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Yuanji is moved!

Obviously, under the current situation, killing the third prince is most beneficial to them. As long as the third prince is dead, it will be much easier for them to support the second prince to ascend the throne.

Before this, Yuanji and the others had not actually thought about killing Zhao Lun. First, because Zhao Lun had just experienced being assassinated, and he must be very alert now. It would not be easy to assassinate him. Secondly, it was naturally because of their With their status in this court, who doesn’t know that they are the staunch supporters of the second prince? The third prince Zhao Lun is the main competitor of the second prince Zhao Ke. In this case, if Zhao Lun is assassinated, then they will become the biggest suspects, which will inevitably make the second prince's ascension to the throne look less upright.

But now, Yuan Ji and Hou Yi can no longer control so much. Without killing Zhao Lun, it will be too difficult for Zhao Ke to ascend the throne. Killing Zhao Lun will cause Zhao Ke and them to suffer some criticism, but at least Zhao Lun will ascend the throne. The road will be much smoother. In comparison, killing Zhao Lun is obviously the most cost-effective.

Thinking of this, Yuan Ji also had an idea in his mind. He looked at Hou Yi and nodded, saying: "We will discuss this matter carefully when Hou Chong comes back. Zhao Lun can't stay any longer!"

Hou Yi also nodded. Regarding the assassination of the eldest prince, the two of them had no psychological burden at all about the assassination of the third prince, and they did not feel that it was a big sin.

Compared to the bad mood of the third prince Zhao Lun, Yuan Ji and others, Zhou Yanfeng was in an extremely smooth mood at this time. On the way back from the palace to the mansion, he even hummed a little tune all the way, and the joy in his eyes never disappeared.

"Come here, make some tea that I collected earlier!" Back at the mansion, Zhou Yanfeng ordered his servants to make tea with great momentum.

Returning to his study room and drinking the treasured tea, Zhou Yanfeng was in a beautiful mood.

Today's visit to the imperial palace has been so fruitful that people like Zhou Yanfeng, who have experienced great storms, cannot hold back the excitement in their hearts.

Minister of the auxiliary country!

This is his current identity!

Before entering the palace, Zhou Yanfeng, like everyone else, thought that the matter of the throne had been settled. In the end, the third prince Zhao Lun had the last laugh. Although he did not recognize Zhao Lun's ability, Zhou Yanfeng could only accept this result. , he had no intention of making a clear stance on the fight for the throne, so he never offended Zhao Lun. Now that Zhao Lun has ascended the throne and proclaimed himself emperor, although he is slightly disappointed, he can still accept the result.

However, Zhou Yanfeng did not expect that Yuan Ji and Hou Yi would move out such an important figure as Imperial Physician Liu. The appearance of Imperial Physician Liu made Zhao Lun's path to the throne no longer smooth, and the two sides even directly reached a stalemate there, watching what happened. There was a sudden change. Zhou Yanfeng, who had been watching, immediately discovered the opportunity and decisively chose to speak out.

The final result also made Zhou Yanfeng very satisfied.

Although Zhou Yanfeng was previously the Minister of Household Affairs, his power was not very great. He was less powerful than Yuanji, Hou Yi, Li Yang and even Guanzhuo. He was only a little better than Qi Kai, the Minister of Rites. Some of the major events in the court on weekdays, His words were not very effective. Originally, Zhou Yanfeng had planned to stay in the position of Minister of Household Affairs until he retired and returned to his hometown, but he did not expect that he would have such an opportunity now.

Although it is said that the six ministers and the third prince are in charge of the government, Zhou Yanfeng's status has undoubtedly improved a lot compared to before. Before, he did not even have much power to make suggestions, but now, he has decision-making power.

More importantly, Zhou Yanfeng doesn't feel that his abilities are weaker than anyone else. He felt that his abilities were not fully utilized because of the old emperor's pressure before. But now, he can finally show off his abilities. Although more than one person handles government affairs together, There is only one person, but Zhou Yanfeng is sure to stand out among these people and eventually become the most powerful person in the court!

"I never thought that someone like me, who will retire in a few years, would still have such an opportunity." Zhou Yanfeng said to himself: "This is an opportunity given by God. If I can't seize it, wouldn't I be sorry for God's love?"

Thinking of this, a smile appeared on Zhou Yanfeng's lips.

Nowadays, the situation in the DPRK is very complicated. Whether it is the captured second prince, the third prince who failed to ascend the throne, or even the eldest prince who fled, they are unwilling to give up the fight for the throne. For many people, this is not good news. , after all, their Yanfeng Kingdom has not yet determined the late emperor. This is obviously a hidden danger, but for Zhou Yanfeng, this is a big opportunity. He does not even want the current chaotic situation to end early. Only in this environment, Only then can he have such power now. If a new emperor is really elected, wouldn't he have to return to his original position as Minister of the Ministry of Finance?

This is obviously not what Zhou Yanfeng wants to see.

Therefore, Yuan Ji and Hou Yi guessed correctly. Zhou Yanfeng would find reasons to delay the confirmation of the new emperor, and he would try his best to ensure the rights he had obtained.

No one is willing to voluntarily hand over the rights in their hands, and the same is true for Zhou Yanfeng.

"Sir, Master Li Yang, Secretary of the Ministry of War, is here."

Just when Zhou Yanfeng was thinking about what to do next, a servant suddenly came to report.

"Li Yang is here?" Zhou Yanfeng's face was slightly stunned, but he soon showed a smile: "Let him come in."

"Yes, sir."

Soon, Li Yang was led into Zhou Yanfeng's study.

"Li Shangshu's visit is a bit disappointing." Zhou Yanfeng said to Li Yang.

"You are too polite, Minister Zhou." Li Yang said with a smile, "I just happened to pass by. I thought I hadn't visited Minister Zhou for a long time, so I came to take a walk. I hope Minister Zhou won't blame me for coming uninvited."

"How could that be." Zhou Yanfeng said with a smile.

Zhou Yanfeng naturally didn't believe Li Yang's words. What did he mean by not visiting for a long time? The fact is that Li Yang had never been to his mansion before. Of course, he had never been to Li Yang's mansion either. One of them was a member of the civil official group, and the other was a leader of the military general group. They didn't get along well. They often argued over one thing in the court. How could they have so much contact in private?

As for Li Yang's saying that he just happened to pass by, Zhou Yanfeng didn't believe it even more. Li Yang didn't pass by him when he returned to his residence from the palace. There was no such thing as just passing by.

Therefore, Li Yang's visit this time was obviously not accidental. He must have come here on purpose. As for Li Yang's special visit to his mansion, or at this sensitive moment, Zhou Yanfeng could probably guess the reason.

It was precisely because he guessed the reason that Zhou Yanfeng met Li Yang.