"Brothers, have you thought about your own future?"
After hearing Fang Jun's words, the hall fell silent for an instant.
Although they are all noble sons, these people are either the eldest sons of the family, or their fathers are deceased. How can they achieve anything just by relying on the inherited titles? As long as there is even the slightest bit of ambition, it is impossible not to care.
future.
A real man cannot live without power for a day.
Nowadays, the struggle for the throne in the court has become more and more intense. The prince has finally stabilized the throne in the past few years. The kings of Wei and Wu gradually gave up the fight for the right to inherit the throne. However, the king of Jin suddenly emerged and even got the favor of His Majesty Li Er.
The acquiescence made the position of the prince suddenly uncertain.
Change means opportunity.
Although some people are wise to protect themselves in the face of such rapids and stay out of factions, fearing that a wrong bet will lead to a disastrous outcome, there are still some people who regard this as an opportunity to rise, take the initiative to stand in line, and do their best to support their goals, just to reap the rewards after victory.
Rich fruits.
Until now, although the King of Jin has the tacit approval of His Majesty Li Er, the prevailing trend in the court still favors the crown prince being able to retain his position and inherit the throne in the future. After all, the crown prince today is no longer superficial as he was a few years ago and cannot withstand the slightest storm.
At that time, with the full support of Li Ji, Xiao Yu, Fang Jun and other big bosses, it would be difficult for the King of Jin to seize it against his will.
Qu Tuquan took a sip of wine, put down the cup, looked at Fang Jun with stern eyes, and asked in a deep voice: "What are the rules for Erlang? You might as well draw a path. Our brothers will definitely follow Erlang. Brothers are united, and other
Cutting off gold, let's fight for wealth together!"
His father, Duke Qu Tutong of Jiang, died early, and his family title was inherited by his eldest brother Qu Tushou. He had nothing to do and was idle. If the family were to separate in the future, he would be able to get some land and money, so he could live without worries. But if he wanted a future,
Then you have to fight it yourself.
What better future could there be than following Fang Jun?
Everyone has been playing together since childhood. In the past few years, Fang Jun has risen like a comet. He has risen through the ranks and has become a great minister like his father. In addition to envy, there is more trust in his heart.
Fang Erlang values love and justice, and if you follow him, you will definitely have a good future.
Fang Jun shook his head and said solemnly: "Everyone is well aware of the current situation in the DPRK. In the future, it will be the crown prince who will ascend the throne, or the King of Jin will be reversed. No one dares to guarantee it. This kind of taking sides is really risky.
Great, if you win, you will get a good harvest, but if you lose, even if your life is not worried, your life will probably be idle and there will be no future. We are brothers and share the same feelings, but when it comes to our own future, we should not worry about it.
Be emotional. Even if we each have our own masters in the future, our feelings will not change. There is no need for you to have scruples because someone is on the side of the prince, or to follow someone's footsteps for the sake of face. As long as you think carefully about it.
, even if we support King Jin, we are still good brothers."
He wanted to give everyone a chance to be reused by the prince, but this kind of thing should not be done emotionally, let alone because we are all brothers, we have to support the prince like me, otherwise the brothers will turn against each other. This is not helping brothers, but kidnapping.
What's more, like Qu Tuquan and Cheng Chubi, although they are not the only son in the family, their political stance still has a serious impact on the family. It is impossible for us to do the same just because you, Fang Jun, support the prince.
Each family has its own position and its own plans. Who can be sure that the prince or the king of Jin will be 100% able to become the crown prince and successfully ascend the throne in the future?
The risk definitely exists, and I cannot tie everyone up to follow me just because of brotherly feelings.
Cheng Chubi, who was silent on the side, suddenly said: "Erlang, do whatever you say, I will follow."
Fang Jun had a dark look on his face.
Mother!
You can follow me until the time comes, but have you ever asked your father when you got home?
Your father, that old fox, is just a loser. He will support whoever has the advantage, and he can still stand firmly on the winning side!
In history, Li Zhi rebelled and took the throne and became the emperor. Many nobles in the court were implicated and suppressed. For example, Changsun Wuji and others were disgraced and the whole family suffered. Even though big bosses like Li Ji died a good death, they also suffered from death.
His descendants have been burdened with his whole life and his reputation has been ruined, but Cheng Yaojin has always stood firm. His family has been honored and he has rested with his country.
Now I support the prince with all my strength. In your father's opinion, this is simply stupid behavior. Who should be the emperor? As long as you stand on the side with more chances of winning at the critical moment, why risk such a big risk with your wealth and future?
risk!
