Back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty to be the emperor

Chapter 778 Good News Arrives in Beijing
On March 27th, the first year of Tiaolu, the rain that lasted for nearly a month finally stopped, but the sky was still cloudy, with no sign of clearing up. Although it was almost noon, the humidity in the air was still very high. Very, it made people wet and uncomfortable. Even though a big brazier was lit in the room, it still couldn't completely dispel this annoying moisture. , It's just uncomfortable, but Gaozong, who was reclining on the soft couch, still supported his sick body and listened quietly to Pei Xingjian's military report.

It has been 30 years since Gaozong was in power. In the past 30 years, the Tang Dynasty has destroyed countless countries. Although Gaozong himself has never personally conquered, but in military affairs, except for the battle against Tubo, he has never As long as the illness is not too serious, Gao Zong always needs to have a thorough understanding of the military equipment before he can rest assured, especially when Gao Zong feels that his body is no longer good. He did not want the possibility of negligence in the last large-scale war that he was in office. Even though he was getting sicker and sicker, Gaozong still refused to relax a little bit in terms of military affairs, even though Empress Wu was sitting on one side , and vice versa.

"Your Majesty, the Crown Prince is here."

The various Turkic tribes who conquered the rebellion this time sent a total of 38 troops. Except for the [-] troops sent by the Southern Daying Camp of the Capital Division, the rest of the tribes were mobilized by the governors. Each army ranged from [-] to [-]-[-]. Of course, the supply is very cumbersome. Even if Pei Xingjian is good at using soldiers, he is also very busy. When it comes to reporting the military equipment, it is very lengthy. It has been almost an hour and a half, and we have not reported all of them. After finishing speaking, when he was talking dryly, Liu Ruming, the eunuch who is the master of Zichen Palace, hurried in from outside, rushed to the couch, and reported in a low voice.

"Well... let's go."

Hearing that Li Xian was coming at this time, Gaozong couldn't help hesitating a little, not because of anything else, but because Gaozong really didn't want Li Xian to get too involved in military and political affairs, but Li Xian had already gone outside the palace, so Xuan seemed to be a bit unreasonable, after Gaozong hesitated for a moment, he still opened his mouth.

"promise."

After Gao Zhi's intention was made, Liu Ruming dared not delay the slightest, and hastily responded, and hurriedly left the bedroom, without hesitation, he turned back with Li Xian who was already in full court attire.

"The son and minister kowtowed to the father and mother."

As soon as Fang turned around the screen, Li Xian strode to the front of the couch and saluted respectfully.

"Forget it, come and show the prince a seat."

Although he was unwilling to see Li Xian at this time, Gaozong still suppressed the restlessness in his heart, and cried out calmly.

"Thank you, Father, Long En, I have some good news to report to Father."

After Li Xian thanked him, he did not sit down, but bowed respectfully and reported the report with a happy face.

"Oh? Happy event? Where does this joy come from?"

Hearing that there was a happy event, Gaozong became a little interested, so he asked with a smile.

"So that my father knew that the Persian garrison was encircled and suppressed by the Great Food Army on the way back, with a total of more than 53 people. Our Tang warriors were not afraid of powerful enemies. They fought nearly thousands of miles in three days, with 3 troops. The few troops defeated the two armies of the enemy in one fell swoop, beheaded hundreds of thousands of records, and captured nearly 20 good-bred horses alone, and there were no counts of weapons, while our army only suffered more than [-] casualties , It can be described as a great victory, and it is undoubtedly a great joy to show our country's prestige outside the region! The battle report is here, please look at it!"

Li Xian first reported the results of the battle impassionedly, then reached out his hand and took out a yellow silk masked battle report from his wide sleeve, held it in both hands, and handed it to Gaozong respectfully.

"Huh? There is such a thing!"

Hearing that the Persian garrison defeated more than [-] strong enemies with only a little over [-] troops, Gaozong's spirit was immediately lifted, and he sat up straight suddenly. He eagerly took the victory report in Li Xian's hand, and read through it with great interest. up.

"Okay, okay, such a big victory, okay, okay, Mei Niang, look, it's only [-] riders, and it's really gratifying to win so heartily, okay! I will reward the soldiers of the three armies!"

Gaozong read it quickly, and he had already passed the news in a flash. Overjoyed, he shouted hello, and his pale complexion instantly turned red and tender.

"If it's really such a big victory, it's a gratifying thing, but it's hard to make a decision based on the battle report alone. I think it's better to wait for the army to return before making a decision."

Empress Wu didn't go to receive the good news from Gaozong, but just said something lightly, full of disdain for the victory of the Hexi Army. one.

"This... is fine, just wait a little longer."

After being reminded by Empress Wu, Gaozong inevitably hesitated. Originally, he was extremely afraid of the strength of the Hexi army. If he was promoted again, the strength of the Hexi army would inevitably expand again. In this situation, after pondering for a while, he looked at Li Xian with a look of embarrassment, and finally agreed to Empress Wu's suggestion.

