Hearing this, Changsun Chong interjected without anger: "Chen Guogong is right. Although Yang Fan is cunning and insidious, he is indeed unique in some heresy."
"It was because of his carelessness this time that someone fell into his trap and caused the Changsun family to lose several mines. If we face that kid next time, we must be extra careful!"
Seeing that the two big arms were not dealing with Yang Fan, Li Chengqian was in a dilemma.
Speaking of which, Li Chengqian and Yang Fan actually don't have any big differences.
Last time, Yang Fan gave him some special advice and coincided with his idea of building a cement road, which made Li Chengqian have a good impression of Yang Fan.
Of course, Li Chengqian could not give up on Hou Junji and Changsun Chong.
After all, whether it is Hou Junji or Changsun Chong, the power and resources represented behind him are a strong guarantee for the position of the prince.
As a result, Li Chengqian could only laugh and said: "Come on, let's not talk about this troublesome thing. The tea is almost cold, hurry up and try it!"
"Thank you, Your Highness!" Hou Junji and Chang Sun Chong raised their teacups and drank the whole cup in one gulp.
Putting down the tea cup, Hou Junji hesitated for a moment and sighed: "What a good tea. This Yang Fan is really good. Not only is the tea good, but he also has the ability to control wind and rain. Not only did he resolve the pressure from the aristocratic family on His Majesty, but he also made great achievements in one fell swoop."
Send Mr. Cui of Qinghe to the guillotine, you can’t accept it!”
After hearing Hou Junji's words, Changsun Chong's smile froze slightly, and he was a little jealous in his heart, but soon his expression relaxed again, and he said without anger: "There are rumors in the public that Yang Fan has the ability to make wind and rain, and a certain person actually knows it best...
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"Your Majesty asked for rain that day. It was all Yang Fan's fault. Although I don't know what means Yang Fan used to make it suddenly rain, but Yang Fan absolutely cannot control the weather. I can guarantee it!"
Hou Junji asked curiously: "Didn't you personally participate in the rainfall? You don't even know what methods Yang Fan used?"
Changsun Chong's face turned red and he hesitated: "Yang Fan is very cautious. The most important part of the rainfall is operated by his cronies, so no one else knows about it!"
Hou Junji said regretfully: "That boy is indeed cunning, but I'm afraid his good days will be short."
Changsun Chong asked in confusion: "How do you say this?"
It stands to reason that Yang Fan shattered the family's conspiracy to intimidate His Majesty in one fell swoop.
Pulling His Majesty Li Er out of the quagmire of "sinful one's edict" will definitely make Long Yan very happy.
It might be a bit exaggerated to say that His Majesty Li Er was saved from danger.
But this rain not only relieved the emperor's siege, but also allowed the people in Guanzhong to carry out spring plowing smoothly. It is certain that the emperor's trust is high.
It stands to reason that no matter what wrong things Yang Fan did at this time, or who caused trouble for Yang Fan, His Majesty Li Er must do his best to protect Yang Fan.
What's more, Yang Fan is the technical chief of the Firearms Supervision Bureau, and his status is no worse than Li Xiaogong.
Such an important position makes countless people envious and jealous. How can there be no good days?
Changsun Chong couldn't figure out the reason!
Although Changsun Chong was the Young Inspector of Firearms Supervision and took charge of the post of General of the Left Guard on his behalf, he was still quite far away from the real center, and the amount of information obtained was relatively small.
More importantly, the comparative political sensitivity is far less than that of an experienced person like Hou Junji, so it feels a bit strange.
Although Changsun Chong was confused, Li Chengqian knew it and said slowly: "The Cui family in Qinghe was arrested, and I heard that all the Qiu queens were executed. These families did not dare to face their father directly, so they could only vent their anger on Yang Fan.
, I heard that these aristocratic families have united to impeach Yang Fan, but they were temporarily suppressed by my father, but these people don't seem to give up."
Hearing this, Changsun Chong changed his mind and was overjoyed.
It seems that Yang Fan is in danger!
The reason why Changsun Chong came here today was to let Li Chengqian take action to deal with Yang Fan together.
Who knew that Yang Fan was so annoying that so many people disliked him? God help me!
