Changsun Wuji's eyelids twitched, and he greeted the eighteenth generation of Yuan Gaisuwen's ancestors in his heart, but he didn't show any signs of it on his face. He looked calm and said, "Perhaps Quanzi was killed in the rebellion that day?"
This explanation is simply pale. Since Yuan Gaisuwen has always been in control of Changsun Chong's every move and laid a heavy ambush at Qixing Gate in advance, how can he allow Changsun Chong to die in the rebel army? No matter how he is punished by the Ming Dynasty.
Boosting morale, or leaving one's life to find another way, are of great use, and they will never be killed in the rebel army.
However, Li Ji nodded, without any doubt, and sighed: "I guess this must be the case. Although your son failed to complete the feat of opening the Seven Star Gate, he shed his blood for the victory of the empire, which can be regarded as serving the country with loyalty. This is also true in history.
His deeds should be recorded for future generations to admire, and Zhao Guogong expresses his condolences and accepts the change."
Changsun Wuji was silent and looked at Li Ji with twinkling eyes. He felt something was wrong.
The two chatted for a while and exchanged some opinions on the current occupation. Although Li Ji took on the important task of commanding the army to attack the city, he was not a dictatorial person and he could listen to opinions.
It's just that he is one of the few remaining famous commanders in the empire. He uses troops like a god and a strategy like the sea. If even he can't successfully capture Pingrang City, what advice can Changsun Wuji come up with?
As we all know, Changsun Wuji is better at strategic planning, his military formation is not as good as Li Jing, Li Ji, Li Xiaogong, and his internal affairs skills are not as good as Du Ruhui, Fang Xuanling...
When Li Ji said goodbye and left, Changsun Wuji sat there alone, his eyes flashing gloomily.
Li Jizhi's words and deeds today were extremely unusual. During this period, there were various seemingly invisible temptations, rejections, and precautions, which made Changsun Wuji feel a strong sense of crisis.
Especially when the topic suddenly jumped to Chang Sun Chong, it was even more surprising.
Could it be that there is still Li Ji's detailed work in Pingrang City, and he has heard the news about Changsun Chong from Da Molizhi Mansion, and knows that Changsun Chong has left Pingrang City safely and returned to Chang'an?
If you think about it carefully, it doesn't look very similar.
If Li Ji really knows about Changsun Chong, the first thing to do is to inform the East Palace to be on guard against Changsun Chong returning to Guanzhong to plot a mutiny, but he should not test it in front of him, otherwise wouldn't it be to alert the enemy?
Changsun Wuji prided himself on being an outstanding strategist, but he never dared to underestimate Li Ji's fighting wisdom.
This person usually seems low-key and has no desires. Even if he is sitting in the position of the head of the Prime Minister, His Majesty Li Er ordered him to take the position, which is quite reluctant. But if anyone takes this seriously, he will believe Li Jinai.
It is "a gentleman who upholds integrity and is as bright as the wind and the moon", which is totally wrong.
In terms of insidiousness, Du Ruhui and Fang Xuanling are far inferior to Li Ji...
A smart person always has deep meaning in every word and action he makes when doing things, and he will never make any meaningless words or actions. If you think that Li Ji just said something carelessly, you will be in serious trouble.
But what does this guy mean?
Is it a test or a warning?
Changsun Wuji was not sure.
The current situation does not allow him to guess. If he guesses wrong at all, the consequences will be unbearable for him, the eldest son's family behind him, and even the entire Guanlong clan.
The safest way is to speed up his plan. As long as the big thing is done as soon as possible, then any intention of Li Ji will be insignificant.
It's just that if you want to take this step, it will be extremely difficult.
Morals, emotions, pros and cons, risks...all the factors are so intertwined that it is difficult for anyone to make a decisive decision. You need to know that if you take this step, there will be no room for recovery. The winner will be the king or the loser, and you can only follow one path.
To dark...
However, the current situation has forced him step by step into this situation, so what choice does he have?
…
Li Ji walked out of the tent, stopped outside the tent door, and looked up at the gloomy sky. Snowflakes like goose feathers were flying all over the sky, and the cold air froze his bones.
My mood is even heavier than the weather.
Changsun Wuji understands his temperament and knows that everything he says and does has a purpose, but how could he not understand Changsun Wuji's temperament? Just seeing that Changsun Wuji cares about others, we know that Changsun Chong's life and death will inevitably be different.
There is a secret.
And this is not difficult to guess. Based on the crimes committed by Chang Sun Chong, Yuan Gaisuwen would have enough reasons to kill him a hundred times, and there would be no reason to survive. And if Chang Sun Chong could survive, then there would be only one reason.
