Tiantang Splendid

Chapter 3402 There is a jackal in the heart
Changsun Wuji's eyelids twitched, he greeted the eighteen generations of Yuan Gai Suwen's ancestors in his heart, but he didn't show anything on his face, and said calmly, "Perhaps, the dog was buried in the rebellion that day?"

This explanation is simply pale, since Yuan Gai Suwen has always been in control of Chang Sun Chong's every move, and has laid down heavy troops at the Seven Star Gate in advance, how can he allow Chang Sun Chong to die in the chaos?Whether it is used to boost morale, or to save one's life for another purpose, it will be of great use, and it will definitely not kill it in the chaos.

However, Li Ji nodded without the slightest doubt, and sighed: "It must be so. Although your son failed to complete the feat of opening the Seven Star Gate, but throwing his head and blood for the victory of the empire is considered loyal to the country. Above the history When there are deeds for future generations to look up to, Zhao Guogong mourns and changes."

Changsun Wuji was silent, looking at Li Ji with flickering eyes, he felt something was wrong.

The two chatted for a while, and exchanged some opinions on the current occupation.Although Li Ji took on the important task of commanding the army to attack the city, he was not an arbitrary person, and he could listen to opinions.

It's just that he himself is one of the few remaining famous generals in the empire. He uses troops like a god and strategy like a sea. If even he can't successfully capture Ping Rang City, what opinion can Changsun Wuji come up with?

As we all know, Changsun Wuji is better at strategic planning, he is not as good as Li Jing, Li Ji, and Li Xiaogong in arranging troops, and his internal affairs are not as good as Du Ruhui and Fang Xuanling...

When Li Ji left, Changsun Wuji sat there alone, his eyes gloomy and flickering.

Li Jizhi's words and deeds today are extremely unusual. During this period, all kinds of temptations, repulsions, and guards that seemed to exist made Changsun Wuji feel a serious crisis.

Especially when the topic suddenly jumped to Chang Sun Chong, it was even more surprising.

Could it be that there is still Li Ji's secret work in Pingrang City, and he heard the news about Changsun Chong from Damo Lizhi Mansion, knowing that Changsun Chong has left Pingrang City safely and returned to Chang'an?

If you think about it carefully, it doesn't look like it.

If Li Ji really knew about Changsun Chong, the first thing to do was to inform the East Palace, to prevent Changsun Chong from returning to Guanzhong to plan a mutiny, but he should not test it in front of himself, otherwise would it be a warning?
Changsun Wuji prided himself on his superior strategy, but he never dared to underestimate Li Ji's fighting wisdom.

This person usually seems to be low-key, and he seems to have no desires. Even if he sits in the position of the head of the prime minister, His Majesty Li Er ordered him to take it, which is a bit reluctant, but if anyone really believes Li Ji from the surface It is "a gentleman who upholds integrity, and the wind shines like the moon", then it is a big mistake.

In terms of insidiousness, Du Ruhui and Fang Xuanling are far inferior to Li Ji...

Smart people do things with deep meaning in every word and action, and never have meaningless words and deeds. If you think that Li Ji's words are just unintentional, then catastrophe is bound to happen.

But what does this guy mean?
Is it a test, or a warning?
Changsun Wuji was not sure.

The current situation does not allow him to guess. If he guesses wrong, the consequences will be unbearable for him, the grandson's family behind him, and even the entire Guanlong clan.

The safest way is to speed up your own planning, as long as the big things are done as soon as possible, then Li Ji's intentions are irrelevant.

It's just that if I want to take this step, it is more than a thousand difficulties?
Morality, emotions, pros and cons, risks... all kinds of factors are so intertwined that it is difficult for anyone to make a decisive decision.You need to know that if you take this step, there will be no room for recovery, and you will have to go all the way to the dark...

However, the current situation is such that he is pushed step by step to the current situation, what choice does he have?

……

Li Ji walked out from the side tent, stopped outside the tent door, and looked up at the gloomy sky. Snowflakes like goose feathers were flying all over the sky, and the cold air pierced his bones.

The mood is heavier than the weather.

Changsun Wuji understands his temperament, and knows that his every word and deed has intentions, but how could he not understand Changsun Wuji's temperament?Just looking at Changsun Wuji's indiscriminate talk about other things, one knows that Changsun Chong's life and death must have other secrets.

