Chapter 3108: Farewell
Fang Jun knew that warning Li Zhi might not have any effect. After all, Li Zhi seemed smart now, but in fact he was completely controlled by the Guanlong nobles. As long as he still had the idea of fighting for the throne, he could not abandon the Guanlong nobles. of blackmail.
But he still wanted to warn him, hoping that Li Zhi would be merciful to the situation and not plunge the entire empire into turmoil for his own selfish purposes.
The current situation is different from the same period in history. At this time in history, the foundation of Prince Li Chengqian has completely collapsed, leaving only an empty title. Whether to depose or not is only a matter of His Majesty Li Er's thoughts. Even if he is eventually imprisoned, the government and the public will There wasn’t much of a stir.
However, now that His Majesty Li Er is away on an expedition, his control over the imperial court is at its lowest point since he ascended the throne, and the Crown Prince has a solid foundation. Even if His Majesty Li Er wants to depose, it will inevitably trigger a turmoil that touches the foundation of the empire's power, not to mention that it is just Li Zhi's wish. Want to fight for reserves?
If Li Zhi ignores the consequences and takes risks under the bewitchment of the Guanlong nobles, and insists on going his own way, the consequences will be disastrous.
It is easy to resist foreign enemies, but difficult to quell internal strife.
In particular, the unfavorable situation in the Liaodong war will lead to a delay in the army's return to Beijing. Once Chang'an and even the entire Guanzhong are turbulent due to competition for reserves, it will be difficult to calm down for a while, and its impact will be enough to shake the foundation of the empire.
At that time, all forces will appear in disguise and demons will dance wildly. The good situation that the government and the public have worked hard to create since Zhenguan will be destroyed in one day. When the central government weakens and loses its control over the world, local areas will inevitably rise. Perhaps the scene of warlord separatism will be staged in advance.
……
Li Zhi's face turned gloomy, he pondered for a moment, then sighed lightly without saying much.
He naturally understands what Fang Jun means and understands the current situation, but he gives up this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to compete for reserves just to take into account the overall situation and stabilize the country... The choice is difficult, not only if he is personally there, but also difficult to Feel the same.
The country, the country, and the country are naturally the top priority, and every citizen of the Tang Dynasty should die for it, let alone a descendant of the royal family like him?
However, if I miss this opportunity, I don’t know if I will have such a good opportunity again until the prince stabilizes the situation and makes great contributions...
Fang Jun saw his hesitation and didn't say much.
Since some things have been warned, the choice depends only on the person concerned. No matter how much others say, they cannot change their mind.
On the contrary, it is just annoying...
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In the next few days, Fang Jun was very busy.
All official affairs of the Ministry of War were entrusted to Cui Dunli, not only because Cui Dunli acted steadily and thoughtfully, but also because no one except him dared to directly contradict Jin Wang Li Zhi. There are frequent wars in the country, and the Ministry of War is the top priority. Once Li Zhi seizes power and takes control, it will be a big trouble for the Donggong family.
Guo Fushan is a good old man, who is extremely reliable in uniting everyone and dealing with others, but he lacks sharpness and has difficulty in adhering to principles...
He also needs to take care of the ordnance supply and recruitment of Youtun Guards. It is a very important matter and must be done personally.
The day before the expedition, a light rain fell in Guanzhong.
In the evening, Fang Jun returned to the mansion and took a shower and changed clothes. After a simple dinner, he sat in the room and drank tea. He watched Princess Gaoyang and Wu Meiniang instruct the servants and maids to pack for him. Their busy figures added to the warmth.
A manly man who works hard outside and goes through life and death, in addition to the brave and loyal ambition in his heart, he also wants to find a wife and a son.
This is called man's greatest achievement.
After a while of busy work, her luggage was ready. Wu Meiniang put two cans of tea into the rattan box, raised her hand to brush the scattered hair on her temples, gently wiped the sweat on her cheeks with the back of her hand, and breathed out softly.
Although it was not the first time to go on an expedition, this trip was different from the past. The atmosphere in the mansion was inevitably suppressed, and no unlucky words were dared to be said.
The wives and concubines in the room were even more frightened and worried.
Wu Meiniang looked around and said: "By the way, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince gave a tea set as a reward last time, which was just right for Mr. Lang to bring."
With that said, he went out and asked someone to go to the warehouse to find the tea set.
Princess Gaoyang is also very tired. Her Royal Highness is golden and her fingers are clean, but Wu Meiniang has to pack every piece of luggage by herself. The clothes are neatly folded and placed in rattan boxes without the intervention of the maids. .
