Chapter 3681 The battle for candidates
Li Chengqian looked at Xiao Yu in surprise and asked, "Why not?"
Xiao Yu hurriedly said: "Your Highness Mingjian, former Fan Erlang rushed to Luoyang to lobby the British public office, but he killed the eldest grandson Anye on his own in the middle of the way, which made the eldest grandson Wuji hate the East Palace so much that he almost terminated the peace talks. This is already very inappropriate. If he still goes to Tong this time, Guan, if he encounters Guan Long's lobbyist who goes to the British government, he will be chopped off again. The peace talks will completely collapse, and there will be no hope of restarting... I hope His Highness will think twice and choose another worthy person. Let this guy go again.”
He was well aware of Fang Jun's decisive and daring character. Since he had made up his mind to sabotage the peace talks, what could be more direct than killing Guan Long's envoy to the British Office? If Fang Jun goes to the British government office this time, he will not only encounter the Guanlong envoy on the way and kill him, but this guy will even squat near Chang'an. As long as he sees someone coming or going from Guanlong, he will kill him. Interception...
Fang Jun was furious: "This old man has gone too far! Am I one of those ignorant people?"
Xiao Yu was not angry, but nodded repeatedly and said: "You are it!"
Fang Jun: "..."
Mother!
This old guy actually questioned my character? It's tolerable, but it's intolerable!
When Li Chengqian saw that the two of them were actually quarreling, he immediately felt a headache and quickly broke up the fight: "Erlang, please be patient! Song Guogong is the founding minister of the country and your elder, so you must respect him. Right now, it's not the right thing to do to the person." , don’t mess around! The most important thing right now, Naturally, we need to keep the country and Zhengshuo, but other than that, we can let go of everything. As long as the empire is not lost, we will have time to realize our grand ambitions. What’s the harm?”
He was also unwilling to negotiate for peace. In the end, the majestic prince of the empire had to turn the war into friendship with the rebels. He just felt depressed in his heart. How would the history books describe him as a weak and vulnerable person who was struggling to survive?
However, if we express our feelings freely and enjoy our grudges now, the outcome is likely to be the complete destruction of the East Palace, the fall of the empire, and the stealing of the emperor's position.
The glorious and prosperous times that my father had worked hard and worked hard for for more than ten years will surely plummet and never be restored.
In contrast, not to mention humbly negotiating peace with the rebels, but even asking him to kneel down, what's wrong? As long as he can keep his position, he will be able to successfully ascend the throne in the near future. By then, with Li Jing, Fang Jun, Li Daozong, Ma Zhou and other virtuous ministers around him, why worry about not succeeding in his great cause?
It is not impossible to not only continue the prosperous age of father Huang Zhenguan, but also to make further progress.
Throughout the ages, in history books, heroes have only been judged by their success or failure. Even though my father "killed his brothers, killed his brothers, and forced his father to abdicate", he was able to gain the support and love of the people in the world. He also endured for the sake of the great cause in his heart, so why not?
Fang Jun calmed down his anger and nodded silently.
Xiao Yu was relieved when he saw Fang Jun relenting, but at the same time he felt faintly uncomfortable.
The prince did prefer to scold Fang Jun, but his expression and tone were like his own children quarreling and fighting with other people's children, so he naturally scolded his own children...
Li Chengqian looked at Xiao Yu and asked: "Since Erlang is not suitable to lobby the British Duke, who does Song Guogong think is suitable?"
Xiao Yu stroked his beard and pondered without saying a word.
The candidate who goes to lobby must have high enough status and qualifications, otherwise it will be difficult to suppress Li Ji. He must also be eloquent and quick-thinking, so that he can speak with emotion and move with reason, otherwise he will not be able to impress Li Ji. The most important thing is that this person must firmly support the peace talks, so that he can do his best to persuade Li Ji. If he is unwilling to go all out, or even has some resistance to the peace talks in his heart, it will be a bad thing.
It’s just that the military cannot be counted on in the East Palace right now. Almost all military generals are under the command of Li Jing and Fang Junzhi. They treat these two people like gods and obey their words. However, these two people are the biggest opponents of the peace talks...< br>
The remaining civil servants either lack qualifications or lack the ability to perform their duties.
Looking at Cen Wenwen next to him, he was originally the most suitable candidate with sufficient qualifications and excellent abilities. However, this time going to Tongguan still requires bypassing the rebel defense zone like last time, crossing the Weishui River to Jingyang, and then crossing the Jingshui River and along the way. Follow the Yellow River all the way south, and cross the river again at the beginning of the Wei River where it joins the Yellow River before you can reach Tongguan. The journey is difficult with high mountains and long rivers. With Cen Wenwen’s body, I am afraid that he will not be able to hold on when he reaches Tongguan...