, that is, Changsun Chong has completely surrendered to Yuan Gaisuwen, and exchanged some secrets of the Tang army for a chance of survival, betraying his country in order to survive.
Of course, there may be another reason, but Li Ji didn't even dare to think about it, because the consequences would be too serious, enough to lead to the collapse of the empire and the overthrow of the country...
But even if he didn't think about it, wouldn't it happen?
With a heavy heart, Li Ji let out a long sigh, turned around and walked back to the Chinese army's tent.
*****
late at night.
When Zhu Suiliang came to Changsun Wuji's tent, he saw several boxes and cages placed in the dim tent. The servants were putting clothes into the boxes and cages. Changsun Wuji was sitting on a chair on the side drinking tea.
When he came in, he waved to him to come forward and take a seat.
After Zhu Suiliang bowed and saluted, he took a few steps forward and sat under Changsun Wuji. Only then did he see that Changsun Wuji had changed into a black tights, his hair was neatly trimmed, and he was wearing a pair of deerskin cotton boots and a pair of boots.
An outfit for a long journey.
My heart couldn't help but tighten, and my face looked a little panicked...
Changsun Wuji observed his words and smiled: "Why, Dengshan is scared?"
Zhu Suiliang pursed his lips and looked stiff.
"hehe,"
Changsun Wuji chuckled lightly, put down the tea cup, and said softly: "I have already explained Denshan's future situation and the pros and cons in the future, so I won't repeat them again. A true man stands between heaven and earth, and he should pursue power in order to demonstrate his ability.
, His name is recorded in history. If you are hesitant in the face of trouble and don’t have the courage to sink the boat, how can you break out of the situation, control the situation in the palm of your hand, and create the storm with one hand? When things come to a close, if you still haven’t made up your mind, you will be ruined.
event."
Zhu Suiliang tried to force out a smile to show that he still had some courage, but in the end he just twitched the corners of his mouth and his face was a little distorted...
Rubbing his face vigorously, he sighed dejectedly and said: "In the past, I was very envious of Duke Zhao and the nobles of the Zhenguan Dynasty. I always thought that you just happened to meet at the right time and were able to achieve great feats. It was just the times that made heroes. I quite
I'm so dissatisfied. But now, I understand that it is not difficult to do things, but the difficult thing is the moment you make up your mind before doing something."
Changsun Wuji was silent for a moment, sighed softly, and lamented: "How could I ever be willing to take this step? It's just that we have relied on the strength of the family to reach the status we have today. We can only advance, not retreat. One step back, the family behind us
Then there will be no recovery. A person has no control over his body for the rest of his life..."
Zhu Suiliang remained silent.
Changsun Wuji glanced at him lightly and waved to the old servant standing behind him. The old servant stepped forward and placed a three-inch square brocade box on the coffee table in front of Zhu Suiliang.
Zhu Suiliang's whole body seemed to tremble as soon as the brocade box was placed on the coffee table. His face was pale and bloodless, and his lips were trembling slightly...
Changsun Wuji was disdainful from the bottom of his heart.
Previously, Fang Jun had made two comments about Li Yuanjing, the King of Jing, saying that he was "cowardly and timid, always fond of schemes, he cherishes his life when doing great things, and forgets his life when he sees small profits." However, Zhu Suiliang in front of him was even Li Yuanjing.
Unfortunately, he was unwilling to risk his life even when the benefits were at hand.
If you want something in return, you have to give first. You can't dare to take risks and be willing to work hard. A huge pie can fall directly from the sky and land on your head, right?
Until now, he didn't want to say more because he knew Zhu Suiliang had no choice.
"After three o'clock tonight, I will leave the military camp and return to Chang'an to take charge of important affairs. I will leave it to Denshan to handle matters here. The current situation is extremely unfavorable to you and me. Whether we can turn defeat into victory or even go further depends on how Dengshan does.
Make a choice. You and I have a fight. If you think this is inappropriate, then report it and I will die without regrets."
After Changsun Wuji finished speaking, he picked up the teacup and saw off the guests.
Zhu Suiliang's lips wriggled a few times, trying to say something but in the end he couldn't. His eyes fell on the brocade box in front of him.
After a long time, he stretched out his trembling hands, picked up the brocade box, and walked out step by step.
After Zhu Suiliang's figure disappeared outside the door, Changsun Wuji put down his tea cup and let out a breath. Although he just said it lightly, he was actually very nervous in his heart. After all, what he asked Zhu Suiliang to do was a revelation.
God, once you fail, you will be doomed. If Zhu Suiliang suddenly changes his mind and shakes him out, then everything will be over...