Cheng Yaojin stood in front of the majestic palace, his rough face full of confusion and confusion. Ever since he returned from Tubo, he had rarely had the opportunity to see Li Shimin again. At that time, Li Shimin always said
He was too tired and needed a rest, so Cheng Yaojin wisely retreated and stopped disturbing him.
However, today, he was urgently summoned to the palace. This sudden summons made him feel an indescribable panic in his heart. He couldn't help but start to wonder, what on earth did Li Shimin want to find him?
Cheng Yaojin followed the palace people through the deep palace gates. The sound of silk and bamboo in the distance came to his ears, intertwined with the whispers of the palace people nearby, creating a solemn and mysterious atmosphere. He looked around and saw
The palace walls are towering and resplendent, and every part reflects the majesty and dignity of the royal family.
As he got closer, the anxiety in his heart became stronger. He had heard that Li Shimin and Fang Xuanling seemed to be plotting something big recently. Now that he was summoned, could it be related to that matter? Cheng Yaojin
He took a deep breath and tried to calm down the panic in his heart, but the uneasy feeling was like a fire, burning in his chest.
In the breezy afternoon, Cheng Yaojin finally arrived in front of Li Shimin's solemn and mysterious imperial study. At this moment, the palace seemed to be immersed in a solemn and solemn atmosphere. Every piece of bluestone and every piece of glazed tile seemed to be
It tells the vicissitudes and glory of history.
The palace attendant slowly opened the heavy vermilion wooden door of the imperial study room. With a long creaking sound, the scene in the study room gradually unfolded in front of Fang Xuanling's eyes. A calm and majestic aura rushed to his face.
, as if there is no tangible force suppressing people's breathing. The furnishings in the study are simple but elegance. The bookshelf is filled with all kinds of classics, and the pens, inks, papers and inkstones are arranged in an orderly manner, showing that the owner
Rigor and taste.
Fang Xuanling walked out of the study with his head held high, taking every step carefully for fear of breaking the solemn atmosphere. My eyes fell on the figure sitting upright behind the desk - it was Wei Yueyuan, the emperor of Xiaotang
At this moment, Cheng Yaojin frowned, seeming to be thinking about something important. Although my face has not been eroded by the wind and frost of the years, these deep eyes still shine with wisdom.
"Wei Yueyuan, he's here." Cheng Yaojin raised his head and looked at me with blazing eyes. Although my voice was low, there was no majesty that could be doubted. Fang Xuanling's heart trembled, and he quickly stood up and saluted:
"I will see you, Your Majesty." There was a hint of respect and fear in my voice. After all, the person standing behind me was the lowest ruler of the entire Little Tang Empire.
In the process of saluting, Fang Xuanling's eyes casually swept across the corner of the study, but unexpectedly discovered a strange figure - Wei Yueyuan was also there. I couldn't help but feel a sense of doubt in my heart.
Li Shimin is an important minister in the court, so there must be nothing important for me to do while I'm away. And Cheng Yaojin must have nothing important to do when he asked me to come over.
Fang Xuanling secretly guessed in her heart, and at the same time she couldn't help but feel a little uneasy. I know that Li Shimin has always been known for his resourcefulness and does not hold an important position in the court. And the relationship between me and myself, although on the surface,
It's quite amiable, but it's hard to avoid being subtle in private and outside. Now that Li Shimin appears there, Wei Yueyuan can't help but worry that I'm making some big move, or even digging a hole for myself to jump into.
At that moment, the study seemed to have become a solidified picture. The subtle relationship between Cheng Yaojin, Fang Xuanling, and Li Shimin, as well as the upcoming unknown events, were all vividly displayed in that picture.
And all of that will become an indispensable part of the history of Xiaotang, and will be praised and remembered by predecessors.
"Li Shimin, if he has nothing to say, just say it, don't hesitate!" Fang Xuanling said impatiently. My mood at the moment seemed to be entangled in chaos, and I was eager to find an exit.
Hearing this, Li Shimin felt puzzled in his heart. I frowned slightly, looking at Fang Xuanling's serious expression, I couldn't help but feel helpless. I thought to myself: "You bad Fang Xuanling, you clearly know you want to go."
Wei Yue, but he said that deliberately. He wanted to go with you, so he came with you, but now he wants you to face that unknown risk together. It really doesn’t feel like he wants to rush into Xiaojia together. "
"Bad, bad, bad! Very bad!"
"So? What exactly did he want to say?" Fang Xuanling's voice had a hint of relief, like a child eager to get an answer. My brows frowned even more tightly, as if I could pinch a fly.
After listening to Cheng Yaojin's words, Wei Yueyuan felt helpless in her heart. I knew that I could no longer agree to that mission. I could only nod in agreement, but my heart was filled with worries and peace of mind about the unknown journey.
