"In order not to affect the important event of enfeoffment and tribute, Gao Ge Laofang listened to my advice and asked you to come to the capital as soon as possible." Zhang Juzheng glanced at Zhao Hao and said, "Otherwise he would plan to deal with you next. Now he has something to ask of you, so we have no choice but to sit down and talk."

"Father's love is like a mountain. I don't know how to repay you, father." Zhao Hao was so moved that he almost cried.

"I've told you, don't change your words so quickly." Zhang Juzheng felt a chill. This guy was a monkey, and he was too good at taking advantage of others.

"Yes, uncle..." Master Zhao lowered his head in grievance.

"What conditions are you going to offer this time?" Zhang Juzheng asked again.

"Of course I'll listen to my uncle..." Zhao Hao said with a happy look on his face, very sensible.

"Yeah." Zhang Juzheng thought that this was more like it, and his expression became more relaxed. "According to Bu Gu's opinion, Gao Xinzheng is a donkey who is obedient and will not recognize you. So you can't ask for too much, otherwise he will bear a grudge against you and will definitely punish you later."

Zhao Hao thought to himself, you two are really alike. He nodded without hesitation and said, "Then I won't mention any conditions."

He said with a look of regret, "It's a pity that I didn't listen to my uncle's good advice earlier. Last year, I forced him to sign the city humiliation treaty in Gaojiazhuang. I guess that made Mr. Gao unhappy."

"Why, do you regret letting the tiger go back to the mountains?" Zhang Juzheng looked at him with a smile.

"No, I will never regret it. If it happens again, I will ask him to come out again." Zhao Hao said without hesitation.

"Why?" Zhang Juzheng was stunned.

"Because this is what my uncle wants!" Young Master Zhao said sincerely, "Back then, I was young and ignorant, and I spoke nonsense in Lingji Palace. If it weren't for my uncle's protection, I would have been killed by the young cabinet minister. And you didn't abandon me, and didn't think I was mean and humble, and consulted me on current affairs, hoping to save the people from danger and turn the tide. I am deeply grateful, and I have already secretly sworn that I am willing to drive and help my uncle revive the Ming Dynasty!"

These words came from the heart and made Zhang Juzheng feel warm. He looked at Zhao Hao carefully, trying to find some flaws on this boy's face.

But looking left and right, up and down, Mr. Zhang only saw admiration, sincerity and enthusiasm...

The highest level of gaining people's trust is to make yourself believe your own lies. Mr. Zhao's repeated self-suggestions for many years finally stood up to scrutiny at this moment!

"Ah, it's worth it... Your father has protected you." Zhang Juzheng felt that he couldn't hurt the child's heart. The so-called kindness and power, once the power is established, it's time to show kindness.

"Ah? So, I can call my son-in-law father-in-law?" Young Master Zhao's face was immediately filled with surprise.

"You can yell if you want." Zhang Juzheng turned his head away, embarrassed by this kid. "I mean in private."

"Yes, father-in-law!" Master Zhao shouted happily.

"Ah..." Zhang Xianggong responded awkwardly, and quickly changed the subject: "In fact, not mentioning any conditions is also a good move. I just said that Gao Xinzheng is a donkey who follows his will. If you follow his temper, he will be very happy to work for you, and he would like to treat you as a relative. If you go against him, it will be like the murderer of your father."

"You helped him unconditionally this time. He will be too embarrassed to attack you again in the short term." Zhang Juzheng reassured Zhao Hao, "If he doesn't follow the rules and doesn't care about his dignity, I will stand up to him. I can't let my child suffer any loss."

"Well, my father-in-law is so nice." Young Master Zhao was overjoyed and wanted to hug Bu Gu and kiss him.

"Don't be so cheesy." Zhang Juzheng felt a chill and glared at him, saying, "I haven't asked you yet, how confident are you that you can turn the votes around?"

"Yesterday was..." asked Master Zhao.

"Sixteen votes in favor, twenty votes against, and nine votes neutral." Zhang Juzheng said, "Among them, the nobles voted ten against, and four were neutral."

Because the issues under discussion are major military issues, the nobles have a considerable weight in the vote.

"That shouldn't be a big problem." Zhao Hao pretended to think for a while before confidently saying, "I've fought with the nobles in Nanjing before. They only think about making money and have no other thoughts. I think the difference between the nobles in Beijing and others won't be that big..."

The subtext is that anything that can be solved with money is not a problem for this young master.

"Hmm." Zhang Juzheng was completely relieved. He avoided thinking for a moment, then slowly said, "But don't turn it over too much."

"I understand." Zhao Hao nodded and said, "That would expose our strength."

"Yes. But it's more than that," Zhang Juzheng said calmly, "It would be best if the case could be a tie, and then we can respectfully invite the referee."

Mr. Zhang knew that this was a bit unreasonable, but since his daughter had been abducted by this boy, how could he let him go easily?

"What does this mean?" Young Master Zhao asked with a puzzled look on his face.

"Your Majesty has entrusted all the government affairs to Gao Xinzheng without reservation, so the ball will still be kicked back to the cabinet." Zhang Juzheng said with a cold light flashing in his eyes: "Only when the final decision is made by Gao, the glory will go to Gao."

The eight words "Fame and slander follow" suddenly flashed through Zhao Hao's mind, and he vaguely understood his idol's intention.

He couldn't help but shudder. Being an opponent to such a great conspirator, he couldn't sleep peacefully...

Thinking of this, his filial piety became more sincere. "Then follow my father-in-law's advice and do my best."

"Yeah." Zhang Juzheng nodded with satisfaction. Which leader doesn't like subordinates who are determined to accomplish their mission and do not make any conditions?

At this time, the clock in the study rang, it was nine o'clock.

"Just concentrate on getting this done. I will take care of the rest." Zhang Juzheng served tea to see the guest off. When he picked up the teacup, he realized that this kid was no longer a stranger. He stood up and personally escorted him to the door, saying in a kind tone:

"Remember, if my daughter is wronged in the future, I will break your dog legs!"

"Don't worry, father-in-law. I love her so much." Young Master Zhao hurriedly expressed his opinion for the umpteenth time.

"Shut up, I don't want to listen, get out!" Zhang Juzheng slammed the door of the study.