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For many people, the battle of Luoyang, which was supposed to be vigorous, came to an end with Wang Shichong's surrender of the city. Pen @ fun @ pavilion wWw. ｂｉｑUｇE。 ｉｎｆｏ

However, in the eyes of some, the battle of Luoyang does not seem to be over.

Li Yuan of Chang'an, Li Shimin of Luoyang, and Li Jiancheng of Hedong are all very aware of this. When Li Yanqing suddenly let go of the war in Hebei and turned his attention to Luoyang, Li Jiancheng already knew that this good show had just begun.

To be honest, Li Jiancheng has been under a lot of pressure lately.

Since the day he stepped down from the post of governor of the Left Leader Army and switched from the army to government affairs, he clearly felt the pressure brought to him by Li Shimin.

Logically speaking, Li Jiancheng, as Li Tang's heir, has no problem separating himself from his post in the army.

After all, if Li Jiancheng makes a mess on the battlefield, it will definitely have an immeasurable impact on the entire situation in Guanzhong. As Li Tang's future successor, Li Jiancheng's considerations cannot be limited to the military alone. He will be the emperor in the future, and he must focus on the big picture, not the battlefield. From this point of view, Li Yuan's thinking is not wrong. After all, after this series of fierce battles, how to recover his vitality is what Li Tang is most concerned about at present. The focus must also shift from war to recuperation.

Militarily, Li Shimin is enough.

But in political affairs, Li Jiancheng still needs more experience.

Besides, Li Yuan is still in power, and he is the one who controls this Li Tang Jiangshan. As long as Li Yuan is still in power, then what is there to fear?

Li Jiancheng also thought so at the beginning.

However, with Li Shimin's victory after the defeat in the shallow water, the battle of Baibi defeated Liu Wuzhou even more, not to mention that Liu Song was defeated and the army was defeated, and the situation in Saibei was more stable. Now that he is presiding over the Luoyang war, it will further boost Li Shimin's momentum.

Li Jiancheng began to feel the pressure from his brothers, and many ministers in the court must talk about Li Shimin when they mention Li Yuan's heirs.

This means that Li Shimin's prestige in the court has faintly suppressed Li Jiancheng.

How can Li Jiancheng not be anxious?

But now that he has surrendered his military power, it is not so easy to regain it. Unless Li Shimin was defeated in Luoyang, Li Yuan had no way to deprive Li Shimin of his military power. The Battle of Luoyang, will it fail? When the battle began, it was not clear. But with Li Yanqing's defeat of Dou Jiande in Yecheng and the sweeping of Hebei with a devastating momentum, the outcome was already clear.

"The battle in Luoyang has ended, and in the next year, my father will not start the war lightly.

The palace does not say that he will return to Chang'an, but Erlang's military exploits are prominent, and he has faintly posed a threat to the palace in the court, how should the palace be? ”

Li Jiancheng's eyes were burning and he looked around at everyone.

"Prince, you are your majesty's personal seal, why do you need to be afraid of King Qin?

As long as the prince can do his duty well and win the favor of His Majesty, no matter how great the meritorious service of King Qin is, it will only pave the way for the prince in the future. ”

The person who spoke, named Li Gang, was originally an old minister of the Sui family and had participated in the compilation of the Emperor's Law.

However, now he worships the prince Shaobao, and his official rank is the second grade, and he is the assistant of the prince's third division. Li Tangdong Palace, the same as the Sui Chamber, set up three divisions and three less. The so-called three divisions, that is, the prince and the prince, the prince and the prince; And the three young are the prince and the young master, the prince and the young master, and the prince and the young guard. Since ancient times, these three divisions and three young people can do it. Li Gang was in the Sui Chamber and had a reputation for being upright, so after Li Yuan ascended the throne, he attached great importance to Li Gang. The appointment of Li Gang as one of the three young men can be regarded as a clarification of Li Jiancheng's position as the crown prince.

In Li Yuan's opinion, with the assistance of Li Gang, an upright person, Li Jiancheng will definitely be able to do his duty as a prince.

