Datang: Activate the combat merit system at the beginning

"I ask you, if you inherit the throne after a hundred years, will you be harmonious with your brothers so that your brothers can enjoy a hundred years in peace?"

Li Er stared at Li Tai, his expression became very serious.

Li Tai rolled his eyes unconsciously, thinking to himself.

What does the father mean by asking this?
Is the father testing himself?

Yes, it must be a test for yourself.

The emperor asked this question, presumably hoping that after he inherits the throne in the future, he can properly deal with the brothers and protect them well.

"Father, if the son succeeds to the throne in the future, he will definitely treat all brothers and sisters well!"

Li Tai vowed.

He was worried that Li Er would not believe it, so he continued to swear:

"When the minister is old, he will definitely kill the son of the minister and pass the throne to the ninth brother."

When Li Er heard the oath behind Li Tai, he couldn't help but believe him.

He was able to kill his own son for his younger brother to inherit the throne, no matter whether he could really do it or not, but this heart is enough to prove his love for his brothers.

Li Er's heart softened and he said to Li Tai in a calm tone:
"Okay, very good! I am very pleased that you have such a heart!"

"I will persuade all the ministers to make you the crown prince!"

"Thank you, father, thank you, father!"

Li Tai bowed immediately.

Between the brows, there is joy.

When Li Chengqian was still the crown prince, he coveted the position of crown prince.

Now that Li Chengqian has been abolished, he is determined to win the position of crown prince.

At this moment, the royal father wants to make himself the crown prince, his joy is of course beyond words.

"I hope you will remember today's oath!"

Li Er emphasized.

"sure!"

Li Tai said quickly.

Their conversation was clearly heard by Wei Hao who stood guard outside the door.

When Wei Hao heard Li Tai say that he would kill his own son when he was old and pass the throne to Li Zhi, he felt that this was impossible.

In Wei Hao's opinion, Li Tai's words showed that after he inherited the throne, his brothers would not have a good time.

A person who swears that he will even kill his own son in order to get the position of prince is a benevolent monarch?
Regardless of whether Li Er really believed in Li Tai's oath, in Wei Hao's view, Li Tai would not be a benevolent king after he came to power.

After Li Tai left, Li Erxuan and Li Zhi entered the Ganlu Hall.

When he came to the gate of Ganlu Hall, Li Zhi took the initiative to say hello to Wei Hao.

The two exchanged a few simple greetings.

After Li Zhi entered the Palace of Ganlu, Li Er also directly told him about the establishment of the crown prince.

"Pheasant slave, if I make you the crown prince, what do you think?"

Li Er stared at Li Zhi and said in a deep voice.

Li Zhi thought for a while, and responded cautiously:

"Reporting to my father, my son has never thought about the position of the crown prince.

The emperor suddenly said this, and the son really didn't know what to do. "

Li Zhi didn't say anything fake, he seemed to be speaking very sincerely.

Li Er was not very satisfied with Li Zhi's response.

"As my son, you have to share the burden for me."

Suspicion flashed across Li Er's eyes.

"In the past, you could have no idea about the position of the crown prince, but now that the position of the crown prince is vacant, you don't want to be the crown prince?"

"Reporting to my father, my son only thinks of honoring my father."

Li Zhi said cautiously.

"In my son's opinion, filial piety is the most important thing!
The son served his parents when he was young, and now he has to serve his father when he grows up, he dare not think otherwise.

My son is willing to help His Majesty solve problems, and when he goes to the court, he thinks of being loyal to the country. When he retreats at home, he thinks of how to persuade his father for his mistakes. "

Li Er was overjoyed when he heard Li Zhi say this, but he didn't show it, but questioned:
"Is this what you really think?"

Li Zhi hurriedly said: "The words of the ministers are from the bottom of their hearts, dare not deceive the king!"

"very good!"

Li Er nodded in satisfaction.

"If you can really act according to this, you will be able to serve your father and brother well and be a good courtier!"

After a pause, Li Er's expression and tone were gentle and he said:

"Pheasant slave, since you have no idea about the position of crown prince, then I won't force you."

"I will obey my father's orders!"

Li Zhi bowed and said.

"Well, regardless of whether you will become the crown prince in the future, in my heart, you are my beloved son!"

Li Eryu said earnestly.

"It's here today, you go back first."

"Father, the sons and ministers retire!"

Li Zhi bowed and cupped his hands.

"Ah."

Li Er looked at Li Zhi's back, feeling a little conflicted about this son in his heart.

He was both satisfied and a little disappointed.

But he believes that Li Erren is weak, if he becomes the crown prince, he will be able to save his brothers in the future.

At night, Li Er summoned Li Ke to enter the Ganlu Hall.

Li Ke looked wise and mighty, and when he arrived at the gate of Ganlu Hall, Wei Hao saluted him.

Li Ke nodded expressionlessly and did not return the salute.

In front of Wei Hao, this person appeared rather arrogant.

He had heard from other ministers that Wei Hao and Li Zhi had a close personal relationship, so he didn't want to see Wei Hao.

He felt that he was as wise and decisive as his father, and he didn't like cowardly people like Li Zhi, so he didn't like people who had contacts with Li Zhi.

He was arrogant and rude to Wei Hao, Wei Hao could see it naturally.

Li Ke entered the Ganlu Hall, and after saluting, Li Er explained to him the purpose of summoning him.

Li Ke heard Li Er ask him his opinion on Li Chu, thought for a while, and said unhurriedly:

"Reporting to my father, my son is willing to share his worries for my father.

If the father appoints his sons and ministers as heirs, the sons and ministers will definitely open up the territory for the father and keep the Tang Dynasty forever! "

Li Ke's tone was firm and bold.

"My son made the Quartet permanently submit to the Tang Dynasty, so that future generations will know that my Tang Dynasty is strong and powerful, and no one can compare it!"

"Ke'er is ambitious and ambitious, and his hero is like me, so he is worthy of great responsibility!"

A smile appeared on Li Er's face, and he praised.

"Thank you father for your praise!"

"I already know what you mean."

Li Er put away his smile and became serious.

"On the issue of re-establishing the reserve, I will seriously consider it."

"My son obeys the emperor's will in everything!
Regardless of whether the father made the son the crown prince or not, the son encouraged himself as usual to not forget the way of father and son!
Continue to share worries and solve problems for the father and the court! "

"it is good!"

After Li Ke left Ganlu Hall, Li Er fell into deep thought.

The three sons summoned today have their own strengths and weaknesses, making it still difficult for him to choose.

Especially Li Tai and Li Ke.

In Li Er's mind, so far, both of them have the ability to become princes.

As for Li Zhi, he is too weak to take on a big responsibility.

It was late at night, and Li Er didn't feel sleepy at all.

He paced back and forth in the Ganlu Hall, having difficulty making a choice.

He wanted to discuss it with someone.

Suddenly, he thought of Wei Hao.

At this time, Wei Hao was on duty at the Ganlu Hall.

Maybe, talking to him can give me new advice.

Li Er called Wei Hao in, told him about the three sons, and asked Wei Hao which son was more suitable to be the crown prince.

Wei Hao said at the beginning that the matter is of great importance.

He is not suitable to give advice, after all, this is about selecting Datang's future successor.

Li Er emphasized to Wei Hao that he would not blame him for any of Wei Hao's suggestions.