Changsun Wuji said sternly: "But when it comes to the Emperor, even if the Emperor imposes restrictions, it is best to go to the harem in person to see the Emperor and speak to the Emperor to avoid any real conflict. Under the current situation,
The Tang Dynasty is already in danger, and I believe that the Supreme Emperor will make a decision in his heart."
Li Shimin frowned.
He has always been reluctant to talk to Li Yuan personally about matters involving rights.
Because Li Yuan hated him.
Changsun Wuji and Li Shimin have known each other for many years. When he saw Li Shimin's expression, he immediately understood Li Shimin's inner thoughts and said: "Your Majesty, the love between father and son is greater than heaven after all. No matter what conflicts there are, I expect that the Emperor will forgive you."
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Li Shimin nodded.
For now, that's all it can do.
Before setting off for the expedition, he really had to arrange everything.
Otherwise, he is worried.
Li Shimin discussed various matters with everyone before letting everyone retreat.
He did not go to see Li Yuan immediately, but came to the queen's hall in the harem and met his wife.
Empress Changsun leaned forward and said, "I, my concubine, pay homage to your Majesty."
Li Shimin said: "No need to be polite!"
Empress Changsun smiled sweetly and said: "The emperor was still dealing with government affairs at this time in the past. Why did he come to the harem so early today? Could it be that everything has been taken care of?"
Li Shimin said: "It's almost done, because next, I have to prepare for the imperial conquest, so I came to talk to the queen."
When Queen Changsun heard this, there was a hint of worry in her eyebrows.
She has a charming and dignified appearance, and a generous bearing. Every move she makes shows her charm and extraordinary temperament.
She worriedly said: "Your Majesty, where should we prepare to use troops?"
Li Shimin said: "There is an army of Shu stationed in the north of Jingzhou, and it is very likely to attack. If the army of Shu comes to kill, the Tang Dynasty will be in crisis. I must go north to conquer personally and defeat the army of Shu."
After a pause, Li Shimin talked about Li Duan again. After he finished speaking, he said: "Li Duan is a man of great martial arts. It is rare for him to avenge Li Jing's shame. This is also an opportunity. If you don't seize this opportunity, you will not be able to do anything."
Then use Li Duan’s power.”
Queen Changsun said: "Concubines do not understand matters involving the imperial court. When the emperor goes here, he must be careful about his safety."
"I understand."
Li Shimin nodded and answered.
The topic changed and Li Shimin said: "Guanyin, I am no longer in the court, and the prince is in charge of the country. Although the prince is smart, he still needs support. Although you are in the harem, as the mother of a country, you must always mention
Point Chengqian."
Li Chengqian is the eldest son of Li Shimin.
Today's Li Chengqian is very similar to Li Shimin. He is wise, courageous, and extraordinary wise. In the past, Li Chengqian once conspired to rebel, but now, he has changed his mind and no longer accepts the absurdity of the past.
Queen Changsun said: "Your Majesty, don't worry, I understand."
Li Shimin held Empress Changsun's hand and spoke private words. Although the two had been an old couple for decades, they were like first love and their relationship was extremely good.
After staying in Queen Changsun's palace for a long time, Li Shimin got up and left.
He went to Tai Chi Palace.
Tai Chi Palace is the palace where Li Yuan lived.
Nowadays, Li Yuan has long ceased to care about worldly affairs. He is quite obsessed with women. The palace has recently selected a group of beautiful women.
After Li Shimin entered, he went straight to the main hall.
In the main hall, piano music was playing, vocal music continued, and singers danced, creating a joyful and peaceful scene.
This is Li Yuan's day.
Li Yuan is now a quite taboo figure.
After all, he was a former emperor and the Supreme Emperor, with an extraordinary status and a certain degree of power. If Li Shimin allowed Li Yuan to leave at will, it would easily cause turmoil, because there would be no need for Li Yuan to take the initiative. Someone would naturally come to Li Yuan.
Because it’s profitable!
Because of the power to tempt!
However, after Li Yuan was grounded and not allowed to leave, he had nothing to do all day long. For a person who once controlled the country and was the supreme leader of the Ninth Five-Year Plan, he would be very uncomfortable with being suddenly free.
So Li Yuan had nothing to do and could only immerse himself in the sounds and colors.
When Li Shimin arrived at the door of the main hall, he did not enter immediately. Instead, a servant came in first to pass the news.
After Li Yuan got the news, he waved his hand, and all the singers, concubines, and palace attendants all left. The originally lively hall suddenly became deserted again, and it was so empty that people felt panic-stricken.
"Tap! Tread!"
The sound of footsteps came from the door of the main hall.
Li Shimin walked steadily and quickly arrived at the palace. When he saw Li Yuan, he saluted and said, "My son, I pay homage to my father."
Li Yuandao: "You don't go to the Three Treasures Hall for anything. What do you want to say when you come to see me, an old man like me?"
Li Yuan once thought highly of Li Shimin.
This son is the most capable.
This was his pride.
However, for the sake of power, the long-term stability of the country, and the eldest son, he appointed Li Jiancheng as the crown prince. As a result, a coup occurred, and he finally abdicated and gave up the throne to Li Shimin.
Although Li Yuan still had resentment in his heart, deep down in Li Yuan's heart, after all, this was his son, a son he was once proud of, and he still wished his son well.
Especially now in a time of great strife.
