Chapter 52: The Scramble
"Did you hear that? King Shengning has been overturned! ”
The news that King Shengning had been wronged had been sent back to Changping. The palace was gossiping for a while, all discussing this matter. In addition to the gossip pastime in the era of peace, the involvement of the concubine is the focus of their concern.
"That's right, I heard that he was framed by King Muning! Didn't you see the orange nobleman like a frosted eggplant in the past two days? Her father colluded with foreign thieves to frame the prince, but he was going to be killed! ”
The two little palace maids talked about the tragic fate of Tangerine Citrus in the future, and if such a big thing happened, even if King Muning was exempted from death, there was no chance to turn over.
Li Qingran has found evidence to prove that the case of King Sheng Ning insulting the princess of Outer Mongolia is purely a frame-up. and involved the misbehavior of the prince of Outer Mongolia and the murder of the princess, which made Outer Mongolia a mess.
Not to mention communicating with King Muning, even if it is to meet, it is even more difficult!
Perhaps because it has been known for a long time, the verdict of King Muning can be said to be very fast. On the same day, He issued an order overnight to demote King Muning to a concubine, and he was never allowed to enter the court again!
As for King Shouning, because he only knew about it and didn't report it, and he later provided evidence that King Muning colluded with Outer Mongolia, he had merit, so the credit was offset. However, after this battle, the situation in Wuliangha will be greatly changed.
"I don't know if the emperor will succeed King Muning, can he make a decision?"
Prime Minister Qu Cheng, the veteran of the Three Dynasties, with everyone's expectations, considered his mouth in the early dynasty. Now King Muning has been convicted, but his army has not been taken over for the time being. As everyone knows, the country cannot be left without an owner for a day, and the army cannot be without generals for a day......
He Lianye's eyes were examined among the courtiers below, but in fact, he didn't think about this position for a while.
"Can Zhongqing have a building?"
Since Helian opened his mouth overnight, it was a good time to recommend. Song Zhiyuan saw that no one made a sound, so he took the initiative to recommend: "Your Majesty, the minister is willing to go to Wuliangha and temporarily manage the army of Mufu." ”
Song Zhiyuan was originally a general of the dynasty, and it is indeed appropriate to talk about ability. However, it is precisely because of this that Helian is more cautious. He thought quietly for a while, and finally declined: "General Song has a heavy army in his hands and is busy with military affairs, so it's better to worry less." ”
As soon as he said this, Song Zhiyuan's face changed on the spot. He originally spoke with a tentative mind, but he didn't want He Lianye to refuse so simply, looking at the gloating expressions of the other courtiers, his heart was very unfair.
And at this time, the Nine Princes, who have never spoken too much in the court, actually asked for a rare invitation: "Your Majesty, the courtiers always envied the seventh brother in the past, and they were able to dominate the battlefield and be majestic. Therefore, the younger brother was willing to go to Wuliangha. One is to add experience, and to solve the urgent need for the royal brother! ”
Compared with Song Zhiyuan's eyes, the words of the Nine Princes are obviously more level. first mentioned the seven princes with military power, implying that the emperor should not favor one over the other. Later, this move was set as a relief for the emperor, which is reasonable and difficult to refuse......
Sure enough, after listening to his words, although Helian Ye was dissatisfied, he did not refuse immediately.
He knew that Helian Quan had always been dissatisfied with his inability to command the army, so he always wanted to make a fuss about it. However, he is not a fool overnight. If he really gives him the army, I am afraid that he will kill the king and usurp the throne when he turns around!
Fortunately, there are still people with clear minds in the DPRK. Li Qingran, who had just come back from Wuliangha, immediately answered after listening to the words of the Nine Princes: "The Nine Princes and the Emperor are worthy of a deep brotherhood, but I don't know if the drought in Nanyuan will make the Nine Princes lack skills?" ”
After Nanyuan was given to the Nine Princes as a fief, he has always been remarkable, and there has never been any major difference. But this year, for some reason, there was a sudden drought, so that there was no grain harvest, and the people did not have enough to eat.