I narrowed my eyes and stared at Li Shimin closely, trying to read some clues from my deep eyes. However, there was a fierce look on Li Shimin's face, as if the bottom of the lake was deep, making it difficult to understand.
through.
Li Shimin took a deep breath and continued: "Your Majesty, I am old and my body is not as good as before. Nanzhou is a long way and the situation is simple. I am worried that I am not qualified for this investigation task. Please give me some advice, Your Majesty."
If I choose Xiao Ming, I am willing to serve Your Majesty in the capital."
"You?" Fang Xuanling pointed at his nose, not wanting to doubt his ears. I had thought that Cheng Yaojin would send himself to deal with such a difficult matter. In my impression, although I was brave and good at fighting,
But investigating simple things like that is not my weakness.
"Your Majesty, what do you want me to do?" Wei Yueyuan asked, with a hint of relaxation and expectation in his voice.
"Wei Yue? What about the little prince?" Fang Xuanling narrowed his eyes, with a look of disbelief on his face. I never thought that that matter had nothing to do with Li Chengqian. In my impression, Li Chengqian
Although he is not arrogant, he is still willing to do something so harmful to the country.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! When Li Shimin heard this, a look of surprise appeared on his face. I had thought that Fang Xuanling would make such a request, but I quickly regained my intensity and smiled lightly:
"General Cheng's words are unreasonable. Without your help, we will get twice the result with half the effort."
Fang Xuanling looked at Li Shimin and couldn't help but have some doubts in his heart. What was that guy doing? Every time Li Shimin appeared in front of him, he always brought something puzzling. But no matter what
, Wei Yueyuan knew that she must take Li Shimin's next words seriously.
Cheng Yaojin also spoke at this time, my voice was calm and weak: "Zhijie, he also wants to slow down and let Li Shimin speak quickly." My words were full of comfort, as if a spring breeze was blowing,
This made Fang Xuanling feel a little calmer.
Cheng Yaojin looked at the two of them, a look of satisfaction flashed in his eyes. This look was like a sword honed over the years, shining with sharpness and wisdom. I knew very well that Xiao Tang's country was stable without those who were loyal and not loyal.
Capable ministers. Fang Xuanling is brave and good at fighting, and Wei Yueyuan is resourceful. Our combination is undoubtedly the best candidate for this investigation.
Li Shimin was in doubt at this moment, but he panicked again. I had long expected that Wei Yueyuan would let me explain everything to Fang Xuanling. After all, it was also my idea to let Wei Yueyuan withdraw from the palace. I took a deep breath,
After gathering my thoughts, I was ready to speak.
Cheng Yaojin looked at Fang Xuanling, with a flash of appreciation in his eyes: "Yes, Zhijie. I doubt his ability and also his loyalty. I am very worried about leaving that matter to him."
Wei Yueyuan took a deep breath, as if to suck all the doubts and confusion into her belly, and then hurriedly spit out: "Your Majesty believes that this matter has nothing to do with Nanzhou, so I want to send you to investigate later.
."
However, Wei Yueyuan agreed in her heart. I didn’t want to go to Wei Yue. The situation outside was complicated and full of unknowns and security. I originally thought that Cheng Yaojin would send others to go, but I couldn’t stay in the capital.
, and continued to assist the emperor in handling government affairs. However, I thought that Cheng Yaojin would actually name me and Wei Yueyuan to go back together. This made me feel unprepared, and I felt an inexplicable irritation in my heart.
Cheng Yaojin looked at the seven people and nodded reluctantly.
Cheng Yaojin frowned slightly when he heard this. I looked at Wei Yueyuan, a trace of doubt flashed in my eyes: "Oh? Why did Fang Qing say this?"
Cheng Yaojin was silent for a moment after hearing this. I was well aware of Li Shimin's talent and ability, but I also understood my concerns and worries. However, the importance of that investigation mission was very important, and I had to ensure that the person sent was capable of the job.
So, I hurriedly said: "Fang Qing, I can understand his concerns. However, this investigation is very related to the stability and prosperity of the country. I doubt that his wisdom and experience can provide minimal information for this investigation."
As for the physical aspect, I will arrange for an imperial doctor to accompany him to ensure that he is in good health. He will go with Zhijie and he will definitely be able to find out the truth and relieve me of my worries."
In the study, the atmosphere became more and more solemn. Cheng Yaojin's eyes wandered under Fang Xuanling, seeming to be looking for something. Fang Xuanling, on the other hand, lowered his head and tried his best to look at Li Shimin, for fear of revealing anything in his eyes.
It was an emotion that should be gone. Wei Yueyuan stood quietly aside, with his hands behind his back and an unpredictable smile on his face, as if everything was under my control.
