"Your Highness' words are serious. You should not go so far as to say something serious. You should not go so far."
Liu Rengui can be regarded as a courageous and heroic person. He was a man who raised troops to sweep across the wasteland in Goguryeo. In the battle of Baijiangchuan, he used less to defeat more. He killed the entire Japanese navy and killed tens of thousands of his men.
Counting, but at this moment, Li Xian was so frightened by the call that he was at a loss. The corners of his mouth twitched. After trembling for a while, he tremblingly said something to persuade him.
"Don't you think this is the case? Haha, I also hope that everything will be safe and smooth, but the situation is pressing. My father is weak and unable to manage the government. The affairs of the government are in the hands of my mother, and the King of Yue is watching eagerly.
How can I be safe? If I don't deal with it properly, I will die early and have no place. I was assassinated several times when I was in Hexi, and I faced many hardships when I returned to Beijing. I am already exhausted mentally and physically. Prime Minister Liu is a gentleman, but what can you teach me?
"
Li Xian gave a bitter laugh, shook his head, and spoke with a gloomy expression. He analyzed the situation in the court without any scruples, and finally thrust a hot potato into Liu Rengui's arms.
"This this……"
Although Liu Rengui has been an official for a long time, most of them were foreigners and he did not spend much time in the court. Even so, he was very aware of the changes in the court situation and knew what Li Xian said.
Virtually, in fact, Liu Rengui admired Li Xian for being able to stand firm in such an unfavorable situation. However, he admired him. Liu Rengui had never considered joining Li Xian. At this time,
Faced with Li Xianming's obvious recruitment intentions, Liu Rengui didn't really know how to deal with him for a while.
"Does Mr. Liu think that I can still handle Yuru?"
Li Xianshenyun's approach to negotiation was not forced, and he easily changed the subject before Liu Rengui could explain.
"Well……"
In the eyes of outsiders, Li Xian was a troublemaker in the court. After several confrontations with Empress Wu, not only did he not lose, but he repeatedly frustrated Empress Wu, at least in Liu Rengui's view. Regarding such an issue, Liu Rengui
He didn't hide his opinion. Although he didn't say anything, his slight nod undoubtedly gave a positive answer.
"In the past, I would have had this confidence, but things are different now. If I don't have the right help, I may be in great trouble!"
What Li Xian wanted was Liu Rengui's expression. When he saw Liu Rengui had nodded, Li Xian's face immediately showed a bitter expression, and he shook his head and sighed.
"Why did Your Highness say this?"
Even though Liu Rengui was calm by nature, he was already a little dizzy after being pushed around by Li Xian like this. He was completely caught up in the rhythm of Li Xian's conversation without realizing it. At this moment, when he heard Li Xian's strange words, he almost lost his mind.
After thinking about it, he opened his mouth and started asking questions hurriedly.
"Xiang Liu has asked a good question. The queen mother is respected by the court and has power in both the government and the public. However, the King of Yue looks down upon the wolf and supports everyone. This is a court structure that has never been seen in ancient times. The reason why this palace can still support me is that no one like my grandfather can support me."
I love you so much and always support you in times of crisis. This is how I can maintain my strength today. If the pattern remains unchanged, no matter how difficult it is, I will not be afraid. However, this time Gao met and stabbed to death, the pattern has been broken. Eight
My uncle's ability to defend himself has been weakened, and he is about to join forces with his mother and queen. The tragedy of the sixth brother may happen again. In this critical situation, only Mr. Liu can save me from the fire and water!"
Li Xian briefly analyzed the trends in the court situation, and finally made an invitation in a clear and unequivocal manner. His words were full of sincerity. What he said was generally true, but not without reservations. In fact, Li Xianneng and Empress Wu were in court.
The biggest reason for the arm wrestling in the hall was not the support of the courtiers, but the huge prestige and strength he possessed in the army. This was the fundamental reason why Empress Wu did not dare to deal with Li Xian in the same way as the previous two princes.
"Your Majesty, you are wrong. You are old and decayed, just like a candle in the wind. It is really embarrassing and useless."
Liu Rengui actually didn't have much contact with Li Xian. Speaking of it, it was only the short six months after Li Xian came back from Hexi. However, he knew that Li Xian's ability and mind were very comparable to others, and he was full of magnanimity.
, this is the reason why Liu Rengui was willing to secretly help Li Xian. But when it comes to surrendering, Liu Rengui still has a lot of worries. After all, he is no longer a young man. He is in his early eighties, and he is destined to
There is not much time left. If you spend these few days in an orderly manner, you will be able to secure the reputation of a loyal minister and good prime minister. If you surrender to Li Xian, there will be no surprises and twists and turns. Liu Rengui takes this seriously.
If you don't want to be in a situation where you are not safe at the end of the year, it is inevitable to make excuses.
"Xiang Liu, in your opinion, if my father and I have such a fate, will our mother and queen return to power in this palace?"
Faced with Liu Rengui's evasion, Li Xian did not persist in pursuing him, but changed the topic again.
"This..., it should be like this."
Liu Rengui really couldn't keep up with Li Xian's leaping thinking. After being stunned for a while, he answered in an uncertain tone.
"It should? Hahaha..., there are many things in the world that should be done, but there is no such thing in this case. I can conclude that my mother has absolutely no intention of returning to the government, even if the situation dictates that she does not.
