Li Ran is not a person who likes to speak harshly. In the era in which he lived, speaking harshly was generally a sign of weakness and incompetence, and no one who was capable would do anything.
But facing Ji Sunsu and facing today's situation, he could only end it by saying harsh words. This was his helplessness and the sadness of this era.
In an era when the rule of man was greater than the rule of law, even if he knew that the mastermind behind all this was Ji Sunsu, it was impossible for him to bring him to justice. Ji's tree with its big tree and deep roots is like a cancer growing in the heart of Lu State. If it is removed, both the jade and the stone may be destroyed. If it is not removed, it will lead to chronic death.
Li Ran felt a little nostalgic for the era when there were laws to follow, although that era was not perfect.
Coming out of the Hantai Palace, the sun was shining brightly in the sky outside, the sky was clear, the sky was high and the clouds were far away.
This could have been a refreshing day, but at this time, Li Ran and Shusun Bao couldn't be happy at all. The depressed mood continued to flow on their faces, and the sadness of reality was also revealed in their eyes. .
Returning to Shusunbao's house, the servants closed the door, and Shusunbao immediately asked:
"Today in the court, we can take advantage of this opportunity to capture the old thief Ji Sun, but why should we miss this opportunity?"
For him, for the prince, and for the entire Lu State, this was a unique opportunity.
"Doctor Shusun, have you ever thought about what would happen to his governors once we liquidate Jisunsu?"
"The Lu State has more than fifty cities, and almost half of them are controlled by the Ji family. Once they plan for rebellion, will the officials be able to suppress it? Can they stabilize the situation and ensure that those outside the Lu State are watching eagerly? I won’t act rashly?”
"If the Ji family is moved at this time, smoke will definitely be everywhere in the Lu State. When the Jin and Chu countries use the excuse to send troops, how can the Lu State survive?"
Such was the power and strength of the Ji family that even Li Ran had to be cautious.
Although he arranged a perfect plan to force the Ji family's reputation in the government and the public to be greatly damaged, he could not completely liquidate the Ji family.
Because he knew that the person who could shake this towering tree standing in the territory of Lu was definitely not the Lu people themselves. The Ji family's foundation was too deep and huge, and neither the prince nor Shusun Bao could be their opponent.
This time, it is enough to set up a situation that can save the Shusun family and make the Ji family restrain themselves.
If you push too hard, it will be counterproductive. Who will be able to peacefully resolve the Ji family rebellion?
"Why!…"
Shu Sunbao could no longer speak a single word, and there was only endless sighing in his deep eyes.
How could he not know that the Ji family had long been deeply rooted in the Lu State? How could he not know that by disturbing the Ji family, he would shake the foundation of the Lu state?
But...it would be a pity to miss such an opportunity!
"Don't worry, there are still opportunities."
Li Ran will never forget the prince's revenge, and the trial of Ji's family is far from over.
"Speaking of which, this time is not without gains. As long as Young Master Chu comes to the throne, we can make long-term plans."
Li Ran's plan was so far-reaching that the entire plan seemed to be just a foreshadowing.
Of course, facing the current situation, he was not stupid enough to reveal all his plans to Shusun Bao. What he concealed from Shusun Bao was actually another arrangement of his.
Shu Sunbao did not ask Li Ran why he kept it secret from him about the assassin who assassinated Li Ran.
Now he can only obey Li Ran's words. After all, he was rescued from this crisis by others.
Li Ran, on the other hand, was a little confused.
"By the way, Doctor Shusun, what did the doctor say to the assassin in the Hantai Palace today?"
The assassin originally planned to fight to death without speaking, but it was because Shusun Bao said a few words in his ear that his expression changed drastically and he started to speak.
"It's not about him, it's just the price. I made a price that he couldn't refuse."
What people never expected was that Shu Sunbao's answer would be so simple, yet so reasonable.
Li Ran nodded slightly and said:
"Yes, he wants his family to survive, and the false prince's words alone cannot make him feel at ease. But as a minister who can compete with the Ji family in the court, the price you offer will certainly be enough for him. It’s something that needs to be weighed and weighed.”
This is the current situation of Lu State.
The high officials are more intimidating than the public officials. This is the current situation of Lu State.
In fact, being a prince may not necessarily guarantee the survival of his family. But if Shusun Bao guarantees him, it will definitely be possible. The assassin doesn't have to trust the prince, but he can trust Shusun Bao because he is also one of the Three Huans.
"What's next?"
After Shusun Bao said the previous sentence, his face became hot, and he knew that he was a little reckless in the court today. After all, it was Yue Zu who acted as his proxy and ruined the prince's majesty. Even if this prince is a fake. Therefore, he quickly changed the subject and asked.
After hearing this, Ji Sunsu is currently confined in the house. It seems that he will not be able to come out in two or three months.
After all, the current crown prince is a fake, and someone will still have to inherit the throne of Lu. Who will? Is the young master thick?
Before knowing the truth, Shusun Bao was always worried about Gongzi Chou.
"Haha, Doctor Shusun might as well go look for Gongzi Chou himself. After the doctor goes there, we will know for ourselves."