The fate of the Cui family of Qinghe was so miserable that those wealthy families could not help but feel uneasy, fearing that they would be the next one.
But they didn't dare to be tough with His Majesty Li Er, so all their anger must be vented on Yang Fan, the culprit!
These people united and almost forced His Majesty Li Er to issue an edict to punish himself.
Such a huge amount of energy could not crush Yang Fan into ashes?
Even if Yang Fan is favored again, the emperor cannot always protect him!
Thinking of this, Changsun Chong felt very happy and couldn't help but giggle.
If this was not the East Palace, Changsun Chong would probably have to look up to the sky and laugh three times!
Changsun Chong thought fiercely.
Yang Fan, do you have this day too?!
There is no doubt that the humiliation and injury Changsun Chong suffered from Yang Fan almost made him a laughing stock in the whole court.
Not only were rumors flying around between Princess Changle and Yang Fan, but His Majesty Li Er, who had always valued him, became estranged after he and Princess Changle reconciled.
He wished he could cut Yang Fan into pieces so that he could get rid of the hatred in his heart!
Now that Yang Fan's end is coming, how can we not make him laugh?
Although these aristocratic families may not necessarily be able to kill Yang Fan, as long as Yang Fan no longer has the emperor to rely on.
His eldest son, Sun Chong, could easily press Yang Fan to the ground and rub it, and do whatever he wanted!
Looking at Changsun Chong who was gloating about his misfortune, Hou Junji smiled disdainfully.
In his view, only incompetent people would expect others to avenge themselves.
Such gloating over misfortune shows that Changsun Chong is narrow-minded, timid and cowardly, and is not someone who can achieve great things at all!
If it weren't for Changsun Wuji behind him, Hou Junji would never have dealt with such a waste.
However, this is also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Li Chengqian.
Then Hou Junji interjected: "Your Highness, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! If this matter is used properly, there will be great potential?"
Li Chengqian's face was filled with confusion and confusion.
What does the fight between the aristocratic family and Yang Fan have to do with him, the prince?
Before Li Chengqian could ask his doubts, Hou Junji explained: "Your Highness, the reason why the aristocratic families have united to deal with Yang Fan this time is not because Yang Fan is so powerful that he needs the aristocratic families to unite."
"If Wei Chen's prediction is correct, these people must be afraid of Yang Fan and are deeply afraid of offending Yang Fan. This is the reason why they deal with Yang Fan. You must know that everything Yang Fan does is against the family."
"If the prince can help them and deal with Yang Fan together with them, or even make some guarantees, he will surely win over the loyalty of the powerful family."
"Once these people stand behind His Highness, His Highness's position as Crown Prince will be as secure as gold, and even further advancement is not impossible!"
Changsun Chong was overjoyed when he heard Hou Junji's suggestion, and hurriedly said: "General Hou is right. At this time, the family members are in panic, for fear that if Yang Fan is offended, your majesty will attack them again."
"If His Highness can raise his arms at this time, he will definitely respond to his call. In addition, Your Highness is the first choice for the throne. With the support of these people, great things can be expected."
After hearing the words of the two men, Li Chengqian's silent heart suddenly became filled with hope.
What are the family members most afraid of?
Of course, they were afraid that the imperial court would support poor families and gradually deprive them of the wealth they had enjoyed for generations and deprive them of their superior privileges.
If you want to become an official, you can no longer rely on recommendation. Instead, you will have to take the imperial examination with a bunch of idiots.
This is taking away the backbone of the family, and they will never accept it!
That's why the aristocratic family dared to risk the entire family to be destroyed, hoping to force His Majesty Li Er to surrender to them.
And all this was ruined by Yang Fan.
The most important thing is that Yang Fan's actions forced them to do this.
Whether it is the reform of the imperial examination, the tampering of the imperial examination documents, or the improvement of printing and papermaking...
All of Yang Fan's actions seemed to be aimed at aristocratic families and clans, and were all intended to weaken the power of aristocratic clans and clans.
Of course, they would not allow Yang Fan to continue to exist for such a person who was born to oppose the family.
Now that they are dealing with Yang Fan together, all they need to do is express their stance and stand on the same front as them.
