Chapter 61: There are only 8 people in Xuanwu Gate
Chapter 61: There are only people in Xuanwu Gate
Hou Junji's mistake is not as simple as it seems.
Dividing treasures and robbing money are superficial factors, while the power behind them is the deepest factor.
At least that's what Li Chengqian thought.
A general commanding an army, a marching commander-in-chief, is in a situation where there is no war but also not a critical one.
How dare you not ask for instructions from the imperial court or report to the emperor?
Make decisions on your own and on behalf of the court and the emperor.
what is this?
Overstepping authority and being tyrannical.
Act on behalf of the imperial court and the emperor.
It is the power of the imperial court and the power of the emperor that are exercised.
Is this tolerable?
"I think you, Hou Junji, are just a mountain king."
"Why do we need a court or His Majesty? We can be self-sufficient."
"You can do whatever you want."
Impressed!
I'm really convinced.
The prince's words really put Hou Junji on the brink of death.
King of the mountain?
Let alone other things, just the word "Wang" alone is tantamount to rebellion and high treason.
Return to the Mountain King.
Isn't this going against the imperial court?
How come the matter became so serious when it reached the prince's mouth?
Li Er couldn't help it either.
Hou Junji was wrong and he was very angry, but he knew Hou Junji's character. He could be said to be brave but not wise, and he could be said to be arrogant.
But I will never have any intention of disloyalty.
"Prince, I have said too much."
Li Er said: "I know what kind of person Hou Junji is."
"He's not the kind of person you say he is."
Hou Junji said quickly: "Your Majesty, I definitely did not do that. I was just temporarily bewildered and went astray, but I would never dare to do anything treasonous."
"The prince has accused me of this."
"I accept the guilt that should be borne."
"But I can't accept the false accusation."
He was really scared.
If I had known this would happen, why would I not bow down at the Jinguan Gate and say such things?
Why do you go into the palace to pay respects to His Majesty, but not to the Crown Prince?
He felt that this was an unexpected disaster.
It shouldn't have been so serious, but because of his behavior he offended the prince, the prince took revenge on him and described him as an unforgivable person in just a few words.
regret.
It's not just ordinary regret.
Fortunately, Your Majesty knew him well and did not trust the prince easily.
otherwise…….
He thought about how he had started his career with His Majesty and jointly launched the Xuanwu Gate Incident, thus gaining His Majesty's trust.
If it were any other emperor, he would have been in great danger of death.
But even though he thought so, he still insisted on being stubborn.
"His Majesty."
"The worst thing to do is to get off to a bad start."
Li Chengqian said.
He obviously didn't mean anything else.
But it was so shocking to the ears of the ministers.
It's a bad start.
Is the prince alluding to the Xuanwu Gate Incident?
Li Er's expression suddenly darkened and he was extremely displeased.
"If we don't explain clearly what Hou Junji did today, all the generals who come after us will follow suit."
"Then what dignity does the imperial court have? What use is there for the emperor?"
"Just let the generals do everything, right?"
What is this nonsense.
Leave it to the generals.
The emperor has no military power. Doesn't that mean he is being sidelined?
Li Er was furious and got angry.
The look of displeasure was replaced by solemnity.
He didn't think things were that bad, but what the prince said made sense.
Don’t be afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of what happens.
If everyone follows Hou Junji's example, once the door is opened, won't the same thing as Hou Junji be everywhere in the future?
No one needs to tell Li Er, everyone can decide everything on their own.
Then what is the purpose of having an emperor?
"Your Majesty, I second your proposal, Prince."
"Without rules, there is no order. The court has its own rules, and the military camp has its own rules."
Zhang Sun Wuji said: "Duke Chen's actions must be stopped. If it is a war, in a dangerous situation, I think it is excusable."
"But the matter was not urgent, and Duke Chen did not report it afterwards." "If it were not for the impeachment of the censor, the court and your majesty would still know nothing."
Wei Zheng also had to show his strength. He admired Hou Junji very much, but at this moment, admiration could not determine his position.
