Chapter 4910: Being disrespectful
Everyone has the desire to make progress.
No matter how indifferent and humble a person is, they are not exempt from vulgarity. They may not be as aggressive and striving for the top as others, but that's just a little bit.
Or perhaps when one's status has reached a certain level, in order to avoid having too much power and arousing jealousy, one adopts a magnanimous and humble attitude, revealing the wisdom of "it is too cold to be at high places" and "it is difficult to do so", and informing those who have the intention to do so. The coveted person "can take his place."
However, when one day it is about to be "replaced", the indifference, calmness, and humility of the past may not always be the same...
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At night, in the palace of King Han.
Fang Jun came to give gifts during the day, but King Han was not there, so he made an appointment to go over for a few drinks in the evening. Although it was a bit inappropriate, there was no need to worry so much between the uncle and the uncle.
The two were drinking and talking in the study. Princess Fang of Han Dynasty brought all her sons over to meet Fang Jun one by one. The little nephews received a few words of praise and encouragement from Fang Jun and left happily, while Mrs. Fang stayed and knelt aside, pouring wine and serving dishes.
Relatives gather privately, without strict rules for sharing meals. There are several exquisite dishes placed on a small table and two pots of boiled rice wine, and the atmosphere is very harmonious.
It's just that Mrs. Fang was a little embarrassed: "My second brother hasn't been here for a long time, but the banquet is so simple. It's really too slow to wait."
This younger brother is no longer the former Amen under Wu, with great military exploits and outstanding reputation. He has quickly advanced from "the first person of the younger generation" to "the first person in the current dynasty". Although there are still some shortcomings, the only thing missing is It’s just experience accumulated over time.
But it can't be like in the past when her mother's family was not yet married. If her brother caused trouble, she, the sister, would drag her over and beat her hard...
Fang Jun smiled and said: "Why should a family see each other outside? Such a homely gathering is the most relaxing and comfortable, much more comfortable than a magnificent palace banquet."
Mrs. Fang happily poured wine for the two of them. She liked the harmony of her family the most. Moreover, the reason why she had such a superior status in the King of Han's palace that even the King of Han gave her three points was because of her younger brother's protection. Compared with Compared to her father, who is an upright gentleman, her brother's style of "helping relatives but not taking care of others" obviously gives her more confidence...
The two siblings were chatting about everyday things, but Li Yuanjia was not in a good mood. He took a sip of wine, sighed, and waved his hand at Mrs. Fang: "The Chinese New Year is coming soon, and there are many times to get together. Princess, I will avoid it for now, I have something important to do." Talk to Erlang.”
Fang curled her lips and muttered dissatisfied: "You are so mysterious, you are still carrying me behind your back?"
But despite saying that, he still got up and left.
No matter how stubborn her mother's family is or how domineering her actions are, women should always leave a bottom line for men. They must know the right and wrong, know how to advance and retreat, make trouble when they should make trouble, and be obedient when they should be obedient...
When Mr. Fang exited and closed the study door, Li Yuanjia put down his wine glass and said in a deep voice: "What is going on between you and His Majesty?"
Fang Jun took a bite of food and asked curiously: "Why do you ask that?"
"Yesterday, His Majesty asked me to go to the Hall of Wude and discuss with me how to help you shoulder the burden. But there is no suitable position at the moment, so he said that he would make you a Taiwei... That is a Taiwei! One of the three princes! How taboo is it to hold such a high position with a surname? Even if it is a false title! However, your Majesty insists on going his own way and does not listen to my dissuasion."
Who were the "Captains" before this?
Yang Jian, the Taiwei of the Northern Zhou Dynasty, accepted the abdication of the Northern Zhou Dynasty and founded the Great Sui Dynasty; Li Yuan, the Taiwei of the Great Sui Dynasty, stole Guanzhong and usurped the Sui Dynasty and established the Tang Dynasty when the world was at war...
Your Majesty's insistence on granting Fang Jun the position of "Captain" is definitely not out of good intentions. No matter how greedy the person is, he knows that this location is a crater. If you sit on it, it will burn your buttocks, and it may be wiped out at any time!
"It's just a compliment, no need to make a fuss."
"I think so too... By the way, what happened between you and His Majesty?"
Li Yuanjia was puzzled by this. In terms of meritorious service, Fang Jun could be called Li Chengqian's arm and humerus. Whether it was his succession or the two consecutive mutinies, Fang Jun served as the "mainstay" to protect Li Chengqian. He said, "Renhe Chao." "The first meritorious service" is not an exaggeration. In terms of friendship, these two people trust each other and are compatible, but they don't know why it suddenly developed to this point.
The so-called imperial edict is not to reward merit, nor to trust and reuse, but to set Fang Jun up as a target to withstand the envy and jealousy of the civil and military officials of the dynasty.
The intentions are not cruel.
Fang Jun thought for a while and said: "It's probably a combination of various reasons. There must be some fear. Your Majesty is not Emperor Taizong. Because he doesn't have Emperor Taizong's literary, Taoist and military strategies, he doesn't have Emperor Taizong's magnanimity. Faced with this, Strong ministers do not think about how to motivate themselves In addition, there are also some deliberate attempts to paralyze the people in the clan and make them mistakenly think that Your Majesty is at odds with me, and then act boldly and radically... But now it seems that it may be a fake act. Really done.”
