"Eunuch Wei is going to have a hard time."
With Consort Wang and Zhao Bugao, two outsiders, in his own base camp, how could he possibly be comfortable?
Li Xuan looked at Wei Chengji's unpleasant smile and shook his head for him inwardly.
As the three chatted, Zhao Bugao showed no intention of getting up once he arrived.
Wei Chengji hinted several times that he should leave, but Zhao Bugao acted as if he didn't see it.
Wang Suyue didn't mind either.
She had intended to befriend Zhao Bugao.
Consort Feng had previously reminded her to get closer to Zhao Feng.
This Zhao Bugao is Zhao Feng's Godfather, so naturally, he is also worth building a good relationship with.
Instead, Wei Chengji, the Eunuch Yin of Yan Qu Hall, became the outsider. He was unable to utter a single word for a long time, just watching Wang Suyue and Zhao Bugao chat enthusiastically, as close as sisters.
"Zhao Feng is going all the way down this path."
Wei Chengji watched Zhao Bugao get close to Wang Suyue and thought to himself.
But now he was also colluding with Zhao Feng, so he could only turn a blind eye.
As they chatted, Zhao Bugao suddenly looked at Deng Weixian, who was waiting by the side.
"Consort Wang, is this the Little Deng by your side?"
"I heard that this child hasn't been in the palace for long, but he has done many great things one after another, and even once rescued Consort Wang from a fire?"
Wang Suyue was startled, not expecting Zhao Bugao to suddenly shift the topic to Deng Weixian.
But she didn't hide the matter either.
"That's right, Eunuch Zhao seems to know quite a bit about Little Deng."
Saying this, Wang Suyue waved to Deng Weixian.
"Little Deng, this is the new Overseer Eunuch of our Yan Qu Hall."
"Zhao Bugao, Eunuch Zhao."
"Eunuch Zhao is also the Godfather of Chief Steward Zhao of the Internal Affairs Bureau, do not be rude."
Wang Suyue explained Zhao Bugao's identity in detail to Deng Weixian.
Deng Weixian immediately stepped forward two steps, stood behind Wang Suyue, and bowed respectfully to Zhao Bugao.
"Little Deng pays his respects to Eunuch Zhao."
"Eunuch Zhao is too polite."
Zhao Bugao examined Deng Weixian from head to toe, then couldn't help but nod repeatedly.
"Good, good, good, what a polite and good child."
"Come, come closer."
"Let me take a good look."
As soon as Zhao Bugao said this, everyone present was stunned.
Deng Weixian silently looked at Wang Suyue.
Wang Suyue's expression was also a little stiff.
After a while, she said to Zhao Bugao, "Eunuch Zhao, Little Deng is my close attendant, this might not be appropriate."
Zhao Bugao immediately waved his hand dismissively and said, "What's wrong with this?"
"Consort Wang, please don't overthink it."
As Zhao Bugao spoke, he took the initiative, pulled Deng Weixian in front of him.
Zhao Bugao felt him up and down as if no one else was present, while Deng Weixian kept a cold face, showing no emotion.
Seeing Wang Suyue's embarrassed expression, Wei Chengji on the side started to chuckle.
"What's going on here?"
"Is Zhao Bugao crazy? Snatching someone right in front of Wang Suyue."
Wei Chengji, who had been extremely bored, suddenly became interested and watched to see how things would unfold.
But after watching for a while, he realized something was wrong.
Zhao Bugao wasn't taking advantage; he was examining Deng Weixian's physique.
Wang Suyue's face was initially red with anger, but she quickly noticed this as well.
They were both martial artists. Although they initially misunderstood, they quickly realized what was happening.
And Zhao Bugao also stopped his actions at this moment.
"Good physique."
Then he said something even more astonishing.
"Little Deng, are you willing to recognize me as your Godfather?"
Deng Weixian was stunned on the spot, staring blankly at Zhao Bugao, unsure how to react.
The others were not much better off.
Li Xuan, hidden in the shadows, immediately thought, "Could this be Zhao Feng's intention?"
It was Wang Suyue who reacted first, opening her mouth to confirm, "Is Eunuch Zhao serious?"
If Deng Weixian recognized Zhao Bugao as his Godfather, then their relationship would become even more solid.
Deng Weixian was her close attendant and was highly trusted by Wang Suyue.
Forming a connection with Zhao Bugao, wouldn't that mean forming a connection with Zhao Feng?
Then Wang Suyue would have the Internal Affairs Bureau backing her in the future.
This was quite significant in the palace.
Although she had been trying to get closer to Zhao Feng as instructed by Consort Feng.
She never expected that the relationship could become so close all of a sudden.
Even Wei Chengji on the side couldn't help but interject a word of advice, "Overseer Zhao, don't you need to ask for your Godfather's opinion on this kind of matter?"
Although the Godfather-son relationship among Eunuchs in the palace usually only recognizes one layer.
Zhao Bugao's status was special and could not be treated as such.
Generally speaking, Eunuchs recognize their own Godfather, and this relationship is not connected.
In other words, a Little Eunuch who recognizes a Godfather will not automatically gain an entire family tree.
Apart from his own Godfather, no relationships with Godfather's Grandpa, Godfather's Uncles, or Godfather's Brothers will be automatically included.
Each Godfather-son relationship is just a recognition between two individuals.
To gain relationships with others, one needs to be recognized by them again.
After all, many Eunuchs in the palace have thousands of Godfathers, they can't possibly recognize all of them, and many are just names on a list.
