Since the beginning of the Tang Dynasty, it can be said that it is the fate of princes to join a feudal clan. Needless to say, concubines have to go to join a feudal clan when they get older. Whether you like it or not, you have to go. As for legitimate sons, it is not necessarily true.
Whenever a legitimate son goes to join a feudal dynasty, it is basically due to being marginalized. In other words, it is just a punishment after the failure to seize the legitimate son. Rather than saying that joining the feudal lord is a barrier for the country, it is actually to raise it in one place and not let it go.
It is undoubtedly a good idea for him to have the opportunity to participate in the battle for the right to inherit the throne. However, the effect is unsatisfactory. Apart from that, when Taizong was still alive, his sons who had become feudal lords had no chance.
To be honest, Li You, the king of Qi, and Li Min, the king of Shu, both declared their troops to rebel against Taizong. Although they failed to succeed, the impact was extremely bad.
Li Xian had his own opinions on the issue of vassalage. In his opinion, not only was this not a good thing that was beneficial to the country, but it also planted countless time bombs for the country that could explode at any time. Not only that, it was also a matter of centralization of power.
On one hand, it also has a very bad influence. It is definitely a huge mistake for the governance of the country. If Li Xian were the emperor, he would definitely not adopt this method of arranging the royal children. In Li Xian's opinion,
, the Qing Dynasty was the most preferable in the placement of princes, and the political system of the Tang Dynasty could be used as a reference. Of course, it was not a complete copy, at least the military system had to be redesigned. In this regard, Li Xian had already
A comprehensive plan.
As far as Li Xian himself is concerned, he actually has no objection to joining the vassal state. The reason is very simple. After arriving in the vassal state, it will be a small and independent kingdom. In terms of Li Xian's methods, he will not worry about not being able to manage the place well.
There is no need to worry about being unable to build an invincible and powerful army. When it is really necessary, it is not a big deal to come to the "Qingjun side". Li Xian is not short of such courage, but the timing of vassalage must be
You have to be careful. It's not good to do it too early, and it's not good to do it too late. Considering the current situation, Li Xian does not think it is a good time to declare vassal status. The reason is very simple. There may be a big chaos in the court, and whether it is Li Xian or
Li Xian himself is far from reaching the stage of full-fledged wings. If he leaves the DPRK at this time, it will be difficult for him to come back.
Li Xian absolutely didn't want to go to this vassal, but how to resolve it gave Li Xian a headache, especially when he couldn't figure out Gaozong's true thoughts.
The prince was depressed. After hurriedly freshening up, he was not in a hurry to go to Li Xian's invitation. He sat alone in the study, silently waiting for the news to come back. However, the news did not arrive, but the King of Yin Li Xulun
Arrived first.
"Badi, come here, please have some tea. This is the Yuqian Longjing produced in Hangzhou. It is the best for soothing the mind and nourishing the mind, but it is a bit weak. I wonder if Badi can get used to it?"
Li Xian still valued his younger brother Li Xulun very much. Since he was here, he had to greet him well. Even though he knew that Li Xulun came here for a reason, Li Xian did not intend to ask, but
After welcoming him into the study, he smiled and invited Li Xulun to taste some tea.
“Good tea.”
Li Xulun's mind was obviously not on the tea. However, despite being overwhelmed by the hospitality, he still picked up the tea bowl and took a small sip. Some of them gave a perfunctory compliment, and then opened his mouth, as if he wanted to speak, but then
He still didn't say anything, he just lowered his head, looking thoughtful.
"If eighth brother thinks it's good, bring a few kilograms back and use it slowly. If it's not enough, just ask. Brother is afraid to say it, but there is still plenty of good tea."
Li Xian knew very well that Li Xulun had a calm temperament. If he wanted to say something, he would eventually speak. If he didn't want to say it, it would be in vain to ask. At this moment, seeing the hesitation on Li Xulun's face, Li Xian did not press him, but just promised with a smile.
"Thank you so much, Seventh Brother, little brother, little brother..." After listening to Li Xian's gentle words, Li Xulun suddenly raised his head and spoke as if he had made up his mind, but when the words came to his lips, he unconsciously He stopped and held it in until his face turned as red as blood.
"Don't worry, eighth brother. If you have anything to do for me, just make a deal. Why should my brother be so outspoken?"
Li Xian vaguely guessed what Li Xulun was going to say, but he didn't point it out. Instead, he smiled and explained.
"Thank you, Brother Qi, for showing your love. I will stop being pretentious. Brother Qi, I want to get rid of someone, so I want to ask Brother Qi for help." Li Xulan gritted his teeth and spoke with a red face.
"Oh? Who made Eighth Brother so angry? Let me tell you, brother, don't panic. Seventh Brother will make the decision for you!"
Hearing what Li Xulun said was so strange, Li Xian couldn't help but feel a little suspicious in his heart, but he agreed very readily.
"Ming, Chong, Yan!"
Li Xulun spoke word by word, a complicated look flashed in his eyes, which contained both shame and anger, and more importantly, disgust.
