Fortunately, Lucilla did not continue the previous topic, looked around, nodded and said, "This place is not bad, my brother seems to really value you."
"Your Majesty has clear rewards and punishments, and has always treated his own people preferentially." Zhang Heng said.
Lucilla smiled noncommittally, "I heard that you first solved the security problem in the southeast city, and then avoided the delayed delivery of the bronze statue, which made my brother very happy."
"It's just my job."
"It's hard to say if you don't have a job, but your ability is really good. It's because of this that I wonder why you always look like you're shy away from me." Lucy paused and said, "You know Who am I, what can I give you, even some things that my younger brother can't give you."
Zhang Heng was silent when he heard the words.
"Do you know what I'm most curious about?" Lucilla continued.
"Appreciate further details."
"You approached my younger brother to gain power. You don't need to deny this, because that night at the house of Elder Dior, you deliberately provoked Satornilos in order to attract Commodus' attention. This made me think that you and others who were close to him My younger brother's people are not much different, but the interesting thing is that if this is the case, you should also find a way to get close to me, because getting my friendship will undoubtedly be beneficial to your political career in the future It is very helpful, but you seem to be very passive in this matter."
A gleam flashed in Lucilla's eyes, "Either I'm already ugly enough to make you sick, or I have to suspect that my judgment of you was not accurate at the beginning. You didn't approach my brother to gain power. It has another purpose."
Zhang Heng's heart tightened when he heard the words. He didn't expect this woman who seemed to be a little bit out of bounds to have such sharp eyes. Indeed, Lucilla asked the core of the question.
If he really approached Commodus in order to gain power, then facing Lucilla who also has power, he should also strive to win the favor of the other party, but in fact, Zhang Heng approached Commodus in order to get close to Otrus from His Majesty the Emperor , and Lucilla has nothing to do with Ortrus, so Zhang Heng naturally didn't want to waste energy on her.
But fortunately, Zhang Heng's advantage of knowing history came into play at this time.
After another moment of silence, Zhang Heng said, "Your beauty is famous in Rome, and no man can refuse your invitation... And as for why I dare not approach you, it is because I heard rumors that your relationship with His Majesty It’s not as good as everyone thinks.”
Lucy raised her eyebrows and asked in surprise, "Who told you this?"
However, Zhang Heng kept his mouth shut afterwards, making it clear that he didn't want to answer this question.
Lucilla didn't delve into it, but put away the smile on her face, and said lightly, "Since you have entered this circle of power, you should know that there will never be a lack of groundless rumors here. These rumors are just politicians attacking each other. I am the only remaining blood relative of Commodore, so how can I be detrimental to my only younger brother, this is just Commodus' real enemy trying to provoke the relationship between our siblings."
Zhang Heng bowed, "I have been taught, but I am His Majesty's man after all, and I need to maintain my loyalty to His Majesty, even if it is just a rumor..."
Lucilla interrupted impatiently before he finished speaking, "You are very conscientious, I am very glad that my younger brother's subordinates are finally a bit decent, and there are no longer only guys who hide their heads and show their tails and villains who only fight for favor. Now, since that’s the case, then I won’t disturb your loyal performance.”
Hearing this, Zhang Heng took out the necklace that Lucilla gave him from his arms.
"You can keep this thing. I don't lack jewelry. Besides, the things I sent out have never been taken back."
After Lucy finished speaking, she seemed to have lost interest in Zhang Heng, turned around and walked out of the front hall with her guards, and Zhang Heng followed behind and respectfully sent Lucy out of the door, waiting for Lucy to leave After arriving on the street, she stopped again, turned her head and said to Zhang Heng, "Don't think that no one knows what you did, I will keep watching you."
Zhang Heng frowned, not understanding what Lucilla's last words meant, but the latter had already gotten into the carriage.
And the little slave girl on the other side ran down from the second floor again when she saw that everyone had left, poking her head around.
"Is she the emperor's sister? It doesn't look like a good person."
"Why do you say that, because she intends to let the guards push you away?" Zhang Heng asked, "Also, why did I tell you before that you should stop blocking the door? who."
"Then I can't let people come into our house casually." The little slave girl said angrily.
"It's my home, and I don't mind. Why are you so angry? If something like this happens in the future, let the servants ask. If you can't stop them, let them in. Don't join in the fun."
"oh."
Seeing that the little slave girl was still a little unhappy, Zhang Heng took out a gold coin and said to the latter, "Go to the tailor shop and get back the clothes I ordered. I need to wear them for the dinner tonight. By the way, use this money to order clothes for myself." set."
"Are you going to the dinner party? In the palace?" The little slave girl was very coaxing. After receiving the gold coin, she immediately felt better again. Zhang Heng only found out recently that this guy is still a little money fanatic, and he likes it very much. Saving money.
"Hmm, I've been a consultant for so long, and I haven't met many colleagues. It's time to meet." Zhang Heng said lightly.
...
Lucilla's visit was just an accident. The most important thing for Zhang Heng today is the upcoming dinner. This is the welcome banquet that Commodus promised him, and he is welcome to join the small political group around him. According to Commodus, His advisers will be there tonight, along with some other diehard royal supporters.
Of course, what Zhang Heng cares most about is Otrus, who has always been indifferent before. It is not that Zhang Heng has not considered killing Otrus at the dinner party, but he has an agreement with the priestess. Before that, Otrus had to be handed over to the latter for a while.
In this case, he will not be able to do anything at this dinner party. In addition, if Ortrus dies at the banquet, he will also have some troubles, although Zhang Heng is sure that this matter will look like an accident , but as long as Ortrus dies, he, as the protagonist tonight, cannot escape the responsibility.
Zhang Heng still decided to stay put and take advantage of this opportunity to get in touch with Ortrus, and then wait for the opportunity to find a chance to do it. It is best to get rid of his ties.