The first rebel of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 2373

Li Yun's heart seemed to be shrouded in layers of fog. Those confusions and doubts were like thick dark clouds, pressing tightly on his heart, making him almost breathless. His brows were frowned, as if being pulled by an invisible force and unable to relax. His eyes shone with confusion, like lost stars in the night sky, unable to find their way.

His face looked a little pale, as if eroded by doubts and anxiety, and even his voice was trembling: "Father, what you said... I... I really don't understand." Every word seemed to come from the bottom of his heart. What came out was full of confusion and helplessness.

His voice echoed in the air, with a sense of helplessness and confusion, like a disoriented bird whining in the empty wilderness. He tried hard to find clues from Li Shimin's words, but the more he thought about it, the more confused he felt, as if he had entered a complicated maze and could not find the exit.

He knew that Li Shimin was an experienced and wise king, and every decision he made was full of profound meaning. But at this moment, Li Shimin's attitude made him feel at a loss. He tried to find the answer on Li Shimin's face, but all he saw was an expressionless, deep face, like a bottomless lake, making it impossible to pry into his true inner thoughts.

Li Yun couldn't help but have various speculations in his mind. He thought of the days when Li Min left the Shengtang Group, and how Li Shimin faced the group, and he couldn't help but feel an inexplicable emotion in his heart. He began to wonder, did Li Shimin really not know that Li Min was not in the Shengtang Group? Or is he deliberately pretending not to know and observing something secretly?

Or was it because Li Min's departure made Li Shimin feel more relaxed than ever before? Or is it because he finally solved a problem that has troubled him for a long time, and how does this problem relate to himself?

However, when he looked at Li Shimin again with these questions, he found that the other person had closed his eyes, as if thinking about something. Those deep eyes were currently covered by eyelids, making it impossible to peek into his inner world. Li Yun felt even more uneasy. He did not dare to speak easily anymore and could only stand aside silently, waiting for Li Shimin's response.

At this time, although Li Shimin looked calm as water on the surface, his heart was turbulent. He was indeed thinking about some important things, but these things were beyond Li Yun's understanding. There is a deep wisdom in his eyes, which is a unique charm that has accumulated over the years. He was not in a hurry to answer Li Yun's questions because he knew that some things took time to slowly understand and understand.

Although Li Shimin appears calm on the surface, like a pool of still water, deep down in his heart he is like a storm and undercurrents are surging. His eyes are profound, as if he can see through everything in the world. Every wrinkle is engraved with traces of history, and every strand of silver shines with the spark of wisdom. He closed his eyes slightly, as if he was traveling through the long river of time in meditation, and he seemed to be reminiscing about those magnificent past events. What he was worried about were the deep areas that Li Yun could not touch, those heavy topics about the rise and fall of countries and the replacement of dynasties.

Li Yun stood aside, more doubtful in his heart. He looked at Li Shimin's pensive face and couldn't help but feel an indescribable emotion in his heart. He knew that there seemed to be an invisible gap between him and his father. That was the distance of years and the gap of wisdom. He tried to capture Li Shimin's thoughts from every subtle movement, but he always felt unable to do so, as if he was standing on the top of a mountain, looking up at the unreachable sky.

He lowered his head, not daring to look directly into Li Shimin's eyes. He could only stand there silently, but his heart was filled with emotions. He wanted to ask, but he was afraid of breaking the silence; he wanted to leave, but he felt unwilling to do so. The helplessness and confusion were like an invisible net, binding him tightly and making him feel suffocated.

Finally, Li Shimin slowly opened his eyes and his eyes fell on Li Yun. There were deep thoughts in his eyes, as well as expectations and concerns for Li Yun. He smiled slightly, and there seemed to be thousands of worlds hidden in that smile, but it also seemed to be nothingness. He said softly: "Yun'er, I know a thing or two about the doubts in your heart. But there are some things that you can't understand now. You need time to grow, experience, and understand."