At the same time, he promised that after he ascends the throne, he will completely abolish the imperial examination and still adopt the previous official selection system. He will definitely get the full support of these aristocratic families!
The energy of these guys has been clearly demonstrated in the storm that just ended.
Although these aristocratic families fell short in the end, even the Cui family of Qinghe was executed by everyone.
But think about it, even the wise and mighty His Majesty Li Er almost gave in.
The more he thought about it, the heavier Li Chengqian's breathing became.
The throne of the emperor!
Who doesn’t want to experience the power of holding the world in your hands and controlling life and death with just one word?
Li Chengqian subconsciously licked his lips, feeling very moved.
However, as soon as this impulse arose, it was suppressed by another thought.
If I dare to do this, wouldn't I be on the opposite side of His Majesty Li Er?
His Majesty Li Er has always tried his best to suppress the family members.
Even at the risk of chaos, these forces must be eradicated completely.
Is it really okay for me to openly challenge the emperor and support these aristocratic families in order to keep my position as crown prince?
Although this time we are dealing with Yang Fan, the person standing behind Yang Fan is His Majesty Li Er!
Rather than saying it is a game between the family and Yang Fan, it is better to say it is another battle between the family and the emperor.
It's just that Yang Fan is in the front.
Furthermore, since even His Majesty Li Er is so afraid of these aristocratic families.
Even if he becomes emperor in the future, it is still unclear whether he can firmly control these aristocratic families.
If you are a little careless, won't you be attacked by these aristocratic families?
The more he thought about it, the more frightened he became, and Li Chengqian shivered.
By that time, I am afraid that the Li family will be at the mercy of the family, and Li Chengqian will also become a sinner through the ages!
But Li Chengqian was a little unwilling!
If you can get the support of these aristocratic families, your chances of ascending to the throne will definitely increase.
But it may lead to being coerced by these aristocratic families, and the consequences are extremely unpredictable.
Li Chengqian was a little hesitant as to how to choose.
Seeing Li Chengqian's expression changing, Changsun Chong became a little anxious and quickly encouraged him: "Your Highness, what is there to be worried about? If you look forward and backward, you will regret it too late in the end."
"His Royal Highness the King of Wei is now deeply favored by His Majesty. If His Highness the King of Wei takes the first step, his life may be in turmoil."
"Besides, we are dealing with Yang Fan, not His Majesty. What does Your Highness have to worry about?"
Speaking of which, in the entire Tang Dynasty, Chang Sun Chong was probably the person who most wanted Yang Fan to have his head removed.
After all, since Yang Fan appeared, Changsun Chong was not only the first person of the younger generation to be robbed of his limelight by Yang Fan, but his wife, Princess Changle, also became entangled with Yang Fan.
Coupled with several defeats at the hands of Yang Fan, old and new grudges clouded his mind.
As for the consequences of Li Chengqian's dealings with Yang Fan, Changsun Chong didn't care whether Li Chengqian could succeed in his bid for the throne.
Perhaps in my heart, I most hope that it would be best for both of them to suffer losses.
Seeing Li Chengqian's move, Hou Junji also quickly advised: "Your Highness, this opportunity must not be missed, and it will never come back again!"
Hou Junji didn't have much interest in dealing with Yang Fan.
But if dealing with Yang Fan can increase Li Chengqian's chances of ascending to the throne, Hou Junji will definitely do it without hesitation.
He has always been arrogant and conceited, believing that his talents and abilities are among the best in the world.
But in recent years, he had to succumb to Li Jing, Li Ji and others.
It's okay that he can't compete with these military gods with great military achievements.
But Cheng Yaojin and Yuchi Gong were both on par with him, so of course Hou Junji quit!
What's more important is that His Majesty Li Er doesn't seem to like him very much.
I feel that I have more trust in people like Cheng Yaojin and Yu Chigong than I do in him.
Hou Junji is very familiar with His Majesty Li Er's character.
Once he doesn't trust you, it will be even harder to get reused.
But Hou Junji doesn’t want to stop there!
The position of a powerful and powerful general could not satisfy his inner desires at all.
What Hou Junji needs is the position of Three Dukes that is superior to all civil servants and military generals.
