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

Chapter 1203: A poem that made the whole house cry bitterly

Du Pengju listened to his ears full of voices praising Xue Shao. Even if there were occasional voices praising Cui Can and Lu Yuan, they were very few, let alone him.

He knew that if this continued, there would be no doubt that the princess would belong to Xue Shao.

Raising his head, Du Pengju saw that the emperor was about to say something, and his blood surged. He stepped to the left, cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty."

The emperor was stunned, and everyone was stunned.

"What's the matter, Du Qing?" the emperor asked.

"Your Majesty." Du Pengju looked sincere and said with cupped hands: "I have little talent and little knowledge. I deeply feel that the poems written by Pingyang County are first-class in talent and complete with scenes. They are truly the best in the world. It is difficult for ordinary people to match them. I feel ashamed of my shortcomings. I just don't know Pingyang County." Comparing me with the King of Nanchang, who is better? I wonder if I can see the grand occasion?"

The emperor was stunned for a moment, then narrowed his eyes and realized what he was doing.

Praise and kill.

In just a few words, Du Pengju praised Xue Shao to the point where he was compared to Li Xuan.

Once Xue Shao is compared with Li Xuan, his true level will be completely clear to everyone.

In fact, smart people can see that although Xue Shao has some talent and learning, he is better than everyone else. He is more opportunistic and not really talented. But let's compare him with Li Xuan...

"Your Majesty!" Xue Shao suddenly stood up, with a confident look on his face, looked at the emperor respectfully, and said with cupped hands: "I am willing to compete with the King of Nanchang, please allow your Majesty."

Li Xuan was confused, what was going on?

Li Xuan subconsciously looked at Princess Taiping, who had turned to look at Xue Shao with a hint of appreciation in her expression.

Li Xuan immediately understood that Xue Shao wanted to use him as a stepping stone to gain the princess's favor.

If he wins, he will immediately become famous and famous all over the world; if he loses, then it is no big deal that he cannot compare with the famous King of Nanchang.

After all, Li Xuan has been famous for a long time, and Xue Shao is several years younger than him, so it's normal that he can't compare to him.

Li Xuan's eyes glanced at Xue Yuanchao, who had a hint of embarrassment and pleading on his face.

But Li Xuan simply ignored it and his eyes fell on the emperor.

"Twenty-seventh Lang, what do you say?" The emperor looked at Li Xuan gently.

Li Xuan stood up, held up his hands, and said seriously: "Your Majesty, after all, I am a few years older and have more experience. It is really not easy to bully the younger generation."

"In the art of writing, those who have mastered it come first. The senior king of Nanchang is Zhang. Shao just asked Lan Yu for advice." Xue Shao held his head high and looked at the emperor and Li Xuan confidently.

Princess Taiping and the young women in the palace all looked at Xue Shao with a hint of admiration and admiration.

"In this case, King Nanchang will compose a poem." The emperor leaned back slightly and said with gentle eyes: "It is better to burn a stick of incense with the theme of filial piety."

"Thank you for your understanding, Your Majesty." Li Xuan handed over his hand, but closed his eyes slightly, and his expression calmed down for a moment.

Everyone who saw this scene couldn't help but breathe slowly. The posture of the King of Nanchang...

"The thread is in the hands of a loving mother, and the clothes are on the wanderer's body." As soon as Li Xuan opened her mouth, the whole hall immediately fell silent.

"Before leaving, I am afraid I will return later." In Li Xuan's soft voice, the emperor slowly closed his eyes.

"Whoever speaks a word of grass will be rewarded with three rays of spring light." As soon as Li Xuan finished speaking, she had already lowered her head heavily.

The emperor sat on the royal couch, completely stunned.

After a moment, he slowly stretched out his hand to wipe the tears from the corners of his eyes, closed his eyes, and said: "Meiniang, please accompany me to Da Ci'en Temple the day after tomorrow. Sanlang and Shilang, take your sons and Taiping with you." I’ll go with you.”

"I accept the decree." Li Xian, Li Dan, and Princess Taiping knelt down at the same time.

"You guys will continue the banquet. Twenty-seven men, please accompany me for a walk in the back." The emperor stood up directly, ignoring everyone, and walked directly to the back hall.

