Tang Dynasty Never Night

Lou Shide's words stunned Li Xian. He didn't understand Lou Shide's meaning at all. The so-called multi-year plan... What did he plan!

With a bewildered expression, Li Xian sold out his mental activities to Lou Shide, but Lou Shide remained unmoved and insisted on his own judgment.At first Li Xian didn't want to stay in Luoyang and chose Chang'an directly, but now it seems that it has a profound meaning.

In fact, a small part of Li Xian's private actions since he arrived in Chang'an cannot be concealed. In other words, Lou Shide guessed a part of it. He firmly held Chang'an's defenses, and even the emperor's hand couldn't reach in. If all kinds of things add up, if the regent has no dissent, Lou Shide will not believe it.

Lou Shide had hesitated back then, but Li Xian had saved his family at the most urgent moment - at that time, according to Wu Zhao's ruthlessness, no general thought that she would really show mercy to his subordinates.

With such a great favor, even if Li Xian rebels, Lou Shide will stand in line with him, but he has analyzed that Li Xian has soldiers in his hands, or there are many people who are willing to fight with him, after all, he is orthodox , the success rate is not low, and now there is King Yu away, the only thing to worry about is whether the two brothers will compete at that time. After all, King Yu has a bunch of sons and concubines, and they have all grown up. ... only looking at Li Chongyi, the king of Yiyang County, who is not his own son.

But this is all for the future, the thing now is, how do we fight?

Li Xian never expected that Lou Shide's brain hole would be so big!That's right, he ran from Luoyang to Chang'an, but the problem was that only Chang'an could justifiably say that he wanted to come back. After all, this is the capital city, so why would he go anywhere else?Do you still want to be the governor?Impossible, he is the Regent.

At that time, in Li Xian's opinion, the world was so big and there was no place for him. What else could he do except return to Chang'an?As for grasping defense and military power, there is no other way. To Wu Zhao, his existence is probably a thorn in the flesh. If Wu Zhao wants to completely stabilize his position, he will be abolished even if he does not die. Li Xian has finally fought until now. Is this level still to be abolished?

No matter how he was deposed as the emperor, he was still a prince, but if he was deposed as the regent, it would be possible to be deposed directly as a commoner, okay?Grain storage, food is considered a strategic material, in fact, the biggest reason is because of the difficulty in transporting grain in Chang'an!Now it's better that the entire imperial court's big team is not here. Why did Gaozong choose Luoyang as his accompanying capital back then?It's not because of the lack of food in the hinterland of Chang'an, there is the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal in Luoyang.

It's just... military power, military rations, and territory... If he counts it all, if he becomes the emperor and someone else does this, he will also wonder if the other party is going to rebel.

Obviously for self-protection!Li Xian wiped his face, calmed down and said, "Then, General Lou, would you like to help me?"

A smile suddenly appeared on Lou Shide's face: "Since he didn't stay in Luoyang to die, he naturally made a decision long ago."

As soon as Lou Shide said this, Liu Jinyao, the eldest son of Liu Rengui, and Pei Yanxiu, the second son of Pei Xingjian, both expressed their agreement. To put it simply: In fact, everyone is ready, and we are just waiting for your order to rebel!

Li Xian wiped his face, forget about what you want to think, anyway, now you are all on the same boat with me, and you are going to be the opposite, it doesn't matter what your plan was before, even if you don't say you have this idea now Believe it?

Everyone began to discuss, and Li Dan had already sent someone there, and Li Xian talked about the things in Bazhou by the way. After hearing this, Lou Shide couldn't help sighing: "If you get the right way, you can help but if you don't, you can't help it. But..." He couldn't help shaking his head at this point.

After a rough calculation, Li Xian has quite a number of soldiers and horses, and if he joins forces with Li Dan and Bazhou, he can compete with the imperial court. The only thing that needs to be worried about is how to write the call to action?

How can we make their treason intentions more open and aboveboard, not to be shamed by the world? A fig leaf.

