Chapter 5006: Lifetime Ban from Examination
Even when he was furious, Li Chengqian held back. As an emperor, he could not control the military power, so he had to be humble and worry. He believed in Fang Jun's loyalty, but if the imperial power and military power collided directly, Fang Jun might not change his mind and support him. Another sensible and obedient emperor.
It may be difficult for Fang Jun to do it alone, but once he and Li Jikang are in cahoots, 80% of the empire's army will obey his orders, which can change the world.
Of course, it may not be without temptation...
Fang Jun sighed and said helplessly: "Why did your Majesty say this? Ever since Emperor Taizong wanted to depose me, I have stood firmly behind His Majesty, regardless of profit, reputation, honor or disgrace, and have a strong heart to support the emperor's uprightness. The rock never wavers even in the most difficult circumstances.”
At this point, he straightened his back and said with blazing eyes: "Your Majesty is the head of the empire and the lord of all peoples. I only have respect in my heart. How can I dare to ignore it? As long as your Majesty's orders are given, I always listen respectfully and resolutely abide by them." , never had any complaints.”
Some things can be tolerated, but you should speak out when necessary, otherwise others will take it for granted and be dismissive of your forbearance and dedication.
Li Chengqian's expression changed, and he naturally understood what Fang Jun meant.
There is no doubt that Fang Jun is the well-deserved "number one hero" of "Renhe Dynasty". Without Fang Jun's strong support, how could Li Chengqian be where he is today?
But how did he treat Fang Jun, the hero?
Continuously depriving him of his actual position and power, and giving him the title of "Taiwei" that seems to be honorable and unparalleled in the dynasty, but in fact he hangs it up high. Even though the navy and the left and right Jinwu Guards were created by him, he only gave them A false name for "temperance"...
Strictly speaking, as an emperor, he could not escape the reputation of being "mean and unkind" in his treatment of meritorious officials.
But from beginning to end, Fang Jun never complained. He had used his influence to reform and promote many aspects of the empire's military, economy, culture, etc. He was conscientious and selfless.
With such a hero, what else can you find fault with?
If there is, then it is just an illusory "powerful master" who has to be guarded against...
Exhaling softly, Li Chengqian looked a little annoyed. He put away his majesty as an emperor and expressed dissatisfaction more like friends: "You only think about your great achievements and loyalty to me, but have you ever thought that I am also loyal to you? You have so much trust and so much favoritism? Every time you give me advice, I never do it. To refute, it is not an exaggeration to say, "Just follow your advice." Throughout the ages, has any king ever treated his ministers with such trust? As for those powers and official positions, you may be a little aggrieved, but I ask you, if you and I were to change places, what would you do? How to do it? ”
Li Yun, who was lying on the ground, was almost frightened to death. His heart was pounding and he was covered in cold sweat. His subordinates were aggressive and his superiors repeatedly gave in to each other. He even said words such as "changing places"... These words are mine. Can the prince who is just eating and waiting to die listen?
If a quarrel breaks out later and His Majesty feels embarrassed, will he kill his younger brother?
Fang Jun spread his hands, with an innocent look on his face: "So our monarchs and ministers have to make concessions and understand each other, and jointly create the prosperous Tang Dynasty, which is destined to be remembered in history and be famous for eternity. Why is it that your Majesty is so harsh on me when he opens his mouth, and even says such cruel words?" Of Once those words are spread, I will certainly not be able to escape the reputation of being a "powerful minister", and your Majesty will also be misunderstood by the world as "indecisive and neglecting imperial power." Why bother? "
Li Yun almost cried. He covered his head and could no longer pretend that it didn't exist. He said in a trembling voice: "I didn't hear anything. If it spreads, it must have nothing to do with me!"
Li Chengqian slammed the table with a bang and shouted angrily: "Shut up!"
"Oh..." Li Yun covered his head tightly and did not dare to say a word.
Li Chengqian glared at Fang Jun, gritted his teeth and said, "Stop messing around in front of me. Is it because of these things that I'm angry with you?"
Fang Jun was confused: "Then what did your Majesty do?"
"Are you pretending to be confused with me?"
"I really know nothing, please make it clear, Your Majesty."
Li Chengqian's face turned red with anger: "Dignified Lieutenant, do you dare to do it or not? Do you dare to say that this man's false accusation of Dou Huairang has nothing to do with you?"
Fang Jun shook his head: "I really don't know. This matter is just an accident. Why bother to investigate further? Since His Highness Prince Jiang has committed a crime, he should be severely punished. He should be deprived of his title, imprisoned in the palace, and confiscated his salary...kill one to serve as a warning to others. Be a warning! ”
Li Yun could no longer care about pretending to be dead and shouted: "No!"
What did he hear? !
I just gave Dou Huairang a good beating, but the punishment was actually more severe than that of the pheasant slaves who rebelled?
Fang Er, your heart is dark!
He endured the pain in the back of his thigh, turned over and knelt down before the imperial case, with tears streaming down his face, and panic: "Your Majesty clearly knows that this matter is what Sizi asked for. She said that Dou Huairang was a man of few talents and a lack of knowledge, and that his reputation was not worthy of his name. No responsibility, not a good match , so I begged my brother to take action, which made the Dou family fearful and voluntarily give up the marriage proposal... Although my brother made a big mistake, he was only an accessory, not the mastermind. Why was he punished so harshly after he knew his mistake? ”
Fang Jun said: "Your Majesty, look, isn't the truth now revealed?"
Li Yun was so frightened that he just cried and did not dare to speak.
