Chapter 4137 Lend you your head
Cen Wenwen smiled and said: "You, you were smart all your life, but you were confused at the critical moment... The prince is kind, and he is definitely not deceiving the world and stealing his reputation. This is actually his nature. It is just for you to stand up and call on the Three Laws Division to interrogate the matter of 'poisoning the late emperor'." This move can clear the prince's innocence. How can the prince do anything against you? Even if others are evil, the prince will stop him."
Liu Ji thought about it and thought it made sense.
The benevolence of the prince is not just for a moment, but year after year, day after day. The late emperor angrily criticized him for his cowardice and the kindness of a woman, but for his ministers, such an emperor could not be better. Even if he makes mistakes, he will be forgiven. . Most heroes with great talents and strategies do not rub sand in their eyes, and kill people without blinking an eye. Their ministers are frightened every day, fearing that they will make a mistake, and they will suffer disaster at every turn...
"What if I show my kindness to the prince?"
"How can the prince not be angry when rumors are rampant? And if the rumors are allowed to spread, it will inevitably affect the prince's reputation. However, the prince is kind-hearted and cannot bear to deal harshly with those who have been bewitched. Who can stand up and protect the prince at this time? , the prince may be too cruel to deal with those who spread rumors and have wandering thoughts, but how can he not take a high look in his heart? "
“Brother Jingren’s words are very kind!”
Liu was excited on the face, but despised in his heart. Do you think I am a fool?
No matter how tolerant and kind the prince is, how can he have no grudge against those who prevent him from ascending the throne? Although he will not retaliate directly, once he ascends the throne in the future, it is almost inevitable that he will be thrown into disuse.
The same goes for King Jin...
However, it is not enough to just sit on the mountain and watch the fight between tigers. In the end, you will only be rejected by both families. No matter who wins in the end, you will not be left behind.
He humbly asked for advice: "Among brothers Yijing, who can achieve great things, the prince or the king of Jin?"
How could Cen Wenwen be fooled by him? He said calmly: "I am seriously ill and I am afraid that I will not die soon. Most of my nephews and sons in my family have grown up and have their own futures. Therefore, I no longer care about the affairs of the court and just let them go. No matter who is the emperor, After all, they are all the sons and heirs of the late emperor, and as human ministers, you just have to do your best.”
Liu Jie's teeth were itching with hatred. You said it was brilliant, so why did you encourage me to choose one of them?
However, he was not willing to let his official career end. He had a different position from Cen Wenwen, who had already prepared to become an official. He could naturally ignore the change of imperial power while enjoying Linquan. No matter who became the emperor, he had to take into account his past achievements and provide more pensions to Cen Wenwen. However, he was in In court, it is inevitable that one cannot help oneself.
After considering it carefully and thinking it over thoroughly, he drank the tea in the cup in one gulp, wiped his lips, and stood up and said: "As Brother Jing Ren said, we, as ministers, should be loyal to our duties and loyal to the death, even if I will never allow those people with ulterior motives to try to overthrow the empire Zhengshuo even if their lives are at risk!"
Cen Wenwen looked at the upright Liu Ji with a faint look, nodded and said with a smile: "That's right! My good brother is loyal and enthusiastic, and he is really a model for our courtiers. If the eunuchs in the world can follow his example, what will happen to him?" Are you worried that the prosperous life will not last for thousands of years? Even though I will be an official in the future, I will not care about the affairs of the court, but my nephew will not be able to bear it. Please give me more guidance."
Liu Jie was overjoyed. This was because the other party recognized him and was willing to use his political resources to fully support him in exchange for his support for the career of the Cen family's nephews...
Among the nephews and nephews of the Cen family, the most promising one should be Cen Changqian, a student from the academy. Not only is this son smart and agile, but he also has a strong temperament and decisiveness in killing. He is a talent that can be made. Even Fang Jun, who is known for cultivating young officials, looks at him with special eyes. , destined to have a bright future.
Young people like this can't be found by themselves. Now that they are connected together, isn't it just what they want?
He raised his hand to salute Cen Wenwen, then stood up and strode out.
What he has to do now is to find an unlucky guy who is making irresponsible remarks about King Jin's message, and use him as a way to get ahead in front of His Highness the Crown Prince.
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The "big burial" is an extremely grand ceremony, because the prince has to read out the sacrificial rites in public and accept the worship of hundreds of officials. From then on, he determines his status as monarch and ministers. He will ascend the throne after the coffin of the late emperor is delivered to the mausoleum, so it is almost equivalent to a "little enthronement." , the meaning is extremely important.
Not only were almost all members of the Ministry of Rites and Zongzheng Temple mobilized, but many officials from the court also stayed in the palace the night before to prepare for many matters.
As the emperor's bedroom, Wude Hall naturally has many rooms. The servants and palace attendants tidied up each room for officials to rest and sleep. It's just that right now, the Youhou Wei has entered Chang'an City and is having a fierce battle with the Sixth Leader of the East Palace outside the Taiji Palace. Where can these officials sleep? They all inquired about the changes in the situation in the side hall, exchanged some opinions with each other, and whispered to each other, without feeling sleepy at all.
Liu Ji, wearing an official uniform, strode out and his eyes passed over the dozens of officials gathered together. He looked for a person suitable to "accuse the crime" with his eyes, so as to show his goodwill to His Highness the Crown Prince and express his gratitude. He is loyal to the prince's position.