Only when you make a name for yourself will you receive more attention.
This is the so-called 'cast a wide net' model. Although the quality of the adopted sons varies, there will always be some who stand out.
This is also the method with the lowest cost and risk, but the return rate is generally not ideal.
After all, how much affection can adopted sons who make it on their own have for their Godfather?
Alternatively, there is the approach of carefully selecting a group of people and then allocating resources to them from the beginning.
This approach has higher costs and risks, but the return rate is very high.
The Chief Steward Shang lineage all follow this method, which is why they were able to cultivate the special father-son affection between Chief Steward Shang and Zhao Feng.
A simple relationship based on benefits is difficult to bind two people together for a lifetime.
But personal relationships are different. As time ferments, they can produce unimaginable effects.
Of course, the premise of all this is correct fermentation.
If a person's character is flawed and they cannot gain the support of others, it will backfire.
"Hehehe, Eunuch Wei worries too much. I'm just casually taking an adopted son. I'm sure Godfather won't blame me."
"It's you, Little Deng."
"Have you thought it over?"
"If you don't agree now, is it because you already have a Godfather, or you don't want to recognize me?"
"Just speak freely, I am not a stingy person."
Hearing Zhao Bugao say this, Wang Suyue and Wei Chengji stopped asking questions.
It seemed Zhao Bugao was not joking, but very serious.
Now it was up to Deng Weixian's decision.
Everyone turned their gaze to Deng Weixian, waiting for his reaction.
Deng Weixian first looked at Wang Suyue, who nodded at him, giving him an encouraging look.
He then took a deep look at Zhao Bugao, took a long breath, and immediately knelt down.
"Little Deng pays his respects to Godfather!"
Deng Weixian called out and began to perform the respectful three kowtows and nine prostrations, not daring to be negligent in the slightest.
"Good, good, good, good child."
Zhao Bugao watched Deng Weixian finish his bows and then reached out to help him up.
"If anyone in the palace bullies you from now on, you can come to me."
"Godfather still has some face, and can usually handle common matters for you."
"If Godfather is not capable, you still have Consort Wang and Eunuch Wei. Little Deng will have good fortune in the future."
Following Zhao Bugao's words, Deng Weixian thanked everyone in turn.
Wang Suyue smiled and teased, "Little Deng, you've made something of yourself now. You have a big backer Godfather."
Wei Chengji also had to offer a word of congratulations.
After chatting for a while longer, Zhao Bugao finally understood Wei Chengji's expression and got up to leave.
Wang Suyue quickly asked Deng Weixian to see off his new Godfather for the day.
Deng Weixian saw the two off. As they walked, Zhao Bugao deliberately fell back a step.
Seeing that he had something to say to Deng Weixian, Wei Chengji didn't make things awkward and walked ahead on his own.
At this time, only Zhao Bugao's men were left by his side.
He patted Deng Weixian's shoulder and then said, "Your physique is good. I'll teach you martial arts in a few days."
Zhao Bugao smiled and added.
"I will keep my word."
Deng Weixian lowered his head and respectfully thanked him, "Little Deng thanks Godfather for his kindness."
Zhao Bugao led his men away, continuing to familiarize himself with the environment with Wei Chengji.
Li Xuan witnessed the process of Deng Weixian recognizing his Godfather from the shadows, and a look of contemplation appeared in his eyes.
He couldn't quite understand what happened today.
Zhao Bugao recognizing Deng Weixian as his adopted son in front of Wang Suyue and Wei Chengji was certainly not a temporary decision of his own, it must have been Zhao Feng's idea.
But there must be a reason for doing this, and Li Xuan couldn't figure it out at all.
Deng Weixian continued to work in Wang Suyue's courtyard, while Zhao Bugao completed his tour of Yan Qu Hall accompanied by Wei Chengji.
Wei Chengji found him a place to stay. After thanking him, Zhao Bugao said he was going to the Internal Affairs Bureau to move some things.
Wei Chengji readily agreed.
He couldn't wait for Zhao Bugao not to come to Yan Qu Hall.
But since he couldn't stop this matter, the less he saw Zhao Bugao for a while, the better.
Li Xuan followed Zhao Bugao all the way, leaving Yan Qu Hall.
After leaving Yan Qu Hall, Zhao Bugao's face was devoid of expression, his face was heavy, and he didn't know what he was thinking.
After returning to the Internal Affairs Bureau, Zhao Bugao did not go back to his residence to move things as he said.
He left this matter to the Flower-Clothed Eunuchs who were with him and went to find Zhao Feng alone.
Zhao Feng was resting in his room at this time.
Zhao Bugao didn't need any announcement and walked straight in.
Upon seeing Zhao Feng, Zhao Bugao knelt down on the ground, prostrating himself completely, without saying a word.
The two remained silent like this for a long time.
Li Xuan watched from outside, feeling that the atmosphere between this father and son seemed a bit cold.
After a long time, Zhao Feng finally looked at his adopted son kneeling on the ground and asked, "How did the matter go?"
"It has been handled as Godfather instructed."
Zhao Bugao pressed his head to the ground and replied in a deep voice.
Then there was another period of silence.
"What's wrong with those two?"
The strange atmosphere between Zhao Feng and Zhao Bugao made Li Xuan frown.
"Since that's the case, stay in Yan Qu Hall with peace of mind from now on."
Zhao Feng sighed and said so.
Zhao Bugao raised his head and kowtowed three times heavily, saying:
"Thank you Godfather for sparing my life!"
Thanks to "Angel love theory lol" for the reward support.