In this case, the Nine Princes are undoubtedly the backbone of everyone. If you don't do it at this time and go to Wuliangha instead, I'm afraid that you will inevitably leave criticism.
After Helian Quan listened to what he said, his expression really darkened. But there was unwillingness in his eyes, after all, Wu Liangha's fat meat, he was reluctant to let it out.
Originally, he had reached an agreement with King Shouning, as long as he became the master of Wuliangha, King Shouning would give his full support at that time. At that time, even if King Shengning recovers his vitality, he will be able to achieve the situation of three kings.
But now, he doesn't even have the opportunity to join Wu Liangha, how can he be willing?
"Your Majesty, the drought in Nanyuan is under control, and it will be resolved soon." The Ninth Prince spoke calmly, and at the same time glanced at Li Qingran lightly, "I heard that Lord Li's trip was very dangerous, and he almost lost his life. I didn't expect to care so much about my Nanyuan's affairs, and this king has thanked me here. ”
Courtiers were not allowed to investigate the prince's territory without permission. Therefore, when the drought in Nanyuan had not yet been transmitted back to Changping, Li Qingran, as the secretary of the military department, was indeed out of bounds.
Helian Quan thought that such a statement would definitely make Li Qingran mess up. Unexpectedly, he just smiled faintly and said, "I heard the emperor mention it a few days ago, so I wrote it down." Speaking of which, it is all the emperor who cares about the people's feelings, and the lower officials are still lacking. ”
It turned out to be the emperor!
Helian Quan hated to think, this Li Qingran is really not taken seriously. Unexpectedly, Nan Yuan's urgent twist and turn, the emperor would also inform him. Thinking of this, he had to give up for the time being.
After all, he wasn't stupid enough to say that the emperor was nosy.
And with the back and forth of the two of them, Helian Ye can be regarded as finding a reason to refuse. Seeing that Helian Quan's face was not good, he couldn't hold back the excitement in his heart, and comforted him warmly: "Since the disaster in Nanyuan is strict, the ninth brother still bothers about this. As for Wu Liangha's affairs, I have a decision in my heart. ”
Although he said that, Helian Ye's heart was actually not sure of the candidate. It's just that today he has repeatedly rejected Song Zhiyuan and Helian Quan, and if he mentions others again, it is inevitable that he will not be calculated by the two of them.
Therefore, he directly announced that he would go to the court and discuss this matter tomorrow.
"Down?"
Song Liansheng asked while fiddling with the dim sum. Lingjiao looked at her attentive appearance, shook her head, and said with a smile: "Come on, the emperor will be back later." ”
Because the emperor is busy with affairs these days, Song Liansheng basically lives in the Heart Nourishing Palace. Although there are a lot of criticisms, she doesn't feel the difference when she makes snacks and makes tea every day.
Put the prepared dim sum on the table, and you can eat it when the emperor corrects the folds. Song Liansheng took the handkerchief and wiped his hands and walked towards the door.
The matter of Wu Liangha is over, so after that, it is time to determine the person who will succeed King Muning. For this, Song Liansheng knows much better than those ministers. But in order to avoid accidents, she decided to hint a few words.
As soon as he walked to the door, Song Liansheng saw He's figure in the night. She hurriedly bowed down and saluted, but before she could bend down, she was stopped by Helian overnight.
"I said, don't care about these false courtesies."
A little helplessly pulled her inside, Song Liansheng is good everywhere, but everything is too serious. I had told her many times that the two of them didn't have to salute in private, but she couldn't remember it.
No, when he followed him inside, Song Liansheng was still muttering to himself: "Etiquette must not be abolished......"
"You......" Helian shook his head, obviously helpless against her. But in the next second, when I saw the delicate snacks on the table, I smiled again.
Feeling the brisk pace of his pace, Song Liansheng also felt helpless in his heart. Why didn't you find out before, in fact, the emperor likes sweets very much?