Taking a deep breath, Xiao Yu said with a firm expression: "Let me go to Tongguan this time, by my veteran. For the time being, Brother Jing Ren will be in charge of the peace talks."
The peace talks are related to his status in the East Palace and whether the Jiangnan nobles can protect their vital interests in the future, or even go further. There is absolutely no room for loss. If the peace talks fail, once the East Palace stands firm and successfully ascends the throne, the military will seize all the power to speak. This is absolutely intolerable.
He never left the East Palace when it was in danger, and even did not hesitate to draw a clear line with Guan Long and fully support the East Palace. Wasn't it because he was sure that the East Palace could survive the crisis and successfully ascend the throne as emperor?
It would be really depressing if you persisted but ended up making wedding clothes for the military.
Therefore, even though he knew that the trip to Tongguan Mountain was dangerous, he still insisted on going there in person, believing that he could impress Li Ji and decide the overall situation.
Li Chengqian was silent for a moment, thinking about the gains and losses, and considering whether he could go. Fang Jun was already on the sidelines and sneered: "Guanzhong rebels are everywhere, and the soldiers are fierce and dangerous. Does the Duke of Song think he is going to enjoy the mountains and rivers? Guanlong must also send people to go there at this moment. To lobby the British public, However, Changsun Wuji learned a lot from the hardships and would definitely send troops to set up checkpoints along the way to prevent the East Palace from going to Tongguan, which could easily lead to death... Song Guogong was willing to take risks for the sake of peace talks and put life and death at risk. I admire him. "
Xiao Yu's eyebrows stood up and he said angrily: "In times of crisis, as ministers, we should serve with all our loyalty, regardless of life or death!"
Fang Jun retorted: "If it is really for His Highness the Crown Prince, then I will have no place for admiration. But if it is for the sake of mere interests, I will risk my life. I will not know whether to praise you for your courage or to praise you for dying as a bird."
Xiao Yu was furious: "You are a stick, you are not a son of a man..."
"You two, please don't quarrel and hurt the harmony," Li Chengqian quickly broke up the fight again, saying with a headache: "In front of a powerful enemy, both of you are solitary humerus. You should unite as one to maintain the integrity of the empire and the destiny of the country. How can you Can you quarrel with each other like this, causing pain to your loved ones and happiness to your enemies?”
Xiao Yu glared at Fang Jun angrily and said nothing more.
Fang Jun glanced at Xiao Yu with a sneer and became quiet.
Li Chengqian pondered for a moment, looked at Xiao Yu and said worriedly: "Although Erlang's words are vulgar, his intentions are good. Going to Tongguan not only has to pass through the rebel defense area, but the rebels may even set up an ambush along the way to intercept them. How old is Song Guogong?" It’s been a long time. If anything goes wrong, I’ll be heartbroken!”
No one can replace Xiao Yu's status and role in the East Palace. He can still lead the civil servants to support the prince. However, if something happens to him, Cen Wenwen alone will be unable to support him. Maybe there will be a disaster in the East Palace. A huge crisis from within.
And this is also the reason why Li Chengqian allowed Xiao Yu to start peace talks. To a certain extent, Xiao Yu's personal interests and the overall interests of the East Palace are complementary to each other.
Xiao Yu was a little excited: "Your Highness's caring heart, I have no place to admire! It's just that there are many dangers at the moment, and there is always the danger of overthrow. Even if there are risks, we should move forward courageously. Why would we regret this life? But your Highness, don't worry, although I have the ability Limited, but he still has some face, and he still has some affection with Guan Long. Even if the rebels are extremely vicious, they may not kill the old minister. "
He knew that Li Chengqian really cared about him, both in public and private matters. He had to admit that His Highness the Crown Prince was a kind man. If he could successfully ascend the throne, he would also be a kind king. It would not only be a blessing to his ministers, but also a blessing to the common people. It was enough for him to be willing to run for it.
And if the rebels are allowed to depose the East Palace and support Qi Wang Li You or any other prince to take the throne, all the power of the government will be seized by Guan Long. If the imperial power is weak, it will definitely lead to the rampage of powerful officials and the ups and downs of the political situation. It will not only be affected by Jiangnan. The noble clan will also affect the entire world.
No matter from any angle, he must keep the East Palace and the crown prince, even if he has to bow down to the Guanlong clan, even if it takes a lifetime of pride, he will not hesitate. In contrast, Fang Jun only knows how to express his feelings and act as he pleases. He doesn't know the need to bend his head and bow his head. He goes straight like... a mallet!
(End of chapter)