Chapter 30: Fatty Li shows up again
Chapter 30: Fatty Li shows up again
If it were any other emperor, he might not respond.
Li Er nodded and said, "I believe it!"
Li Jing was very touched. This was the emperor's trust in him, but he looked at Li Er with longing eyes, with a different request.
Li Er understood and saw it clearly.
He sighed inwardly, glanced at Li Chengqian, then strode back to the Danbi and sat down.
Li Jing, Cheng Zhijie and Yuchi Jingde were still standing in the center of the hall.
Because this matter is not over yet.
After Li Er sat down, he said:
"Li Jing, Cheng Zhijie, and Yuchi Jingde openly beat foreign envoys during a grand and formal court meeting. Their behavior is bad and has a very bad impact."
"Our Tang Dynasty is a country of etiquette, not a foreign barbarian. We should have an explanation for beating foreign envoys without reason. We can't just let it go like this."
"Tell me how to punish them."
As soon as these words came out.
The ministers were silent and no one spoke.
Even Wei Zheng, who was usually outspoken and honest, stared at the tablet and had no intention of speaking.
The atmosphere is a bit weird.
Cheng Zhijie shouted, "Your Majesty."
"Everyone has their own responsibility. I was the first to do it, so the fault is all mine."
"It has nothing to do with Duke Wei or Duke E."
"Just punish me."
Li Er cursed: "You bastard, you old bastard, even now you are facing the end of the matter, you still refuse to repent."
"You're still reasonable."
"You are just kind and righteous?"
Yuchi Jingde also shouted: "Your Majesty, I did it, I am willing to accept the punishment."
"Duke Lu and I are brothers. How can we fight while I watch?"
"That doesn't make sense, does it?"
Cheng Zhijie's face turned dark. You black bastard, what the hell are you talking about?
I'm acting, why are you trying to sabotage me?
If you don't speak, no one will think you are dumb.
Li Jing's eyelids twitched a few times, and his resentment towards Yuchi Jingde reached its peak at this moment.
Something that does more harm than good.
Why not talk about brotherhood in this delicate situation?
You are the only one who has brotherhood.
You are the only one who can stab your brother in the back.
But can this thing be brought up and discussed openly in the court?
Where do you place the officials?
Where should your majesty be placed?
Everyone has fought with His Majesty at Xuanwu Gate.
Does Your Majesty have no brotherly feelings towards us all?
Now, you are talking about brotherhood. Does that mean there is no brotherhood when Your Majesty punishes everyone?
To put it more seriously, this is forcing Your Majesty.
Originally, His Majesty had already agreed to help, the beginning was very good, and Cheng Zhijie also understood.
As soon as Yuchi Jingde jumped out, the scene was half ruined.
Veins were bulging on Li Er's forehead, and he looked coldly at Yuchi Jingde, then at Li Jing.
He was really a little tired.
Pharmacist, ah, pharmacist.
I'm trying to help you, but this black guy is causing trouble.
Li Chengqian was calm and expressionless, as if it had nothing to do with him.
Seeing that Li Chengqian didn't respond, Li Er had no choice but to continue.
"Okay."
"One, Cheng Zhijie, refused to admit his fault, and the other, Yuchi Jingde, showed no remorse at all. He was so righteous that he talked to me about brotherhood."
"The court is where you talk about loyalty?"
Li Er: "Tell me how I should deal with them and fulfill their brotherhood."
The ministers still remained silent.
No one responded.
At this time, Fatty Li's eyes were rolling around and he was thinking something.
He knew that even though his father was going to punish Li Jing, Cheng Zhijie and Yuchi Jingde, the punishment would definitely not be too severe. He would definitely lift them high and bring them down lightly.
The desire to seize the throne was playing tricks on him.
Even if the three dukes did not support him, pleading for them and winning their favor would be a huge gain for him.
Thinking of this, Li Pangpang couldn't suppress his restless heart.
If you don’t ask for it now, when will you ask for it?
"Father!"
"The three dukes have made great contributions..."
Li Pangpang stepped forward decisively to plead for the three dukes.
But he didn't expect that Cheng Zhijie, Li Jing and others would suddenly change their expressions after hearing this. Fang Xuanling knelt on his seat, holding the tablet in both hands. When he heard the King of Wei speak, he closed his eyes and looked up.
King Wei, how could you be so stupid?
Is it you who should speak?
Why are there so many ministers present here, but none of them speak or answer Your Majesty?
That's something everyone understands.
The direction of this grand court meeting completely changed when the crown prince stood up.
It has gradually evolved into a confrontation between Your Majesty and the Crown Prince.
His Majesty seemed to be asking his ministers how to deal with Li Jing and others.
In fact, he was pleading for Li Jing and the other two.
To whom?
Naturally, it was the prince who was particularly powerful today.
Li Jing, Cheng Zhijie, Yuchi Jingde and others, or the military officers, did not just beat up the Tubo envoys to prove that they still had blood and bravery and that was it.
The prince's statement is still needed.
The prince needs to give them a final evaluation.
Because the dispute was caused by the prince.
The prince must give them a satisfactory conclusion to this incident.
Your Majesty knows.
The prince also knows it.
Li Jing and Cheng Zhijie also knew it.
Only two people didn't understand.
A man named Yuchi Jingde thought he would be punished.
One was the King of Wei who had just stood up. He thought that His Majesty really wanted to punish Li Jing and the other two.
Little did they know that this was all an excuse made up by His Majesty to wait for the Crown Prince to speak.
The ministers remained silent, which was a sign of cooperation.
If they don't say anything, Your Majesty can call on the prince to speak at that time.
The prince only needs to say that the three dukes are brave and courageous.
Then the historian would continue with the previous record: The prince highly praised Duke Jing for his knowledge of chastity, respect for virtue and his divine power.
This matter is over then.
If it were not for the historical records, there would be no record of the prince praising the three dukes for beating the foreign envoys.
How should people in later generations speculate?
Was it a real fight or a fake one?
Has the history book been revised? Why is there no evaluation of Crown Prince Li Chengqian?
There must be something wrong with the evaluation without the prince.
The history books are not true.
Well, the unofficial history says it’s my turn.
As long as I'm wild enough, everyone will believe it even if they don't.
At this moment, Fang Xuanling didn't want to watch, and even wanted to plug his ears.
It is not difficult to guess the purpose of the King of Wei standing up. He was simply trying to beg for favors and curry favor in the hope of gaining the favor of the three dukes.
But... this is just shooting oneself in the foot.
Who can hide this little trick from the people present?
"If my royal brother had used more gentle and tactful words, the three dukes wouldn't have gotten so angry."
"Please, Father..."
Li Pangpang was still complacent and proud of his plea.
None of the officials plead for you.
I, Li Tai, nicknamed Qingque, am here to ask for your help personally from His Royal Highness the King of Wei of the Tang Dynasty. I, the three dukes, should look at me differently.
However, he didn't notice at all the unfriendly looks of Li Jing, Cheng Zhijie, and the uneasy look of his father.
Li Chengqian could hardly hold back his laughter.
Hey.
Li Pangpang, ah Li Pangpang.
Why are you thinking of seeking death?
Dare to show your head?
Just seconds after showing up.
I won't spoil you.
Such an idiot could actually force Li Chengqian to rebel.
Should we say that Li Er is partial, or that Li Chengqian is a pig?
"Shut up!"
Li Chengqian interrupted, "King Wei, do you still remember what I said to you in front of the East Palace?"
Before the King of Wei could finish his words, he was interrupted by Li Chengqian. He was startled and asked, "Brother, what did you say?"
He completely forgot.
(End of this chapter)