"Seventh brother, if you have something to say, just say it. As long as I can do anything for my brother, I will never disappoint my seventh brother."
Come to think of it, Li Xian has already rejected Li Hong's attempts twice. Although the two brothers have not completely fallen out with each other, they are no longer very close to each other, and it is even more difficult to say that they can work together.
Basically, at this moment, Li Xian ran over unexpectedly, which really made Li Hong feel a little bit embarrassed. He didn't think that Li Xian was showing his favor to him, but believed that there was only one thing behind Li Xian's move.
He was afraid that there was a hidden conspiracy, but Li Hong was not too worried. After pondering for a while, he laughed gently, looked at Li Xian with deep meaning, and said boldly.
"Thank you very much for your love, Brother Prince."
Li Hong's words may sound very generous and heroic at first, but in fact there is a backdoor inside - only do what can be done, and naturally cannot do what cannot be done. As for whether it can be done, that is not what Li Hong said.
As for the matter, the strangeness here has disappeared. How could a shrewd person like Li Xian not hear the secret inside? However, at this moment, Li Xian would not say anything.
I went to point it out, but smiled and thanked him, but after a long pause, he didn't continue, he just smiled.
"All of you, please step back."
Li Hong waited for a long time and saw that Li Xian was always smiling and silent. Then he came to his senses. With a wave of his hand, he pushed away all the eunuchs and maids standing in the palace, and then looked at him.
Li Xiandao: "Seventh brother, tell me what you have to say."
"Brother Prince, are you worried about Mr. Shangguan's posthumous title?" Li Xian asked directly without being pretentious.
"Oh? Seventh Brother, do you really think so?"
Li Hong obviously didn't expect that Li Xian asked such an explicit question, and couldn't help being stunned. Then he laughed in a disguised manner and asked another question without answering.
"I hope not, brother, but it's a pity..."
Li Xian shrugged his shoulders, spread his hands with a look of regret, and only said half of what he said.
"how do I say this?"
Li Xian's words hit his mark. Li Hong's expression changed instantly, but he still didn't want to admit it. He forced a smile, brushed his sleeves, and asked lightly.
"Brother Prince, Mr. Shangguan is a veteran of three dynasties. He has served in the court for many years and has always been dedicated to his work. This time, he suffered such a disaster and his body was not found. It is really a great misfortune for our court. If we don't show mercy to him, wouldn't we be the best in the world?"
Are the people feeling cold? My younger brother secretly thought that the posthumous title was Mu. Although it is a little too much, it can be used to comfort the spirit of Shangguan Lao in heaven, and it can be explained to the people of the world. There is nothing wrong with it. Do it immediately without hesitation.
We have decided that something has happened, and I ask the prince to make a decision." Li Xian put away his smile, raised his hands with a solemn expression, and talked freely and impassionedly.
"What the seventh brother said is true, but... alas, it's not that I don't want to do it because of my brother, it's just that there are constant disputes in the court, and there are even villains who are getting in the way, and things are not harmonious. What can I do?" Li Xianjin said to himself
It sounded very pleasant, but Li Hong was not a three-year-old child, so there was no way he could dance with Li Xian. In addition, he believed that Li Xian had a conspiracy, so he was very cautious, pushing the ball three, four, and five times.
After being kicked back to Li Xian's feet, I wanted to see what kind of medicine was sold in Li Xian's gourd.
"My brother, the prince, is wrong. This is a major matter in the court. How can we allow a treacherous person to do anything wrong? Although my brother is not talented, I dare to argue with him in the court. I hope that this matter can go smoothly. Please give me a warning, brother, the prince."
!" Li Xian had long expected that Li Hong would act like this, but he didn't take it to heart and expressed his attitude passionately.
"Oh? Seventh brother, do you really mean what you said?"
Li Hong couldn't help but be moved when he heard Li Xian's words - Lin Qi and others had jointly signed the book earlier. Although they did not publicly declare that it was Li Xian, Li Xian and the brothers were behind it, but everyone in the court and others were
I'm not a fool. Seeing that the three brothers were about to arm-wrestle, they were not very willing to participate. Even though many courtiers hoped to use the posthumous title for Shangguan Yi to show off the face of Empress Wu and her party, but
But he absolutely did not want to be a tool in the fight between the princes for the right to inherit the throne, fearing that if he stood on the wrong team, he would end up in an irreversible end. Therefore, the posthumous title issue that was originally hotly discussed gradually disappeared. Such a situation
Li Hong, who had been working hard for a long time, was extremely angry, but he had no choice but to listen to what Li Xian said now, which seemed to indicate that he and Li Xian were not the same. If Li Xian was willing to come forward, he would not only ask for a posthumous title.
Things can go smoothly, and there is even the possibility of estrangement between the two brothers. How can Li Hong not be tempted?
"There is no joke before you. Since my brother dares to say it, he will naturally dare to do it. Could it be that the prince's elder brother does not trust his younger brother?" As soon as Li Hong finished speaking, Li Xian's face changed instantly, feeling a mixture of grievance, anger and anger.
Together, their eye circles were slightly red, and they asked in a loud voice.
"Seventh brother has misunderstood. My brother certainly trusts seventh brother. But, well, it's just that this matter is important and not a trivial matter. Is seventh brother really willing to do it?" Seeing Li Xian's face change, Li Hong couldn't help but feel worried.
