Tiantang Splendid

Chapter 4071 Accumulation of energy
Li Xiaogong's big horse golden knife occupies the main position, even Da Zongzheng retreated to one side, at this moment his face was full of power and murderous, a pair of tiger eyes swept across the faces of all the clan's children one by one, the eyes seemed to be real, the hall was silent, no matter what Everyone felt an invisible pressure coming like a mountain.

No one is a fool, he understands that since Li Xiaogong gave up the Western Regions and returned to Chang'an at this moment, and summoned the clan to this Zongzhen Temple before returning home, it was clear that he was called to do so, just to suppress them, the royal relatives, and not to mess around.

Obviously, His Majesty's trip to change the reserve has reached a critical juncture, and he can issue an edict to depose him at any time, and then establish a new reserve...

The change of storage position means that the political situation of Datang is about to enter a new era, and the political structure will be rewritten accordingly.

But whoever doesn't want to follow the crowd, eat and wait to die, who doesn't want to seek further progress in such a turbulent time, or grab more power, and earn glory, glory, glory and wealth for themselves and for their children and grandchildren?
Although they are all descendants of the clan, but there are also relatives and estrangements. Junzi Zhize was killed for the fifth generation. If he can't stand out from the crowd of uncles and brothers with the help of Conglong Zhigong, who knows whether his branch will still be honored in three to fifty years? Enduring love?
There are not a few people who originally expected to use their brains and tricks in Yizhu, and even many people have already planned ahead and taken a step.

But facing Li Xiaogong's pressure at this moment, no one dares to do anything wrong...

As Da Zongzheng, the highest official position in the clan's name, Li Yuanjia naturally couldn't let the silence stand at this moment, and after pondering for a while, he thought about it and said: "We are all relatives of the royal family, and the prosperity of the empire is related to our own interests. To defend the empire with death, to be loyal to His Majesty, no matter when and where, as long as His Majesty orders, we will go through fire and water and die."

His prestige and meritorious service in the clan are not as good as Li Xiaogong, but the reason why His Majesty Li Er appointed him as Da Zongzheng to handle all matters of the clan is that he is tactful but able to stick to the bottom line. Distant houses are closely related and come and go frequently.

Naturally, it is also clear that Li Yuanjing is not the only one who has different ambitions. Even if the rest of them dare not blatantly seek rebellion, they have put a lot of thought into Yi Chu's matter.

Some people are still in the stage of planning and calculation, and some people have already put it into practice...

Regardless of the safety of the Western Regions, His Majesty transferred Li Xiaogong back to suppress the clan, which shows that he attaches great importance to internal stability, and with His Majesty's staunch character in the past, but now his violent mood, if someone continues to intervene in Yi Chu's affairs behind his back, it will inevitably set off a bloodbath. .

uncle?

brother?

In front of the imperial power, everything is nothingness. For the stability of the court and the stability of the reserve position, everything can be given up.

As Da Zongzheng, I don't want to see the fighting and killing within the royal family, and the blood is flowing, but I also know that all I can do is to express my attitude and remind me, and I can't control the rest, so I am inevitably worried...

Everyone also came back to their senses, and hurriedly expressed their loyalty with enthusiasm and loyalty in their words.

It is inevitable that each of them will put away their little thoughts, and secretly prepare for the future actions so as not to touch His Majesty's bottom line.

Your Majesty cherishes his reputation and cherishes his feathers, but Li Xiaogong, who has always been "self-defiled", has no such scruples. Once he strikes, he will definitely show no mercy...

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The interests of all parties in Chang'an City are entangled, and the situation is intricate. They are sometimes rivals and sometimes allies. Naturally, there are no secrets that can be kept for a long time.

The news that Li Xiaogong secretly returned to Chang'an immediately summoned the children of the clan to put pressure on him at Zongzheng Temple, and before dawn, he flew to the mansions of rich families and red walls like wings, which caused a great commotion...

