Yandu Palace.
In the Nuan Pavilion, Yan Li knelt in front of His Majesty the Emperor, lowered his head respectfully, and roughly recounted the conversation between him and Li Mu.
After narrating the incident, the prime minister of Northern Qi hesitated for a moment, lowered his head and said: "Your Majesty, the father and son of Nan Chen Jin Prince had sensitive status in Jiankang. At first, many people felt that after Emperor Hongde came of age, they and his son would definitely be raped. Liquidation, but for now..."
"The son of King Li Rui of Jin seems to have great trust in his cousin, and he also sincerely wants to do something for Nanchen, isn't it..."
"It's not about being afraid of death."
Because the weather was not cold yet, Emperor Zhao, who was afraid of the cold, behaved quite normally. He held a cup of hot tea, took a sip, and said silently: "That little emperor Nanchen, when he came to the throne, I didn't do much. I like him, but now, I have to admit that this doll does have some abilities."
"The prince of the Jin Dynasty in the Southern Dynasty also has quite a bit of charm."
Having said this, Emperor Zhao closed his eyes and sighed with regret: "This generation of the Li family has begun to produce outstanding figures..."
"Much better than Li He's generation."
Yan Li knelt on the ground and did not dare to get up.
Emperor Zhao seemed to have just realized that his prime minister had been kneeling for a long time. He waved his hand and said, "Get up, there is no need to kneel."
Yanli bowed respectfully and thanked her, and stood up carefully.
Emperor Zhao glanced at him, suddenly thought, and asked: "Prime Minister Yan, who do you think is the most suitable successor among my sons?"
This is a problem that has troubled Emperor Zhao for several years.
Ever since he suddenly started to fall ill, he had been thinking about the issue of successors, because for a country as big as Northern Qi, it was difficult for foreign enemies to touch their roots. Only successors could truly shake the foundation of the country.
Last year, Emperor Zhao was interested in the fourth prince Zhao Kai, so he sent him to the Huaihe River to test his vision and methods.
The results speak for themselves.
Zhao Kai is a little clever, but his vision and outlook are not good enough to be a leader. When it is critical, he refuses to take any responsibility. He is really not a leader.
Therefore, Emperor Zhao could only look at his other sons.
Yan Li was so frightened that he knelt on the ground and kowtowed again: "Your Majesty, how can an old minister comment on such a big matter..."
"You…"
Emperor Zhao looked at the prime minister who was kneeling in front of him with his butt sticking out, and said with emotion: "You Han ministers are good at everything, but sometimes you are too cautious. Since I asked you, I asked you to tell me. , Is there anything you dare to do?"
Yan Li still knelt on the ground without saying a word.
The emperor sighed and said silently: "I like you Hanchen, and I also like this."
"Obideant and sensible."
He narrowed his eyes and said: "Since last year, I don't know how many Zhu Li masters have come to the palace to see me. Some of them are better, and they will talk to me in a roundabout way. Some of them are bold, relying on their status, and directly tell me that they should." Whoever is established is established."
When Emperor Zhao said this, he coughed violently several times.
"It sounds really harsh."
Yan Li knelt on the ground and said: "Your Majesty, the crown prince is the foundation of the country. Our Da Qi has always established virtuous people, so the country's fortunes are prosperous. But if all the princes are virtuous, Your Majesty is really hesitant, why not..."
He lowered his head and said nothing.
Emperor Zhao said slowly: "Then let's learn from you Han people and establish direct descendants, right?"
Yan Li knelt on the ground, not daring to speak.
Emperor Zhao coughed again, glanced at Yan Li, and said calmly: "I know what you are thinking. It is just for me to respect Confucianism and learn from you Han people's patriarchal system."
"Many things from the Han people are indeed very good."
"Since Daqi entered the customs, it is precisely because of the good use of Sinology that the country has been stabilized, but..."
The Yongping Emperor coughed quietly, sighed slightly, and said seriously: "It's just that I have learned a lot. I'm afraid that in the future, there will be no Zhu Lizhen in the world."
Yan Li knelt on the ground, lowered his head and said, "I believe that His Majesty is in his prime in the Spring and Autumn Period. Even if his body is slightly ailing, it will be fine for him to rest for a few days. There is no rush to establish a heir."
"It's still you, Han Chen, who speaks so pleasantly."