"I respectfully send you off to Your Majesty." The ministers cupped their hands and then looked at Li Xuan.

Li Xuan stood up, then bowed deeply towards Ouyang, then stood up and chased after the emperor.

At this time, it was very obvious to see that his eyes were red and his face was sad.

After Li Xuan left, low sobbing sounded in the hall.

Empress Wu raised her head and her eyes fell on Li Xian, Li Dan and Princess Taiping.

Although Li Xian and Li Dan both had tears in their eyes, they could still control it. Only Princess Taiping could not help but lower her head and wipe away her tears.

"Come!" Empress Wu waved to Princess Taiping. The next moment, Princess Taiping had already rushed towards Empress Wu.

Then she finally couldn't help but burst into tears: "Queen Mother, Queen Mother..."

"Okay, okay, be good, be good, the queen is here, be good, don't cry, don't cry!" Empress Wu comforted her softly, but Princess Taiping couldn't help it, and her crying became louder.

I don't know what kind of chain reaction it caused, but the crying in the palace became louder.

Not only the children, but even the mother had tears in her eyes.

After a long time, the sound gradually stopped.

Empress Wu patted Princess Taiping who was wiping her tears, looked at everyone and said, "Daughters of the family, raise your glasses. Today, the King of Nanchang wrote a poem that expresses the love between mother and child in the world. I am so lucky, so lucky."

"I congratulate the Empress of Heaven, the Tang Dynasty is prosperous and glorious for eternity." The ministers bowed at the same time, and Empress Wu couldn't help laughing.

At this time, no one cares about Xue Shao.

Li Xuan's poem completely shattered all his brilliance.

……

In the backyard, the emperor walked slowly, and Li Xuan followed gently.

After a long time, the two of them recovered their emotions. The emperor sighed softly and said: "Twenty-seventh Lang, for your literary talent, I really want to keep you in the capital and become a bachelor in the Hongwen Hall so that your literature can be famous all over the world."

Li Xuan calmly held up her hands and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, compared to being a bachelor of Hongwen Hall, I would rather go to the Imperial College and become a Doctor of Imperial College."

"Doctor?" The emperor turned around and looked at Li Xuan funny: "I'm afraid a doctor won't be able to satisfy your appetite. The prince of the country is responsible for the business, and the prince of the prince is offering wine. That is your ambition."

"I will obey your majesty's orders, and your majesty will never treat me badly." Li Xuan bowed lightly, her words full of confidence.

Confidence coupled with infinite loyalty.

Li Zhi nodded slowly, especially thinking of Li Xuan's earlier "Han Theory", and he understood the infinite subtleties of Li Xuan's current thoughts.

Turning around, Li Zhi said calmly: "Let me tell you in advance that I will transfer Wang Xiaojie back to Beijing and be ready to support the grassland at any time."

Li Xuan was stunned. He had thought that the emperor would mobilize troops from Changzhou, but he did not expect that he would actually mobilize Wang Xiaojie.

Li Xuan quickly handed over his hand, hesitated for a moment, and then said: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty wants to transfer Wang Xiaojie. I have no objection. It's just that we have to attack the dangerous pass next year. I need a brave general who can attack the city..."

"Who?" the emperor asked casually.

"Guardian Zuojinwu will lead Cui Ding." Li Xuan handed over his hand and said, "Cui Ding is from Chang'an. Through my aunt Lianzong Cui, he has made outstanding military exploits in the northwest for several years. After accumulating merits, he came to Guardsman Zuojinwu. We even defeated Supi a month ago. As for General Zhonglang, although his merits are sufficient, his qualifications are still lacking."

The emperor waved his hand slightly and said: "The credit is enough. With your recommendation, I will make him the right guard and general, but we will conquer Tubo next year..." The emperor pondered.

Li Xuan held up his hands and said: "I have a plan in mind to conquer Tanggula Mountain. It is not too difficult. What is difficult is to attack Tubo next, so I have two requests."

"Speak." The emperor raised his head slightly.

"Here!" Li Xuan bowed and said, "Now I need two deputy general managers of the march of Luoshe Road. One needs to take my place in Changzhou, govern the four directions, and arrange food and grass. The other one needs to fight into Changzhou with me. But political matters need to be dealt with.

