Chapter 3409: Coercion and inducement
The "Xuanwumen Incident" changed the system of imperial succession in one fell swoop, shattering the "ancestral succession" that had been respected in ancient times, making people know that even if they were not the direct eldest son, they would seize the throne and inherit the great treasure.
It is conceivable that under the temptation of the supreme imperial power, from now on, countless people will use the "Xuanwu Gate Change" as an "inspirational" case, and continue to fight hard, hoping that they can be like His Majesty Li Er. That's how you take it.
However, we cannot just look at His Majesty Li Er's success. How could Doulu Huairang not know the risks involved?
Feeling that His Highness King Jing might also have the ambition to "rebell against the Xuanwu Sect" and sent Qiu Xinggong to persuade him, Doulu Huairang pondered undecided.
If this thing is done, those who follow King Jing will naturally seize the merit of following the dragon. From then on, chickens and dogs will ascend to heaven, have great power, step into the center, and even become generals and prime ministers. But if they are defeated, they will be rebellious officials and traitors, and everyone will be punished. Even the young and old in the clan will be punished with swords and axes, and the family inheritance will be cut off...
The benefits are great, but the risks are even greater.
Doulu Huairang pondered for a long time, slowly shook his head, and said apologetically: "This matter is of great importance and involves the life of the entire clan. How dare the general dare to act arbitrarily? We still need to discuss it with my father after we return, and then we can make a decision."
This was reasonable and reasonable, but Qiu Xinggong knew that Doulu Huairang was already conflicted.
He took a sip of the tea and found that it was already lukewarm, so he put down the cup and said slowly: "Although my career is not going well and I am often looked down upon, many of my subordinates still miss the past feelings. Such as Zuo Yi. Among the guards, they are all my subordinates who have made great contributions through life and death. If I wave my arms, how many people do you think Doulu will respond to? "
Doulu Huairang's expression changed drastically.
Although Qiu Xinggong had left Zuo Yiwei for many years, the most glorious moment of Zuo Yiwei that year was when he participated in the "Xuanwumen Incident" under the leadership of Qiu Xinggong, assisting His Majesty Li Er in expelling Prince Jiancheng and King Yuanji of Qi, and forcing Emperor Gaozu to abdicate. Surrendering can determine the country in one fell swoop.
There are so many people in Zuoyi Guard who have been promoted due to merit, so even though Qiu Xinggong has always been violent, he has a very high prestige in Zuoyi Guard. Almost all the middle and upper-level military control generals were his subordinates at that time. If he secretly colluded with each other, those It is easy for military control to evade oneself.
Even if he stands firm and fulfills his responsibilities as a guard by then, but his generals have completely surrendered to King Jing, how can he have a good ending?
Maybe we should kill him, General Zuo Yiwei, before the rebellion breaks out...
Qiu Xinggong saw the change in Doulu Huairang's face and asked with a smile: "What, do you plan to go to the East Palace to expose my behavior and use my head to help you get promoted to a higher position?"
Doulu Huairang smiled bitterly and said: "What did the commander say? Without the cultivation of the commander, the general would not be able to do such a reckless thing today? It's just that the matter is so important that it is really difficult for the general to make a decision for a while."
Qiu Xinggong shook his head and said calmly: "The current situation is urgent. How can there be much time to hesitate and weigh choices? Just give me an answer right now."
Doulu Huairang looked bitter.
The Doulu family has always been estranged from the East Palace. In fact, not only the East Palace, but also the other sons of His Majesty Li Er, the Doulu family has never been close. The Doulu family has a high reputation, but it has never been favored by His Majesty Li Er. Even if he has his heart set on the East Palace, how much respect will he have for him when the East Palace secures his throne and cleanses himself of all the ministers?
Whistleblowing is a must. There is no benefit and it will offend Qiu Xinggong. There is no need.
Seeing that Doulu Huairang still refused to nod, Qiu Xinggong stepped back and said, "This matter is important, and it is reasonable for Doulu's son-in-law to find it difficult to make a decision. Besides, the Doulu family has been loyal for generations, how can I bear to let you bear this responsibility?" In the name of rebellion? It might as well be like this. You and I agree here. , if everything goes well when the rebellion starts in the future, and the rebels attack outside Taiji Palace, Doulu Prince Consort will help to break the palace gate, and determine the overall situation. If the situation is unpredictable and fails to progress as expected, Doulu Prince Consort will stay out of the matter and do not need to participate, how about it? ”
Doulu Huairang breathed a sigh of relief, nodded and said: "This is the best!"
He didn't want to get involved in this matter because the risk was too great, but he couldn't refuse Qiu Xinggong. This man was violent and had a hot temper, and no one knew what he could do.
If we can stand still and watch the fire from the other side, that would naturally be the best. Although the reward for success in the future will be smaller, once you fail, you can still get out...
Qiu Xinggong laughed in his heart. For such a big event, everyone is tying their wealth and life to their belts, but you think about whether you can advance, attack, retreat or defend?
