Wei River alliance.
To put it nicely in the history books, it was the alliance between Li Shi Min and Jie Li Khan. It was also the best result that Li Shi Min could get in order to save the people.
But every Tang knew.
Making such an alliance with the Turks was a great humiliation.
The Great Tang was a supreme kingdom of the Celestial Empire. If they were not satisfied, they could just destroy it.
Li Yuan's eyes revealed a trace of determination. He looked at the waning moon in the sky and muttered,"Since you let me transmigrate here, then this humiliation will definitely not continue.”
"A mere Turkic, just destroy him."
Li Yuan returned to his bedroom to rest. The entire palace slowly quieted down.
But at this moment.
In the Heavenly Strategy General's Mansion in Chang 'an.
Li Shi Min sat on the main seat, while the people below were all nervous.
These people occupied half of the Great Tang.
Hou Junji, Qin Shubao, and Cheng Yaojin had contributed greatly to all the victories Li Yuan had won, but they had all submitted to Li Shimin.
Zhangsun Wuji was Li Shimin's brother-in-law.
He was also the closest to Li Shi Min.
No one dared to speak, causing the atmosphere in the hall to become extremely oppressive. He also opened his mouth and said,"Shi Min, what did His Majesty ask you to say to the Crown Prince on the city walls?”
"Also, how does His Majesty plan to deal with us?”
"Tell me about it."
"You didn't say a word on the way back from Black Tortoise Sect.”
When Zhangsun Wuji said this, everyone's eyes gathered over.
Li Shi Min didn't show any fear on his face. Instead, he showed a relaxed smile, picked up a cup of wine and said,"From today onwards, I can openly compete for the position of Crown Prince.”
"Father doesn't blame us. Moreover, the Eastern Palace of the Great Tang is empty now, without the position of Crown Prince. All contributions will be recorded.”
"Father will appoint another Crown Prince."
"Li Jiancheng and I have also made a gentleman's agreement. If one side loses, then we will wholeheartedly assist the other side and cannot go back on our word.”
"None of you have committed any crimes. Father does not blame you.”
Li Shi Min finished his drink and smiled.
He looked at everyone with a burning gaze and said,"Perhaps, the fight between Li Jiancheng and I these past few months is just a child's play in the eyes of Imperial Father.”
"However, Shi Min still needs to rely on you.”
"In a fair and square battle, with father as the witness, the position of Crown Prince will definitely belong to me.”
Li Shi Min said.
Everyone in the hall felt as if a stone had been lifted from their hearts.
They originally thought that Li Yuan was old and Li Shimin was the wise ruler, so they entrusted their lives to Li Shimin.
But now, it seemed that they had never seen Li Yuan clearly.
No one was not afraid of death.
They were also afraid, because they wanted to fulfill their ambitions and make the Great Tang prosper, but now they were given a chance to do so.
Zhangsun Wuji.
Qin Shubao.
Cheng Yaojin.
Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, and the others all stood up and raised their wine glasses to Li Shimin respectfully."We are willing to serve His Highness the King of Qin.”
"I wish the King of Qin to take over the Eastern Palace as soon as possible!"
Everyone in King Qin's Mansion was smiling as if it was the new year.
The uprising failed.
Not only did he not receive any punishment, but he even had a chance.
They couldn't understand why Li Yuan would handle this matter in such a way, but it seemed that it was the most beneficial for them.
Some were happy, while others were dejected.
In the King Qi Residence.
Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji sat there.
Sitting below were a group of civil and military officials.
It was obvious that Li Jiancheng had been the Crown Prince for many years, and he was not completely useless. He had absolute fans.
Why would he assassinate the Black Tortoise Sect?
Wei Zheng, Xue Wanche, Feng Li, Ma Sanbao, and the others were all sitting at the bottom with anxious expressions.
Wei Zheng's clothes were a little messy. It was obvious that he had rushed over after hearing about the Black Tortoise Sect. At this moment, he also said,"Your Highness, are you alright?”
"Qin Wang is really too bold. He actually dared to make a move in the Black Tortoise Sect.”
"You have great fortune this time. This lowly subject will definitely participate in tomorrow's morning court.”
Feng Li, Ma Sanbao, and Xue Wanche all had murderous looks on their faces.
Although their reputation was not as good as Qin Shubao's, Li Jing and the others were spread among the people.
However, their achievements and combat strength were not inferior to theirs at all.
This was also where Li Jiancheng's confidence came from.
They all advised.
"Your Highness, if I were to wait there, I would definitely not let the King of Qin have it easy.”
"Qin Shubao, Cheng Yaojin is really shameless. Fortunately, Your Highness is fine.”
"Your Highness, tell us what happened after that. How did His Majesty deal with them? It will also help us vent our anger.”
