Back at Duke Rong's Mansion, the two brothers walked into the study. Zhao Kuangyin was obviously a little tired. Maybe it was because of the cold. He was huddled up. It wasn't until the servant brought the brazier and the heat of the charcoal fire that his condition improved. Some.
"What a pity Guo Tong!" Zhao Kuangyi took the initiative and sighed after taking a few sips of hot wine.
"Since you are in charge of your duties, you should take your own responsibilities. There is no pity!" Zhao Kuangyin thought for a while and said, "It's just that Mr. Xing's death was unlucky!"
“It’s not necessarily a coincidence!” Zhao Kuangyi shook his head: “If Mr. , His Majesty originally planned to return Guo Tong and Wang Tong's carriage to Beijing, but now, he just recalled them!"
Listening to Zhao Kuangyi's relaxed words, Zhao Kuangyin pondered for a while, took another sip of wine, and said: "Although Your Majesty just Jixiongcai, in recent years, it seems that he has become more and more nostalgic. This is also a good thing for our Zhao family. ! Your Majesty, you are getting old after all.”
Zhao Kuangyi nodded with some recognition, but his expression looked a little deep. Obviously, some of Zhao Kuangyin's experiences were not something Zhao Kuangyi could empathize with.
"Now that you are in the political hall, assisting the prince in managing the government, you should be more cautious and do everything right!" Zhao Kuangyin said earnestly: "In the past, Zhao Pu was staring at him from top to bottom, but now, I am afraid that the eyes of the courtiers will be a lot bigger. All of it is on you! Compared to the Guo family, the future of our Zhao family is more unpredictable and uncertain!"
Mentioning this, Zhao Kuangyi frowned, pondered for a while, and said: "The East Palace is indeed a bit unusual. The grandson has not yet been established, and Wen Huan's position is not stable. The prince is very fond of Concubine Xiao, so we must be careful!"
As he said that, Zhao Kuangyi couldn't help but sigh: "When the Crown Princess wanted to adopt Wen Huan, I totally agreed with it, but my niece's fight of spirits cut off this path. Otherwise, with our two families joining forces, Wen Huan would have nothing to fear. How can any threat lead to today’s embarrassing situation!”
Hearing what Zhao Kuangyi said, Zhao Kuangyin did not scold him. After all, this was a private conversation between the two brothers. However, looking at the regretful expression on his face, Zhao Kuangyin shook his head and said: "It's too late to talk about this now! Besides, Your Majesty They may not agree.
Your Majesty, who is both defensive and useful to us noble relatives, is especially good at dividing people. How could you allow the Murong and Zhao families to unite? If this happens, I am afraid that suppression will come unexpectedly, and the consequences will not be like Kuang Mei's. Nothing can compare! "
"Having said that, it's still a pity to think about it!" Zhao Kuangyi said: "Although His Majesty and the Crown Prince are impartial to the two sons, the more they are like this, the more people are worried. The Xiao family's Khitan and the like are now acting openly and arrogantly. To hold a high position is to be like a monkey. Now, some people rank Xiao’s son with Wen Huan, regardless of their ethnic origin, which is really worthy of vigilance!”
Seeing that Zhao Kuangyi was getting more and more out of control, Zhao Kuangyin had no choice but to reprimand him: "Be careful what you say! Be careful what you say!"
Seeing that his brother was even a little angry, Zhao Kuangyi hurried forward, snatched the wine bottle from his hand, reached out and caressed his back, and said: "I understand, this kind of heart-to-heart talk can only be done in front of my second brother. opened."
Zhao Kuangyin slowed down and said softly: "On the issue of the successor, Your Majesty has always been firm in his decision-making and does not allow outsiders to interfere. Look at those princes, they are all extraordinary people. In the past few years, although there have been undercurrents, the battle for the right to inherit the heir has been fierce. It is always difficult to get up, which shows how determined your majesty is.
The King of Qin, the King of Jin, and the King of Zhao, who are all talented and beautiful people, would rather be put on the sidelines than allow them to cause trouble in the court. This is the consideration of the king who succeeds to the next generation, and the same is true for the king of the next generation.
