Chapter 4252: Pull you on board
Li Chengqian and Cen Wenwen looked at each other, thought about it carefully, and both felt that this was a good idea, so they agreed unanimously.
Fang Jun didn't look arrogant at all, but became more and more humble. In fact, although this method was stable, it was not very subtle. How could Li Ji and Cen Wenwen not think of it with their wisdom?
It's just that Li Jicen can hide his clumsiness and guard his stupidity to avoid unnecessary suspicions, but Fang Jun can't. After all, his interests have long been tied to Li Chengqian.
Li Ji seemed to feel the slight dissatisfaction between Li Chengqian and Fang Jun. He coughed lightly and added: "Who should be chosen to serve as deputy general at Xuanwu Gate? In addition, some things are unlikely to happen even if they have not happened yet, but necessary precautions are taken But there must be.”
Cen Wenwen nodded and said: "That's exactly what it should be, especially the precautionary measures."
Fang Jun said: "Brother Jingyang has learned a lot about Tongming, and is round on the outside and square on the inside. He can be the deputy general of the Xuanwu Sect."
Li Ji's face darkened, feeling displeased.
Because the "brother Jingyang" mentioned by Fang Jun is the name of Li Zhen, the eldest son of Li Ji...
It was obvious that Fang Jun was just taking revenge for forcing him to express his plan against Li Daozong. Revenge really didn't last overnight.
Cen Wenwen stroked his beard and looked at Li Ji's ugly expression. He suddenly felt relieved in his heart, but his face was full of sighs: "Li Jingyang is the best among the younger generation because he is both civilized and military. It's just that these heroes you love so much for your son." It is a pity that such an outstanding person can be released at home, fearing that he will make a mistake in his official career. I just wonder if he can release the unicorn in the house and be loyal to the country in times of crisis."
Since you have repeatedly wanted to stay out of the situation and watch the fire from the other side, this time not only will you not be able to escape, but your whole family will also have to be involved.
Seeing an old fox like Li Ji reap the consequences, Cen Wenwen felt a sense of clarity in his heart...
After all, Li Chengqian was a kind man. Seeing Li Ji's ugly face, he couldn't bear it and said, "The eldest son of Duke Ying has been ill all year round and has weak muscles and bones. Duke Ying is deeply affectionate and loves him so much that he should be taken care of. He is the candidate to serve as deputy general at Xuanwu Gate." Choose someone else.”
Although he was extremely dissatisfied with Li Ji for staying out of the matter before, he was already on his side now and it was hard to push him too hard.
Fang Jun nodded and looked at Li Ji with an apologetic look: "I am being abrupt, but the current situation is unpredictable. I want to find someone who is loyal and has the status to be the deputy general of Xuanwu Sect so that the King of Jiangxia will not firmly oppose it. It’s really difficult. I can’t think of others for a while, so I hope you won’t blame me.”
Mother! Li Ji almost spat in this guy's face. Considering what you said, what else could I say?
He had no choice but to say in a deep voice: "Quizi has little talent, little knowledge, and little ambition. Therefore, I have not dared to let Quanzi enter an official career in these years, lest he be too ambitious and harm others and himself. However, since the Duke of Yue recommended it and Taifu Cen approved it, how can I refuse? Let Quanzi Join the Xuanwu Sect and serve. If you don’t do well and delay the military opportunity, I will bear the consequences.”
He is not an arrogant person, but he is extremely confident in his eldest son's abilities. The reason why he has not been allowed to enter the official career is that he has been ill all year round and has many internal diseases, which has led to shortness of breath and weak energy. Especially as the spy who monitors Li Daozong, a slight oversight can lead to big mistakes.
But at this point, if he continues to refuse, I'm afraid that no matter how good Li Chengqian's temper is, he will lose his temper. At this critical moment when the imperial power is turbulent and the society is unstable, only Li Siwen comes out, and the rest of the people sit aside. It depends on success or failure, right?
