In Qizhou City, there are also people who are also dissatisfied with the current situation.

There is no doubt that this person is none other than Wang Jundu.

He is half a director of this rebellion, but unfortunately the development of the plot did not go as he expected, and the deviation was very large.

The assassination of Xie Yi failed, and he let him slip away smoothly, and took Xu Xiaode away, and now Weng and his son-in-law have joined forces, directly delaying the spread of the rebellion in Qizhou.

What's even worse is that Xie Yi still has a cheap decree in his hand, and he justifiably mobilized the soldiers and horses of the surrounding states and counties, which made Wang Jundu feel a deep sense of frustration. It shows that not only was his whereabouts exposed early, but Li Shimin also made arrangements in advance, and this holy decree of cheap action is the best proof of this.

People have been prepared for a long time, which makes Wang Jundu feel that he is being calculated, everything is behind others, and the facts are expected by others, and there is no chance at all. The fact that we are in such a situation is closely related to this.

Dongping County, where the soldiers and horses of Qizhou couldn't pass for a long time, didn't know what Yin Hongzhi thought and commanded. Although he arranged a lot of people in the Qi Palace, he couldn't play a decisive role and couldn't affect the decision-making power, so he could only watch Li You and Yin Hongzhi mess around, and he was helpless.

No, it's not.

Wang Jundu felt that he might be able to do something, such as meeting Yin Hongzhi and discussing with him about sending troops......

However, just thinking about it, Wang Jundu gave up, he still knew how Yin Hongzhi was a person, and he was more self-righteous. It's not so easy to deal with such a person, anyway, Yin Hongzhi will not give up the control of the Qi Palace's mansion and the army no matter what, even if they meet?

Do you expect him to listen to a few of your opinions, then make adjustments, and then make significant progress? And with Yin Hongzhi's character, he may find a way to dig up all the power on his side and use it for him.

Is it possible? How do two people who are good at intrigue work together? Therefore, Wang Jundu still decisively gave up this idea, and could only find another solution.

The military situation in Qizhou has become uncontrollable. Now he can only think of some ways in other aspects, and Li Ke, the king of Wu, went to Dongping County, and it is said that he stayed and joined forces with Huaiyang Hou Xie Yi.

Isn't this an opportunity? The situation on the battlefield is unfavorable, we can make some trouble behind our backs! For example, to send some news to Chang'an, it was Li Ke and Xie Yi, the kings of Wu, who joined forces to persecute them, or induce Li You to rebel, etc., in short, they turned this matter into a brotherly wall and fratricidal infighting.

When the time comes, what will Li Shimin think? What will the world think? Can Xie Yi and Li Ke still fight in Dongping safely? I heard that Xie Yi has a close relationship with the British Duke Li Ji, who is in Hedong and supports him behind the scenes. If there is any more implication between them, what should Li Shimin think?

The emperor is the most sensitive person in the world, and he is the most suspicious, a son, a young and excellent minister of the Son of Heaven, and a general of the Pillar State with a heavy army collude with each other, what will he think, and what will he do?

Wang Jundu sneered secretly, although he was not sure what the effect would be. But these methods can be tried, and there may be unexpected results. At this time, a dead horse is a live horse doctor, but whenever you have the opportunity, you must try your best.

Besides. Chang'an also has to think of a way, if the other princes can be involved, what will happen to the Tang Court? What will Li Shimin be like?

Li Tang's princes were already intrigued, and now they are making these excuses. There must be a few people who can play on the topic, and it would be great if they could make things bigger.

The prince's infighting is a long-standing tradition of the Li family. Presumably Li Shimin's sons won't disappoint, right? Wang Jundu's face was full of sneers, but there was a little bitterness.

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The development of things is often so unexpected, and the first place to go wrong is in Qizhou City.

An assassin wanted to assassinate Li You, the king of Qi, but the conclusion was later that the assassin was from Song Prefecture and did not need to speak much, so the spearhead was naturally pointed at Li Ke, the king of Wu.

Then all kinds of rumors and so-called evidence began to appear, and then they were quietly sent to Chang'an City, to the desks of those who should have appeared.

In a hurry, the war between Qizhou and Dongping County seemed to be less important, but Chang'an City was once again turbulent. Many princes' homes, important ministers of the imperial court, and even princes' mansions, as well as many unknown places, are a little uneasy at the moment.

The rebellion in Qizhou was provoked by King Wu......

