At the tender age of eight, he was hastily dragged out and made emperor!

As Chu Ling began to assume personal rule, his plans became increasingly clear. He needed to integrate all available resources and unite all possible groups to gradually expand his influence. As long as he could do these things well, thoroughly, and ensure his own safety, Chu Ling believed that everything would fall into place naturally.

Under Chu Ling's overall plan, the Imperial Guards were one part of the scheme. In addition to selecting a group of trustworthy and reliable talents from among them, more people could also learn through their word-of-mouth that the new ruler of the Great Yu in the Yu Palace had his own ideas, was benevolent, and was easygoing. As long as this idea spread and more and more people knew about it, Chu Ling would be able to gain a certain advantage.

Putting everything else aside, at least Chu Ling's personal safety will not be compromised.

As long as he is careful enough, any factor that threatens him can become a weapon for his counterattack if he overcomes it successfully!

This is called image packaging and persona building!

As for his true self, once Chu Ling assumes full power and gains initial control of the court, he can gradually reveal it.

Patience is not a problem for Chu Ling.

Chu Ling has no shortage of time.

Once a person has a clear goal, no matter how difficult or desperate their situation may be, they will not give up easily. Once they get through it, it's like a thousand boats have already crossed ten thousand mountains!

"From this day forward, I need to know who relayed my actions and words." Upon returning to the Daxing Palace, Chu Ling explained his decree to Li Zhong. "This shouldn't be too difficult for the Plum Blossom Guards, right?"

"The slaves obey the order."

Li Zhong immediately bowed and said...

Through the emperor's words, Li Zhong learned that the emperor knew he had followers, which relieved Li Zhong's anxiety.

Especially today, at the Imperial Garden training ground, the Emperor's words to Dong Heng made Li Zhong even more convinced that his initial choice was correct.

"Set up the carriage at Ganlu Hall."

While Li Zhong was pondering, Chu Ling's voice rang out, which surprised Li Zhong. The emperor had only just returned to Daxing Palace, so why was he going to Ganlu Palace again?

It seems that Xia Wang also has people in the Daxing Hall.

At this moment, Chu Ling was clutching a wad of paper in his hand. He had intended to rest, but unexpectedly found a piece of paper next to the cushion on the throne.

The note had only three words on it: Ganlu Palace.

If it were anywhere else, Chu Ling wouldn't have guessed it was Xia Wang, but since it was Ganlu Palace, Xia Wang was the first person Chu Ling thought of!

Chu Ling still really wanted to meet this person who carried countless secrets.

Chu Ling was particularly curious about the size of the maid army under his command.

The people of Daxing Palace were used to the new emperor's antics.

This is different from the original.

But habits are a terrible thing. Chu Ling wanted everyone in the Yu Palace to know that he, the new ruler of the Great Yu, was a man who loved to move and play.

Ok.

I can avoid involvement in the affairs of the outer court.

But you can't restrict someone's active nature and love of playing.

If there are still restrictions, then whoever wants to be emperor can be emperor.

The entire journey was speechless.

When Chu Ling returned to Ganlu Palace, he felt neither novelty nor interest in anything there, since he had already read through all the various books treasured in the palace.

Although he doesn't come to Ganlu Palace often, who would know that he has a gift for a strong memory?

This is Chu Ling's only advantage.

Upon arriving at Ganlu Palace, Chu Ling expelled all the people accompanying him. It was Li Zhong who did this, and Li Zhong's words left no room for doubt.

Who would dare disturb the emperor when he wanted to peruse the classics?

One sentence was all it took to shut it down.

Chu Ling didn't want anyone to know about his secret with Xia Wang. Although he didn't trust Xia Wang at all, his presence at least introduced some uncertainty.

As for the pros and cons, that's for Chu Ling to discern and judge.

Time passes minute by minute.

Chu Ling was reading a book in the Ganlu Hall. He knew that some people were impatiently observing him. They might not be able to see him, but they could at least hear what was happening inside the hall.

Chu Ling was already used to this situation.

In Chu Ling's eyes, these people were no different from the dead. When he came to power, they would all disappear without a trace.

'Xia Wang is indeed quite cautious.'

After reading countless books, darkness fell outside the hall. Chu Ling put down his book, leaned against the armchair, and gently rubbed his temples. A sense of感慨 arose in his heart: 'How much time has passed? They still haven't arrived.'

Chu Ling has no shortage of patience.

Xia Wang's cautious attitude made Chu Ling change his opinion of him. It's better to be cautious than reckless. If it were the latter, then Chu Ling would have to consider one thing: if Xia Wang could not be used by him, then he would have to find a way to get rid of him.

After all, it holds so many secrets, and the key point is that only it knows about the secret passage in Ganlu Palace. This is an uncontrollable factor.

"This servant greets Your Majesty."

As Chu Ling pondered, a figure emerged from the shadows. Upon hearing the voice, Chu Ling immediately became alert. The familiar voice told Chu Ling that Xia Wang had arrived.

Xia Wang was unaware that Chu Ling had already begun to have some ideas.

"Did you arrange for someone to leave the note in Daxing Hall?"

Looking at Xia Wang, who was wearing a cloak, Chu Ling pondered for a moment and asked in a low voice.

"It is a servant."

Xia Wang replied without hesitation, "There were a few servants in the Daxing Palace a long time ago, and no one knows their background."

"So they now have official status on the surface?"

Chu Ling smiled and looked at Xia Wang.

"Yes."

Xia Wang lowered his head and said.

"Whose person?"

Chu Ling said calmly.

"Three Empresses".

Xia Wang spoke succinctly.

That's quite cautious.

Chu Ling laughed after hearing this. Of course he knew that the people under Xia Wang's control were obviously from the Third Empress, but Xia Wang did not say which Empress the Empress specifically.

"I'm very curious, what exactly are you planning to do?" Thinking of this, Chu Ling stared at Xia Wang and said, "You always act so mysteriously. What, are you carrying something on your back?"

"Your Majesty."

Xia Wang lowered her head and said, "This servant is a person who cannot be seen in the light. If anyone knows that this servant is still alive, they will definitely send someone to get rid of this servant."

"But please rest assured, Your Majesty, I am absolutely loyal to the Great Yu and to the Great Ancestor. Without the Great Yu and the Great Ancestor, there would be no me."

Chu Ling leaned against the armrest, quietly watching Xia Wang. He was considering whether to believe what Xia Wang had said, after all, Xia Wang was hiding too many secrets. It was normal for Chu Ling to be cautious about someone of unknown origin.