Although Li Shimin finally decided that several adult princes would each supervise an army, there is certainly a difference between being the leader and eating from the same big pot.
The more Li Tai thought about it, the angrier he became. He had already suppressed Li Chengqian, but was disturbed by Yang Fan's stick.
Not only was Li Chengqian not defeated, but he also suddenly emerged as the King of Wu, Li Ke, who was really in trouble.
A surge of anger emerged from the bottom of his heart, and Li Tai wished he could drink Yang Fan's blood and eat Yang Fan's flesh.
Seeing Li Tai's rage, Xu Jingzong did not say anything to dissuade him, but stood far away for fear of harming Chi Yu.
It was impossible for Li Tai to feel calm after the fat in his mouth was spread out, not to mention that it was an important step to reach the supreme position.
However, Xu Jingzong was not afraid at all, not to mention that he was a close minister of His Majesty Li Er, not to mention that he had already done the best within his capabilities.
Even though everything failed in the end, it can't be blamed on him. It wasn't that he was too incompetent, but that guy Yang Fan was too cunning.
Furthermore, he risked his wealth and career to clearly support Li Tai in the Tai Chi Palace, which was enough for Li Tai to record this credit.
If Li Tai dares to add insult to injury now, or even get angry at him, then who else will dare to follow Li Tai in the future?
Li Tai vented for a while, and his mood gradually calmed down. He also knew that fighting for the position of crown prince requires enough patience. Long-term planning cannot be achieved overnight, but he was just a little angry.
Li Tai slowly raised his head and asked Xu Jingzong: "Xu Shizhong, is there any room for redemption in this matter?"
Now that his anger has been vented, Li Tai certainly has to think about business.
Xu Jingzong took two steps forward, saluted Li Tai, and sighed: "Your Majesty's golden words, how can you say that you can change it if you can?"
Of course, Li Tai also knew that the matter was probably a done deal, but he was just unwilling to give up.
When he thought of the culprit, Li Tai became angry and said angrily: "That guy Yang Fan is so hateful. Is that guy's horoscope born to be in conflict with me? Every time I meet that guy, nothing good will happen."
Xu Jingzong lowered his head, a real smile appeared on his face, his two small eyes rolled a few times, and he said: "Why don't Your Highness take the opportunity to get rid of that guy?"
Li Tai was stunned for a moment, then overjoyed: "Is there any way?"
Xu Jingzong raised his head and said confidently: "I heard that Your Majesty plans to let Marquis Zhongyi be responsible for escorting grain and grass. As the supervisor, why not..."
Li Tai hesitated, but finally refused: "No, sending troops to Tibet is a major matter for the country. If you cause trouble with that guy, if the Tang army is defeated, won't I have to bear a lot of infamy? Besides, now I only have
Responsible for supervising the army along the way, even if you want to cause trouble, you are unable to do so."
Xu Jingzong smiled slightly and said meaningfully: "Of course I don't dare to joke about the future and destiny of the empire, but after the Tang Dynasty defeated Tubo, the army under the jurisdiction of His Highness King Wei had riots due to the shortage of food and grass. Do you think Your Majesty will
Hold relevant people accountable?”
Li Taiteng stood up with a loud sound, feeling that his fat body was much lighter, and he suddenly realized: "Xu Qing's meaning is unfounded..."
"That's it. Is His Highness still angry?" Xu Jingzong smiled and said nothing, but slightly tilted his head and stroked his beard proudly.
Li Tai laughed loudly: "I must make that stick go around in vain, make him regret going against me, and let those vacillating courtiers know that I am my father's most beloved prince, and also my father's favorite prince.
The one who is most suitable to succeed the crown prince."
Xu Jingzong praised him at the right time: "His Royal Highness has the right timing, the right location, and the right people and people. It can be said that he has been destined by destiny. The position of Crown Prince is within his pocket. When His Highness returns in triumph, great things can be expected."
Seeing that Xu Jingzong was so successful, Li Tai was all depressed and in a good mood, a little excited. As his four little eyes looked at each other, the two of them burst into triumphant laughter in the Palace of Wei.
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In the Ganlu Hall, Yang Fan raised his eyes impatiently and glanced at His Majesty Li Er.
What's the point of calling him over without saying a word? Is it really because he's full?
Yang Fan, who had stood for half an hour, began to think wildly.
Li Shimin snorted angrily, and looked even more angry when he looked at Yang Fan, who was standing there leisurely and silently.
His entire handsome face was distorted, and the flesh of his cheeks bulged directly. You could almost imagine that his teeth were about to be bitten off.
With a bang, a table was kicked away by His Majesty Li Er, and the porcelain bottle on the table rolled and flew far away, falling on the carpet and rolling around.
This sudden change frightened the palace maids, and the chamberlain immediately knelt down and trembled. He had never seen His Majesty Li Er so angry, fearing that Chi Yu would be harmed.
"You bastard, are you trying to force me to chop off your head? You're so angry with me! That's unreasonable! In your last life, you had a grudge against my Tai'er or something? Why are you so stubborn with him? Didn't I already hint to you?
"
His Majesty Li Er was so angry that he could hardly control himself. The veins on his forehead were like earthworms, and his face was as ferocious as a beast. His previous gentle and gentle temperament had long been forgotten.
Even though Wang Huangui, the old eunuch beside him, was deeply trusted, he did not dare to admonish him at this moment. The emperor's wrath was unstoppable.
Although Wei Zheng is famous for his direct advice, after following His Majesty Li Er for decades, he has never seen His Majesty so angry.
In the whole world, only the Zhongyi Marquis in front of me dares to do this to His Majesty!
His Majesty Li Er sat back on the couch with a golden sword, stared at Yang Fan with tiger eyes, and breathed heavily for a long time before he calmed down a little.
Seeing Yang Fan with his head drooped and an indifferent look on his face, Li Shimin asked angrily: "Are you aware of your guilt?"
Seeing His Majesty Li Er's appearance, Yang Fan couldn't help but say nothing. He raised his head and said in a dignified voice: "What crime is the minor minister guilty of? If it is wrong to do it for the country and the country of the Tang Dynasty, then the humble minister is willing to take the blame."
This made Li Shimin laugh angrily, and said coldly: "If you don't give me a reason, you can go to the prison first!"
Yang Fan was a little surprised. In feudal society, people really couldn't talk nonsense. His Majesty Li Er was a little too authoritarian, but he asked in a leisurely manner: "Your Majesty, is it true that you are willing to store money easily?"
As soon as these words came out, the maids and chamberlains in the palace turned pale with fear. No matter how His Majesty Li Er answered, those who heard the news would not end well.
Even Li Er's confidant, the old eunuch Wang Huangui, did not dare to take a breath at this time. Marquis Zhongyi was too bold and dared to ask such an ignorant question.
Apparently, His Majesty Li Er had not lost his mind. He was stunned at first, and then his face became a little uncertain, and he waved his hands to the palace maids and chamberlains who were kneeling on the ground uneasily.
After these people went out, His Majesty Li Er suddenly asked in a cold voice: "So what if it is? So what if it is not? Don't you want to interfere in the royal affairs?"