This is a way to express your love and affection.
Fang Jun looked at the sweat stains on Princess Gaoyang's smooth forehead and felt warm in his heart. He put down the teacup and said with a smile: "Come here."
"Huh?"
Princess Gaoyang was putting the peace talisman that she had asked for from an eminent monk of Daci'en Temple into the bottom of the rattan box. She was slightly stunned when she heard the words, not understanding what they meant.
After all, we are also princesses. There is a difference between a king and a minister. Even if you are a husband, you can't be so casual, right?
She snorted with her pretty nose, came to Fang Jun obediently, and asked with a cold face: "If you think you are about to go on an expedition, you can do whatever you want. Although you and I are husband and wife, the court's laws are still there. Such a frivolous act If your words are heard by the Yushi Yanguan, you will be impeached for contempt of the royal family and disobeying the law... Oops!"
Before he finished speaking, Fang Jun had already put his arm around his waist and hugged him on his lap.
"What are you doing!"
This gesture made Princess Gao Yang feel a little embarrassed. She lightly hit Lang Jun on the shoulder. She looked back with a blushing face. When she saw that there was no one around, she twisted her face and buried it in Lang Jun's chest. Go up to Mr. Lang’s neck.
Fang Jun held her slender waist and kissed Princess Gaoyang gently on the cheek.
Perhaps due to the proper maintenance after giving birth, Princess Gaoyang's figure was not bloated, but rather plump than before. She was thinner where she should be thinner and fatter where she should be. Her light and petite body was very comfortable in her arms. Comfortable.
The couple hugged each other, listening to each other's breathing, silent.
A pulse of warmth flows in my heart.
Fang Jun's big hands caressed Princess Gaoyang's back lovingly, and he couldn't help but sigh in his heart. Once upon a time, when he heard that His Majesty Li Er had arranged for Princess Gaoyang to marry him, he was so frightened that his three souls left his body and his seven souls flew away. How miserable would it be to marry a princess who pursues free love regardless of morality and ethics?
At one time, he was very resistant and even hesitated to slander his reputation. He hoped that His Majesty Li Er would "discover his conscience" and realize that Fang Jun was a "stick" and cancel the marriage.
However, subsequent contacts made him gradually change his view of Princess Gaoyang, and he finally realized one thing.
If the orange grows in Huainan, it becomes tangerine, and if it grows in the north of Huaihe, it becomes tangerine.
The leaves are similar, but the taste is different.
So why? Water and soil are different.
When the environment changes, the nature of things also changes.
The original Fang Yiai was dull and stupid. He might have the reputation of being a son of a prime minister and a minister, but he had no talent or virtue, was incompetent and useless, and he didn't know how to please a woman.
How could Princess Gaoyang, who was so charming, smart and charming, be able to like such a man? How could she be willing to spend her whole life in a concubine?
It is true that stealing from a monk must be strongly condemned and reviled, but the problem is that since she "stealed" in front of Fang Yiai, can it still be considered stealing?
Some mistakes are unforgivable, but if you can understand the motivation for making them, you can probably avoid them.
As things are, so are people.
For the same person, different growth environments have obvious effects on their temperament. Many times, if the growing environment is changed, a person's character and style will be completely different.
At least for Princess Gaoyang, she may not really love Bianji to death, but her disappointment in Fang Yiai made her "break the pot" and be willing to take the step of ignoring moral ethics.
As for Fang Yiai being forced by Princess Gaoyang's lustful power and having to watch her steal the monk willingly... it makes no sense.
As we all know, His Majesty Li Er is very strict with the education of the princess. It is absolutely impossible for the princess to become arrogant and abuse the family of meritorious deeds, let alone someone like Fang Xuanling who has made great contributions to His Majesty Li Er and the Tang Dynasty. People?
This can be seen from the fact that His Majesty Li Er killed the debater in the city just after the scandal of Princess Gaoyang broke out. This kind of thing must not be allowed to happen, because Fang Xuanling is the representative of Zhenguan heroes, and Fang Xuanling's Face is the face of His Majesty Li Er.
Now that Princess Gaoyang has followed her, a young handsome man who is famous all over the world, talented and meritorious, has satisfied the love she longed for, and is naturally willing to marry her husband and raise her children.
……
The couple hugged each other, although they looked at each other silently, they were in the same mind.
Princess Gaoyang raised her hand and gently stroked Lang Jun's cheek. The tears couldn't help but flow out, but she still tried her best to hold them back. She didn't want to shed tears before Lang Jun went out for the battle. It would be unlucky. (End of chapter)