Late at night, with a squeak, Li Mu, covered in tiger fur, tiptoed out of the house. He went to the warehouse and took a jar of wine and a few pieces of beef jerky, and sat down against the wall. He just patted open the mud sealing the mouth of the jar.
Dugujiu walked in. Li Mu glanced at him and pointed to the side. Dugujiu came over and sat down next to him.
Because he had already gone to bed and got up temporarily, Dugu Jiu was not wearing a mask. Standing on his handsome face in the dim moonlight, he looked like a fairy from the sky, making people dare not look directly at him. His gestures and gestures were all visible, and his looming masculinity added a bit more.
Unique charm.
Li Mu only glanced at it and then looked away. He was not confident in his concentration. If he looked too much, he was afraid of giving birth to inner demons and dreaming about things he shouldn't have thought about.
Dugujiu took a piece of dried meat and ate it without saying a word, silently accompanying Li Mu. When he was not wearing a mask, he rarely spoke actively. The pressure caused by his unique voice could not be eliminated in a short time.
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"Nine, I have an idea, but I don't know if I am right to do this, or if I will regret it. But I am afraid that I will regret it if I don't do it. What do you think I should do?"
Dugujiu pursed his lips and said, "Brother, it's rare to see you so hesitant. What's the reason for this?"
"I want the big man to go to Zhenla Kingdom."
"Really, Zhenla Kingdom?" Dugujiu was startled, then shook his head and said: "Brother, no, you can't do this." He said with some excitement: "Brother, have you forgotten that big people just grow taller?
But in fact, he is only fourteen years old, fifteen after the New Year. He is still a child, what can he handle? If something happens to him, he is your best brother, big brother, can you bear it? "
Li Mu raised his head and took a sip of wine and said: "I can't bear it, so I hesitated." Li Mu sighed and added: "But you also know about the big man. He has a blood feud and must avenge him.
I arranged for him to take the road of marching for his future consideration."
"Whether it's me or the King of Hejian County, our status is determined. We must keep a distance from the army, otherwise His Majesty will become suspicious and things will be serious. However, the big man can't wait, he is here with me
In the city of Chang'an, he has not been able to get real training even though he has been a royal guard all his life. If this continues, how can he get revenge?"
"But, brother"
Li Mu waved his hand to stop Dugu Jiu and continued: "This opportunity is rare. I have asked about Zhenla Country or Funan Country. The people there are short and the army is weak. It is suitable for big people to go and experience.
.As long as he doesn’t fall into the enemy’s plot, no one can stop him with his force. But, I can’t go with him yet...Oh, I’m so sad.”
Dugujiu thought for a while and said, "Brother, how about I go?"
"You?" Li Mu smiled and said: "How are you better than him? Although you are two years older than him, you have been staying at home and the things you have experienced may not be as good as him. He is alone
If you go, I will risk losing a brother. You two go together, okay, do you want to annihilate the whole army?"
"Then don't go!" After a pause, Dugujiu said again: "Brother, I suddenly feel that your Majesty is right. Zhenla Kingdom is so far away from us. Whether they live or die, it has nothing to do with us."
"No," Li Mu said seriously: "You are wrong. If they don't have rice seeds, it doesn't matter to us. But they do have rice seeds, Xiaojiu, I can't explain it to you now, but one day, you will know, How important this rice seed is to the Tang Dynasty."
Dugujiu looked at Li Mu's true appearance, was stunned for a moment, and said: "Brother, I don't quite understand. But you are willing to let the big man go, I... I believe what you say."
"Alas!" Li Mu sighed, drank a few more gulps, threw the wine jar aside, and said, "That's all, why do you think so much! Chongyi is my brother, Li Mu. He definitely doesn't care about this little thing. Question. If he really can’t handle it, there’s no way he can take revenge. He might as well just die early! Do it! It’s decided, do it!”
Having made up his mind, Li Mu felt a lot more relaxed. He patted Dugu Jiu on the shoulder and stood up.
"Okay, let's get some rest early. We'll talk to Chongyi about this tomorrow and make some arrangements. He's going to Zhenla and won't be able to come back for another year or so. We have to be prepared."
"Yeah." Dugujiu responded, watching Li Mu return to the house, silently packing up the wine and dried meat he had left, and then returned to his room. He lay on the bed, still unable to sleep. Dugujiu knew very well that Li Mu's feelings for Li Chongyi meant that he would not let Li Chongyi take risks for the sake of profit. Although the rice seeds were important, there were other options. Since he let Li Chongyi go, it was probably for his own sake.
