12dz Chapter 547 Give in to others
Chapter 547 Give in to others
If the emperor were to try to challenge Wei Zhongxian or even the Empress Dowager, he would only be asking for trouble. Ma Dazhi actually had a problem with Ma Tiantao.
I didn't have any good feelings towards him because Ma Tiantao didn't look like a good person. In today's terms, if Ma Tiantao were to become an actor and play one of those major traitors, he probably wouldn't even need makeup.
Therefore, Ma Dazhi still needs to observe Ma Tiantao's character: "Boss, do you really trust Ma Tiantao that much? You know, this guy used to be a favorite of Wei Zhongxian. I don't believe it."
"Would this guy offend Wei Zhongxian for your sake?" Ma Dazhi immediately blurted out his thoughts.
Upon hearing Ma Dazhi's words, Chen Er immediately laughed: "Let me tell you, the only way to deal with someone like this is to cater to their preferences."
Anyway, I know Ma Tiantao. It seems he recently turned to me because he was frustrated with a woman. I'll negotiate with him when I get the chance, and I'm determined to convince him completely." Chen Er was full of confidence.
Chen Er believed that everyone has their own weaknesses, and if you cater to their preferences, they may eventually become your helpers. Therefore, Chen Er was confident in his assertion.
If Ma Tiantao were willing to become his ally, dealing with Wei Zhongxian wouldn't be a difficult task.
Soon the three of them arrived at the imperial court. Chen Er was very puzzled as to why Zhang Xingchen had not yet arrived. Chen Er had a bad feeling that Zhang Xingchen had not come.
Therefore, it could be assumed that Zhang Xingchen is deliberately avoiding him. It's also possible that Zhang Xingchen has chosen to cooperate with Wei Zhongxian, but this is merely wishful thinking on Chen Er's part.
Chen Er wouldn't give up until he fully heard Zhang Xingchen's words of refusal. To be honest, if this happened to someone else, Chen Er probably wouldn't have taken it so seriously.
Chen Er had long since obeyed the emperor's orders and wiped them all out in one fell swoop. Although doing so was very dangerous, it might not be a bad idea.
The main reason is that Chen Er simply can't let go of his good brother Zhang Xingchen. This is Chen Er's mindset, considering that Chen Er and Zhang Xingchen have known each other for quite some time.
Moreover, the two felt they got along very well, and on several occasions when Chen Er was being assassinated, Zhang Xingchen was the first to come to his aid.
Based on this alone, Chen Er couldn't possibly stand by and watch Zhang Xingchen slowly fall into the mud and eventually become the emperor's enemy, even though the emperor was currently not in power.
He had no power, but who could say for sure whether the emperor would die in the end? It was all up to fate. This was Chen Er's truest thought.
Just then, Wei Zhongxian suddenly walked over, patted Chen Er on the shoulder with a smile, and then said excitedly.
"Chen Er, I have good news for you. I have completely won Zhang Xingchen over. I doubt anyone who isn't an idiot would choose to cooperate with you. Zhang Xingchen is now mine."
"So your chances of winning are still very low." Wei Zhongxian's words immediately made Chen Er burst into laughter.
"You, Wei Zhongxian, how dare you swagger in front of me? Are you trying to tell me that Zhang Xingchen is about to become your subordinate?"
However, I want to send you some important news: I believe Zhang Xingchen would never associate with a traitor like you.
Chen Er's words left Wei Zhongxian somewhat bewildered. Wei Zhongxian was about to lose his temper when the Emperor walked towards Chen Er, his gaze fixed on the powerful ministers.
The Emperor kept scanning back and forth, trying to find out whether Zhang Xingchen had come today or not.
But the Emperor was truly disappointed because Zhang Xingchen did not come, which made the Emperor feel frustrated, perhaps because his idea was correct just yesterday.
He should start by targeting Zhang Xingchen. If the emperor firmly grasps the power of the three kingdoms, then it's not impossible for him to seize opportunities in the court.
However, Zhang Xingchen did not come, which made the emperor very unhappy. Chen Er clasped his hands and bowed to the emperor.
"Your Majesty, yesterday I discussed it with Minister Zhang Shaoqing. Because of his poor health, Minister Zhang Shaoqing wants to voluntarily resign from the position of Minister of War."
"So this position is now vacant. I wonder if His Majesty has any candidates in mind?" Chen Er asked with a puzzled look. In fact, Chen Er's thoughts were very simple.
This is a suggestion for the Emperor: although Zhang Xingchen is not present yet, if the Emperor intends to welcome Zhang Xingchen, he could announce Zhang Xingchen as the Minister of War now.
If Zhang Xingchen knew this news, he would definitely be grateful to the Emperor. Chen Er's words left all the civil and military officials somewhat bewildered.
Although the Minister of War was a figurehead with no real power and was firmly controlled by Wei Zhongxian, he still held the title of Minister of War.
This made many people's mouths water, and they guessed that Chen Er's reason for taking the initiative was actually to recommend himself.
This greatly displeased Wei Zhongxian, who was a cunning and calculating man, so he took a step forward.
"Your Majesty, I feel it's better to leave this position vacant for now. Even if someone is to be promoted, Chen Er shouldn't be made Minister of War, after all, he's still too young."
Chen Er is unfit for the position of Minister of War. Wei Zhongxian's words were very clear: he was rejecting Chen Er's self-recommendation. In fact, Wei Zhongxian was overthinking things.
Just last night, the Emperor, Zhang Shaoqing, and even Chen Er secretly met and agreed to announce today that Zhang Xingchen would become the Minister of War.
Unfortunately, Zhang Xingchen did not appear as expected today, which made the Emperor even more displeased.
Zhang Shaoqing stepped forward calmly and said, "Your Majesty, I am resigning from my position as Minister of War because I have someone in mind. I hope Your Majesty will consider my suggestion." The Emperor pretended to be bewildered and immediately asked.
"Zhang Shaoqing, could it be that you have Chen Er in mind? But Wei Zhongxian just said that Chen Er is too young and not suitable to be the Minister of War. I wonder if you have any other candidates in mind?"
The Emperor's words immediately made Wei Zhongxian burst into laughter. Wei Zhongxian felt that the Emperor was being unusually perceptive today.