People in the early Tang Dynasty: I compete with Wu Zhao for the throne

Chapter 1001: Seek glory with retreat, seduce maid with concubine

Shengyefang, the residence of Zhang Wenguan, the minister.

Li Xuan, who was wearing a black robe with gold silk, sat beside the bed, pressing his right hand on the pulse gate of Zhang Wenguan who was lying on the bed.

Hot skin came from his fingers, Li Xuan's eyes fell on the bed, Zhang Wenguan still had his eyes closed.

Fell asleep.

The situation is serious.

After a moment, Li Xuan raised his hand, then looked at Wei Xuanzang on one side and said: "Teacher, if this fever cannot go away, I am afraid it is related to the bone cracks in Zhang Xiang's body. It is necessary to treat the bone cracks and fever at the same time. This fever Only then can we retreat.”

Zhang Wenguan first fell down, and then contracted the wind and cold. Finally, he had a fever all over his body that could not go down.

"It turns out there are bone fractures." Wei Xuanzang reacted immediately, because even if there is no wind and cold, bone fractures can still cause a person to have a high fever.

It is useless to treat wind and cold alone. Both must be treated at the same time to cure the disease.

Before Wei Xuanzang came, Zhang Wenguan had already taken medicine and fell asleep, so he didn't know about the bone fracture at all.

Now that he understood the situation, Wei Xuanzang quickly prescribed a new prescription.

He glanced at Li Xuan and saw that Li Xuan's expression was calm. Wei Xuanzang nodded and said, "Next, be more careful."

Li Xuan got involved in the current affairs, and the conspiracy was so treacherous that Wei Xuanzang knew how troublesome it would be just by thinking about it.

But looking at Li Xuan's expression, he already had an idea.

Having an idea is a good thing, it is much better than having a headless fly running around.

……

Li Xuan glanced at Zhang Wenguan, who was still in a coma, and left the inner room thinking.

"Your Majesty, how is the situation?" Wei Wei Shaoqing Zhang Qia couldn't help but stepped forward and raised his hands to Li Xuan seriously, with worry on his face.

The faces of the young eunuch Zhang She and Taichang Shaoqing Zhang Xiaoxun on one side were also full of worry.

Li Xuan smiled gently and said: "Don't worry, you three. Mr. Zhang just didn't find out the cause of the body's fever. Now that everything is clear, the fever will subside soon, and everything will be fine after that."

Weiwei Shaoqing Zhang Qia couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief, and then asked nervously: "Your Majesty, what about other aspects?"

Zhang She, the young eunuch in the palace, and Zhang Xiaoxun, the Taichang young minister, both became nervous at the same time.

The Zhang family is a wealthy family, born in Qinghe, descendants of Zhang Liang of the Han Dynasty.

Zhang Wengguan's elder brother, Zhang Wenshou, once served as the crown prince who respected Emperor Li Hong, and died of illness seven years ago; his younger brother, Zhang Wencong, once served as the Minister of Household Affairs, also died of illness in his early years.

Zhang Wenshou's son Zhang Xiaoxun is now Taichang Shaoqing.

Zhang Wencong's son Zhang Xi is now the governor of Jiangzhou.

Zhang Wenguan had six sons. The eldest son Zhang Yi died early; the second son Zhang Qian was appointed as the governor of Weizhou; the third son Zhang Pei was appointed as the governor of Tongzhou; the fourth son Zhang Qia was appointed as the Weiwei Shaoqing; the fifth son Zhang She was appointed as the young eunuch of the palace; the sixth son Zhang He was appointed magistrate of Jiexiu County.

The Wanshi Zhang family became famous for a while.

Even so, Li Xuan knew that these children of the Zhang family all had average qualifications and could be the governor of a state, but if they wanted to move up, they would be in trouble.

Once there is no such thing as Zhang Wenguan, the disciples can only slowly fall silent and wait for future generations to rise.

Li Xuan took a breath and said in a low voice: "Don't blame Xuan for saying it bluntly. People are old and have weak bones. They are most afraid of falling. Once they fall, they will inevitably break their bones. Even if the condition is mild, they can't go out again." It’s not easy, so it’s best to rest at home.”

Hearing what Li Xuan said, Zhang Qia, Zhang She, and Zhang Xiaoxun looked hesitant for an instant.

If you can't go out for rest, can you still be a servant or prime minister?

No.