Emperor Zhao squinted his eyes and smiled, and said: "It sounds like I feel a lot better, I just listen to the good words..."
"But it may not be possible."
The emperor took a breath and said: "That Prince of Jin, lock him up for a few more days. When the envoy from Nanchen comes again, let him go. As for the little emperor of the Southern Dynasty..."
"The reason why he is so arrogant now is simply because Shen Qi on the bank of the Huaihe River has repeatedly defeated my master Wang with his cunning."
Emperor Zhao, who was in serious condition, clenched his fist fiercely under his spacious robe.
"I... will let him wake up slowly like his father Li He."
………………
Huai'an Prefecture, Lianshui Camp.
After Shen Yi spent almost half a month reorganizing Xiangshui Camp, he took his entourage to Lianshui Camp.
I don’t know if I received the news of Shen Yi’s rage in Xiangshui Camp in advance. When Mr. Shen arrived at Lianshui Camp, the training in Lianshui Camp was very hard. Many soldiers were still training hard under the sun.
The artillery battalion in Lianshui Camp has targets set up thousands of steps away, and the error can be controlled within ten steps.
This result is still very good. After all, for now, the main purpose of artillery is to attack ships. If it is to attack large ships, this accuracy is completely sufficient.
Under the leadership of Ling Su, Mr. Shen walked around the Lianshui Camp, and then sat in the commander's tent with satisfaction. He smiled at the generals of the Lianshui Camp and said, "Everyone has seen results in their training. Very good." It’s pretty good.”
Ling Su stood on the left side of Shen Yi. He lowered his head slightly and said, "Mr. Shen, I heard this..."
Mr. Shen frowned slightly and said, "Don't worry about the Eastern Front. I have already decided. No matter what, I will let Su Ding take a look."
Ling Su nodded first, and then said with a smile: "It's not that I don't believe in General Su's ability. I have heard of General Su leading troops, but after all, General Xue has made great achievements. Some old brothers feel that he The punishment was too severe.”
Shen Yi narrowed his eyes and said: "Whether the punishment will be severe or not depends on when. Last time before I returned to Jiankang, I personally told him that we must work hard to train the troops and improve military discipline. He is not strict in his military management, and he will not be punished if he violates the rules. If he is cured, I will no longer be able to lead the Huai'an army."
Ling Su looked a little strange when he heard this.
He always felt that there was something in Shen Yi's words that seemed to be pointing to him.
After Ling Su thought for a while, he still asked: "Mr. Shen, the brothers below, including the general, are a little confused. Now that the Qi people have retreated, the war on the Huaihe River will resume, maybe next year or even later. But Mr. Shen, you asked us to intensify our training..."
Shen Yi glanced at him.
Ling Su quickly shrank his head and did not dare to speak.
"The war between the North and the South will not end here, it will only intensify."
Shen Yi looked at Ling Su and said slowly: "Whether it's you, General Ling, or I, Shen, or all the soldiers in our Huai'an Army."
"No one can avoid this war, and it is a war that is coming soon."
"In the future, we may no longer stick to the Huaihe River, nor will we be able to occupy the city even if we capture it like before."
"If war breaks out again, it may be a life-and-death war, a national war that determines the destiny of the country."
Mr. Shen said slowly: "At times like this, the more you practice, the more you will have to survive on the battlefield."
Having said this, he continued without waiting for Ling Su to speak: "In the next half month, I will live in Lianshui Camp, train with you, and supervise your training at the same time."
He looked at everyone and asked, "Do you have any questions?"
No one spoke.
Ling Su clasped his fists respectfully: "I have no problem with you, my subordinates."
"Well…"
Mr. Shen nodded silently and was about to continue talking. Jiang Sheng, who had been waiting outside the tent, suddenly walked in cautiously. He ran all the way to Shen Yi, handed over a piece of paper that was already a bit useless, lowered his head slightly and said: "Master , sent from the north."
Shen Yi was thoughtful and quickly opened it and took a look.
After reading it briefly, Mr. Shen frowned, put the paper into his sleeve, then looked up at Ling Su and others, and sighed silently: "Everyone, there is another movement in Qi Ren's army."
“And it’s not small.”
He stood up, looked around at everyone, and said slowly: "It seems that not only has the war not gone far, it is even getting closer to us."
"Years ago..."
Mr. Shen reached out and knocked on the table with a low voice.
"There will be a big battle."
(End of chapter)