Over the years, His Majesty has repeatedly summoned the Second Emperor's grandson into the palace. In addition to enjoying the family relationship, I'm afraid he also has some considerations. All the princes are like this. When it comes to the grandson's deliberation, the final decision is probably in His Majesty's mind.
There's not much we can do on this matter, and you really shouldn't interfere too deeply. As you just said, if the Murong and Zhao families unite to interfere with the establishment of the grandson, I am afraid it will not be rich and glorious, but a huge disaster! "
Zhao Kuangyin's analysis was already profound, and he had a clear understanding of Emperor Liu, and Zhao Kuangyi also acknowledged it. However, after pondering for a while, he still couldn't help but said: "Second brother thought about it and got the gist of it. However, the Zhao family has been involved in the situation, how can we stay out of it?"
In this regard, Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help but remain silent. Although his mind was clear, he understood the reasons clearly, and he knew the risks involved, but the current situation was like this, where the close relationship was, it was unavoidable, and there was no possibility of staying out of the matter.
What's more, on the issue of his grandson, how could Zhao Kuangyin not support his grandson. If his identity is to be established, Zhao Kuangyin will definitely mobilize all available resources to provide support. There is no reason to retreat on this matter.
However, the clearer the understanding, the more contradictory the mood. In this power field, the higher up, the more difficult it is to advance and retreat. Even with his noble status as Duke Rong, he has no choice but to do something.
Seeing his brother's serious expression, Zhao Kuangyi's expression gradually became relaxed, and he chuckled and comforted: "Of course, your Majesty is here, and no one can change it. However, your Majesty is already old, and one day the landslide will eventually fall. Your Majesty's physical condition How, I don't know, but in recent years, His Majesty has become older, but anyone with a discerning eye can see it.
Even if something is done, in the future, the prince and your majesty will be different after all, and it will ultimately depend on the prince's attitude. And we, even if we don’t worry about the immediate future, we still worry about the long term!
As long as Wen Huan's status is established, my Zhao family can enjoy wealth and honor for fifty years, and even truly share the country! "
When he said this, Zhao Kuangyi's deep eyes even glowed with light, and his expression was slightly excited. And hearing what he said so openly, Zhao Kuangyin didn't stop for a moment.
After a while, his emotions gradually settled down. Zhao Kuangyin took back the wine bottle and held it in his arms. His old face under the charcoal fire was uncertain.
The strong alcohol in his throat seemed to make Zhao Kuangyin sober up. He raised his eyes and looked at Zhao Kuangyi: "Kangyi, I may not be able to see that day when the future of the Zhao family will fall on Wenhuan, but you, my uncle, must try your best to support him. . In the future, the one who can bear the heavy burden of the Zhao family must be you. I know that you are always knowledgeable and capable, but the advice I can give you is only four words, be careful!"
"Second brother, don't worry!" After hearing what Zhao Kuangyin said, Zhao Kuangyi showed a smile on his face and said confidently: "Am I a person who doesn't know what to do? I will never dare to interfere in the affairs of the East Palace, but in the affairs of the imperial court, my responsibility lies. Be forge ahead with determination.”
When he said this, a dangerous light flashed in Zhao Kuangyi's eyes. He saw Xiao Siwen, the old Khitan chief, becoming more and more stable in the court. He was not regarded as a threat before, but now he must be on guard.
"Second brother, it's better to drink less wine and make wine!" Zhao Kuangyi advised when he saw Zhao Kuangyin pouring wine into his mouth again.
Zhao Kuangyin shook his head and smiled casually: "If I drink, I may die young, but if I don't drink, I will die of alcohol addiction in a few days."
Of course, this is just self-deprecating. Zhao Kuangyin is indeed a good drinker. He has been having fun without drinking for decades. However, as he gets older and suffers from frequent illnesses, he has become much more restrained than before. However, some habits cannot be changed, at least. In the eyes of others, Duke Rong's bad habits are hard to change.
(End of chapter)