"Father Huang Shengming, my son also thinks that this matter must be more cautious. Now that the army has returned to the east, it will arrive in Anxi in a month or so. If we send people to check, it is the right time to leave now. My son suggested to the Ministry of War Immediately send people to go there, one can verify the military achievements, and the other can escort the captured horses back to Guanzhong at will, so as to facilitate the conquest of Turks, this minister is so shallow, I also ask my father to judge."

Li Xian is a shrewd person, he knew at a glance what Gao Zong was worried about, so he would not point it out, but suggested along the way.

"Well, Pei Aiqing, when can the army be dispatched?"

Hearing that Li Xian planned to hand over the more than [-] fine-bred war horses he had captured to the imperial court, Gaozong couldn't help being a little moved, but it was hard to ask for it directly. After all, the relationship between Hexi Army and Li Xian was there, so he just reached out and took it. There is suspicion of robbing his son, but one is that he does not want to see the Hexi Army grow stronger again. Second, Gaozong is really reluctant to give up such a large-scale thoroughbred horse. After hesitating for a while, he throws the problem to Pei Xingjian.

"Returning to Your Majesty, the northern armies can march to Shuozhou within a month. As for the capital army, it may not be ready until mid-May. If we can get good horses to help, the chances of winning will be higher."

Pei Xingjian is a shrewd person, so he can understand the subtext of Gaozong's words. Standing in the position of the prime minister of the court, he also does not want to see the Hexi Army expand again, so he replied following Gaozong's intention.

"Well, then it's settled. I will order the Ministry of War to do everything when I turn back."

Hearing what Pei Xingjian said, Gao Zong gained confidence, nodded with a smile, and gave clear instructions.

"Father Emperor Shengming!"

Since Gao Zong had made the decree, Li Xian would not have any different opinions. After a respectful compliment, he chatted with Gao Zong for a while, and then returned to the East Palace.

"Your Majesty, the Hexi army is so brave, it is indeed the strongest army in the world. If this army can defend Hexi, Chang'an will have no worries."

After Li Xian left, Pei Xingjian was anxious to re-arrange logistics and supplies due to the addition of more than [-] war horses, so he also resigned soon after, but Empress Wu did not leave, and rejected all the attendants. , said with emotion in the words.

"Um……"

Gao Zong was afraid of guilt, but he was not stupid. He could hear that Empress Wu's words were ironic. Although he didn't believe that Li Xian would have rebellious intentions, he still had fear. some.

"Your Majesty, it's March again, and the peonies in Luoyang should be in bud by now. I haven't seen you for a few years, and I'm thinking about it."

Empress Wu really knew Gaozong very well. Seeing Gaozong's brows were slightly frowned, she knew that Gaozong was extremely afraid of the strength of the Hexi Army, but she didn't really believe that Li Xian was rebellious, so she stopped Going on, this is the cleverness of Empress Wu. After all, some things should not be said too much, otherwise it will not only have no effect, but will cause bad things. So the topic changed and suddenly mentioned the peony flowers in Luoyang.

"Well, it will take two months for the army to set off. In the middle of May, the peonies are in full bloom. I will accompany Meiniang to enjoy the flowers."

After Gaozong thought about it, he still felt uneasy, so he followed Empress Wu's words and made up his mind to go to Luoyang.

"Your Majesty Shengming."

Empress Wu didn't intend to knock Li Xian down with one blow, what she wanted was for Gao Zong to feel suspicious and fearful. Now that she heard what Gao Zong said, she was very excited and hurriedly praised him. Whether this sage refers to Gaozong's suspicion and fear of Li Xianzhi or his relocation to Luoyang, only God knows... "Your Highness."

In the study room of the Eastern Palace, Zhang Jianzhi was buried in his official documents when he suddenly heard footsteps, he raised his head, seeing that Li Xian had returned, he quickly got up, and greeted him respectfully.

"Ah."

Li Xian was obviously absent-minded and didn't say much. He just let out a soft sigh, walked up to the front and sat down, blinking a few times wearily.

"Your Highness, did something go wrong with the good news?"

Seeing Li Xian's appearance like this, Zhang Jianzhi knew that things might really be going in the worst direction, but he still kept a little bit of luck, so he asked hesitantly.

"Well, I was really expected by my husband. The father has no decree, but just asked for a horse. Hey, I still feel worried about Gu."

Regarding the return of the Hexi Army to the east, Li Xian had taken care of his mind. He was afraid that if the Hexi Army made a careless move, it would end up with a wounded result. When he thought about it, he wanted to take the opportunity to ask for credit for the generals, but he didn't expect the result to be as Zhang Jianzhi analyzed in advance. He was extremely disappointed, not because the generals in Hexi could not get rewards, but because The growing suspicion and irritability between father and son.

"Your Highness, the future will be long, but there is no need to be in a hurry."

Zhang Jianzhi was clearly aware of Li Xian's distress, but he couldn't say much about the entanglement between the father and son of the Tian family, so he could only comfort him vaguely.

"Ah."

After so many years in the maelstrom of the imperial court, even though Li Xian was born with tenacity, his mental strength was a little tired, and he didn't want to talk about these shitty things anymore, so he said noncommittally, and closed his eyes tiredly.

(End of this chapter)