There are millions of people in Tubo, and even if I try my best, it will be difficult to conquer all of Tubo. I need someone to comfort me, so as not to take down Luoche, but instead end up fighting everywhere. "

"Just tell me who you have your eye on." The emperor looked directly at Li Xuan.

Li Xuan cupped her hands and said, "Lu Yuanfang and Zhang Daan."

"No way." The emperor waved his hand directly and said, "Lu Qing, I have important responsibilities that I cannot entrust to you. As for Zhang Qing, he was demoted after all and cannot be appointed as deputy general manager."

"Your Majesty, please consider the arrangements. I don't care who the personnel are, as long as we work together as one." Li Xuan looked serious and sincere.

The emperor nodded and said thoughtfully: "First of all, I will transfer Qu Chongyu to be the deputy general manager of the march of Luoshitao, and he will be in charge of transporting grain and grass for you. The other one..."

There was a wry smile on Li Xuan's face. The emperor would not let go of truly useful talents who were willing to follow him into Tubo, but Qu Chongyu...

"Your Majesty, would it be inappropriate for my father-in-law to transfer Luo to some other posts?" Li Xuan cautiously handed over his hand.

The emperor waved his hand directly and said: "There are many Tuyuhun people in Changzhou. Apart from you, Qu Chongyu is the most suitable candidate... Don't forget that the Turks were in turmoil, and the thoughts of the Tuyuhun people were also moved. With Qu Chongyu here, the east and west Tuyuhun capitals Can be stable.”

"Yes!" Li Xuan handed over his hand. Of course he could see the benefits of Qu Chongyu being appointed as the deputy general manager of Luozhidao's march, but since Qu Chongyu was Qu Dou'er's biological father, this matter could easily attract criticism.

But now that the emperor has stopped this, Li Xuan has no pressure anymore.

"How about transferring Ouyang Tong to Luo Xuan?" The emperor suddenly turned around and looked at Li Xuan.

Li Xuan's heart suddenly shook, and without any hesitation, he immediately handed over his hand and said solemnly: "Your Majesty, this is definitely not feasible."

Li Xuan did not explain the reason, but firmly refused.

The emperor smiled and waved his hand.

Ouyang Tong is Li Xuan's uncle. It is of course not feasible to transfer Ouyang Tong directly. The public opinion of the entire government and opposition parties will be in an uproar.

But the real key is not here. Li Xuan must not have any intention of transferring Ouyang Tong to help him, not at all.

The emperor sighed softly and said: "I have two candidates, Cen Changqian and Wang Dezhen, who do you think is suitable?"

Li Xuan was slightly stunned. Cen Changqian and Wang Dezhen were both friends of his uncle Ouyang Tong. What was the emperor doing?

Immediately, Li Xuan suddenly realized that Cen Changqian was Cen Wenwen's nephew. Wang Dezhen had been the palace eunuch for several years and was an absolute confidant of the emperor.

Li Xuan looked excited, thought for a moment, and finally said, "I obey your Majesty's orders."

The emperor smiled. He could see that Li Xuan already had an inclination, but he still cautiously left the choice to the emperor.

Choice is right.

"Okay, you go back. There will be an imperial edict tomorrow. Go and call King Huo over." The emperor waved his hand slightly.

"I accept the order." Li Xuan handed over his hand and then slowly exited the backyard.

……

In the Liangyi Hall in front, there is no longer any noise as before.

Li Xuan sighed softly in her heart. If Xue Shao hadn't made a suicidal attack, Li Xuan wouldn't have taken out the big killer weapon.

You really think he is easy to mess with. Don’t forget that tonight’s topic was drawn up by him for Princess Taiping.

Even if it wasn't intentional, Li Xuan had already thought of the answer.

Shaking his head, Li Xuan returned his attention to Cen Changqian and Wang Dezhen.

Cen Changqian is fine, the key is Wang Dezhen.

Wang Dezhen is currently the Minister of Household Affairs and a close confidant of the emperor. He is now being transferred to Luoche Road as the deputy general manager of the march...

Li Xuan couldn't help but shake her head. The emperor's layout was somewhat incomprehensible.

(End of this chapter)