Cheng Chubi's personality was a little dull, but he was definitely not stupid. He actually saw what Fang Jun was thinking and said: "Victory, defeat, life and death are not something to be afraid of. I just want to fight side by side with you, Erlang."
Fang Jun pursed his lips and said nothing, but he was very moved in his heart.
These are the brothers who share weal and woe and trust each other with their lives...
Qu Tuquan also expressed his position: "My eldest brother is a no-brainer. He will not get involved in the fight for reserves, let alone which side someone is on. As Chu Bi said, we are brothers and we should work together.
Let’s fight together and create our own future!”
Li Siwen sighed and praised: "If I can fight side by side with my brothers, why should I fear life and death? I didn't say anything, even if my father breaks my legs, I will still fight with my brothers!"
Zhang Xiangxiang was even more direct: "How to do it, just tell Erlang, no matter what, you will obey."
Unlike these second sons and concubines, Tan Guogong Zhang Gongjin has been dead for many years, but Zhang Xiangxiang, as the eldest son, has succeeded to the title of Zou Guogong. He is considered an alternative among the "waste brothers", but because of this, he can completely give it to him by himself.
Make your own decision.
Although Zhang Xiangxiang has three brothers, the Zhang family is very thin. His father, Duke of Tan, Zhang Gongjin, is the only child of their family. Although he has made great military exploits following His Majesty Li Er, he has been dead for many years now. This holy family member
He also gradually became indifferent, and the family glory was no longer there.
Zhang Xiangxiang seems to be easy-going, indifferent and easy to talk to, but he has a lot of ambition in his heart. How can he tolerate the gradual decline of the Tanguo Duke's mansion, which was once so glorious in the past, and fell within two generations?
At worst, it is just an inconspicuous Duke title. If he can fight for it, he will copy his father's glorious glory, and then live for a few more years, and he can make Weizhou's Zhang family famous for a while, and generations of descendants will be like this.
Benefit.
Well worth it.
Of course, the most important reason is because of his trust in Fang Jun...
Everyone expressed their opinions one after another, and Li Siwen couldn't help but ask: "Erlang, what are the regulations? Why don't you come up quickly? Don't show off."
Fang Jun raised his glass and everyone drank a glass of wine together.
Putting down his wine glass, Fang Jun just said: "You must be well aware of the current situation in the DPRK. The fierce competition for reserves has affected the deeper situation. It can be said that Chang'an today is a big firecracker, all relying on
His Majesty's prestige is so intimidating that we can stay safe and sound, but the undercurrent hidden under the water has not disappeared. On the contrary, it has become more and more intense. Sooner or later, it will completely explode."
Although these people are usually a bit dandy, they are not idiots. Wen Yan was all startled, and Zhang Daxiang said in horror: "Is it possible that the 'Xuanwumen Incident' in the ninth year of Wude will happen again?"
At that time, Prince Li Jiancheng set up an ambush at Xuanwu Gate in order to eliminate His Royal Highness the King of Qin, who was becoming more and more prestigious and powerful. He tried to capture and kill His Highness the King of Qin when he entered the palace to avoid future troubles. Unexpectedly, His Highness the King of Qin had already seen the fire clearly, and actually
He instigated the rebellion of Chang He, the guard of Xuanwu Gate. When Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji were full of confidence, they turned against each other and killed them in one fell swoop, claiming the throne of emperor.
Nowadays, the crown prince and the King of Jin are competing for the heir apparent. The situation is almost the same as that of the past. It would not be surprising if it eventually triggers a "Xuanwu Gate Incident"...
Fang Jun hurriedly shook his head and said: "Da Lang, be careful what you say!"
Zhang Xiangxiang looked innocent and spread his hands. Does that mean who told you that what you said could easily be misunderstood?
Cheng Chubi said nothing and silently poured wine for Fang Jun.
Fang Jun sipped his wine glass and said slowly: "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince seems to have the upper hand now and has a righteous name in his hands, but you all know the conduct of the Guanlong nobles. They never follow the rules and have only assassinated me several times.
It can be seen that they are still acting recklessly now, and no one knows how violent they will be next, so His Royal Highness must protect his own safety."
Several people nodded silently. The Guanlong nobles had always been domineering and overbearing, which made people feel deeply threatened.
Only Qu Tuquan was a little embarrassed. The Qu Tu family was also an ancient Xianbei surname. Although the population had been thin for more than a hundred years, in the eyes of outsiders, after all, he was still a member of Guanlong...