He will definitely launch a conspiracy to usurp the throne!"
As soon as Liu Rengui finished speaking, Li Xian burst into laughter. After laughing wildly for a long time, his face suddenly turned cold, and he must have made a somewhat shocking assertion.
"ah……"
What Li Xian said was really shocking. Even though Liu Rengui was used to seeing big winds and waves, he couldn't help but be frightened so much that his eyes widened and he was dumbfounded and speechless.
"Liu Xiang doesn't believe it, haha, I don't want to believe it, but this is the fact! There is no family affection in the mother's heart. She is ruthless and vicious, killing people like mowing grass. In front of her is Queen Wang, Concubine Xiao Shu, and in the middle is the eldest grandson Wuji.
, Shangguan Yi and other Gong Gong princes, followed by the eldest brother, fifth brother, sixth brother and other princes, it has not been a day since they wanted to kill me. To be honest with Liu Xiang, those who have tried to assassinate me several times will all be killed in the future.
It’s wrong that I still have a certain skill, so I will die early and have no land. With his wolfish nature, there is no possibility of returning to the palace!"
Li Xian sneered, ruthlessly uncovered the insidiousness and viciousness behind Empress Wu's dignity, and pointed out the most serious future in the changing political situation.
"This this……"
The more Liu Rengui listened, the more frightened he became. Not only was he shocked by the facts described by Li Xian, but he also understood Li Xian's determination to win him over. How could Li Xian dare to do such "treason" if this was not the case?
In other words, if Liu Rengui refused to submit, what awaited him would no longer be Li Xian's recruitment, but an out-and-out blood-stained sword. His heart was completely panicked.
The group is at a loss and doesn’t know how to deal with it.
"It is natural for Prime Minister Liu to be born in a poor family and be able to serve as prime minister and assistant minister. It is natural for him to be talented and knowledgeable, but it is not inevitable. When tracing back to the source, he can only be loyal to his heart. The late Emperor Taizong often said that a minister is a direct minister.
, I have high expectations, and every time my father relies on me, I am also looking forward to it. If I can get the monarch and his ministers to be harmonious, the important ministers of the four dynasties will be a model for future generations, and it is natural to be worthy of enjoying the imperial temple. How can you bear to sit back and watch me as a human being?
Is it fishy?”
The hint of threat was said as soon as it was said. You must not make more fuss here. Otherwise, it will have adverse effects. At this point, Li Xian obviously knew it very well. He changed the topic and said it.
The trick of inducement.
"Alas, Your Highness is trying to put an old minister over the fire!"
Li Xian had already said all the pros and cons, and Liu Rengui had nothing else to say. Apart from shaking his head and smiling bitterly, he really didn't know how to deal with it.
"As the saying goes: True gold is not afraid of fire. Prime Minister Liu is the mainstay of the Tang Dynasty. At this critical moment for the survival of our country, apart from Prime Minister Liu, I really don't know who else I can rely on. I also ask Mr. Liu to lend a helping hand!"
Liu Rengui's words sounded like he was burying Tai, but in fact he had agreed to Li Xianzhi's request. With Li Xian's IQ, he understood it immediately. He couldn't help but feel good, but he didn't bring it to his face. Instead, he knelt down and stood up.
, bowed respectfully.
"Your Highness, no, I'm going to kill this old minister. Please get up quickly, please get up quickly, and I'll leave the old bones of this old minister to Your Highness!"
Liu Rengui was a great scholar and had orthodox thinking in his heart. How could he dare to accept Li Xian's gift? He jumped up in a hurry, then quickly knelt down on the ground and kowtowed, clearly expressing his intention to surrender to Li Xian.
.
"Okay! If I can get Liu Gong's full help, I have nothing to fear!"
After going around for so long, he finally got Liu Rengui under his command. Needless to say, Li Xian felt excited in his heart. He gave a high-five and spoke out confidently.
"Your Highness has given you too much praise. I am already very old. I was originally a person who was bought half of my life. It is truly a blessing to be able to assist such a worthy person as Your Highness in my old age. I should die as a reward."
Liu Rengui was a decisive person. Having decided to join Li Xian, he was unambiguous in his stance.
"Okay, I should keep Liu Gong's words in mind and never dare to betray them!"
Li Xian stood up, walked in front of Liu Rengui with one big step, stretched out his hand to help Liu Rengui, who was kneeling on the ground, and made a sincere promise.
"Your Highness..."
Li Xian was a brilliant figure both when he was the prince and when he was the prince. Although Liu Rengui did not have much contact with Li Xian, he knew a lot about Li Xian and he knew who Li Xian was.
It was an extremely serious promise. Upon hearing Li Xian's promise, his mood inevitably fluctuated violently. He choked and didn't know what to say.
"Liu Gong, come here, sit down and say, are you here today about the Caizhou case?"
Li Xian personally helped Liu Rengui to sit down, then turned to the opposite side, lifted the hem of his robe, sat down, and asked with a smile.
"Indeed, this case is full of doubts. It may not be as reported by Caizhou Governor Liu. The case is so important that I don't dare to specialize in it. I wonder if your highness can teach the veteran?"
After all, Liu Rengui is an old official. Although his mood is still agitated, when he talks about business, his expression immediately becomes serious...