Wei Zheng originally wanted to meet the two princes, but each of them failed to live up to the expectations of the other, especially the two leaders, who both liked to indulge in women. It was a pity that the Tang Dynasty might not have any successors.
Fang Xuanling's letter only asked him to come forward, not necessarily to agree. He would later ask the court to arrange for other officials to be interrogated.
"Sir, the palms and backs of your hands are full of flesh. If you offend someone, your Majesty may be jealous of you."
What the staff said was reasonable, but Wei Zheng shook his head and waved his hands.
"If the emperor were that kind of person, he wouldn't have let me, the least popular person, come forward in the first place. The matter is not that complicated, but I don't want to get involved."
As the saying goes, 'Accompanying the emperor is like accompanying a tiger'. Even the person who can really advise the emperor is just a minister. This is not the first time he has encountered the matter of fighting for the throne. Wei Zheng did not dare to use the Xuanwu Sect to persuade anyone. .
When Li Jiancheng and Li Shimin competed for the throne, they also started from some trivial things. Later, the conflicts became more and more intense, and finally fratricide became a settlement.
"Sir, the prime minister is here!"
The two have been colleagues for so many years, but this is the only time they have taken the initiative to visit. Changsun Wuji strongly opposed Wei Zheng's life back then, and the two rarely reached consensus on political matters.
bother you for something.
The hall was very quiet, no one took the initiative to talk, and the atmosphere was very awkward. It seemed like two mortal enemies were taking shelter under the same roof, but they didn't know who would make the first move.
"Master Wei, I must have heard about the King of Shu. The overcharge of taxes must not be simple. Your Majesty pays too much attention to national affairs. I don't know what you think. Make a decision quickly."
Changsun Wuji put down his posture and deliberately tested Wei Zheng. Yuchigong was just a martial artist, and it would be the same with or without him. The eldest son of the emperor, Li Chengqian, was an easy person to control. The biggest trouble was the man in front of him who could face the saints.
Da, the teacup hit the table.
Wei Zhengcai realized that the letter sent by Fang Xuanling from Henan had been seen before him. The prime minister had really good hands and eyes, and responded with a stern look.
Both of them are ministers around the emperor and can speak well, but the feeling of being watched is really unpleasant.
"Prime Minister, you are really clairvoyant. I knew before I read the letter from Henan that Your Majesty takes this matter too seriously. Can you guess what I am thinking?"
Pretending to be unwilling to pretend, directly showing off his cards, leaving Changsun Wuji without any reason to persuade, Wei Zheng's mind began to waver from just now. Whether it is deliberately making things difficult or impartially enforcing the law, that is what a minister should do, and this court is not The Changsun family has the final say.
Both of them looked ugly, and no one dared to enter the hall to speak.
"Master Wei, I just want to inform you that you shouldn't make the same mistake again. Not every time someone can protect you. Don't do anything that Your Majesty doesn't want to do. You should be sentenced when it's time to be sentenced. Don't do anything to women." Human kindness.”
Changsun Wuji was too insidious and did not clearly point out the Xuanwu Gate Incident. The various hints alone made people feel very dizzy. He was also threatening Wei Zheng to take sides. Of course, they were the ones who encouraged everyone in the Tiance Mansion to initiate the Xuanwu Gate Incident. , now I don’t mind launching it again, but the outcome has been decided.
In addition to Qin Shubao and Yuchi Gong who have a large number of troops, there are other people in Chang'an who can be bribed. In addition, Li Ke is the newly arrived king of Shu and has no military power at all. Even if Licheng really wants to send troops to rescue, it will not be possible at all. Unable to enter the pass, Changsun Wuji thought he had a great advantage and even threatened Wei Zheng verbally.
"Bah, you have lost your conscience. If you kill each other for your own selfish desires, it will only make the world look down upon you. I will naturally go to trial. Then the world will see that you are too selfish."
This time it was self-defeating. Wei Zheng planned to participate in the interrogation of the King of Shu. Changsun Wuji's face was very ugly. At this moment, they did not dare to really initiate the second Xuanwu Gate Incident. The emperor who was currently in charge of the world's military was still Still alive, Henan's dispatch of troops was faster and more convincing than Qizhou's.
The two broke up unhappy, and Li Ke gradually sobered up. He said he wanted to indulge himself, but he regretted it when he really had to take off his clothes. Such a transaction was too disgusting and naked, and he was afraid that his brain would be delayed in thinking. , Chang'an City was completely quiet at this time, and even the meowing of cats was so disturbing.
It was originally a very simple matter. The tax arrears and tax evasion collected from Qizhou were recovered and turned over to the national treasury. Instead, they were targeted. A pile of account books became key evidence, but I am afraid that there are no good people, especially It is the trial now led by Changsun Wuji.
This was his first time fighting against the old fox. Changsun Wuji was more like an old gunner. He could use almost any means to deal with people. Moreover, this was still his home court. Li Ke also didn’t know that Wei Zheng was attending the hearing, but he didn’t There will be more influence. I don't know if this overly upright person will be bribed or confused.
Everything is unknown. Li Ke looked at the empty room. If he could find some more powerful counter-evidence about Changsun Wuji, he would not suffer from insomnia. But so far, there would be no change at all, especially if he shouldn't follow. Prince Li Chengqian drank, which deepened the misunderstanding between them.
The king of Wei, Li Tai, was a well-educated man and could not find any valuable clues. Others turned a deaf ear. It seemed that the life and death of a prince was not important. The emperor had more than a dozen sons. He was not afraid of being crippled or dead. The cards are completely out of play, and the palace doesn't even have any human touch.
"Master, I just want to remind you that pillow sex is the most effective. Maybe you can ask the madam to talk to the master. If it is a small punishment, just accept it, so that you will not be lonely and peaceful."
Chen Shou was radiant, but his voice was still a little weak. He came from the next room to continue to persuade Li Ke to find foreign aid to calm the matter. The master and servant entered the restaurant as a wealthy family, so he was extra careful.
Only then did Li Ke understand why this timid and fearful man could stay. His head was very flexible, but he didn't have enough time, so he naturally wanted to refuse the queen's help.
Now Empress Changsun can travel around the world, not only because her life should not be cut off, but also because this family is too kind. It is indeed a very useful card.
"There is no time now. It's already Chenshi, and it will take time to get from Henan to Chang'an. Could it be that you went to find the Queen without telling me to help?"
But she got a negative answer. After all, the queen would not be turned away by a person's letter. The key lies in the one emperor through the ages - Li Shimin, but the father and son don't have such a good relationship.
