Chapter 237 Changes in Xuanwu Gate

[After the "Prince Rebellion Case", the battle between Prince Li Jiancheng and King Qin Li Shimin completely surfaced. 】

[In July 624 AD, the Turks Turli Khan and Jieli Khan led an army of Turks southward. 】

[Li Yuan wanted to move the capital, but Li Shimin dissuaded him. 】

[In August, Li Yuan sent Li Shimin and Li Yuanji to lead an army to resist the Turks. 】

[Wulongban, with Li Yuanji watching from the sidelines, Li Shimin met Tuli Khan alone at night. 】

[I don’t know what they said, but I know that in the end Li Shimin and Tuli formed a brotherly alliance. Jieli Khan suspected that Tuli and Li Shimin were secretly conspiring against him, and then asked Li Shimin for peace. 】

[The 300,000 Turkic army retreated without a fight, and Li Shimin's reputation rose to a higher level. 】

[But this time, his reputation completely overwhelmed Prince Li Jiancheng. 】

……

Period of Emperor Guangwu of Yanhan Dynasty

Subduing the enemy's army without fighting?
Liu Xiu thought of the time when he was the "Bronze Horse Emperor".

It is best if you can use no weapons.

"How do you think Li Shimin persuaded the Turks?"

Liu Zhuang on the side said without thinking

"It's nothing more than alienation."

Liu Xiu had a meal.

"So sure?"

Liu Zhuang smiled and said:

"Isn't that what those barbarians are like? They help each other but are dissatisfied with each other. Everyone wants to annex the other."

"As long as we find out what areas the two cannot deal with, the plan to separate them will be successful."

"And Li Shimin never fights an uncertain battle."

"He must have discovered the conflict between the two before he went into battle himself."

……

[Although Li Shimin has a high reputation, Prince Li Jiancheng is the crown prince after all. He suppressed Li Shimin on two levels. 】

[The first is to weaken the strength in Li Shimin's hands. 】

[Li Jiancheng bluntly stated many times in court meetings that since the founding of the Tang Dynasty, with the expansion of territory, the King of Qin gradually took military power in his hands. 】

[No matter what King Qin’s intentions are, for the sake of the stability of the country, the court should also take back military power. 】

[The second is to divide the power of Qin Wang’s faction. Including but not limited to wooing, cutting, etc., and making every effort to interrupt the contact between Li Shimin and his party members. 】

[On the first day of June in 626 AD, Taibai Jingtian. 】

……

On the canopy.

West side of the Imperial City·Hongyi Palace

Li Shimin lay on the bed with a gray face and blue lips.

Beside the bed, the white-haired Li Yuan held Li Shimin's hand with a sad expression on his face.

Looking at the frail Li Shimin, he held back his sigh to prevent the child from becoming even more sad.

"Aye reprimanded Dalang and Shiro and told them not to drink with you again."

Li Shimin said nothing and just nodded.

Li Yuan touched his head and smoothed away his messy hair.

His eyes were red and he said with a slightly nasal voice:
"From raising the army to pacifying the world, it's all your credit. Aye wanted to make you his heir before, but you refused, so he was granted the honor."

"Now that Jiancheng is older, he has been the crown prince for eight or nine years, and he has not committed any mistakes. How can I depose him?"

Li Yuan muttered while holding Li Shimin's hand.

"Now it seems that you brothers are no longer compatible with each other. If you are allowed to remain in Chang'an as before, there may be great disaster."

"Erlang, Aye remembered the story of King Xiao of Han and Liang Dynasties, and I will follow it now."

"Aren't you still in charge of Daxingtai of Shaanxi Province? Take your eldest grandson, Cheng Qian and his family to live in Luoyang."

"Aye, please build the banner of the emperor, so that everything east of Tongguan will be under your control."

"After I die, the world will be ruled by Dalang and you respectively. How about that?"

Li Shimin looked at Li Yuan blankly. Li Yuan did not shy away and his eyes were full of sincerity.

Tears suddenly welled up in Li Shimin's eyes. He turned sideways and held Li Yuan's hand. He covered his eyes with one hand and choked:
"Aye is getting old, and he really can't bear to stay away from his knees."

Li Yuan patted Li Shimin on the shoulder and said with a smile:
"The world is one family. Chang'an and Luoyang say whether they are close or far. If Aye misses you, he will go to your place as a guest. Don't worry."

Li Shimin just covered his face and sobbed.

……

[Prince Li Jiancheng and Qi King Li Yuanji had a night banquet with Li Shimin. 】

[Li Shimin suddenly felt heartache and vomited several liters of blood. King Li Shentong of Huai'an helped him return to the West Palace. 】

[Li Yuan came to the West Palace, inquired about the condition of the people, and ordered Li Jiancheng: "The King of Qin cannot drink wine or gather at night."]

