Tiantang

Chapter 211 Imperial Power is a Bowl of "Aphrodisiac"

Chapter 222 Imperial Power is a Bowl of "Aphrodisiac"

Yang Guozhong Mansion.

With a sneer on his face, Yang Guozhong sat in his study and casually flipped through some memorials presented by local officials.Prince Li Heng secretly summoned Chen Xilie and three people to meet in the East Palace today, he had already received the news.

It should be said that he has been in charge of the prime minister and monopolized the government for a long time, and he has cultivated a quite large and detailed power system inside and outside the palace.In Chang'an City, Yang Guozhong's influence and control were far beyond what Chen Xuanli or Zhang Jiyong could match.

Although under Li Heng's deliberate support, Zhang Jiyong and Chen Xuanli rose to the top, and their power gradually rose.And Chen Xilie, as a veteran, has corresponding value.The combination of these three people can be regarded as a big force.But for the time being, it is still impossible to stand against Yang Guozhong.

If Yang Lian took away half of Chen Xuanli's military power, Yang Guozhong might still look up to Chen Xuanli and Zhang Jiyong, but now that the Yang family controls the military power and he controls the political power, how could he put Chen Xuanli and Zhang Jiyong in his eyes?

It seems that what Zhang Xuan said is correct, if there is no Zhang Xuan, I am afraid that Li Heng will attack Lao Tzu sooner or later.It can be seen from this that the Yang family can only last for a long time if they are firmly bound together with Zhang Xuan and share power and wealth.

Yang Guozhong was thinking about it when suddenly the eldest son Yang Xun came to report, "My lord, Chen Xilie is here to visit."

Yang Guozhong sneered, "Are you here? No matter what they do behind their backs, they will eventually come back to Lao Tzu. Without Lao Tzu's support, Chen Xilie, an old bastard, and Chen Xuanli and Zhang Jiyong, two ignorant idiots, can make it again." what's up?"

"Let him come to the study."

"Yes, father." Yang Xun left.

Chen Xilie came slowly, and from a long distance, he saw Yang Guozhong standing at the door of the study with a smile, beckoning to him.

Chen Xilie laughed loudly, cupped his fists and saluted, "Mr. Yang!"

"Chen Xiang is here, the Guozhong family is full of glory." Yang Guozhong laughed loudly, "Why, Chen Xiang entered the palace and the discussion with His Highness is over?"

Chen Xilie was startled suddenly, but forced a smile in embarrassment, "Mr. Yang, I dare not refuse to obey His Royal Highness' call... Please forgive me for the inconvenience."

"Hey——Chen Xiang is being polite. His Highness summoned us. How can we refuse to obey. Guozhong heard about it and wanted to go. Unfortunately, he felt a little unwell, so he gave up."

The two entered the study room with their respective secrets in mind, and sat down separately as guest and host.

Chen Xilie didn't go around in circles, and directly said Li Heng's "hint".

Yang Guozhong was slightly shocked.He did not expect that Prince Li Heng, who had always been weak, would have such a "tough" idea—unexpectedly, he would force the old emperor to abdicate and directly ascend the throne to become emperor.

Anyway, the old emperor is basically unconscious now, and his mind is not very clear. All he needs is an imperial edict, pretending to be in the name of the emperor, and with the persuasion of his officials, he can directly implement the abdication ceremony.Moreover, issuing an edict of guilt in advance in the name of the old emperor also covered up the so-called warning of natural disasters.

What a perfect plan.Yang Guozhong's heart broke, and he said coldly, "Chen Xiang, the matter is very important, please forgive Guozhong for not agreeing."

"Yang Xiang, if we continue to maintain this state, the crown prince has been in charge of the country for too long, and his reputation will not be right. Sooner or later, it will lead to a catastrophe. Once the court is in turmoil, it will not be of any benefit to you or me." Chen Xilie knew that Yang Guozhong was very cunning , I didn't expect him to agree right away.

As far as Yang Guozhong's rogue nature is concerned, even if he agrees in his heart, he will push back and forth with his mouth in order to bargain and strive for his best interests.

This is the case with Yang Guozhong, he is a real political hooligan, and the hooligans are well known.All the ministers are well aware of his temperament, but no one dares to make irresponsible remarks.

"Chen Xiang, you and I have served His Majesty for many years. You and I know His Majesty's temperament. How can he abdicate the throne and the prince while His Majesty is still alive? This is inappropriate, very inappropriate!" Yang Guozhong shook his head. .

Chen Xilie cursed inwardly, thinking that the old emperor has no autonomy at all at this moment, what are you doing hypocritically?Could it be that you, Yang Guozhong, are still a loyal and filial person?
Chen Xilie patiently smiled and said, "Yang Xiang, Your Highness promises that after the matter is completed, Yang Xiang will be enfeoffed as Taifu and Anguo County King, and will marry His Highness's daughter Yanguang to the eldest son Yang Xun."

"Mr. Yang is about to become an extremely powerful minister. Who can compare with him in this world? This old man congratulates Mr. Yang."

Yang Guozhong's eyes lit up and flickered for a moment, but he sighed calmly, "Chen Xiang, you are also a veteran of the three dynasties. You should know that this kind of thing is related to the state system, and it is even more related to your family and my life. If it is done, everything will be fine. Let's all stop, but if it doesn't work, we may be killed!"

"Guozhong must consider it carefully."

Chen Xilie felt a little impatient in his heart, frowned and said, "Mr. Yang, Your Majesty is seriously ill and unconscious. It is only natural for the crown prince to oversee the country, that is, the emperor's throne. What's the matter? You and I persuade you to support the crown prince, which is to support important ministers." ..."