When discussing this, Zheng Qi suddenly said: "Who said it was treason? The regent held the last emperor's edict to ascend the throne, and it was justified, but because the Wu family perverted, harbored evil intentions, and seized the throne, we are just waiting to restore orthodoxy. , how can it be called treason?"

Crowd: ...

Dear, you really have a tongue as bright as a lotus, you are worthy of being a Jinshi during the Gaozong period, kneel down!

This Jinshi looked upright now, as if what he said was the truth of heaven and earth, while the other Jinshi slapped the table and laughed, "Exactly!" Well, this Jinshi is Lou Shide.

Looking at these two people, Li Xian suddenly felt that the Feng Shui around him was quite evil, and there were not many people there, but... the two imperial scholars who were born in the imperial court but ended up enlisting in the army all came to his side.

Anyway, what Zheng Qi said really made everyone breathe a sigh of relief, and at first everyone thought that Zheng Qi was looking for a reason, but after thinking about it... Oh, mom, what this person said is true!I admire it even more!

With Zheng Qi's remarks as a basis, this letter is very easy to write. Basically, this kind of thing also has a fixed format. First of all, it is to first reprimand the other party for how heinous and how outraged he is.

This is for sure, if you don't demonize the opponent, how can you highlight your own justice?But when Li Xian saw that they wrote about Wu Zhao, such as "seeing jealousy at the beginning" and "humming the master", he still felt a little uncomfortable, but he couldn't hold back, because Wu Zhao was indeed taken by Taizong. It is normal for the word "descendants" to appear in the name, but at this time, no matter whether it is a lady of the family or Xiaojiabiyu, it is generally not used, because it does not sound virtuous enough.

With Taizong getting his name endorsed, coupled with the fact that Wu Zhao and Li Zhi have to tell the story of "the fox charms the Lord", it is easy to believe, but in Li Xian's impression, Wu Zhao is ruthless but still graceful , Putting this word on her is really... unimaginable.

It was only later that he felt that these two words mentioned by these people were just an introduction, and then it became even more explosive. What "dirty and chaotic erotic palace" is light, what "wolves are born by nature, close to adultery, cruel to loyal and good, kill sisters and slaughter Brother, kill the king and poison the mother", it is the same as the letter that King Luo Bin wrote for Xu Jingye back then!

Li Xian's legs went limp at that moment, and he said quickly, "Don't, don't, don't write like that."

Demonizing Wu Zhao like this really broke Li Xian's bottom line. He looked at everyone seriously and said: "Xu Jingye just wrote this to highlight his own justice and to incite others to join him in rebellion. However, we don't have to do this, as long as we describe Facts will do."

His existence is already a very powerful orthodox image, so there is no need to shape it anymore, okay?We've been right enough.

After Lou Shide and Zheng Qi thought about it, it was indeed the case, so let's change the method and start to reprimand Wu Zhao for wantonly killing ministers since he took power. This point... Li Xian can no longer refute.Then I would like to talk about Li Xian's Zen position back then, saying that Wu Zhao trapped Li Xian in Jumen, threatened him with brothers and ministers, and forced Li Xian to obey.

That's right, Li Xian's previous move to the Zen position also put a political burden on himself. If he didn't get rid of this political burden, he would have no confidence in crusade against Wu Zhao.

There are two Jinshi writing here, and the book was finished in a short time, and the sharp words made Li Xian feel that Zheng Qi was actually very gentle to him, and the scholars really shouldn't be offended, otherwise every minute you shake the pen, you The scolding is bloody, and you can't refute it yet.

After Li Xian read the entire text of the call to action, he felt that he seemed to have learned some strange knowledge, and then he paused before suddenly asking: "Did the king of Yu raise his troops and not send out the call to action?"

Why didn't he hear that Li Dan wrote a call to action before?You must know that Xu Jingye asked King Luo Bin to write a call to action when Xu Jingye rebelled, Li Chong... those people didn't really start the incident, so the call to action was not announced.