Ming Chongyan? Why did this guy have sparks with Xiaoba? It's strange! When Li Xulun said Ming Chongyan's name, Li Xian couldn't help but be stunned. For a while, he really couldn't figure out why Li Xulun was like this. I hate Ming Chongyan. You must know that Li Xulun has not yet entered the court and has never participated in court affairs. Logically speaking, it is impossible for him to have conflicts with Ming Chongyan, a foreign minister. However, after all, Li Xian is an extraordinary person with a very smart mind. , after thinking about it, I have guessed the root of the matter. It is most likely that Li Xulun broke through the ambiguity between Ming Chongyan and Empress Wu. Other than that, I am afraid there is no other explanation. ——Others may not know about the scandal between Ming Chongyan and Empress Wu, but Li Xian, who has the memory of three generations, knows it well. However, Li Xian did not intend to reveal the matter at this time, but He planned to wait until later to find opportunities to maximize the benefits of this matter. Seeing Li Xulun acting like this at this time, it was not surprising that Li Xian could guess the truth.
"What do you want me to do?"
Although he had guessed the reason why Li Xulun wanted to get rid of Ming Chongyan, Li Xian never mentioned it or even asked, but just replied calmly.
"This..." Although Li Xulun hated Ming Chongyan extremely, he was young after all, so he couldn't say anything about killing people. He held it in for a while and couldn't find a reason. Finally, he said with a grimace: "Brother Qi, I just don't want to see that guy. If Brother Qi feels like it, just drive him away."
"oh?"
Li Xian, Ming Chongyan, naturally wanted to get rid of him. Even if Li Xulun didn't say anything, Li Xian had already made this decision. All that was left was just a matter of time. However, Li Xian naturally couldn't do this. He can talk and listen to anyone, and Li Xulun is no exception. Seeing Li Xulun say this, Li Xian just said noncommittally and looked at him with a half-smile, as if he was asking, but also as if he was pondering.
"Brother Qi, you don't know that Ming Chongyan is really hateful. During today's polo match, he gave you eye drops, Brother Qi." Li Xulun tried his best to keep his composure, but after all, he had not yet developed a thick skin, so Li Xulun was
After Xian looked at him like this, he immediately lost his temper and hurriedly explained. His panicked look made it clear that he was trying to cover up the situation.
"Oh, is this happening?"
What Li Xian is now concerned about is what happened at Gaozong's house during today's polo match. At this time, facing Li Xulun, who was present, Li Xian couldn't help but want to ask what happened, but Li Xian didn't.
He didn't plan to ask directly, but took a natural approach, frowned slightly, and asked out of curiosity.
"Brother Seven, the thing is like this. When Brother Seven and Brother Eight come on stage, Na Ming Chongyan..."
Li Xulun came here with the intention of telling Li Xian what happened on the pavilion, but he was afraid that Li Xian would misunderstand him and would not be able to say anything. But now that the words have been spoken, Li Xulun no longer hesitates.
, like pouring beans into a bamboo tube, he told everything that happened on the pavilion today.
Looks like Taizong? Damn Ming Chongyan, he really let out such a stinky fart, he is really an asshole! Although Li Xianren listened silently to Li Xulun's tirade, his face was calm and calm, as if he didn't care at all, but in his heart
But the fire was already boiling inside, and I really wanted to chop that little man Ming Chongyan alive with a knife.
"Oh, that's it. Thank you eighth brother for informing me. Otherwise, I would have been kept in the dark. Don't worry, eighth brother. As the saying goes, the pure will become pure and the turbid will become turbid. As a brother, if you are upright, you won't be afraid of a crooked shadow or a mouth.
When it comes to others, you can say whatever you like. I think that with the wisdom of my father, I will never let a villain cause trouble." Although Li Xian was filled with hatred in his heart, his face remained calm and calm, and he smiled slightly.
One faction responded without any concern.
"Seventh brother, you..."
Li Xulun wanted to get rid of Ming Chongyan not entirely because Ming Chongyan had slandered Li Xian, but more because of the bad things he had with Empress Wu. But Li Xulun couldn't say this anyway, so Li Xian didn't care at all.
He suddenly became anxious and opened his mouth to persuade him, but when the words came to his mouth, he didn't know where to start. He was so anxious that he was sweating profusely.
"Eight brother, please relax. No matter whether Ming Chongyan has slandered me or not, how can I ignore my brother's request? Don't worry, I know that sooner or later, I will take the head of that little thief."
!" Li Xian waved his hand, indicating that Li Xulun didn't need to worry, and gave his assurance with a solemn expression.
"That's good. Brother Qi is busy, so I won't disturb you too much."
Hearing what Li Xian said, Li Xulun breathed a sigh of relief, but he was afraid that Li Xian would ask the real reason, so he didn't dare to stay any longer. He quickly stood up, raised his hands and said goodbye.
"That's alright. It doesn't matter if my eighth brother goes. I'll leave this matter to my brother to plan it carefully."
With such confidence, Li Xian was able to make a better living. When he heard that Li Xulun was leaving, he did not force him to stay. He stood up with a smile, accompanied Li Xulun out of the room, and asked Gao Miao to prepare.
A large bag of Yuqian Longjing was brought back to the palace by Li Xulun, and that was the end of the matter. However, when Li Xulun left and Li Xian turned around, his expression instantly darkened...