The consequences are so serious that even with Li Ji’s achievements, status, and strength, he would never dare to bear it...
But what I have to say is that, putting aside other factors, Li Zhen is indeed the best candidate for Xuanwu Sect's deputy general based on his background.
Li Chengqian said happily: "In that case, it's Jingyang's fault."
He was willing to see Li Ji tied to himself as the emperor in any way. After all, with Li Ji's current status, Fang Jun still couldn't compare with him, especially his prestige and influence in the military.
But he was convinced that in time, Fang Jun would surpass Li Ji and become the number one person in the Tang Dynasty military, inheriting the mantles of Li Jing and Li Ji. By then, it would not matter what Li Ji thought, did, and stood.
He is willing to give the distinguished veteran a dignity, a lifetime of glory, and kindness to future generations. It is also a good thing to write a good story about the monarch and his ministers together, but if they really have to part ways, he will not feel embarrassed because of it...
Li Jigong said: "It is the duty of a humble minister to be able to relieve His Majesty's worries."
After the matter was agreed upon, Li Chengqian asked again: "So, how to prevent problems in the bud?"
Li Jidao: "Of course we will send troops directly into the city and stay in the Wei Palace."
There are currently about 5,000 imperial guards in the Taiji Palace. Such a small number of troops is not enough to withstand the possible surprise attack from the Xuanwu Gate. However, it is not difficult to station more than 10,000 soldiers and horses in the Taiji Palace. It is not difficult to mobilize another 5,000 elite troops. Only by entering the palace can you be sure.
The question is which general and which unit to transfer. Even Li Daozong is not trusted now. Who else can be trusted more than Li Daozong?
Li Ji and Cen Wenwen looked at Fang Jun together.
Fang Jun was stunned for a moment, then he spread his hands and said, "It's not that I don't want to face the difficulties and work hard. It's really that I have no generals or soldiers under my command. How can I take on such a big responsibility?"
Emperor Taizong deprived him of the official position of General Youtunwei. He was not even the Minister of War. How could he have any soldiers under his command? The navy under his command is still thousands of miles away, so we can't let him be stationed in Taiji Palace and Suwei Palace as a bare commander.
Li Ji was obviously prepared, and without thinking, he said: "Although the Youtun Guards are now under the command of Li Daozong, all the troops in the army are your old troops, especially Cheng Wuting's troops, who are powerful and loyal, and can be transferred to the palace. , you will be in charge of guarding the palace.”
Fang Jun shook his head and said: "Since the safety of Xuanwu Gate has become the top priority, strict defense must be carried out both inside and outside Xuanwu Gate. If the troops of Youtun Guard are dispersed, the inner border defense of the palace will be empty and the hidden danger will be too great."< br>
He couldn't understand Li Ji's intention for a moment. Did he want to take advantage of the situation and split up the Youtun Guards?
Li Ji said: "Chai Zhewei's defeat was a heinous crime. Since Your Majesty has forgiven his crime and allowed him to serve his crime, he will definitely serve the king at all costs. With him reorganizing the left guard outside Xuanwu Gate, and Gao Kan leading most of the right guard, Enough to protect the outside of Xuanwu Gate.”
Cen Wenwen nodded directly: "Yes."
As a civil servant, he was naturally at odds with military generals. Although I didn't understand what Li Ji was thinking at this moment, since there were differences within the military, he should go with the flow and go with the flow. There was absolutely no reason to object.
Li Chengqian looked at Fang Jun with hope: "Do you think it's possible?"
In both the government and the public, the only person who could gain his unreserved trust was Fang Jun. He was naturally willing to see Fang Jun lead his troops to the Tai Chi Palace to guard the palace and protect his safety.
Looking at Li Chengqian's eyes, Fang Jun could only nod his head and said: "We are willing to die for His Highness!"
