"Old prince, don't just play riddles. Why doesn't the emperor deal with He Zhen? Tell us!" Seeing that Xu Wenchuan ignored him at all, Hu Yue became more and more anxious and asked repeatedly.
Xu Wenchuan smiled and said, "Let Yao Ting tell you the reason."
This time, Wandong did not continue to play off the enemy. He gave Huyue, Wuyang, Tang Xinyi and others a bitter smile and said, "If the emperor doesn't deal with He Zhen, then He Zhen will be left to deal with us."
"What!?" When Wandong said these words, everyone in the audience was shocked. A group of children all had their eyes widened, filled with unconcealable shock.
Hu Yue shook his head like a rattle and said repeatedly, "Impossible! This is absolutely impossible! We who foiled Qiu Wanli's conspiracy deserved the most credit. When the dynasty was dismissed, didn't the emperor say that tomorrow we will be responsible for the defeat of Qiu Wanli's conspiracy?" We reward according to merit. How could he deal with us?"
The rest of the people also agreed and nodded in agreement.
Seeing this scene, Hu Yue couldn't help laughing and said, "No wonder Yaoting is not the eldest among you, but he can be the boss of all of you! You guys' combined vision and political wisdom can also Not as good as Yaoting."
"Dad, don't rush to praise others, please explain the reason behind this."
Hu Jingqi sighed softly and said, "Actually, we can't say that the emperor kept He just to deal with us. To be precise, it should be to be careful! Beware of our family being so dominant that we lose control and balance! This balancing technique has been used to rule since ancient times. The person who controls the situation is the ultimate resort. To put it into detail, it is understandable for the emperor to do this. "
Wandong nodded, took over the conversation, and said, "He Zhen's official position is not low, he is among the first rank in the dynasty. If the imperial master hadn't suppressed him, he would have become famous long ago. This time, He Zhen first chose the wrong side. He almost died without a burial place, but the emperor overcame all opinions and not only pardoned his sins, but also allowed him to continue to serve in his original position. This is such a favor. If He Zhen has any conscience, he can't help but be heartless. He Zhen killed Qiu Wanli again in order to protect himself. How could he let Qiu Wanli's cronies go? If He Zhen wants to gain a foothold, he must rely on the emperor's authority. From now on, He Zhen is the emperor's most trustworthy person. ”
"Then...it can't be said that the emperor did this just to deal with us." Hu Yue shook his head.
"Although the prince has a noble character and never forms cliques for personal gain, in the eyes of others, we people are **, and the emperor is no exception. After Qiu Wanli's death, looking at the court, we are the only ones. How can the emperor not be taboo? ? To support He Zhen who doesn’t deal with us, if not to be wary of us, what’s the purpose? This is a lice on the monk’s head, it’s obvious!”
Hu Jingqi couldn't help but give Hu Yue a hard slap, only hating that Hu Yue was always confused. As long as he can be as evil as Wandong, or even half as good as Wandong, he, as a father, can be completely relieved.
"The Emperor is not such a person, is he?" Tang Xinyi said quietly.
She has followed Bai Die since she was a child. Bai Zhenshan is like half a father to her. It is natural for her to have such doubts.
Xu Wenchuan sighed and said, "Maybe he wouldn't have done this before, but after being ill for three to five years and experiencing Qiu Wanli's betrayal, it's hard to say. Besides, this person is fickle in nature."
"Ah? How could it be like this? Isn't it so chilling?" Hu Yue said, shaking his head with a bored expression.
"There is nothing to be upset about. This has always been the case for kings and emperors since ancient times. As long as we are upright, upright, and aboveboard, if the emperor wants to be on guard, let him be on guard. What's the big deal?" Seeing everyone's expressions He became much more solemn, Wandong chuckled and waved his hand.
"You're a free and easy boy! But what you say makes sense, haha..." Guo Yi laughed.
"What Yaoting said is exactly what I want to say. Let's go! Go drink!"
Xu Wenchuan said this, but from his brows that were not completely relaxed, it was easy to see that he had not completely let go of his worries.
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Just as the heroes gathered in Dingshan Palace to celebrate their victory with a drink, Bai Zhenshan dismissed all the palace maids and eunuchs, leaving only Bai Die alone, speaking softly.
Holding Bai Zhenshan's hand tightly, Bai Die was unwilling to let go for a moment. It was as if Bai Zhenshan would disappear again as soon as he let go.
"Die'er, I have really suffered for you in the past few years. Don't worry, since God has shown mercy and allowed me to pass through the gate of hell, I will not leave easily again. My father will always be with you in the future!"
Bai Die only felt that the collapsed backing had stood up again. That warm sense of security made her whole mind feel relaxed, both inside and out. Bai Die has not experienced this feeling for several years and has almost forgotten it.
"Father, you must keep your word and don't lie to Die'er!"
At this time, Baidie had put down all her burdens and regained her carefree attitude. She looked even more charming and charming.
"Of course! When did dad lie to you?" Bai Zhenshan held Bai Die in his arms dotingly, comforted him for a moment, and said, "Die'er, dad has been ill for five years. A lot of things must have happened in the empire, right? Come on, right?" , tell dad slowly."