How stupid.
The Doulu family was once prominent at that time. From the Northern Zhou Dynasty to the Sui Dynasty, their ancestors occupied high positions in the court and held great power. However, today they can only guard Zuo Yiwei and wait for death. This shows that the descendants are unworthy and their luck has been exhausted.
He stood up and put on his cloak, and Doulu Huairang stood up and saw him off.
When he reached the door, Qiu Xinggong stopped and looked at the wind and snow outside. Then he looked back at Doulu Huairang and said slowly: "Fang Jun and I are estranged from each other, and Changsun Wuji and I have not been in contact with each other since old age. Where to go?" You decide for yourself.”
After saying that, he turned around, opened the door, and walked away.
Doulu Huairang watched Qiu Xinggong's figure disappear into the wind and snow, then looked up at the towering wall of the Tai Chi Palace not far away, and stood in a daze for a long time before returning to the house.
I asked the soldier to change a pot of tea and took a sip, but it didn't taste very good and I felt confused.
My father has been in bed for many years now. He is confused from time to time, and his children and grandchildren cannot fully recognize him. Naturally, there is no way to discuss such important matters. My elder brother, Doulu Renye, is now in Longyou, except for entrusting Chijie Chengzhou military officers and Chengzhou governor, and cannot discuss with him.
Only you can decide this matter yourself.
Qiu Xinggong's coercion and inducement caused him to be in chaos. It is not necessary to act in accordance with Qiu Xinggong's words and support Jing Wang Li Yuanjing unreservedly. After all, the Doulu family is from the Guanlong lineage and is deeply entangled with the interests of the Guanlong clan, so they can fully respond to Guanlong's actions.
But now Changsun Wuji is far away in Liaodong, and the person in charge of the family is Changsun Chong who secretly returned to Beijing, which makes him worried.
After all, Chang Sun Chong's performance over the years has been far from perfect. He was suppressed by Fang Jun all the way before, and then committed a serious crime of treason. His abilities may not be suitable for such a major event.
After sitting for a long time, Doulu Huairang had no idea, was in a dilemma, and became increasingly irritable...
Just as he was wondering what to do, soldiers suddenly came in and reported: "Commander Qi, there is someone outside asking to see him, saying he is a descendant of the Hou Mo Chen family."
Doulu Huairang was startled, thinking to himself that this must be someone from the Guanlong clan, but why was it someone from the Hou Mochen family?
Although the Hou Mochen family was once prominent, there are now very few talented people in the family. The only one with high moral standing, Hou Mochen Qianhui, has long since escaped into Buddhism. He eats fasting and chants Buddha's name all day long, in memory of that talented and beautiful man. Queen Dugu, who is the best in the world...
He had no intention of seeing it, but after thinking that the Doulu family was related to Guan Longyuan, and their mutual interests were more deeply involved, he had no choice but to say: "Invite him in."
"Here."
The soldiers turned around and left, and after a moment, they brought in a handsome young man.
The young man entered the door and bowed and saluted: "I have seen Marshal Doulu!"
Doulu Huairang was too lazy to ask him his name and said, "You came here today, but you have something to do?"
The young man escaped from his arms with a famous card, handed it to Doulu Huairang with both hands, and said respectfully: "I am here on the order of the master of the family to invite Marshal Doulu to an appointment to taste the vegetarian dishes cooked by the eminent monks of Dazhuangyan Temple."
Doulu Huairang was stunned.
The head of the Hou Mochen family is Hou Mochen Qianhui, but Hou Mochen Qianhui only has the title of head of the family, but he is indifferent to the affairs of the family and lives in seclusion in the Yongyangfang mansion all day long. , eat, clothe, live and travel like a monk...
This time, he actually invited a junior of his to attend the banquet?
He quickly took the famous thorn and took a closer look. It turned out to be the famous thorn from Hou Mo and Chen Qianhui. It said that he was invited to go to Yongyangfang for a banquet this evening. He hurriedly said: "Please go back and report to Uncle Ming. I will make a decision on time." Keep your appointment!”
"Here!"
After the young man bowed his hands and saluted, he turned around and exited.
Doulu Huairang looked at the famous thorn in his hand again and again, and his mind couldn't help but stir up. I thought that Changsun Wuji was not in the capital, and Changsun Chong was not reliable in handling affairs. It was not necessarily safe to prepare for such a big event. But now that Hou Mo and Chen Qian will be in charge of the overall situation, the situation is completely different.
With the identity, status, and resourcefulness of the Hou Mo Chen Qianhui, there will definitely be a large number of responders, and even those forces that do not belong to the Guanlong lineage will also respond. As long as Hou Mo and Chen Qian can cheer up, most of the things will be successful. This is much more reliable than Jing Wang Li Yuanjing.
In this case, Doulu Huairang felt that he might be able to use Qiu Xinggong's lobbying to gain an opportunity to win both sides and become invincible.
Aren’t you, Qiu Xinggong, a coercion and inducement?
Just wait and see...(End of Chapter)