Originally, since Xue Shao, Princess Taiping, who has always been playful, finally left Chang'an once and would play in Lantian for a few days. Unexpectedly, Princess Taiping stayed in Yaochi Yulin for a while, and then said that it was better to return to Chang'an earlier.

One is that the marriage is approaching, and there are many things to deal with. Besides, Wu Youning also had to strike while the iron was hot, and he couldn't give him too much time to breathe.

Princess Taiping's style once again reminded Xue Shao of that person, who sat behind the dragon chair in the palace and listened to the government - taking into account the overall situation, he was resolute, or he didn't make a move, and he wanted to win as soon as he made a move!

This is also quite similar to Xue Shao's own style of behavior - the enemy who is never allowed to be defeated is never allowed, and there is also the opportunity to put a gun on his back!

The young couple hit it off and decided to leave for Chang'an immediately.

But before the temporary, Princess Taiping said that there was still a small matter to deal with.

She wants to summon Yu Hongye in person. And it was a one-on-one meeting, a private conversation.

Xue Shao just said to her the big truth of "leave some time and space for the other party", so naturally he would not object or interrogate. When the two of them had a private meeting, Xue Shao waited patiently outside.

The second daughter talked for about half an hour before Princess Taiping came out of the house, and smiled at Xue Shao, "Xue Lang, let's go!" ”

Xue Shao really wanted to ask what the two of them had talked about, but Princess Taiping spoke first, "Xue Lang, don't fantasize!" Even Yu Hongye himself will not divulge the content of our secret conversation today to anyone! ”

"Did I say I want to know the way?" Xue Shao spread his hands, looking very innocent.

Princess Taiping giggled, "Then let's go!" ”

Princess Taiping's laughter made Xue Shao a little depressed, this eccentric little girl can actually grasp the uncle's heart!

Princess Taiping came to Lantian and left in an instant.

When the car left Lantian, it also attracted a group of people to watch and send off. The Lantian officials, who were preparing to entertain Princess Taiping, were very panicked, thinking that something was wrong and angered the princess, which made the princess walk away. Xue Shao came forward to explain that Princess Taiping was afraid of disturbing the local prefecture and county, so she decided not to stay, which appeased the officials and people in Lantian.

The road back to Chang'an was not too far, Xue Shao rode a horse and walked beside Princess Taiping's car, and the two chatted all the way. In addition to saying some light-hearted witticisms to flirt, he also discussed what to do after returning to Chang'an.

In response to Wu Youning, the young couple unanimously decided to use the weapon of "law" to deal with him, that is, Yangmou!

In fact, Xue Shao took this route at the beginning. Although he could directly clean up the Zheng brothers by relying on his hard power, he still invited Wei Yuanzhong to make a move in the name of Yushitai first. In this way, even if outsiders (including Wu Zetian) know that the origin of the Lu Dao matter is the personal feud between Xue Shao and Wu Youning, there is nothing to find fault with and blame - who is called Wu Youning and the Guan brothers, they have indeed broken the law?

As for whether Wu Zetian's heart will hate Xue Shao because of this, this is actually not very important. In Xue Shao's opinion, with the height of Wu Zetian and the mind she should have, she would not care too much about such a "private fight". In fact, in terms of "the emperor's mental technique", there are contradictions and fights between his courtiers, which is a good thing for the emperor. Because it is conducive to the emperor's mediation and control. It would be bad if all the ministers in the court were connected together so that the emperor could not do anything.

Having said that, if someone else bullied Wu Zetian's cousin Wu Youning, most of them would not be able to eat and walk around. But if the object is Princess Taiping and Xue Shao, for Wu Zetian, the palms and backs of her hands are full of meat, and the balance in her heart may be more inclined to her baby daughter Princess Taiping, and the new star in the military world she has high hopes for, Xue Shao.

It was precisely because he thought about these things clearly that Xue Shao was relieved to boldly kill Lantian County in person this time. Even if this incident would make Wu Zetian's heart a little unhappy, he didn't want to leave a reputation for being weak and incompetent and being bullied.

Besides, the dignified son of Lantian, as the emperor's nephew and about to become a concubine, has just made great achievements in the Northern Expedition and has made a certain reputation in the army. Those soldiers who recognize their fists more than they recognize reason will be deeply ashamed.

Even Princess Taiping will be deeply disappointed from the bottom of her heart!

On the way back to Chang'an, Xue Shao weighed the left and right in his heart, and then decided that he had done the right thing on his trip to Lantian!

Chang'an has arrived.

Xue Shao and Princess Taiping went their separate ways and went home, agreeing to visit the newly renovated Princess Taiping Mansion together tomorrow. After a journey, Xue Shao was a little tired, so he was ready to go home and rest for a while.

When he returned home, Xue Shao found that there seemed to be a guest at home, and it was lively. After taking a look, it turned out to be Pei Xingjian's wife Kudi's family.

Seeing that she was dressed as a life wife, she must have just come out of the palace. The demon is also there, riding her pet dog Didiu, and taking Pei Xingjian's three younger sons to play together in the yard.

"Ah, Xue Gongzi is back!" Seeing Xue Shao's extraordinary joy, the Kudi clan stepped forward happily, "There is a difference, the son's style is more prosperous in the past!" ”

"I've seen Madame." Xue Shao saluted decently. No matter how you say it, she is also the wife of Pei Xingjian, and etiquette cannot be abolished.

"Free, free!" Kudi smiled without taboos, "If the husband is not here, the son does not have to stick to these vulgar etiquette." Childe worships me like this, which makes me feel like I'm really old! ”

Everyone laughed quite cooperatively, and Xue Shao smiled: "Madame, did you just come back from the palace today?" ”

"yes, I just got back from the Academy." "A few days ago, I heard from the demon girl that Gongzi was back, and I wanted to come and see him for a long time. Helplessly, there were more things in the courtyard, and it was delayed for a while. I don't have time until today. I'm lucky, it just so happens that my son will go home today! ”

"Madame, please sit in the main hall!" Xue Shao welcomes you.