"Does it have nothing to do with the queen?"
Li Yuanjia's eyes were shining and his face was full of gossip.
He had heard a lot about the scandals between the beautiful queen and young powerful officials. Everyone was accustomed to the romance of the princess of the Tang Dynasty, but the scandals about the queen were rare...
Fang Jun was speechless: "It's all just lies. Who am I?"
Li Yuanjia clicked his tongue and sneered "ha".
Fang Jun: "..."
"Alas, these words are not what I said. I firmly believe in Erlang's character."
Fearing that the stick would go crazy, Li Yuanjia quickly explained and had to say something against his will.
In front of this brother-in-law, even if he is a prince, he has no status at all...
Li Yuanjia took the initiative to pour wine for Fang Jun and asked: "Do you accept this lieutenant?"
Fang Jun sighed and said: "Therefore, if a tree is beautiful in the forest, it will be destroyed by the wind, if it is piled up on the bank, it will be turbulent, and if it is higher than others, it will be wrong. How can I not understand these truths? However, these are not mine. Being low-key and humble can avoid the so-called "concentration in the pocket, but the end of the world". You can't hide your achievements and talents, and you will inevitably suffer jealousy."
These words were very arrogant and incompatible with the values of indifference and humility, but Li Yuanjia did not think it was excessive at all.
This is Fang Jun's status today. He is the most dazzling person in the entire Tang Dynasty. His talent, ability, achievements, and status are all top choices. How can such a person be humble and low-key?
Li Yuanjia said: "But we still have to express our sincere resignation to the two meetings first, and then reluctantly express our gratitude. This can reduce some criticism to some extent."
This is the mainstream value. Everyone knows that you are pretending, but you must do it. Yang Jian wished he could kill Emperor Zhou Jing and sit on the throne, but he still had to give in three times after forcing Emperor Zhou Jing to issue the edict on the Zen throne. Only then did he "reluctantly" proclaim himself emperor, change the Yuan Dynasty and establish the Sui Dynasty.
What you think in your heart is one thing, how you do things is another. This is Confucianism.
Fang Jun disagreed: "Why bother? It's disrespectful. Since His Majesty wants to be praised and killed, then as a minister, you should share your worries for the King. If you have the awareness to be a good target, you can simply accept the decree directly and express gratitude, so that those impeachments will come more easily. Be more violent.”
It's just that he was promoted to lieutenant, and it's not like he really had any objections. The so-called impeachment can't shake his foundation.
He would stay in this position for a few days, and when civil impeachment swept across the country, he would resign out of "sincerity and fear" and leave it to Li Chengqian.
After all, this so-called "Taiwei" is different from those powerful officials who have treasonous intentions. He is His Majesty"
"Sincerity and sincerity" must be given to him. He insists on going his own way and does not even listen to advice. When the time comes, he will take the opportunity to resign. The only one who cannot come to power is Li Chengqian.
"How did the British Duke react?"
This is what Fang Jun is most concerned about.
With Li Ji's qualifications, strength, status, and achievements, he is undoubtedly the "first person in the dynasty". No one can surpass him. Therefore, his image has always been "humble, low-key, and does not take power." , because no matter how low-key and humble he is, no one can climb on his head.
But now there is.
Even if this so-called "Taiwei" is just a false title, he is still one of the three princes!
How many people are given the false title of San Gong after their death, which is considered extremely sad and honorable, let alone when they are still alive?
No matter how serious the backlash is, this is the highest honor without compromise, probably second only to the posthumous title of "Wenzheng" for civil servants and the posthumous title of "Zhongwu" for military generals...
It was impossible for Li Ji not to care.
Li Yuanjia thought for a while and said, "Your Majesty didn't say much, but his face was a little ugly."
Fang Jun laughed and said: "It's really just a pretense. When Taizong was here, he acted like he was indifferent to fame and fortune, but when I invited him with the military reform, he joined in after some pretentiousness. Now His Majesty's "Taiwei" directly broke the defense... Anyone who is as high as Yinggong in Ya'an is not exempt from the common custom."
In Li Ji's city, it can be seen that his "face is ugly", which is enough to prove that his inner activities are so intense that they cannot be concealed.
But this is understandable. Faced with such an honor, who can really remain indifferent and calm?
No one can really escape from the Three Realms and be outside the Five Elements.
In the final analysis, no matter how noble you pretend to be, you are just a vulgar person wallowing in the vanity fair...
Li Yuanjia frowned and said: "You can still laugh? The Yinggong is not Liu Ji. Those people can only shout impeachment from the sidelines. If he is dissatisfied, you will be in trouble."
Therefore, His Majesty's move is tantamount to a conspiracy. A "Taiwei" put Fang Jun on the opposite side of everyone, and established countless enemies for nothing.
And when Li Ji, the "number one person in the court," is also dissatisfied, the trouble will be big...
Fang Jun poured wine for Li Yuanjia, and the two of them clinked glasses and asked, "What if Mr. Ying is also pretending to show off to others? He is good at everything, but he is too pretentious, and often seems a bit hypocritical."
Li Yuanjia was stunned for a moment, then shook his head and sighed: "You people really have a delicate heart with seven orifices. I pride myself on being pretty smart, but compared with you, I am no different from a fool. Alas." Above the court. True and false, what is true and what is false, how to distinguish?