Chapter 2302 Li Er’s pessimism
The waiter brought the tea and placed it on the coffee table next to Li Chengqian. A maid with a slim figure and a beautiful face came forward and filled the tea cup.
Li Chengqian has not recovered from his serious illness and has experienced a fright. He is very thirsty but does not dare to drink...
In front of His Majesty Li Er, he was always full of trepidation, fearing that his father would be disgusted by his slightly inappropriate behavior or words.
It must be said that having such a wise and powerful father puts too much pressure on the successor's son...
His Majesty Li Er asked him what he thought about the adjustment of the central ministers. Even if he was killed, he would not dare to say that he had an opinion.
But...
"My son is dull and confused about Fang Junzhi's appointment. Please ask my father to clarify my confusion."
Li Chengqian said humbly.
"Oh? If you don't understand, tell me."
His Majesty Li Er stroked his beard and smiled.
He likes this kind of attitude that is not blind obedience. As a prince and the ruler of the future empire, even if he cannot be decisive and decisive, he must have his own opinions and stick to his own opinions instead of listening to his ministers. of instigation.
Li Chengqian was thinking about what Fang Jun once said to him, asking him to properly express his courage to question the emperor while admiring His Majesty Li Er, but this questioning should be appropriately placed in some matters that have nothing to do with the overall situation. The minutiae...
With his thoughts turning, Li Chengqian said: "It stands to reason that although Fang Jun is young, he has made great achievements. His achievements over the years are not inferior to those of the founding ministers. Even if he is promoted to a higher rank, no one in the world will be dissatisfied. However, his father cared about his young age and was afraid that he would not be able to get any titles or rewards in the future, so he kept suppressing Fang Jun's official title and even demoted him repeatedly because of some minor mistakes. The son-in-law deeply agreed with the demotion. But this time, why did his father not only appoint Fang Jun as Minister of the Ministry of War, but also grant him the title of Taibao? In this way, Fang Jun could be regarded as an important official in the court and hold great power. , it is only one step away from ascending the throne to become the prime minister. This goes against my father’s consistent thoughts, and my sons and ministers are puzzled..."
His Majesty Li Er has a strong character and is unyielding, but he has never been the kind of person who cannot listen to advice.
Wei Zheng was arguing all day and night, and even a trivial matter could cause a fuss and make him unable to step down. He could still hold back his anger and express his magnanimity. How could he not tolerate his son's doubts?
So instead of being angry, he was deeply relieved.
As a prince, you have to have your own opinions, rather than follow what others say, even when facing your own father...
His Majesty Li Er was in a good mood. He took a sip of tea and ordered the servant nearby: "Instruct the imperial kitchen to prepare today's dinner."
Then he said to Li Chengqian: "Stay and have dinner with my father tonight, and we will have a nice drink."
Li Chengqian was moved in his heart. It seemed that he had never had a meal alone with his father since the death of his daughter...
"Here." Li Chengqian felt a surge in his chest, and there seemed to be moisture in his eyes, so he quickly responded.
His Majesty Li Er nodded slightly, and then said: "My father used to try his best to suppress Fang Jun. Even when he made unparalleled military exploits in Mobei, he still made mistakes and suppressed him. Instead of awarding him, he resigned and demoted him. It’s not because my father is ungrateful, but it’s really a helpless act.”
Li Chengqian said gratefully: "My son, please save me. My father wanted to leave Fang Jun to my son for great use. If I am promoted to a higher position now, it will lead to no title. How will my son show kindness to me in the future to show his special treatment?" ? But this has caused a lot of criticism for the father, and the sons and ministers are terrified."
His Majesty Li Er said happily: "The prince can understand the good intentions of being a father. Even if you have to bear some criticism as a father, what does it matter? The inheritance of your father, the beautiful country of tens of thousands of miles will be entrusted to you, as long as you can guard it." I will not hesitate to be a father if I have this family fortune.”
"My sons and ministers are terrified, fearing that they may have betrayed their father's trust!"
Li Chengqian was frightened and quickly stood up and bowed down.
His Majesty Li Er waved his hands helplessly: "There are only you and me, father and son, why are you so reserved? It doesn't hurt to talk openly."
"Here."
Li Chengqian then stood up and sat back on the chair.
His Majesty Li Er frowned slightly and said in a deep voice: "But recently, my father discovered that there is an indescribable atmosphere in Chang'an City. Some people are making little moves in private and have ulterior motives. Normally, my father would not take it seriously. It’s just that the Eastern Expedition is imminent, and my father will definitely lead the expedition himself, leaving you to supervise the country. Chang’an will be empty by then, lest these people suddenly attack.”
