Li Chengqian looked at Xiao Yu in surprise and asked, "Why not?"
Xiao Yu hurriedly said: "Your Highness Mingjian, Qianfan Erlang rushed to Luoyang to lobby for the British Office, but he killed the eldest grandson Anye on his own in the middle of the way, which made the eldest grandson Wuji hate the East Palace so much that he almost terminated the peace talks. This is already very inappropriate.
If he still goes to Tongguan this time, if he encounters Guan Long's lobbyist who goes to the British government, he may be chopped up again, and the peace talks will completely collapse, and there will be no hope of restarting... I hope your highness.
Think twice and choose someone more capable, and you will never let this guy go again."
He knew very well that Fang Jun was decisive in killing and daring. Since he had made up his mind to sabotage the peace talks, what could be more direct than killing Guan Long's envoy to the British government office? If Fang Jun went to the British this time
In the public office, not only would they meet the envoys of Guanlong and kill them on the way, this guy would even squat near Chang'an. As long as he saw someone coming or going from Guanlong, he would intercept and kill him...
Fang Jun was furious: "This old man is going too far! Am I one of those people who doesn't know what's important?"
Xiao Yu was not angry, but nodded repeatedly and said: "You are the one!"
Fang Jun: "..."
Mother!
This old guy actually questioned my character? That's intolerable, but what's intolerable!
When Li Chengqian saw that the two of them were actually quarreling, he immediately felt a headache and quickly stopped the fight: "Erlang, please be patient! Song Guogong is the founding minister of the country and your elder, so you must respect him. Right now, you are not treating the person right.
, don’t mess around! The most important thing at the moment is naturally to protect the country. Apart from that, everything can be let go. As long as the empire is not lost, we will have time to realize our grand ambitions. Gou Jian suffers hardships while lying down, Han Xin
What's the harm in enduring the humiliation at the crotch for a moment?"
He was also unwilling to negotiate for peace, but in the end, the majestic prince of the empire had to turn the war into friendship with the rebels. He just felt depressed in his heart. How would the history books describe him as a weak and vulnerable person who was struggling to survive?
However, if we freely express our feelings and express our grudges now, the outcome is likely to be the complete destruction of the East Palace, the fall of the empire, and the stealing of the emperor's throne.
The glorious age that my father, the emperor, has worked hard and worked hard for for more than ten years will surely plummet and never be restored again.
In comparison, not to mention humbly negotiating peace with the rebels, what's wrong with asking him to kneel down? As long as he can keep his throne, he will be able to successfully ascend the throne soon. By then, there will be Li Jing, Fang Jun,
Li Daozong, Ma Zhou and other virtuous ministers, why worry about failing to achieve their great cause?
It is not impossible to not only continue the prosperous age of father Huang Zhenguan, but also to make further progress.
Throughout the ages, in history books, heroes have only been judged by success or failure. My father, who "killed his brothers, killed his brothers, and forced his father to abdicate" was still able to gain the support and love of the people in the world. He also endured for the sake of the great cause in his heart. Why not?
Fang Jun calmed down his anger and nodded silently.
When Xiao Yu saw Fang Jun surrendering, he breathed a sigh of relief, but also felt faintly uncomfortable in his heart.
The prince did tend to scold Fang Jun, but his expression and tone were like his own children quarreling and fighting with other people's children, so he naturally scolded his own children...
Li Chengqian looked at Xiao Yu and asked: "Since Erlang is not suitable to lobby the British Duke, who does Song Guogong think is suitable?"
Xiao Yu stroked his beard and pondered without saying a word.
The candidate who goes to lobby must have high enough qualifications, otherwise it will be difficult to suppress Li Ji. He must also be eloquent and quick-thinking, so that he can understand people with emotion and move things with reason, otherwise he will not be able to impress Li Ji. And the most important thing is,
This person must firmly support the peace talks, so that he can do his best to persuade Li Ji. If he is unwilling to go all out, or even has some resistance to the peace talks in his heart, it will be a bad thing.
It's just that the military cannot be counted on in the East Palace right now. Almost all military generals belong to Li Jing and Fang Junzhi. They treat these two people like gods and obey their words. However, these two people are the biggest opponents of the peace talks...
The remaining civil servants either lack qualifications or lack the ability to perform their duties.
Looking at Cen Wenwen next to him, it turned out that he was the most suitable candidate with sufficient qualifications and excellent abilities. However, this time going to Tongguan still required bypassing the rebel defense zone like last time, crossing the Weishui River to Jingyang, and then crossing the Jingshui River and along the way.
Follow the Yellow River all the way south, and cross the river again at the Wei River to join the Yellow River before you can reach Tongguan. This road has high mountains and long rivers, and the journey is difficult. With Cen Wenwen's body, I am afraid that he will not be able to hold on when he reaches Tongguan...
