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Chapter 716 Persuading the disturbance (3)

It's time for Haishi, it's getting late, and it's time to rest, but the study room of Yue Wang Mansion is still brightly lit, Yue Wang Li Zhengao, who is in purple single clothes, sits at the head, chatting and laughing with Li Chong, Chen Wushuang and others, On the surface, the atmosphere in the study seemed harmonious and relaxed, but the eyes of all the people were clearly filled with anticipation and anxiety, as if they were waiting for something.

"My son-in-law has seen the prince."

While everyone was laughing and chatting endlessly, Pei Shoude, who was dressed in casual clothes sweating profusely, turned around from the screen amidst the sound of small footsteps, and rushed to the front of the first few with a few strides, very respectfully He saluted and asked Ann.

"Shoude is back, um, how's the situation?"

As soon as Pei Shoude appeared, Li Zhen's eyes flashed a light, and he raised his hand with a smile, signaling Pei Shoude to excuse himself, and then, some people couldn't wait to ask.

"It's not very good to go back to the prince."

As soon as Li Zhen asked so urgently, Pei Shoude's face immediately flashed a trace of surprise, he shook his head with a wry smile, and replied concisely.

"Huh? How do you say this?"

Pei Shoude was responsible for external liaison in the King of Yue's lineage. Whether it was with the East Palace or with Empress Wu, he was responsible for most of the secret affairs. This time, Li Zhen sent him to communicate with Empress Wu. Er Yingong was negotiating related matters. He thought that he could get a lot of money from that brat Gar Yingong, but he didn't expect that what he was waiting for was such news, and he couldn't help feeling suspicious , his face turned cold, and he hurriedly asked.

"If you go back to the prince, that guy won't take it hard, he just bites to death the 'lips and teeth'. No matter how the son-in-law tries, he just says 'if there is a problem, I'd rather return the power to the prince', other than that , without further promises, my son-in-law has dealt with him for a long time, but got nothing, I am really ashamed."

Thinking of the process of negotiating with Gar Yingong, Pei Shoude felt as disgusted as if he had eaten a fly raw, and he was extremely annoyed by his slippery attitude, but there was nothing he could do about it. At this time, he said Come on, it's inevitable that there will be some evil shapes of gnashing teeth.

"Hmph, returning the government to the crown prince? That's easy to say! When the man in the palace ever devolved power, he used such nonsense to deceive us, he really deserves to die!"

Li Chong was in a hurry, when he heard that Gar Yingong didn't pull his hair out, he immediately became angry, and without waiting for Li Zhen to say anything, he slapped a few times suddenly, and exploded angrily.

"That's right! Big brother is right. If you want me to wait to do things, don't even think about it if you don't get benefits! If you want the horse to run, but also want the horse not to eat grass, where is such a beautiful thing in the world? I'll just sit and watch the politics How can it be done!"

Now Li Qian and Li Chun, the two brothers who have always been at odds with Li Chong, have been released as officials, and the remaining Li Wen is Li Chong's staunch supporter. Seeing Li Chong's outburst, Li Wen naturally followed suit followed by insults.

"Enough is enough, if you quarrel, shut up for the old man!"

Li Zhen was already very annoyed when the full-bodied Qi Yi fell into the empty space, but when she saw the two sons arguing next to her, she became even more annoyed. Walking up and down, the expression on his face was anxious and ferocious. When he had such an attack, everyone in the study didn't dare to speak casually, and each shut their mouths tightly, and the atmosphere in the room immediately became depressed.

"Wu Shuang, what do you think of this matter?"

Li Zhen was annoyed, but she didn't forget her business because of it. After walking around for a few times, her heart calmed down a little. She lifted the hem of her robe, sat down again, and looked around at everyone. Finally, his eyes fell on Chen Wushuang, and he asked a question while pondering.

"Combining this matter will benefit both, and dividing this matter will result in both losses. In this sense, the kid named Ge Gong is right. The crown prince is already full-fledged. If he doesn't stop it, there will be endless troubles. Even if the empress can Forbearance, for the sake of the safety of my King Yue family, I am afraid that I will extend this hand even if I don't."

Chen Wushuang's wisdom is at the head of everyone, so he has weighed the severity of the matter long ago. In his opinion, it is gratifying to get benefits from Empress Wu. If not, it is no big deal. What should be done It is still necessary to do it, if you act blindly, there will be no benefit other than the loss, and you will not be moved by the anger of everyone. At this moment, answering Li Zhen's question is still calm Calm and calm.

"Well, in your opinion, what choice will the prince make?"

Li Zhen is known as a virtuous king, so naturally he is not an idler, the truths Chen Wushuang said, how can he be countless in his heart, but he is used to taking advantage of Empress Wu, this time he failed to get it, he was a little upset, just annoyed However, he regained his calm, and he did not cling to some benefits, but completely turned his mind back to the business.