Li Yun was shocked when he heard this. He raised his head and looked at Li Shimin, his eyes flashing with desire and confusion. He wanted to say something, but ultimately chose silence. He knew that although his father's words were brief, they contained profound philosophy. He needs time to digest it all and understand the depth and complexity hidden behind the calmness.

So, he bowed deeply, with a bit of bitterness and helplessness in his voice: "Yes, Father. I understand." Although his voice was low, it revealed determination and perseverance. He knew that even if he could not fully understand his father's intentions now, he would work hard to grow and explore the truth hidden in the fog.

Li Yun lowered his head even further, as if he was avoiding something. The helplessness in his heart was like a thick fog, shrouding his heart and making him feel suffocated. He knew that he could not change his father's decision, nor could he understand his intentions. He could only accept it silently and then try his best to implement it.

"By the way, don't talk to him about this, you know?" Li Shimin's voice sounded again, with an unquestionable majesty. His eyes were like two sharp swords, piercing Li Yun's heart, preventing him from slacking off at all. Li Yun's heart tightened suddenly, and he understood that Li Shimin was referring to Li Min. He couldn't help but secretly guess that his father was worried that Li Min would do something detrimental if he found out? Or is he afraid that Li Min will have unnecessary misunderstandings? But no matter what, he must keep this secret strictly.

He took a deep breath, suppressed the doubts and helplessness in his heart for a while, and then replied respectfully: "Yes, Father. I will keep my mouth shut and will never reveal anything." Although his voice was calm, there was something in his heart. But it was like a turbulent river, unable to calm down. He knew that this secret would become a shackles in his heart, making it impossible for him to truly let go.

Li Yun raised his head and met Li Shimin's gaze, his eyes shining with determination. He nodded deeply, with unquestionable determination in his tone: "Yes, Father. I will keep my words secret and never reveal a word." Every word seemed to be squeezed out from the bottom of his heart, full of promises. respect and reverence for secrets.

However, his heart was like a turbulent wave, unable to calm down. He knew Li Min's character, he was smart and keen, and good at picking up subtle clues. In this era of intertwined information, trying to hide a secret is as difficult as building a strong wall on the beach. He was worried that no matter how careful he was, there was no way he wouldn't be caught by Li Min.

Li Yun's thoughts were tangled together like a tangled mess. He tried to sort out the clues and find a solution. He knew that he was in a delicate situation and that a slight mistake could cause a storm. He had to act carefully to ensure that the secret was not leaked and to avoid arousing Li Yun's suspicion as much as possible.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm the panic in his heart. He closed his eyes and let his thoughts gradually settle. He knew that what he needed now was calmness and rationality, not panic and impulsiveness.

However, when he opened his eyes again, the worries in his heart surged like a tide. He imagined the possibilities in the future, and couldn't help but feel helpless and bitter in his heart. He knew that if Li Min knew this secret, their relationship would be severely tested. And all of this stems from Li Shimin's arrangements and orders. Li Yun thought that if Li Min knew the truth, he probably wouldn't take him out of Chang'an. Originally, he still held on to a glimmer of hope, hoping that he and Li Min could leave this troubled place together to pursue their own happiness. But now it seems that this hope has become dim.

He couldn't help but feel resentment in his heart, wondering why Li Shimin wanted to involve him in this dispute. If it weren't for his arrangements and orders, I wouldn't be in such a situation. However, he also understood that he could not resent his father, he could only accept this reality and work hard to deal with the next challenges.

He knew in his heart that his wife and children outside were all in the palace, and if Li Shimin didn't let them leave, he wouldn't be able to leave alone. He felt a deep sense of helplessness and powerlessness, as if his destiny was firmly in the hands of others.

Li Shimin knew that Li Yun wanted to leave Chang'an. The news was like a huge stone slamming into Li Yun's heart, making him feel pressure like a mountain of tens of thousands of tons, which made him almost breathless. He knew that at this moment, he felt like he was in the center of a storm, surrounded by raging waves. If he was not careful, he might be shattered to pieces. He must walk on thin ice in this uncertain situation to find a way out that can both preserve himself and realize his ideals, while also ensuring that every move he makes does not reveal any flaws.

