bastard seizes tang

Chapter 544

"A transaction, a transaction related to the lives of the masters and the ownership of the country."

Empress Changsun's words fell into Li Ke's ears, and Li Ke's heart shook for no reason. He didn't know what Empress Changsun was referring to, but he vaguely guessed what Empress Changsun meant.

Empress Changsun felt that she was about to die, which was paving the way for the final preparations for the princes.

But Li Ke didn't dare to believe what Empress Changsun said. Li Ke glanced at the environment in the palace and said to Empress Changsun: "My son is just a prince, so what right do you have to negotiate a deal with your mother?"

Li Ke's careful little actions fell into the eyes of Empress Changsun, and Empress Changsun joked: "Brother said you are a little fox, it's true, you act so cunningly and cautiously. You just need to rest assured that there are only you and me in this hall. No one else, today's words can come out of your mouth and into your ears, and no third person will know."

Since Empress Changsun has already said this, if Li Ke refuses to know, then he would be too cowardly.

Li Ke raised his head and looked around the main hall. The hall was empty everywhere, and he could see to the end at a glance, and there was no one else, so Li Ke asked cautiously: "I don't know what the queen mother means by the transaction?"

Empress Changsun said: "Others may not know your ambition, but I know it well. You asked for a pledge as a young man and went north to Mobei for four years. At that time, I knew that you must be different from ordinary princes. You look at the East Palace or Taiji Palace. I'm afraid it will be a few days for the dragon chair."

Empress Changsun is a smart person, and Li Ke is also a smart person. When a smart person talks to a smart person, there is no need to pretend to be stupid, not to mention that there is no one else here. Empress Changsun would not admit it.

Li Ke said: "The queen mother is very intelligent, with unique eyesight, and she can never make mistakes in judging people."

Li Ke did not deny what Empress Changsun said, and the implication was that he recognized what Empress Changsun said.

Empress Changsun continued: "You went out of the fortress as a hostage when you were young, and after four years, you returned to the court with your outstanding achievements. After that, you controlled the waters in Huainan, trained troops in the east of the river, and made countless achievements in the northern expedition of the desert. In terms of talent and reputation, you are the crown of princes. , even the crown prince has been suppressed by you, and it is no exaggeration to call him the country's elite and the royal family's leader."

Li Ke listened to what Empress Changsun said, and said with a smile: "The queen mother will not come here just to compliment her ministers, right?"

Empress Changsun shook her head and said: "Of course not, I haven't had so much free time yet, I just want to tell you that although you have made great achievements in the world, you can even be ranked first in the clan, and you are favored by His Majesty. You are not weak to the prince, but It is still more difficult to enter the East Palace, because you are a concubine. You are not a descendant, no matter how much credit you have, it is still not worth the word 'concubine'."

Empress Changsun's words were to the point, and the blow to Li Ke was not insignificant.The prince has the support of his eldest grandson's family, he is very powerful in the court, and he is favored by Li Shimin. Although these are the status quo and facts, they are not static. All this is not impossible.

But the only thing that makes Li Ke feel difficult and powerless is the difference between his concubine and his concubine. This is why Li Ke has been willing to take risks again and again in pursuit of meritorious deeds. Make up for your own deficiencies, but this is not easy.

Li Ke was not at all excited by the words of Empress Changsun. He had already seen these things clearly when he decided to take this path. No matter who said it from, he could take it calmly.

Li Ke said flatly: "Do your best, follow the destiny, that's all."

If it is said that Li Ke's mood suddenly fluctuated because of the words of Empress Changsun, it proves that Li Ke is a little short of the city, and Empress Changsun will despise him twice, but when Empress Changsun's words fell into Li Ke's ears, Li Ke's expression was different. The waves were calm, and the voice was as calm as water, not much different from before, but Empress Changsun became more and more determined in her mind.

Empress Changsun said: "You are so young, why believe in fate, as long as you are willing, the bastard can also become the first son."

Li Ke listened to Empress Changsun's words. Although he didn't know what Empress Changsun meant, Li Ke's heartbeat still accelerated unconsciously. The difference between concubine and concubine was the biggest obstacle for Li Ke to enter the East Palace. If this problem is solved, then It is much easier for Li Ke to win the reserve.

