His Majesty Li Er asked who recommended the new Navy Commander. All the ministers shook their heads. Even if there was no suitable candidate, they did not dare to rashly reach out to Fang Jun's troops, otherwise they would be blocked by Fang Jun after the court.
At the entrance of the palace...
Seeing no response from everyone, His Majesty Li Er looked at Fang Jun and said slowly: "You created the Navy with your own hands, and you know everything from top to bottom. I believe no one can understand what kind of talents the Navy needs better than you. Tell me.
Let’s see.”
Fang Jun thought for a while and said: "Liu Rengui, deputy general of the Navy, can succeed as the commander-in-chief of the navy."
Liu Rengui was stationed in Da Nang all year round, and his troops intimidated Annan, and his behavior was extremely domineering. He treated the kings of the Southeast Asian countries as nothing, severely cracked down on the merchants of the Tang Dynasty for the slightest infringement, and destroyed the country at every turn, making the entire Nanyang dormant in the Great Tang Dynasty.
Under the power of Tang Tianwei, who would not have heard of this person if his family had maritime trade business with Nanyang?
His Majesty Li Er obviously knew Liu Rengui very well. After thinking about it for a while, he nodded and said: "Yes."
Then he said to Zhang Shigui: "After returning, I immediately ordered the clerk of the Ministry of War to issue a transfer order to transfer Su Dingfang to Beijing as the general of Zuotunwei. At the same time, Liu Rengui was promoted to the commander of the navy to control the royal navy. As for who will be stationed in Da Nang after Liu Rengui is transferred?
To maintain the empire's interests in Nanyang, it can be discussed within the Navy and reported to the Ministry of War for review."
Zhang Shigui was stunned and said hurriedly: "Here."
Originally, his rank was not high enough and he should not participate in this court meeting, but he was called by His Majesty to be "Military Counselor", so he was qualified to attend. Now that he heard His Majesty's order, he couldn't help but be stunned...
The officials in the palace were also a little confused.
If His Majesty supported the Zuo Tun Guards against the Right Tun Guards, why did he drop Su Dingfang into the capital to preside over the reorganization of the Zuo Tun Guards? If it was said that this was to weaken Fang Jun's control over the Royal Navy, why did he appoint Liu Rengui as the new navy?
Governor?
Although Liu Rengui is now famous and has traveled across the seven seas, he was once Fang Jun's personal soldier and could almost be regarded as a domestic slave... Doesn't it further increase Fang Jun's prestige among the navy?
During today's court meeting, the ministers looked confused from beginning to end, completely unsure of His Majesty Li Er's intentions...
His Majesty Li Er looked around and asked, "Do you have any other matters?"
Seeing the ministers shaking their heads, he said: "Since there is nothing to do, let's retreat from the court. After returning, we will pay attention to the disaster relief matters of Jingzhao Mansion. If necessary, we will do our best to assist. Guanzhong is the foundation of the empire. Not only can it not be chaotic,
Not to mention that the people cannot live in poverty and their lives are in ruins, otherwise the country will be shaken and the harm will be serious."
"Here!"
All the ministers agreed in unison, then stood up, saluted, and exited the hall one after another.
When the ministers all walked out, His Majesty Li Er sat behind the imperial desk, looking at the empty hall and the shiny floor tiles, suddenly a feeling of loneliness and sadness came to his heart... among the civil and military ministers, even today he can't even
There is no one who I completely trust to stay and discuss things...
Once upon a time, he boasted that he was the most enlightened monarch in history. All the ministers who followed him through life and death were loyal to him. He also promised more than once that he would "share wealth and honor" with everyone and would never make a "bird's bow".
Hiding, rabbits die and dogs are cooked" and other things, treat the ministers with sincerity and extreme kindness, even for Hou Junji, Changsun Wuji and other treasonous people, it is just a death penalty. It can be written off without delay.
Relatives, sin and descendants.
