His Majesty Li Er glanced at Xiao Yu, remained silent for a while, and suddenly sighed and said: "Why did you talk about the evil son? Xiao Siye secretly discussed with Fang Jun, and gained Xue Yantuo's trust by absconding from Yanmen Pass and falsely conveying the imperial edict. After successfully breaking into Xue Yantuo's interior, Yinan Khan listened to his advice and gathered an army to attack Zhao Xincheng. Only then did Fang Jun and Zhao Xincheng achieve a glorious record of destroying Xue Yantuo's 150,000 troops! It's a pity that such a loyal man dared to become In the 'death period', I helped Fang Jun achieve unparalleled achievements, but ended up dying in the rebel army, and his soul could not return home. I am really heartbroken!"
There is no trace of heartache, but the depression is real.
He was clearly a traitor who was cut to death by a thousand cuts, but he had to consider the negative impact of a Tang Dynasty treason on the children of top aristocratic families, so he swallowed his anger and beautified his treasonous behavior into a "death period" of self-sacrifice and unparalleled loyalty. His Majesty Li Er himself was disgusted by himself.
But now that the matter has come to this, what can be done?
Even if Xiao Siye's crimes were announced to the world, what would be the benefit except causing foreigners to laugh at the children of the Tang family for their lack of integrity? If he were captured and brought to justice, he would definitely be cut into pieces and cut into pieces as a warning to others. But now that Xiao Siye cannot die anymore, he might as well put everything to good use and beautify him into a benchmark and role model, which will stand out in the eyes of the children of the family and the world. serve as a role model.
It can also restore the reputation of the Xiao family. After all, from the time when he took over the throne until now, the Xiao family has stood behind him without hesitation and firmly supported him.
It’s considered well-intentioned…
Xiao Yu's eyes widened: "Uh..."
what's the situation?
Wasn't he a traitor as promised, but how could he suddenly become a sacrificial and meritorious "dead man" in the blink of an eye?
After all, they are elites who have been in high positions in two dynasties. After thinking about it for a while, they have "understood" the inside story...
Presumably, Fang Jun must have been thinking about his in-law relationship with the Xiao family, and he must have doted on Xiao Shuer in his heart, so he was unwilling to let the Xiao family bear the reputation of treason because of Xiao Siye, an evil son. After annihilating Xue Yantuo's army, he captured Xiao Siye again and executed him in private. He also falsely claimed that Xiao Siye's behavior was all discussed in advance and that he was not treason. Instead, he went deep into the "death world" of the tiger's den. Not only was he not guilty, but he was meritorious.
Fang Erlang, you are really a kind person. Who will say that Fang Erlang is a stick in the future? Xiao Yu will be the first one not to spare him!
For the sake of the reputation of the Xiao family, he is willing to bear the burden of humiliation and violate the laws of the country. What a good boy...
Originally, the clan was still worried about marrying Xiao Shuer, a direct bloodline who respected the emperor, to Fang Jun as a concubine. Now it seems that this is a huge profit!
A mere Xiao Shu'er can save the Xiao family's reputation for treason. What's the harm in marrying all the Xiao family's daughters to Fang Jun as concubines?
Xiao Yu left the table immediately, prostrated himself on the ground, and cried sadly: "So that's it! It was me who wronged the child... It's just that the children of the Xiao family have received the emperor's favor, and there is no way to repay the wealth and honor. They should do their best for His Majesty." , The corpse wrapped in horse leather will not turn around! I only wish that your majesty will be prosperous for a long time, and that the Tang Dynasty will be prosperous and stable!"
The ministers nearby all gave words of advice one after another: "Everyone is destined to die. Even though Xiao Siye is dead, he is still more important than Mount Tai!"
"The children of the Xiao family are strong-willed and are truly a role model for our generation. We should tell the world and be praised by the world!"
"I deserve to die. How brave is my son of the Tang Dynasty!"
"I wish I could replace it with my own body!"
…
In the Dragon Palace, there was high morale and strong ambition.
They are both drama queens, who is worse than the other?
Only His Majesty Li Er, who was sitting behind the desk, looked constipated.
Mother!
Do you want to flatter me like this?
For a qualified emperor, personal likes and dislikes, or even simple good and evil, right and wrong, are never important. As long as it can achieve a positive effect, it is normal to mistake a deer for a horse and confuse right and wrong. When necessary, even if it is necessary, he will regard a thief as his father or kill his brother. What's the harm in killing your brother?
The key is whether you can achieve the desired outcome after doing all this.
In order to reverse the bad influence of Xiao Siye's treason and set up a heroic example of loyalty and unyielding self-sacrifice, His Majesty Li Er did not hesitate to erase Xiao Siye's sins, but instead gave him a reputation that will last forever.
History has always been shrouded in mystery. History books are written by people. Most people in the world ridiculed His Majesty Li Er for tampering with history books and whitewashing crimes. But who can guarantee that past history books are absolutely correct?
As long as the world knows that there were people who did not hesitate to sacrifice their lives to be benevolent, bravely entered the enemy camp and served as a "death center", and achieved some unparalleled achievements, this can bring great encouragement and inspiration to future generations. One day, there will be a person who can follow the example of his ancestors. It is enough to accomplish such a great undertaking.
How can a mere Xiao Siye be judged whether he is alive or dead, loyal or traitorous?
