Li Xian and others did what they said and immediately went to Gaozong's palace to intercede for Li Jingxuan. Originally, according to Li Xian's intention, this time all the cronies of both sides must be gathered together to jointly put pressure on Gaozong and force Gaozong to do so.
Zong agreed, but Li Xian advised him that having too many people might not be effective, but might arouse Emperor Gaozong's resentment. What's more, over time, it would be a warning to the enemy. If Empress Wu learned the news, it is estimated that all the people in the court would be killed.
Even if officials above the property level were brought in, they might not be able to force Empress Wu to change her mind.
Therefore, Li Xian, who felt justified, did not insist on it anymore, but just invited several prime ministers to go to Gaozong's palace to ask for orders.
However, Li Jingxuan, who was a party involved, did not go. At this time, Li Xian gave him an idea. He suffered a sudden stroke and was unable to make the trip. He also asked his son Li Sichong to write a memorial to show that he could not go to war.
The group of people soon arrived at Gaozong's palace. When the group of people came outside the palace, the servant guarding the door saw that several prime ministers had joined forces with the prince, and the king of Zhou came to "kill" them together. He was already frightened.
Looking pale, he immediately went in and reported to Gaozong.
Emperor Gaozong was shocked when he heard that so many people had come, but all the ministers were here. As the monarch, how could he not receive them? So he had to order them in with mixed feelings.
When Emperor Gaozong saw the four prime ministers Li Yiyan, Dai Zhide, Zhang Wenguan, and Hao Chujun, and the brothers Li Xian and Li Xian, they all arrived. He felt quite embarrassed, so he shouted: "Li Aiqing, Dai Aiqing, Zhang Aiqing, Hao Aiqing,
Xian'er, Xian'er, you are all here, haha, sit down, come here, please sit down."
Gaozong naturally knew what they were doing, but he didn't give them a chance at first. He took his two sons and the four prime ministers, the head of the Dong family and the Li family, to talk about it, thinking that he would be tired after a while.
, and then let them leave.
However, he did not expect that he had just chatted for a few words when Prince Li Xian suddenly interrupted: "Father, in fact, my son, the four prime ministers and the seventh brother came here for an important matter. Please invite Father.
Granted."
While Li Xian was talking, he actually started to pay homage.
Following Li Xian, the four prime ministers and Li Xian also followed closely behind and saluted Emperor Gaozong.
"You guys, what are you doing? Why did you suddenly perform such a grand ceremony?" Gaozong couldn't help but panic when he saw this, and kept saying.
But he heard Li Xian immediately say: "What my father, sons and ministers are asking of me this time is for Prime Minister Li to go to resist Tibet. My father doesn't know about it. Prime Minister Li has no military knowledge. If he leads the troops there,
It's okay to delay yourself, but how innocent are those 180,000 soldiers? These are 180,000 loyal and brave men of the Tang Dynasty. They pay rent for the country in peacetime, and fight bravely for the safety of the world in wartime, risking their lives.
If you meet a general who is proficient in military affairs and is victorious in all battles, he can still make great contributions to the country. Even if he sacrifices his life, it is worth it. But if you meet a general like Li Xiang who is not knowledgeable in military affairs, you will face a lot of difficulties.
Not only was he defeated, but his life was also difficult to protect. My father is the Son of the Holy Ming Dynasty, and he has universal benevolence in his heart. I believe that I cannot bear the death of those 180,000 soldiers because of unclear generals. Therefore, I beg my father to take back his life and spare Li Xiangtao.
The chief general of the river march and other military positions will be selected and other famous generals will go there. In this way, the 180,000 soldiers will be very lucky, the country will be very lucky, and the world will be very lucky."
After finishing speaking, Li Xian once again saluted Gao Zong and kowtowed repeatedly.
Seeing Li Xian's performance, Li Xian couldn't help but sneer secretly. The reason why Li Xian volunteered like this was naturally to gain a good reputation and also to gain praise from his father, but these are really not important to Li Xian.
In Li Xian's mind, as long as he can protect these 180,000 soldiers, Li Xian can play the zither as much as he wants. What's more, such a performance is also dangerous, because the one who bears the brunt will definitely incur the most hatred from the enemy.
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Gaozong nodded when he heard this, then sighed softly, and said with a bitter smile: "Li Jingxuan is not familiar with military affairs, so why don't I know about this? But Mei Niang said it well, how many choices does Li Jingxuan have?
The official came from his sect? He is also connected with the Li family of Zhao County, and has married three times with Shandong nobles. How can such a huge power be reassuring? Xian'er, don't look at this guy now like a bereaved dog, but
Once he is given a chance, he will definitely threaten the imperial power. My father is already old now. How many years can he live? But once you become the emperor, this man will definitely be a powerful minister. My father tried his best to catch him with great difficulty.
You have a chance to deal with this Li Jingxuan, but you don't know how to use your father's intentions to plead for that guy. Alas, my father really doesn't know whether you are smart or stupid? But no matter what, today you proposed those 180,000 soldiers.
If my father turns a blind eye, he will be considered a tyrant. This is a crime that my father really dares not bear. Hey, you have forced my father into a dead end."
After thinking for a moment, Gaozong saw Li Xian who was silent on the side and asked again: "How did Xian'er see it?"
Li Xian bowed and said: "To inform my father, I believe that the prince is so benevolent and righteous, which is really a blessing for the country. If 180,000 soldiers live because of the prince's words, the name of the prince's benevolence will surely be spread throughout the country."
