Was the whole group wiped out in the previous life? Reborn to drag the crippled king into the bridal

The morning court session started at the hour of Mao and usually ended at the hour of Chen, so there was an official kitchen in the palace.

After adjourning the court, the ministers could first go to the official kitchen for breakfast and then go to the government office, so they did not have to go home for breakfast.

Because Dongling has a five-day rest period, unless there is something important to discuss, the morning court will also be held once every five days.

The young eunuch serving in the palace had received instructions from Emperor Wenzong and came to push Chu Xuanchi's wheelchair after the court session.

After leaving the Xuande Hall, Wuying, who was guarding outside, took over from the young eunuch and pushed Chu Xuanchi towards the official kitchen.

Chu Xuanhan followed and greeted gently, "Fifth Brother."

Chu Xuanchi glanced at the person next to the wheelchair, "What's the matter?"

Chu Xuanhan was outside, always with a smile on his face, "Congratulations, brother, for holding an important position."

However, the gentler the smile on his face, the more jealous he was in his heart, and he managed to maintain his smile.

He had coveted the Supervisory Office for a long time, but did not dare to covet the position of Zongzheng. He was content to be a Supervisory Shaofu.

However, he could not become the Shaofu, but Chu Xuanchi took the position of Zongzheng, which he dared not even think about for the time being.

Chu Xuanchi said calmly, "Thank you."

The prince had just been stopped and talked to for a few words when he caught up.

He smiled warmly, "Fifth brother, congratulations. We will have more opportunities to meet each other in the future."

Chu Xuanchi seldom entered the palace before, but now that he has to attend court, he can see her at least every few days.

Chu Xuanlin was not following Chu Xuanhan now, but following behind the prince. It was he who called the prince for something just now.

He looked more lively than before, with a smile on his face, "Brother Crown Prince has fewer opportunities than I, your humble brother."

The Crown Prince showed a slightly envious expression, "Of course, he is not as good as the Seventh Brother. He is in the same Supervisory Office as the Fifth Brother. He sees them every day."

The good job Chu Xuanlin got last year was to join the Supervisory Department and become a fourth-rank junior official, with the help of Chu Xuanhan.

It was only because Chu Xuanhan looked down on him that he made it happen. A mere fourth-rank official, even an official from the Inspection Department, would not be worthy of Chu Xuanhan's attention.

But Chu Xuanhan never expected that Chu Xuanlin would turn a disaster into a blessing. He was injured in Changchun Palace on New Year's Day and was pitied by Emperor Wenzong.

He had only been working at the Inspection Office for a few months when he was promoted to Shaofu. When he first got the news, he was so angry that he couldn't even eat.

Now that Chu Xuanchi has become Chu Xuanlin's superior, he is very worried that if they get along for a long time, Chu Xuanlin will have second thoughts about him.

So he deliberately changed the subject, "It's a pity that my eldest brother is not here, otherwise our brothers would gather in Xuande Hall, and the emperor would definitely be pleased to see us."

Everyone smiled but said nothing. They all knew that if Prince Jin were here, with his mouth, there would not be the peace at this moment.

The Eastern Palace was already in the Imperial Palace, so the Crown Prince did not want to go to the official kitchen with them, but would go back to the Eastern Palace to dine with the Crown Princess. However, he did not leave.

Today was Chu Xuanchi's first time attending court, and his two other royal brothers were also there. It was a rare occasion for brothers to get together, so he humbled himself and went to the official kitchen.

The official kitchen learned the news and prepared a separate room for them to have breakfast so that they would not be disturbed.

Although it was just an ordinary breakfast, the four brothers were together in a harmonious atmosphere, and the news soon reached Emperor Wenzong.

Emperor Wenzong was very pleased to hear this, "If the brothers can work together, I will feel at ease."

Li Tuquan was serving him food and whispered in agreement, "Yes, brothers working together can break any obstacle."

Emperor Wenzong sighed, "If the prince can get the sincere assistance of his brothers, the future of Dongling will surely prosper."