Li Yun tried his best to adjust his breathing and tried to make his voice sound calm and respectful: "Father, if you have nothing else to do, I will leave first." Although he maintained a respectful smile on his face, he still felt something in his heart. But he was as uneasy as a river.

However, Li Shimin did not let him go as he wished. He spoke slowly, with unquestionable majesty in his voice: "Yun'er, please go slowly, I still have something to ask you."

Li Yun's heart suddenly skipped a beat. He secretly speculated that his father had already understood his thoughts. He quickly recalled his words and deeds, and after confirming that there were no flaws, he felt relieved. But then he felt a sense of panic, wondering what he had done wrong to make his father so displeased.

He composed himself, suppressed the panic in his heart, and replied respectfully: "Father, please speak, I am all ears."

Li Shimin was silent for a moment, seeming to be thinking about something. Li Yun did not dare to slack off. He waited quietly, but his mind kept thinking about his father's intentions.

Finally, Li Shimin spoke. His words were full of concern and expectations for Li Yun, which made Li Yun feel shocked. He never thought that his father would have such deep expectations for him, which made him feel a heavy pressure while being moved. He understood that he could not live up to his father's expectations, but at the same time he did not want to give up his pursuits and dreams. This put him in a dilemma, full of contradictions and struggles.

At this moment, Li Yun felt as if he was standing at a crossroads. The road ahead was full of unknowns and variables, and he didn't know which way he should choose to get out of the predicament. He knew that he had to make a choice, but he was afraid that if he chose the wrong direction, he would fall into a deeper quagmire. He was full of confusion and uneasiness, not knowing how to move forward.

Li Yun took a deep breath, and his chest seemed to be filled with an invisible force. He slowly raised his head. His movements were like a well-thought-out dancer, elegant and solemn. His gaze, like a beam of bright starlight, penetrated the obstacles of space and focused on the deep and complex eyes of his father, Emperor Li Shimin.

Li Shimin's eyes were like black holes in the night sky, bottomless and full of endless wisdom and experience. Li Yun was like a traveler searching for the stars, trying to find even the slightest bit of guidance and the tiniest bit of revelation in his deep eyes. However, what he saw was a gaze as firm and expectant as a rock. That gaze seemed to carry a kind of magic, like an invisible sword, pointing straight into the depths of his heart, leaving him with nowhere to escape and no way to retreat.

Li Yun's heart trembled, as if he had been doused with cold water, sober and calm. He understood that at this moment, he was like standing at the crossroads of destiny, and he could no longer hesitate or hesitate. He must face his father's problem head-on, no matter how difficult or acute the problem is.

So he straightened his chest, like a standing green pine, his posture full of firmness and determination. He said in a deep voice: "Father, if you have anything to say, just say it directly. I will try my best to understand and respond."

Although his voice was not loud, it was full of power, as if it could penetrate layers of fog and reach straight to the heart of his father. He understood that this was an important conversation between him and his father, a conversation that might determine his future. He could not avoid it or deal with it.

Li Shimin looked at him, a glimmer of satisfaction flashed in his eyes. He seemed to see the firmness and determination in Li Yun's heart, which was the strength he had been waiting for for a long time. He cleared his throat, as if to dispel a trace of hesitation and uneasiness in his heart, and then spoke slowly: "What I want to ask is..."

As soon as Li Shimin's words came out, Li Yun's heart suddenly tightened, as if he was tightly grasped by an invisible big hand. He felt an invisible pressure rushing towards him, as heavy as a mountain, making it almost impossible to breathe. He knew that this issue must be no small matter, must involve national affairs, and may even be related to his future and destiny.

His heartbeat quickened and his thoughts raced, trying to find a suitable reply. However, no matter how much he thought and searched for answers, he could not find a perfect reply. He felt like he was standing in a huge maze, surrounded by high walls, and he could not find a way out or find the answer.