No matter what kind of ghosts the principals of the Liao side have in their hearts, in the distant city of Bianjing, the court once again quarreled because of the war.

The reason is very simple - after Li Shimin went to the battlefield happily, his identity could not be concealed. After all, many of the Forbidden Army who followed the way of the teacher had mixed with the crown prince, and they were very good at his skills. His amazing archery skills are still fresh in his memory.

After the news was sent back to the capital, many ministers were as worried as if the crown prince was about to die in an instant. All kinds of remonstrance texts flew like snowflakes, and quickly piled up with the official cases.

But at this time, the prince's superiority as the only son was revealed very straightforwardly.Although the officials were almost scared to death when they heard the news from Yuan Xuandu that their son was on the battlefield, it was only because Yuan Xuandu protected his heart veins with gold needles that the most terrifying situation was not caused. However, even so, he was very angry when he saw that someone wrote a letter about the crown prince's fault. He found a random excuse and expelled him from Beijing. I asked the prince to lead the troops. After all, since he is a descendant of Tai/Zu and Taizong, how can he have the reason to fear war?

Of course, in private, he was actually the one who wanted the prince back the most. Not only did he quickly set up a Buddhist hall in his bedroom, but he also worshiped Buddha devoutly every day.Even so, he had nightmares for several days in a row, and in every dream, without exception, was the terrifying scene of the prince's tragic death on the battlefield and the corpse shrouded in horse leather!

The reason why the officials didn't take this idea into action was because Yuan Xuandu spoke to persuade him: "The crown prince's private departure from Beijing this time is indeed unavoidable, but this matter is by no means without benefits. At present, the five capitals of the Liao Dynasty have broken the second, and the Khitan people have reached the critical moment of life and death. The prince only needs to make some military exploits with the help of the commander-in-chief, wouldn't he have a reputation that can rival the former Tai/zu and Taizong emperors? Wait until At that time, it would not be too late to call him back to the capital, after all, the crown prince is the important weapon of the country, how can Zhongshuai and the generals disregard their family's lives and their clean reputation?"

What you said is also reasonable, after all, who in the world does not cherish life and reputation?The official felt at ease, but when he looked at Yuan Xuandu again, he couldn't help but feel a little dissatisfied: "My son treats you like a brother, and the first thing that comes to mind is you, but you...he is here now. In such a dangerous situation, if you are not careful, you will be doomed, but why do you think that you are not worried about him at all?"

Yuan Xuandu thought that the dungeon of Hulaoguan that Li Shimin brushed was recognized as one of the most difficult dungeons in Chinese history, and he even played such a difficult thing as Wang Shichong and Dou Jiande. It's like playing, no matter how you think about it, you should worry about Li Shimin's enemies, not Li Shimin himself!

Of course, he couldn't tell the emperor if this was the case, mainly because the other party wouldn't believe it, so he could only pretend to be serious and said: "Before His Royal Highness left Beijing, I had already sworn a poisonous oath in front of the Buddha. Unfortunately, he died on the battlefield, and I will follow him immediately, and be buried for him. The world can learn from it, and I have no regrets in life and death. Officials, the one who trapped me here is not because I am timid and fearful, and I voluntarily stay away from the flames of war, but the prince Your Highness's filial piety is because he gave me an order to stay in the palace to protect you, so during this period of time, I will not leave you even half a step."

During this period of time, after he entered the palace under the guise of treating the prince's illness, he never left the palace again.The firm belief in his words was not inaudible to the emperor, so after a moment of silence, he couldn't help but soften his tone a lot: "So, you and the prince both feel that it is better for me in this palace than he is on the battlefield." Is it more dangerous?"

The corner of Yuan Xuandu's mouth twitched into a mocking smile: "Your Majesty, you really know why. Isn't this palace the most dangerous battlefield? It is not easy for you to keep the crown prince from this battlefield, which is admirable However, the grown-up phoenix always leaves the nest, travels in all directions, and leads a hundred birds. If he is trapped in the nest, he will not even be able to learn to fly. How can he call himself a phoenix? Officials The heart of caring for the prince is certainly a lesson to be learned, but the prince has grown up and is no longer a child who needs the protection of the officials."

"What's more, the officials should also understand that the prince is now thousands of miles away. If there is anything in the capital, he will be beyond his control and difficult to turn around. Let me tell you something that you should not be happy to hear - if you have an accident, this Man Jing Wenwu, will you wholeheartedly enshrine your only son, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince who is far away in Daliao, or will you seek another job and push someone else to take over?"

This remark is really blunt.The emperor stretched out his fingers and pointed him in the air, but in the end he didn't say anything more to scold him, but heaved a long sigh and said dejectedly: "Okay...then let me see, my phoenix, can it be done?" Do something about it."

But the rapid changes on the battlefield are never predictable.Two months later, a document was delivered to the official at a speed of [-] miles, but the official just opened it up and took a look, and immediately his heart was torn, and he spit out a mouthful of blood, and the whole person fell down. Go down and fall into a coma.

——The letter was written by Wu Yong, a civil servant who accompanied the army. The content of the letter was really urgent. It said that the prince was greedy for meritorious service, and he didn't know the way of teaching, so he led a group of forbidden troops and left the camp quietly. He intended to attack Liaonan at night, but was caught by King Yeluchun of Lu. Now his life and death are uncertain, and he is in danger!

The letter also said that the Liao army sent people to interview and wanted Da Song to help him fight Liao with all his strength, so he just considered releasing the prince.Such a major matter of state affairs, Mr. Zhong dare not be self-sufficient, so he hastily asked someone to write this letter, hoping that the officials will make a decision as soon as possible, otherwise, not only the prince's life will be lost, but also the expedition to Liao I can only die in the middle!

