The words "city gate official" sounded unusually harsh in Hou Junji's ears.

The majestic Tang Dynasty's Grand Duke, the first-rank official and the founding father sent him to guard the city gate.

This is to humiliate me, Hou Junji. Even though I am just a businessman, I am still sacrificing my life and blood for the sake of your country, Li Shimin.

And you ignored me, Hou Junji, and even belittled me as a city gate official.

Li Shimin, I am not done with you. In the future, don’t blame me, Hou Junji, for letting down my loyalty.

Hou Junji's face was gloomy and uncertain. Duan Hong, who came to deliver a message, saw Hou Junji's expression and left without saying anything to him.

Hou Junji's performance will naturally reach Li Shimin's ears. The specific step Hou Junji will reach in the future is beyond the control of eunuchs like them, but everyone with a discerning eye knows that Hou Junji is about to end.

Since there was no official decree, Hou Junji was furious and did not go on time, and Li Shimin also did not go. Cui and the two of them were in a stalemate.

Not many people knew that Hou Junji was assigned as a city gate officer, but Li Chengqian was the only one. He knew that he had to tell his confidant and military advisor Li Moyun.

After listening to Li Chengqian's narration, Li Moyun pondered for a while and clapped his hands and applauded: "Lord, this is a good opportunity for you to get involved in military affairs."

Li Chengqian: "???"

He had no idea what was good about it.

Li Moyun looked at Li Chengqian's expression and explained to him: "Your Majesty has good intentions for Hou Junji. Although the city gate officer does not have a big official position, the scope of his jurisdiction is also very small, but you must know that this is Chang'an City, the capital of the Tang Dynasty.

"The city gate of the capital"

Li Chengqian: "Military advisor, what do you want to say?"

Li Moyun: "My lord, this is your Majesty's test of Hou Junji. If Hou Junji performs well, he will be reinstated. I heard that Hou Junji did not go on time, which proves that he has resentment in his heart. If we can help him clear up his doubts at this time,

If you take the opportunity to win over him, you will most likely succeed."

This is what it turns out to be. Why is it so mysterious? Are all strategists like this?

"Well, what the military advisor said is right, then Military Advisor Lao will come forward. After all, with my status, I will be embarrassed wherever I go."

Li Moyun patted his chest and assured: "Don't worry, Lord, this matter is 100% certain."

Early the next morning, when Hou Junji was still sulking at home, Li Moyun came to the door with a greeting card from the Prince's Mansion.

Hou Junji's house is much cleaner than the previous two years, and the number of servants has also decreased a lot. Only a few long-term servants are left, and most of the others have left.

The huge mansion is a bit deserted.

When Li Moyun walked inside, he always felt as if he had entered an abandoned haunted house, with a strange atmosphere everywhere.

Hou Junji originally didn't want to see the guests. After all, he was assigned the position of city gate officer, which really made him feel bad. He also vowed to make Li Shimin look good, so the visit of Li Chengqian's people was a good opportunity.

Both sides have their own schemes. When they meet, it depends on who plots whom.

Li Moyun met Hou Junji in Hou Junji's study. Hou Junji was wearing home clothes, his face was a little fat, and his eyes were a little gloomy and fierce.

Seeing Hou Junji's appearance, Li Moyun was very disappointed. If he really had a second choice, he thought it would be best to change to someone else. Hou Junji looked like a lone wolf waiting for revenge at this moment.

"Li Moyun met General Hou." The reason why he did not call him the title Hou Junji was to prevent Hou Junji from thinking he was mocking him.

Sure enough, Hou Junji's expression softened a lot when he was called General Hou Junji.

"Sit down. I wonder why Mr. Li Moyun came to my house. Could it be that he wants to ask for an order to leave the house?" Although Hou Junji knew who Li Moyun was without leaving home, Li Chengqian's newly promoted counselor was young and promising.

, I haven’t been with Li Chengqian for a long time, and my achievements are not small.

Li Moyun reunited Li Chengqian's scattered supporters within a period of time, and also eased the multiple conflicts between Li Chengqian and the great Confucians of the time and the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty, Li Shimin.

The more important point is to bring Li Chengqian, who originally had the tendency of leisurely clouds and wild cranes, back to the regular path.

The only ones who were unhappy were probably Li Ke and Li Tai, who saw the duck that was about to enter the pot fly away.

Hou Junji's self-mockery allowed Li Moyun to detect a hint of dissatisfaction in it.

Sure enough, they were having a quarrel, so it would be easier to deal with them.

"My lord general, what you said is a bit out of context. What Mo Yun said may be a bit harsh. I wonder if your lord general is willing to listen to it."

Going straight to the point is actually the best way for people like Hou Junji. The more detours you make, the more suspicious you will be, and things will inevitably go wrong.

Hou Junji nodded when he heard Li Moyun being so direct: "Let's talk, Hou was born in the market and served in the army for many years. He likes to be straightforward."

Li Moyun: "Then let me tell you, the general did not go to the city gate to take up his post. This is out of anger and self-destruction."

Hou Junji frowned, and Li Moyun continued: "General, most of the situations you are in are achieved by yourself. As a Duke and a general, you must have a lot of money. Why do you participate in activities that stain your reputation?"

"Also, you are a general and the duke of the country is true, but you must also know that your majesty is no longer the king of Qin back then. The emperor has the majesty of the emperor. If you disobey your majesty in this way, wouldn't you be cutting yourself off?"

"More importantly, haven't you discovered what His Majesty's real intention is in making you the city gate official this time?"

, "Sir, please clarify."

Li Moyun smiled slightly and said: "The city gate officer may not seem to have a big official position, but this is the capital of the Tang Dynasty. Many princes, nobles and noble families live here, and it is also the face of the Tang Dynasty."

"Chang'an City is closed and locked every day for inspection, and individual people need to enter through the city gate at night. You also know how many tricks in Chang'an City have to be completed through the city gate."

"Such an important position only has a bad reputation. This is your Majesty's test for you."

"A test of your character and patience, and more importantly, loyalty"

After hearing Li Moyun's words, most of the congestion in Hou Junji's heart dissipated instantly, and he asked Li Moyun: "You mean that His Majesty wants to get back together with me?"

Li Moyun nodded with a smile: "I must get back with you, otherwise why would I want to find this special position? If I want to really silence you, it would be better to just abandon it and not worry about what anyone will say."

Hou Junji narrowed his eyes and began to think about the authenticity of Li Moyun's words. Li Moyun was also very patient. The matter was already open, so it would be better to wait for Hou Junji to see his reaction before making plans.

Hou Junji thought for a long time: "Yes, what you said does make sense. Thank you for clarifying my doubts, but I don't understand why you are willing to come for me, a person with such a bad reputation? I don't know that His Highness the Crown Prince needs Hou to do this."

What"

To be continued
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