Dugujiu was also a little disappointed when he thought that he would not be able to see Li Chongyi for at least half a year. After spending more than half a year together day and night, the relationship between the two has become extremely deep.
Li Mu also didn't fall asleep. He was in a very complicated mood now. For selfish reasons, he didn't want Li Chongyi to go, because anything could happen in front of the two armies, even if it was a very small possibility. Thinking that Li Chongyi might die, Li Mu's heart ached as if someone had pinched him.
But, shouldn't he be allowed to go because there is danger?
Everyone has a destiny, and Li Chongyi has a great hatred. Although he doesn't say it, Li Mu can see that he is thinking about revenge all the time. Li Daliang has taught him a lot about theory, but in practice, no one can Replace him. This is his path and he must walk it himself.
A baby bird will one day fly into the sky. A child, sooner or later, will grow up and leave home. This is something that cannot be avoided. No matter how reluctant you are to let go, there is nothing you can do about it.
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The next day, Hejian County Prince's Mansion.
"no!"
Li Xiaogong's face was full of anger, he pointed at Li Chongyi and said to Li Chongyi: "Your brother can go, but you can't go. You can't say anything, absolutely not!"
Li Chongyi scratched his head and said: "Why can't I do it! Am I not a Jinyiwei? My eldest brother asked me to take Jinyiwei to do things. I am also a Jinyiwei, so I want to go too!"
"Ha! Are you going?" Li Xiaogong laughed and said: "This is not for fun, this is for fighting! Is fighting a child's play? Although Zhenla and Funan are both small places, it is not a big problem. But you You know, it is a country after all. Look at you, how do you look like you can withstand fighting? If you go to the battlefield and a big battle comes, you will definitely die. If I let you go, I will cut off the queen! I want to Don’t even think about it!”
"Father, you are unreasonable! How come my eldest brother can fight on the battlefield and make great achievements, but I can only stay at home like a fool. If I don't agree, I must go. If you don't let me go, I will go secretly! If you die in front of the two armies, you will live up to your great reputation as father!"
"You bastard!" Li Xiaogong was furious and shouted: "Who is coming?" Two soldiers came in immediately and arrested Li Chongyi. No matter how hard he struggled, he could not escape the control of the two soldiers, and they tied him up to resist.
Gone.
Li Mu's eyes lit up, and he almost forgot about Li Xiaogong's personal soldiers. These are veterans who have experienced hundreds of battles. If they are here, they will be able to get twice the result with half the effort!
Before Li Mu could open his mouth, Li Xiaogong had already said: "I have already guessed what you are thinking. My soldiers are all my brothers who have lived and died for more than twenty years. With their merits, I can't escape even if I say nothing."
Captain Guoyi. Now that I have no chance to lead troops, they are willing to follow me even if they give up their official positions. I will keep this friendship in my heart."
"Chongyi is still young, so his trip to Chenla is really worrying. He is my godson, and I can't ignore him. When we set off, I will send thirty soldiers to follow him. With them there
, even if there is an accident, Zhongyi’s life can still be saved.”
"Thank you so much, Prince. Li Mu will remember this kindness in his heart."
Li Xiaogong ignored him, but looked at Li Chongyi and said, "My son, when we go to Zhenla, anything can happen. Are you afraid?"
Li Chongyi shook his head and said, "I'm not afraid."
"Why?"
"Brother will not harm me."
Li Xiaogong burst out laughing, but didn't say anything. He looked at Li Mu and said, "Get ready. When you set out, come and say, we can come here at any time."
After saying that, Li Xiaogong went back to the back house to clean up Li Chongyi. Li Mu and Li Chongyi went out and met Dugujiu. The three of them went to Honglu Temple to meet Prince Zhenla on his motorcycle.
When they heard that Zhulu Hou had arrived, the head of Honglu Temple did not dare to neglect and personally greeted him. Hearing that Li Mu was looking for Prince Zhenla Moto, he led him to Moto's residence before leaving respectfully.
Li Mu thought about it all night last night and had already thought out every aspect of the strategy. Therefore, when he saw the motorcycle today, he was not panicked at all and acted very calmly.
