His Majesty Li Er's face was as sinking as water and his eyes were dark. He took a deep look at Cheng Yaojin and did not answer. Instead, he turned to ask Li Ji who was drinking tea and eating cakes: "The British Lord is the Prime Minister of the country. I don't know about this." Any ideas?”
There was silence in the hall, and everyone's eyes were focused on Li Ji.
It seemed that the powerful families in Jiangnan and Shandong had already sided with the King of Jin, but as the leader of Shandong, Li Ji was extremely calm and quiet, sitting in the palace without saying a word, which seemed particularly strange.
In any case, only Li Ji's statement can be regarded as representing the position of the Shandong family.
After all, Li Ji's power, status, merits, and influence are enough to lead the Shandong family's tendencies and positions. Even if all the Shandong families stand together, they must follow Li Ji's lead...
Li Ji put down his tea cup, straightened his back, bowed his head slightly, and said respectfully: "Your Majesty is arbitrary in his decision-making, and all ministers must obey the holy orders."
Everyone was inevitably a little disappointed. As the head of the Prime Minister, how could he be so submissive and have no independent opinions?
But some people secretly breathed a sigh of relief. After all, if Li Ji clearly supported the Jin Dynasty, then the battle for the throne would almost be settled. Now that Li Ji is staying out of the matter, it means that the matter has not been finalized and everything is possible. …
His Majesty Li Er was helpless. He knew that this was due to Li Ji's cautious character, but he was also dissatisfied with his deep thoughts and prudent self-preservation.
After a moment of silence, he slowly said: "This matter is not urgent. The Sixth Army of the East Palace has just withdrawn from Chang'an, and the military camps in the city have not yet been completed. They will be repaired after a period of time, and we will discuss this matter again."
Which of the ministers in the palace is not a human spirit?
Although "guessing about business" is a taboo, but as a minister, how can we not try to figure out His Majesty's wishes and do what he likes? At this moment, seeing that His Majesty Li Er did not agree or refuse, and seemed to be just delaying, they all Worried, this is very different from his usual decisive and decisive spirit.
It can also be seen from this that His Majesty must have not yet decided on the ownership of the reserve...
Cheng Yaojin didn't say much. He nodded immediately after hearing the words: "Old minister, I obey."
As a member of a Shandong family, whether he is willing or not, many interests are tied together. One will be prosperous and one will suffer, so he has to take a stand. But he is not keen on power and wealth, so he is unwilling to If you are too involved in the battle for the reserve, you will naturally not fight hard for the Shandong family.
Moreover, he also criticized the Shandong family's eagerness to seize power after entering the dynasty. He believed that doing so was like hungry dogs fighting for food. Although they could eat meat and drink soup, they were taking what was on other people's plates. The food is all snatched away, eager for quick success and instant benefits, and the food looks ugly, and sooner or later there will be backlash.
Xiao Yu and Zhang Xingcheng looked at each other, feeling frustrated.
Originally, today was the best opportunity. As long as His Majesty agreed to Cheng Yaojin to lead his troops to the Suwei Palace in Chang'an, then the position of the crown prince of Jin Dynasty would be basically stable. However, unexpectedly, he would be attacked by all sides and fall short.
The most annoying thing is that Cheng Yaojin himself is not firm and his position is obviously wavering, which is deeply worrying...
…
After the court meeting dispersed, Xiao Yu quickly walked out of the palace gate with a gloomy face, got on the waiting carriage, and drove directly to the Duke Shen's Mansion.
The drizzle is falling, and the flowers and trees are freshly washed by the rain. The flowers and trees are in bloom, and the green leaves and red flowers are particularly eye-catching. I sit on my knees leaning against the window in the monastery, with a cup of hot tea and a pillar of sandalwood, which is comfortable and comfortable.
Xiao Yu and Gao Shilian sat across from each other, first took a sip of tea, and then said with emotion: "I don't know how long I have been longing for this kind of life. I only sigh that I am in the officialdom and can't help myself. I often sigh with regret that Shen Guogong is so leisurely wandering in the woods.
It’s really enviable.”
If someone else had spoken like this, Gao Shilian would definitely have spat in his face. Throughout the ages, how many people have been able to reach such a high position as Xiao Yu? With great power and unparalleled prestige, the history books are also full of ink. How many people?
A dream state.
But Gao Shilian understood that Xiao Yu's words were indeed sincere.
As the only remaining member of the Nanliang royal family, they first experienced the destruction of their country and family, then lived humbly under the majesty of the Sui Dynasty, and then rebelled against the Sui Dynasty and returned to the Tang Dynasty. After experiencing the great ancestors and the two dynasties of the present... the sadness and hardships involved are difficult to describe with words.
, anyone who has this experience will probably become bored with the officialdom.
However, as the leader of the Jiangnan gentry, especially if he wants to retreat, he can retreat?
The entangled interests involved in advancing and retreating are very involved. How can we do whatever we want?
But obviously Xiao Yu came to visit today not to drink tea and chat and gain insights into life...
Age spots have appeared on Gao Shilian's face, his skin is sagging and aging, his hair and beard are all white, and his appearance is very serious, but he is still in good spirits.
Holding the teacup in his hand, he said with a smile: "The south of the Yangtze River is picturesque, and outstanding people have emerged from generation to generation. Although we once had great glory, sooner or later we had to retreat bravely, and finally ended up in a handful of loess, and our souls disappeared... Fame, wealth, power and wealth, in fact, it is
The greatest imprisonment in life is one that cannot be freed if it cannot be broken away.”
