Chapter 54 Heroes get together and have their own performances
Taking off his shoes outside the hall, Li Jing put on his socks and stepped into the Li Zheng Hall.
The Li Zheng Hall is located within the scope of the inner court. Generally speaking, ministers are not allowed to enter this area to pay homage to the emperor.
Because this is against the rules.
But the Tang Dynasty was not the former Sui Dynasty, and Lao Li did not like to summon ministers to the Liangyi Hall in the inner court to discuss matters. He preferred to do things in the Wude Hall and the Lizheng Hall.
In the past, when the world was not at peace, people had to obey the authority in urgent matters and did not care about the details. In the future, as the world is peaceful and peaceful, rules will definitely be established.
Despite this, Li Jing was still a little flattered when he learned that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was going to meet him at the Lizheng Palace.
To meet the prince in the inner court, he must be a minister of Hu Gu.
But he doesn't seem to be the humerus of His Royal Highness.
Therefore, he was also a little uneasy.
Entering the hall, he saw Prince Li Zhiyun kneeling on the throne not far away. That was where the saint used to be.
He had met Li Zhiyun when he was in Taiyuan. At that time, the fifth son of the Duke of Tang Dynasty was taciturn and ordinary, and could not tell anything.
After the Tang Dynasty was established in Guanzhong, he also met Li Zhiyun, but he still felt that he was ordinary and could not see anything.
Until the deposed prince's rebellion spread throughout the world.
Only then did Li Jing fully understand that the new prince was by no means as ordinary as he seemed on the surface.
Since entering Chang'an, the feeling has been the same as when I entered Chang'an in the past. But this is the most terrifying thing in Li Jing's eyes.
Because the new owner of Chang'an could actually take over in such an ordinary way.
Doesn't this explain the new prince's methods?
Without a plan, how could the new prince safely sit in the East Palace?
Li Jing knew very well that the water in Chang'an was so turbid that it was impossible to look directly at it.
"Your Majesty, Li Jing, pays homage to His Highness the Crown Prince." He bowed and paid homage.
"No gift."
"Thank you, Prince."
Li Zhiyun asked his chamberlain to bring a soft cushion to Li Jing, and only after he knelt down did he talk to him.
"Gu and his father are well aware of the talents of pharmacists. The person who was first responsible for the pacification of the South was none other than the pharmacist."
He said this sincerely.
It is true that Li Xiaogong was talented, but without Li Jing, it would have been impossible for Li Xiaogong to conquer the south without seven or eight years.
Li Jing leaned forward and said: "My little strength depends entirely on the sacrifice of the soldiers of the three armies. I dare not take any credit."
"Are you afraid or unwilling?"
Li Zhiyun asked in reply, leaving Li Jing speechless.
Seeing this, Li Zhiyun waved his hand and dismissed the maids.
He stood up and stood with his hands behind his back.
"In the past, my father rebelled against the Sui Dynasty, and you made a wrong move, Medicine Master. At that time, my father suspected you but was unwilling to kill you, because my father knew that you, Medicine Master Li, were not only a great talent, but also a descendant of Guanlong.
also.
Later, you repented and served the Tang Dynasty, followed King Jing south to quell the rebellion, and made many meritorious deeds. However, you never took the credit. I know that you wanted to protect yourself.
Now, my father has handed over all the military and political affairs to Gu.
Medicine Master, are you still unwilling to reveal your feelings to Guqing?"
Hearing this, Li Jing was silent for a long time and turned into a sigh.
"As His Royal Highness the Prince said, Li Jing has taken a wrong step. He only hopes to live peacefully for the rest of his life."
He knew that it was impossible for him to be taken as a confidant by Li Yuan, because he had wanted to report Li Yuan for rebellion.
Therefore, everything he later did for Datang was to save his life.
Stay alive!
Other than that, he doesn't care about fame and fortune.
Today, Li Zhiyun made his words clear. He can no longer pretend to be deaf and dumb.
"It's a pity that Gu can't allow you to live in peace." Li Zhiyun smiled.
Li Jing raised his head and looked at Li Zhiyun.
He wants to kill me?
I could only hear Li Zhiyun saying with a smile: "No one can make mistakes without being a sage. My father once again told me that Li Jingnai Qiancheng is the capable minister he left to Gu. I hope I will use him with great care!"
Li Jing was stunned.
What kind of twist is this?