Anyone who has the slightest bit of political sense knows that His Majesty Li Er has made up his mind that the Edict of Yi Chu may be issued at any time.

And Li Xiaogong's strong suppression made all parties wary, not daring to act rashly at this critical moment, they could only suppress the urgency for power in their hearts, and silently watched the changes in the situation.

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Some people can wait and see the changes, but some people can't. If they can't take the initiative at the critical moment, they will lose the opportunity in this power change.

King Li Zhi of Jin was as anxious as an ant on a hot pot in the mansion, sitting on pins and needles but he didn't dare to see Xiao Yu. Finally, at noon, a servant came in and delivered a letter, saying that it was sent by Song Guogong.Li Zhi hurriedly opened the envelope and took out the letter paper. The few words on it were in Xiao Yu's handwriting, and he asked him to meet at Niutou Temple in Fanchuan at midnight...

Li Zhi felt relieved, knowing that the critical moment had come, otherwise Xiao Yu, who has always been meticulous in his actions, would not have taken the initiative to ask him to meet him, so he hurriedly took a bath and changed clothes, ate a simple meal, sat in the study and waited for a long time until night fell. He was dressed in casual clothes and brought more than a dozen personal guards, put on coir raincoats and left the mansion through the back door, without disturbing anyone in the mansion.

He left the Mingde Gate in the south of the city with forged merchant documents and went straight to Fanchuan...

Rainy night, Niutou Temple in Fanchuan stands on the bank of the loess plain. The temple is built on the soil plain, with many houses. It overlooks the peaks in Zhongnan, green screens and mountains, overlooking Fanchuan, Daoqi vegetable town, and Xitao embankment. willow.

On one side of the temple is Jiulongtan, where mountain springs meander and flow down to form a pool. The spring water is sweet and inexhaustible.

In the apricot grove by the lake, there are several huts built by monks. Under the drizzle, dozens of warriors in black with arrow sleeves occupy important places and stand guard.

Candles were burning in the hut, and moist air with rain was blown in from the open windows, the candles were flickering, Li Zhi, Xiao Yu, Zhang Xingcheng, and Cheng Yaojin sat opposite each other, on a short table there was a stove, a A pot of clear tea, the sound of rain in my ears, and the darkness of the night.

Zhang Xingcheng held the pot and poured tea for everyone, Xiao Yu looked at Li Zhi with a serious expression and said, "Your Majesty summoned the King of Hejian County to return to the capital, can you tell His Highness beforehand?"

Li Zhi frowned and shook his head slowly.

He understood the meaning of Xiao Yu's words, if the father revealed something to him in advance, it was implying that he was likely to appoint him as the heir and make him ready; otherwise, he would be treated the same as the other princes.

The most worrying thing is what if the father reveals this matter to King Wei?
In this way, he will be completely at a disadvantage among Li Chu...

Zhang Xingcheng finished pouring the tea, put the teapot aside, turned his head and asked Cheng Yaojin: "What does Duke Lu think about this?"

Cheng Yaojin took a sip from his teacup, glanced at him, and said disapprovingly: "What can I think? Of course, only His Majesty's order is to be obeyed. Whoever His Majesty appoints as the reserve, I will swear allegiance to him. Why, Zhang Shangshu Is it possible that you still have to fight against His Majesty? Then I have to look at you with admiration."

Zhang Xingcheng choked for a moment, and smiled helplessly.

King Jin is at the side. Since we are here tonight, everyone will naturally place their bets on King Jin. Isn't it hypocritical to be so grandiose?

Unexpectedly, Li Zhi also looked at him, and said in a deep voice: "Lu Guogong's words are very true. This world belongs to the emperor's world, and it is the emperor's will to appoint who is the heir. Our servants can only follow the order, and we will not be judged." Don't have half a heart of disobedience, otherwise the world will not tolerate it!"

Zhang Xingcheng was stunned, blinked his eyes, and then he came to his senses, and hurriedly said: "What Your Highness said is very true, I dare not speak nonsense."