Li Chengqian said hurriedly: "Father, don't worry. Although my son is ineffective, I think I can still defend the city of Chang'an, and Lu Guogong, Fang Jun and others are loyally watching over me. Even if they are scornful and unruly, they can be cut off. I respectfully welcome my father." When the Emperor triumphs!”
Just kidding, my father is driving the army to conquer the country in person. If he, the prince, can't even manage the country well, how can he be qualified to continue to be the prince?
However, His Majesty Li Er shook his head, disapproving of Li Chengqian's confidence, and said in a deep voice: "Duke Lu is getting older and has gradually faded out of the core of the army. The Youwuwei under his banner will accompany his father to Liaodong this time, and there are no soldiers in his hands. Who listens to him? Fang Jun is right. The garrison guard is in hand, but no matter how outstanding his military exploits are, he is far behind in terms of qualifications. Even if he dares to confront some people, he will ultimately be at a disadvantage. Those in the court who are watching the wind may not necessarily do so. Stand with him..."
Li Chengqian was shocked.
Father said that Fang Jun dared to fight with some people... Doesn't this already indicate who the father was guarding against?
Could it be that he actually had rebellious intentions?
It’s incredible!
No wonder my father changed from the normal situation of suppression in the past. Not only did he allow Fang Jun to be appointed Minister of War, but he also granted him the official title of Taibao, the crown prince. This was to enhance Fang Jun's status and express the emperor's attitude to the government and the public - Fang Juncai He is the emperor's powerful and simple minister!
Li Chengqian turned pale and hesitated: "This...Father, can't you?"
His Majesty Li Er sighed, and his tone was a little low: "Will it happen or not...who can know? Before some things happen, we ourselves don't believe that they will happen. But when things happen, even if they are unbelievable, It is entirely possible that things will happen. Sometimes, it is not a matter of whether you think about it or not. The current situation will push you forward and will never care about your will. If you succeed, you will be a king, and if you fail, you will be a bandit."
Thinking back then, had he ever thought about the day when he would meet his brothers in battle?
The Xuanwu Sect was victorious, so how could he ever have the determination to kill his brother and his brother?
Having shot and killed Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji, how could he have the heart to kill all his brothers' heirs?
When he was in that whirlpool, the current situation pushed him to move forward step by step. He had to make that decision whether he was willing or not.
If he wants to defy the times...
The only way is to be defeated like a mountain and pay a painful and unbearable price for it.
If he did not launch the Xuanwu Sect Revolution, he would lose not only the throne, but also his life, as well as the lives of countless soldiers and generals under his command in the Tiance Mansion, as well as the lives of hundreds of people in the Qin Prince's Mansion...
Without killing Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji, he would not be able to take the position of emperor, and sooner or later he would be overthrown!
If we don’t kill the sons and heirs of Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji, one day the Xuanwu Sect will definitely happen again, and by then, it will be Li Er who will die!
What can he do?
We can only go forward step by step.
Li Chengqian looked at His Majesty Li Er with a gloomy look in his eyes, and knew that his father was thinking of the Xuanwu Gate Incident that he regarded as his regret in his life, but also created his glorious life.
At this time, his father's emotions would become uncertain, and Li Chengqian did not dare to express his anger. He lowered his eyebrows and did not dare to make a sound...
After a long time, His Majesty Li Er slowly exhaled and sighed: "It is said that the Tian family is ruthless. It is not that people are ruthless, but that all kinds of interests are involved in the supreme power of the world, and everything will be magnified to the point of being unstoppable. We are in such a position that we can usually give up, but now we may even have to give up our lives, which we can usually give up. What we have to fight for, now we have to fight for with blood... This is the heaven, people have feelings, but interests are ruthless, but in this world, no matter whether it is the Nine-Five Supreme Being or a trafficker, who can give up on interests? Then you can only get stuck in it and go with the flow.”
Li Chengqian swallowed hard.
The face that had just been washed was now soaked with cold sweat...
He finally understood. Maybe tomorrow, there will be a bloody incident in the royal family, just like the Xuanwu Gate Incident. Whoever wants to survive must be ruthless!
Anyone who stands in the way of others kills, and anyone who stands in the way of a Buddha kills a Buddha, even if they are brothers and sisters, even if they are comrades in arms!
Li Chengqian only had one thought at the moment, he wanted to cry...
Father!
You yourself command a million-strong army and march on all fronts, but you leave your sons and ministers in Chang'an to face such a cruel and dangerous situation?
How unkind...(End of chapter)