Kudi blinked and hesitated, "Okay, then you're welcome!" ”

Xue Shao smiled, Kudi is really different from the wife of the ordinary Shi Dafu family, she is quite straightforward and straightforward, and she is not limited to red tape.

The two entered the hall, and Xue Shao invited her to take a seat as if he was entertaining the elder. As soon as Kudi sat down, he opened the conversation, "Childe, I want to ask when my husband will be able to return to Chang'an?" ”

Xue Shao hurriedly said: "In fact, the Northern Expedition has been won, but there are still some post-war matters that need to be dealt with. Pei Gong was the commander of the Northern Expedition and had to stay longer. As for when the class teacher will return to Beijing, I am afraid it depends on the meaning of the imperial court. Madame often accompanies the queen of heaven, and serves in the courtyard, but she hasn't heard some news? ”

Kudi frowned slightly in annoyance, "Yes, yes. However, if there is too much news to be true or false, the imperial court has not yet made a clear statement for the Northern Expedition to return to Beijing. I was unsure, so I came to ask my son for advice. ”

When Xue Shao heard it, there was an inside story!

"I don't dare to ask for advice. Madame has something to say, just ask. Xue Shao said.

Kudi nodded, his eyes looking around rather alertly.

Xue Shao understood, so that everyone withdrew from the main hall, and abandoned the idle eyes and ears.

Only then did Kudi whisper: "Childe, I want to ask you privately, have you discussed with your husband the issue of how the imperial court should deal with the Turkic captives?" ”

"Oh?" Xue Shao was slightly stunned, "Do you mean Fu Nian?" ”

"And that, the little Turkic beauty who is hiding in your house now!" Kudi's changed from his usual big and casual, and his expression was quite serious.

Xue Shao shook his head in embarrassment, "This kind of thing, what I told Pei Gong doesn't count!" ”

"But the court's attitude towards the Turkic captives will directly or indirectly determine the fate of you and your husband, won't it?" Cudi's expression became more serious.

Xue Shao frowned slightly and nodded silently. He thought to himself that from the beginning of the founding of the Tang Dynasty to the present, the Tang Dynasty court has basically adopted a policy of "restraint and autonomy" for foreign tribes who have pacified the war. This time, the Turkic rebellion quelled by the Northern Expedition, although not very thoroughly, at least dealt a heavy blow to the strength of the Turkic rebellion, and it was difficult for them to rise up strongly again in a short period of time.

However, how the imperial court will deal with the captives of Fu Nian and Ai Yan will directly determine the future peace and security of the grassland, and will also directly affect the surrounding pattern of the Tang Dynasty in the next few decades. According to the meaning of Xue Shao and Pei Xingjian, that is, the Tang Dynasty should treat the captives well, and make good use of Fu Nian and Ai Yan to appease the grassland people, but they can't let the tiger return to the mountain and give them the opportunity to entangle the rebellion again.

If Xue Shao and Pei Xingjian's opinions are adopted, it means that they have made the right decision on military affairs, and their status in the court will be greatly improved. Perhaps, Pei Xingjian will have the opportunity to officially enter the cabinet to pay homage to the prime minister because of this.

On the contrary, if Xue Shao and Pei Xingjian's proposition is not adopted by the imperial court, it means that their political opinions are contrary to the opinions of the upper echelons of the imperial court - it will be difficult for them to get any improvement in their political treatment, and even be suppressed and excluded!

That's exactly what Kudi is worried about right now.

"Madame, have you heard anything?" Since the interests are unified, Xue Shao is not afraid to ask questions directly.

Kudi said with a worried face: "It's a matter of imperial court secrets, I don't hear much, and I don't dare to inquire too much." I only vaguely heard some rumors that Prime Minister Pei Yan seems to be advocating killing Fu Nian and others to set an example and eradicate future troubles! ”

"What? He's crazy?! Xue Shao was surprised, "The Son of Heaven of the Tang Dynasty is regarded as the Khan of Heaven by all countries, and he never kills the leaders of foreign clans who surrender. Moreover, even if it is really necessary to kill Fu Nian to eradicate future troubles, it is definitely not such a time! The war on the grassland had just ended, and although the Tang Dynasty had won, it was not enough to fully control the vast prairie. The tribes in the north are also waiting to see how the Tang Dynasty will deal with Fu Nian's people - if Fu Nian is killed, it will really be self-defeating and will make the grassland people chill the Tang court. At the same time, it will also give people a handle, which is equivalent to directly giving the Turks an excuse to gather and rebel again! ”

"Hey......" Kudi sighed and shook his head slightly, "Actually, no one in the court understands these truths that Gongzi said. Even I, a female streamer, can roughly think of some of the twists and turns. However, the prime ministers who live in the high pavilion have always had different thoughts in their hearts and ways of looking at problems. Perhaps, they have their own reasoning? ”

"......" Xue Shao was speechless, the truth of fart!

Prime Minister Pei Yan, advocating to kill Fu Nian?

For what?

A prime minister who had never participated in the war and did not know much about the situation in the northern part of the Tang Dynasty and the internal situation of the grassland, why would Lu have such a strange proposition?

As the prime minister of An Lishu, the son of heaven, can't he think that such an idea is likely to plunge Datang into war in the next few decades?!

Xue Shao, I really can't figure it out!

Wu Youning's matter has not been dealt with yet, and it seems that there will be a bigger incident again. Xue Shao was very annoyed in his heart, it was really a wave of unsettled, wave after wave!