Li Ji prided himself on being public-minded and without any selfish thoughts. However, his stance was almost unacceptable to Li Chengqian.
We can't blame Li Chengqian for being narrow-minded. In fact, although the position of "emperor" is the best in the world and speaks of the Constitution, it is also the most dangerous profession in the world. When the two major military factions merge into one, for a certain purpose. To the emperor, working side by side was like sitting on pins and needles, like a thorn in the back.
I dare not close my eyes while sleeping...
Under the crisis, Li Chengqian said vaguely, "This is a serious matter, we will discuss it later" and hastily ended the meeting.
Back in the palace, Li Chengqian sat on the chair feeling angry and frightened. He couldn't figure out why Fang Jun did this. With his trust in Fang Jun, no one could compare to him. He only had to wait for Li If he becomes an official with old age, then there is no doubt that Fang Jun is the number one person in the court.
Moreover, Fang Jun's usual indifference and disdain for fame and wealth does not seem like he intends to monopolize military power...
Then why did Jian Yan set up a so-called "Privy Council" to completely isolate him, the emperor, from having much influence on the army?
Although he didn't think Fang Jun wanted to evade him and turn him, the emperor, into a puppet, the strong sense of crisis still frightened him.
However, compared with this sense of crisis, what made him even more frustrated and angry was his loss of control over the current situation, and his feeling of powerlessness in the face of Fang Jun's advice.
He knew that the establishment of the "Privy Council" would greatly restrict the power of the emperor, but he was helpless and could only stay depressed in the palace...
Queen Su brought some maids to serve tea, and placed a few plates of exquisite pastries on the coffee table. Then she gently gathered her skirt and sat on one side. Looking at Li Chengqian's depressed expression with furrowed brows, she said curiously: "Yes. Ministers, do you have any problems that make it difficult for Your Majesty to decide?"
But I was a little disappointed in my heart. Li Chengqian had been on the throne for a long time and had basically secured the throne, but he still had such an impetuous character that was full of joy and anger. Not only was he completely different from Emperor Taizong, but he was also comparable to those wise monarchs in history books. The comparison is quite different.
It is not a good thing for an emperor to easily reveal his emotions so that others can easily "guess the holy will"...
Li Chengqian took a sip of tea and explained the situation in the imperial study.
Finally, he complained to the queen: "Do you think Fang Jun is crazy? Not to mention that he shouldn't advise me on this matter. At least he should talk to me in advance and discuss it, right? In front of so many people, suddenly This suggestion left me at a loss as to how to respond."
Queen Su Shiliu frowned slightly and said angrily: "Your Majesty is right to blame, what Duke Yue did is really too much!"
Seeing that the queen did not favor Fang Jun this time but toward himself, Li Chengqian felt a little less depressed.
Unexpectedly, the Queen then said: "Perhaps Duke Yue did this for a reason? It stands to reason that a great man like him, who is broad-minded and has no love for power, would not covet power, let alone target His Majesty."
Li Chengqian: "..."
No matter what Fang Jun does, in your eyes it's all right and reasonable, right?
When I lose my temper, I act like a coward, childish and stupid?
Li Chengqian stood up suddenly: "It's unreasonable!"
He walked away with a puff of his sleeves.
Queen Su hadn't figured out the situation yet. She just tried to console her with a few words of comfort. Why did she make His Majesty angry?
Which sentence is not correct?
But after thinking about it, the queen didn't feel that she had said the wrong thing...
*****
Li Ji returned to the mansion, took a shower and changed clothes, had a brief lunch, and then went into the study. He was drinking tea alone at the coffee table by the window, thinking about everything that had happened in the study room of Wude Palace before, frowning and thinking a lot.
Why did Fang Jun suddenly propose the establishment of a new "Privy Council" to take charge of the national army and isolate the direct connection between the emperor and the army?
And why did he suddenly recommend Li Ji as the "Privy Envoy" to take charge of the "Privy Council"?
Are you really dedicated to the public good and aboveboard?
Or does it have ulterior motives and bad intentions?
Li Ji understood that as long as today's conversation in the imperial study room spreads out, as long as the "Privy Council" is established, regardless of whether he is willing to serve as the "Privy Council", the elite soldiers and generals under his command, and the Zhenguan nobles will push him to sit on it. So the location.
He himself can be indifferent to fame and fortune, and for the sake of the well-being of his family, he can stay away from the highest power for a long time, but those subordinates who follow him to fight in the north and south, east and west, will not allow him to do that. Everyone needs more power. , to obtain more benefits, he needs to be the "big brother who takes the lead" to climb to the top, so that everyone can rise with the tide.
Perhaps, this is Fang Jun’s intention?
But in this way, it is easy to give the outside world the illusion that "the two major military factions are working side by side to promote the reform of the military system." What will Your Majesty think?
I'm afraid I won't be able to sleep...
The sound of footsteps in his ears awoke Li Ji from his deep thoughts. He looked up and saw his eldest son Li Zhen pushing open the door and entering.
There was only one person in Li Ji's study who could deny access and enter directly without knocking. That was Li Zhen...
Li Ji smiled, looking at the eldest son's thin body with worry in his eyes, and said warmly: "How have you been these past two days?"
The new emperor ascended the throne, and Li Zhen was promoted to one rank, and is now the governor of Guizhou. However, last year's severe winter caused Li Zhen to contract wind and cold, and his long-term illness delayed the date of taking office. He has been recuperating at his home in Chang'an for a long time...
