Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

When Li Chengqian saw Xi Junmai's serious expression, his hand holding the wine glass paused slightly.

He was just following Du He's words and wanted to win people's hearts by marrying his subordinates off, but he had not yet decided which family to find a girl for Xi Jun.

When Li Chengqian saw the smirk on Du He's face, he knew that Du He already had an idea in his mind.

So Li Chengqian smiled and said, "Du He, do you have any suitable decent women to recommend to Xi Jun?"

"If there is a suitable girl from a wealthy family in Chang'an, I will personally go to your house tomorrow to arrange a marriage for you!"

Given Xi Junmai's personal situation, it is unlikely that people from the Five Surnames and Seven Families and the top aristocratic families in various places would look up to him.

And a girl from an ordinary small family is not worthy of Xi Junmai's current status.

Therefore, it is not an easy task to recommend a suitable match to Xi Jun.

Du He also guessed that Li Chengqian would let him speak, so he said with a smile.

"Your Highness, how about Cheng Ying, the second daughter of Duke Lu?"

"Cheng Ying was born to Duke Lu's second wife, Cui. He is only twenty-five years old. He is not only handsome, but also very talented."

"Besides, this Cheng Ying has very high standards, and she is still a virgin now!"

Although Cheng Yaojin looked big and strong, his second wife, Cui, was fair-skinned and beautiful, and Cheng Ying also looked a bit like his mother.

Although Cheng Ying did not have a stunning appearance, he was considered to be average.

When Li Chengqian heard that Du He had set his sights on Cheng Yaojin, his face lit up.

He slapped the table and said, "Duke Lu's second daughter is great. She is the perfect match for you!"

Duke Lu Cheng Yaojin is my father's trusted and beloved general, and his current power in the army is stronger than Li Ji and Hou Junji. He is a general with real power.

If Xi Junmai can marry Cheng Yaojin's daughter, the relationship between the Eastern Palace and Cheng Yaojin will become closer!

I really didn't expect Du He could think of this trick to strengthen his connection with Cheng Yaojin!

Li Chengqian turned to Xi Junmai and said, "Junmai, is the second daughter of Duke Lu worthy of your status?"

"If you think she is worthy of your status, I will go to Duke Lu's mansion with Du He tomorrow to help you propose marriage!"

When Du He heard Li Chengqian pulling him in as well, a speechless expression suddenly appeared on his face.

Just now Li Chengqian kept saying that he was the matchmaker, and now he was dragged into it.

Xi Junmai immediately clasped his fists and said, "Your Highness, if I could marry Duke Lu's legitimate daughter, it would be a great blessing for me!"

"Besides, Duke Lu is an important official in the court. Marrying his legitimate daughter would be beyond my reach!"

Although Xi Junmai was already the General of the Right Guard, compared with a big shot like Cheng Yaojin who had been rooted in the military for many years, he was just a rookie.

Establishing a relationship with a military leader like Cheng Yaojin would be of great benefit to his career.

"Okay!" Li Chengqian nodded, and then said with a serious face: "Then I will visit Duke Lu tomorrow and personally propose marriage to you!"

Xi Junmai knelt down and kowtowed excitedly, "Thank you, Your Highness, for your grace!"

Today is really a double happiness. Not only has His Majesty granted him military and political power over Si Shui Dao, but the Crown Prince and Du He have also planned a marriage for him.

Li Chengqian waved his hand and said, "Junmai, there is no need to be polite. Sit down and talk."

After talking about Xi Junmai's topic, Li Chengqian also told them the purpose of summoning them to the East Palace this time.

"Dingfang, Junmai, after you arrive at Liaodong Road and Sishui Road, you must firmly grasp the military power in your own hands!"

"Especially Dingfang, you need to send someone to keep an eye on Han Wang Li Yuanchang who is in Youzhou to prevent him from making any unusual moves!"

As the governor of Youzhou, Li Yuanchang was responsible for all administrative, judicial and military affairs of Youzhou, and had a high degree of administrative and military command authority.

Not only could he mobilize all the troops in Youzhou, but he could also recruit local people to join the army.

If Li Yuanchang joined Li Tai in rebellion, he would most likely take over Liaodong Road, Sishui Road and Jincheng Road as his rear base.

By then, Li Yuanchang will be able to attack and defend, and will become a major threat to the court.

Su Dingfang asked in astonishment: "Your Highness, is the King of Han planning a rebellion?"

Not only Su Dingfang was surprised, but even Xi Junmai and Xue Rengui had expressions of disbelief on their faces.

Putting aside the fact that King Han Li Yuanchang is a relative of the royal family, whether he would rebel for power or not.

Even if he is ambitious and wants to make himself king, does he have the ability to rebel?

When the Xueyantuo launched a massive attack on Youzhou, Li Yuanchang, a coward, ignored hundreds of thousands of civilians and secretly fled the city with his family.

With his cowardly look, how dare he rebel?

Besides, most of the soldiers in Youzhou are Cheng Yaojin's old subordinates. How can the half-baked King of Han really command those arrogant and powerful generals?

Li Chengqian lowered his voice and said, "I have received news that the King of Wei has secretly colluded with the King of Han and is plotting a rebellion!"

"At present, I don't know much about their conspiracy. I don't know who is following them and when they will start the rebellion."

"It just so happens that my father sent you to Liaodong. It was a mistake. You have to keep an eye on the King of Han."

When Du He heard Li Chengqian's last words, his pupils shrank slightly.

"Did Li Shimin really make a mistake?"

"Or is it simply to make up for Li Chengqian and avoid doing something wrong because of the Crown Prince's suspicion?"

"Or has he noticed Li Tai's little move?"

According to what Li Chengqian told him at the beginning, Li Shimin only appointed Su Dingfang and Xi Junmai as commander-in-chief, and did not let them take charge of military and administrative power.

But today at the court meeting, Li Shimin suddenly announced that the two of them would be in charge of military and political power.

Could this action of Li Shimin have a different deeper meaning?

Ever since Li You's rebellion, it was impossible for Li Shimin not to be on guard against the princes in various places, especially Li Tai, the prince who had committed treason and collusion with the enemy.

Du He racked his brains for a long time, but still couldn't figure out Li Shimin's intention.

“I’m still not capable enough!”

Du He sighed secretly.

Li Shimin, who can be called the greatest emperor of all time, is definitely one of the top emperors in all dynasties in terms of his imperial mentality.

Su Dingfang and Xi Junmai also understood the reason, so they both stood up and responded.

"I will obey your orders!"

The vast territory of Liaodong was conquered by their army of 100,000 men after more than half a year. How could they allow it to be encroached upon by two shameless villains, the King of Han and the King of Wei?

Besides, the King of Han does not have any powerful forces under his command, so it is not difficult to keep an eye on him.

Li Chengqian raised his glass and said with a smile on his face.

"Now that we have finished discussing the serious matters, let's eat and drink as much as we can. We must not leave until we are drunk today!"

"Du He is your mentor. Without his strong recommendation, I would not have been able to get your support. Everyone should toast him a few more glasses later!"