After he asked this sentence, everyone in the room was stunned for a moment, that's right, I didn't hear that King Yu issued a letter.Seeing everyone's expressions, Li Xian knew that he hadn't neglected it, so he could only say: "Then send out this letter first, over there...ask and see what's going on."

Then there is the arrangement of how to lead the army. Li Xian doesn't have many people, but fortunately they are all experienced. Dao Shoushu asked them to lead a soldier temporarily. Lou Shide and Zheng Qi were naturally the chiefs, and He Lanminzhi also got a chief.

As for Li Xian, he was naturally in charge of the rear to dispatch logistics and so on. Of course, there were times when he was needed to fight, but it was not suitable right now.

After receiving Li Xian's letter of appointment, Pei Yanxiu was quite happy, and after thinking about it, he asked, "Now that we are in Chang'an, how about welcoming the regent into the Daming Palace and enthroning him as emperor?"

His suggestion was actually good, because Li Xian is the emperor himself, but Li Xian waved his hand and said, "It's not urgent for now."

He didn't want to be an emperor, he was worried that after becoming an emperor, someone would care about his backyard, wouldn't it bother him to death?But he didn't know what reason to say it was inappropriate, and saying that he was not the emperor at this time was also a blow to morale, so he could only delay.

Zheng Qi said in a very tacit understanding: "It's not too late to do it until the thing is done, don't be too eager."

What he didn't say is that if this matter is done, the emperor will naturally be elected. If it doesn't work...even if he becomes the emperor, he will be the king of subjugation, which is meaningless.

After Lou Shide expressed his agreement, it was meaningless for others. Li Xian let out a sigh of relief and said, "Okay, next... let's discuss how to appease the kings of Honglu Temple."

That's right, you are discussing treason in full swing here, have you forgotten that there are still a few foreign friends living in Honglu Temple who are waiting to see the emperor?

Lou Shide asked decisively: "Your Highness plans to come out?" How are you going to appease them?Kill or let go?Does letting go mean letting the tiger go back to the mountain?What if they also raise troops while fighting in the pass?

It's not that Lou Shide doesn't want to do good things, but that there are quite a few comrades from ethnic minorities who do this.

This matter is actually very easy to handle, that is, to continue to allow people to implement regional ethnic autonomy. I have to say that the Tang Dynasty was very open-minded in dealing with ethnic minorities. This is what Tang Taizong laid a very good foundation for. Li Xian only added a few items: "Allow them to participate in imperial examinations and military examinations."

On this point, all the people here are military generals, and they have all gotten along with ethnic minority compatriots - Datang often used Turks or other ethnic minorities to conquer the north and south. There are so many cooperations between them, and everyone accepts them quite well.

Being a minister in the same dynasty will not make everyone feel rebellious. Li Xian further said: "There is also the military part. They are allowed to recruit but they have to limit it. At most half of them, the remaining half must be sent by the court to stay permanently."

Of course, this is only the early stage, and it would be good to wait a little longer to take back the military power. In other words, the regional autonomy of Li Xian's ethnic group is more about allowing them to self-govern in terms of folklore and economy.

Pei Yanxiu thought for a while and asked, "Then... what if someone over there wants to be a soldier?" Although being a soldier is not as good as studying, it is still a good way out for civilians.

Li Xian smiled kindly: "Yes, you can go to the local Zhechong Mansion to report, and you can join the army after passing the assessment, but the place of service is determined by the court."

What Li Xian was talking about was the conscription policy of future generations. In fact, he also wants to do the same now, but the time is not ripe, so let's wait.

Everyone discussed and came up with a Tang Dynasty version of regional ethnic autonomy. Because of the previous policy, Li Xian and others just added some items to make the system look more equal.

After getting it out, Lou Shide stroked his beard and said: "Such an enlightened policy, I think the six kings will agree."