"The three of you are not outsiders, but Xuan is a little too much." Li Xuan glanced at Zhang Qia, Zhang She, and Zhang Xiaoxun, and said in a low voice: "Mr. Zhang is not young at all. He will become an official sooner or later. Instead of Instead of holding on, it is better to retreat with the trend now.

I'm afraid your majesty will compensate you a lot, but now that you're in Chang'an, don't you miss the chance to see your majesty? "

Zhang Qia raised his eyebrows instantly and immediately understood the meaning of Li Xuan's words.

Zhang Wenguan's current situation was partly due to the struggle between the government and the opposition, which might even involve the prince. It would be good for both of them to take the initiative to retreat at this time.

"Moreover." Li Xuan paused for a moment and whispered: "The root of the incident this time is very likely to be here. As everyone knows, Zhang Xiang is probably the first to reveal his flaws."

Ever since Hao Chujun was plotted against, all the prime ministers had been very careful when entering and exiting, but even so, Zhang Wenguan was still plotted against.

This is the case this time, so what about next time!
Zhang Qia's breathing suddenly became heavy, and he cupped his hands and said, "Please, Your Majesty, find out the real culprit and give justice to the Zhang family."

"Okay!" Li Xuan nodded, then handed over his hand: "Xuan will go first."

"Please!"

……

Li Xuan walked out of the room and was greeted by the afternoon sun.

Wan Shi Zhang's family, leaving aside the other governors, Zhang Qia is the Shaoqing of the Wei Wei, the deputy of Li Xuan's uncle Ouyang Tong; Zhang She is the young eunuch of the palace, and Li Xuan has not yet been relieved of the official position of Shang Yao Fengyu. Zhang She is half of Li Xuan's superior; Zhang Xiaoxun is Taichang Shaoqing and has a lot of dealings with the clan's children.

If Zhang Wenguan can successfully retreat this time, then one or two of these three people will definitely be able to take a step forward and take the position of Minister of Jiu Temple.

At that point, the relationship will be able to work when it matters most.

After withdrawing her thoughts, Li Xuan walked towards the front lobby.

In the courtyard, all the servants and servants in the mansion stood with their hands tied in fear.

In the lobby, Di Renjie looked stern, Xu Yu, the young minister of Dali Temple, and Pei Judao, the minister of punishment, stood in the hall. A maid knelt in front of the three of them.

Li Xuan sighed softly, then stepped forward, cupped her hands and said, "How was the investigation?"

"No one should have planned that Mr. Zhang was infected with the cold, but the fall was caused by this woman." Di Renjie's cold eyes swept over the little maid.

"It's rare that a person is still alive." Li Xuan smiled and walked up to the maid.The prime minister's house is tightly guarded, and those who can attack the prime minister are naturally not outsiders. As long as they check among the servants and servants at home, they will definitely gain something.

No, Di Renjie had already started investigating before Li Xuan arrived at Zhang Mansion. After Li Xuan inquired about Zhang Wenguan, they had already found the person.

Li Xuan doesn't need to question Di Renjie's ability in investigating cases.

……

She is twenty-eight years old, has a pretty appearance, and a good figure. She is not sure who her maid is.

Li Xuan walked up to her and said with a gentle smile: "This king is your last chance, you must seize it, otherwise you will be sent to Dali Temple Prison and Qianniu Prison, and you will suffer the consequences of Okay, okay, tell the truth, who asked you to murder your master..."

"According to the law of the Tang Dynasty, if a slave conspires with his master, he will be hanged." Di Renjie's suppressed angry voice sounded from the side.

Li Xuan waved her hands and glanced at Di Renjie angrily: "Go, go, let's go. Okay, girl, tell me what your name is."

The maid shivered and whispered: "Water... water apricot."

"Okay, Shuixing, come and tell me, did you see anyone the day before you took action, or did someone send you a message?"

Shuixing opened her mouth and wanted to say something, but she still couldn't.

"Okay, if you don't want to talk, then take her away." Li Xuan raised his head, looked at Di Renjie and said, "Send an order to investigate her parents and brothers. Anyone who is still alive will be jailed and severely punished..."

"No." Shuixing suddenly raised his head, looked at Li Xuan pleadingly, and finally grabbed the corner of his clothes and said, "I said, I said..."

"Who?"

"It's my uncle." After Shuixing finished speaking, he lowered his head seriously.

"Who is my uncle?" Li Xuan raised his head and his eyes fell on the housekeeper beside him.

The housekeeper was immediately excited, then stepped forward and said with cupped hands: "He is Miss Sun's future husband, Gao Wei from the Gao family."

