Han Xizai paced in panic, shook his head and said: "No matter what, we must not take this position away, otherwise we will suffer a disaster. Feng Yanji is not someone I can fight against at the moment."
Zu Zhongen said: "Haha, you, the Minister of Han, are so smart all your life, but there are times when you are worried and insane! When did I tell you to openly compete for the position of left prime minister? That's all, you just go and go to Lang. The state can...
As long as you can successfully fulfill His Majesty's expectations during this trip, it will be a great achievement, and then you can think about how to compete for the position of left prime minister. Of course, if the purpose of this trip fails, there is nothing to say. If Feng Yanji and others deal with you then, you will be lucky! "
Han Xizai sighed, suddenly raised his head and asked suspiciously: "What do you mean by your Majesty's heart? But old general, didn't you just say that you would continue to remain neutral? Why do you want me to fight for the position of left prime minister? You must have changed your mind, right?"
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Zu Zhongen closed his eyes and concentrated, and asked softly: "Servant Han, I want to ask you, if you have to make a choice between the country, the country, the country and the prince's flesh and blood, which one is more important?"
Han Xizai cupped his hands without thinking and said: "Of course it should be the country and the country! If there is no country, how can there be a clan?"
Zu Zhongen nodded lightly and said: "That's it. Your Majesty Han understands this, and your Majesty naturally understands this truth, but in addition to being the king of a country, your Majesty is also a father. Don't forget that your Majesty has always loved his children. In his heart How can you really be willing to make such a heart-wrenching choice? What your Majesty wants is actually the best of both worlds!"
"The best way to have both?"
"Of course, if you can have them all, why bother to choose? You have been by His Majesty's side for so many years, and you still can't tell? At this time, His Majesty only hopes for two things, one is to verify Li Yuan, the other is to welcome him back His Royal Highness King Zheng. Both must be achieved before it can be called complete. This is the result that His Majesty really wants!
But at this time, someone kept encouraging His Majesty, believing that Li Yuan's rebellion was true, and asking Your Majesty to abandon King Zheng's safety and decisively send troops. How do you think Your Majesty feels? "
Han Xizai seemed to be enlightened. He patted his head and said: "I understand what the old general said. You mean that Feng Yanji and others have been encouraging His Majesty to send troops. Although His Majesty did not say it, he was already dissatisfied... ..No, but if I hadn’t stood up today, wouldn’t Your Majesty have just let them go?”
Zu Zhongen shook his head decisively and said: "But you have already stood up, haven't you? Your Minister Han is the biggest variable today, and it also brings hope to His Majesty. Almost all the civil and military officials in the dynasty agreed with Feng Yanji and others. When His Majesty was helpless, At that time, you dared to stand up against them, and you also got the opportunity to go to Langzhou to supervise the army. This is why I dare to ask you to seize the position of left prime minister!
If you can manage to achieve His Majesty's wishes this time, how can you be just a minister of the Secretariat when you return to the court? Of course, how to achieve it is not easy, and you still need to plan well on your own. I am stupid, so I’m afraid I can’t help you..."
Han Xizai carefully recalled the last few words Li Jing said, "I also have high expectations for Han Xizai", "Don't let me down", and Li Jing told Wei Cen that "you must be cautious in using troops." As a warning, he suddenly took a deep breath of air-conditioning and looked at the still energetic face of the old veteran in front of him, admiring him spontaneously.
Han Xizai took two steps back, then solemnly bowed his hands and saluted, and said seriously: "Xizai will bear in mind what the old general said today! Thank you so much for the advice, old general! No matter how difficult this trip is, I will do my best. , fulfill His Majesty’s wishes!”
"Yes!" Zu Zhongen nodded calmly and was about to turn around when he was grabbed by Han Xizai.
I saw Han Xizai saying sincerely: "Old general, you have a question that you haven't answered yet, so I can only dare to leave you alone for a while!"
Zu Zhongen frowned and thought for a while, then stroked his beard and smiled: "I have never changed my mind. I am helping you today because your kid often comes to the palace and looks familiar..."
Seeing that the veteran general was obviously unwilling to speak frankly and pretended to be relaxed and indifferent, Han Xizai had to smile helplessly, nodded and said: "Okay, in that case, I won't say more! The old general will only If you want anything, as long as Xizai can do it, just ask!"
Zu Zhongen chuckled and said: "I just made a few random remarks, how can I be trusted? You don't need to be so polite! By the way, it is your first time to go on an expedition with the army. The mountains are high and the road is far to go to Langzhou, so it is best to have someone close to you. Guard in case something unexpected happens...I have some capable men under my command, why not choose a few to follow you, they are all absolutely loyal and highly skilled in martial arts."
Han Xizai blinked. At this moment, he really wanted to ask, are your ancestors and generals so enthusiastic about people they know? But after thinking about it, he stopped and said calmly: "Since the old general has such good intentions, I would rather obey his orders respectfully! I have to leave the palace to pack my bags, and I will be on the road tomorrow. Time is tight."
Zu Zhongen nodded and said: "Okay, I will select the people immediately, and I will ask them to go to your house to wait for them later. No more talk, no more talk, you know what I said today, go back and clean up. , I won’t see you off.”
"Thank you, old general!" Han Xizai bowed and thanked him again, then hurriedly left the palace and went home to pack.
In the Han family's house, everyone in the Han family felt surprised when they heard the news that Han Xizai was going to Langzhou. While packing Han Xizai's clothes and packages, they discussed whether there was any danger in this trip. When she learned that the envoys were involved in treason and that they were traveling with the notorious Wei Cen, Han Xizai's wife immediately expressed great concern.
In the afternoon, five capable followers selected by Zu Zhongen rushed to the Han Mansion on horseback. At the same time, Wei Cen also sent someone to inform him that the army would gather at the north gate tomorrow, so Han Xizai gave a brief explanation to his family. , without any more explanation, began to lock himself in the study, refusing to be disturbed by anyone...
Just after dusk, a group of dusty cavalry arrived outside the south gate of Jinling City. The city gate guard recognized the majestic Tang Dynasty military flag held high in the team at a glance, and the general with the white horse and silver spear at the front was none other than the military envoy of the Wuping Army, General Zhongwu, and the governor of Langzhou, Li Yuan. sworn brother Liu Jiangsheng.
An hour later, the news that Li Yuan, the governor of Langzhou, led his army to defeat the Han army spread throughout the Southern Tang court as if it had wings. This news was like a thunder exploding above the heads of the officials. Everyone in the court Looking sideways, there were divergent discussions.
Feng Yanji, who heard the news, could hardly believe his ears. He even confirmed it several times with the clerk who delivered the letter to the mansion before he dared to believe that it was true. Feng Yanji, who had been suffering from the cold in Japan recently, almost fainted at that time. He was sweating profusely, his face was pale and he couldn't breathe. His family quickly called the medical doctor, and it took a long time for Feng Yanji to slowly recover from his symptoms.
He called several maids to help him sit in a pavilion in the back garden. After Feng Yanji dismissed everyone, he sat alone in the pavilion and meditated. The setting sun is like blood, the dusk crows are crowing, and the yellow leaves are fluttering. Compared with the coldness of this autumn day, Feng Yanji's heart is even worse, as if he has sunk into an ice pool, and it is extremely cold.
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