Li Jiancheng sat there without saying a word.
He was the founding prince of the Great Tang.
In the past few years, she had been helping Li Yuan deal with political affairs. Naturally, she had accumulated an aura of a superior over the years, making people feel the aura of an emperor.
Li Yuanji was an impatient person.
He said straightforwardly," Wei Zheng, Wan Che, don't even think about it. Big Brother's position as Crown Prince has already been abolished."”
"Also, I advise you not to say anything during the morning court session tomorrow. Otherwise, Imperial Father will be angry.”
"No one can save her."
Li Yuanji said.
Everyone's expression turned extremely ugly.
Wei Zheng clenched his fists and gritted his teeth as he said,"Why? The King of Qin had the intention to rebel, so why did he cripple the Crown Prince?”
"Your Majesty, isn't this a little too biased?”
"Your Highness, don't worry. Even if I, Wei Zheng, die in the Imperial Court, I will definitely seek justice for you tomorrow.”
Xue Wanche, Feng Li, and Ma Sanbao didn't say anything.
However, the killing intent in his chest was already boiling.
They hated themselves for not following Li Jiancheng to the Black Tortoise Sect.
Li Jiancheng's gaze swept across the crowd below and he suddenly laughed. This was because he could at least confirm that these people whom he regarded as his confidants had not become fence-sitters because of his momentary frustration.
He slowly stood up and bowed to everyone.
Wei Zheng and the others were stunned.
He hurriedly stood up and bowed.
Li Jiancheng raised his hand to signal that there was no need to be so polite. Then, he said,"Everyone, since I haven't been able to sit firmly on the position of Crown Prince.”
"Then it should be taken back."
"But at least it hasn't fallen into Shi Min's hands yet.”
"Remember not to mention what Xuancheng just said tomorrow. As the Crown Prince, I should be in charge of the Eastern Palace and control everything, but I almost lost my life yesterday.”
"Facing Shi Min, I couldn't even fight back. In my father's eyes, I've already lost, but I can't quibble.”
"Of course, I won't let myself become dispirited. After all, I still have everyone to help me, and one day, I will definitely take back the position of Crown Prince.”
"And Li Shi Min will also become a subject and be willing to assist me.”
Li Jiancheng spoke with confidence, his eyes filled with hope.
All these years, he had been overseeing the Eastern Palace.
Many people only knew that Li Shiming had been given the title of Heavenly Strategy General by Li Yuan, but they didn't know that when he raised his army in Jinyang, his achievements were no different from Li Shiming's.
It was just that after he was made Crown Prince.
They stayed behind and controlled everything.
Troops.
Food.
Soldiers.
Money was the key to winning a war. Of course, these achievements were completely overshadowed by Li Shiming's victory in every battle.
Wei Zheng said that Li Yuan was biased towards Li Shimin.
However, Li Jiancheng knew that he might not be able to sit firmly in the position of Crown Prince many times over the years. Only Li Yuan knew his forbearance behind the scenes.
However, Li Shi Min couldn't get what he wanted.
In the end, it had led the two brothers to their current situation.
Outsiders didn't know about these things.
However, Li Jiancheng and Li Shimin knew that this matter was over. They did not have any resentment towards Li Yuan. Instead, they were grateful that Li Yuan gave them a chance to compete on equal terms.
After all, they wanted to achieve great things.
One less competitor.
Having a brother who was willing to assist him was the greatest reward for becoming the Crown Prince.
Thinking of this, Li Jiancheng cupped his hands again and said,"BenGong, in the future, I will still have to rely on you all.”
"Please go back. Father will explain everything during the morning court session tomorrow.”
Li Jiancheng said.
Everyone understood.
Wei Zheng stepped forward and said," Your Highness, since we are fighting against the King of Qin, we need sufficient manpower to fight against the King of Qin in the court."”
"Wang Gui was exiled because of Yang Wengan.”
"Your Highness, should we find an opportunity to ask him to come back? After all, Wang Gui is also a talented person, not inferior to Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui, who are by the side of the King of Qin.”
Li Jiancheng's eyes lit up when he heard Wei Zheng's words.
He immediately nodded and said,"Doctor Wei is right. Jiancheng will not let Wang Gui down."”
Wei Zheng left with everyone after settling the matter in his mind.
In the end, only Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji remained in the Imperial Residence.
Li Yuanji looked at Li Jiancheng and said,"Big brother, Li Shiming's side is too powerful. Can we really resist?" Moreover, you have lost your position as Crown Prince."
"I wonder how Imperial Father will reward me tomorrow.”
Li Jiancheng smiled, and a trace of anticipation flashed in his eyes.
Li Shimin was appointed King of Qin.
Li Yuanji was named King of Qi.
He also wanted to know how Li Yuan would reward him…
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