The lessons of Yang Yong's past are still in front of him. Li Yuan paid special attention to the vassals of the Prince's East Palace. Those who are not capable of being famous and have a family background cannot serve as a staff member of the East Palace. It is precisely because of this that Li Gang is now the only one in charge of the three divisions and three young people. Under the three divisions and three youths, they are called princely guests, and four people are set up, and the official rank is three products. The person who held this position was none other than Wang Qi's son, Wang Qi.

Wang Jue is also known for his uprightness and courage to admonish.

The responsibility of the prince's guests is the responsibility of 'taking charge of the attendants' and praising the etiquette, which is in line with Wang Qi's surname.

In addition to these two people, Li Yuan still has Wei Zheng by his side, who is in charge of punishment and punishment; Zheng Yuancong, a bachelor of Chongwen Museum, is a regular book. At the same time, Zheng Yuancong's niece is Li Jiancheng's wife. With this relationship, Li Jiancheng naturally regards Zheng Yuancong as a confidant.

Zheng Yuancong said: "That's what I said, but the problem is that now the court only knows the king of Qin but not the prince, and in the long run, the prince will be in an embarrassing situation." Li Shaobao, it is not Yuan Cong who sow discord, but Yang Guang's example, and we must not consider the prince. ”

Li Gang frowned, "Bachelor Zheng's words are wrong, the reason why Yang Guang was able to take the position is because Yang Yong is not a climate. At that time, I was also an assistant minister of Yang Yongdong's palace, and I knew a lot about him. Yang Yong, who is pro-villain and far from being loyal, was finally taken by Yang Guang. Now the prince is generous and loyal, far from being a villain and loyal, how can he repeat the mistakes of the past. The prince only needs to do his best, and there is no need to worry about other things......"

"But the Tiance Mansion is now pressing, and the prince can't control the military power, so he's afraid of ......"

Wei Zheng frowned and said: "Although what Li Shaobao said is not bad, if the prince does not have military power, I am afraid that he will inherit the great treasure in the future, and it will not be stable." ”

Wei Zheng's words hit the nail on the head.

No matter how big the official position is, if you don't have military power in your hands, it is not a common thing after all.

Li Gang's surname is upright, and he once served as Yang Yong's subordinate of the East Palace, and he can be regarded as having rich experience. Although Wei Zheng's words are a bit rebellious, they are not unreasonable. Therefore, Li Gang had a deep groaning look on his face and kept silent. Wei Zheng, this guy, doesn't turn around at all when he speaks!

"Lao Wang, why don't you speak?"

Li Jiancheng suddenly spoke, looking directly at Wang Qi.

Wang Qi smiled, "If the crown prince is in charge of the army, it will inevitably make His Majesty suspicious; If the prince can't take charge of the army, he will lose the right to speak in the court in the future. Since the crown prince needs to be in charge of the troops, but he can't come forward to take charge of the troops, why not invite someone who can be in charge of the troops, and His Majesty will not be suspicious, come out to take charge of the troops? In this way, the crown prince can be safe and worry-free, and His Majesty will not be suspicious, and at the same time suppress the general Tiance, which can be described as killing three birds with one stone, why not? ”

"This ......"

Li Jiancheng nodded again and again, and Li Gang and the others couldn't help but agree.

"Although Lord Wang said this, I am afraid that it is difficult to choose such a person.

Even if he is the crown prince, he will not be suspicious of His Majesty, and at the same time, he can suppress His Royal Highness the King of Qin...... All three are indispensable, who should be? ”

Wang Qi smiled and said nothing.

Wei Zheng showed a look of understanding.

Li Jiancheng and Li Gang glanced at each other, and their eyes couldn't help but fall on Zheng Yuancong's body.

Zheng Yuancong was a little puzzled and asked, "What does the prince think of me?" ”

Li Gang said with a smile: "There is a candidate for this person, but I am afraid that I will wronged Brother Yuancong." ”

"If I can keep the prince stable, what is it for me to suffer some grievances. But what are you talking about...... It can't be that guy! ”

Zheng Yuancong finally came to his senses, and at the same time understood what the 'grievance' in Li Gang's words meant.

