fe and is known in the martial arts world as the Blood-Handed Butcher.Chen Tong's one glance was enough to make even the thousand household officers of the Jinyiwei in the Dongchang lower their heads...Chapter 1128 Hate Iron Can't Become Steel

"Your servant obeys."

Wan Jiaojiao walked gracefully and curtsied, then said with a smile.

Li Chen got up and didn't go to the inner palace. Instead, he went to the other side of the Xizheng Hall, where a bedroom was specially arranged for him to rest after work in the late afternoon.

On the other hand, Xu Junlou almost ran excitedly all the way from the East Palace to his home.

His home in the capital, of course, was at Xu Changqing's residence.

Seeing Xu Junlou return late at night, Xu Changqing, who had already gone to sleep, also got up.

"It's not a holiday today, why are you back so late Is there something the matter" Xu Changqing asked.

Xu Junlou was flushed with excitement, and excitedly said to Xu Changqing: "Uncle, my chance has come!"

Xu Changqing was perplexed, frowning as he said, "Be more composed. You are now the chief clerk of the Grand Preceptor's Mansion, responsible for managing all affairs both within and outside the Eastern Palace. When encountering any matter, you must be calm and collected, avoiding such impulsiveness and impropriety."

Although he had been educated, Xu Junlou still excitedly said, "His Highness said he would give me a new appointment!"

Xu Changqing was taken aback.

The recent happenings within the Imperial Court are common knowledge.

Many, including himself, were aware that a major personnel reshuffle was imminent in the court in the near future.

Many people say that Xu Changqing can go further, and although Xu Changqing himself appears to decline the suggestion on the surface, there is such a hope in his heart.

But he hadn't expected his new position to arrive yet, nephew Xu Junlou had already seen hope.

Unlike Xu Junlou’s excitement, Xu Changqing felt a sinking feeling in his heart and then said, "Tell me everything in detail. Don't leave out a single word."

Xu Junlou didn't think there was anything wrong, and excitedly recounted the entire events of the evening in detail to Xu Changqing.

"I'm finished! And I'm so moved. "Your Highness truly understands us. You know we have lofty ambitions and great aspirations, so you've given me this opportunity. Once I reach my new position, I will definitely work hard to serve the court and Your Highness."

Xú Jūn lóu, speaking to himself, did not notice Xú Cháng qīng's dark complexion.

"You're so clueless!"

Xu Changqing suddenly reprimanded him, scaring Xu Junlou.

"Uncle, what's wrong with you"

Xu Changqing's face, still flushed with anger, startled Xu Junlou. He asked in astonishment:

Xu Changqing angrily said: "I ask you, in terms of seniority and ability, how are you compared to He Kun who also works in the East Palace"

Xu Junlou thought for a moment, then honestly said: "I am inferior to He DaRen. He does many things better than me."

"Isn't that all there is to it!"

Xu Changqing said angrily, "No matter seniority, work experience, or even time spent in the East Palace, He Kun has been around longer than you. He even properly handled the grand wedding dowry for Your Highness. Since you arrived at the East Palace, have you accomplished a single major task"

Before Xu Junlou could answer, Xu Changqing said sternly, “No! Not a single one!”

"But precisely because of this, even queuing should have He Kun in front of you being arranged first. But why is He Kun still silent, and you got the opportunity first"

Xu Changqing's words left Xu Junlou speechless.

He realized something was wrong, but he couldn't figure out what.

Xu Changqing sighed deeply and said, "Your correct choice tonight should have been to stubbornly stay in the East Palace. One day in the East Palace is worth ten days, or even more, than any other position you could hold outside."

"You are foolish!" King Ning was simulating the defense operations at Yueya Pass over the past period.Seeing Li Chen arrive, King Ning merely raised an eyelid before continuing to focus his attention on the sand table,...