Under normal circumstances, it is not yet the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, and all government offices are on holiday and will not open until after the Lantern Festival. This time, Li Yuan summoned the ministers on the ninth day of the first lunar month, which is rare.
In the Linhu Palace, the prince, King Qin and other ministers and ministers were sitting in rows, while Princess Pingyang stood expressionlessly beside Li Yuan, who was in the first place.
Seeing the princess, the prince, and the King of Qin looked at each other, the former had no idea what was going on, while the latter had vaguely guessed something. Li Shimin thought to himself, with the third sister as a line, it would be really convenient for Li Shan to do things.
Thinking of this, Li Shimin turned his head and glanced sideways. The old Pei Shiju's eyes were cloudy, and his gaze also fell on Princess Pingyang. He knew in his heart that today was mainly discussing the victory of Jingzhou and the rewards after the Yuanzhou war, the most important of which was also at the same time.
The most troublesome thing is the coach Handan King Li Huairen, and now Princess Pingyang appears without hesitation, obviously to support the Handan King.
But the next moment, Pei Shiju's expression changed slightly, because Li Yuan mentioned in a hesitant and regretful tone... Handan King Li Huairen, the commander-in-chief of the march on Lingzhou Road, was injured and fell ill, and asked himself to return to the court to recuperate.
After a brief silence, Chen Shuda, the provincial minister under the sect, was the first to speak, "Your Majesty, I have not received a memorial from the King of Handan."
Generally speaking, memorials have to be reviewed by the minister before being submitted to the Zhongshu Province. However, Chen Shuda did not see this memorial. As he spoke, he glanced at Pei Shiju from the side, obviously suspicious of this colleague.
The reason is very simple. The only one who has the ability to do such a thing is another servant, Pei Shiju, and this one is attached to the East Palace, while Chen Shuda secretly goes to the King of Qin... The two servants are now on separate sides in the province.
The King of Handan holds most of the military power in Guannei Road, and he is an important figure that the East Palace and Tiance Mansion are trying to win over now.
Pei Shiju squinted his eyes and lowered his head slightly. It seemed like everything was calm, but in fact he was cursing in his heart... Not a son of man, not a son of man!
How could an old fox like Pei Shiju not guess what Li Shan was thinking... Controlling most of the troops in Guannei Road, Li Shan gave up such a position so easily. There may be reasons for this or that, but one thing is for sure, no matter whether it is King Qin
Neither Li Shan nor Li Shan would allow the army to escape their control.
The name Su Dingfang immediately appeared in Pei Shiju's mind.
While Pei Shiju was thinking about how to stop...not Li Shan, but Su Dingfang, he was thinking about Li Shan's intention of returning to Beijing, but he was certain that it must be aimed at the East Palace, or in other words, it must be aimed at himself.
Pei Shiju was still meditating, and Chen Shuda beside him kept talking, trying to advise Li Yuan not to change his generals before the war was over... His words had a faint flavor of the rumors he had heard some time ago.
Li Yuan did not explain immediately, but looked at Chen Shuda with admiration... Under his hint, the prime minister moved closer to the King of Qin, but in military and state affairs, he did not abandon the official position for personal reasons.
If the King of Handan is dismissed, no matter who takes over as the coach, if he can win, it will be okay. If he loses or is in a stalemate, then the King of Qin will have a chance to go into battle.
In fact, Chai Shao concluded that Li Shan had already joined the King of Qin for this reason, but he did not make it clear to his wife.
"Zicong is the leader." Li Yuan commented with a smile, and then explained: "Huairen braved the wind and snow, and went to Xiaoguan at night. He was wounded and sick, so he asked to return to the court to recuperate. Because the Turks spread rumors, he
He will send a message to Pingyang instead of going to Beijing with a memorial."
Chen Shuda glanced at Princess Pingyang, then at the expressionless King Qin, closed his mouth and sat back... He had privately mentioned to King Qin several times that he might be able to win over Handan, but King Qin refused to comment.
Pei Ji smiled and said: "Your Majesty, it was mentioned in the Longzhou Memorial that a few days ago there was a severe wind and snow in Yuanzhou, which is rare in the past years. Li Huairen personally led the army for three days and two nights. He was afraid that his vitality would be damaged and he would return to Beijing to recuperate...
No problem."
"Supervisor Pei..." Li Yuan's attitude towards this veteran minister was obviously different from others. He smiled bitterly and said: "The great victory in Jingzhou solved the crisis in Guanzhong, and Xiaoguan reversed the situation of the war on a snowy night. This tough battle..."
Li Shimin nodded and said, "What my father said is true. Huairen has conquered Jihu, and with Su Dingfang and Xue Wanche all leading the army, we should be able to successfully expel the Liang thieves."
In short, the bones have been chewed to pieces by Li Huairen, and the next step is to eat meat and drink soup, but everyone wants to face it... Whoever succeeds as the head coach will inevitably be stabbed in the back by someone in the back. This is a cheap one!
Pei Shiju twitched the corner of his mouth, yes, no one has the shame to take over the position of coach, but if it is Su Dingfang who was a personal guard of Li Shan... then it is logical, right?
Just as this thought flashed across his mind, Prince Li Jiancheng, who had been silent until now, suddenly said, "Father, Duke Zhao is worthy of the important task."
Li Jiancheng actually had no choice. Dou Gui had no friendship with him, and Li Shan, represented by Su Dingfang, was what he needed to fight for...especially in today's situation.
Li Shimin glanced sideways, his eyes collided with Pei Shiju's, a smile appeared on his lips, and he said casually: "Father, my uncle is a veteran."
Li Yuan has considered both candidates. In terms of qualifications, Dou Gui is obviously more suitable, and he is already the deputy coach, so it is natural to take over as the coach. In terms of military achievements, Su Dingfang has made great contributions in both battles, and also has a close relationship with Li Yuan.
Li Shan has a close relationship with Li Shan...especially when Li Shan invites himself to return to Beijing to recuperate.
Pei Shiju began to suspect that the previous rumors might have something to do with Li Shan. It was precisely because of those rumors that accused Li Shan of being self-respecting that he supported his troops, which led to the current situation... Even though His Majesty gave him brocade robes and horses, the King of Handan still
Unable to feel at ease, he had to resort to Princess Pingyang's tactful surrender of military power.
This is an attitude. As the emperor, Li Yuan experienced a great change in life and death only half a year ago. Li Huairen had a great contribution to the rescue... Li Yuan would inevitably feel indebted. Even if emotional factors were not considered, as the superior, he comforted the King of Handan.
It is also the proper meaning.
And to appease Li Huairen, what better proof could there be than to let Su Dingfang take over as head coach offside?
Pei Shiju carefully took stock of his opponent's methods of doing things. This interlocking method... indeed looked very much like that guy's handiwork.
Some of the ministers in the palace supported Su Dingfang, while others supported Dou Gui... The atmosphere was a bit strange. Of course, only Li Shimin and Pei Shiju could feel this strange atmosphere.
The King of Qin's side supported Dou Gui. After all, Li Shimin, his uncle, had participated in all the wars under his command, and the relationship was extraordinary; but the prince's side supported Su Dingfang... Pei Ji even mentioned that Su Dingfang followed Chai Shao in his expedition to Tuyuhun in the west.
In the eight battles, the generals who are good at using cavalry are best used in Lingzhou and Huizhou.
Even Prince Li Jiancheng asked about Princess Pingyang... In his opinion, this sister will definitely support him. After all, Su Dingfang and Li Shan are one and the same.
Princess Pingyang didn't say anything, she just glanced at Pei Shiju. If her husband guessed correctly... then this scene would be too funny.