The reason why your father did not tell the world about this matter, but first released it to a small area in Chang'an City, was to test the attitude of us clan members and relatives. If no one among us objects, then if others object, your father I won't care either."
Li Xiaogong said with waning interest.
He had no opinion about Li Yuan's move, nor did he want to have any opinion.
Anyway, his power has been handed over, and no matter how much Li Yuan messes with it, it has nothing to do with him. "Having said that, isn't there something wrong with the timing?"
Xie Shufang pretended to be mute for a long time. Seeing that Li Yuanji, Li Xiaogong, and Li Shentong were about to lose interest in this topic, he quickly intervened.
The eyes of Li Yuanji and three others all fell on Xie Shufang.
Xie Shufang opened his mouth and said with an embarrassed look: "Did I... say the wrong thing?"
Li Shentong patted Xie Shufang on the shoulder and complained: "How could I have such a stupid son-in-law like you?"
Xie Shufang looked at Li Shentong in astonishment.
Li Shentong glared at Xie Shufang and said angrily: "What's wrong? What's wrong? If someone can't stand the loneliness and jumps out and makes some noise, will you have a chance to go on an expedition?"
Xie Shufang stared at Li Shentong.
Li Shentong pointed at Li Yuanji and then at Li Xiaogong, "Everyone of these guys knows that the time for selecting the saint is wrong, but why doesn't anyone stand up and write to the saint? It's because these guys are waiting for those who don't know. Anyway, the idiots will jump out. As long as those idiots jump out, these guys will be able to lead the troops and go to war. At that time, a lot of military merit will come. It is not easy to get promoted, make money and become a noble."
Xie Shufang opened his mouth, but he really didn't know what to say.
I bet everyone saw that Li Yuan chose the wrong time, but no one said it. The purpose was to wait for someone who was dissatisfied with Li Yuan to jump out, and then run over to gain military merit?
How can you pretend to be deaf and dumb just because you want to gain military exploits about such a big matter?
Li Shentong saw that his son-in-law understood the meaning of his words, but he had not yet understood the deeper meaning. He gritted his teeth and said: "You are no longer someone's wife, and you can't be so upright anymore. You did it for the court." At this time, you have to think about yourself. At present, our country is at peace within the Tang Dynasty, and all the enemies who can be regarded as our opponents have been eliminated by our country. In the future, if you want to gain military glory, you will not be so It's easy. So while the foundation of the Tang Dynasty has not been completely solidified, I must gain whatever military glory I can, otherwise I will have no chance in the future."
Xie Shufang felt that Li Shentong's words were a bit contrary to his own principles of life.
If it were Su Dingfang, he would definitely understand what Li Shentong said and digest it quickly.
But he just couldn't understand it and refused to digest it.
Seeing that Uncle Xie was not enlightened, Li Shentong yelled with all his hair and hair: "You don't want your and Huaide's sons to inherit only one marquis in the future, right?"
Uncle Xie stared in astonishment. It's not that exaggerated, right?
Seeing that Xie Shufang didn't believe it, Li Shentong glared and said: "Can you guarantee that you will not make mistakes in this life? Can you guarantee that Huaide and your future sons will not make mistakes? If you don't get more credit now, if you make mistakes in the future, how can you save your life? ?Your title? Your title is enough to withstand several serious crimes?"
Xie Shufang looked at Li Shentong blankly, completely falling into silence.
Li Yuanji wanted to tell Li Shentong in a bold and shameless manner that merit is merit and fault is fault and cannot be compared.
But he didn't say it out loud.
Because he knew very well that if he dared to say what he thought was right, he would definitely be called a fallacy by Li Shentong, and he would definitely be despised by Li Xiaogong.
After all, this is a humane society where the emperor is respected.
There are countless things that lose justice and fairness in this society.
If many people in later generations think it is truth, it is likely to be Miao Lun in this society. Li Shentong taught Xie Shufang a good lesson with his own experience and lessons.
It can be seen that Li Shentong still has high hopes for Xie Shufang, his son-in-law. "Uncle Wang, are you trying to train Uncle Xie to become a person like you?"
Li Yuanji asked with a smile. Li Shentong rolled his eyes and said nothing. The power field is not a kind place, it can eat people.
If a person as upright as Xie Shufang doesn't learn to be more diplomatic, he will die miserably.
Li Yuanji had no interest in interfering with Li Shentong's education of his son-in-law. He looked at Li Xiaogong and asked with a smile: "I heard that a sexual incident happened in Chang'an City recently?"
Li Xiaogong was just stunned for a moment before he understood what Li Yuanji was talking about. He also understood the purpose of Li Yuanji asking him to come to Jiulongtan Mountain. When Li Shentong heard the word "erotic affairs", he also had some emotions. interest.
Li Xiaogong couldn't help but said, "Are you talking about Sima Bingshi of Tiance Mansion?" Li Yuanji smiled and nodded, just about to speak.
I heard Li Shentong cough twice and said: "I know this. It is said that this guy named Sima was old and could not satisfy his beautiful concubine, so that the concubine was dissatisfied with her desires and hooked up with the man in the house. The steward also secretly told the steward some of the secrets he told under the bed, and then the steward spread the word. Now the whole family named Sima has been arrested, and not even a dog is left."
