GBP Chapter 567: Zhou Xian's Defeat Is an Opportunity
Chapter 567: Zhou Xian's Defeat Is an Opportunity
“Is that Zhou Xian?”
"Why is he in such a hurry to leave town?"
Zhou Du hid in the shadows not far from the gate of the Ministry of Industry for a long time.
The uneasiness that had grown in his heart earlier made him run here quickly.
The fear of Zhao Zheng and the long inner struggle made him hesitate to take that last step, and he has been hiding until now.
However, he didn't know that his every move had actually been exposed under Zhao Zheng's eyes, and even Zhou Xian was not spared.
"So urgent..."
"Could it be that he failed to obtain the protection of the Zhao family and became an abandoned child?"
"But he doesn't even want his wife, children, and property. He is quite free and easy."
Zhao Zheng did not go out and stayed patiently in the camp.
But the weight of the originally struggling scale was ultimately in Zhou Du's hands.
With the weight unchanged, as Zhou Xian's carriage moved away, the force arm on one side began to extend infinitely.
"Who is hiding in the dark? Come out!"
"Wait a minute! I am Zhou Du, a doctor in the Qingli Division of the Xijiang Ministry of Revenue. I have come to the Ministry of Works to discuss important matters with Lord Zhao."
"Then why are you standing here and not going in?"
At this moment, the patrolling soldiers discovered Zhou Du.
Faced with Zhou Du's explanation, these soldiers looked suspicious and put their hands on the weapons at their waists.
During curfew hours, the patrol soldiers are the largest.
Zhou Du naturally understood that if he did not have a more reasonable reason, he would not escape a beating even if he was a doctor.
Fortunately, he thought quickly.
One end of the scale has completely fallen to the limit.
"When I came here earlier, I happened to hear a noise in the Ministry of Works. I'm afraid that Lord Zhao is busy at an important moment, so I can't disturb him. I can only stand here and wait for Lord Zhao. Now that I'm here, I hope that all the generals..."
"Since you can stand up till now, it seems that you don't have anything important to do! Come with us, and we will let you go to the camp tomorrow!"
It involves Zhao Zheng, and the key is that it also involves Zhao Zheng's research.
The solemn expression on the patrolling soldier's face relaxed a little, but he still wanted to take Zhou Du away.
Zhou Du naturally didn't dare to resist and nodded repeatedly.
Compared to a deadly beating, a night of suffering can be endured and passed.
"The generals are right. How many important matters in the world can be compared with Lord Zhao's research?"
"Shut up!"
"Yes Yes Yes."
......
the next day.
"Good news, everyone."
"Zhou Xian fled the capital overnight yesterday, and his resignation has been stamped!"
"What! Seriously!?"
"Hahaha! Zhou Xian, this fence-sitter, thinks he has found a big tree."
Yesterday’s excuse was just an excuse. Today, after Zhou Du was taken to the Ministry of Works camp by patrolling soldiers, he fled the camp as soon as possible.
Having seen Zhou Xian leave the capital overnight last night, Zhou Du had already guessed that Zhou Xian had failed to obtain the protection of the Zhao family and had become an abandoned child.
Then he paid a huge price to get the chance to escape.
As a result, he didn't expect that Zhou Xian not only abandoned his wife and children and fled overnight, but also had the resignation letter he submitted overnight stamped this morning.
He turned his escape into resigning and returning home.
"I underestimated Zhou Xian's methods. I didn't expect this guy to be so timid, yet maintain such a close relationship. I don't know who he is."
"Is it the Zhao residence?"
"That makes sense. The Zhao family didn't bless him with wealth and glory, but it was easy to save his life."
"That's all..."
After Zhou Du learned that Zhou Xian's resignation letter had been stamped, these thoughts began to churn in his mind.
Back to reality, I looked at the surprise on the faces of all my colleagues at the scene, the closeness between them, and the crowded places.
The thoughts finally took shape.
Following the Zhao family, you can't get wealth and glory.
