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Chapter 176 Conspiring to Capture the Commander’s Seal (1)

It is true that it is not appropriate to use swords in a catastrophe year. Li Xian is not clear about this truth, but Li Xian is more aware that if Tubo is not given a head-on blow at this time, it will take dozens of times more to clean up the mess in the future The price, moreover, Li Xian also has his own selfishness, that is to take this opportunity to extend his tentacles into the army, he doesn't want to control much military power, but he wants to earn some capital, so that he can be more powerful in the army. Establish prestige and lay the groundwork for future plans. Therefore, whether it is public or private, this battle must be fought, not only to be fought, but also to be won!

"Xian'er, I'm very relieved that you have this heart for the country, but in the current situation... Sigh, even if Father wants to send troops, I'm afraid he won't be able to do it."

Although everyone was silent, everyone's faces showed disapproval, but the matter was important, and they were facing Li Xian, who was famous for his eloquence, so they didn't want to speak out indiscriminately against Gao Zong before he spoke. Silence became the unanimous choice of all the ministers. At the end, Gaozong couldn't help it anymore, he sighed, and said with regret.

"Father Huang Mingjian, my son thinks that our army is in a difficult situation, but the bandit army is even more difficult. If not, the Tubo children will not rush to sign a peace treaty with me when they are victorious. From this, it can be seen that the loss is definitely not our army. Moreover, this war took place within its borders, and its national power would suffer a huge loss if the war spread. Furthermore, when the war started, it happened to coincide with the breeding season of cattle and sheep. Without people to take care of it, the loss of its livestock was enormous. Small, and this is the time when the cattle and sheep are preparing for the winter, and they must be taken care of carefully. If the war resumes, the thieves will have a hard time this winter, and this is the reason why we have to fight!" Although Gaozong has already stated that he has no intention of fighting , but Li Xian refused to give up, and impassionedly remonstrated.

"This……"

Although Gaozong was cowardly, he was never ambiguous when it came to using troops abroad. This point has imitated Taizong's style. A few years ago, if he hadn't been physically weak, he originally planned to conquer Goguryeo himself. Now when he heard Li Xian say It made sense, and I couldn't help but feel a little moved, but when I thought of the disaster in front of me, the enthusiasm that had just been ignited quickly faded away, frowning, hesitating and daring not to make up my mind.

"Father, time is not waiting for me. If the Tubo thieves are allowed to survive this winter, it will be difficult for my Tang Dynasty to take back the four towns of Anxi. Once the Western Regions fall and the trade routes will be cut off, my Tang Dynasty's annual income will drop sharply, which is second. Hehe The prestige may also be burdened, this sincerity cannot be ignored, and the child thinks that there is no need to send out a large army for this battle, and a single brigade is enough to defeat the enemy. Although my son is not talented, he has practiced martial arts for many years, and he thinks he can still win the battle , I would like to serve my father on the battlefield, and I implore my father for permission!" Li Xian's ability to read words and expressions was extraordinary, and he could tell Gaozong was tempted just by looking at Gaozong's face, so he added a put on fire.

"Your Majesty, this matter is so important that it cannot be ignored. It is better to discuss it later."

Gao Zong was moved by Li Xian's impassionedness, and he really wanted to help Li Xian, but before he could say it, Empress Wu suddenly interjected, and immediately snapped back what Gao Zong had said. It went in the stomach.

"What Mei Niang said is reasonable, so let's discuss this matter here first. All the ministers will talk about this matter later, and I have to think carefully about it." Gaozong never had much resistance to Empress Wu's suggestions. In addition, deep down in his heart, he was quite worried about the prospect of this battle, so he muttered and left a sentence, stood up, turned around and walked towards the apse.

Damn old thief, you will die if you don't talk too much!Li Xian was very annoyed at Empress Wu's meddling, but seeing that Gaozong had left, he had no choice but to exchange pleasantries with Hao Chujun and others, and some of them went out of the palace and went back to the mansion in resentment... ... The matter could not be settled in one go, Li Xian couldn't help but feel a little bit disappointed, but it was far from the point of frustration. After all, Gaozong didn't make a final decision, and things still had a lot to do, at least in Li Xian's opinion. That's the case, of course, Li Xian is also very clear that it is not an easy task for him to successfully get the commanding seal of the expedition. Before the final decision is made, there are countless tasks to be done. The most important thing is to persuade Jiang Ke is a man.

Jiang Ke is not an ordinary person. His ancestor was the famous Shu general Jiang Wei during the Three Kingdoms period. His family has been a general for generations. The high position of General Wei can be described as a family of generals. He himself has served in the Hexi Corridor for a long time. He has fought countless battles in his life and made great achievements. The first one, although he seldom interfered in the government due to his unstable foothold, Emperor Gaozong favored him very much, but he never rejected it when he made suggestions. If Jiang Ke can agree to send troops, the possibility of persuading Emperor Gaozong will be greatly increased. Li Xian has enough confidence in this, because Li Xian knows very well that Jiang Ke is decisive and brave, and he is not a person who is greedy for life and afraid of death. Empress Wu also got involved in this matter. It's hard to say whether Jiang Ke dares to speak out, but anyway, it is imperative to go to Jiang's mansion.