Government and opposition parties, this is a wealth more valuable than anything else."
Li Xian's meaning is actually very obvious. If Li Xian does this, he will definitely gain great reputation. Compared with these reputations, what is Li Jingxuan's threat? Even the lives of 180,000 soldiers are nothing.
Gaozong naturally heard the meaning of Li Xian's words. He thought that Empress Wu had become more and more powerful recently, the prince could not control him at all, and the court was almost in a one-sided situation. This made him feel more and more powerless. Now
When Li Xian said this, he felt that it was an opportunity for the prince to rise. However, he thought again that there was still a problem that needed to be solved, so he decided to hand over this problem to the prince to test his ability. Therefore, Gaozong's eyes suddenly
As soon as Liang Liang came, he praised Li Xian and said: "It is indeed commendable that my son can have a kind heart and ask for the life of those 180,000 soldiers. However, my will has been issued. It is against etiquette to take back the life. What can I do?
?Can my son make a plan for me?"
At this moment, a cold snort was heard: "Do you mean you are benevolent? You are obviously hypocritical, trying to earn a reputation for yourself, but not caring about your father's reputation at all. Hmph, a decree is like a splash.
How can you take back the water that has gone out? You clearly have ulterior motives to gain reputation for yourself by damaging the reputation of your father. What's more, it is also to retain Li Jingxuan and form a party for your own benefit, right?"
The voice was cold and high-pitched. As soon as the people present heard it, they knew it was Empress Wu. They were all shocked, and some even lamented. It seemed that there was no hope this time.
After hearing what Empress Wu said, Emperor Gaozong's expression suddenly turned gloomy.
"This, this, my hateful queen mother, why are you here at this time?" When Li Xian saw Empress Wu arriving and pointed out his purpose to the point, he couldn't help feeling a little flustered, and he immediately started to complain.
Li Xian, who was on the side, saw Li Xian's expression, and felt a little contempt in his heart. This guy was heartless and courageous. Seeing Empress Wu was like a mouse seeing a cat. He really had no hope. If he had waited a little longer, he would probably
The lives of these 180,000 soldiers can no longer be saved. It seems that at this critical period, we must take action ourselves.
Thinking of this, Li Xian immediately stepped forward and said loudly: "My father, my mother, my queen, and my sons and ministers cannot agree with this. The prince and brother are dedicated to the country and the country, and they have benevolence in their hearts. By asking for the lives of those 180,000 soldiers, they are not harming my father."
The emperor's reputation, and improving his own reputation is really the right thing to do, and he has to do it. What's more, the prince does this really to protect the reputation of his father.
Countless soldiers were killed and injured, let alone after a defeat? Li Xiang did not understand military affairs and fought against the famous general Garqin Ling. He dared to predict that he would be defeated. And in this inevitable defeat, could 100 of the 180,000 soldiers survive? 10
Eighty thousand soldiers were killed and injured, which not only questioned the father's ability to recognize people, but also inspired the ambitions of the Garqin Mausoleum. At the same time, the war on the border was eroded, and how many lives were needed to make up for it? Therefore, my sons and ministers are willing to follow the prince and pay tribute to him.
The father, the emperor, and the empress resisted, hoping that the father, the emperor, and the empress would take back their orders, remove Prime Minister Li from the military post, and appoint another famous general with experience in commanding troops to fight. In this way, it would really be a blessing for the 180,000 soldiers, a blessing for the country, and even more
What a blessing to the world!"
After Li Xian finished speaking, Hao Chujun also nodded and said: "Your Majesty, the Queen of Heaven, and the ministers also believe that what King Zhou said is right. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's request for orders for 180,000 soldiers is the true expression of inner kindness.
For the sake of our great cause of the Tang Dynasty, and also to protect His Majesty's wisdom, Li Jingxuan is not familiar with military affairs, how can he be qualified to lead the army? Based on his experience in leading troops to Goguryeo, I judge that if Li Jingxuan is allowed to lead the army this time, our army will undoubtedly be defeated.
, what the King of Zhou just said is very good, if one general achieves great success, there will also be many casualties, let alone a battle that is bound to be defeated? The lives of 180,000 soldiers are definitely not a trivial matter, please forgive me, Your Majesty.
At the request of the ministers, I will be given the military post of Jingxuan."
After Hao Chujun finished speaking, Li Xian, Dai Zhide, Zhang Wenguan and others also immediately came forward, raised their hands to Gaozong and said: "I and others (sons and ministers) second the proposal, and please your majesty (father and emperor) and the queen (mother and queen) think twice.
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"Huh? What's the matter? Are you trying to force me into the palace? You are so brave!" Seeing this, Empress Wu couldn't help but raised her eyebrows, stared at everyone, and scolded sternly.
With the support of everyone, Li Xian began to become tougher and said loudly: "I don't dare, but I dare to ask my father and mother for my life for the sake of justice and national destiny. I also ask my father and mother for permission."
, in this way, not only the 180,000 soldiers, but also the common people in the world will be grateful for the wisdom of my father and mother!"
"Hello, you, you are so kind..." Empress Wu looked livid, pointed at Li Xian, Li Xian and others, and said loudly.
At this moment, Shangguan Wan'er was suddenly heard coming in to report: "Your Majesty, the Queen of Heaven, Zhongshu ordered Li Jingxuan to report that yesterday Prime Minister Li suffered a sudden stroke and was unable to fight against Tibet. I feel guilty. Please forgive me, Your Majesty and the Queen of Heaven.
"(To be continued.) This chapter has been completed!