The Xiao family is bound to know the truth about Xiao Siye's treason, and his actions will also make the Xiao family misunderstand that he has to do this to protect the reputation of the Xiao family. Just look at Xiao Yu's expression of gratitude and tears, and you will know that this favor Lanling Mr. Xiao will always remember that in the future, he will do his best to fulfill his duties and serve the king.
His Majesty Li Er was very satisfied with this result.
The emperor and his ministers thought that it was a good story that had been circulated since ancient times. It was a happy thing that they could reach such a tacit understanding with Xiao Yu.
Well, it's good that we understand each other well. From now on, there is no need to mention this matter again, otherwise it will be unsightly once the news is leaked.
It's just that these people praised the traitor Xiao Siye in front of him, but it made His Majesty Li Er feel uncomfortable...
But what can be done?
The "model" you have set up by yourself cannot be overthrown by yourself.
It’s so frustrating...
His Majesty Li Er looked a little ugly, stopped all the ministers from "playing", and said in a deep voice: "The battle report said that the captured Yinan Khan was already on his way to Chang'an, and there were also Qibi from the Qibi tribe. Ke Le accompanied him, and Qibi Kele was willing to submit to the Tang Dynasty. Together with his cousin Qibi Heli, they registered all the people of the Qibi tribe in the Tang Dynasty household registration and requested to be resettled in Mobei. In addition, Fang Jun also It was mentioned in the battle report that it is recommended to establish the Hanhai Protectorate in Mobei, with Daqi as the boundary with the Shanyu Protectorate, and the Tiele tribes in Mobei to establish Jisi Prefecture, all under the jurisdiction of the Hanhai Protectorate, with the general manager Dear friends, what do you think about the affairs of various tribes in Mobei?"
When the ministers heard this, they were secretly stunned. This is such a big deal.
Mobei is bitterly cold, but the territory is vast. The Tiele tribes occupy almost most of the grasslands in Mobei. Once Xue Yantuo is destroyed, all the Tiele tribes will either surrender to the Tang Dynasty or be completely annihilated by the Tang army. The entire Mobei will Will it completely enter the territory of the Tang Dynasty, and expand the territory by more than a few thousand miles?
The jurisdiction of this Hanhai Protectorate will far exceed several states in the Tang Dynasty, and may even be equivalent to a land. Moreover, its strategic position is extremely important.
Changsun Wuji spoke up: "Since it is named Hanhai Protectorate, it is obvious that Fang Jun's original intention is to open up the vast area leading to Hanhai, and even include Hanhai into the territory. Such a vast area should indeed have a special yamen to manage it. The establishment of the Hanhai Protectorate is a matter of course. It’s just that in such a vast area, not only Tiele tribes, but also many scattered tribes are scattered throughout the period, we can’t kill them all, right? Therefore, it is by no means easy to manage. In order to do this, there must be a famous general with outstanding merits and great reputation in order to intimidate the barbarians and overwhelm Mobei. In the opinion of the veteran, Fang Jun has been rushing all the way since his troops came out of Baidao, and hundreds of thousands of Xue Yantuo's army were completely destroyed in his hands. , I will never give second thought to the reputation in Mobei, Fang Jun should be the chief protector of the Hanhai Protectorate, and he will definitely get twice the result with half the effort."
When Prince Li Chengqian heard this, he immediately quit.
My dear uncle, are you unwilling to dethrone me as the crown prince?
It’s not easy for me to have a minister of extraordinary merit who can fully support me in sitting on the throne of the crown prince, but you are trying every possible means to knock him down, exclude him, and even send him to Mobei...
Do we have a grudge? !
The clay figurine is still very angry, let alone a major matter that affects the stability of his prince's team?
Li Chengqian endured his anger, stepped forward and said: "Father, Fang Jun has learned a lesson. Although Fang Jun has outstanding merits and abilities, he is qualified to take up the post of Chief Protector of the Hanhai Protectorate. However, his actions have always been willful and uncontrollable. Now Mobei is about to After being included in the territory of the Tang Dynasty, how to manage the Tiele tribes was the next top priority for the court. No matter what policy was adopted, massacres could not be made wantonly, and Fang Jun's attitude towards the Hu people and barbarians had always been tough and he would massacre them at every turn. Hong Kong, Sanghabula City, Asukajing, Xinluo... plus today's Mobei, the number of Hu people slaughtered by Fang Jun is probably no less than hundreds of thousands. If Fang Jun is appointed to govern Mobei, North, thousands of miles away from Chang'an, and communication is extremely inconvenient, so the governor must be given arbitrary power when the situation arises. But judging from Fang Jun's style... I am afraid that the killing will be too much, which will harm the peace of the world and even damage it. Datang Ze is famous for its kindness and kindness to the common people."
When His Majesty Li Er heard this, he nodded frequently.
Fang Er's stick is indeed as the prince said. He has always been tough on foreigners. Once there is a slight disturbance in northern Xinjiang, it will not be surprising to cause a massacre.
Especially since this boy has no scruples in his actions and can do whatever he wants under his nose. If he is still high up in Mobei Mountain and far away from the emperor, what will happen?
What's more, His Majesty Li Er also understood the implication of the prince's words.
Since I have no plans to save money easily, it is necessary to maintain a complete team for the prince, otherwise things will inevitably change...