Thinking about it, it seems that only this person is the most suitable. But the problem is that if he agrees, his brother's dream of regaining the scripture hall may be shattered. Moreover, the elder brother and that guy have a grudge against their son. Even if the cause is not the person, if it weren't for that person, maybe ...... Over the years, his brother has always stopped thinking about regaining the scripture hall, but now......

In an instant, Zheng Yuancong's thoughts came and went.

Brother is in Jianghuai for a long time, and the big and small matters of Chang'an are all up to their own decisions.

Zheng Yuancong also knows very well, don't look at Zheng Yuanshou who is now in control of the army, but whether it is in prestige or ability, he is far inferior to that guy.

Taking a deep breath, Zheng Yuancong smiled bitterly: "If he can assist the prince wholeheartedly, what is it if I suffer some grievances?" It's a pity that Zheng Renji's old thing was cheaper...... He had a good life, and he got such a treasure. If my brother had asked Zheng Shi'an's old guy to come over, I wouldn't have said it now...... That's it, I'll try to persuade the eldest brother to persuade as long as the king of Henan can be loyal to the crown prince. ”

At the end of the Battle of Hebei, it is no longer a secret that Li Yuan named Li Yanqing the king of Henan.

And the relationship between Li Yanqing and Li Yuan has gradually surfaced and is known to many people. Zheng Yuancong, as Li Jiancheng's confidant, how could he not know. In fact, when he learned that Li Yanqing was a disciple of Li Valve, he never wanted to take revenge on Li Yanqing.

Li Jiancheng praised his head: "The second uncle understands the righteousness, and the palace is grateful." ”

"Prince, the king of Henan is indeed a suitable candidate, but he is unruly and not idle.

And he has the merit of occupying Xingyang and sweeping Hebei, although he is a clan, His Majesty may not be at ease. Isn't it to recruit him to Chang'an this time to let him leave Heluo, so as to divide his subordinates and achieve the goal of completely controlling the Central Plains? It was not an easy task for him to take charge of the army. ”

Wang Jue said with a smile: "The king of Henan is indeed a little too popular, and it is easy to be suspicious.

But we don't need him to take too much military power, as long as he can control the Northern Ya, it will be considered to achieve the prince's goal of controlling military power. ”

Li Jiancheng also smiled: "Yes, if anyone controls the Beiya, my father may be suspicious." But the truth is ...... Hehe, my father and the Nine Emperor Uncles are like their own children, and for many years, the Nine Emperor Uncles have been incognito, abandoning their families and sons to do things for their fathers, and they have won the trust of their fathers. When the Nine Emperor Uncles were killed, the father and the emperor even stopped the dynasty three times, and wept in the study in front of the portrait of the Nine Emperor Uncles, and even the palace felt a little jealous of the concern for raising the truth...... Hehe, the father's right to raise the truth is actually to protect him.

If Yangzhen is appointed as the Beiya, it must be more reliable for his father to rest in peace...... Lao Wang, what you said is right, Beiya is the only one who is true. ”

Wei Zheng said suddenly: "It's just something we can think of, Qin Wangyan can't think of it?" ”

Li Gang frowned, and couldn't help nodding slightly.

After a long time, he gritted his teeth and said softly: "If King Qin wants to win over the King of Henan, I'm afraid it will not be easy. You must know that under the command of Tiance Mansion, there was the king of Henan who killed his father's enemy. Even if that Wei Chi Jingde was unintentional back then, this revenge for killing his father was real. ”

Zheng Yuancong, Wei Zheng, and Wang Qi couldn't help but gasp.

This old guy is usually kind and kind-eyed, and he looks harmless. If you don't want to open your mouth, it's a poisonous ploy...... This is a salary draw from the bottom of the kettle, and it is really vicious.

Is it possible for Li Shimin to give up Wei Chi Jingde?

He is different from Li Jiancheng, although Li Shimin's prestige and merit are higher than Li Jiancheng, but in the eyes of many people, Li Jiancheng is orthodox and Li Yuan's successor. Therefore, Li Shimin's Tiance Mansion is mostly dominated by reckless and cold men and chivalrous people.