The king of Qi was lured and persecuted by the king of Wu and the marquis of Huaiyang......

There was collusion between the King of Wu, the Marquis of Huaiyang, and the Duke of England......

The King of Qi had a tearful and bloody letter to His Majesty the Emperor, and was seized halfway......

All in all, all kinds of news are aimed at Xie Yi and Wu Wang Li Ke, the so-called evidence is not conclusive, but it is also plausible, if taken together, it does not seem to be without credibility. Especially after King Wu arrived in Dongping County, he did not leave as everyone expected, but stayed to join forces with Xie Yi.

Such a move is really outlandish, and in a way it is a confirmation of these rumors. But perhaps it is completely fake, and it does not stand up to scrutiny at all......

But it doesn't matter what the facts are, everyone who receives the message mainly thinks about whether the message is beneficial to them and whether it is useful. Further down, if these so-called rumors are confirmed, the consequences will be quite terrible, and it will also be a disaster for Datang.

Therefore, in public and private, people who are officials in the court should pay attention, worry about the country and the people, and solve problems for the monarch's father. However, under these high-sounding rhetoric, all of them harbor evil intentions.

Du Chuke, the secretary of the Ministry of Works, hurriedly entered the Wei Palace, and as soon as he entered the study, he said, "Has Your Highness heard the news of Qizhou?" ”

Li Tai, the king of Wei, nodded and said, "I've heard about it, did Du Changshi come in a hurry to see anything?" ”

"Your Highness is serious, the minister doesn't dare to take it, the minister just thinks that this matter is very important, and he must come to discuss with His Highness." Du Chuke was the governor of the Wei Dynasty and had a close relationship with Li Tai.

Li Tai nodded and asked, "Then Du Changshi thinks this news is true or false?" ”

Obviously, this ......is a very critical question, but it is also a major issue, Du Chuke groaned slightly, and did not answer positively, but said: "It is better to believe it than to believe it!" ”

It's a brilliant answer, it doesn't matter what the truth is, what matters is what happens if it's true? Du Chuke naturally clearly grasped the thoughts of His Royal Highness King Wei. The clever answers also reduce the essence of the question to make a conversion.

If this is true, what will happen to the imperial court? There is no doubt that there will be greater unrest, and as far as the public is concerned, it is an excuse and a justification for any action.

However, there must always be a motive for doing things, and if this matter is true, the impact on Wei Wangfu is the origin of the motive for this matter. If Li Ke, the king of Wu, made such a big move, and had such a means, and first removed Li You, the king of Qi, what would he do next?

The lips are dead and the teeth are cold, should the Wei Wangfu also protect itself? Especially when the British Duke Li Ji, who had a heavy army, was also implicated. Things are getting more complicated.

The threat of the Wu Palace's palace suddenly became very great, and the other princes' means and behaviors of some self-preservation seemed to be well-reasoned, so it was not so strange that they had done something.

Of course, these reasons are somewhat high-sounding, but it would be nice to make a fuss about them with such high-sounding reasons. Obviously, this is a good opportunity, Li Tai has this thought, Du Chuke obviously thinks so too, and knows the thoughts of His Royal Highness King Wei. Come in at the right time.

There is no need to say it explicitly, but this sentence has already indicated its attitude. Li Tai immediately understood in his heart, and at the same time, he trusted this long history more and more. Completely enter the ranks of cronies.

At this moment, Du Chuke is not the secretary of the Ministry of Industry of the imperial court, but the long history of the Wei Palace, and his starting point is to consider His Royal Highness the King of Wei. Apparently. This is the situation that Li Tai wants to see, and he is quite comforted at the moment.

"Du Changshi is right, it is better to believe it than not to believe it. Although this king believes in the third brother, there is a way that there is no wind and no waves, and the rumors will not come out of nowhere. ”

Li Tai seemed to sigh with emotion: "Whether it is for the third brother's reputation, or for the stability of the imperial court and the stability of the imperial court, this matter must be paid attention to." ”

"Yes, at this time, it is best for His Royal Highness King Wu to leave Dongping County as soon as possible, return to Chang'an to report on his work, and prove his innocence...... However, the stakes are high, and it is best for the imperial court to strengthen its precautions. ”

Du Chuke said: "These things need to be judged by His Majesty, but as a courtier, I should share my worries for the country, and it is appropriate to remind and advise from Shangshu......"