Taking a deep breath, Xiao Yu said with a firm face: "Let me go to Tongguan this time by my veteran. For the time being, Brother Jing Ren will be in charge of the peace talks."
The peace talks are related to his status in the East Palace and whether the Jiangnan nobles can protect their vital interests in the future, or even go further. If the peace talks fail, once the East Palace stands firm in the future and successfully ascends the throne, his right to speak will
Having everything taken away by the military is absolutely intolerable.
He never left the East Palace when it was in danger, and even did not hesitate to draw a clear line with Guan Long and fully support the East Palace. Wasn't it because he was sure that the East Palace could survive the crisis and successfully ascend the throne as emperor?
It would be really depressing if you persisted but ended up making wedding clothes for the military.
Therefore, even though he knew that the trip to Tongguan Mountain was dangerous, he still insisted on going there in person, believing that he could impress Li Ji and decide the overall situation.
Li Chengqian was silent for a moment, thinking about the pros and cons, and considering whether he could make the trip. Fang Jun was already on the sidelines and sneered: "Rebels in Guanzhong are everywhere, and the soldiers are fierce and dangerous. Does the Duke of Song think he is going for a sightseeing tour? Guanlong must also send people to go there at this moment.
Go to lobby the British Duke, and Changsun Wuji will learn a lesson from the hardship. He will definitely send troops to set up checkpoints along the way to strictly prevent the East Palace from going to Tongguan, which may cause death... Song Guogong is willing to take extraordinary risks for the sake of peace talks, regardless of life and death. I admire you.
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Xiao Yu's eyebrows stood up and he said angrily: "In times of crisis, as ministers, we should serve with all our loyalty, regardless of life or death!"
Fang Jun retorted: "If it is really for His Highness the Crown Prince, then I will have no place for you to admire me. But if you are risking your life just for the sake of mere interests, will I not know whether to praise you for your courage or to praise you for being a bird that dies for food?"
Xiao Yu was furious: "You are a stick, you are not a son of a man..."
"You two, please don't quarrel and hurt the harmony," Li Chengqian quickly broke up the fight again, saying with a headache: "In front of a powerful enemy, both of you are solitary humerus. You should unite as one to maintain the integrity of the empire and the good fortune of the country. How can you
How can we quarrel with each other like this, causing pain to our loved ones and happiness to our enemies?"
Xiao Yu glared at Fang Jun angrily and said nothing more.
Fang Jun glanced at Xiao Yu with a sneer and became quiet.
Li Chengqian pondered for a moment, looked at Xiao Yu and said worriedly: "Although Erlang's words are vulgar, his intentions are good. Going to Tongguan not only has to pass through the rebel defense area, but the rebels may even set up an ambush to intercept them along the way. How old is Song Guogong?"
It’s been a long time. If anything goes wrong, I’ll be heartbroken and heartbroken!”
No one can replace Xiao Yu's status and role in the East Palace. He can still lead the civil servants to support the prince. However, if something happens to him, Cen Wenwen alone will be unable to support him. Maybe there will be a disaster in the East Palace.
A huge crisis from within.
And this is also the reason why Li Chengqian allowed Xiao Yu to start peace talks. To a certain extent, Xiao Yu's personal interests and the overall interests of the East Palace are complementary to each other.
Xiao Yu was a little excited: "Your Highness's caring heart is something that I admire greatly! It's just that there are many dangers at the moment, and there is always the possibility of overthrow. Even if there are risks, we should move forward courageously. Why would we regret this life? But your Highness, rest assured, although I have the ability, Limited, but I still have some dignity, and I still have some affection for Guan Long. Even if the rebels are extremely vicious, they may not kill the old minister."
He knew that Li Chengqian really cared about him, both in public and private matters. He had to admit that His Highness the Crown Prince was a kind man. If he could successfully ascend the throne, he would also be a kind and generous king. He would not only be a blessing to his subjects, but also a blessing to the common people. It was enough for him to be willing to run for it.
And if the rebels are allowed to depose the East Palace and support Qi Wang Li You or any prince to take the throne, all the power of the government will be seized by Guan Long. The weak imperial power will definitely lead to the rampant power of powerful officials and the ups and downs of the political situation. It will not only be the Jiangnan nobles who will be affected. It will also affect the whole world.
No matter from any angle, he had to keep the East Palace and the crown prince, even if he had to bow down to the Guanlong clan, even if it cost him a lifetime of pride, he would not hesitate.
On the other hand, Fang Jun only knows how to express his feelings freely and act as he pleases. He doesn't know the need to bend his head and bow his head. He goes straight like... a mallet!