Only by opposing the Zhao family can you return home in glory!
The affairs of the world are in the hands of the emperor and even more so of the gentry, and I, Zhou Du, am now in the top position.
Why not give it a try! ?
Otherwise, it would be a waste of this luxurious black hat.
"Colleagues, please stop getting excited!"
"Although Zhou Xian has lost his influence, the others are just short-sighted people and are not worth worrying about."
"But Zhao Shengfu is still here."
The first step to securing your position as the boss is to create a strong enemy.
"So what if the Zhao Mansion is like this? Without us, it wouldn't be the Holy Mansion it is today!"
"Yes, we just need to make the Zhao Mansion immoral in the eyes of the people of the world. The Zhao Mansion is just a house."
"That being said, what about now? Among all our colleagues here, are there any who can rival Minister Zhao right now? You know, it takes more than a day or two to turn people's hearts and minds against you."
"You! You! How dare you boost others' morale and destroy your own prestige!"
"That's the truth. If Minister Zhao were to confront you and me now, neither of us would be able to stop him."
"We are all in this together, how dare he, Zhao..."
"What do you think?"
"What should I do!?"
The first step worked quickly, and everyone looked at Zhou Du.
Next comes the second step of securing the position of boss.
Come up with a solution to the powerful enemy.
"Don't panic, everyone. I thought about it for a long time last night and have a new plan. With Zhou Xian's resignation letter this morning, it will be even more complete!"
Zhou Du said with a smile on his face, looking calm and confident.
"Then please tell us quickly, Lord Zhou! We will definitely follow your lead!"
"We will definitely follow Lord Zhou's lead!!!"
There was a loud commotion in the courtyard, and these people had no cover.
"Hahaha, easy to talk about."
"First of all! Zhou Xian died tragically on the way!"
"After that, we will embellish the news of Zhou Xian's escape, tell those fence-sitters, and leak it to other court officials..."
"At that time, you all thought that Zhou Xian had tried his best to stand on the side of the Zhao Mansion, but in the end, the Zhao Mansion not only failed to protect his wealth and honor, but also his life."
"Such a heartless saint, is there still a group of court officials to support him......"
"It is difficult to change people's hearts in a short time, but how many people are there in the world besides you and me?"
Zhou Du smiled and predetermined how Zhou Xian would die. He finally showed his fangs to his accomplices at the scene, causing many people to feel fearful.
But now they are all on the same boat, so no matter what, they have to put in some superficial effort.
"Master Zhou, what a good plan!"
"But that's all. It can hurt the Zhao family's skin, but it can't hurt the Zhao family's interior."
But some people want to be a mouse, while others want to be the boss.
If you are flattered by a mouse and want to be the boss, this is your last chance to jump out.
"Of course it doesn't stop."
The anger that flashed across Zhou Du's face was hidden by the action of drinking tea.
What was revealed to everyone present was only his magnanimity.
A group of greedy guys will die from greed sooner or later!
"Except for the people's hearts, we must cut off the hands and feet of the Zhao family."
"Doesn't the Zhao family head, Minister Zhao, like to teach? We just happened to accept his favor."
"When he has no time to split himself, and when the fair Human Science Academy is no longer fair, we have taken the opportunity to take back the positions of all the doctors."
"After that, there is no need for me to say more."
"I just wonder if my colleagues are willing to join me in accepting the favor from Patriarch Zhao?"
All the strategies have been revealed.
Zhou Du naturally would not forget that he didn't just want a seat.
Being the leader also means taking the risk of becoming the second Hu Yong.
If he gets nothing, wouldn't it be a waste of Zhou Du's trip?
"..."
Of course, the people at the scene also understood that now was not the time for internal strife.
Whether it is the mouse or the person who had previously wanted to compete for the first place, you look at me and I look at you.
Finally, they all lowered their heads.
"Of course, Lord Zhou, I will follow your lead!"
"Follow the lead of Lord Zhou!!!"
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