Xiao Yu smiled, nodded and said: "So you can't accept old age, but in life, there are times when you even want to accept old age."
Gao Shilian was silent.
The world is ups and downs, and no one can truly let go of everything and return to Linquan.
The higher a person reaches a higher position, the more fettered they are by karma, love, hatred, power, monarch, descendants, family... some things cannot be let go, and some things cannot be let go.
After a moment of silence, he finally asked: "The situation at the court meeting today is not good?"
Xiao Yu said: "It's not that good or bad, but I really can't understand His Majesty's thoughts. The reserve position is related to the country, the country, and the country. Being so vacillating and unable to make a decision will really lead to endless troubles."
When dynasties in the past dynasties fought endlessly for the reserve position, it was usually because their status was undecided or it was difficult to convince the public. There was only one reserve position, and only one person could sit on it, but it caused more people to think "I can do it if I want."
misconception, thus breeding disobedience.
Once this leads to royal battles and turmoil over the throne, even if the dust finally settles, how can it be completely settled within ten or twenty years?
It is unwise to leave too many disasters behind.
Gao Shilian disagreed and said: "This world is his. Whatever he wants to do, he can do it himself. As a minister, who can care whether there is chaos or not? Don't say that I have already become an official.
When it comes to government affairs, even back then, I never took it as my duty to save all the people in the world."
Why do you say it so noble? We are all just passers-by in the officialdom, trying to climb to a higher position, gain more power, and strive for more benefits...that's all.
"Family, country, world" is just a nice thing to say. Once it conflicts with personal interests, who will take it seriously?
Xiao Yu was a little embarrassed. He put down his tea cup and asked straight to the point: "What does Shen Guogong think about the ownership of the reserve?"
Gao Shilian asked: "What does Song Guogong want me to think?"
Xiao Yu is helpless, the older this old thing gets, the more leak-proof he becomes...
He had to say bluntly: "The King of Wei is unruly, headstrong and boastful. Although he does not resemble Yang Guang, who is ignorant and ignorant, as is popularly said in the city, he does not resemble a human king."
Gao Shilian was noncommittal.
Yang Guang lost the Sui Dynasty and would inevitably be infamous for centuries, but what does it have to do with being "faint"?
The so-called "foolishness" is just an excuse used by the noble families to cover up the fact that each family has launched an army. If Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty does not promote a foolhardy emperor like "Xia, Jie, Shang and Zhou", then how can it be correct for the world's nobles to rise up and compete with each other?
Sex, legality?
Qin lost its deer, and the whole world chased it away.
The same was true in the Sui Dynasty...
Seeing Gao Shilian's expressionless face, Xiao Yu continued: "...But the King of Jin is filial, intelligent, and highly praised by both the government and the public. He has been with your majesty since he was a child, and the relationship between father and son is extraordinary. At present, your majesty is certainly hesitant and undecided, perhaps only
Someone needs to analyze the pros and cons and make a quick decision."
Today, if there is anyone who can influence His Majesty Li Er's thinking, I am afraid that only Gao Shilian is left.
At that time, it was Gao Shilian who had the insight to marry his niece who was raised in the palace to His Majesty Li Er, and it was Gao Shilian who contacted the Guanlong clan for full support. Only then did he succeed in the "Xuanwu Gate Incident" and help protect His Majesty Li Er.
He went against it and usurped it, ascending to the throne and becoming the supreme ruler.
From the merits of the dragon, Gao Shilian should be the first, rather than relying on his uncle's support to become the leader of Guanlong...
Gao Shilian naturally understood what Xiao Yu meant, so he asked him to work hard to persuade His Majesty to make King Jin his crown prince.
Of course, there must be rewards for supporting him, Gao Shilian...
Xiao Yu knew that people of Gao Shilian's level should not hide and play around with "understanding" when negotiating a deal. Only by laying out the conditional bargaining chips one by one would it be serious.
So he didn't wait for Gao Shilian to speak, and said directly: "Your Majesty is currently in Mobei suppressing the remnants of Xue Yantuo. He has worked hard and achieved great results. After this experience, I think his mind and ability have improved. It is time to transfer back to Chang'an and go straight to the center to take on more responsibility."
The most important responsibility."
The price is clearly marked, so no one can be deceived.
After thinking about it carefully, Gao Shilian shook his head and sighed: "Imagine that at the beginning, when the auxiliary army was under one person and over tens of thousands of people, it was so powerful that its achievements were so powerful that it all disappeared in the end? Children and grandchildren will have their own blessings, I know.
I can no longer control so much."
Xiao Yu said euphemistically: "The children and grandchildren will naturally fight for themselves, but the ownership of the reserve is crucial to the foundation of the empire. How can we remain indifferent and resign ourselves to fate? Compared with the King of Wei, the King of Jin is indeed more suitable to be a reserve.
, and even become an emperor in the future. This is the last time that our meritorious veterans will prepare for the foundation of the empire. We have not tried our best to live up to our life ambitions and live up to the people of the world."
This is the case with some things. Once they are covered up with a nobler disguise, what was originally a mere fly and a dog will immediately become radiant.
When time passes, people only pay attention to the final result, and all they see is a few words in history. The original intentions of the parties have long been buried in the dust of history...
It doesn't matter whether it is selfish interests or national interests. As long as history develops according to its own settings, everything will naturally be in a glorious row.