"Gao family, which Gao family? Bohai Gao family?" Li Xuan couldn't help but ask.

The Bohai Gao family was one of the top noble families in the Tang Dynasty.

The Duke of Pingyuan County, Gao Kan, the Minister of Military Affairs, and the Duke of Shen State, Gao Shilian, were all descendants of the Gao family in Baihai.

"He is the son of Gao Shenxing, the Duke of Le'an County and the Minister of Household Affairs. He is a minister of Gao Wei." The steward bowed deeply. ,

Gao Shenxing was the son of Shen Guogong Gao Shilian.

If we talk about the entire Tang Dynasty, the people Li Xuan is least willing to deal with are the descendants of Gao Shilian.

Gao Shilian's eldest son, Gao Shicheng, once married Princess Dongyang, the daughter of Emperor Taizong. He was implicated by Changsun Wuji and was demoted to the governor of Hongzhou. He was also appointed as the governor of Yongzhou. He died in office.

Gao Xingxing's illegitimate son Gao Yao is the Thousand-Faced Buddha under the command of King Donghai.

The eldest son of Gao Shilian's fourth son, General Gao Zhenxing, was Gao Qi, Dian Shancheng of the East Palace.

The matter actually involves the Gao family. Although I don't know if Gao Qi is directly involved, if they force a private connection, they can definitely get involved.

Li Xuan now finally understood why the prince was so panicked about this matter.

It's hard to say, but there is really evidence that Gao Qi is directly involved.

Li Xuan knelt down, looked straight at Shuixing and said, "Your uncle personally told you to splash water on the ground and directly slip your master?"

"Yes." Shuixing said, and everyone in the hall widened their eyes in disbelief.

"What day, when, where?" Li Xuan asked directly.

"At noon the day before the accident, my uncle came to see the young lady. He told the slave in private that the master had always looked down on his uncle. He said that he would let the master lie down for two days to prepare for the marriage. After the marriage, the uncle would promote the slave to be his concubine. Shuixing tremblingly told the truth of the matter.

"Can your uncle see your young lady before marriage?" Li Xuan raised her head and looked at the housekeeper.

The housekeeper quickly raised his hand and said, "My uncle is also a young cousin. The Zhang family and the Gao family have been married for several generations. This generation is the second young lady and the young cousin of the Gao family."

The marriage between the Zhang family and the Gao family can even be traced back to the Gaohuan era of the Northern Qi Dynasty.

In the previous generation, Gao Shilian's youngest daughter married Zhang Wenguan's fourth son, Wei Shaoqing Zhang Qia.

This second young lady is Zhang Qia's second daughter, Gao Shenxing is Zhang Qia's brother-in-law, and Gao Wei is Zhang Qia's nephew.

The cousins ​​have known each other since childhood. Although the two are already engaged, they have not made a commitment, so it is still okay to meet.

……

Li Xuan's eyes fell on Shuixing and said in a quiet voice: "You are very capable. You were able to avoid the eyes of the guards at home and intervene on the road where your master was about to walk in advance. This skill and courage can't be ignored." It’s not something ordinary people can have.”

Di Renjie, Xu Yu and Pei Judao all stared at Shuixing at the same time.

Even if someone asks her to murder Zhang Wenguan, maybe she has been persuaded by others, but most people, even if they have ideas in their hearts, how to do it, when to do it, where to do it, these problems are difficult for them to solve in a short time Find out the correct answer.

Not to mention, you have to avoid the guards in the mansion accurately at the exact time, which is not something ordinary people can do.

This Shuixing, her secret is not that simple.

Shui Xing smiled sadly and said: "This slave is a slave of the Gao family. His parents married into the Zhang family with his wife. Every bit of his hands and feet is a family inheritance. As for the rest, it is nothing more than pouring water on the road where the master often comes and goes in the dead of night. A basin of water, wait for it to freeze, then sprinkle a thin layer of soil on top, and in the morning only the master will get up at home to go to court."

Shuixing's words completely solved all the doubts.

Also, if the Gao family wants to employ someone, besides seducing her with empty promises of the future, the most important thing is that she is originally from the Gao family.

Li Xuan stood up straight and said calmly: "Leave the person in the hands of the secret guard and keep him under strict supervision."

Di Renjie was slightly startled: How could he get the person into the hands of the secret guard?

Before he could figure it out, Li Xuan continued: "Let's go to Duke Shen's Mansion to see if we are late and the person has been silenced."

Everyone's expressions couldn't help but change.

(End of this chapter)