He was confused and rushed to help him, but he still felt uneasy in his heart, so he asked a question.
"If the prince brother doesn't believe it, just get the military order and see if I dare to stand up or not!" Li Xian said angrily, his little face turned red.
"Seventh brother is joking. My brother is not in the military, so where did he get the military order? In this case, how does seventh brother plan to do it?" Li Hong laughed at himself, no longer questioning Li Xian's sincerity, but changed the topic
Let’s get down to business.
Phew. I finally got over it! As soon as Li Hong started to get to the point, Li Xian secretly breathed a sigh of relief - yes, hiding behind Li Xian was Li Xian's established policy, but that was a means, not an end. Li Xian
There is only one real purpose, and that is to bring down Wu Meiniang. Li Xian will never tolerate anything that goes against this goal. Even if the person who does it is Li Xian, Li Xian will never let him do whatever he wants.
Furthermore, Li Xian's rash actions without consultation have really harmed Li Xian's interests. This kind of trend will not last forever. If we don't take this opportunity to teach Li Xian a lesson, how will he know how to "treasure" two things?
How is the word written? Only when the beating hurts will he know the weight of Li Xian. Otherwise, there is no telling how many such things will happen in the future. Instead of being passive in the future, it is better to give Li Xian a cruel blow now.
Yes, let him calm down, it's just a vaccination.
"Brother, the prince, I have said that this matter should be done sooner rather than later. If it is too late, there will be changes. It is better to choose a day than to hit it. It is still early, so please order the prince to summon all the officials to discuss the posthumous title. I am willing to be a pawn in the van!"
Naturally, you have to strike while the iron is hot. Li Xian didn't want this matter to drag on for a long time, so he looked serious and suggested with a straight face.
"So urgent? This..."
Upon hearing Li Xian's proposal to discuss matters today, Li Hong immediately hesitated, hesitating and refusing to express his attitude, but he quickly made a plan in his mind - to use the posthumous title for Shangguan Yi to hurt Empress Wu's face
It was not Li Hong's real purpose, it was just a means. What he wanted was to hint to Empress Wu to stop interfering in politics carelessly. What he wanted to show was that Li Hong was not a puppet that could be manipulated casually. In this sense, Li Hong naturally
I hope that the matter of requesting the posthumous title can go smoothly. As long as a unified opinion can be formed and reported to His Majesty, it is enough for Li Hong. As for Gaozong's reaction, Li Hong doesn't care too much, even if Gao Zong will react.
Zong rejected the request for a posthumous title, so he could make another plan. With the repeated back and forth of official documents, Empress Wu's face could not be saved. Even in the end, Li Hong's agreed upon posthumous title was rejected, and the result would be the same.
Of course, Li Hong had no reason not to do such a good thing. The question was, what was Li Xian so anxious about? Li Hong couldn't see that Li Xian could get much benefit from this matter, so how could he not become suspicious?
Okay, this guy is being stupid again! Li Xian just looked at Li Hong's expression and already guessed what he was thinking, but there was nothing he could do about it, because Li Xian knew very well in his heart that he came here this time.
It seems a bit abrupt. If possible, Li Xian actually doesn't really want to be such a villain. However, the situation forces him to come even if he doesn't want to. Now in this situation, it is useless to say more. He can only wait for Li Hong himself.
The next one is judged.
"Are seventh brothers sure?"
Li Hong was silent for a long time thinking about it. Although he couldn't find out where Li Xian's profit point was, he couldn't see that Li Xian could create an ambush. On the contrary, the harder Li Xian tried, the more beneficial it was to him, Li Hong.
He can also share Li Hong's responsibility. Li Hong has no reason to extrapolate such good things to his door. Furthermore, if Li Xian really fell out with officials from King Lu's line in the court, he Li Hong would
He might be able to take advantage of the situation to win Li Xian under his command. In view of this, Li Hong was determined to give it a try, but he still had doubts about whether Li Xian could verbally defeat the ministers, so he asked hesitantly.
Confidence? Li Xian also asked himself this question in his mind. To be honest, although Li Xian did not think that Lin Qi and others could pull off big waves, but what about certainty? It is difficult to say that there is complete certainty. According to Li Xian
His estimate was only 60% at most. Of course, Li Xian knew this in his mind, but it was impossible to declare it to his mouth. At this time, seeing that Li Hong was already tempted, he hurriedly responded: "Prince
Don't worry, brother, I will do my best to accomplish this, even if I die!"
"Well, since the seventh brother is determined, he cannot lag behind as a brother, and we cannot allow Mr. Shangguan to be wronged in vain. However, it is too late today, and it is too late to summon the ministers, so let's do it tomorrow morning. I will give the order
The ministers and ministers will discuss the matter in the Xiande Hall tomorrow morning, and it’s settled!" Seeing that Li Xian had no intention of backing down, Li Hong immediately cheered up, waved his hand, and made a decision with determination.
"Well, my brother, I will go back and prepare something. I will come on time tomorrow morning and say goodbye."
Hearing that Li Hong insisted on postponing the date of the meeting, Li Xian was filled with dissatisfaction, but he had no choice but to pretend to be happy and agree to leave. He left happily, but
But Li Hong couldn't help but fall into deep thought again.