Zhu Houzhao sighed: "I was worried that something might happen to Mr. Chen before, but now it seems that it may be because I did not send troops according to the established plan that Mr. Chen's potential has inspired him and led his troops to achieve such great achievements. From this point of view, I have fulfilled Mr. Chen. However, when history evaluates me, it may be said that I was deceived by villains and did many confused things. I am very likely to become a villain in this matter!"

Suddenly, Zhu Houzhao became upset again, because this time he did make a lot of mistakes, fearing that history would record a bad record for him.

Xiao Zhuozi said: "The victory in this battle is entirely the result of Your Majesty's trust in Lord Shen. Since ancient times, heroes have been judged by success or failure. Since Your Majesty can win, resist foreign barbarians and expand territory, how can others criticize you?"

"This is a good thing, right! Since ancient times, heroes have been judged by success or failure... The same is true for the emperor. As long as he can achieve achievements, no one cares about what you have done, just like Emperor Taizong of Tang. He also killed his brother and insulted his daughter-in-law and did many shameful things? But history only remembers his wiseness. Who would criticize other things casually?"

Zhu Houzhao finally found a reason to enlighten himself, and she fell into an excited state again.

Xiao Taozi felt that his mouth had made contributions and quickly praised: "Your Majesty has made contributions to the country, which is really gratifying. It seems that the Ming Dynasty can last forever. Your Majesty is wise and wise, long live long live long live long."

Zhu Houzhao was very happy. She didn't think Xiao Tiaozi's complimentary words were harsh, but instead thought it was "fact".

"Little Treasure, I've been bored these days. I finally got good news today. I should celebrate it. Go and tell Concubine Li to arrange some fun programs. I want to have a few drinks today... Cough cough!"

"Your Majesty's Dragon Body..."

The little twisted one seemed a little bit pity.

Zhu Houzhao said angrily: "If you want to go, I will go. My health will be better. It's just a little cold, it won't hurt!"

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...

Xiao Taozi went to see Concubine Li again. This time he was acting on orders, so he had no worries.

After telling Li Fei about the previous report, Li Fei looked calm, "I have said that Lord Shen has the ability to be in heaven. If a few barbarians can defeat him and die, then it is not him. I am afraid that he will be of great merit when he comes back, so it is really unreasonable not to be named a marquis and a prime minister!"

Xiao Tiaozi said, "Your Majesty has this intention."

"Um."

Concubine Li nodded again, "But since ancient times, the greater the credit, the more the emperor will be suspicious of the ministers. The next step for this Lord Shen in the court is probably not as good as before."

Xiao Guozi also seemed a little worried: "I wanted to remind Your Majesty before, but when he saw that Your Majesty was in high spirits, he didn't dare to talk casually... What if you say that Lord Shen has such great ability, what if you have the intention of being disobedient?"

"This is not what you should say. Even if you want to think about it, it is your Majesty's thoughts. If you say it, it is just a transgression... You must remember that everything you say should not be mixed with your opinions. This is what you will do in the future. You must never express yourself everywhere. As Your Majesty's helper in managing the government affairs, only smart people can trust you both inside and outside. It is far from enough to gain Your Majesty's trust. The courtiers also need to admire you, otherwise Liu Jin and Zhang Yuan will be your lessons!" Concubine Li said in a serious tone.

Xiao Tiaozi shivered, then he looked like he was taught and saluted respectfully.

"Empress, Mr. Lu and his friends didn't talk about Eunuch Zhang before. I don't know if they forgot or what, but His Majesty did not arrange a new candidate for the Secretariat Supervisor."

"Don't fight, you can't fight. As long as the person who is the Sili Supervisor's seal is acting like you, you are already at the peak of your life. Why do you have to go to that position in person and provoke countless suspicions? Do you think it's better to be the Sili Supervisor's seal or the close servant in front of His Majesty?" Li Fei reminded.

Xiao Tiaozi suddenly realized and nodded: "What the Empress said is that whether it is Liu Jin or Zhang Yuan, they are always with His Majesty before becoming the chief etiquette. However, after being appointed as the chief etiquette, they gradually became distant from His Majesty because of their busy official duties, and they would be frequently attacked by His Majesty... Cough, the villain also said a lot of bad things about them. If they could control the situation and stay with His Majesty often, they would not have ended up in such a field."

Concubine Li smiled and said, "My father-in-law is a smart person, and there are some things that I don't need to mention. That's exactly what it is."

After pausing, Concubine Li continued, "Actually, Lord Lu and the others are also very scheming. Naturally, they could think of proposing a new candidate for the Secretariat and Seal when His Majesty is happy. But they also knew that if they mentioned it, the traces of the axe were too obvious, and they would also be suspicious of the matter of Zhang Yuan. It would be better to let His Majesty think about what happened afterwards and choose the person himself, wouldn't it be better?"

“Yes, yes!”

Xiao Zhuozi nodded happily, "I suddenly realized my mind when I heard what the Empress said!"
Chapter completed!