Li Xiaogong nodded and said with a smile: "Yes, it is now widely spread in Chang'an that you must take concubines according to your ability. If you are in poor health and cannot satisfy the desires of the concubine, then it is better not to take them. Otherwise, you will not only have to help others raise their sons." , my family might even have to ride in."
By the time he said it at the end, Li Xiaogong was already laughing out loud.
This kind of being cheated by concubines is not uncommon in Chang'an City, and similar things happen from time to time.
After all, in this era, men who have money, power and leisure can love the one from the age of fourteen or fifteen to eighty or ninety, and they can take it home and hide it. Get up and play.
The problem is that if you have too much fun and don’t know how to maintain your health, you will no longer be able to do it when you reach a certain age.
Some concubines who are still young and dissatisfied with their desires will naturally seek help from the able-bodied stewards and servants.
Once you come and go, you will naturally be exposed.
Chang'an City was the capital of the Tang Dynasty. There were many men with money, power and leisure, so naturally there were more such things.
Li Yuanji laughed for a while and suddenly said: "I heard that this soldier had a history of joining the army. The reason why he was arrested was because he had something to do with Yang Wenqian's rebellion."
The smiles on the faces of Li Xiaogong and Li Shentong disappeared all of a sudden. Li Xiaogong said without leaving a trace: "What exactly do you want to say?"
Li Shentong mused: "It seems that you really don't know some things."
At this point, he rolled his eyes and said angrily: "Then you were still trying to trick me before."
Li Yuanji said funnyly: "You came to me to inquire about the news before. I told you the truth and I didn't make any lies with you."
Li Shentong looked disdainful and didn't believe Li Yuanji's words.
Li Yuanji looked at Li Xiaogong and continued: "I want to know why my eldest brother's luck suddenly became so good."
Li Xiaogong was obviously stunned for a moment.
Li Shentong also said in astonishment: "I thought you wanted us to help you remove Du Yan when you mentioned this matter."
Li Yuanji smiled calmly and said, "Do you all know about Du Yan?"
Li Xiaogong curled his lips and said, "Ling Jing, who lives in your house, ran to Du Yan's house several times without concealing it. It's hard for us not to know."
Li Yuanji nodded and said with a smile: "I can't hide this from others, and I never thought about hiding it from others." Anyway, Li Shimin didn't care about Du Yan. Du Yan was only recruited to Prince Qi's Mansion after he was abandoned by Li Shimin. of.
It's not a ploy, and there won't be any direct conflict with Li Shimin. There's no need to be secretive. "Yes, you and I should act openly and openly."
Li Shentong spoke confidently and unintentionally. Li Yuanji didn't bother to pay attention to Li Shentong. That's not what you and your son-in-law said just now.
"Cousin, why do you think my eldest brother's luck has become so good? Not only did he get through the difficulty of raising private soldiers, but now he is about to catch my second brother?"
Li Yuanji looked at Li Xiaogong and asked.
Li Xiaogong said suspiciously: "Your second brother didn't clean up the finishing touches himself, and someone caught him. Is it so strange?"
Li Yuanji said without hesitation: "My second brother is not a vegetarian, and the people in my second brother's house are not vegetarians either. They have never been at a disadvantage in front of my elder brother before. Now they are at a disadvantage twice, you Don't you feel something is wrong?"
Before Li Xiaogong could speak, Li Yuanji added: "Also, because of raising private soldiers, my eldest brother lost two close advisers one after another. My second brother only lost one Du Yan. Logically speaking, I The eldest brother's strength should have been weakened, but my second brother's strength has not changed at all. My eldest brother is facing off against my second brother, so he should be no match for my second brother. But now, my second brother is at a disadvantage."
Li Yuanji made his words as clear as possible.
Li Xiaogong and Li Shentong looked at each other and immediately understood what Li Yuanji meant.
Li Yuanji was telling them that although Li Jiancheng lost two of his closest advisers, he should have been replaced, and the new advisers were more capable than Wang Gui and Xu Shimo.
Otherwise, Li Jiancheng would not be Li Shimin's opponent, let alone seize Li Shimin's leverage.
Li Shentong said thoughtfully: "I remember that when Xiuning returned to the court, it seemed that Ren Gui also came back. Ren Gui is a capable minister that your father personally sent to your elder brother, and there are several people under his command who are not very capable. He is a secular figure. If he takes over Wang Gui or Xu Shimo's position, he should be able to help your elder brother save some situations."
Li Yuanji pondered and said: "I'm afraid Ren Gui's words alone are not enough."
Li Yuanji knew Ren Gui well. He was indeed very capable and the people under his command were also outstanding.
But it is simply impossible for Ren Gui and the people under Ren Gui to suppress the group of outstanding people in Prince Qin's palace.
Li Xiaogong seemed to have thought of something, and suddenly looked at Li Yuanji and Li Shentong, and said in a deep voice: "I'm afraid Duke Zan is back. Only he can help your elder brother reverse the current situation and give your elder brother some upper hand."