Dongling attaches the most importance to legitimate and illegitimate children. Although there is a rule that the legitimate son should be crowned as the heir rather than the eldest son, the imperial power is tempting and there is no guarantee that other people will not be tempted.

In the past, Empress Dowager Yuande lost her son and raised him under her wing. She tried to make him the crown prince in the name of the legitimate son, but he could not escape the schemes of his brothers.

The same goes for the current crown prince. Even if he is good to his brothers and has a good reputation, he still cannot stop the ambitions of some people.

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A few government offices in Shengjing City are far from the imperial palace, but most are located inside the palace or at the gates of each palace, making it convenient for court officials to enter the palace when they have something to do.

The Inspection Office where Chu Xuanchi worked was just outside the Xuanhua Gate. It was only a few steps out of the palace and there was no need to take a carriage.

The Crown Prince naturally handled official business in the East Palace. Although Chu Xuanhan's office was also outside the palace gate, it was at Chenghua Gate.

Therefore, after breakfast, the four brothers went their separate ways, among them Chu Xuanchi and Chu Xuanlin went the same way.

Chu Xuanlin said: "It's rare that we are in the Supervision Department together. Xuanlin took the initiative to volunteer to take Fifth Brother to familiarize himself with the situation today."

Chu Xuanchi was unhappy because of his feelings for Mo Zhaohua, but he did not refuse, "Okay, then I'll trouble you, Seventh Prince."

Chu Xuanlin walked and talked, "Thank you Fifth Brother for saving me in Changchun Palace. I was really rude for not being able to come and thank you."

Chu Xuanchi wished he wouldn't go. "Your injury hasn't healed yet, but you've already gone to court. The Supervisory Department is busy with work, so I understand."

If he really went to Prince Yu's Mansion, Mo Zhaohua, as the mistress, would have to come out to entertain the guests, giving him the opportunity to meet her.

Unexpectedly, Chu Xuanlin then asked, "On the next holiday, if Fifth Brother is free, can I come to thank you again?"

Chu Xuanchi now also has to consider the social etiquette and is reluctant to refuse. "Okay, then we'll see."

While the brothers were talking, Chu Xuanhan, who was heading towards Chenghua Gate, was also whispering to Leng Yan.

Chu Xuanhan deliberately lowered his voice, "Leng Yan, you are always smart, tell me, what is the meaning of your father's action?"

Leng Yan had thought about this as early as when he learned of Chu Xuanchi's position, "Maybe it's to show the world and appease thousands of soldiers."

Chu Xuanhan's eyes were grim. "If it's just a show, then it's fine. But if you really want to use him, then it will be a huge threat to me."

Although the Supervisory Bureau was not extremely powerful, it was directly under the emperor and was most valued by the emperor, so he wanted to join the Supervisory Bureau.

At the beginning, he was willing to take the trouble to get Chu Xuanlin in because he wanted to use him and let him lay a foundation for him.

Leng Yan has always respected Chu Xuanchi, "If the master is worried, you can use the relationship with Princess Yu to win him over."

"Do you think I don't want to?" Chu Xuanhan was helpless, "It's just that Yaoyao doesn't want to be humble to that bitch."

When Mo Yaohua was mentioned, Leng Yan's face darkened a little, "Master, I was a little harsh in my words, I hope you can forgive me."

He didn't even need to say it directly, Chu Xuanhan knew what he wanted to say, "You want to say something bad about Yaoyao too?"

Leng Yan didn't want to say that Mo Yaohua was short-sighted and selfish, "No, I just want to persuade the master."

Before he even started to persuade her, Chu Xuanhan's voice turned colder, "Do you also think that I am obsessed with beauty?"

Leng Yan said bluntly, "Perhaps the authorities are confused, while the bystanders are clear. In my opinion, the master is indeed like this."

Not to mention the previous incident of visiting the boudoir at night, let’s just say that Yuchi Jiuyue was so angry that he returned to his parents’ home in the middle of the night because he was misled by her beauty.

Chu Xuanhan knew that he was powerless to refute, so he just snorted coldly, "Humph!"