A war in the Western Region stirred up the chaos in the court, and the whole city of Chang'an became lively for it. All forces came on stage and plotted freely.
Only the Duke of Shen's mansion was quiet, and the entire mansion was shrouded in linen and white banners...
Gao Shilian had six sons, but he only loved Silang Gao Zhenxing, who had been bohemian and unruly since childhood. Even though Gao Zhenxing got into trouble and misbehaved everywhere, he never gave up his intention to cultivate him. At first, he had a conflict with Fang Jun and then
His leg was broken, and Gao Shilian was so angry that he almost went to Fang's house to seek an explanation from Fang Xuanling.
When Zhi Gao Zhenxing insisted on going to the Western Regions Army to gain experience, he made Gao Shilian beam with joy. Everyone he met would say that Shiro had finally found his way back and corrected his evil ways. In a few years, he would be our "Thousand-mile Horse".
Now that the imperial court awards and the Ministry of War awards have entered the government together, Gao Zhenxing has indeed not lost the prestige of the Bohai Gao family, but he has gained all this with his life...
It is said that the person who announced the funeral had just entered the house. After hearing the news, Gao Shilian immediately fainted and fell to the ground. He was so frightened that everyone in the house was frightened. He finally regained consciousness under the treatment of the imperial doctor, but he did not say a word.
There are old tears.
How painful is it to lose a child in old age?
Especially after he learned that his beloved son was framed by others, so he could not get timely rescue before he died fighting...
It is not an exaggeration to say that it is heartbreaking.
Sun Guang, the general of the Ministry of War, was snatched away from Weiwei Temple. He was interrogated and convicted overnight. The official execution was scheduled for early the next morning. At that time, Gao Shilian led several of his sons to stand outside the execution ground wearing sackcloth and mourning. They gritted their teeth and watched Sun Guang wailing while being tied up.
He begged for mercy, but his head was still shown to the public, and then he returned to the mansion for mourning.
The funeral of Gao Mansion should have been a major event in Chang'an City, but Gao Shilian was heartbroken and angry, and strictly ordered his family not to publish obituary notices, and the tomb of Shi Lang was not allowed to be placed in the ancestral grave. When will the details of Shi Lang's tragic death be revealed?
The truth was revealed, the real enemy was captured and brought to justice, and Shiro's belongings were buried for peace.
Everyone who knew the inside story felt Gao Shilian's deep hatred...
Therefore, the funeral in Gaofu was not considered extravagant. Only those who were very close came to express their condolences. Officials from the DPRK and China who were more estranged only came to express their sorrow and then left.
I don’t know whether it was because he had a ghost in his heart, he was afraid to face the hated Gao Shilian, or for some other reason. It was not until the evening of the next day after Gao Shilian’s funeral that his grandson Wuji, who was Gao Shilian’s nephew, came to express his condolences...
The whole family was saddened by the tragic death of Shi Lang, but no one knew the truth behind it. When they saw Changsun Wuji coming to express their condolences, although they were dissatisfied as a close relative, they still took Changsun Wuji respectfully.
Before the spirit.
Changsun Wuji was dressed in a plain robe, and with a solemn face, he offered incense and bowed, and was then led into the back hall to meet Gao Shilian.
I haven't seen him for a long time. The old man who used to be strong and healthy is now exhausted. Sitting on the chair, he seems to have lost his life. Only when he saw Changsun Wuji, a bright light burst out in his eyes.
Changsun Wuji stepped forward to salute and said respectfully: "My nephew pays homage to my uncle."
"Ah……"
Gao Shilian grinned slightly, and made a sound that sounded like a smile but not a smile. He raised his hand slightly and said, "It's an auxiliary machine. Why, are you here to see your cousin off for the last time?"
Changsun Wuji was silent for a moment and said slowly: "Silang died tragically, and my nephew felt the same. It's just that Silang sought kindness and died on the battlefield. Even if he died, he would not fall into the Gao family. He should be regarded as one of the billions of sons of our Tang Dynasty."
A role model, even though he died with great honor, I ask my uncle to show my condolences and accept my change."
Gao Shilian stared at Changsun Wuji with gloomy eyes, and said in a harsh voice: "Isn't it an honor to die... Then why is it not your son who died?"
Changsun Wuji's expression changed.
This is not a very particular thing to say. Although you are your uncle and I am your nephew, my eldest son, Wuji, is now higher in official positions and titles than you. There is a death in your family, so why should you take out your grievances on me?
Gao Shilian turned a blind eye to his expression and thought to himself: "Changsun Chong committed a serious crime of treason and deserved death, but you still tried every means to clear him of his guilt, even at the expense of quarreling with the Fang family. Why did you
Is it unjust to kill his relatives and kidnap him to the execution ground, and then express his condolences? Oh, by the way, I forgot, my Shiro refused to retreat in the face of a powerful enemy, and was isolated and helpless. Naturally, he was regarded as a great man, and even though he died, he would be honored.
