Chapter 4892 Heavy Snow in Liangzhou
Li Daoli was startled by Li Shenfu's sharp gaze, and hurriedly explained: "It's not that my nephew wants to find out something, but it's really a serious matter. I have been unable to sleep at night and have not been able to eat well these days. I am not satisfied with the arrangement of my uncle." I don’t know why, so I feel worried. My uncle just thinks I’m talking nonsense.”
"The arrow is on the string and has to be fired, so why should a good nephew cause trouble?"
Only then did Li Shenfu look away, took a sip of rice wine, and said slowly: "It's not that I don't trust you. The more confidential something is, the less people know about it. As the saying goes, 'If something is not kept secret, you will lose your identity.' You should Understand that even if you can’t influence the military, it’s better to know less.”
Li Daoli nodded, feeling resentful in his heart.
Even his son died, but he was not regarded as a true confidant by Li Shenfu. This shows that even if something big is possible, he may not be able to reap the expected benefits.
However, he also knew that Li Shenfu was cunning and cunning. Since he didn't even know which army he had secretly contacted, it was even less likely for outsiders to know. The more confidential it was, the higher the chance of success.
"It's my nephew's fault. From now on, I will only obey orders and follow orders and prohibitions."
Li Daoli originally wanted to ask when it would be launched, but seeing Li Shenfu being secretive, he gave up the idea.
As of today, he has already boarded Li Shenfu's ship and cannot get off. Instead of worrying about this or that, it is better to obey Li Shenfu's orders honestly and risk everything to make great achievements. Not only can his title be further improved, but also with " "Cong Long Zhi Gong" stands above the court and holds great power.
He has really had enough of the life of an idle prince. He seems to be noble and wealthy forever, but in fact he is always humble and humble. He lives with his tail between his legs for fear of being spotted by the imperial censor and causing misfortune. In the end, no one cares about a captive clan. .
How can a man be without power for a day?
Li Shenfu glanced at him and felt that although Li Daoli was lacking in talent and unstable in temperament, in the end he was loyal to him and had never disobeyed him, so he should be given some comfort: "You don't have to worry, the preparations for all parties are almost completed, and the launch of the The day is just after the New Year's Day, so be prepared. You may not need to carry a sword into battle, but you must help me stabilize the clan."
Li Xiaoyi didn't give an accurate word, and was obviously wavering. He might even be acting as a covert act, so after the incident, he couldn't just rely on Li Daozong to comfort the clan. After all, Li Daozong was difficult to control, and although Li Daoli was ambitious and talented, his seniority was there after all. , his subordinate is also quite capable and can be regarded as a good helper.
Li Daoli was in high spirits: "Is your uncle ready?"
It is now more than two months before the Chinese New Year, and it will only be three months before the end of the year. The big event that has been planned for a long time is finally put on the agenda. It is inevitable that I feel nervous and excited at the same time.
Li Shenfu is as stable as Mount Tai: "The arrow is on the string, ready to go!"
"Okay!" Li Daoli fisted his fist and gritted his teeth: "How virtuous is Li Chengqian's son? He dares to steal the throne of the king? For Li Tang's plan, we must work hard to bring order to the chaos and create a foundation for the Tang Dynasty to last forever!"
Li Demao, who was sitting next to him, pursed his lips hard and tried to control his turbulent emotions.
Although his father has repeatedly claimed that the rebellion was not for the purpose of seizing the throne, when the work is completed, his father's prestige will inevitably skyrocket. Wouldn't it be natural to aspire to the throne with his unparalleled achievements?
By then, he will be the crown prince!
Moreover, my father is over seventy years old and has only a few years left to live, so wouldn’t I...
Li Demao felt his mouth was dry, so he poured himself a glass of wine and drank it all in one gulp. The warm wine went down his throat and made his whole body feel hot.
Drunk and ready to get drunk.
Li Daoli also took a sip of wine and asked: "If something big comes true, who does your uncle think can succeed you as the king?"
Li Demao perked up and his ears perked up.
Li Shenfu frowned and scolded: "What nonsense are you talking about? We are revolting because His Majesty is cowardly, perverse and violent, and is not qualified for the position of Emperor of the Tang Dynasty. However, although the Emperor can be deposed, the Crown Prince is still Now, the Crown Prince of the East Palace will naturally inherit the throne! The Tang Dynasty’s orthodoxy cannot be confused. How can you and I make the decision?”
Li Demao's enthusiasm suddenly cooled down. He didn't understand. Since Li Chengqian was about to be deposed, why did he still care about a baby prince who was less than ten years old?
Li Daoli immediately understood the meaning of Li Shenfu, nodded repeatedly, and said: "The words of the uncle are reasonable. The Tang Dynasty is orthodox and the inheritance is orderly. This is the way of heaven and cannot be blasphemed."
orthodox?
As long as orthodoxy dies or is abolished, how can there be orthodoxy?
Since the Xuanwu Gate Incident, there has been no orthodoxy in the Tang Dynasty!
The throne of the Tang Dynasty is "occupied by those who are capable". Whoever can ascend to the throne is the orthodox!
Judging from this, Li Shenfu has made up his mind to cut off the Li Chengqian lineage. Even Emperor Taizong's other heirs may not have a happy ending. The inheritance of the Tang Dynasty throne will probably have to choose another lineage from within the clan.
And using this as bait, why worry about the clan not flocking to it?