The officials who were whispering with their heads in their hands noticed that the people around them gradually became quiet. When they looked up, they saw Liu Jie's eyes burning with murderous intent. They were shocked and quickly closed their mouths and stood up to salute.
In the Taiji Palace, the prince is in the dormitory not far away. It is really inappropriate to discuss the "edict" and the content of the edict in the hands of King Jin here. If the prince hears it, there is no way to explain it...
Liu Ji had a straight face and was not angry. He had been in charge of Yushitai for many years and was already imbued with a harsh and mean demeanor. He looked like a tiger and leopard that chose people to eat, and his eyes were fierce, which frightened all the officials. Playing the drum, I wonder what this person wants.
Looking around the crowd, Liu Ji raised his finger and pointed at one of them and said coldly: "Li Yifu, come out and speak!"
Li Yifu, who was among the crowd, felt a little thump in his heart, but he did not dare to neglect, and quickly stood out from the crowd, bowing and saluting: "Your Majesty, Li Yifu, do you have any orders from me?"
The name of a person and the shadow of a tree. When Liu Jie was in charge of Yushitai, he was a being who dared to confront fierce people such as Fang Junna. Countless fifth-grade and first-level officials fell in his hands. Although Liu Jie has been promoted to The servant is in charge of the province, but the remaining prestige still scares Li Yifu.
Liu Ji took two steps forward, stood with his hands behind his back, looked at Li Yifu, and asked slowly: "I just heard you whispering about the late emperor's edict and the King of Jin's message. Is this relevant?"
This Li Yifu is a member of King Jin's team. King Jin must not have taken him with him when he escaped this time, so he stayed here. And Fang Jun has always disliked this person, so it is just right for him to operate...
Li Yifu secretly said, "It's over." He quickly said: "The servant has learned from the mistakes, and the subordinates have never discussed this matter."
Liu Ji's face was stern: "Are you saying that I have ringing in the ears and eyesight, causing trouble for nothing, and framed you?"
Li Yifu bowed, wishing he could lower his head and dig into the floor tiles: "I don't dare, but I really didn't talk about it."
Liu Ji's face was expressionless: "Since I heard it right and you didn't say it, does it mean that others are talking about it? Come on, tell me who said it. As long as the report is true, I will I don’t blame you.”
Li Yifu was sweating on his head, hesitating and speechless.
"Reporting colleagues" is something he does not feel any burden at all, and he has even done it frequently in the past. But if he reports someone in public, will he continue to work in the officialdom in the future? Moreover, almost everyone was talking about this matter just now. If you report one of them, you may eventually uncover them all, and you will not be able to escape in the end...
I could only feel a sudden change in my heart, and I bowed my head and confessed: "It was my fault. It was indeed my fault that I was talking about this matter just now. I shouldn't have made excuses. Please forgive me, sir."
All the officials around him took a long breath. They all knew that Li Yifu was selfish, cunning, and of poor character. Just now, I was really afraid that this man would bite everyone out in order to shirk responsibility. Now Li Yifu has taken the responsibility himself and has not clung to him. Others can’t help but feel grateful...
"Presumptuous!"
Liu Ji's voice was fierce, his finger almost pointed at Li Yifu's head, and he yelled: "Excuse me? You committed a serious crime of colluding with the rebels and disregarding righteousness. Who can forgive you? Who dares to forgive you! I, the Crown Prince of the Tang Dynasty Your Highness is the crown prince of the country. He has the qualities of a dragon and a phoenix, and he has the heart of heaven. He has been the emperor since then. If you disrespect the prince and heaven and earth, it is not a pity to die!"
There was silence in the side hall, only Liu Jie's shouts echoed around the beams, and the rest were trembling and did not dare to speak out.
Li Yifu only felt a "buzzing" sound in his head, and realized that something was wrong. He knelt on the ground without caring about his face, and said in a panic: "The servant has wronged this official, how dare I be disrespectful to the prince..."
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But how could Liu Jie let him speak?
Stopping him with a loud shout, he said loudly: "When the late emperor was here, he always praised the prince in front of our ministers, saying that the prince 'lived in a prosperous land and had close relatives, he was wise and wise, his nature was benevolent and filial, and he was kind and gentle.' I am delighted that the prince 'loves courtesy and is tireless, and is not lazy in learning'. He even believes that he should inherit the throne of China, lead the country and care about his heart, consult civil and military officials, and be respected by everyone.' ,forever "Consolidate for a hundred generations, and be loyal to all nations"! Now that the late emperor has passed away, he will inherit the throne and bring peace to the world! As a minister of the Tang Dynasty, you don't know how to stabilize the country. Instead, you have evil intentions and advocate the King of Jin's proclamation, confusing right and wrong, and referring to deer as horses. He deserves to be punished for his crime! Come and tie this animal up until I escort it to the Crown Prince, please punish him!”
"Here!"
The guards from outside the gate rushed in and pushed Li Yifu to the ground like wolves and tigers. They first took off his crown, then took off his sweat towel and tied his hands behind his back.
Li Yifu was so distraught that he struggled and shouted: "I know my mistake, but I have no disrespect for the prince. Please forgive me, my servant!"
Just now, almost everyone in the palace was talking about King Jin's statement, so why did he have to be captured? It was obvious that he was causing trouble! Besides, the King of Jin's message has already been circulated in the palace, and everyone is discussing it, so what's the big deal?
He had to take him down and take him to the Crown Prince, because he was using Li Yi's head as a bargaining chip to claim credit... All he had to do was say "I'll lend you my head"!
What an injustice...(End of Chapter)