Love Affairs in Chang'an - Chapter 367

Chapter 367 Suppress The Heroes

There was a deathly silence in the hall of the Hongwen Pavilion. This was in stark contrast to Yuchi Jingde’s previous uproar.

Everyone looked at Fang Xuanling, who had yet to recover from his illness and was extremely weak.

After all, Changsun Wuji was someone who had experienced great storms in the world. At this time, he actually did not show any panic. He only smiled faintly and said, “It’s a good thing that Xuan Ling’s position is so clear and resolute. Right now, the four prime ministers in charge of the central government support the battle, while the two oppose it. If they are still at a standstill, we have no choice but to ask His Majesty for help.”

“Military intelligence is like fire, how can it be delayed?” Li Daozong said, “Situ, we are sitting here drinking tea and chatting. We are not in a hurry, but at every moment on the frontlines, hundreds of people are likely to be bleeding.” He who hesitates is lost. Fang Xuanling’s words sounded reasonable from the shallow to the deep. What else could he refute and discuss? If this continued, it would be a miscarriage of justice and a miscarriage of justice. How can we afford to lose the lives of the frontline soldiers because of the dispute between the officials of the Imperial Court? ”

“Then according to His Highness’ wishes, what should we do?” Eldest Sun Wuji spread out his hands and said helplessly, “Right now, all the officials are divided into two equal sects, and each of them refuses to let him go.” Regardless of which side he came from, the other side would definitely not accept it. In this way, there would be a huge contradiction in the Imperial Court. Your Highness, Tibet is also good Gao Chang, no matter how troublesome it is, it can’t break the Great Tang and can’t seize the rivers and mountains of the Central Plains at all; If we cause trouble from the inside, it will be a bad thing. Right now, it was a troubled autumn, and the stability of the court was more important than anything else. “I am also considering the overall situation, not for my own selfishness. Please forgive me, Your Highness.”

The eldest Sun Wuji’s words were smooth enough to leave Li Daozong no room for criticism. Li Daozong had no choice but to nod his head, “Then … please let His Majesty the Emperor decide!”

“His Majesty’s illness is heavy, how can he govern?” Fang Xuanling said, “If he could come, how could he wait until now?”

Everyone sighed and shook their heads.

At this moment, the situation was stalemate, and it was really not good.

At this moment, Wei Zheng suddenly stood up and beckoned for his servant to serve him. “What is Xuan Cheng going to do?”

“I’m Wei, please take your leave.” Wei Zheng sighed and bowed to the crowd. “It seems that I am indeed a little old. Once this person gets old, it will be easy for him to be confused. In the future, I will not easily participate in such a court event, so as not to mislead myself and others.”

“What did Xuan Cheng say?” Changsun Wuji and Fang Xuanling were both shocked.

“Ah … I don’t have many days to live!” Wei Zheng shook his head and smiled. “Before I die, I don’t want to commit any major mistakes that will make others laugh. Xuan Ling, in the end, you still have experience! I’ve never been convinced in my life. I’ve already convinced you this time. You’re right, Lanzhou, it’s time to fight.”

“Why?” Many people asked in surprise.

No one knew that Wei Zheng was an iron bone, even if the emperor threatened to kill him, he would not change his original intentions and opinions; No one didn’t know that Wei Zheng’s countless advice had only been adopted by the emperor for the most part, and his knowledge and ideas had always been the most outstanding and praiseworthy. It was very important for Wei Zheng’s righteousness and opinion that the Great Tang of Zhenguan had today’s glorious age. Even Li Shimin said that before Zhenguan, Fang Xuanling was the number one contributor. After Zhenguan, Wei Zheng contributed first.

Almost in the world’s impression, Wei Zheng’s dictionary should not have the word “change of opinion”!

But today, at such an important imperial meeting like Hongwen Library, he had changed his view in front of the important officials of the Manchu Dynasty for the first time!

“Ask me why?” Wei Zheng smiled lightly. This old man with a hard neck and iron bones had a rare mild expression and even a little shyness on his face. He said, “The analogy of the scholar mentioned by Fang Xianggong reminds me of my youth. Everyone knew that Wei stood up from his humble family and was poor. In his early years of schooling, Wei did not go home to visit him for many years. Every three to five or seven years, they would come home to hear about the death of a relative, or the disaster that had occurred in their homeland. I, Wei, often blame my compatriots for this. Why didn’t you let me know so that I could fulfill my filial piety? I still remember my father’s words. He said that since he was going out to survive, he should study honestly and honestly. He didn’t want to think of anything else. “If you are always thinking about your family’s farmland, why don’t you throw away the pretext of studying and run a few acres of small fields at home to live? You can also let us accept our fate and avoid this unnecessary expectation for your future.”

After everyone heard this, they were silent and speechless.

Wei Zheng smiled and said, “A few old things have made the dukes laugh.” Actually, I want to say that there is some turmoil in our Great Tang Imperial Court right now, but it won’t ruin the foundation. After all, His Majesty the Emperor still reigns over the world, so the rivers and mountains of the Great Tang can’t be ruined. The Land of Lanzhou had indeed consumed quite a bit of money and grain, which had once become the greatest burden for the Great Tang. However, Lanzhou had now walked out of this predicament and could at least be self-sufficient. If he decided to settle down now, he would really give up halfway. The money he had invested in the past would really be a waste. Fang Xuanling was in charge of the financial resources of the Great Tang. No one knew better than him how to settle this debt. Xuan Ling, let me ask you. “If we give up halfway now, how much will it take to restart our preparations from scratch?”