These people are the first to be righteous, and they are different from the children of the world.

Since following Li Shimin, Wei Chi Jingde has done his best and made great contributions.

If Li Shimin agrees to give up Wei Chi Jingde, it will chill these reckless thoughts. At that time, Tiance Mansion will collapse without attacking, and Li Shimin's strength will also collapse. Without the help of those reckless heroes, Li Shimin would not have any threat.

Li Jiancheng very much hopes that Li Shimin can give up Wei Chi Jingde.

However, he also knew that Li Shimin could not give up. If Li Shimin is unwilling to hand over Wei Chi Jingde, then he and Li Yanqing will inevitably turn against each other. At that time, Li Jiancheng tried to recommend Li Yanqing to control the Beiya Forbidden Army, and if he could kill Wei Chi Jingde, Li Yanqing would inevitably bow down to him. When the time comes, he will have the support of the Shixuan Gate Lord, and Li Yanqing will control the military power inside, and the position of the crown prince will be as solid as a rock.

Thinking of this, Li Jiancheng couldn't help but smile......

"Then ...... matter?"

Zheng Yuancong said: "I'm afraid that others are not very easy to come forward with this matter, and the king of Henan may not believe it." In my opinion, I can let Hongyi go to Gong County immediately and inform the king of Henan of the news. Hongyi and the king of Henan grew up together since childhood, and had a friendship in Goguryeo...... Damn, I'll just say that Zheng Renjisheng's eight characters are good. didn't have the slightest idea, but gave birth to a good son and a good daughter. ”

Zheng Hongyi, who is now serving as the secretary of the Economic Bureau in the Prince's Mansion, is also a close minister of the East Palace.

Zheng Yuancong is so stubborn, it is not unreasonable. Zheng Renji has a son and a daughter, sons Zheng Hongyi and Li Yanqing are young, and their daughter Zheng Lizhu is married to Xu Shiji, and Xu Shiji is also small with Li Yanqing, and is quite talented......

You must know that Li Tang followed the military system of the Sui Dynasty, and the rank of the generals basically did not exceed the second rank.

The general of the third rank is already a great position, and even the rank of the chief general of the sixth rate of the East Palace is only the fourth grade.

When the war in Hebei is over, even if Xu Shiji is not promoted, at least he will be a marching commander, and he will be in charge of the political side, and he will even be higher than Zheng Yuanshou's rank. Because of this son-in-law, the Zheng Yuanshou brothers wanted to take measures in the clan several times, but they had to act carefully.

Zheng Yuancong is really envious of Zheng Renji, and even wishes that he could have a daughter......

After the matter was properly discussed, Li Jiancheng immediately ordered someone to recruit Zheng Hongyi.

The Horse Wash of the Bureau of Economics is a civilian official, from the rank of the five grades, in charge of the scriptures, and in and out of the attendants. At the same time, Zheng Hongyi is also a military general, who once fought in Goguryeo and made great achievements with Li Yanqing. Later, he worked in the Confessor's Terrace, and he also served as a county gongcao, which can be said to be rich in experience.

In addition, he once persuaded Yao Junsu to withdraw from Hedong, so that Li Jiancheng could smoothly take over Hedong, which can be regarded as a vote.

This kind of experience makes Zheng Hongyi not as Li Jiancheng's confidant as Zheng Yuancong, but he is also regarded by Li Jiancheng as a cronie and follows him.

However, it was getting late, and Zheng Hongyi did not rest in the palace.

While waiting for Zheng Hongyi, Li Jiancheng and others continued to discuss things with Li Gang and others.

Zheng Hongyi has not yet arrived, but a letter has been sent by the prince's family order. Li Jiancheng opened the letter, and after a hurried glance, he suddenly burst out laughing.

"Why is the prince laughing?"

"Hehe, this day help this palace...... Hongyi doesn't have to go over.

Dou Jungong sent someone to deliver the news that Yang Zhen already knew the real murderer of the emperor's uncle. Last night, I rushed to Luoyang...... Luoyang, I'm afraid it's going to be lively. ”

"Who told you?"

"It is said that it is the news that Yangzhen got by himself......"