Li Xian breathed a sigh of relief, and then sent people to Honglu Temple to inform the six kings to meet them tomorrow.

On the second day, Li Xian went to Honglu Temple. There was no way he was still acting in the name of the regent. No matter how powerful he was, he was not an emperor. It's a small thing.

After Li Xian got there and sat down, he went straight to the point and told the six kings about his plan. Up to now, the whole Chang'an has entered a state of combat readiness. Lou Shide, Zheng Qi, Pei Yanxiu, Liu Jinyao and He Lanminzhi went out of Beijing overnight Leading troops to go, the war is imminent, even if you say it, it doesn't matter.

The Mengshe Edict is probably the largest among the Six Edicts, so King Mengshe was pushed out as a representative. When Li Xian said what he meant and ensured that the war in the pass would not affect the Six Edicts, King Mengshe Quite simply asked: "Why did Your Highness arrange for me to wait?"

With a slight smile, Li Xian handed six copies of the plan written yesterday to the six kings and said, "If everyone is willing, we can make a covenant here."

This plan made the six kings feel a little bit excited. The policy is too favorable, especially it also promises to help build roads and realize the intercommunication between Lingnan and the Central Plains. Liuzhao is located in a remote place, not very barren but not rich , although they also have contacts with the Central Plains, but after all, it is difficult because of the high mountains and dangerous waters. If a road is built to lead to the Central Plains, then their life may be much easier.

Others, such as food distribution cooperation to develop the agricultural and fruit industry, are even more attractive, even if the previous policy is not as good as this one.

"Your Highness, is this true?"

"a man of his words."

King Mengshe hesitated for a moment and said, "Can you give me some time to discuss it?"

After hearing this, Li Xian smiled slightly: "You don't have to be impatient." He didn't think that it would be all right if he just said it. It's normal for the six kings to hesitate. If he didn't hesitate, Li Xian would become suspicious.

In fact, for today's Liuzhao, it is best for them to sit on the mountain and watch whoever wins and then surrender to whomever. However, Li Xian was lucky, and was sent by Wu Zhao to deal with them, and then he brought them to Chang'an smoothly .

To be honest, after living in Chang'an for so many days, even if Li Xian let everyone go, saying that they didn't hook up with Wu Zhao, he might not believe it. In fact, the position of the six kings has been kidnapped. Li Xian The charter he took out was also very sincere. His meaning was very simple. In fact, he just wanted to let the other party not hold him back.

But he didn't mention these just now, presumably Liuzhao is also discussing what to exchange for such a generous salary?But to be honest, sending the Tang army to garrison is already a bit of an exchange of interests. Li Xian was really worried that they would disagree. In fact, if it was the past, if they disagreed, Li Xian could kill them directly, and then send the Tang army to forcibly subdue the Six Edicts. , Move the people of Liuzhao out of Lingnan, let them go to other unfamiliar places to prevent them from rebelling against the Tang Dynasty in the future.

It's just that now he is too busy to take care of himself, and he doesn't have so much energy to deal with the affairs of ethnic minorities, so he has no choice but to do so.

Three days later, the six kings came to the Prince Regent's Mansion in person, and King Mengshe came up and asked, "What else do you want, Your Highness?"

Li Xian made a "yeah" gesture in his heart. He knew that the other party was already tempted. As long as he didn't overdo it, they could agree!

It's just that even national policies need to be bargained. Li Xian didn't make an offer, but instead asked, "What can you give me?"

As long as they say they can know their bottom line, and then increase the price a little bit.

King Mengshe hesitated for a moment before saying: "If Your Highness wants us to help, it's not impossible, but our army can only be commanded by ourselves!"

Huh?Li Xian was a little surprised. Does this mean he wants to help him fight?

Li Xian hesitated for a moment and said: "But what if you want to stand on your own when you enter the Central Plains?"

After hearing this, King Mengshe snorted and said: "Even though the Central Plains is prosperous in our hearts, it is not as much as Lingnan. Besides, the scope of our assistance is limited, only around Lingnan."