And it's not hard to guess, based on the crimes committed by Chang Sun Chong, even if Yuan Gai Suwen killed him a hundred times, there would be enough reasons, and there was absolutely no reason for him to survive.And if Changsun Chong can survive, then there is only one reason, that is, Changsun Chong has completely surrendered to Yuangai Suwen, and traded some secrets of the Tang army for a chance to survive, betraying the country for survival.

Of course, there may be another reason, but Li Ji didn't even dare to think about it, because the consequences were too serious, enough to lead to the collapse of the empire and the overthrow of the country...

But even if he didn't think about it, wouldn't things happen?

With a heavy heart, Li Ji let out a long sigh, turned around and walked back to the central army tent.

*****
late at night.

When Zhu Suiliang came to Changsun Wuji's camp, he saw several boxes and cages in the dark tent, and the servants were putting clothes into the boxes, while Changsun Wuji was sitting on a chair beside him drinking tea. When he came in, he waved his hand and signaled him to come forward and take a seat.

After Zhu Suiliang bowed to salute, he took a few steps forward and sat down under Changsun Wuji, only then saw that Changsun Wuji had changed into a black tights, with a neat bun and a pair of deerskin cotton boots on his feet. A pair of clothes for a long journey.

My heart couldn't help but tighten up, and the expression on my face was a little frightened...

Changsun Wuji watched his words and expressions, and smiled: "Why, Deng Shan is scared?"

Zhu Suiliang pursed his lips, his face stiffened.

"Ha ha,"

Changsun Wuji chuckled, put down his teacup, and said softly: "I have already discussed Dengshan's future situation and the pros and cons of the future many times, so I won't repeat them. A man stands between heaven and earth, and he should pursue power in order to show his ability. , The history is well-known. Hesitating when things happen, without the courage to break the boat, how can he break through the situation, control the situation in the palm of his hand, and create a storm with one hand? When things come to an end, if you still don’t make up your mind, it will be ruined event."

Zhu Suiliang tried to force a smile to show that he still had a bit of courage, but in the end, the corner of his mouth twitched and his face was a little distorted...

Rubbing his face vigorously, he sighed dejectedly and said: "In the past, I was very envious of Duke Zhao and those nobles in the Zhenguan Dynasty. I always thought that you were only able to make great achievements at the right time, and the times made heroes. How dissatisfied. However, until today, I realized that doing things is not difficult, what is difficult is the moment when you make up your mind before doing things."

Changsun Wuji was silent for a moment, sighed softly, and said, "Why did I ever want to take this step? It's just that we rely on the power of the family to get to where we are today. Then there will be no redemption. People live forever, and they can't help themselves..."

Zhu Suiliang remained silent.

Changsun Wuji glanced at him indifferently, and waved to the old servant standing behind him. The old servant stepped forward and put a three-inch square brocade box on the tea table in front of Zhu Suiliang.

However, Zhu Suiliang seemed to tremble the moment the brocade box was placed on the coffee table, his pale face was pale and his lips were trembling slightly...

Changsun Wuji was disdainful from the bottom of his heart.

Before, Fang Jun had two comments on Li Yuanjing, the king of Jing, saying that he was "severe and cowardly, scheming without decision, he cherishes his life when he does great things, and forgets his life when he sees small gains", but Zhu Suiliang in front of him is Li Yuanjing. It's not as good as it is, the benefits are at present, but he is reluctant to risk his life.

If you want something in return, you have to pay first. You can’t be both risk-averse and desperate, and a huge pie can fall from the sky directly on your head, right?

Up to now, he didn't want to say more, because he knew that Zhu Suiliang had no choice.

"After three o'clock tonight, I will leave the barracks and return to Chang'an to preside over major events. I will ask Dengshan for the matter here. The current situation is very unfavorable for you and me. Whether we can turn defeat into victory, or even go further, depends on Dengshan. Make a choice. You and I have a relationship, if you think this is inappropriate, then report it, and I will die without regret.”

After Changsun Wuji finished speaking, he picked up a teacup to see off the guests.

Zhu Suiliang's lips twitched a few times, but he couldn't say something after all, his eyes fell on the brocade box in front of him.

After a long time, he stretched out his trembling hands, picked up the brocade box, and walked out step by step.

When Zhu Suiliang's figure disappeared outside the door, Changsun Wuji put down his teacup and let out a breath.Don't look at what he said just now, but in fact he was very nervous. After all, what he asked Zhu Suiliang to do could be said to have pierced the sky. , then everything will stop...

(End of this chapter)