Throughout the ages, has there ever been such a kind and kind king?
However, now, the ministers are alienated from him one by one. They all have their own plans, and they are even willing to support the prince against his wishes...
After a long while, His Majesty Li Er woke up from his loss and anger. He exhaled a breath and said to Wang De beside him: "Go and call the Duke of E. I have something to tell you."
"Here."
Wang De accepted the order and hurried out of the palace in person and rushed to the Duke's Mansion to summon Yuchi Gong.
…
His Majesty Li Er returned to the back hall, took off his dragon robe and crown, took a bath and put on his regular clothes. He sat on the mat in front of the study window and made a pot of tea. After just a few sips, the chamberlain informed Wei Chi Gong that he had arrived.
His Majesty Li Er waved his hand to summon him.
Yuchi Gong was dressed in regular clothes. After entering, he knelt on one knee and performed military salutes: "I am here to see you, what are your orders?"
His Majesty Li Er looked as usual and said warmly: "It's nothing important. I just haven't seen you for a while and I want to talk to you. It's just you and me here. Don't be formal. Come and have tea."
"Here."
Yuchi Gong stood up and carefully knelt down opposite His Majesty Li Er. When he saw His Majesty Li Er reaching for the teapot, he was so frightened that he quickly snatched it away: "Your Majesty, you can't do it, let me come..." Holding the pot and pouring the tea, Yuchi Gong stood up and sat down carefully.
Uneasy.
Although His Majesty did not look like he wanted to hold him accountable for disobeying military orders and protecting the Guanlong clan, after all, he made the mistake first, so he was unavoidably trembling with fear.
Gu Yao/span His Majesty Li Er seemed to be unable to see his reserve and panic. He took a sip of tea and did not mention those things at all, but asked: "I, can I trust you as always?"
However, this sentence was more lethal than asking for guilt. Yuchi was so frightened that he stood up from the table and knelt on the ground: "Your Majesty, why did you say this? Although I am sometimes confused, my loyalty to Your Majesty remains the same, even if the mountain collapses.
Even if the ground cracks, I don’t dare to waver at all!”
"Hey, it doesn't have to be like this."
His Majesty Li Er stretched out a hand and put it on Yu Chigong's shoulder, gave him a slight support, and said with a smile: "Among the honorable ministers of Zhenguan, the ones I trust the most are Shu Bao and you. Unfortunately, Shu Bao is burdened with old wounds, and the year will never end.
Now you are the only loyal person left. I just sighed for a moment, you don’t need to worry, get up quickly."
"Here."
Yuchi Gong stood up and sat down, feeling a chill on his back, and his middle coat was soaked with cold sweat...
His Majesty Li Er took another sip of tea and said directly: "I want to transfer the six leaders of the East Palace to outside the city. You will be in charge of the 'Yuan Cong Forbidden Army' and the 'Xuanjia Iron Cavalry'. At the same time, you will station the Youhou Guards outside Chunming Gate.
Do you have the confidence to take over Chang'an's defense?"
Yuchi Gong was first happy, then surprised: "Your Majesty is magnanimous and does not pursue the minor officials' faults. But the minor ministers know that they are at fault, how can they be so shameless? They dare not accept such an important task."
If something is abnormal, it is a monster.
He obeyed the orders of the Guanlong clan, first disobeyed Li Jizhi's military orders, and then escaped from the battle, almost causing a melee outside the Chunming Gate. If it had been a tyrant like Emperor Yang of Sui Dynasty, it would have been possible for him to be beheaded. No matter how lenient your majesty is, he will be lenient.
It's best to be humble, but it's too strange to be entrusted with such a heavy responsibility now.
Moreover, taking over the defense of Chang'an means that he will be the pioneer on His Majesty's road to easy storage. Faced directly with the Eastern Palace, I am afraid he will be regarded as His Majesty's hawk, and he will also bear the infamy of deposing the Crown Prince. If the Crown Prince has any shortcomings, he will be infamy for thousands of years...