"Hou Junji is so bold and reckless that he does not consider himself a subject. Instead, he makes decisions for the emperor and the court."
"This is not a power that a subject should have."
"I think that severe punishment should be given as a warning."
Zhangsun Wuji, Wei Zheng.
The two main forces of the Eastern Palace strongly support the prince and are determined to kill Hou Junji.
No civil servant spoke out in support.
The military generals were disgusted and disappointed with Hou Junji. As the outcome was already decided and the prince had made his decision, they did not want to speak up for Hou Junji at all.
Hou Junji felt cold all over and his body was trembling slightly.
He doesn't understand.
He should have been a meritorious official and should have been praised for presenting the captives in Guande Hall.
How come he became a prisoner in the blink of an eye?
"I'm not convinced."
"Your Majesty, I do not accept this."
"The prince framed me. He is just seeking revenge for personal gain..."
Hou Junji struggled desperately and shouted frantically.
Li Chengqian found it a bit irritating.
It's too loud.
He frowned, waved his hand, and asked Changsun Wuji and Wei Zheng to sit down. Immediately, the two of them sat down with their hands clasped, looking straight ahead.
This scene was seen by all the ministers and Li Er.
Li Er just glanced at it briefly, and he didn't feel dissatisfied about it.
Everyone knew that the two of them supported the prince.
No one is saying they shouldn't.
On the contrary, the two of them are the ones who should support the prince the most.
However, Li Er was a little unhappy. As the prince, you have great authority in this palace.
He waved his hand and asked the two dukes to leave.
"Hou Junji, I know you are anxious, but please don't be anxious."
“It’s just one of the biggest sins.”
"There are two more."
Hou Junji stopped shouting, stunned.
The prince still didn't let him go.
All the ministers were stunned.
They thought this was the limit, but they didn't expect there was more.
Hou Junji, you are really capable.
Li Er almost subconsciously used force with his hands as he twisted his beard.
The prince wants to increase his efforts?
What other serious crime can you accuse Hou Junji of?
"Your second biggest crime is Article 6, winning over the military and building up power."
Hou Junji gritted his teeth and said, "Prince, first you talked about private soldiers, and now you accuse me of cultivating power."
"The Tang Dynasty is strong and stable, why would I need private soldiers or build up power?"
"You are the crown prince, of high status, but I cannot allow you to frame and slander me like this. Your Majesty, all the officials are watching."
"You framed me with charges. Is that the kindness and generosity that a crown prince should have?"
Li Chengqian slowly typed a question mark to express his confusion.
You, Hou Junji, can suddenly speak?
Are you fighting back against me morally?
But I'm sorry, for a guy like you, it's wishful thinking to think that you can pull me to your level and defeat me.
If I don't respond to you, what will you do?
"The Tang soldiers have made great contributions and will be rewarded by the imperial court."
"You said that the soldiers all wanted glory, wealth, promotion and fortune. Tolerating them to rob the people's property and to enrich themselves is for the sake of military morale."
Li Chengqian sneered in his heart and said, "Can I understand it as..."
"My Tang Dynasty soldiers only care about money, glory and wealth, but no loyalty, no desire to defend the country?"
"As long as you have money, you can bribe the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty?"
"Today you offer money to buy off the army, and tomorrow someone with a higher price offers money to buy off the army, and then turns around and points their weapons at Your Majesty."
"Anyone who pays a lot of money."
"My soldiers from the Great Tang will follow him."
Bang!
Li Chengqian slapped the table, stared at Hou Junji, and asked sternly: "Hou Junji, tell me, is this true?"
Without giving Hou Junji a chance to answer, he continued: "There are only 800 people in Xuanwu Gate."
"How about eight thousand men, with all the power?"
"How about 80,000 men, splitting the land and becoming king?"
"In your eyes, Hou Junji, are our Tang soldiers just a bunch of greedy people who forget their principles when they see profit?"
(End of this chapter)