"Well, His Royal Highness has two choices. One is to take advantage of the situation and take control of the court in one fell swoop; the other is to resign from the important task of supervising the country and maintain the status quo. Apart from this, there is no other choice. It's just that it's hard to say what His Highness the Crown Prince will do."

It's a big matter, even though Chen Wushuang was conceited and wise by nature, he didn't dare to come to a conclusion lightly, he frowned slightly, and replied in a very cautious tone.

"Huh... What Wushuang said is true. The prince has always acted cunningly, and he is indeed not easy to deal with. This time the matter is serious, we have to be cautious."

Li Zhen has suffered a lot under Li Xian's subordinates. She knows Li Xian's extraordinary ability, and she has deep fears in her heart. She doesn't want to see Li Xian make further progress. Under the circumstances of the obvious choice, Li Zhen really didn't dare to act recklessly, and the depression in her heart naturally became heavier.

"It doesn't matter, no matter what choice His Royal Highness makes, we can only go with a strong sniper!"

Although the expression on Chen Wushuang's face was cautious, his self-confidence was still there. Seeing Li Zhen sighing in distress, he immediately gave the choice he should make.

"Huh? This..."

Hearing what Chen Wushuang said with such certainty, Li Zhen couldn't help being a little dumbfounded, unable to speak a complete sentence in a dull manner.

"My lord, don't worry, just listen to Chen speak slowly." Chen Wushuang obviously had a plan in mind, smiled slightly, and pressed his hand, signaling Li Zhen not to panic, and said unhurriedly: "Since ancient times, the emperor's heart is the most unpredictable. Although the present is dark and weak, he is not a fool. Although he has to hand over government affairs due to his weakness, he is not willing to do so in his heart. Therefore, what is needed today is the balance of the court situation, not the independence of one party. Sir, on this point, today I have placed high hopes on the prince. As long as the prince acts for this purpose, the Holy Majesty will definitely not be surprised, but will be praised. As for what His Royal Highness the Crown Prince wants to do, the prince only needs to grasp the point of maintaining the status quo, and there is no need to worry too much about other things."

"Well, that's true. It's just that the prince is very powerful and has the support of all parties. If he wants to force him, I'm afraid the sage will not be able to stop him. If the old man insists on blocking him, he will not offend him deeply. One, if it really imprisoned the country, then..."

Chen Wushuang has already explained the truth very thoroughly, Li Zhen will not fail to understand, but what he understands is what he understands. If Li Zhen is determined to do this, he still can't help but feel a little uneasy. After all, Li Xian's ability and Being fierce and hot, Li Zhen really didn't want to have a head-to-head fight with Li Xian too early.

"That's all right. If the prediction is not bad, the empress is going to flatter and kill His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. Although the prince has come forward to oppose the supervision of the country, he is destined to be a minority in the political affairs hall. After all, the matter will eventually come to the Holy One. With the prince's objection, no matter whether it is the sage or the empress, there is a possibility to suppress this discussion. In other words, even if the crown prince wants to supervise the country, it will be difficult to do so. If he dares to do so If you do it, not only will you not get any benefits, but it will also attract the holy taboo. Once the holy heart is lost, the prince will be in trouble. If you don't have time to take care of yourself, how can you even think about troubles for the prince? As for what if the prince I really took advantage of the power of the officials to subdue the present and the empress, and really won the position of supervisor of the country. If I want to consolidate the court, I need the full cooperation of the prince, and I can't win it. How can I be the one who looks for the prince? As for the future, what? Just wait and see, of course, then again, if the crown prince sees through the empress' plan to flatter and kill the empress, wouldn't the prince's objection meet the needs of the crown prince? Whatever choice you make, the prince just needs to oppose his supervision of the country!"

Chen Wushuang knew that Li Zhen was frightened by Li Xian's beating, and seeing that he was overly worried, he couldn't help but sighed, but he didn't bring it to his face, but analyzed it generously, in order to strengthen Li Zhen's confidence .

"Father, Mr. Chen is right, as long as the holy family is with me, there is no need to worry so much. Now that we are not new to the capital, why should we be afraid of the prince!"

Although what Chen Wushuang said was reasonable, Li Zhen still hesitated and dared not make up his mind. When the lukewarm swallowing appeared, the irritable Li Chong couldn't stand it anymore, so she interjected.

"My lord, tomorrow is the time to discuss politics, after all, we must make an early decision."

Although Pei Shoude's wisdom is not as good as Chen Wushuang's, he is not an ordinary person. He takes Chen Wushuang's analysis for granted. Seeing that Li Zhen has too many worries, he can't sit still, so he hurriedly made a point. .

"Well, that's okay, then it's decided. If the notice goes on, all people are ready. If it really comes to the court meeting, we will advance and retreat together!"

Everyone has already spoken out one after another, but Li Zhen still did not rush to make a decision, but went through Chen Wushuang's analysis carefully several times with a cloudy face, and then made up her mind cautiously , but the hesitation and scruples in his eyes still haven't diminished by half.

(End of this chapter)