Sure enough, the female official who delivered the food boxes to the brothers Li Chengqian died in a well the next day. There was also a pair of shoes placed by the well, making it look like she was committing suicide in fear of crime. Li Chengqian just smiled after hearing this.

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There are no birds in the forest. There are times when the guards around the emperor are bribed, not to mention there are so many female officials in the Sixth Palace. A female official like her who is on the edge can be bought by just using some tricks. It's nothing.

It's strange.

It was expected that Queen Changsun was not in a beautiful mood, so Li Chengqian specially asked the Crown Princess and Liang Di to pay their respects, but he really couldn't spare the time, because the Hejian Palace came to report early in the morning, and Li Xiaogong didn't have much time left, that's all.

It's been two days.

He holds the Bei Ya Forbidden Army, half of the main force of the Tang Army, which is a force that can destroy the world and turn everything upside down. If anything goes wrong, it will be a major event that shakes the earth, so Li Chengqian has to put down everything in his hands.

Regarding the matter, I rushed to Hejian Palace in a hurry.

Li Chengqian arrived late. Li Tai, Li Zhi, Li Yuangui, Li Yao, Li Gui and other clan members in Beijing had already arrived. Li Xiaogong not only had outstanding military exploits, but also had high prestige in the clan, so after hearing that he

If you are seriously ill, it is only natural for everyone to come and see you.

Under the guidance of Li Hui and Li Chongzhen, Li Chengqian came to the back room. In addition to Li Xiaogong who was lying on the couch, there was also General Li Jing who had been "sick" for a long time. He raised his hand to stop Li Jing who was about to get up. Li Chengqian also sat down.

On the slumped chair.

"Uncle, how are you? Do you feel better?" Li Chengqian looked at Li Xiaogong, who was still in high spirits and said with a smile. He understood that this was just a flashback.

Li Xiaogong and he were both rolled out of the mountains of corpses and rivers of blood on the battlefield. Life and death have long been taken lightly. There is no need to act like children like those outside.

"Pharmacist, do you see that the Crown Prince is different from those guys with mothers-in-law and mothers outside? He is open-minded, does not take pleasure in things, and does not take sorrow for himself. This is the handsome man who commands thousands of troops! Do you think so!" Li Xiaogong smiled.

He looked at Li Jing with his eyes wide open without even blinking!

"That's it, that's what Xiao Gong said. The Crown Prince's military exploits are at their peak, and no one in our Tang Dynasty can compare with him except His Majesty. I am deeply impressed by His Highness's ability to lead troops!" Li Jingfu

He brushed his gray beard and replied with a smile.

After hearing what Li Jing said, Li Xiaogong nodded in response, and then asked his two sons to take the commander's seal and military talisman from Beiya, and continued: "Your Highness, the Beiya Imperial Army is my Li family's property to look after my family and protect my life. Only

Leave it to you so that I can rest assured!"

"Uncle, I really have no time to lead the state affairs. Should I let the general or the King of Jiaodong take care of this job? They are all long-tested ministers of the Zhuguo. It is okay to leave it to them. Both the emperor and I can do it.

Relieved!"

As soon as Li Chengqian finished speaking, Li Jing who was standing next to him immediately threw down the walking stick in his hand, knelt down and kowtowed to Li Chengqian three times, and said in a deep voice: "Your Highness, the old minister is old and has lost his energy and blood. He is really unable to take charge of Beiya.

Moreover, His Majesty is on an expedition and the Tang Dynasty is facing national doubts. Your Highness should not abandon military power to avoid danger. I sincerely request Your Highness to take over Beiya!"

"Okay, okay, General, get up quickly. What's going on? My head is broken! Li Hui, help the General up quickly. Help the General go down and treat the wound. This wound is good for people who are in spring and autumn."

Slow down, it will be bad if it suppurates."

The expression on Li Chengqian's face was very urgent, and his words were a little panicked. He looked like he was anxious for his old minister. Li Jing also quickly thanked the prince for his kindness and walked out tremblingly with the support of the two brothers Li Hui.

Looking at Li Jing's back and then at Li Chengqian, Li Xiaogong shook his head and smiled: "Your Majesty is right, you are born to be an emperor! You can help Li Jing by yourself, but you don't.

Not only that, when you see Li Jing kowtow, his eyes are full of fierceness, and his whole body is filled with murderous aura. If he dares to nod, you will immediately dare to kill him, right?"

Haha, "Uncle, don't you say that to my nephew? Aren't there hidden swordsmen behind your screen? As long as the general nods, they will rush in immediately and cut him into pieces with swords. This is so amazing!

You should be grateful to Gucai for maintaining your friendship for decades!"

Li Jing and Li Xiaogong were good friends when they were young. They fought side by side since they became generals in the Sui Dynasty. They formed a life-and-death friendship for their entire lives. This is far beyond what outsiders can understand. But Li Xiaogong has always been a descendant of the Li family.

Without a king, he had to put aside personal friendships and put state affairs first.

There are many children of the Li family in the Beiya Imperial Army, but most of them are military generals with other surnames. These generals have followed Li Xiaogong for decades, but they have also followed Li Jing and have a great influence on them. It is difficult to guarantee that they will be in the army.

After his death, the country will be left without a master, and something he does not want to see will happen.

Although Li Xiaogong does not believe that Li Jing has any rebellious intentions, people around him will inevitably be taken advantage of by people with malicious intentions, especially the two prodigal sons who were just imprisoned by Li Jing. Will they do anything in my name? After all, they are being used by others.

The emperor named him.

Moreover, the emperor went to the mansion before leaving and told him that if Li Jing dared to peek at Beiya's military power, he should not hold back and kill him immediately to avoid endless troubles. Fortunately, this old boy was smart enough and did not dare to take the military talisman, otherwise they would

Decades of friendship were destroyed in one fell swoop.

"My uncle has done a great job and worked hard for the country. I don't want to say those high-sounding words to make you feel uneasy! After returning to the palace today, Gu immediately ordered Shu Sheng to recruit Li Hui as the Prince of Changping County and Li Chongzhen as the Prince of Nanping County. Then

Several minor ones all hold the title of Duke of Jin."

"Chongyi went on an expedition with his father and will not be able to come back, so he can only act as a filial piety and loyalty. This is what the Li family owes you.

But Gu guarantees that no matter what his military merits are after he returns to the court, Gu will upgrade the title he inherited from the county king to a prince. Gu will make this decision for his father so that my uncle can see that his descendants will be rich and honorable before his death."

After hearing this, Li Xiaogong nodded, and then replied: "Prince, eldest nephew, you still know my uncle's thoughts. This gift is really sent to my uncle's heart. Well, with this great gift, uncle

You can go on your way with peace of mind.”

"Prince, go back, go back to the palace. Your uncle has to be strong all his life. He doesn't want to be watched dying on the couch. That would be too embarrassing." After speaking, Li Xiaogong smiled and patted his hand.

Of course, Li Xiaogong's last request cannot be refused. After the official affairs have been handed over, he has to leave some time to warn his children and grandchildren. There are many children in the Hejian Prince's Palace, and they are all waiting eagerly. Li Chengqian should not do it because of emotion and reason.
Chapter completed!