Seeing Zhang Wenguan and Hao Chujun's shocked expressions, Li Xian suddenly regretted telling him this method.
But it’s okay not to say it. Although I haven’t become the prince yet, it is necessary to show my abilities at this time.
No one wants to support an ordinary person. For ministers, only the extremely smart and extremely stupid princes are what they like.
A smart prince undoubtedly has the ability to continue the current prosperous era. Although the history books do not explain what happened to the Tang Dynasty when Li Zhi was in power, Li Xian knew very well that it was Li Zhi who really raised the national power of the Tang Dynasty to the limit. On the basis of inheriting the prosperous age of Zhenguan, he took a step further.
However, under the guidance of some people in history who deliberately smeared her, this light was obscured by the dirt of Wu Zetian.
As for the stupid prince, that is easier to understand. Because for some people with ulterior motives, such a prince is easy to control even after he becomes the emperor.
Like Li Xian, one of the most famous unlucky emperors in history. How unlucky was he? The first time he was deposed was because he favored his father-in-law and even said something like, "I would give the world to Wei Xuanzhen, so why should I begrudge a servant?"
As for his death, although there is no final conclusion, the theory that he was poisoned by his wife and daughter has gained so much support, which shows that it still has some credibility.
A smart prince is welcomed by important ministers, while a stupid prince is sought after by sycophants.
Li Xian doesn't want to pretend to be a pig and eat the tiger. That's not how political battles work. If you don't have an absolute advantage at the beginning, pretending to be a pig and eating the tiger will only make you more and more like a pig. Although a smart prince will harm the interests of many people, and even cause some people to think of "getting rid of him and then quickly". However, Li Xian still hopes to come this way.
Smiling slightly, Li Xian cupped his hands and said, "Why are you two so surprised? I think back to the time when Taizong once said, 'Lake history as a guide to know the ups and downs.' Such behavior of digging into the past is not necessarily wrong. In any case, The wisdom of our ancestors often has merit. At most, we should not just copy it and make some changes based on the current situation."
Hearing what King Yong said, Hao Chujun stroked his beard and laughed and said: "Okay, it's good to learn from history and combine it with the present. Your Highness's words are not at all weaker than Taizong's words."
Zhang Wenguan also laughed, stood up and cupped his hands and said: "I have lived a long life in vain. I have not fully understood such an obvious truth. I am really ashamed that Your Highness has to wake me up today."
Seeing Zhang Wenguan's salute, Li Xian quickly stood up and returned the salute, saying: "You two, it's better not to kill me. If you can pick up Taizong's teeth and wisdom, I will be very satisfied. What's more, I dare to believe that before you two came, , this plan has already been finalized."
Hao Chujun smiled so hard that he couldn't see his teeth: "Oh? Why did His Highness say this?"
Li Xian replied unhurriedly: "You two have been in the court for many years, and what you have seen and known is naturally beyond what I can compare with. I have never looked down upon the princes in the court. It's just that I The king is very curious and wants you two to come to the house to discuss this matter, but..."
Hao Chujun smiled and said: "I just happened to be here today. Your Highness should ask Zhang Shizhong this question."
Zhang Wenguan said sternly: "Since Your Highness has your own concerns, why bother to ask? Today's visit, I learned that Your Highness has been praised, and it is not groundless. However, the old minister wants to advise Your Highness, there are some things that you have guessed, but don't say it. Don't even show it. Now that the prince has passed away not long ago, it is better to forget about it than to look at it. Does your highness understand?"
How could Li Xian not understand this?
The prince had just died, so even if he had guessed that the prince's position would be his, he couldn't be too excited. Before you actually get it, anything can happen. It is not good to overly show your coveting for the position of prince.
This was guidance, and Li Xian knew very well that at least now Zhang Wenguan had shown support for him. Although Hao Chujun didn't show any performance, judging from today's visit, he may not be interested in taking the exam. I think this guy is also very satisfied with his performance.
It's just that, as a Zhongshu order, it is inconvenient to express it clearly.
After raising his hand to Zhang Wenguan and bending forty-five degrees, Li Xian said, "I understand what Mr. Zhigui said. Don't worry, I know what's appropriate."
For this gift, Zhang Wenguan did not return the gift, because what he did and said was worthy of King Yong's worship.
When Li Xian stood up, Hao Chujun picked up the tea bowl and said with a smile: "Your Highness is really thoughtful. With just a bowl of tea, he and the old minister and others discussed the same ideas for a long time. Although we can't drink today, we still have the same ideas." It doesn’t matter if you drink tea. Come, I’ll give you a bowl of tea.”
After saying that, Hao Chujun drank the tea soup in the tea bowl in one gulp, and then breathed a long sigh of relief, seemingly enjoying it.
Serve tea?
this....
Looking at his tea bowl, Li Xian never thought that this would happen in the end.
The secretary in the hall is offering tea, will you drink it or not?
If you don't drink, are you looking down on others?
With no other choice, Li Xian had no choice but to pick up the tea bowl, carefully avoid the solids, and drink it.
Just one mouthful of it made him fly away.
too....
He wanted to frown, but seeing Zhang Wenguan and Hao Chujun enjoying themselves, Li Xian had to stop and put on the same expression.
Heaving a long sigh of relief, Hao Chujun said: "Thanks to His Highness's blessing, I was able to taste this wonderful tea soup today."
This means asking for something.
But what he wanted was just right. Li Xian was thinking about how to get rid of those so-called "tribute teas". Now it is perfect to use them as gifts. It's the same as Zhou Yu Huang Gai, except this time one is willing to give it away and the other is willing to drink it.
Smiling slightly, Li Xian said: "Hao Zengshan has been as honest as a mirror since he became an official. I admire him very much. Since you like this tea soup, I will send someone to deliver it to your house."
"Oh, Your Highness, how is this possible? The tributes from your palace are given to you by Your Majesty and the Queen of Heaven. What's more, if a gentleman does not take away people's love, how can I dare to accept it?"
"Hao Zengshan is refusing. I prefer boiled water to tea soup. What's more, I don't worry about national affairs, so I don't need to stay up late to deal with government affairs. It is most appropriate to give you these tea leaves and tributes."
Having said this, Li Xian looked at Zhang Wenguan again: "Zhang Shizhong, how about you and Hao Zengshan divide it equally?"
Compared to Hao Chujun, Zhang Wenguan was much more straightforward. He cupped his hands and said, "Old minister, I would like to thank His Highness for your kindness."
After the gift, even the old-fashioned person like Zhang Wenguan couldn't help but slightly raise the corners of his mouth.
Since ancient times, the things the emperor rewards are different from similar items obtained through ordinary channels. The prince's offerings were coveted by them, let alone tributes. This not only satisfies the appetite, but also satisfies the vanity.
Just imagine, when making tea to entertain guests, the guests are surprised by the ingredients. At this time, the host says, "This is a tribute." How beautiful would it be?
