"Please take good care of me in the future, Eunuch Wang. I will definitely give you a token of my gratitude."
Although Xiao Xia Zi was called up at short notice, he had seen many things in the palace many times. Even if he had never eaten pork, he had seen pigs run. When he said this, a silver note had already fallen into Wang De's hands.
Wang De only needed to touch it lightly to know how much the banknote was worth. At this moment, his face was smiling like a flower. Even if he didn't give him money, he had to take good care of this guy. After all, this person was close to Li Xiang. If he revealed any secrets to him, he would be able to make a lot of money.
"Okay, okay. We're all family. If you have any questions, come and ask me. We're both on duty now, so I won't go into too much detail. Let's go to a restaurant for a drink someday when we're all on break. I'll introduce you to some people."
Wang De patted his chest and said that as the most useful person around Li Xiang, he must have a good relationship with some eunuchs in the harem. These people also have a world of their own. Xiao Xia Zi nodded happily. This was exactly what she wanted.
"Thank you, Eunuch Wang. When you are free one day, please let me know and I will arrange everything outside."
After Xiao Xia Zi apologized, the two were still on duty. Many people from Wang De's side also came to do business, so they couldn't say much and went back quickly.
"Master, Eunuch Qian used to have a good relationship with us, so why is he being taken down now?"
While Wang De was resting, a young eunuch next to him said in confusion that they, the young eunuchs, must seize every opportunity to figure out things they don't understand. If you pretend to be ignorant when you know the truth, it may not be a big deal, but if you pretend to know when you are ignorant, you may be killed one day.
"You idiot, you can't figure anything out. You'd better serve me obediently from now on. If I let you out, you'll probably lose your head in two days. Do I need to explain something to you? That old man Qian Ping doesn't open his eyes. He just wants to stay out of trouble and not offend anyone. In a place like the palace, if you want to be a tumbler, everyone can kick you down."
Wang De said angrily that this apprentice had followed him for seven years and was still a eunuch doing menial work. It was not that Wang De did not believe in this person's loyalty. There was nothing wrong with this person's loyalty, but the problem was that his brain was not enough. If he was really released, it would be tantamount to endangering his life.
Although the other eunuchs had guessed it, they still felt sad when they heard Wang De say this. If they were in Qian Ping's position, they really wouldn't know how to deal with it. This was like a fight between gods that affected the little ghosts.
"Then Master, if you were in Eunuch Qian's position, what would you choose?"
The other young eunuchs saw that Wang De was very interested today, so they started asking questions. If you want to gain knowledge in the palace, in addition to slowly exploring on your own, the most important thing is to listen to these old eunuchs speak. You have to remember every word they say, and then go back and think about it slowly. This way you will progress faster.
"How can you possibly learn by asking so many questions? There are some things you shouldn't ask. Just do your job well. That's better than anything else. Go back to the imperial kitchen and take a look. The Emperor will have lunch with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince tomorrow at noon."
Some things can be handed over to subordinates, but some things cannot be said. For example, the person who asked the question just now may not have any malicious intentions, but there are dozens of eunuchs here. If you say something wrong, it is very likely that disaster will come out of your mouth. Don’t look at how glorious they are now, but no matter what position you hold, you are just a eunuch after all. In the eyes of those masters, they may kill you at any time, and no one will feel sorry for you.
After everyone in the room left, Wang De also thought about it in his mind. If Li Xiang and Li Shimin were to face each other one day, how would he choose? After thinking for a long time, this guy still had no answer in his mind. Now he felt a little sympathetic to Qian Ping.
If Qian Ping had followed Li Chengqian in that position, this would have been his fate now. But if he had informed Li Xiang of the news, Li Chengqian would have been able to deal with it.
In the end, Wang De shook his head helplessly. No matter what choice he made in this matter, it would be a mistake. But there was one thing: Li Xiang was better than Li Chengqian. As long as Li Chengqian had not killed him at that time, then when Li Xiang came back, there would be a better place to stay.
I wonder what Qian Ping is thinking at this moment?
Wang De said this to the moon. At this moment, Qian Ping locked himself in the room, and there was not even a visitor outside to comfort him. This was the reality in the East Palace. Since you can no longer represent His Royal Highness the Crown Prince in social events outside, you can only take care of the affairs of the palace. But now that the deputy chief steward has come out, you may not be able to take care of much even for the affairs of the palace. The people below are also very realistic. Everyone has now gone to Eunuch Xia's side.
Li Chengqian also knew what was happening outside, but he could not come out to support Qian Ping. If he came out to support Qian Ping, it would be like a prince asking about matters between eunuchs. He would not pay attention to his own dignity. When this word got out, it might have an effect at the time, but no one would take Li Chengqian seriously.
Although Madam Fan received Li Xiang's gift, she cried quietly in the house after hearing about this matter. She really didn't know how to get along with him. Today was just a meeting, and the chief eunuch in the East Palace had already changed his position. Could she still expect these servants to treat her well in the future?
In fact, this can be regarded as killing the chicken to scare the monkey. Everyone can see that if you want to follow Qian Ping's old path in the future, you'd better hang your head first.
Doesn't the current situation speak for itself? Qian Ping was the most valuable person to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. If even he suffered this fate, how could you expect to be any better? Have you accomplished more than he has?