In the short period of acquaintance with Li Xian, Li Qinzai cannot subjectively infer the good and evil of this person, but on the surface, Li Xian is indeed a gentleman. (Due to caching reasons, please visit the browser directly.\
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Perhaps because Empress Wu had a strong personality, her sons were relatively weak in character, and they were all well-educated. They were gentle and polite when talking to others, so they would not give people any uncomfortable impression.
This is true from Li Hong to Li Xian.
Li Xian may be a little different, but that's because he studied under Li Qinzai, and after being infected by Li Qinzai's character, he mutated and became a bit lively, naughty, and stupid.
If there was no person like Li Qinzai, and history would still follow its original trajectory, Li Xian would be the most miserable emperor in the history of the Tang Dynasty.
At this moment, Li Qinzai still had a very good impression of Li Xian. At least he was very particular about his words and did not act like a prince.
"It's natural for brothers to get together. How could I not allow it?" Li Qinzai said and ordered Buqu outside the hall to invite Li Xian from the school.
Li Xian showed a smile, bowed his head and said, "Thank you so much, Duke Li, for your support."
Then Li Xian said again: "Xian came here today for the third reason."
As he spoke, Li Xian looked at Zhang Daan who was eating and drinking in the hall, and said in a deep voice: "Daan, come here."
Zhang Da'an was startled, put down the delicious food in his hand, wiped his mouth, and then reluctantly walked to the center of the hall.
Li Xian saluted Li Qinzai again and said: "Xian heard that Zhang Daan and Duke Li had a conflict in the street the day before yesterday, and Zhang Daan always claimed to be my adviser. After learning about this, I was extremely angry..."
Staring at Zhang Daan fiercely, Li Xian said in a deep voice: "Zhang Daan, come here and apologize to Duke Li."
The corners of Zhang Daan's mouth tightened, and he stepped forward and bowed to Li Qinzai: "Mr. Li, I offended you the day before yesterday. I apologize to you. This matter was done by me alone. I will leave it to you to kill or cut into pieces, Mong. Li."
Li Qinzai looked at Li Xian and smiled but said nothing.
It's best to say less until you understand the situation. Li Qinzai wanted to know what Li Xian meant.
Seeing that Li Qinzai didn't say anything, Li Xian sighed and said with a wry smile: "Zhang Daan's misbehavior has hurt me. I know that even if I jumped into the Yellow River, I can't wash it away. No matter how I explain it, Duke Li will probably think that I am behind it."
Instruct..."
"But I, Li Xian, swear to God, I have never ordered Zhang Daan."
"Nowadays, the whole city is raging over the dispute over the appointment of a prince in Chang'an. Xian is at the center of the storm, and it is difficult to be alone. But since I was recalled to Chang'an, I have not done anything shameful."
Li Xian smiled bitterly and said: "The reason why Xian led Zhang Da'an to visit today is to clear up the misunderstanding with Duke Li. Li Xian behaves upright and does not bother to do such petty things. I hope Duke Li will learn from it."
Li Qinzai stared at Li Xian's eyes for a long time, then suddenly smiled: "I believe your highness."
Li Xian was startled and looked quite surprised.
After the conflict between Zhang Daan and Li Qinzai that day, Li Xian knew that the misunderstanding had become serious, and it was difficult to explain. Countless people in Chang'an City knew that Zhang Daan belonged to the Pei Wang camp. If Zhang Daan caused trouble, who would believe that Li Xian had nothing to do with it?
But Li Qinzai believed him. From the look in Li Qinzai's eyes, Li Xian could see that he was telling the truth without a trace of hypocrisy.
"Uh, you, do you believe it?" Li Xianzheng couldn't believe it now.
He also prepared a lot of explanations and defenses, and as soon as he started, people believed him.
Li Qinzai nodded: "I really believe it. Zhang Daan is Zhang Daan, and His Highness is His Highness. I believe what he did has nothing to do with His Highness."