Li Ke asked: "The empress mother is the birth mother of the prince. Why do you talk about this with your ministers?"

Empress Changsun is the birth mother of Prince Li Chengqian, so she naturally stood with Li Chengqian. Doesn't her statement contradict her position?

Empress Changsun said: "The crown prince has disappointed me so much, I'm afraid it won't be possible to become a great weapon. If he ascends the throne, it will be a disaster for the Tang Dynasty. If he cannot ascend the throne, it will be a disaster for him. I'm right. "

Although Li Chengqian was only nineteen years old, he already looked fatuous. If he became emperor in the future, he might be another Sui Yang Emperor, which would be a disaster for the Tang Dynasty.But if he does not become the emperor, it is rare for him to end well. After all, there are a few who have stepped down from the position of prince who can end well.

Li Ke said: "The prince is young and energetic, and he often acts inappropriately. This is well known both inside and outside the court."

Empress Changsun said: "Because of this, I want to give you a chance. Just as your Majesty said, you are brave and decisive, with both civil and military skills. If you have the opportunity to become emperor in the future, it will be your own luck, and perhaps it will also be the Tang Dynasty's. Fortunately."

Li Kedao: "The empress mother said it simply, the difference between the son and the concubine is a world of difference, and it is not easy to overcome this hurdle."

Empress Changsun said: "If it was not possible in the past, but it is possible now, my time is approaching, I can make a last wish, just say that I love you very much, and I want to entrust you with the affairs of the future, please Your Majesty and Zongzheng Temple to grant you As my mother and child, I give you the name of the first son, and it is justifiable to attend the funeral for me."

Empress Changsun is the most favored by Li Shimin, and all officials in the court are widely favored. If Empress Changsun asks to accept Li Ke as her son-in-law before she dies, neither Li Shimin nor Baiguan will object explicitly. It is huge, and it can even be said to be sure.

This is Li Ke's unique opportunity, once in a thousand years, Li Ke heard the words, how could he not be tempted.

Empress Changsun saw that Li Ke seemed to be moved, so she went on to say: "In the future, your relationship with the noble concubine will remain the same, you will still be mother and son, but you will have the status of an extra son, how about it?"

It is impossible for Li Ke not to be indifferent to what Empress Changsun said, but Li Ke did not dare to take it lightly. After all, what he is facing now is not someone else, but Empress Changsun who has a clever mind and balances the inside and outside of the court as easily as raising a hand , Her thoughts and methods are not ordinary.

Li Ke asked bluntly: "What's the price? The empress mother hastily offered her kindness, and my son and minister dare not take it lightly. It's better for the empress mother to say everything."

Empress Changsun said: "The crown prince is incompetent, so it's hard to take on a big job; the king of Wei is hot outside and cold inside, and his nature is cold; the king of Jin is young and still a child; Changle and Jinyang are all women, so it's inconvenient. I'm worried about my death." Afterwards, the lives of the sons and daughters will not be guaranteed, I want you to promise that if you are able to ascend the throne in the future, you will be merciful to them and not hurt their lives."

Li Ke was stunned when he heard this, he didn't expect that Empress Changsun said these words to him for this reason.

Empress Changsun has spent her whole life worrying about Tang, Li Shimin, and other scholars. Even when the fuel is exhausted, she is still thinking about the safety of her children.

Li Kedao: "The queen mother licks the calf with deep affection, and the children and ministers feel deeply in their hearts."

Empress Changsun took Li Ke's hand and said: "I am clear about your means and the city. The crown prince and the king of Wei are not your opponents, let alone the king of Jin who is young. This country and the throne can be given to you, but you Make sure to save the lives of my children."

Li Ke looked at the Empress Changsun in front of him, and couldn't help but feel a little sad. The Empress Changsun, who was famous all over the world, was no different from an ordinary mother at the last moment of her life, and all she cared about was her children's. It's just peace.

Li Ke looked at Empress Changsun's weak appearance, not only couldn't bear it in his heart, but also couldn't resist the temptation of Empress Changsun's promise, Li Ke said, "Okay, I promise you."

(End of this chapter)