…
His Majesty Li Er was a little annoyed. He put down the tea cup and said displeasedly: "You are also an honorable minister of Zhenguan. Back then, you followed me across the world and annihilated all the princes in the world. How come you have lost your ambition now that you are a little older and are timid in doing things? Su Wei?
I don't feel comfortable leaving such important tasks as palace confinement and defense of Chang'an to others, so I'll let you take over. Don't push back or make me angry."
Not everyone can gain the emperor's trust.
Therefore, although Yuchi Gong was a little worried, his Majesty's heartfelt words made him very excited, and he had to express his position quickly: "Since Your Majesty has forgotten the past and trust remains, how can I dare to shirk anymore? Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I will definitely protect Chang'an City."
It is as solid as gold to repay His Majesty's trust!"
His Majesty is willing to accept soft things rather than hard ones. At this moment, he shows his extreme trust in himself. If he still refuses, I am afraid that His Majesty will be so angry that he will not be able to eat and walk around...
His Majesty Li Er nodded happily: "That's exactly what it is! Back then, I made an appointment with you and others to 'share wealth and honor'. Over the years, I feel that I have done a pretty good job. Even if someone is occasionally greedy and illegal, I will not investigate it deeply, even if it is such a wolf-hearted person."
People who disobey me will not bring harm to their descendants, which is beyond the reach of the ancient sage kings. You should also remember the friendship of the past and do your best to assist me, so that the Tang Dynasty will last for eternity. You can take our place.
Live with wealth and honor, and rest with your country."
Did he mind that Yuchi Gong obeyed the orders of Guanlong? He definitely did. Under the imperial power, in the Jiuzhou, a general commanding the army obeyed the orders of a powerful family. Where would you put the emperor? Who would such a general be?
The emperor dares to keep him by his side?
But His Majesty Li Er has his own way of controlling people. Now that Guanlong is weak and extremely collapsed, as the saying goes, a good bird chooses the wood to roost. How can Yuchi Gong get along with him as always? As long as he says he can put past the blame and entrust him with important responsibilities.
, Yuchi Gong naturally knows how to make a choice.
The East Palace is about to be deposed, and the powerful families in Shandong and Jiangnan have not yet gained a firm foothold. Under such a situation, Yuchi Gong naturally serves his duties loyally and does not dare to have the slightest hint of disobedience...
Yuchi Gong had a relatively straightforward temperament. Hearing His Majesty's heartfelt words, he became even more excited and his blood surged. He immediately swore: "I will obey your Majesty's orders, but if I have a different intention, I will be punished by heaven and earth, and my descendants will be cut off!"
Because he escaped outside the Chunming Gate, he offended Li Ji and was not welcomed by the East Palace, Cheng Yaojin and others. He had suffered enough in the past few days and was about to lose his power. His Majesty has already stated that he will not care about the past grudges.
What's there to hesitate about?
In both public and private matters, one should obey the emperor's orders.
*****
When Fang Jun returned to Liang Guogong's Mansion in Chongrenfang, Lu Cheng, the steward, came to report that all the main buildings in the mansion had been repaired and he could return to the mansion to live on another day.
Fang Jun sat in the flower room, took a sip of tea, casually took the almanac handed over by Lu Cheng and flipped through it. He saw that two days later it would be an auspicious day, which would be suitable for "marriage", "move-in" and other things.
Then he said: "I will stay in the mansion today. Send someone to the Youtunwei camp to inform the princess. Let them pack their bags tomorrow and move back to the mansion in two days."
"Here."
Lu Cheng went out and arranged for someone to go to Xuanwu Gate to inform him.
Fang Jun sat alone in the flower room, surrounded by fresh flowers and trees. He took a sip of tea, closed his eyes, and thought about the current situation.
After leaning a little, Lu Cheng turned back and said, "Erlang, the King of Jin wants to see you."