Of course, Li Tai understood what Du Chuke meant, and said with a smile: "That's true, although my father is a hero and a martial artist, he will be aware of his ideas. But as a minister, he should still be conscientious, and it is reasonable for him to remind and advise. ”

"Hmm!" Du Chuke said with a smile: "What Your Highness said is that there are several officials who have newly entered Chang'an with high spirits and ambitions, and they must be willing to go up and down. ”

Hearing this, Li Tai smiled with satisfaction, Du Chuke really came prepared. Before entering the palace, he did everything that needed to be done, which can be described as loyal!

Li Tai smiled: "It's hard work." ”

"Your Highness is polite, as a long history, it is appropriate to serve His Highness." Du Chuke's words were righteous, and he felt completely brave and loyal.

Li Tai nodded with satisfaction, with Du Chuke's resolute allegiance, it means that the Jingzhao Du clan has completely become the supporter behind him.

As for the Du family room headed by Du He, Ma Du He is not considered at all, what ability and influence does he have at a young age? Aside from the two less useful identities of the longhouse grandson and the colt, what else do they have?

On the contrary, Du Chuke, as the secretary of the Ministry of Industry, is old, and there are too many supporters and connections behind him, which is exactly what he needs.

This joint action against Li Ke, the king of Wu, is a good start, and this matter is also necessary, after all, Li Ke is older than himself and has the ability. And his father's love for Li Ke in many places also made him uneasy, if he could find a way to deal with him now, smear him, or even push him into a place of no return, it would naturally be the best.

The opportunity is rare, the current situation is too unexpected, if it succeeds, it is equivalent to destroying the two princes at the same time, and there will be two fewer competitors at once.

But this doesn't seem to be the point, the most important competitor is still there, and he is still sitting firmly in the East Palace. There is a premise for everything, that is, to drag the crown prince Li Chengqian from the position of the prince, and then drive him out of the East Palace, and it is for nothing to be responsible for everything.

Even if all the other princes are hung up or abolished and lose their qualifications for competition, as long as Li Chengqian steps out of the East Palace, he will have no chance at all, but will make wedding clothes for others.

So after Li Tai pondered for a while, he said slowly: "Du Changshi, there is a news I don't know if you know or not?" ”

"Your Highness, please?" Du Chuke frowned, he didn't know what Li Tai was referring to, after all, there were too many things that had happened in Datang recently.

"Yin Hongzhi had a lot of dealings with Chengji before he left Chang'an, and he had a very close relationship." Li Tai said in a deep voice: "This king also heard some news, after Li You arrived in Qizhou, he had given gifts to the East Palace many times, and he used to only think that it was a mutual friendship between brothers and gifts to each other, but now it seems to be a little sensitive. ”

Li Tai only stated some facts about the news he had heard, and did not have any attitude or instructions or other words, let alone make any demands. But Du Chuke clearly grasped Li Tai's intentions, His Royal Highness King Wei wanted to kill three birds with one stone, and even brought the East Palace off the horse!

The idea is really ambitious, if it succeeds, all three princes will be out at once, including the most important prince of the East Palace.

Then next, the position of the prince seems to be undecided, but it seems to open a door to someone. It's not a clever calculation, but the result is so tempting that you can't help but want to try it.

It's just that......

Du Chuke couldn't help but beat a little drum in his heart, and took this opportunity to find a way to clean up Li Ke, the king of Wu, whether it was successful or not, at least let his reputation be damaged, or leave a little suspicion or bad impression in the emperor's heart, as long as he was excluded from the choice of the heir to the throne.

As things stand, it's not very difficult to do this, it's possible. But if you want to hit the crown prince Li Chengqian, I'm afraid it will be a little ......

If the attack area is too wide and there are too many targets, the difficulty will naturally rise, and if you don't do it well, you will make things very bad. Therefore, Du Chuke couldn't help but look embarrassed, and after pondering for a while, he said leisurely: "Your Highness, why don't we change our minds, and King Wu will hand it over to others...... We mainly aim at the East Palace, or do we act at the opportunistic. ”

"This ......" Li Tai was a little disappointed at first, but then when he saw Du Chuke's expression was very solemn, he knew that he was not prevaricating, but that the difficulty of the matter was indeed relatively high.

Come to think of it, it's really hard to achieve so many goals at once. It's just for the East Palace first, will it make wedding clothes for others?

At this moment, the figure of the ninth brother Li Zhi inexplicably appeared in Li Tai's heart...... (To be continued.) )