"Prince Motorcycle, it's time for you to thank me. After my repeated efforts, I have solved your matter for you. Our emperor was very angry when he learned about Funan's actions. He said that Funan and Zhenla were both from the Tang Dynasty.
It is very important for neighbors separated by a strip of water to live in peace and good-neighborly friendship. How can we fight casually? It is so rude and abominable! Our emperor has issued an edict to severely reprimand the King of Funan. The imperial decree has sent a special team here.
The Jinwu Guards in front of the palace will accompany you to convey the decree and mediate the war between the two countries."
Li Mu took out the fake imperial edict that he had 'reformed' with the imperial edict given to him by Li Shimin this morning. The materials of this imperial edict were all real, except for the middle part, which he had replaced with Li Zhien's handwriting according to his wishes.
The content, after being reframed, has no flaws and looks just like the real thing.
The motorcycle prince took the "imperial edict" with trembling hands, and almost fainted from happiness. This was the first imperial edict he had seen in his life, and there were no flaws in it. Besides, he never thought that anyone would dare to do so.
What a sin it is to falsely preach the imperial edict!
"Master Marquis..." The motorcycle prince choked and looked at Li Mu, with tears already filling his eyes: "My great kindness and kindness will be unforgettable. Master Marquis, I really don't know how to thank you!"
"What are you talking about!" Li Mu frowned and said unhappily: "Am I helping you in return? I am doing it for the people of the two countries. There are no winners in war and no losers in peace. If you can turn the war into friendship, it will be a meritorious deed.
"
With that said, Li Mu started to lie: "Don't think that just sending 500 people to follow you this time to deliver the decree is not enough attention. In fact, it is not the case! Have you watched "The Rites of Zhou"?"
The motorcycle prince shook his head blankly and said: "Please forgive me, Lord Marquis. Xiao Wang has not read "The Rites of Zhou", and I will definitely read it in the future."
Li Mu let out a sigh of relief: "It's easier if you haven't seen it."
"What did you say, Lord Marquis?"
"It's okay! I said, if you haven't seen it, you should read it carefully!" Li Mu said with a serious face: "In a country like ours, the Tang Dynasty, wars are not fought casually. It is necessary to pay attention to the fact that a division must be famous, and it must be declared.
And fight. Understand? When we fight, we have to be justified. Do you know how presumptuous you are?!"
The motorcycle prince said blankly: "Xiao Wang can't understand what the Marquis means, please make it clear."
"Humph!" Li Mu snorted coldly and said, "It's no wonder that His Majesty didn't see you. A small country like Fanbang is a small country like Fanbang, and there is no etiquette at all. Don't think about it either. Zhenla and Funan are both countries surrounding our Tang Dynasty. They have nothing to do with me.
Compared to the Tang Dynasty, it's like... there is no comparison at all. If the Tang Dynasty attacks you, it will be effortless, just like an adult bullying a child. Have you ever seen two children fighting and their parents took action?
"
The motorcycle prince shook his head blankly and said, "No, I haven't seen it before."
"That's right! Zhenla and Funan are like two children. You are fighting. At this time, Datang can stand up and kick Funan, but favor Zhenla? This seems unfair!"
"But they were the ones who made the first move"
"Bah!" Li Mu pouted and said, "In front of me, of course you said that they acted first. If the envoy from Funan comes, you will say that you acted first. Which one do I believe?"
"This..." The motorcycle prince couldn't answer, so he had to say aggrievedly: "It's true that they made the first move."
"One-sided words cannot be believed. From the standpoint of the Tang Dynasty, no one can believe it. But now, it is certain that the two countries will go to war. What my emperor means is to let you cease the war and seek peace for the people of the two countries.
An Wen. If anyone is disobedient, he or she will not give face to our emperor and the Tang Dynasty. Huh," Li Mu sneered and said, "You have been coming to Chang'an for a while, but I heard that a few months ago, Li Jing
The great general captured the Turk Jieli Khan alive? As powerful as the Turks, they were destroyed in the hands of the Tang Dynasty overnight. How do Funan and Zhenla compare to the Turks?"
The Motorcycle Prince was horrified and said: "Of course I can't compare with that, I don't dare to compare!"
"It's good to know!" Li Mu pointed to the "imperial edict" and said: "This is called etiquette before fighting. When you convey the edict to the King of Funan, make the interests and benefits clear to him. If he doesn't show his face, the country will be ruined and the family will be destroyed.