Zhenguan Xiaoxian Wang Li Shen Li Shimin

When Changsun Wuji heard that Changsun Wuyi's General Yunhui had been removed by the emperor and replaced by General Youhouwei,

Changsun Wuji knew that this meant that His Majesty was beginning to be dissatisfied with his Changsun family.

Changsun Wuyi is merely the first sword that Your Majesty wields at the Changsun family—the blade of trust.

It is sending a signal to Changsun Wuji that I am beginning to distrust your Changsun family.

Because the position of Yunhui General does not have much power, but it is very special.

To put it simply, General Yunhui is the emperor's senior bodyguard.

This position does not require high martial arts skills, but requires absolute loyalty to Li Shimin.

Changsun Wuyi had average abilities, but because of Empress Changsun, he obtained this enormous wealth.

General Yunmo's rank is only half a level lower than that of the prime minister, which represents Li Shimin's attitude towards the Changsun family.

You should know that after Zhenguan, the position of General Yunhui was basically held by someone from the Changsun family.

Empress Changsun's brother-in-law Zhang Wenjin also served as Li Shimin's General Yunhui.

The reason for this was Li Shimin's trust in Empress Changsun's family.

But now, His Majesty has demoted Changsun Wuyi from the position of General Yunhui, which shows that he no longer trusts the Changsun family.

After all, no one would keep someone they don't trust around, right?

This was like terrible bad news for their Changsun family.

Without the emperor's support, it would be impossible for their Changsun family to grow stronger.

"Fourth brother, why is this happening? Why doesn't His Majesty trust me? I haven't done anything wrong.

I have always been dedicated to my duties by Your Majesty's side and have been loyal to Your Majesty, and have never had any second thoughts.

Why did Your Majesty demote me?

Although he was given a general of the Right Wuhou Guard, the Right Wuhou Guard was responsible for guarding the city and patrolling the streets.

Your Majesty, aren't you asking me to guard the city gate?"

When Changsun Wuyi heard what Changsun Wuji said, he felt a little aggrieved and confused.

I'm fine, why does His Majesty not trust me?

In fact, Changsun Wuji was a little flustered. He did not expect that His Majesty would be so decisive.

During the day, he asked him to plead for Prince Ji, but he did not agree. The emperor then immediately issued an order to demote Changsun Wuyi.

This is not just a matter of demotion. The imperial edict is also sending a signal to the outside world.

His Majesty has begun to no longer trust the Changsun family, which is very fatal.

The Changsun family has its current strength all because of your Majesty’s favor. It was your Majesty who promoted their family.

The Changsun family was promoted by Li Shimin to the second place in the clan history.

The Qinghe Cui family, who should obviously be ranked first, and the Fanyang Lu family, who should be ranked second, have an attitude towards the Changsun family, and one can imagine how hostile they should be.

Without the protection of the royal family, the Changsun family would have a hard time moving forward.

"Fourth brother, fourth brother."

Seeing that Changsun Wuji didn't say anything, Changsun Wuyi called out twice.

"Ah, oh, I was thinking about something." Changsun Wuji was awakened.

"Fourth brother, has something happened?" Seeing Changsun Wuji's expression, Changsun Wuyi asked.

"Do you remember the case of Prince Ji?"

Changsun Wuji thought about it and asked.

"Of course, the noble families impeached Prince Ji for oppressing the people and plotting rebellion. I heard that the Ministry of Justice and the Dali Temple sent people to investigate.

Could this matter be related to Prince Ji's case? But...what could it be related to?"

As Li Shimin's senior bodyguard, he certainly knew about such things.

"It was because of this incident that His Majesty summoned me to Ganlu Palace today. His Majesty told me that Prince Ji cannot be guilty."

Changsun Wuji told the truth.

"Your Majesty is pleading for Prince Ji? But that is understandable. Your Majesty's doting on Prince Ji is unmatched.

Even His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is not as good as Prince Ji." Changsun Wuyi was not too surprised after hearing this.

He has been with Li Shimin for so many years and knows more about the relationship between Li Shimin and Li Shen than anyone else.

When His Majesty hits someone, only Prince Ji dares to run away. The scene of His Majesty chasing Prince Ji all over the garden has happened many times.

If you tell others about this, everyone will think it is a fairy tale, but it actually happened.

No one would believe that someone who the emperor wanted to beat would dare to run away. Isn't that seeking death?

Changsun Wuji sighed:

"Alas, you are right. His Majesty loves Prince Ji very much, so he pleaded for him."

"Fourth brother didn't agree?"

Changsun Wuyi guessed the outcome based on his own experience.

“Of course I can’t agree to this, you know that Prince Ji has a grudge against my Changsun family.

Not only did he harm his two uncles, he also almost killed Huan'er.

How can I swallow this?

Besides, I am also enforcing the law impartially, and there is nothing wrong with that. If he is innocent, I will not wrongly accuse him."

Changsun Wuji was somewhat emotional. Thinking back to the past, his hatred towards Li Shen deepened.

"Fourth brother, you are confused." Changsun Wuyi pounded the table in annoyance.

"Fourth brother, you and I both know who Prince Ji is. His Majesty dotes on Prince Ji. Besides the fact that they are father and son,

More importantly, Prince Ji played a vital role in the Tang Dynasty.

Fourth brother, you must not forget that my Changsun family stands on the side of His Majesty.

From the Xuanwu Gate until now, everyone in the outside world knows that we are of the royal lineage.

And Your Majesty also has great trust in our Changsun family.

Now that you, fourth brother, are acting like this, doesn't it make His Majesty think that my Changsun family no longer supports His Majesty?

Your Majesty was very kind to my Changsun family. When my third brother rebelled, Your Majesty not only did not implicate my Changsun family,

He also spared the lives of the third brother.

My uncle was corrupt and committed embezzlement, the amount of which was enough to warrant confiscation of property and exile, but he was given a light sentence.

And Erlang, who collaborated with the enemy and committed treason, was only demoted.

Your Majesty treats my Changsun family so well, how can you let Your Majesty down?"

Changsun Wuyi was really heartbroken. If he were his elder brother, he would definitely teach Changsun Wuji a lesson.

I've had enough of the good days, and now I dare to go against Your Majesty.

The Changsun family has always firmly supported Your Majesty, which has led to its development. There are people from the Changsun family both in the court and in the prefectures and counties.

He was originally wondering why he was demoted for no reason.

It turned out that the reason was due to his elder brother.

"Huan'er was framed by Prince Ji for collaborating with the enemy!"

When this matter was mentioned, Changsun Wuji refuted loudly.

"Fourth brother, there is irrefutable evidence that Erlang has colluded with the enemy and committed treason. He himself has admitted it, and it was not Prince Ji who forced him to do it.

Did you know that Your Majesty had already received news from Goguryeo that grain was indeed being transported to Goguryeo via Baekje?

Your Majesty did not make it public in order to protect Erlang."

Only the senior bodyguards around the emperor could know this news.

"What? Impossible, how could King Ji really sell grain to Goguryeo?

Isn't he afraid of giving supplies to Goguryeo and taking back the lost territory?"

(The characters, official positions, and past events written about these two days are all recorded in historical books, except for those related to King Ji, which are made up.

Changsun Wuji had five brothers and four sisters.

If I have time tomorrow I will draw a simple family tree for you.

This is more difficult, with many words.)