"If the king of Henan himself knows, then the prince had better send Zheng Hongyi to Luoyang. At least, to be able to release goodwill to the king of Henan.

The crown prince now needs to return to Chang'an as soon as possible, and while the forbidden army of the Northern Ya has not yet been finalized, the prince will personally recommend it to His Majesty in the court.

In this way, the king of Henan will be able to comprehend the goodwill released by the prince. Yuan Cong also set off with the crown prince to contact the ministers of the court and the central government to respond to the prince's recommendation. ”

"What about you, Li Shaobao?"

Li Gang smiled, "Wang Qi and Wei Zheng stayed in Hedong to deal with the aftermath; The minister asked to transfer the six rates of the East Palace and rush to Luoyang immediately. If there was a conflict between the king of Henan and the king of Qin, the minister would use the edict of the crown prince to mediate. If the king of Henan and the king of Qin ...... The minister will try to make the two fight. ”

Sure enough, this ginger is old and spicy!

In later generations, Wei Zheng Wang Qi was known as a direct minister, but it is undeniable that these two were equally resourceful. But they really didn't think of Li Gang's hand. Li Gang went to Luoyang to mediate in the name of the crown prince, which would definitely add points to Li Jiancheng in Li Yuan's mind.

If Li Yanqing and Li Shimin don't fight......

No, they have to fight!

Li Jiancheng's eyes when he looked at Li Gang suddenly added a little softer.

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The Battle of Luoyang is over!

Li Shimin led the Xuanjia Heavenly Soldiers of Tiance Mansion to enter the Hanjia Palace.

In order to appease Wang Shichong's old subordinates, Li Shimin did not immediately send troops and horses into Luoyang. Except for Ziwei City, which was guarded by the Xuanjia Heavenly Soldiers, the Imperial City and the outer city were not defended. At the same time, the night ban will be lifted, the three cities of Fengdu, Datong and Tongyuan will be opened, and the normal business and trade activities of Luoyang will be resumed at the first time. This doesn't seem to be a big move, but it is indeed true, and it has attracted a lot of popularity votes for Li Shimin.

Wang Shichong's soldiers and horses have been transferred out of Luoyang.

Li Tang's soldiers and horses are stationed in Jingu Garden, who dares to act rashly?

The Xuanjia Heavenly Soldier is a sharp soldier in Li Tang's army, and he can be a ten. Now that the people of Luoyang are determined, Li Shimin will not pursue it, and no one will stand up and make trouble. As for Wang Shichong, he was arranged in the northwest corner of Ziwei City. It was originally the residence of the princess of Sui Yang, but now Wang Shichong lives there, so that he can protect him; Second, it can appease Wang Shichong's heart and monitor it more by the way.

If Wang Shichong repeats, the Xuanjia Heavenly Soldiers can slaughter Wang Shichong's family at the first time.

Wang Shichong is not a fool, since he surrendered, he has honestly shrunk in the palace, and he does not dare to derail at all......

Luoyang is peaceful, and even the Li Tang army outside Luoyang City is also extraordinarily idle.

Tonight, Li Shimin held a banquet in the palace city and invited the Luoyang gentry. Although Wei Chi Jingde was very trusted by Li Shimin, he was not qualified to enter Luoyang. Not only him, but also Qin Qiong's uncle and nephew, Cheng Yanjin, and Qin Wutong were not qualified to enter the city.

After all, this time it is Li Shimin and Luoyang Gate Valve Shixuan who are in contact with each other, and the level of Wei Chi Jingde and others may not be able to enter the eyes of Luoyang Gate Valve.

However, Qiu Xinggong was ordered to accompany him and garrison Ziwei City.

On the one hand, he is a veteran hero who followed Li Shimin, and on the other hand, Qiu Xinggong's ancestral home is Luoyang, and he can be regarded as a local wealthy family in Luoyang.

Wei Chi Jingde seemed to be indifferent, and led his troops to garrison Jinyong City.

It was getting late, and after Jingde finished inspecting the barracks, he returned to the military tent early and prepared to rest. To be honest, he was not happy in this big battle. Wang Shichong almost did not resist, and surrendered early, which made the evil breath that Jingde held in his heart not vent.