After saluting, Li Zhen sat on the chair, took the tea filled by his father with both hands, and said respectfully: "The child is unfilial, which makes my father worried. Recently, the weather has become warmer and the air is moist, so my health has improved a lot."
He was full of admiration for his father, and he was often apologetic because of his sickly body since childhood. Every time he saw the loving and pitiful look in his father's eyes, he felt more and more guilty.
He knew that his father had high hopes for him, hoping that he could establish a family and shoulder the inheritance of the British government. However, his body was really not up to par...
Seeing that his son was apologizing and blaming himself, Li Ji comforted him and said, "Don't worry too much about your official position and title. Your body is fundamental. Don't worry about your official position. Take good care of your body at home. As long as your body recovers, your father will definitely write to your majesty." Please seek a good position."
Li Zhen smiled and shook his head: "Father, don't worry about this. Although my son is in poor health and has no obvious talents, he has the same broad and upright mind as his father. If he can contribute to the country, it is best to be loyal to the emperor. If he cannot, We should also serve our parents and have them as children. Isn’t that a beautiful thing to share as a family?"
"Haha! You are indeed my son. You can think so. As a father, I am very pleased!"
Li Ji laughed happily, patted Li Zhen on the shoulder, and said kindly: "Don't be affected by the cynicism from the outside. You are my eldest son, and the family business I have created in my life should be inherited by you, no matter whether you are successful or famous. In a mediocre life, these are enough to make others envious and jealous, and it is inevitable to say a few harsh words. As a father, I do not expect you to become successful, nor do you expect you to inherit the so-called ambitions of your father and ancestors. As a father, I only hope that all I have The child is safe, healthy, safe and happy.”
Having been sick since childhood, Li Zhen had a somewhat cowardly, low-key and sensitive character, and was extremely concerned about cynicism from the outside world. This made him increasingly haggard, his meridians blocked, and his health deteriorating.
The British prince Li Ji, who was majestic and majestic in front of others, was full of love and affection in front of his son, and tried every means to free him from the shackles of his heart.
Li Zhen was so moved that his eyes were red. He quickly lowered his head to wipe the corners of his eyes to calm down his mood, and then asked: "I was drinking in Pingkangfang just now. I heard that Fang Jun recommended the establishment of an additional yamen to oversee the entire army, and recommended his father to serve as this yamen." The chief officer, I wonder if it is true?"
Li Ji's expression suddenly changed, and he said solemnly: "That's bad, Fang Er is indeed harboring evil intentions!"
Not even an hour after he returned home from Taiji Palace, the news had already reached Pingkangfang. It was obvious that someone deliberately spread the news. As for who spread the news, it is unclear.
Li Zhen was also deeply worried: "My father is now the number one person in the court. Although he has never been involved in government affairs, his influence in the army is unparalleled. With such status and power, he is worthy of the saying, 'It's too cold to be in high places.'" .Now that Fang Jun is doing this, what will His Majesty think?"
What do you think, Your Majesty?
Li Ji rubbed his forehead, feeling irritated: "Your Majesty, I am afraid that he is already tired of eating and restless at night! This bastard is really messing around!"
The two major factions of the military are colluding overtly or covertly, which is something that no emperor can tolerate.
But Fang Jun knew this, but still did it, there was only one reason: to force him to conceive!
Li Chengqian was forced to agree to set up such a yamen to oversee the entire army, otherwise unspeakable things might happen!
Don’t you, Li Chengqian, agree?
Well, let's just change an emperor who can agree to take the throne. Emperor Taizong has so many sons, and even Li Chengqian himself established a prince, so changing dynasties is easy...
But even if Li Chengqian is forced to agree, what's the use of sowing suspicion between the monarch and his ministers?
His Majesty has clearly taken a step back from Fang Jun and promised to consider this matter in the long run, so why is Fang Jun still so eager...
The steward of the family reported outside the door: "To inform the head of the family, the Duke of Yue has handed over a famous assassin and asked to see him at the gate of the house."
Li Ji was stunned for a moment, then waved his hand and said impatiently: "See you, see you! I don't know what bad intentions this guy has!"
The news of the establishment of the "Privy Council" spread, and it was suspected of forcing the palace. At this moment, His Majesty was staring at the two of them. As a minister, it was the time to avoid suspicion, but this guy came to visit openly. This was for fear that the Emperor would be late at night. Can you sleep and eat?
The steward hesitated for a moment: "Uh... Duke Yue has already entered the palace and is on his way here."
Li Ji's eyes widened and he was furious: "This is the British Duke's Palace, not the Duke of Liang's Palace, nor the Duke's Palace of Yue. Without me, when would his second roommate be able to enter and leave the house on his own? But I don't know?"
These gatekeepers were so brave that they would not dare to bring guests into the house without the owner's advice.
So he chased: "If it's a bastard like Li Siwen, I will definitely break his legs!"
The steward had a sad face and said helplessly: "It was the young lady who personally welcomed Duke Yue into the palace."
Li Ji's face froze with anger: "..."
There is only one person in the house who is called the "little lady", the young daughter Li Yulong who has not yet remarried after the divorce...
Li Ji touched his forehead with his hand, feeling depressed and speechless.
Thinking of his daughter's obsession with Fang Jun and her stubbornness in not marrying him, Li Ji had no choice but to lament that it is difficult to guard against domestic thieves...