‘”Xuan Cheng’s words have hit the nail on the head. This is also the reason why I supported Lanzhou in the battle. As the saying goes, I have no choice but to make a move. If I don’t restrain my momentum, I will lose the first chance, and secondly, it will be even more laborious.” Fang Xuanling said, “I have carefully estimated that if I stop fighting with Tibet now, then all my previous investments in Lanzhou will be empty words.” After a year or two of construction, Lanzhou has become an important commercial center in the west. The income from food and money is very considerable, and the army is strong when it comes to the use of martial arts. If the war ended now, the wealth of the merchants on the Silk Road would be divided equally with Gao Chang, Tibet, and the Western Turks, and the Great Tang would lose several Western Territories. Apart from that, the sharp edge of the Lanzhou army fell. In this way, Lanzhou would become a pool of stagnant water. Not only would the prosperity and prosperity of the past be difficult to continue, at that time, they would have to withdraw their troops back to the dynasty and move their people back to the Central Plains. How much manpower and material resources would it take? Speaking of which, how many years can the so-called peace between the Central Plains and the barbarians last? Right now, it is hard to say whether Tibet is willing to seek peace or not. Even if they are willing, they are still arrogant. They believe that I, Great Tang, am afraid that he will not be able to rest well with them. The barbarians had no credibility. Although the marriage could temporarily ease the conflict between the two countries and put an end to the flames of war, who could guarantee that the arrogant Tibetans would be obedient for how long before they could wage war again? At that time, Lanzhou, which had lost its Silk Road water supply, would no longer be as prosperous as it is today. One could imagine that after ten or twenty years, Lanzhou would inevitably return to a state where the poor could not make ends meet. How much did the Imperial Court spend each year to defend the Western Front? “Not only that, but a short and illusory peace can make people slack off and numb. If our Lanzhou troops lose their strength when the Tibetans attack … Everyone, I have said so much, but there is only one meaning-on the surface, it doesn’t seem to be the right time to start a war with Tibet. In fact, it is very worthwhile from the bottom of the world!”

“That’s why, Xuan Ling, I am convinced by you, the butler of the Great Tang!” Wei Zheng nodded and smiled. He shook his head and said, “We, the officials, haven’t been able to think like you in the long run. I’m really old … Alright, gentlemen, I’m going to take my leave! This is the first time in my life that I’ve withdrawn and changed my opinion in an important court meeting-I support Lanzhou’s use of troops! Goodbye!”

Two servants supported Wei Zheng left and right, walked out the door, carried him on a simple chair made of bamboo and wood, and carried him away with a squeaky sound.

Everyone’s line of sight had been watching Wei Zheng disappear, speechless for a long time.

Today’s meeting is really twists and turns. It is too dramatic. At first, many people thought that Changsun Wuji would overwhelm the main faction with absolute superiority, showing a one-sided trend. As a result, the moment Wei Zheng attacked, he shattered Changsun Wuji’s fantasy that he wanted everyone to express their stance. Qin Mubai’s “democratic vote” caught Changsun Wuji off guard and greatly diluted his personal influence and deterrence.

Immediately after, Yuchi Jingde’s troubles, Fang Xuanling’s sudden appearance, and Chu Suiliang’s unexpected neutrality were all beyond the expectations of many people.

The situation seemed to be tilting in favour of the main warring faction.

Eldest Sun Wuji was still calm.

Although he was temporarily unable to completely defeat the main warring faction with Baiqiao, he was confident that as long as he continued to bite, no one would be able to cross his final line of defense.

That Xuan Ling of the Mystic Armament Room was not allowed, Wei Zheng, who was defecting, was not allowed, and Chu Suiliang, who was in the depths of the city, was also not allowed!

“How can we be as emotional as Wei Zheng? Wei Zheng, you are really smart and confused! You actually changed your attitude because Fang Xuanling’s experience is similar to yours when you were young. If this matter were to spread out, it would definitely damage your reputation for your entire life!” Eldest Sun Wuji shook his head and smiled. Not only did he not follow the slightest bit of spirit, he instead calmly said, “Indeed, Wei Zheng is indeed old. He has been away from the court for a long time because of his serious illness. It is normal for his opinion to be slightly different from the current situation. Duke Wei, in other words, everyone should listen to him. Do not trust him completely, and do not lose your own opinion.”

Qin Mubai’s heart trembled. Changsun Wuji was indeed an old martial artist! In such a disadvantageous situation, he could still hold the pole and hold the rudder steadily. These words of his were clearly meant for many officials present. First, they had the intention of boosting morale; second, they also had the intention of threatening and intimidating!

‘”Fang Xuanling said,” As His Highness said, military intelligence is like fire. It’s not appropriate to delay Russia’s military affairs. Tell me a plan, how can we come to a conclusion? We can’t fight here for three days and three nights, can we? At that time, Lanzhou might already be bleeding for thousands of kilometers, and everything will be too late! “Fang Xuanling said.

“Xuan Ling’s words are reasonable.” Eldest Sun Wuji gently nodded and said, “How about this, let’s go through the voting method Qin Mubai suggested again.” However, this time, it was decided by the official prime minister in charge of the pavilion, the deputy prime minister in charge of the peace affairs under the Central Book Sect, and the servants above the third grade, Shang Cheng, Shang Shu, and Great General. These people were all core members of the Great Tang Central Committee, so they were more authoritative and persuasive. Public voting also avoids irresponsibility and prevarication. What do you think? ”

Qin Mubai was stunned, “Cunning!” Who doesn’t know that most of the core confidential officers of the three provinces and six divisions are confidants of your eldest Sun Wuji, or that your authority doesn’t dare to challenge you? Apart from Yuchi Jingde, Cheng Zhijie, and a few others among the sixteen great generals, even though they had their own stand, they didn’t dare to openly make enemies with your eldest Sun Wuji? What a “public vote”!

Eldest Sun Wuji, this time, he was suppressing all the heroes, and he was extremely arrogant!