At the same time, he also heard about one thing.

The newly crowned king of Henan, the famous goose son, Li Wuving, actually had a grudge against him for killing his father.

When Wei Chi Jingde heard the news at first glance, he was also shocked. He had heard of Li Yanqing's name, and he had also heard the Romance of the Three Kingdoms.

But how did he make a grudge against himself to kill his father?

Lee Hyo-gi?

Wei Chi Jingde can't even remember......

During the Battle of Shaanzhou, he was ordered to ambush Li Tang's reinforcements. At that time, he killed a lot of people, but he didn't know which one was Lee Hyo-gi.

It wasn't until later that he learned that he had killed a Li Tang clan.

However, when he heard that the clan had no descendants, Jingde left the matter behind.

But now...... Wei Chi Jingde's mood was very depressed. Although Li Shimin promised that he would try his best to mediate for him and resolve hatred, he was always a little unsteady in his heart. I heard that the king of Henan is a very unruly, even a bit of a domineering person.

Li Yanqing has been famous since he was a child and has a great reputation.

Back then, because he was framed by Zheng Xing, he even did not hesitate to resist the decree, tore his face with the Zheng family, and forced the Zheng family to kill Zheng Xing, which was considered a settlement. This person's heart is not big-minded, Zheng Xing was unforgiving because he harmed him once, the hatred of killing his father is not shared with the sky, how can Li Yanqing give up?

Lying in the military tent, Jingde tossed and turned.

He sat up and rubbed his cheeks vigorously, trying to sober himself up.

"Fortunately, the battle situation in Luoyang has subsided, otherwise the king of Henan will come, even if Mingli will not make trouble, he will not be able to guarantee that he will start in secret."

Sima Liu Wenjing, who accompanied the army, said to Wei Chi Jingde in private: "Now that the battle of Luoyang has ended, even if the king of Henan wants to move you, he needs to find an opportunity to start." Jingde rest assured that King Qin has promised and will try to mediate for you. As long as the King of Qin is the master for you, even the King of Henan can't help you...... Hehe, besides, he is now a master of great achievements, and he is still too busy to take care of himself, how can he embarrass you?

After the situation calms down, he will either take up the domain, or stay in Chang'an and be a happy prince, and it will be even more impossible to help you. ”

Come to think of it, it seems to be the same thing.

Although Jingde was a little relieved, he was a little unsteady after all.

"I heard that Your Majesty has issued an edict ordering the King of Henan to go to Chang'an and not to appear in Luoyang.

You can do things with peace of mind, and when you have the opportunity in the future, the King of Qin will ask for your life to sit on the side...... Hehe, in short, you don't need to worry, King Qin is in charge of everything. ”

Before entering the city, Liu Wenjing was also entrusted by Li Shimin to come to appease Wei Chi Jingde.

Yes, it's great, I don't meet him Li Yanqing. When the matter calms down here, I will ask the King of Qin for his life and go to Shuozhou to guard the border fortress. It's not too hard to kill people, is it possible that he Li Yanqing can still chase him to Shuozhou to trouble me? If so, I won't be polite.

"Someone, bring wine."

Wei Chi Jingde thought about it, and his mood relaxed a lot.

He sat in the big tent and poured himself a drink, and his nervousness was relieved.

Just when he was drunk, he suddenly heard that a junior colonel outside the tent came to report: "General Qiyu, General Qin and General Cheng sent people to come, saying that they were setting up wine in the Jade Emperor Pavilion of Jingzi Mountain, and asked the general to drink together." ”

Wei Chi Jingde felt that drinking alone was a little boring, and he was naturally very happy to hear that Qin Qiong and Cheng were biting the golden wine.

He has a good relationship with Qin Qiongcheng biting gold, so he won't doubt it. Najing Purple Mountain is not far from Jinyong City, undulating by the Yellow River, the scenery is extremely beautiful, it is a good place to drink and have fun.

Jingde immediately agreed, "Let that person go back and tell Lao Qin and Lao Cheng, and say that I will go over." ”

(To be continued)