Li Shenfu smiled slightly, holding the pearl of wisdom.
Li Demao's dream was shattered and he couldn't help but ask: "Although His Majesty is not very talented and mediocre, he is not a fool. Why do you always turn a deaf ear and ignore it even though you know that there is a lot of rebellion in the clan?"
Li Daoli glanced at the disappointed look on Li Shenfu's face and explained on his behalf: "It's not that His Majesty turned a deaf ear, but that His Majesty didn't want to bear the reputation of 'slaughtering the clan'. To this day, the so-called 'rebellion' is just that. Everyone is talking about it in private, but there is no evidence. Otherwise, as long as the "Baiqisi" detects a little bit of evidence, how can we still sit here and enjoy the snow and drink without any harm? "
After a pause, he looked at Li Shenfu with admiration and admiration: "My uncle kept the matter of contacting the military secret, even if His Majesty is so mad with hatred, it is all in vain!"
The Tang Dynasty has never been "convicted for words". Could it be that the elders of the clan complained that "Your Majesty does not look like a human king" and then they were arrested and punished for "the serious crime of treason"?
Although the identification of "treason" is very strict, after all, the clans are different.
Therefore, as long as Li Chengqian is not willing to bear the reputation of being "unsympathetic" and "slaughtering the clan", he can only find conclusive evidence to convict him.
If you can't find any evidence, you can only let it go and do nothing.
Who asked you to advertise tolerance and benevolence?
Only then did Li Demao realize that he would not dare to ask his father about these things at home. At this moment, Li Daoli solved his confusion and said with emotion: "Your Majesty is pedantic, and you can bully him!"
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There is heavy snow in Guanzhong, but the mountains and rivers on all sides and the passes stand side by side, blocking the cold air from the far north, so there is no biting and raging cold wind, and it is not cold even if it snows.
Liangzhou.
In Guzang City, heavy snow is flying and the north wind is strong.
Cheng Yaojin, who was wearing a leather robe, sat in front of the stove, drained the wine in one gulp, wiped the wine stains on his beard, exhaled a white breath, and cursed: "Grandma, you are such a bear, what kind of dog day weather is this? If you go out to urinate, you will freeze into a stick. It is really not a place for people to stay.”
The cold air from the far north blows from the south, blowing across the vast desert and raging over the Great Wall, and then all the way south to the foot of the Qilian Mountains. Therefore, the Hexi Corridor has a sunny climate and abundant rivers in summer, but it is extremely cold in winter.
Niu Jinda, who was sitting opposite him, was nestled in a chair covered with animal skins. He even wore a felt hat on his head. The usually murderous general was like a country landlord at this moment, drinking a small drink calmly and using his words from time to time. He cut a piece of meat from a roasted lamb leg with a knife and stuffed it into his mouth, chewing it loudly.
Hearing Cheng Yaojin's complaint, he said disapprovingly: "Why don't you just urinate in the house? We have been partners for a lifetime and know the basics, and we will not deliberately laugh at you because of some physical shortcomings."
"What?!"
Cheng Yaojin's eyes widened in disbelief, and he said angrily: "Lao Niu, when did you learn to be so shameless? I have physical deficiencies? Grandma's bear, the reason why I am more capable than you is not just because I am braver than you on the battlefield. , I have more ideas for leading troops in battles than you do, and it’s because I’m so talented!”
Men, don’t worry about whether it’s okay or not, never let anyone say no.
Niu Jinda took a sip of wine and rolled his eyes: "Okay, okay, okay, are you okay?"
Immediately he sighed and muttered: "Can you do it? I haven't counted yet? It's ridiculous to deceive yourself..."
"Wow, you bully me too much, old cow! Come on, let's compete now, and whoever is shorter will be chopped off with a knife!"
Cheng Yaojin jumped three feet high and reached out to untie his belt.
"Hey, hey, you are also the Duke of the country and the commander of the army. Can you be more polite? You are eating, why did you take out that insect?"
"Chonger?! Mom, have you ever seen such a energetic, mighty and domineering insect?!"
"Okay, okay, you're energetic and domineering, okay? Be short and sharp!"
"Mother!"
Cheng Yaojin lost his temper and jumped over and kicked the chair over. Niu Jinda was unable to dodge and rolled to the ground.
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A pair of old guys quarreled for a while, then sat down around the stove again. Cheng Yaojin took a sip of wine, took a bite of the mutton handed over by Niu Jinda, and sighed: "It's extremely cold in Hexi this winter. This time It’s been snowing for two days and it’s not over yet. The Yellow River is frozen and the roads are blocked, so we can’t use troops at all.”
He made a mistake and was sent to Liangzhou by His Majesty to monitor An Yuanshou who was stationed in Fanhe. However, Cheng Yaojin had no intention of staying in Guzang City as a "supervisor" and had already found out about it. An Yuanshou always flirted with and came into contact with the remnants of the Turks in the desert. He was waiting to catch An Yuanshou in action, then launch a fierce attack to uproot him, and then return to Beijing to resume his life.
He believed that the reason why Li Chengqian placed him in Liangzhou must be for this purpose...
Niu Jinda shook his head and said: "Don't worry about An Yuanshou for now. We are in Guzang City, so don't get killed by the An family." The An family has been operating in Liangzhou for several generations and is deeply rooted. It is not difficult to rush into the military camp and kill the commander, but it is not difficult to secretly do some tricks to make Zuo Wuwei tired of dealing with it.