The Jiang family has been a high-ranking official for generations, and Jiang Ke himself is on the left. Naturally, his family background is not bad. However, Jiang Ke himself is not very luxurious, so his mansion is not very particular. Compared with the big mansion, even compared with ordinary rich and noble houses, it is quite inferior. It is not an exaggeration to say that it is simple and simple. Besides, the two vermilion gates with peeling paint spots are just a sight to behold. It felt extremely shabby, without the grandeur that a prime minister's mansion should have, and looked like a dilapidated house, but Li Xian, who was waiting outside the door, did not dare to underestimate it, because Li Xian was very keen to find that no matter what Whether it's the porter standing next to me with a smiling face or the servants standing at the gate with a blank face, they are all elite men, each of them is full of vigor and blood that cannot be concealed. They are all battle-tested people, who would dare to underestimate someone who can use such a powerful person as a servant?

"At the end of the day, Jiang Ye will see His Royal Highness King Zhou."

Just as Li Xian was deeply moved by the fact that Jiang's mansion could have capable men as servants, a tall young man strode out from the gate of the mansion. When he saw Li Xian's face, he first showed a slightly surprised expression. He was stunned for a moment, then walked a few steps quickly, rushed to the front, and respectfully saluted him.

"General Jiang doesn't need to be too polite, is Lingzu in the mansion?"

Li Xian had done enough homework before coming, so he knew that the person in front of him was Jiang Ke's only grandson—Jiang Ke originally had two sons, but they both died in battle early, and the only grandson left was one year older than Li Xian. He has the false title of a general riding a captain (from the fifth rank), but has never been an official. In his previous life, this son joined the army shortly after Jiang Ke's death. Unfortunately, he had not yet made his mark. After recovering the four towns of Anxi, he was heroic and became benevolent on the battlefield, so that Jiang Ke's branch became extinct. Although Li Xian had never met this man in his previous life, he had heard of his bravery. Seeing his figure now The tall and burly man was not inferior to him, and he felt good in his heart, so he raised his hand with a smile, and asked very gently.

"This one……"

While Li Xian had a good impression of Jiang Ye, Jiang Ye also developed a friendship with the long-known Li Xian. Hearing Li Xian's questioning, the excuses he originally planned to make were somewhat difficult to utter.

"Is there any inconvenience for Jiang Xiang?"

Li Xian only looked at Jiang Ye's face, and immediately knew that Jiang Ke obviously didn't want to meet him at this time, but Li Xian was thick-skinned and didn't say anything taboo, so he asked a question knowingly with a smile.

"The family ancestor said that he had itches."

Jiang Ye is obviously also a wonderful person. After a slight smile, he gave a wonderful answer.

Aha, this guy is really funny!Li Xian couldn't help laughing loudly when he heard such clever answers, Jiang Yeba blinked his eyes, and laughed endlessly, until the servants who were waiting beside him were all at a loss.

"Brother Jiang, Xiao Wang has a good cure for the disease, I wonder if Brother Jiang believes it or not?"

After Li Xian laughed a lot, his face straightened, and he said something solemnly.

"Your Highness, please!"

Jiang Ye didn't answer Li Xian's obviously teasing words, but just smiled knowingly, and waved his hands simply, making a "please" gesture.

"Brother Jiang, please!"

Li Xian didn't talk too much nonsense. After waving his hand for a while, accompanied by Jiang Ye, he walked into the gate of Jiang's mansion, walked all the way through the hall and alley to the second hall, and just turned around the screen wall, and Jiang Ke was already standing in front of the hall. Waiting for him, obviously, this old man probably knew that his grandson could not stop Li Xian's attack.

"The next official sees His Royal Highness King Zhou, the old man has an itchy body and cannot greet him from afar, please ask His Royal Highness Haihan for a second."

Seeing Li Xian and Jiang Ye walking over, Jiang Ke first gave Jiang Ye a hard look at the hippie-smiling face, and then bowed to Li Xian after plastic surgery, saluting in a flat and somewhat helpless tone.

"Mr. Jiang doesn't have to be like this. It's really a crime for Xiao Wang to take the liberty of coming to disturb Jiang Xiang's Qingxiu. However, it is related to the great cause of the society for thousands of years. Xiao Wang has to listen to it. Please forgive me." Li Xian returned the gift with a smile. , almost straight to the point and explained the purpose of coming.

"Your Highness, please take your seat."

Jiang Ke is a well-known resourceful man, so how could he not be clear about Li Xian's real intentions? However, he was obviously quite scrupulous about this matter, so he didn't answer Li Xian's words, but turned his body calmly, He waved his hand to signal Li Xian to sit down in the hall.

"Master Jiang, please!"

Li Xian knew that Jiang Ke was cautious, and he didn't expect to get Jiang Ke's full support as soon as he came up. However, Li Xian dared to come to Jiang's mansion. He was naturally prepared for a protracted war, but he didn't mind Jiang Ke Seeing Ke's indifferent expression, he smiled slightly, and after a polite sentence, he strode up the hall...

(End of this chapter)