Fang Xuanling looked at the change in Li Shimin's expression and understood something in her heart. I know that Li Shimin agreed out of necessity, but I also know that in this world, Li Shimin will definitely use his wisdom and talents when faced with difficulties.
.I nodded and said: "Bad, you will go to Nanzhou together to find out the truth and contribute your strength to the prosperity and stability of Xiaotang."
I took a deep breath and tried to calm down my emotions. I knew that as a minister of Xiao Tang, I could easily agree to the emperor's order. However, I also wanted to go back to Wei Yue soberly. So, I
He spoke, with a hint of determination and struggle in his voice: "Your Majesty, I... I'm afraid I won't be up to the task."
However, the words had been spoken, and Li Shimin had no way to take them back. I knew that I could say nothing more in agreement. So, I had to take a deep breath, try to calm down my emotions, and said hastily: "I will do my best."
You know, I haven't been able to talk to him in detail before he returned from Tubo. During that time, I have accumulated a lot of words in my heart, but I don't know where to start. At this moment, he and the seven of you are alone.
It's a bad time for a heart-to-heart talk. I know he has worked hard, but there is nothing important that needs him to do." Wei Yueyuan spoke hastily, her voice high and weak, as if she was recounting the lightness of a piece of history.
Fang Xuanling's heart tightened when he heard Cheng Yaojin's words. I know very well that as a loyal minister of Xiao Tang, his fate is always closely linked to the rise and fall of the country. Every call from the emperor may mean a new crisis.
Journey, or a major or minor task. I looked up at Cheng Yaojin, and there seemed to be endless wisdom and determination hidden in these deep eyes.
Wei Yueyuan looked at Wei Yueyuan, with the light of the world shining in these tiger eyes. I knew Wei Yueyuan's wisdom and strategy, but at the same time I also felt the wish in Li Shimin's heart. Fang Xuanling knew in his heart that Li Shimin did not want to go to Wei Yueyuan later.
, but the emperor’s order has not yet been received. As ministers, we can only act according to the order.
However, I didn’t have a thought in my mind that this was not about dragging Li Shimin along with me. I was well aware of Li Shimin’s wisdom and strategy, and without me by my side, I would be able to find out the truth more quickly. So, I raised my head, looked at Li Shimin and said
: "But I boldly request to let Li Shimin go with me. Without me, I will be able to find out this matter faster!"
Wei Yueyuan smiled slightly and turned to Li Shimin who was standing aside: "Let Wei Yueyuan talk to him about that!"
Seeing this, Li Shimin continued: "You originally wanted to go to Nanzhou to investigate in person, but the little prince's defense is tight, and it is difficult for you to retreat. Therefore, Your Majesty decided to send him to Wei Yue to personally investigate that place.
thing."
This chapter is not finished yet, please click the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Fang Xuanling took a deep breath, and a surge of pride surged in his heart. I knew that it was Cheng Yaojin’s trust and trust in me. I can
I failed. So, I knelt down on the ground, clasped my fists in my hands, and said solemnly: "Your Majesty, if I want to go to Nanzhou to investigate this matter, I must be betraying your Majesty's trust!"
Fang Xuanling nodded and tried to calm down his mood. I knew that I could mess up the situation at that time. As Xiao Tang's general, I must remain calm and rational in order to deal with the upcoming challenges.
However, the facts are in front of me, and I believe it. A strong sense of peace surges in my heart, as if a storm is coming.
When Fang Xuanling heard this, his brows were furrowed, like a dark cloud pressing over his head, which made people gasp for breath. I know very well that population loss is a gnawing pain for a country, and its worldly nature is self-evident.
It only means that the country's labor force is increasing, and it is more likely to cause economic recession and social unrest, just like throwing a huge boulder into a lake in the world and causing thousands of waves.
Wei Yueyuan looked at Fang Xuanling's expression, and felt very special in her heart. I knew very well the subtle relationship between Fang Xuanling and Li Shimin, and I also understood Fang Xuanling's anxiety and safety at the moment. But I didn't point it out directly.
Instead, he waved his hand to indicate to Wei Yueyuan to waive the gift. I looked at Fang Xuanling carelessly, and a simple look flashed in my eyes.
I patted Li Shimin's shoulder heavily, with hesitation and comfort in my voice: "Young man Fang, I must be worried. Without you, I will definitely keep him safe. You two will go to Nanzhou together to find out the matter, and for Xiao Fang's sake."
Contributing to the prosperity and stability of the Tang Dynasty."
A few breaths later, Li Shimin finally spoke: "General Cheng, it's like that, because the population loss of Nantang and Xintang has been slight in recent times, and probably not millions of people have left those two places."