"Brothers, have you thought about your own future?"
After hearing Fang Jun's words, the hall fell silent for an instant.
Although they are all noble sons, these people are either the eldest sons of the family, or their fathers are deceased. What can they do with just the honorary titles that have been passed down? As long as there is even the slightest bit of ambition, it is impossible not to care about the future.
A real man cannot live without power for a day.
Nowadays, the struggle for the throne in the court is becoming more and more intense. The prince has finally stabilized the throne in the past few years. The kings of Wei and Wu gradually gave up the fight for the right to inherit the throne. However, the king of Jin suddenly emerged and even got the favor of His Majesty Li Er. The acquiescence made the position of the prince suddenly uncertain.
Change means opportunity.
Although some people are wise to protect themselves in the face of such rapids and stay out of factions, fearing that a wrong bet will lead to a disastrous outcome, there are still some people who regard this as an opportunity to rise, take the initiative to stand in line, and do their best to support their goals, just to reap the rewards after victory. Rich fruits.
Up to now, although the King of Jin has the tacit approval of His Majesty Li Er, the mainstream trend in the court still favors the prince to retain his throne and inherit the throne in the future. After all, the prince today is no longer superficial and unable to withstand the slightest storm a few years ago. At that time, with the full support of Li Ji, Xiao Yu, Fang Jun and other big bosses, it would be difficult for the King of Jin to seize it against his will.
Qu Tuquan took a sip of wine, put down the cup, looked at Fang Jun with stern eyes, and asked in a deep voice: "What are the rules for Erlang? You might as well draw a path. Our brothers will definitely follow Erlang. Brothers are united, and the rest Let's fight for wealth together!"
His father, Duke Qu Tutong of Chiang Kai-shek, died early, and his family title was inherited by his eldest brother Qu Tushou. He had nothing to do and was idle. If the family were to be separated in the future, he would be able to get some land and money, so he could live without worries. But if he wanted a future, Then you have to fight it yourself.
What future could be better than following Fang Jun?
Everyone has been playing since childhood. In the past few years, Fang Jun has risen like a comet. He has soared up through the clouds and has become an honorable minister like his father. In addition to envy, there is more trust in his heart.
Fang Erlang values love and justice, and if you follow him, you will definitely have a good future.
Fang Jun shook his head and said solemnly: "Everyone is well aware of the current situation in the DPRK. In the future, it will be the crown prince who will ascend the throne, or the King of Jin will be reversed. No one dares to guarantee it. This kind of taking sides is really risky. Great, if you win, you will get a good harvest, but if you lose, even if your life is not worried, your life will probably be idle and there will be no future. We are brothers and share the same love, but when it comes to our own future, we should not worry about it. Be emotional. Even if we are each our own masters in the future, our feelings will not change. There is no need for you to have scruples because someone is on the side of the prince, or to follow someone's footsteps for the sake of face. As long as you think carefully. , even if he supports King Jin, he is still a good brother."
He wanted to give everyone a chance to be reused by the prince, but this kind of thing should not be done emotionally, let alone because we are all brothers, we have to support the prince like me, otherwise the brothers will turn against each other. This is not helping brothers, but kidnapping.
What's more, although Qu Tuquan and Cheng Chubi are not the only sons in the family, their political stance still has a serious impact on the family. It is impossible that just because you, Fang Jun, support the prince, the same will be true for us.
Each family has its own position and its own plans. Who can be sure that the prince or the prince of Jin will be 100% able to become the crown prince and successfully ascend the throne in the future?
The risk is definitely there, and I can't tie everyone up to follow me just because of brotherly feelings.
Cheng Chubi, who was silent on the side, suddenly said: "Erlang, do whatever you say, I will follow."
Fang Jun had a dark look on his face.
Mother!
You can follow me until the time comes, but have you ever asked your father when you got home?
Your father, that old fox, is just a loser. He will support whoever has the advantage, and he can still stand firmly on the winning side!
In history, Li Zhi rebelled and took the throne and became the emperor. Many nobles in the court were implicated and suppressed. For example, Changsun Wuji and others were discredited and the whole family suffered. Even though big bosses like Li Ji died a good death, they also suffered from death. The descendants have been involved for a lifetime and their heroic reputation has been ruined, but Cheng Yaojin has always stood firm. The family is more glorious and he is with the country.
Now I support the prince with all my strength. This is simply stupid behavior in your father's opinion. Who should be the emperor? As long as you stand on the side with more chances of winning at the critical moment, why take such a big risk with your wealth and future!