His youngest son died in the Kingdom of Shu with his body still cold. He also hoped that Li Shimin could lead the Tang Dynasty to rise, not only to avenge his hatred, but also to ensure that the Tang Dynasty could be passed down for generations to come.
Li Shimin said: "The Shu army is pressing down on the border and has stationed troops on the border of the Tang Dynasty. Our country, the Tang Dynasty, is already in dire straits and has reached its most critical moment. I, my son, are preparing to march personally and fight to the death with the Shu army."
Li Yuan's gray brows immediately trembled.
The hand on his knee trembled unconsciously, but in an instant, he regained his composure.
Li Yuan said in a deep voice: "Once upon a time, you led troops to conquer the world. Now, I also believe that you can conquer the world. You are here just because you are worried that I, an old immortal, will come out to stir up trouble when you are on your own expedition.
Rain, disturbing your rear, right?"
Li Shimin said: "Father, the situation is serious."
He doesn't admit it.
Li Yuan smiled, stood up from his seat, held his head high, and his eyes that were almost squinting shot out a bright light, and said loudly: "Although I, Li Yuan, am old, I am not old yet."
Even if you are confused, you can still think."
"You are the emperor, and the emperor is a loner."
"It's normal to be suspicious of anyone!"
"But don't worry, when the Tang Dynasty is in crisis, you are fighting on the front line. I will only stand up in times of turmoil, and will never cause trouble when everything is business as usual in the rear."
"The Li family of the Tang Dynasty, the Li family exists only if the Tang Dynasty exists."
"If the Tang Dynasty were destroyed, the Li family would naturally not exist. If the skin does not exist, Mao will not be able to survive. I know this truth very well."
Li Yuan said loudly: "It's good that you want to lead the expedition in person. The sons of my Li family have always been full of enthusiasm. You will go to the north of Jingzhou. I will be in the Taiji Palace waiting for news of your triumphant return."
When Li Shimin heard this, his eyes suddenly felt sore and tears filled his eyes.
"thump!"
Li Shimin immediately knelt on the ground.
He knocked his head on the ground and said: "Father, please rest assured, I will definitely return in triumph. Once I go, I will definitely avenge Yuan Ba and make Wang Can regret it."
Li Yuan said: "I look forward to your good news."
"My son, please retire!"
Li Shimin said no more.
He believed what Li Yuan said.
Although Li Shimin and Li Yuan had conflicts, Li Yuan was his father, and he believed that since Li Yuan had said so, it would be impossible for him to cause trouble when he was away on an expedition.
Li Yuan looked at Li Shimin's leaving figure and sighed.
There was also a hint of worry in his eyes.
Previously, the Tang Dynasty rushed to the aid of the Han Dynasty Liu Bang, but after entering Yizhou, they lost troops and generals. Even Li Jing was lost, and even Su Dingfang and countless soldiers were lost.
Li Yuan knew this news.
He was also very worried about the future of Datang.
He hoped that Li Shimin could defeat King Can of Shu, but according to countless gathered information, this person was definitely not an easy person to deal with, so Li Yuan was worried.
Li Shimin was quite relaxed.
After all, he came out of the battlefield.
Li Shimin returned to the palace, arranged everything, and sent an order to Qin Qiong, asking Qin Qiong to mobilize 60,000 elite troops to prepare to go north.
In addition, he sent someone to send a message to Wang Can, asking him to prepare to go north together.
The chamberlain came out of the palace to summon him and soon arrived at Dingxiang Tower.
Nowadays, Dingxiang Building has resumed business. After all, Dingxiang Building also has a background. Even though Dai Zi is dead, but now that he can't find any flaws, he can only put things on hold for the time being.
It's just that although Dingxiang Building has resumed business, but after Dai Zi's incident, there are far fewer customers coming and going. It is no longer bustling and noisy before, and it is much deserted.
The chamberlain arrived on the second floor, saw Wang Can, and handed over the letter directly.
Li Shimin told Wang Can that the news was not conveyed in the form of an edict, but only in letters. In this regard, he respected Wang Can, after all, he had to rely on Wang Can's power.
Wang Can opened the letter and saw Li Shimin's instructions.
Li Shimin's arrangement was to have Wang Can wait at the north gate of Xiangyang City at 6 o'clock in the morning the day after tomorrow.
There is no need for Wang Can to gather.
There is no need to go for a bite.
Keep everything simple.
When Wang Can saw the news, he also lamented that Li Shimin was thoughtful and treated him with all kinds of preferential treatment. It would be impossible for other people to receive such preferential treatment.
Wang Can put down the letter and told Yan Ran the news of his upcoming departure.
I'm leaving after all.
When Yan Ran heard this, her face showed deep reluctance.
She doesn't want Wang Can to leave.
Wang Can smiled and said: "The emperor has arranged a residence for me, you just go there with the land deed. When I am not in Xiangyang, you will live at home."
Previously, Li Shimin sent someone to deliver the title deed of the new house.
Everything is well arranged together.
Wang Can doesn't need to do anything at all, he just needs to pack his bags and check in.
Now Yanran is no longer a person in Dingxiang Tower. Because Wang Can is in Dingxiang Tower, she has always been there. But Wang Can has left, and Yanran cannot stay permanently, so she can only leave.
Yanran nodded and said: "Young Master's instructions, I have written them down." (To be continued)