, and that evil beast in your family who was so rebellious and conspired to rebel, if he dies now, he will be blamed by thousands of people, and he will deserve his death... Tsk, tsk, your eldest grandson has always been accustomed to rebellious ministers and traitors, this kind of disloyalty, unrighteousness, and unkindness.
People who show filial piety are not uncommon, but we are accustomed to them."
All the servants of the Gao family in the hall lowered their eyebrows and lowered their eyes, not daring to say a word.
Looking at the world, Gao Shilian is probably the only one who dares to insult the Changsun family in person...
Changsun Wuji's face was extremely ugly, but he did not get angry. He said calmly: "My uncle always comes here to lose his son, and he is heartbroken with grief. My nephew can understand. My nephew came here today to express his condolences, and he was the culprit who caused Shiro's death."
He is also a descendant of my eldest grandson's family. My nephew feels ashamed, and I will accept any scolding from my uncle willingly."
Filial piety is a universal virtue.
Gao Shilian was Changsun Wuji's uncle, and he had carefully raised and cultivated him when he was young. He was like a father and a son, and he was kind and reborn. No matter what Gao Shilian said or did today, Changsun Wuji didn't listen.
If you are unwilling to accept it and want to resist, it is unfilial.
Once this charge is confirmed, it will have a huge blow to Changsun Wuji's reputation, and his political opponents in the court will definitely make a fuss about it.
Therefore, since entering the house, although Gao Shilian's words were extreme, he had always accepted them meekly and never refuted.
Gao Shilian did not accept his kindness and sneered: "Don't think that your seemingly kind face can hide it from the world. What kind of person is Changsun Guang? If there is no one behind him, he dares to ignore the military aircraft.
Sitting back and watching the message that Pao Ze sacrificed his life to deliver, not only taking the credit for himself, but even concealing it, watching as Pao Ze died tragically under the sword of the enemy because he was isolated and helpless, and his body was not found? Everyone has a steelyard in their hearts, although no one can tell it at this time.
, but everyone knows it well."
This is to force the death of Gao Zhenxing onto Changsun Wuji...
Although Changsun Wuji really ordered this matter, he absolutely cannot admit it. Changsun Wuji looked at Gao Shilian who was gritting his teeth with anger and hatred, and said in a deep voice: "Uncle, be careful, the court has its own laws, and everything must be based on evidence.
.You wantonly slander me without any evidence, which is unavoidably excessive. You are my uncle, and you have given me a new life. I dare not disobey you even if you are attacked by swords and axes. But slandering my reputation like this is not good for Shiro.
What is the benefit of his death? If you are really suspicious, you can ask your Majesty to open a case for investigation on this matter. Why bother making insinuations here to slander someone’s innocence?”
"clean?"
Gao Shilian looked at Changsun Wuji's innocent look and felt extremely hateful in his heart. He gritted his teeth and said, "If you don't know what to do, you can do nothing but yourself. There are so many unfounded things in this world. Is it possible that no one knows the truth behind it?"
Is that so? I, Gao Shilian, can be considered blind. Why didn’t I see through this ambitious beast like you back then? But don’t worry, as long as I don’t die, the real murderer will be found to settle today’s grievances.”
He naturally knew that without evidence, he could not impeach Changsun Wuji. Even if there was evidence, how could he imprison the head of the Sun family, the leader of the Guanlong nobles, and the greatest hero of the Tang Dynasty?
This tone can only be endured, and this revenge can only be avenged in the future.
Changsun Wuji was silent for a moment, then bowed and said: "Since my uncle has misunderstood me, I don't dare to bother him anymore, so as not to make my uncle angry... I would like to express my condolences and take care of myself. Please take my leave for the time being."
Gao Shilian had closed his eyes and ignored him.
He firmly believed that Gao Zhenxing's death was closely related to Changsun Wuji, but his enemy was powerless for a while. He was afraid that if he took one more look, he would be violent and bite this beast to death!
Changsun Wuji bowed his arms to the ground, stood up, turned around and walked out of the main hall.
Just as he reached the door, he heard a clutter of footsteps outside the door, and a servant said: "Fang Shaobao has come to express his condolences. Please inform Erlang immediately."
Changsun Wuji was startled, and quickly walked out the door. As soon as he walked out of the door, he heard someone shouting: "It turns out to be Duke Zhao. I will give you a courtesy!"
Changsun Wuji had no choice but to stop and follow the sound, and saw Fang Jun, wearing a black straight jacket, standing on the side of the door and bowing to him...
"It turns out it's Fang Shaobao. He doesn't have any gifts or gifts. Did he come to Gao Mansion to express his condolences?"
Changsun Wuji stood with his hands behind his back, with a smile on his face, showing the demeanor of an elder.