The relationship between the two is uncle and nephew, but it is no different from that between father and son.
As for people, when they reach a certain level, they don't have much ambition for material things. If a eunuch can become the chief eunuch of the Imperial Household Department, he is already the equivalent of a senior official among the civil servants. If he can climb to this position, why would he seek wealth and glory? What he needs is something else.
This nephew is a bit smooth-talking and a bit greedy, but what’s good about him
Fortunately, he is a sensible person.
Don't underestimate these words. For a person, the most important thing is to know the limits.
After so many years of getting along, Eunuch Chen, who had no children, had really treated him as his own son. Since his son said so, he could only be happy, so he snorted, "Stop flattering me, tell me, what are you going to do?"
"Not that bad." General Chen rubbed his hands and looked at Eunuch Chen with a smile: "Godfather, after all, I am only an acting commander. There is an opportunity right before my eyes... If I can stand out in this competition, then I can secure this position, right? This will save you the trouble of planning for me. I will do my best to make a name for myself and never lose face for you!"
Eunuch Chen then said, "How dare you say that!"
But after careful consideration, he finally raised his feet and let General Chen wipe them dry, then put on soft cloth shoes: "Do you have confidence?"
"Too much!" General Chen quickly put the basin aside, stood up and approached Eunuch Chen, and said softly: "The people in my son's hands were all brought by Xu Yonghong. They were very popular in the Yunnan battlefield. After returning to the capital, they were suppressed for so long, and they have been holding their breath. In addition, everyone knows that the accident of Duke Cheng was because of the relationship with the Song family..."
Eunuch Chen frowned.
General Chen observed his expression and whispered, "Besides, my son has your face, so he has brought a large number of elite soldiers from the Shenji Camp. On the day of the competition, my son dares to say that even if he can't beat the Beijing Camp, he will definitely not be worse than the West Camp!"
As long as they can beat the West Camp, it will be enough to win face for Eunuch Chen.
Eunuch Chen was somewhat tempted.
Recently, there are always some ignorant censors in the court saying how he promoted his nephew, which has a very bad influence.
If this competition can stand out, then this matter will be worth talking about.
He was more satisfied with his nephew.
Alas, he is now a eunuch, and his family has been cut off. If his nephew can become a useful person, he will at least have the face to meet his ancestors in the underworld.
After all, he was a favorite of the emperor, so a few days later, he took the opportunity to mention this matter to Emperor Yuanfeng.
Emperor Yuanfeng indeed attached great importance to it.
Speaking of which, this year is an unusual year - this year both Japan and Silla sent envoys, plus there is also a delegation from the Mobei royal court. Emperor Yuanfeng has already asked the cabinet to draw up a charter to see how to receive these envoys.
Now that Eunuch Chen mentioned the competition, he immediately thought of it as an opportunity.
So the next day, during the court meeting, he mentioned the competition and announced, "I want to watch the competition in person. The Ministry of Rites and the Imperial Academy should draw up a set of rules."
His Majesty the Emperor has spoken personally, so this is of course a huge matter. All departments got involved at once, treating this as the most important event before the New Year.
The competition is scheduled for December 18th, and the date is a little different from previous years.
But at this critical juncture, no one would be so blind as to oppose or say anything more - His Majesty the Emperor has had a very eventful year, and he is not in a very good mood. It is rare for him to be in this mood. Who would be so blind as to go up and cause trouble for him
The training of several major camps has become more intense.
When the news reached the Su family, Su Yao was sitting on the kang by the window, looking at the daffodils on the screen. The screen was about one person tall, covered with daffodil patterns that looked so lifelike that one could almost smell the fragrance of daffodils. She tilted her head and propped up her chin, unable to help but laugh, "Big brother is really willing to spend."
This was sent to her by Su Rong, who said that there were too few furnishings in her room, so he sent it to her to keep in the winter.
Mother Shen was very happy. When she heard this, she hurried to join in the fun: "Uncle is thoughtful and really cares about you."
Yes, Su Yao smiled and asked someone to distribute some of the apples sent by Su Rong to the Sixth Miss and the others in the Second House. Then he stood up, put on his cloak and went to the meeting room.
Ruan Xiaojiu was waiting for her early as usual. When she saw her come out, she hurriedly greeted her and then lowered her voice and said, "Miss, as you expected, the prince sent a letter..."
He told Su Yao the message Song Xiangyu had sent, and asked, "What should we do next?"
"What's next?" Su Yao looked at the crabapple trees outside that had begun to sprout green buds, and said calmly, "Wait."
She breathed a sigh of relief. It was indeed very easy to talk to smart people. She had only mentioned a possibility, but Song Che had already fully understood what she meant and took action.
The competition among the three camps is not important at all.
Winning or losing doesn’t really matter.
What is really important is to send a big gift to Sun Yongning of the Ministry of War.
She believed that Lord Sun would be very shocked by this generous gift.
Ruan Xiaojiu didn't quite understand what Su Yao meant, but that didn't stop him from agreeing: "Then I won't keep an eye on Juhai Manor during this time?"
"No need for now." Su Yao rubbed his brows and said, "The New Year is coming soon. You should take a few days off and have a good vacation. Your sister should have good news soon, right?"
Talking about family matters, Ruan Xiaojiu was immediately beaming with joy: "Yes, thanks to the girl, our family is getting better and better, my mother's illness is completely cured, and now she tells everyone she has raised a good son..." He rarely showed his youthful appearance, scratched his head and smiled naively: "My sister is also very upright at her brother-in-law's house, and she is even pregnant!"
Su Yao was stunned.
Giving birth too early is not a good thing for women. If they are not yet fully grown, childbirth will be a daunting task.
But she really couldn't bring up this matter, so she said, "She should still be careful and take care of herself. When you have time, take my name card and go find Doctor Shen and ask him to help your sister with her pregnancy."
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Ruan Xiaojiu was a little confused for a moment. Who is Doctor Shen
That was the miracle doctor who cured Uncle Bo's leg! He was also Mrs. Wang's younger brother!
What kind of people do you usually interact with
The girl actually asked Dr. Shen to help her sister's pregnancy? !
"How can this be possible?" Ruan Xiaojiu was flattered: "This is not possible..."