"Dad, this is a long time to say. Can your body support it?" Baidie asked worriedly.
Bai Zhenshan smiled and said, "Don't worry Die'er, dad's illness has completely recovered and he is fully able to hold on."
Hearing what Bai Zhenshan said, Bai Die felt relieved. After sorting out his thoughts, he listed the major events that had happened in the Qingyun Empire in the five years since Bai Zhenshan was ill, as well as the current situation and the situation faced by the Qingyun Empire.
Although Bai Die is young, he has a very good mind and eloquence. Although his words are detailed but not cumbersome, he can also take into account the key points and be clear and organized, which makes Bai Zhenshan quite satisfied.
How can you know that a blessing in disguise is a blessing in disguise? Bai Zhenshan has been ill for so many years, but Bai Die has grown up rapidly. Bai Zhenshan has no children and only has one daughter, Bai Die. The throne will definitely be passed to her in the future. Bai Zhenshan was very pleased that Bai Die could mature and grow up earlier.
But Bai Die is still a little girl after all. As she talks, she can't help but complain to Bai Zhenshan about her grievances. Especially when she talked about all the difficulties Qiu Wanli had made for her, she couldn't help but shed tears. Seeing this, Bai Zhenshan was greatly distressed. He just wished he could revive Qiu Wanli and kill him again!
"Die'er, I didn't expect that you would suffer so much grievance." Bai Zhenshan shook his head and said with a look of regret.
Baidie wiped her tears and said in a low voice, "Fortunately, King Dingshan, Yushi Hu and a group of loyal ministers help me in every possible way. Otherwise, I am afraid that I would have been assassinated by Qiu Wanli. Father, I will defeat Qiu Wanli this time." King Dingshan and Yushi Hu took the greatest credit for the rebellion, not to mention Xu Yaoting, who strategized and controlled the overall situation, completely defeated Qiu Wanli's conspiracy, and even cured your illness, which is huge. For your merits, you must reward me generously.”
When Bai Zhenshan heard this, he frowned, was silent for a long time, and asked with a smile, "Then Yidi'er only sees, how should I reward the ancestors and grandsons of the Xu family?"
"This..." Bai Zhenshan asked, but Bai Die was stopped.
It's easy to say that Wan Dong has no official or title at the moment, so he can reward him whatever he wants, but what about Xu Wenchuan? He has been enshrined as King of Dingshan, and his status is extremely high, almost as high as Bai Zhenshan. How to reward this? With another reward, wouldn't Xu Wenchuan be able to surpass Bai Zhenshan
As for gold, silver, wealth and silk, these are all vulgar things. First of all, Xu Wenchuan doesn't like them at all. Secondly, Bai Zhenshan can't get rid of such vulgar things.
Seeing Baidie frowning tightly and keeping silent for a long time, Bai Zhenshan suddenly asked calmly: "Do you think Qiu Wanli is more powerful or the Xu family is more powerful?"
"Qiu Wanli is good at maneuvering, but King Dingshan is very prestigious both inside and outside the court. The power of both sides is probably about the same... Wait! Father, why do you ask this? How can you compare Lord Dingshan with Qiu Wanli? ?”
Baidie didn't react at first, but when she did, her expression immediately changed, and she asked with surprise in her voice.
"Why not compare Xu Wenchuan and Qiu Wanli? You have to know that they are brothers who followed me on my expeditions to the east and west, made countless contributions, and even lived and died with me several times!"
"But... But that was before. Now Qiu Wanli is a traitor who seeks to usurp the throne, but King Dingshan is a loyal minister who helps the world. How can they be compared?"
Bai Zhenshan nodded lightly and murmured, "Yes, the days of fighting side by side and living and dying together are already in the past. But if we look back ten or twenty years later, isn't today the same as 'before'?" "
"Father, do you mean that one day in the future, the Xu family will rebel like Qiu Wanli? No, no, this is absolutely impossible, I don't believe it!" Bai Die kept shaking his head.
"When I woke up and heard Xu Yaoting talking about Qiu Wanli's rebellion, my behavior was exactly the same as yours. I also thought it was absolutely impossible! But what is the reality? Nothing in this world will not change, especially people's hearts. , most unreliable.”
"Then... what are your father going to do? Are you going to deal with the Xu family?" Bai Die asked nagging.
Bai Zhenshan laughed and said, "How can that be done? After all, the Xu family has not rebelled yet, and they have just made such great achievements. If we punish them instead of rewarding them, the civil and military officials will not accept it. Besides, the reason why I am telling you this is , It’s not to deal with the Xu family, it’s just to ask you to act more cautiously in the future and be more careful.”
"Beware? Then, father, you did not punish He Zhen, but continued to entrust him with important responsibilities. Could it be to be wary of the Xu family's actions?" Baidie suddenly woke up and looked at Bai Zhenshan in surprise and asked.
Bai Zhenshan smiled and nodded and said, "My Bai Zhenshan's daughter is really smart! What you said is absolutely right. Although He Zhen is a villain, he is of great use to you and my father. He will become our counterweight to the Xu family." , an indispensable chess piece!” (To be continued)