The grievances between the Guzang Yin family and the Li family in Longxi have been around for a long time.
Concubine Yin De and Yin Hongzhi’s father, Yin Shishi, was the son of Yin Shou, the famous founding general of the Sui Dynasty. He had a kind-hearted temperament and outstanding martial arts. When he was weak, he worshiped Yi Tong Sansi and became a general of hussar. After Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty came to the throne, Yin Shishi
The Shishi "regarded the kindness of the Sui Dynasty and the oldness of his residence", so he was loyal to Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty. Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty also trusted and valued him very much, and made him the governor of Zhangye.
After the rebellion between Dangxiang and Tuyuhun, General Zuo Yiwei was granted military power.
Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty patrolled the east and personally conquered Goguryeo. He was granted the title of Master Yinshi to stay in Xijing and assist the acting king Yang You in guarding Chang'an.
In the thirteenth year of Daye, Li Yuan, the Duke of Tang Dynasty, raised troops in Taiyuan. At that time, only Li Yuan and his son Li Shimin were in Taiyuan. The eldest son Li Jiancheng, the third son Li Yuanji and the concubine Li Zhiyun were all in their hometown in Longxi. Yin Shishi immediately sent people to search for Li Jiancheng.
, Li Yuanji and two others fled to Taiyuan, but abandoned Li Zhiyun. As a result, the 14-year-old Li Zhiyun was captured by the Sui army and taken to Chang'an. The Yin Shishi ordered his beheading.
In this way, Yin Shishi still refused to give up and ordered "to uncover his tomb and destroy his five temples", destroying the Li family's temple and excavation of the Li family's ancestral graves.
This was considered a punishment for a rebel by a loyal minister of the Sui Dynasty, but it was an unbearable humiliation for the Li family. From then on, the Li family and Yin Shishi had a hatred of each other and were incompatible with each other.
Later, Li Yuan led his army to attack Chang'an. Yin Shishi defended the city desperately, but was finally defeated and captured. Li Yuan hated him with all his heart. Although he was very generous in order to win over people's hearts, many civil servants and generals of the Sui Dynasty ignored the blame and even regretted it.
Although he had a heavy responsibility, he showed no mercy to Yin Shishi. "He who held Yin Shishi, Bone Ceremony, etc., was greedy and cruel, and refused the righteous master, so he killed them all."
However, in order to appease people's hearts, only one Yin Shishi was killed, but his two children were forgiven and thrown into Yeting.
His eldest daughter, Yue'e, was very beautiful and was given to Li Shimin as his concubine by Li Yuan. She was deeply loved by Li Shimin and left Li Shimin with his fifth son, Li You. Therefore, after His Majesty Li Er ascended the throne, Yin Hongzhi was able to take care of himself.
The court released him and conferred Li You the title of King of Qi, and Yin Hongzhi the title of Chief Historian of the Palace of Qi.
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Now, the eldest grandson Wuji is here to support Li You as the crown prince. In the future, it is more likely that he will succeed the throne and ascend the throne as the emperor. How can Yin Hongzhi not be overjoyed?
He could never forget the tragic past when his father died tragically and his family was confiscated, which turned him from a well-off and well-fed son of an aristocratic family into a bereaved dog, and finally ended up in Yeting where he suffered from fatigue and humiliation.
Now, if Qi Wang Li You, who has the blood of Guzang Yin family, finally gets the throne of Li Tang, how happy would it be?
Changsun Wuji walked to the door of Prince Qi's mansion, paused, and asked, "Does Prince Qi know that I am coming?"
Yin Hongzhi said: "I don't know for the moment, but I don't dare to leak the whereabouts of Duke Zhao to prevent any unexpected events."
He knew that Changsun Wuji had sneaked back to Chang'an from Liaodong and secretly presided over the overall situation of the military remonstrance. Outsiders did not know, so he did not tell Qi Wang Li You in advance about his intention to visit. Li You's character was somewhat hasty and reckless.
, has a very rebellious mentality, and no one can predict what kind of reaction they will have when they learn that the Guanlong clan wants to push him to the top...
Changsun Wuji nodded and then stepped into the gate of the mansion. Yin Hongzhi led the way on one side. Both of them were speechless all the way to the back house of Prince Qi's mansion.
In front of a dormitory door, there were dozens of guards standing in front of the door. When they saw Yin Hongzhi coming, they pushed them to the sides and let them out of the door.
Obviously, Yin Hongzhi has already controlled everyone in Prince Qi's mansion...
Changsun Wuji was very satisfied. As long as Li You was under the control of Yin Hongzhi, he could not tolerate Li You's refusal. It is said that such a good thing is simply a God-given opportunity. Who in the world is not eager for that position? But since Li Zhi is there, Learning from the past mistakes of the two brothers Li and Tai, Changsun Wuji also had to consider what to do if Li You also refused to take the reserve position...
When the two came to the door, Yin Hongzhi said loudly: "Your Highness, Duke Zhao wants to see you!"
A surprised voice came out from the hall: "Who are you talking about?"
Yin Hongzhi glanced at Changsun Wuji, who had a serious face, and said again: "It's Duke Zhao who wants to see you!"