"Uh, why?" Li Xian couldn't help but ask.
Li Qinzai thought for a while and said: "As the saying goes, appearance comes from the heart. I think His Highness has a good appearance, is kind and innocent, and his eyes are clear and stupid... Ahem, his eyes are clear. A person with His Highness's appearance must act calmly.
Be fair and won’t play tricks behind your back.”
Li Xian was stunned for a moment, then he bowed his head and said: "Master Li has a wise eye, and the wise should be regarded as confidants."
Zhang Daan next to him turned blue.
What appearance comes from the heart, doesn't it mean that I am uglier than King Pei?
Are ugly people born to do bad things?
That's too much!
He was full of dissatisfaction, but Zhang Daan did not dare to get angry. Deep down in his heart, he was already a little afraid of Li Qinzai and did not dare to provoke him again.
However, Li Qinzai and Li Xian became more and more speculative as they talked, and they soon felt that they were inseparable.
As for why Li Qinzai believed in Li Xian, it was not because of his few explanations.
In fact, Li Xian didn't need to explain at all, and he didn't even need to come to the door today. As early as that day after the conflict with Zhang Daan, Li Qinzai believed that this was Zhang Daan's fault alone and was definitely not instigated by Li Xian.
It's simple, because Li Xian doesn't need it.
There are so many rumors and rumors in Chang'an City, discussing behind the scenes the dispute over the throne, but there is an ironclad fact that many people just pretend not to see.
That is, Li Xian was recalled to Chang'an City by Li Zhi and Empress Wu personally.
At this juncture when the prince was seriously ill, Li Zhi immediately recalled the second-in-line heir to Chang'an. Doesn't this move explain the problem?
In terms of character, age, concubine birth, and ranking order, Li Xian is the undisputed choice to succeed the crown prince.
I believe that Li Xian is also very aware of the undisputed nature of his status. He only needs to stay quietly in Chang'an and wait for Li Zhi to formally issue an edict to establish the crown prince. Anything he does will be redundant and self-defeating.
How could he instigate Zhang Daan to offend Li Qinzai at this critical moment?
No matter how stupid you are, you wouldn't do this.
This is also the reason why Li Qinzai persuaded Li Xian to withdraw from the fight for the throne. Your brother is better than you in every aspect, so what are you fighting for?
A banquet was held in another courtyard, and the guests and hosts enjoyed themselves.
Not long after, Buqu led Li Xian to another courtyard.
When brothers Li Xian and Li Xian met, Li Xian cheered happily, quickly stepped forward and grabbed Li Xian's arm and laughed.
Li Xian also smiled and pinched Li Xian's face with both hands, pinching his face into the shape of a bun. No matter how hard Li Xian struggled, Li Xian refused to let go.
Li Qinzai watched the scene of the brothers meeting each other, with a smile on his lips.
It seems that the relationship between the two brothers is good, and they get along very closely. In contrast, Li Xian feels a bit alienated from the prince Li Hong.
There was nothing we could do about it. After all, Li Hong was the crown prince. In terms of status, he and Li Xian were both brothers and monarchs. The gap in status meant that the brothers could not joke and play without scruples, so the brothers gradually drifted apart.
Seeing that it was getting late, Li Qinzai persuaded Li Xian to stay overnight in another courtyard, and gave Li Xian a day off to chat with his brother all night.
In the fight for the crown prince, both Li Xian and Li Xian showed restraint, but the advisers on both sides made frequent small moves in private. Because of the fight for the crown prince, the two brothers must have had some grudges in their hearts. Taking advantage of the opportunity of the brothers meeting today,
The two of them just talked about it.
Li Qinzai didn't care who became the prince, but he liked the Tang dynasty and was sincerely willing to pay something for it.
He sincerely hopes that the transfer of power at the top level of the Tang Dynasty can be smooth and smooth, without any storms or waves.