He had originally made up his mind to take the matter up his sleeve, sell a good job to Sizi, and be a good and loyal brother, but who would have thought that Fang Er was so vicious that he actually advised His Majesty to punish him like this? He knew that His Majesty almost never refuted Fang Jun's advice. As long as Fang Jun said it, His Majesty basically listened.
Deprived of his title, imprisoned in the palace, fined and confiscated... all he had to do was give him three feet of white silk and a glass of poisonous wine, and he would be treated the same as those vicious and treacherous traitors in the history books.
He wanted to carry it, but he couldn't...
Li Chengqian ignored Li Yun at all and said angrily to Fang Jun: "Although Jin Yang did this, ultimately the fault lies with you!"
Fang Jun was speechless: "Your Majesty, isn't this a bit unreasonable?"
"Let me ask you, where does this come from when Jinyang framed Dou Huairang this time and refused to get married?"
Fang Jun smiled bitterly and was speechless.
He never gave Princess Jinyang any promise, not even a hint. What does Princess Jinyang's wishful thinking have to do with him?
But after all, she has always regarded Princess Jinyang as her own sister and has a deep friendship, so how could she say such cold words?
"Bang!"
Li Chengqian slapped the table again and said, "You provoked Changle before, not only to make him commit himself to you but also to give birth to an heir. I can't bear it anymore, but you provoke Jinyang again. As an elder brother, what do you want from me?"
Fang Jun was speechless.
He has no desire to covet Princess Jinyang, and is happy to see her get married, but he still wants Princess Jinyang to find a husband who will make her happy in the future, right? If he just let Princess Jinyang get married in a hurry just because he was eager to get rid of this trouble, how could he bear it if the couple would be discordant and resentful for life in the future?
Then he said warmly: "I know that Your Majesty is worried about the marriage of His Highness Jinyang, but the more urgent this matter is, the easier it is to lower the requirements. If Princess Jinyang's life is not good in the future, how can Your Majesty feel at ease? Why not wait a while? Looking for a suitable candidate and waiting for His Highness Jinyang to change his mind, maybe he will be satisfied. ”
Seeing Fang Jun reveal his feelings, Li Chengqian's expression also softened, and he snorted and said: "Then how to deal with this matter? A son of a noble family was beaten in the imperial examination room, was expelled from the examination room, and was not allowed to participate in the imperial examination for three years. Please give an explanation to the Dou family and the government! It was Jin Yang who caused this. Please help me think of an appropriate punishment."
He certainly didn't want to offend Jinyang, otherwise the girl would only need to shed a few tears, and his brother would be helpless, and Fang Jun would have to do the evil.
Fang Jun looked surprised: "Why did your Majesty say this? It was His Royal Highness Prince Jiang who beat the person, and it was His Highness Prince Jiang who bore the torture. What does it have to do with Princess Jinyang?"
Li Chengqian's eyes widened, and he said that you have no desire to covet Jinyang, how could you be so partial?
Li Yun was sobbing on the side, and was shocked when he heard Fang Jun's words.
"...Hiccup!"
First he burped and felt relieved, then he raised his head and turned pale with panic: "Brother, brother-in-law, you can't do this!"
He even called out "brother" and "brother-in-law", which is to say that we are all a family. You know that Jinyang is the mastermind of this matter, but you turn a deaf ear and turn a blind eye. You have to put all the blame on me. Is this appropriate? ?
Where is the justice?
Where is the family affection?
Li Chengqian looked at the frightened Li Yun, pretended to hesitate, and asked Fang Jun: "Then what should we do with this guy? Deprive him of his title and imprison him in the house?"
Li Yun rolled around, hugged Fang Jun's thigh, and shouted: "Brother-in-law, save me!"
Fang Jun couldn't help laughing when he saw the tears streaming down his face. He deliberately followed Li Chengqian's words and frightened him: "King Jiang should know that the imperial examination is a national policy of the Tang Dynasty. Your Majesty has repeatedly issued orders that the whole country must pay attention to it and no one can interfere with it." Let alone wanton destruction, King Chiang openly beat the candidates in the examination room, which can be said to be a disregard of His Majesty's majesty and the national policy of the Tang Dynasty. If he is not severely punished, how can he maintain His Majesty's majesty and demonstrate the severity of the country's laws? "
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Just when Li Yun was so frightened that his face was green and his lips were white, and he was out of his mind, he waved his hands and said: "... In my opinion, King Jiang should be ordered not to participate in the imperial examination for the rest of his life. With such severe punishment, he warns those with evil intentions that the imperial examination The examination is sacred and inviolable!”
"Uh..."
Li Yun swallowed, a little stunned.
When I reacted, I was overjoyed.
This punishment is too harsh... for an ignorant and ignorant prince, it is simply a reward.
He quickly said: "This, this, this, you will not be allowed to take the imperial examination for life? It is really too harsh!"
"Get out!"
"Huh?"
"Get out!"
"Here!"
Li Yun was granted amnesty, and ran away without caring about the pain in his hip injury.
The so-called military sticks and imperial staffs, without the emperor's special instructions, which guard dares to really hit them hard? Therefore, Li Yun's injury looks serious, but in fact it is just a skin injury, and it does not hurt the muscles and bones at all...
Li Chengqian stood up and walked out from behind the imperial court, motioning for Fang Jun to join him and kneel on the mat in front of the window. He picked up the flint, lit the small stove, and boiled the water himself. His expression was very casual: "Come and have a cup of tea. It's been a long time since I sat together and chatted."