Yang Guozhong smiled faintly, waved his hands and said, "Chen Xiang, do you think this matter of persuading him is as simple as that? I'll wait for the court officials to shout a few times, and the crown prince is the emperor?"

"Whether the royal family agrees or not, and whether the major feudal towns in the world support it or not, these are all big problems."

Yang Guozhong raised his eyebrows, "If His Royal Highness can win the feudal towns of the world to show their allegiance, Guozhong should be a pawn."

Chen Xilie was startled, and then pondered.

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More than a hundred miles away from Puzhou, Zhang Xuan's army set up camp again at dusk.

Handsome account.

Zhang Xuan looked at Feng Changqing, Zhou Xuchu, Zhang Xun and others who were sitting on the left and right sides, and said with a calm smile, "I've called you to discuss something."

"I decided to take a shortcut to Longshuo in advance... After I leave, I will keep it secret. The army will be under the command of Master Feng, Zhou Changshi and Chen Canjun, and slowly advance according to the established route."

"Lord Feng, the safety of Prince Tubo and Princess Wanchun is entrusted to you." Zhang Xuan said softly.

Feng Changqing smiled wryly, stood up and cupped his hands and said, "The governor left the army and went to Lingzhou. If there is an edict from the imperial court or... how will the subordinate officials deal with it?"

Zhang Xuan smiled lightly, "If you can delay it, then you can delay it. If you really can't delay it, you can tell me bluntly, saying that the official and the forward have already traveled day and night to Lingzhou to fight for Tang and his relatives."

Feng Changqing was speechless and could only nod silently.

Zhang Xuan had discussed this matter with him a long time ago, and he knew it well.Knowing that Zhang Xuan is going to enter Lingzhou in advance, he has a plan.As for what he was planning, he didn't ask.

"Zhou Changshi, Chisong Dezan and his Tibetans, you must take good care of me, and don't let any one escape." Zhang Xuan looked at Zhou Xuchu with serious eyes.

Zhou Xuchu clasped his fists and saluted, "I obey the orders. If there is any mistake, it will be dealt with according to the law of the military governor of the capital!"

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Half an hour later, Zhang Xuan led Zhang Xun, Xiao Shisanlang, Lei Wanchun, Nan Jiyun, Hua Nuer and 500 cavalry to leave the army quietly, and took a shortcut to Lingzhou, the seat of Longshuo.

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Chen Xilie entered the palace again in the afternoon of the second day, met Li Heng, and conveyed Yang Guozhong's meaning to Li Heng.

Seeing that Li Heng's face was not very good-looking, Chen Xilie hesitated for a moment, but still lowered his voice and said, "Your Highness, what Yang Guozhong said is not unreasonable. There is no rush for abdication. Why don't you wait for the world's feudal towns to support you?" , and then the ministers and others will gather together and respond, and great things will be accomplished!"

"This is a safe strategy."

Li Heng sighed, "Chen Xiang, it's not that I'm in a hurry, it's just that the world's vassals—I'm not sure about it. Besides, this kind of thing needs someone who can take the lead..."

Chen Xilie smiled slightly, "Could it be that Your Highness has forgotten Governor Zhang? Governor Zhang is absolutely loyal to His Highness. If Governor Zhang takes the lead, this matter will definitely happen."

"Zhang Xuan?" Li Heng pondered slightly.

"Your Highness, Zhang Xuan has a close relationship with Hexi Ge Shuhan, Xiyu Yang Qi, and Beiting Cheng Qianli. If he takes the lead, Ge Shuhan and the three must follow. And Yan Zhenqing of Henan Province, Zhang Xuan also has the grace to recommend , Zhang Xuan sent a letter, presumably Yan Zhenqing will not lose some face. As for An Sishun in Anlu Mountain and Jiannan Road, it can be ignored."

Li Heng let out a long breath.As soon as Chen Xilie said this, Li Heng suddenly realized that Zhang Xuan had quietly become an important person in the Tang Dynasty, and played an irreplaceable role for him.

Presumably Yang Guozhong's posturing is also related to Zhang Xuan.Li Heng sighed inwardly, and said in silence for a long time, "Of course, I think so. How about this, I will personally write a secret letter, send someone to the Longshuo army, and let Zizhan come forward to plan for me One or two."

"In addition, Chen Xiang, you go to Zhang's house and tell me that I have heard that Zhang Jiuming has a daughter named Xuemei who is both talented and beautiful, virtuous, and can be a good match. My fourteenth son, Li Xi, is not yet married..." Li Heng Slowly.

The corner of Chen Xilie's mouth twitched.

Recently, there has been a lot of rumors in Chang'an City that Sheng Wang Li Qi proposed to the Zhang family to marry Zhang Jiuming's youngest daughter, Zhang Xuemei, as the successor princess.But Li Heng wants to marry Zhang Xuemei to his fourteenth son... This is clearly a declaration of war with Li Qi...

"Yes, the old minister obeyed."

"Also, the matter of abdication can be postponed. But the imperial court is self-policing and issuing edicts to appease the world, but there is no delay." Li Heng smiled lightly and waved his hand, "Leave this matter to Chen Xiang with full authority."

The wry smile on the corner of Chen Xilie's mouth grew stronger, but he could only bow down and accept the order.

Chen Xilie left Xingqing Palace, feeling more and more uneasy.He felt that Li Heng at this moment was very different from the past.Not only is his personality much gloomy, but he also reveals a bit of murderous intent all over his body.

Imperial power is indeed a bowl of aphrodisiac.With the stimulation of the imperial power, the prince has already started to look like a tiger, opening his sharp mouth.He stares at everyone with a bit of innate suspicion.

At this time, if anyone came to snatch his throne, it would be no less than pulling out his teeth.

(End of this chapter)