Cheng Chubi's personality was a bit dull, but he was definitely not stupid. He actually saw what Fang Jun was thinking and said, "We don't have to worry about victory, defeat, or life or death. I just want to fight side by side with you, Erlang."
Fang Jun pursed his lips and said nothing, but he was very moved in his heart.
These are the brothers who share joys and sorrows and trust each other with their lives...
Qu Tuquan also expressed his position: "My eldest brother is a no-brainer. He will not get involved in the fight for reserves, let alone which side someone is on. As Chu Bi said, we are brothers and we should work together. Let’s fight together and create our own future!”
Li Siwen sighed and praised: "If you can fight side by side with your brothers, why should you fear life and death? I didn't say anything, even if my father breaks my legs, I will still fight with my brothers!"
Zhang Xiangxiang was even more direct: "How to do it, just tell Erlang, no matter what, you will obey."
Unlike these second sons and concubines, Tan Guogong Zhang Gongjin has been dead for many years, but Zhang Xiangxiang, as the eldest son, has succeeded to the title of Zou Guogong. He is considered an alternative among the "waste brothers", but because of this, he can completely give it to him by himself. Make your own decision.
Although Zhang Xiangxiang has three brothers, the Zhang family is very thin. His father, Tan Guogong Zhang Gongjin, is the only child of their family. Although he has made great military exploits following His Majesty Li Er, he has been dead for many years now. This holy family member He also gradually became indifferent, and the family glory was no longer there.
Zhang Xiangxiang seems to be easy-going, indifferent and easy to talk to, but he has a lot of ambition in his heart. How can he tolerate the gradual decline of the Tanguo Duke's mansion in the past, which fell within two generations?
The worst that can happen is that it is an inconspicuous Duke title. If he can fight for it, he will copy his father's glory and glory, and then live for a few more years to make Weizhou's Zhang family famous for a while, and generations of descendants will be affected by it. Benefit.
Well worth it.
Of course, the most important reason is because of his trust in Fang Jun...
Everyone expressed their opinions one after another, and Li Siwen couldn't help but ask: "Erlang, what are the regulations? Why don't you come up quickly? Don't show off."
Fang Jun raised his glass and everyone drank a glass of wine together.
Putting down his wine glass, Fang Jun just said: "You must be well aware of the current situation in the DPRK. The fierce competition for reserves has affected the deeper situation. It can be said that Chang'an today is a big firecracker, all relying on His Majesty's prestige is so intimidating that we can stay safe and sound, but the undercurrent hidden under the water has not disappeared, but has become more intense, and sooner or later, it will completely explode."
Although these people are usually a bit dandy, they are not idiots. Wen Yan was all startled, and Zhang Xiangxiang said in horror: "Is it possible that the 'Xuanwu Gate Incident' in the ninth year of Wude will happen again?"
At that time, Prince Li Jiancheng set up an ambush at Xuanwu Gate in order to eliminate His Royal Highness the King of Qin, who was becoming more and more prestigious and powerful. He tried to capture and kill His Highness the King of Qin when he entered the palace, so as to avoid future troubles. Unexpectedly, His Highness the King of Qin had already understood the situation well and actually instigated the rebellion of Chang He, the guard of Xuanwu Gate. When Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji were full of confidence, they turned against each other and killed them in one fell swoop to claim the throne of emperor.
Nowadays, the crown prince and the King of Jin are competing for the throne. The situation is almost the same as that of the past. It would not be surprising if it eventually triggers a "Xuanwumen Revolution"...
Fang Jun hurriedly shook his head and said, "Da Lang, be careful what you say!"
Zhang Xiangxiang looked innocent and spread his hands. Does that mean who told you that what you said could easily be misunderstood?
Cheng Chubi said nothing and silently poured wine for Fang Jun.
Fang Jun sipped his wine glass and said slowly: "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince seems to have the upper hand now and has a righteous name in his hands, but you all know the behavior of the Guanlong nobles. They never follow the rules and have only assassinated me several times. It can be seen that they are still acting unscrupulously now, and no one knows how violent they will be next, so His Royal Highness must protect his own safety."
Several people nodded silently. The Guanlong nobles had always been domineering and threatening.
Only Qu Tuquan was a little embarrassed. The Qu Tu family was also an ancient Xianbei surname. Although the population had been thin for more than a hundred years, in the eyes of outsiders, after all, he was still a member of Guanlong...