After all, he fell in love with the old thief Li Ji. When he settled in the palace, he was trapped in the palace. Naturally, he could not control the court situation and changes in the situation outside. Li Ji could issue orders without any hindrance and completely restore the holy family that he had lost by watching the fire from the other side. , sweeping more benefits born from this war into the bag.
From this point of view, Li Ji had expected that he had just recommended Li Zhen to serve in the Xuanwu Sect, and even causing his dissatisfaction was deliberate.
What a wily and scheming person...
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Li Ji acted very resolutely, and Li Zhen had already arrived at Xuanwu Gate in the afternoon to report on what he had decided in the morning.
Li Daozong led his subordinate Wen Wu to receive the order from the Xuanwu Sect. After the eunuch who delivered the order left, he stood up and looked at Li Zhen and smiled. The meaning in his smile was unclear, and he said lightly: "Your Majesty, are you willing to let Da Lang become an official now?"
Li Zhen had a handsome appearance and good temperament. Hearing this, he smiled slightly and said respectfully: "At present, the rebellion is rising and the country is unstable. We, like the king of Jiangxia County, should do our best to serve your majesty to stabilize the country and protect justice. Shuo, how dare you continue to roam under Linquan and be protected by your teacher?”
Li Daozong nodded and said: "That's very good."
Said to the commander, Shi Dao: "Bring General Li in."
"Here." Chang Shi responded and bowed slightly to Li Zhen: "General Li, please."
Li Zhen saluted Li Daozong: "I will say goodbye now."
"Yeah."
Li Daozong hummed, and looked at Li Zhen following Chang Shi to the barracks for induction. He narrowed his eyes slightly, turned around and looked at the inner gate opposite the Xuanwu Gate, as if his eyes could penetrate the thick city gate. See the magnificent and solemn Tai Chi Palace behind...
He naturally understood what His Majesty's purpose was in sending Li Zhen to serve as a deputy general by his side. It was not just surveillance, but also advice. As long as Li Daozong was safe and guarded the Xuanwu Gate to ensure the safety of the Taiji Palace, no matter what happened in the past, he would be able to do so in the future. All can be written off.
But if he is stubborn, he will have to avoid Li Zhen before raising troops. This is obviously impossible. Since he cannot avoid it, he can only put Li Zhen under house arrest or kill him to prevent the news from leaking. As Li Ji's eldest son, once Li Zhen If he died in the Xuanwu Sect and died in the hands of Li Daozong, then the two parties would definitely have a deep hatred and become a fire and water.
It can be regarded as a disguised form of completely binding Li Ji to the emperor's ship...
Li Daozong withdrew his gaze, and walked up the steps to the Xuanwumen City with a heavy heart. He stood in front of the arrow stack and overlooked the left and right garrison camps below the city. The left garrison camp was in chaos, and they were defeated near Xinfeng. Chai Zhewei escaped the severe punishment of the military law and was recruiting soldiers, repairing ordnance, and reorganizing the army. However, he was so ambitious and talented that he was so ambitious that even if he had the strength of a guard, it would not be a big concern.
On the other hand, in the Youtunwei barracks on the other side, Cheng Wuting was gathering his soldiers, who were about to enter the Taiji Palace from the Xuanwu Gate to guard the palace. The deployment of personnel, the transportation of baggage, and the assembly of soldiers were all in order. It can be seen that Gao Kan's talent was several times better than that of Chai Zhewei. more than.
But after all, Youtunwei was Fang Jun who took over Li Daliang's army. Even though it was reorganized and a recruitment system was implemented in the army, and blood was exchanged from top to bottom, the old army structure could not be easily erased. After all, there were still It is impossible to clarify how many of Li Daliang's team members remained, how many of them insisted on the duty of a general unwaveringly, and how many of them had been bribed by Gao Kan and others.
You can know the whole leopard at a glance. This is true for the Youtun Guards, and the same is true for the situation in the entire court. Who can know how many civil and military ministers and aristocratic families who keep respecting the new emperor have different aspirations?
Victory or defeat is yet to be decided. (End of chapter)