manynovel Chapter 1931 Everything is going smoothly
Chapter 1931 Everything is going smoothly
As the saying goes, when a scholar meets a soldier, you can't explain how to be polite.
Since ancient times, whether it is literati or politicians in the court, what they fear most is encountering people who do not abide by the rules and do whatever it takes to achieve their goals.
These politicians were not afraid of Qin Shi Huang, but they were all afraid of Zhao Gao.
In ancient times, order was maintained by rites and laws, which were simply morality and law. The emperor was the leader of his subjects, and the father was the leader of his sons.
No matter what conspiracy or intrigue, it is all based on etiquette and law, including frame-up and slander.
People who don't follow the rules will directly disrupt this order, which is tantamount to undermining the legitimacy of politicians.
Officials may lose their reputation if they don't follow the rules.
This is exactly what Li Chengqian said.
Although Li Shen has no power, he is not swayed by power and stays out of it, just like Sun Wukong.
He is out of the Three Realms and not within the Five Elements. He can do whatever he wants. As long as he has the emperor's protection, he can do whatever he wants.
This is the most frightening part.
Changsun Wuji was persuaded by Empress Changsun and also took this into consideration.
His second son, Changsun Huan, was nearly killed by Li Shen, and is still deeply involved in it.
If it weren't for him, he might have been charged with treason and his property would have been confiscated and beheaded.
If he died one day, would Li Shen take crazy revenge on his sons?
By that time, Empress Changsun will not be there, and he will not be there either. Who can stop Li Shen?
Li Shen didn't expect Li Chengqian to speak so directly.
"Brother, I am a decent man, how could I do such a shameful thing? As the saying goes, misfortune should not affect one's family.
Even if the Duke of Zhao has some grudge against me, I will not touch his family."
Li Shen felt insulted. Is he that kind of person?
"Really?" Li Chengqian looked disdainful. "What about Chang Sun Huan?"
"This.....it was just an accident. Chang Sun Huan was deceived. It has nothing to do with me."
Li Shen immediately denied the fact, since no one had any evidence against him anyway.
"Accident? Even Duke Zhao guessed that it was you who did it, otherwise how could you find evidence and catch him red-handed?"
Li Chengqian curled his lips. All the civil and military officials in the court knew that Li Shen was the one who did it, and the only thing missing was for everyone in the world to know about it.
Li Shen is still pretending to be stupid here.
Changsun Wuji guessed at that time that it was Li Shen who did it, otherwise why would he go against him like this.
"Brother, it was just an accident, and wasn't it all for the sake of our Li Tang dynasty?" Li Shen tried to argue.
"Alright, I won't argue with you about this. Since Duke Zhao has already surrendered, I hope you won't cause him any more trouble.
At this time, I hope the court can be stable and secure."
Li Chengqian looked at Li Shen, wanting to get the answer he wanted from Li Shen.
Li Shen smiled slightly and nodded in agreement.
"Don't worry, big brother. Duke Zhao is a pillar of the country. I won't bother with him. As long as he doesn't provoke me again, I can promise that I will never frame him."
Li Shen understood why Li Chengqian was like this. The old to the new was about to take over, and the most important thing at this time was the stability of the court.
Li Chengqian also didn't want any mistakes to happen when he ascended the throne.
Li Shen was the uncertain factor, the destabilizing factor that even Li Shimin could not deal with.
"Just remember what I said today. Also, let Chi Nu handle the Liu family's affairs, and don't interfere anymore.
This time, Zhinu handled the Liu family's case, which had a great impact on Zhinu. The Liu family would probably have a rift with him, so you have achieved what you wished for.
He was beaten and scolded, and he suffered a great loss this time.
But don’t do this again in the future. Tell me if there is anything happening in advance. Your sudden action caught me off guard and put me in a passive position.
Do you know?
Li Chengqian brought the topic back to the Liu family case. Li Shen, however, didn't take it seriously, thinking to himself that Li Chengqian was the same as Li Shimin, and was still very tolerant towards Li Zhi.
"Don't worry, big brother. When I seek justice again, I will let you know in advance. It will be up to you to decide whether to punish or let him go. What do you think?"
There was clearly a hint of other meaning in Li Shen's words. Li Chengqian knew that Li Shen felt that he was not wrong to expose the Liu family's affairs.
But Li Chengqian was not talking about his exposure and impeachment of the Liu family:
"Tenth brother, I know that you are dealing with the Liu family because of the matter in Xizhou. I don't mind it. If you want to investigate.
I can also give you a position of Inspector General, allowing you to inspect officials in two thousand states and counties in the Tang Dynasty.
I also hope that all court officials can be honest and upright.
If you find out, I will punish you severely."
Li Chengqian explained to Li Shen patiently.
“Brother, you don’t need to say anything. I know you are talking about me pushing this matter onto Brother Nine.
I was indeed a little too deliberate in this matter, I will correct it next time." Li Shen interrupted Li Chengqian.
In Li Shen's mind, he would talk about it next time. He should admit his mistake first. Li Chengqian would be the emperor in the future and he would still need him to protect him. There was no need to confront the emperor, unless he was crazy.
Li Chengqian saw Li Shen's attitude and knew that it was useless for him to say anything. The conflict between Li Shen and Li Zhi could now be said to be a mortal feud.
Li Zhi killed many of Li Shen's people, and Li Shen was not a good person either, and he also killed many of Li Zhi's people.
After many confrontations, Li Shen still had the upper hand and Li Zhi did not gain any advantage at all.
Li Chengqian had thought it through. After he succeeded to the throne, he would find a way to transfer Li Zhi out of the capital, whether to his fiefdom or to the border, the farther the better.
As for the two enemies fighting each other, he was not like their father who played both sides. Compared with Li Shen, although Li Zhi was a brother, he really didn't have much good feelings for him.
"Okay, we have finished discussing this. Tomorrow I will have the three ministries issue an order, ordering you to be responsible for compiling the medical book and to issue a court report to be circulated in all prefectures and counties.
As for your request to borrow soldiers, I will make arrangements in advance, and when you are ready to go out, I will protect your property for you."
Li Chengqian didn't want to dwell on these things anymore. He felt so tired talking to Li Shen.
"Thank you, big brother. If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave now." Li Shen also heard that Li Chengqian was ordering him to leave. He thought to himself, I don't want to stay here with you anymore.
"By the way, I just said that I would let you be the inspector to inspect various states and counties..." Li Chengqian suddenly thought of this and asked hurriedly.
"Oh, my head hurts, and my butt hurts, maybe the caning that day damaged my brain.
Ouch, I can’t take it anymore, it’s okay, I’ll go back to recuperate, ouch, ouch.”
Li Shen pressed his head with one hand and covered his butt with the other, then turned around and ran out of the hall. Before Li Chengqian could react, Li Shen disappeared without a trace.
Its speed is comparable to that of a Ferghana horse.
(I didn’t update yesterday, not because of something.
If I tell you the reason, people will definitely say that I am faking illness, but I still have to say sorry, I am really sick.
If I tell you that I have hemorrhoids, you definitely won’t believe me.
It hurts so much that I can't sit. Now when I update, I sit on one half of my buttocks for half an hour, then switch to the other half.
Friends who have had similar experiences have come out to tell them how painful it is. Don’t drink alcohol anymore.)