Without waiting for him to speak, Li Zhiyun stepped forward and squatted in front of him.
"Physician, I don't know about the past, and I don't want to know. When it comes to people, I only look at what they do, not what they say."
Li Jing cupped his hands and said, "I would like to thank His Highness the Crown Prince."
"No need to thank Zuo Gu." Li Zhiyun said: "In the future, I hope that the pharmacist can assist Zuo Gu and create a peaceful and prosperous world together."
"Li Jing, obey your order."
Seeing this, Li Zhiyun patted him on the shoulder.
Not long after, Li Jing walked out of the hall.
He looked at the blue sky and white clouds, feeling somehow clear in his heart.
Perhaps, talking things out is the best solution.
Although Li Yuan had not pursued him in the past, he was always worried. Now that the prince made it clear, he was relieved.
Because if the prince wants to kill him, why bother talking nonsense.
It seems that the prince wants to use him.
"Li Jing, Li Jing, your life can be saved by your talent." He laughed at himself and walked forward.
This time, he walked easily.
Watching Li Jing go away, Li Zhiyun smiled knowingly.
It is difficult to win over Li Jing. This man is very self-aware and has never forgotten the things that offended Li Yuan.
In other words, it is difficult for him to have a heart-to-heart relationship with himself.
The best way to treat a wound is to tear off the rotten flesh, reapply the medicine, and let the wound heal slowly.
This is what Li Zhiyun is doing now.
Historically, after Li Shimin ascended the throne, he had to sit in the center and could not personally lead troops to attack the Turks. Li Jing was the best candidate.
He can't do it without it.
Therefore, even though he knew that Li Jing remained neutral during the Xuanwu Gate Incident, Li Shimin still had to use him by pinching his nose.
In addition, Li Jing had offended Li Yuan in the past, and there were two barriers between Li Shimin and Li Jing.
But now, there is only one barrier between Li Zhiyun and Li Jing.
Getting Li Jing back to his heart is a long process, so don't be hasty.
As Jing King Li Xiaogong returned to the court with his troops, news of the pacification of the south spread throughout the world.
At this point, the Tang Dynasty basically unified the world, leaving only Liaodong Gao Kaidao.
Of course, the existence of Youzhou Luo Yi is also really eye-catching.
However, Li Zhiyun could only postpone the matter with Luo Yi until next year, because the Chinese New Year was coming soon and it was not appropriate to start a war rashly.
Shence Mansion.
Although Li Zhiyun was appointed as the crown prince, the Shence Mansion was not abolished but continued to be retained.
At the end of the cold winter, one after another figures entered the Shence Mansion.
In the past, the civil and military personnel of Shence Mansion gathered together, and some of them held multiple positions.
For example, Du Ruhui was the Taichang Qing who inspected the school, was the Prince Zhan Shi, and was also the governor of Liangzhou. People such as Xue Shou also held important positions in the East Palace.
When everyone meets, they inevitably reminisce about the turbulent years and joke with each other.
Prince Li Zhiyun ordered people to bring fine wine and meat, and he drank with all the heroes.
Among them, Cheng Yaojin got so drunk that he actually danced with the dancer in the hall. The dancer's waist was like a willow waist, while Cheng Yaojin's waist was a bucket. Such a contrast made everyone laugh.
Du Ruhui and Xue Shou toasted each other, and they could see the pride in each other's eyes. They were the first advisers to help the prince plan to seize the heir, and to this day, they feel proud and satisfied.
Li Zhiyun was leaning back, drinking from time to time, and looking at his confidants from time to time.
Some of them have changed, and some of them have not changed at all.
For example, Qin Qiong is still taciturn. But it doesn't matter. After experiencing the changes in the palace for thousands of years, Li Zhiyun has already trusted him.
Like Yuchi Gong, he still behaves roughly.
But in Li Zhiyun's opinion, he is not only cute, but also loyal.
There have been changes, such as some of the small officials in the Shence Mansion. They used to act cautiously, but now they hold their heads high and their chests high.
Silk and bamboo are musical, and eucalyptus and tablets are in shape.
Li Zhiyun himself is also very happy to be able to enjoy the joy of victory with a group of friends.
These people are his team members and his loyal ministers.
Of course, so do Li Daozong, Li Daoxuan, Li Xiaogong and others. However, they do not belong to the Shence Mansion, so naturally they will not come to the party.