Seeing that Li Ran was so mysterious, Uncle Sunbao was a little curious, so he immediately had someone prepare a carriage and went to the young master's residence in person.
Sure enough, after returning, Shusun Bao suddenly changed his mind - it seemed that the position of king was none other than Gongzi Chou!
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The next day, news suddenly came out from Lu Palace: Prince Jiye died suddenly due to a sudden illness!
As soon as this news came out, the whole city was in uproar again.
No one expected that the prince, who had been able to escape two assassinations, would die suddenly today. This was such a strange death!
The news reached the Ji family's house, and when Ji Sunsu heard about it, he immediately became furious!
"Shuzi! Shuzi! You went so far as to bully me!"
"grandfather?"
Ji Sun Yiru hasn't reacted yet. In fact, he has never understood what this matter is about.
Isn't the prince dead?
When he went to kill the assassin who killed the prince, he heard the man say with his own ears that the mission was obviously completed and the prince was dead.
But who is that lively prince?
And who is the dead prince now?
"My silly grandson! Don't you understand? We were all fooled by that Li Ran!"
"What?!"
Ji Sun Yiru was shocked when he heard the sound and was stunned.
Just listen to Ji Sunsu say:
"They must have found someone to pretend to be the prince in the palace, just to force me into the trap!"
"After two days of confrontation in court, I have now become seriously suspected of assassinating the prince! Alas... I was actually escaped by my uncle and grandson! Damn it! It's really hateful! I didn't realize that this was actually a man. trap!"
"Hey... now that I have lost this round, I am afraid it will take a while for me to calm down."
As soon as these words came out, the problem suddenly became clear.
What is the purpose of Li Ran's layout? To overthrow the Ji family? Beat up Ji Sunsu? neither.
Ji Sunsu thought at first that Li Ran planned all this to deal with him, but now that he thought about it, he realized that he was really stupid.
He was invulnerable in the Lu State, so what if he really assassinated the prince? What kind of waves can one Shusunbao make with just one person?
All this Li Ran planned with all his heart was not to completely defeat him, but to make him lose his right to speak for a period of time.
In this way, the future prince will definitely get close to Shusun Bao. If the two of them join forces, that will be the beginning of dealing with him!
What a Li Ran! What a move to attack the east and the west!
"So that's it!"
After Ji Sun Yiru heard what he said, he was immediately shocked, and the shock on his face could not go away for a long time. Just listen to him continue:
"Grandfather, this person must not be allowed to stay!"
Li Ran was too strong, beyond their imagination. Now he is just a white-headed man, but he has already caused such a stir in the Lu country. If he really becomes a big man in the future, will he still be able to do it?
In this game, Li Ran only used one move to turn the opponent around. He didn't reveal any flaws from beginning to end, and didn't even give them any room to parry.
Originally, they were still happy to get rid of the crown prince and support Prince Chou to ascend the throne, so that they could rule over the monarchy of Lu. But now it seems that the duck that was already at the mouth has actually flown away!
Li Ran must die!
Kill him to avoid future trouble!
"No."
Just when Ji Sun Yiru thought that his grandfather would agree with him, Ji Sun Su's answer shocked him again.
"What?"
"There's no need to kill him now."
Ji Sunsu calmed down, a scheming expression appeared on his ravaged face, and there was a gloomy look between his eyebrows.
Why not kill him?
When Ji Sun Yiru heard this, she couldn't sit still.
He had a grudge with Li Ran for a long time, and he had long wanted to put Li Ran to death. The last time he failed to assassinate Li Ran, he heard that it was only because another Cheng Yaojin killed him halfway, which disrupted the entire plan.
Although it has not yet been investigated who is secretly helping Li Ran, he is convinced that this time, as long as he arranges it properly, Li Ran will definitely die!
However, his grandfather suddenly disagreed. How could he endure this?
"Grandfather, this man is too dangerous. Keeping him here will cause endless troubles!"
"This man has an extraordinary intellect and is full of ideas. If Shusun Bao can get help from this man, why can't we?"
Ji Sunsu suddenly changed his thinking, a sneer appeared in the corner of his eyes and said:
"If we get help from this person, our Jisun family will definitely be able to dominate the princes in the future!"
"It means that those who achieve great things should not stick to small details. Although this person has some differences with us, such talents are incomparable to ordinary people, so we must cherish them."
In recent times, Ji Sunsu has been doing a lot of things and failing at things.
He thought about it carefully, whether it was the sacrifice to heaven on behalf of the prince or the situation of the fake prince, there was a shadow of Li Ran in it.
Li Ran's role has obviously surpassed that of ordinary diners. Wouldn't it be a pity to kill such a talented person?
"But grandpa..."
"No need to say anything, let's give it a try. You go and make arrangements and try your best to win this person under our command!"
Ji Sunsu's order was very direct and tough, leaving Ji Sun Yiru no chance to refute.
When Ji Sun Yiruo heard this, she couldn't be more resentful, and she didn't dare to say any more. She immediately nodded and stepped back.
"Haha, we can't let that old guy Shu Sunbao have the sky in Qufu all to himself, right?"
Ji Sunsu looked at the far-reaching sky and murmured to himself.