"Ah! Isn't Zhao Guogong in Liaodong accompanying his father to conquer Goguryeo? Please come quickly, please come quickly!"
Li You in the palace was surprised at first, and then hurriedly summoned him.
Yin Hongzhi bowed slightly and asked Changsun Wuji to go first. Changsun Wuji nodded and walked into the hall, followed closely by Yin Hongzhi.
The hall was brightly lit, and several pretty maids were carrying tea, cakes and other items, all of which were placed on a coffee table. Qi Wang Li You, dressed in regular clothes, was lazily reclining on the soft couch behind the coffee table. When he saw his eldest grandson After Wuji entered, he sat up straight.
Changsun Wuji stepped forward, bowed his head to the ground, and said respectfully: "Old minister, I have an audience with Your Highness."
Li You waved his hand casually, yawned, and said: "You are a distinguished relative of the country, and your hard work has made you great achievements. How can I accept such courtesy? Come on, come on, please take a seat. I happen to be a little hungry, so let me We have prepared tea, water and cakes. It is so late at night that Mr. Zhao Guogong must have not eaten yet, so we are just going to fill our stomachs together."
"Thank you, Your Highness."
Changsun Wuji did not refuse. Wen Yan took two steps forward and knelt down under Li You. Yin Hongzhi sat down on the other side. Then he waved his hand and dismissed all the maids in the palace.
Li You glanced at his uncle, then at Changsun Wuji, who had a serious look on his face. He picked up a piece of pastry, put it in his mouth, chewed it and swallowed it. Then he sighed and said, "The Duke of Zhao came to visit at night, and no news was revealed in advance. Instead, I contacted my uncle first... There must be nothing good going on. But since Zhao Guogong is here, no matter whether it is good or bad, I might as well listen. Come on, you leave the rebels in chaos all over the city and go to me. Why are you here in this royal palace?"
His tone was not polite because he didn't like Changsun Wuji.
As the head of the Changsun family, Changsun Wuji has always only seen the three legitimate sons born to Queen Wende. How could the concubine princes such as King Wu, King Qi, and King Yue ever pay attention to Changsun Wuji? He only briefly met them. He was polite and didn't even raise an eyelid.
Even Li You is better. After all, he has a perverse personality and willful behavior. He has never been liked by his father. He does not pose any threat to the throne. Changsun Wuji does not bother to pay attention to him. Like the talented, wise and decisive princes like King Wu, , but was often suppressed by Changsun Wuji.
But even if he doesn't like Changsun Wuji in his heart, he doesn't dare to be too presumptuous. No matter how stupid he is, he knows that the Hecheng rebels are controlled by Changsun Wuji. This "yin man" wants to dethrone Donggong, who is not close to him. He actually dared to risk the disapproval of the world. How could he, a mere King of Qi, be able to contend with his viciousness and cruelty?
I felt both fearful and unhappy, and very torn...
Changsun Wuji's kneeling posture was very standard. Hearing this, he leaned his upper body slightly forward to show respect, and said in a deep voice: "The East Palace has no virtue and is doing the opposite. There are complaints from inside and outside Chang'an! Your Majesty has long had the ambition of Yi Chu, but he can't bear to fight against each other. , so I endure it again and again. At present, the people, civilian husbands, and armies everywhere are not angry with the rule of the East Palace, and they have come to the city to carry out military remonstrances. It seems to be disregarding the general principles, but in fact it is the general trend. The dethronement of the East Palace is inevitable. Your Highness is of His Majesty's blood, a noble nobleman of Tianhuang, on this occasion When the government is in turmoil and the country is in turmoil, you should step forward, stop fighting, and call on the people of the world to bring order to the chaos!"
He didn't care much about Li You's attitude, so what if he was dissatisfied with him? In the past, although Li You was a prince, he had no weight in his eyes. In the future, he could single-handedly push him to the throne of prince or even emperor. Naturally, it can be controlled steadily.
If he is obedient and obedient, he will naturally become rich and powerful. If he doesn't know the current affairs... what's the problem if he ruins his life?
Li You was still yawning a moment ago. After hearing Changsun Wuji's words, his eyes widened in an instant, and all his drowsiness disappeared.
He opened his mouth wide and said in disbelief: "Zhao...what did Duke Zhao say? Well, I am stupid and don't know what I mean."
Yin Hongzhi said from the side: "Your Highness, it is the intention of Duke Zhao that the rebels are entering the city to carry out military remonstrances in order to depose the East Palace. However, the country cannot be without a king for a day. Your Majesty is currently in Liaodong. The prince has authorized the supervision of the country. When the East Palace is occupied, After being deposed, it is necessary to appoint a crown prince immediately. Zhao Guogong and the Guanlong families know very well that His Highness is loyal, filial, benevolent, brave and decisive, and intend to support His Highness as the Crown Prince. What do you think of His Highness?"
"Hoo..."
Li You suddenly felt a mouthful of thick phlegm stuck in his throat. He couldn't swallow it or spit it out, making him unable to breathe.
He quickly sat upright and breathed hard, but his whole body could not help but tremble slightly...