[He also said to Li Shimin, "I see that your brothers are at odds with each other. If we are both in the capital, there will be resentment."]

[So Li Shimin was asked to "Have moved east from Shaanxi, and it is appropriate to take charge of it. I still order you to build the banner of the emperor, just like the story of King Xiao of Liang."]

……

Big man.

Liu Bang stood up and moved around.

This method depends on what angle you look at it.

From the emperor's point of view, it was outrageously stupid.

Don’t you know how much King Qin can beat you?

There are no two days in the sky, and there are no two masters in the country.

If they don't fight after you die, it will be considered a happy death for you.

And once the fight breaks out...

Who on the prince's side can stop King Qin?

But if King Qin really wants to usurp the throne, he will be a traitor.

At that time, it will return to the mistakes of the Northern and Southern Dynasties.

And from a father's perspective...

This is actually a family separation.

A sixty-year-old father was forced to do nothing by his two sons who were competing for the family property.

Separate the families... As for what will happen to you after death.

Nai Gong is dead! It’s none of this business!

It seems that having two excellent sons is not a good thing.

……

The period of Emperor Wen of the Han Dynasty
Liu Heng was stunned for a moment.

King Xiao of Han and Liang Dynasties?

Is it Wu'er or is there another Liang Wang behind the big man?
……

The period of Emperor Jing of the Han Dynasty
Liu Qi had a stinky face, and he suddenly understood Li Yuan's mentality.

As we approach old age, we begin to miss our family ties!
What did you do earlier?

……

The period of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty
Liu Che sneered.

Neither father nor son can save fuel.

The prince over there is sure to win, but he's crazy and drugging you? No, my brain is really not working well. What are you doing at this time?
The emperor here is thinking deeply. Doesn't he know what the fate of his uncle will be?
After leaving Chang'an, he will never be able to go back in his life!
Liu Che was just thinking about it when he suddenly had an idea!
"Chang He's Tombstone"!
Xuanwumen!
"Haha! Hahahaha!"

Liu Che suddenly burst out laughing!

Wei Zifu and Huo Qubing on the side were confused.

"Yeah!"

"What a great Qin King Li Shimin who used retreat to advance!"

Liu Che stood up and applauded.

"really!"

"Wait for the right moment! Kill with one strike!"

"I saw it right! I knew it!"

"Hahahaha!"

"You can't beat him!"

Huo Qubing looked at Wei Zifu.

Wei Zifu quietly pointed to his head, waved his hand, and then looked at Liu Che caringly.

……

Tang Dynasty and Emperor Gaozu's period
Li Yuan, who was already confused, became even more confused.

What happened during this period?
Erlang actually wanted to leave Chang'an despite being so cruel to him?

Is the prince really unable to tolerate King Qin?
Li Yuan slowly sat down.

My heart was in turmoil.

What else should I do?
...the Tang Dynasty.

Li Shimin looked at the sky with a calm face.

Was Aye telling the truth at that time?

may be……

Maybe he actually meant to do that at that moment.

I want to follow the example of King Zhao Wuling.

but……

He went back on his word again, completely ruining his future.

Aye, Erlang has never been one to sit back and wait for death.

……

[Li Shimin agreed to leave and started preparing his luggage the next day. 】

[However, Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji disagreed. 】

[They think that Li Shimin’s return to Luoyang will mean that he will be able to fly to the blue sky and fish to the sea, and he will no longer be restrained? 】

[It’s not as easy as monitoring in Chang’an. 】

[Under the instructions of Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji, countless officials reported secretly, saying that King Qin's left and right officials were overjoyed when they heard that they were going to Luoyang, and they might not come back again. 】

[Li Jiancheng then asked Pei Ji to tell Li Yuan the pros and cons of the two men crossing the mountain to rule, and finally persuaded Li Yuan. 】

[Li Shimin's trip to Luoyang ended without any success, so he had to stay in Chang'an. 】

……

On the canopy.

Changan.

Chang'an, located in the sunset, looks extremely quiet and peaceful.

"Da da da!"

There was a crisp sound of horse hooves.

The screen slowly advances to the north gate of the imperial city.

Two figures rode horses one behind the other on the corridor.

……

[On the third day of June in 626 AD, Taibai passed through the sky again. 】

[Taishi Ling Fu Yi, who was in charge of astronomy, reported the matter to Li Yuan. It probably meant that the appearance of the Taibai Star on the border of Qin was a sign that the King of Qin would conquer the world. 】

[After Li Yuan received the secret report, he asked his bodyguard to transfer the secret report to Li Shimin. 】

[Li Shimin entered the palace and did not refute the matter. He only complained to Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji about their filthy behavior in the harem. 】

[Li Yuan heard this and decided to put the matter on hold for tomorrow, and ordered a trial the next day whether Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji had an affair in the harem. 】

……

On the canopy.

Hongyi Palace.