As a result, he set his sights on Li Chengqian, who was indecisive and had a relatively weak personality.
As for the most favored King of Wei, Hou Junji never considered it.
After all, King Li Tai of Wei is more ruthless and much smarter than Li Chengqian. This kind of person is difficult to control.
Seeing Hou Junji unite with him, Changsun Chong just smiled and did not interrupt, but he despised Hou Junji in his heart.
Of course he knew that Hou Junji had always been jealous of his father Changsun Wuji's position as Sikong, and obviously he was also concerned about the position of the Third Duke.
It's just that this guy doesn't even take a look, he just fights and kills a big boss. If he wants to be one of the Three Lords, wouldn't it make people laugh?
Of course, Changsun Chong's focus was more on Li Chengqian.
However, he found that Li Chengqian's attitude seemed to be different today.
In the past, if I had seen such a huge opportunity, I would have rushed forward without hesitation and grabbed this life-saving straw.
What is the reason for being so hesitant today?
Changsun Chong's mind was racing, thinking hard to see if there was any way to get Li Chengqian to make a decision as soon as possible.
As for Li Chengqian, it was still difficult to make up his mind due to his personality.
If you agree, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. As long as you express your stance, you can easily gain their support.
If it were another time, even if he came to post a post, those guys who were too ambitious would probably not take him as a prince seriously.
You know, when His Majesty Li Er wanted to marry these aristocratic families, these guys flatly refused, looking down on the royal family at all.
Of course, what worries Li Chengqian even more is that he doesn't know how important Yang Fan is in His Majesty Li Er's heart!
If His Majesty Li Er tried his best to protect Yang Fan, he would definitely be going against the emperor, which would simply be seeking death.
If His Majesty Li Er gets angry, he may be deposed immediately as the crown prince.
Of course, the most important thing was that Yang Fan's original words had an effect.
Li Chengqian felt that what Yang Fan said made sense.
As long as he plays his duty and behaves himself, he is the natural successor to the throne, and no one can disturb his status.
After all, His Majesty Li Er came to the throne in a shady way, and there is no way he would let his sons follow in his footsteps.
Abandoning the elders and establishing the young is tantamount to setting a bad example for future generations.
His Majesty Li Er has set such a bad example himself once, and of course he cannot allow his descendants to do the same!
Thinking of this, Li Chengqian decided to wait and see, so he said: "I heard that this time in the Firearms Prison, Yang Fan improved the method of steelmaking and made great contributions to the court. My father will definitely not give up on such a meritorious figure.
Decide, stay out of it for the time being and wait until things become clear before making a decision!"
As soon as these words came out, Hou Junji and Changsun Chong were a little unbelievable.
I really don't know how this prince could change like this.
You know, this prince has a very soft ear.
In the past, His Highness the Crown Prince had long agreed to their exhortations.
Just as the two were about to persuade them again, there was a knocking sound outside the house, and then they heard a report.
"Your Highness, Princess Changle sent someone to report that she was rushing to the temple fair today and decided to go to Caotang Temple in Zhongnan Mountain to pray for blessings. I wonder if Your Highness has time to go?"
Hearing this, Li Chengqian was immediately overjoyed, so he hurriedly said: "If you ask someone to go and reply, I will be here right away."
It came at the perfect time, and he was a little afraid of listening to Hou Junji's advice again, fearing that he would become soft-hearted!
When he heard that Princess Changle was going to attend the temple fair, Changsun Chong still remembered the advice and quickly requested: "Your Highness, it takes some distance to get to Zhongnan Mountain. In order to prevent the young people from offending, why not let me protect the safety of Your Highness and his party!"
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In his opinion, the reason why Princess Changle has not chosen a new consort for so long must be because of her old love. This is a good opportunity for him to pursue her again.
Li Chengqian pondered for a moment and nodded: "Okay, go and prepare. We will set off in half an hour."
Seeing this scene, Hou Junji swallowed back the words that came to his lips.
His Highness the Crown Prince has obviously made a decision, and if he tries to persuade him any further, it will only be counterproductive.
Therefore, he could only secretly signal to Changsun Chong to find an opportunity to persuade the Crown Prince again.