This deal is a bargain!Done!

Li Xian agreed resolutely, and then the two sides made a covenant and signed the covenant letter. Speaking of which, Li Xian had already written the covenant document before, but he never expected that Liuzhao would agree to help, so this covenant document To re-draft, Li Xian said shamelessly: "The alliance letter has not been fully prepared, just because I don't know what you think, and now it is being drafted on the spot, and I invite you to take a look."

To put it simply, I don't know what you want, so I didn't write the alliance letter first. I have to wait for you to settle down and watch us write it. We have treated you very preferentially here.

The six kings were satisfied, mainly because compared with Wu Zhao, this one seemed much more generous, and the six kings were not stupid. The reason why they agreed so easily was because Wu Zhao's previous policies were too strict.Li Xian knew that Wu Zhao actually wanted to stabilize the frontiers of the Tang Dynasty, so he did this, but the problem was that he was too urgent, so it wasn't...he turned around, and then fell into Li Xian's bowl.

Li Xian happily put away the letter of alliance and sent someone to arrange to send the six kings away, and then received a letter from Li Dan. The handwriting on the letter was clearly written by Li Dan himself, but it was a little scribbled.

Li Dan wrote in his heart that he was happy for Li Xian to participate in the great cause of rebellion, and promised to follow his seventh brother's lead in the future, and explained the reason why he didn't issue the letter: it was too hasty at the time, so I forgot, but Since the seventh brother has already written and posted it, it is equivalent to us posting it, okay?

This funny young man!Li Xian suddenly felt that his younger brother was really unreliable, and the most important thing was that his subordinates seemed to be unreliable too?The master himself forgot to send out the letter, and you also forgot?What about cheating?

Li Xian wrote a reply letter to Li Dan dumbfounded, and then asked him to come to Chang'an as soon as possible, so that the two brothers could figure out what to do next, and told him that Lou Shide had been sent to the northeast, and he could let the troops go first. Join Lou Shide, and then follow Lou Shide's command - among other things, Lou Shide's fighting ability is probably beyond the reach of Li Dan's people.

Li Dan breathed a sigh of relief after receiving Li Xian's letter. He was not a general by nature. After being impulsive for a while, he felt like riding a tiger. Fortunately, a reliable general came, Lou Shide's character Li Dan If it is trustworthy, then... how about it, he told everyone, and let everyone follow Lou Shide to fight the world in the future. As for himself, he will go to his seventh brother with a burden!

It's just that Li Dan never expected that when he arrived in Chang'an, he not only met his seventh brother, but also his sixth brother!Li Xian was released by Li Xian!

The alarm bell in Li Dan's heart rang immediately, and he just took a closer look at Li Xian, who was not much older than Li Xian but very old, and he was relieved-this man's heart had been worn out, and he was on the surface. It can be seen that Seventh Brother will not act impulsively.

Li Xian released Li Xian quietly, and found another identity for him, otherwise he would not have been released. After all, the late emperor imprisoned him in another industry. Even if the crime of witchcraft was amnesty, he would not be released. Now that Li Xian lacked people under his command, he could trust Li Xian's ability, so after much deliberation, he could only create a false identity for Li Xian, make it into the Li clan, change its name and let it out.

It is impossible to rehabilitate him, and there is no evidence, so this is the only way.After hearing this, Li Dan was more at ease, Li Xian had no power to fight, otherwise he would have to fight for the throne before conquering the world.

The three brothers gathered together, and just after greeting Li Xian, before Li Xian could meet his son Li Chongyi, he saw the young city guard rushing all the way to report: "Your Highness, the news from the front line Zhang Renyuan led the troops to come quietly. Chang'an is less than fifty miles away!"

Li Xian & Li Dan: What?

Li Xian: Hehe, do you really think I'm a persimmon?

The author has something to say:

It's too unfair for Li Xian to be imprisoned, it's a pity that he can't be released in a fair manner