The generals were all in high spirits and ready to go, and the bachelors who fought without armor also looked bright and ready.

"Is Chang He okay?"

After fastening his armor belt, Li Shimin finally confirmed.

"Everything is fine."

"it is good."

Li Shimin turned to look at Yuchi Jingde and said:
“Remember, play it safe.”

"Don't worry, King Qin. I will guarantee the saint's safety with my life."

"it is good."

Yuchi Jingde sang "Nai", exited the house and ran towards the courtyard.

The brave men of the Qin Palace gathered here, waiting for the order to set off.

Suddenly, a slender figure appeared in front of the soldiers.

"Madam Changsun, why are you here?"

Changsun nodded and saluted the brave men with crossed arms:

"The king of Qin is my husband, and I have seen all the generals fight and bleed for him."

"I hope that after this battle, everyone can return safely and bring peace to the world."

After Changsun finished speaking, he bowed again.

The soldiers only sang "Nai" and turned to the road.

The scene changes.

Li Shimin saw two figures in the distance at Xuanwu Gate.

The three of them met each other.

When the other two saw Li Shimin in military uniform, they quickly turned their horses' heads.

Li Shimin looked at the two of them calmly.

Bend the bow and nock the arrow.

……

Tang Dynasty and Emperor Gaozu's period
Li Yuan stood up tremblingly and murmured.

"No, no, Erlang!"

"Erlang!"

"That's your big brother!"

"Erlang! Stop it!"

Tears couldn't stop flowing out, and Li Yuan waved to the sky like a madman.

"Erlang! The crown prince's position is yours! It's yours! Let your eldest brother go!"

"Erlang!"

Li Yuan screamed sadly, but Li Shimin in the sky had already aimed, filled up, and shot out.

Li Jiancheng fell heavily from his horse to the ground!
"Da Lang! My son!"

Li Yuan collapsed to the ground and couldn't help crying loudly.

However, the scene on the sky screen continued.

……

Seeing Li Jiancheng being shot off his horse, Li Yuanji shouted loudly, and the horse under Li Shimin was startled and ran into the woods.

Li Shimin had no time to stabilize his body and was caught by a branch and fell to the ground.

"King Qin!"

Yuchi Jingde and seventy cavalry arrived one after another, and immediately drew their bows and shot Li Yuanji off his horse.

However, Li Yuanji seemed not to feel the arrow stuck in his body.

He rushed towards Li Shimin like a beast!

"Li Shimin! You learn from Yang Guang! You learn from Yang Guang! I will strangle you to death!"

He jumped in front of Li Shimin, took advantage of his breath to grab the bow and arrow, turned it around and strangled it around Li Shimin's neck.

Li Yuanji blushed and said angrily:
"Want to be Yang Guang? Die like Yang Guang!"

"Like Yang Guang..."

Before he finished speaking, his hands were unable to let go.

"Pfft."

Li Yuanji fell to the ground, eyes wide open, staring at Li Shimin.

And on his vest, an arrow was trembling.

Then, Yuchi Jingde quickly stepped forward and pointed the knife at Li Yuanji's neck!
……

"Shiro!...Dalang!!"

Li Yuan cried out sadly, and then he saw clearly another head in Yuchi Jingde's hand, and he fainted immediately.

……

[On the fourth day of June in 626 AD, Li Shimin ambushed his troops near the Xuanwu Gate in Chang'an Palace City, and when Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji entered the court, he shot them dead. This is known in history as the "Xuanwu Gate Incident." 】

[Historical records state that Li Yuan was boating in the sea pool at that time. When he saw Yuchi Jingde coming in in military uniform, he was shocked and asked: "Who is causing trouble today?"]

[Yu Chi Jingde said: The prince and the king of Qi rebelled and were killed by the king of Qin. The king of Qin was worried that your majesty would be frightened, so he sent ministers to protect your majesty. ”]

[At that time, Pei Ji, Chen Shuda, Xiao Yu and others were waiting around. Li Yuan asked: "How are things going today?"]

[Xiao Yu and Chen Shuda had no excuse for Prince Qi not participating in the uprising, so they persuaded them to hand over state affairs to Li Shimin in exchange for peace of mind. 】

[Li Yuan agreed and issued an edict that "all armies shall be punished by the King of Qin". 】

[During this period, Li Shimin carried out an eradication campaign, and the ten sons of Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji were beheaded. 】

[On the seventh day of the sixth lunar month, Li Yuan established Li Shimin as the crown prince and issued an edict: "From now on, military aircraft, military battles, and common government affairs, no matter how big or small, will be entrusted to the crown prince to make a decision, and then he will hear the report."]

[On the eighth day of August, Li Yuan officially ceded his throne to Li Shimin, abdicated and became the Supreme Emperor. 】

 Li Yuan will definitely not be captured so easily.

  But what the real situation was at that time is unknown.

  
 
(End of this chapter)

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