This is great, as soon as this letter came, the people in the court became even more excited, and there were countless people who cursed the prince openly and secretly, and everyone naturally wondered whether to agree to the conditions of the Liao Kingdom in exchange for the life of the prince, and whether to stop the campaign against Liao The matter of the great cause has been debated for a long time, but because the officials were so anxious and seriously injured, they have not woken up for a long time, no matter how much they argue, there is no result.Seeing that three days had passed, the officials hadn't appeared in the court again, and the officials were whispering in private, and it was inevitable that they mentioned a lot of things that could be called outrageous on the surface.

It is said that a gentleman does not stand under a dangerous wall, and the prince is so nonsense and self-righteous, it is no wonder that he will get such a result...

In fact, even if you follow the requirements given by the Liao people, you may not be able to get the prince back. Who knows if the prince is dead at this time...

Since the crown prince has been captured by the Liao people, as long as he has a bit of the integrity of the Zhao family, he should commit suicide and apologize, so as not to be humiliated and embarrass everyone!

Besides, a person who was captured by the Liao people on the battlefield, what qualifications does he have to secure the position of prince?

The official's body was... This time, the prince was so angry that he vomited blood again. Could it be that he is no longer able to do it?If the official family collapsed at this time, and the prince was in the hands of the Liao people, wouldn't the Great Song...!

Hush, what nonsense!A country cannot be without a king for a day. If the official family is really gone, how can the prince still have a chance to come back?Naturally, which prince of the clan will succeed...

All of a sudden, the entire court was full of people's hearts, and undercurrents surged.If the emperor is not good, everyone will not be able to go to court, but many small actions in private, like flowing water hidden under the peaceful ice, are constantly stirred by the reef, gradually forming a dangerous vortex.

In the palace, since the emperor fell into a coma, the Marquis Zhuge quickly entered the palace and took control of the guarded guards.Yuan Xuandu tried his best to treat him with acupuncture, day and night, and spent a lot of effort. Finally, on the evening of the third day, the bedridden official groaned and opened his eyes with difficulty.

"Mao'er, Mao'er!" As soon as he woke up, he couldn't help stretching out his hands, calling out the name of his only son, and kept saying in a voice as thin as a mosquito's moan: "My child...no matter what they want, I will give it to you." Give it to him, give it all to them!... As long as I can save my Maoer—”

"Officials!" The queen who was guarding the bed was surprised and delighted.Now her only son has fallen into the hands of the enemy, and her husband has been in a coma for several days in a row. She only feels that she has no hope at all.Seeing the emperor woke up at this time, he rushed over immediately, caressing his chest and weeping mournfully: "Guan, you finally woke up... Our Maoer, our Maoer—"

"Your Majesty!" All the imperial doctors of the imperial hospital and Yuan Xuandu were in the room at this time, seeing this situation, they had no choice but to persuade her to leave. "Please ask the ministers to take a look at the situation of the officials first."

"Yes, very much." Empress Liu wiped away the tears on her face in panic, stepped aside, and anxiously watched a room full of imperial physicians pinch their pulses, observe their words and expressions, discuss for a long while, and then gave an injection for the official again. , Boiled another bowl of medicine for the emperor to take, and then looked at her husband's face, and suddenly felt a little rosy, and even his voice seemed to have strength.

She quickly grabbed her husband's wrist, like a drowning person desperately grabbing the only driftwood he could rely on.Today, however, he didn't pay any attention to her intentions, he calmed down a little, and summoned Mi Gonggong in a series of voices, ordering him to call a series of important officials into the palace; but Mi Gonggong had not had time to leave the palace after receiving his oral order , Yuan Xuandu called out to stop him.

He bowed his hands to the emperor and said, "Officials, it's already so late today, and the palace gate is about to close, you'd better rest for a day, wait until tomorrow, and then call your lords to discuss matters."

Hearing this, the emperor's face turned red immediately, and he patted the bed under him angrily: "I have been sleeping for so many days, and I have been delayed for so many days, what else is there to rest for? Do you want me to sleep for a while?" ?! Now the prince is trapped in the enemy camp, and his life is at stake... You don't want to save people, but talk sarcastic here, do you want to see my prince die in Liao Kingdom? Do you believe that I will cut off your head! The prince will be buried with him!"

"Officials!" Seeing him so angry, Yuan Xuandu knelt forward swiftly, his eyes turned red, but his expression was still stubborn, and his voice was still calm: "The next loyalty is for the prince's sake." Ah! Now the person in the capital who is looking forward to the safe return of the crown prince is none other than you. If you don’t take care of your body and go all over the world, who else would want to save the crown prince wholeheartedly? Who else would not hesitate? How about saving the prince's life at the price? The Liao people are so despicable and shameless, they may not treat the prince well, nor will they hand him back easily. I'm afraid we still have a lot of things to do... Official, you are going to do it for The prince's safety, take care of yourself!"

Hearing him say this with sincerity, the emperor's face turned green and pale, and after a long while, he let out a sigh of relief and said in compromise: "Get up, it's my words that are too serious."

Then he ordered Migong Gongdao: "Tomorrow morning, you will call all the people I just mentioned, did you hear me?"

Half of Eunuch Mi's face was hidden in the darkness, and his expression couldn't be seen clearly for a moment.He calmly looked at Yuan Xuandu who was kneeling on the ground with the corner of his eyes, then he bent down and replied respectfully: "Yes."

作者有话要说:感谢在2021-05-3100:06:57~2021-06-0110:39:55期间为我投出霸王票或灌溉营养液的小天使哦~

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