It is certain to fight for the reserve, but it can only be fought before His Majesty's order to establish the reserve is issued. Once the order is issued, the overall situation is settled. To fight at that time is to resist the order and disobey the order.

Of course, we have to fight no matter what, but in name we absolutely cannot say that...

Xiao Yu still looked heavy, looked at Cheng Yaojin, and said: "Tomorrow morning, you will have an audience with His Majesty, please lead the army into Beijing, it is not too late, otherwise things will change."

Cheng Yaojin sullenly sipped his tea slowly, without comment for a while.

Li Xiaogong's return to Beijing to suppress the clan means that His Majesty will soon promulgate an edict to abolish the reserve and establish the reserve, and the overall situation will be determined.At this time, I implore you to enter the capital to stay in the capital, firstly to test whether your majesty wants the king of Jin to be the heir, and secondly to put pressure on your majesty.

The factions of Shandong and Jiangnan are united in one place, even His Majesty has to think twice...

But is it really appropriate to do so?

He didn't want to be so deeply involved in the matter of establishing the crown prince, at most, he would show his favor to King Jin because of his inseparable Shandong status, but once he saw His Majesty and begged to enter Beijing, he would be crucified on King Jin's boat, in case His Majesty wanted it The crown prince is the king of Wei. Wouldn't his actions be against His Majesty?
The danger is great...

Xiao Yu stared at him, able to read his mind, and warned: "This matter is either one or the other. It may be difficult for Duke Lu to have both sides. Don't forget that the Guanlong Mutiny before, Duke Lu followed the order of the Shandong family to send troops Chunming Clan, that matter is not only the King of Wei's heart, but His Majesty may also be prejudiced."

Cheng Yaojin weighed it again and again, and sighed distressedly: "So, tomorrow I will see His Majesty."

Above the officialdom, the issue of position has always been the biggest issue. Since Shandong's identity cannot be cut off, it can only stand on this side.

Of course, a fool would put all his bets on King Jin's side and share weal and woe with him...

Xiao Yu looked at Li Zhi again, and said: "Tomorrow, the old minister will contact Chaozhong Qingliu, and together with the Shangshu, please ask Your Majesty to dismiss His Highness from the position of Minister of the Ministry of Military Affairs, and transfer him to Shangshu Sheng as the right servant of Shangshu."

Li Zhi cheered up, and said nervously: "Will the father agree?"

Xiao Yu shook her head: "Your heart is unpredictable, who knows? But no matter whether His Majesty agrees or not, this is His Highness showing His Majesty his heart. It is always a good thing to be proactive."

"Shangshu Pushe" is the deputy of Shangshuling, and His Majesty Li Er is still serving as the "nominal" Shangshuling, so Shangshupushe is actually the highest official of Shangshu Province.The grades between the left and right servants are equal, and they directly govern the six departments.But since ancient times, the left has been regarded as the most respected, so the left servant is responsible for the three departments of officials, households and rites, and the right servant is responsible for the three departments of soldiers, criminals and workers.

The current Shangshu Zuo Pushe is the British Duke Li Ji, but Li Jiping has always been clumsy and negligent, which is very dissatisfied by His Majesty. Once the King of Jin is appointed as the Right Servant, it means that His Majesty will allow the King of Jin to rule the government.

The meaning is extraordinary.

At the same time, he also took the opportunity to declare his strength to His Majesty. At this time, His Majesty must be aware of the support and strength that Prince Jin possesses, so that he can comprehensively consider the pros and cons of the ownership of the reserve...

Cheng Yaojin remained silent, and asked later: "What does Li Ji mean?"

Among the ministers of Zhenguan, he is the only one who is afraid of Li Jixin. Although this gentleman claims to be the banner of the Shandong family in the court, in fact, he has no deep entanglement with the Shandong family, and he cannot give orders to him at all.

And as the head of Zaifu and a giant in the army, Li Ji's position is enough to determine the ownership of the reserve...

　Who the hell is the big fish of Mariupol?

　
(End of this chapter)