Faced with Pei Yue's pressing and ruthless analysis, Xian Chunqiu gradually felt a bit sad.

Before today's meeting, he thought that he knew Pei Yue as well as anyone, and even knew the young man's thoughts better than Emperor Kaiping. All the arrangements he had made before were to prepare for today's meeting.

Because he knew that Pei Yue could not remain a loyal minister and good general of Emperor Kaiping all his life, and the monarch and his ministers would inevitably break up.

In this case, he needs to lay out his plans in advance. At least in his opinion, there is no irresolvable enmity between the two, and they can fully support each other in the future and each can seize a great land.

But he didn't expect Pei Yue to be so smart, so after calming down, he asked sharply: "Since you know the situation very well, you should know that I am just a general under the command of my husband. If I really want to rebel, it is my fault."

How can I get my turn if the flag rises?"

Pei Yue took a breath and said with a complex expression: "After Emperor Zhongzong came to the throne, there was a person who was driven to the imperial mausoleum by him to guard the tomb of Emperor Taizong and fulfill his filial piety."

Xian Chunqiu's heart suddenly tightened.

Pei Yue stared into his eyes and said, "That person is Princess Qiyang."

Xian Chunqiu is sixty-three years old this year. Although he often complains of illness in front of Emperor Qingyuan and his courtiers, everyone knows that this Marquis of Jubei is extremely healthy, not only because he has practiced martial arts all year round, but most importantly, he never

Will indulge in pleasure.

At this moment, hearing that dusty name from the young powerful man opposite from Daliang, and looking at his face that had a hint of an old friend, Xian Chunqiu suddenly felt that he was really old.

It is easy for people to remember the past when they are old. He recalled the secret conversation thirty-seven years ago on the eve of Emperor Taizong's death.

"My lord, your Majesty is determined to let Liu Rui inherit the great treasure. This may not be good news for you."

"Chunqiu, although there are no outsiders here, he is His Highness the Crown Prince after all. How can he be so disrespectful with his words?"

"No disrespect, junior, but the prince has a perverse temperament and is ruthless in his actions. He will never be as good as your majesty. If he is allowed to inherit the great treasure, he will definitely take action on you and us. He is now very close to those who are lucky enough to be in the army.

Recently, more and more villains have become his supporters. When he takes power, something unspeakable will happen!"

Duke Dingguo Pei Yuan looked at this extremely talented junior and said calmly: "Do you want to abolish the establishment?"

Although Xian Chunqiu was young and vigorous, he still did not dare to be presumptuous in front of the elderly prince. After hesitating for a long time, he mustered up the courage to say: "Your Majesty just wants us to reduce our military power, but the Crown Prince wants our lives.

"

Pei Yuan said leisurely: "If you want to touch the prince, who can take charge of the overall situation?"

Xian Chunqiu was overjoyed and said seriously: "It must be Princess Qiyang! Her Royal Highness is the eldest daughter of His Majesty. She has also been involved in politics in Dongfu for five years and is respected by all the courtiers. As long as you support Her Royal Highness, you can allow her to serve as your queen temporarily.

To supervise the country, select a young and wise person from among the royal children to be the king, and then return the power to him when he reaches adulthood."

Pei Yuan looked at him silently for a long time, and finally said gently but firmly: "You go to the south. The position of coach of Yaoshan Camp is vacant. There is no one more suitable than you."

Xian Chunqiu was stunned on the spot, with a look of confusion on his face.

Pei Yuan's expression gradually became solemn, and he said without any doubt: "For your grandfather's sake, I will pretend that I didn't hear these words today. Remember, Daliang was conquered by Emperor Gaozu with me and your grandfather and other veterans.

As long as I am alive, I will never allow anyone to have evil intentions."

Xian Chunqiu was silent. After a long time, he knelt down and stood up to leave.

A few months later, Emperor Taizong died, and Prince Liu Rui ascended the throne. The following year, the Yuan Dynasty was changed to Jianping.

At that time, Xian Chunqiu was standing on the north bank of the Tiancang River, with the Yaoshan Camp with strong troops behind him. No one knew what he was thinking, and even Pei Yuan didn't know that he was constantly contacting Wu Xun in the army, trying to control this world.

Change your appearance.

…

The past cannot be pursued, and memories can only be indulged in.

Xian Chunqiu sighed quietly, raised his hand to pick up the tea cup in front of him and drank it all.

Pei Yue took the initiative to help him add it and said calmly: "Zhongye? Zhaiye? In fact, I think you don't care about the evaluation of the world at all. I have deduced the history of that period more than once, and there is only one possibility that is barely close to the truth of the matter. You are from

As a teenager, he was ambitious and tried to become a person who could

History has never lacked stories of powerful ministers who controlled the destiny of kings. Of course, the old Marquis was extremely talented and could stand out at a young age. In his early twenties, he became the deputy commander of the Beijing camp, one of the handsome talents that Pei Yuan valued highly.

This is the confidence and capital to support your continuous expansion ambitions."

Xian Chunqiu said in a deep voice: "When I was your age, I was just the commander of the Beijing camp and succeeded to the third rank of earl."

Pei Yue smiled and said: "Old Marquis clearly knows that you and I are different, why do you use these words to tease me? You are the legitimate inheritor of Chu State Mansion, and you are also the preferred successor of Pei Yuan, Duke of Ding. Even Pei Zhen, the old man,

I have to be ranked behind you. I am just a bastard with a shady background. Even if I am appreciated by Uncle Gu, I will not be able to take advantage of the Pei family's love."

He didn't say something clearly, but both of them knew it.

At that time, the Pei family was truly the most wealthy family in the Liang Army, far from the empty frame it is today.

Although Xian Chunqiu did not admit Pei Yue's conclusion, his silence at this time was enough to explain everything.

Approval appeared on his face, and he sighed: "It doesn't matter what happened in the past, it's just what idlers talk about."

Pei Yue's eyes narrowed slightly and asked curiously: "Old Marquis, after Princess Qiyang was seized of power, did you have trouble sleeping at night?"

Xian Chunqiu thought of the face that was still clear in his memory, and said slowly: "Your Highness Princess... I have never seen such a strange woman, and I can't even find it in the history books. In fact, Emperor Taizong gradually became confused in the last few years.

A mediocre state, yes

The martial arts in the army were very harsh and wanted to go to war several times. At that time, even the old man could not dissuade him. Thanks to the princess, it did not lead to chaos. But in the end, he chose to let Liu Rui inherit the treasure. This person...

"

He didn't go into details after all, but the sudden murderous look in those old eyes still frightened Pei Yue.

The old man had been calm and restrained since he sat down, but Pei Yue felt that he was very similar to Wang Pingzhang, and more ruthless than the latter. Wang Pingzhang believed in the word "forbearance" and would not take action without absolute certainty, but Xian Chunqiu was better at it.

put all one's eggs in one basket.

Since the long conversation, it seems that Pei Yue has always taken the initiative in the topic. That is because Xian Chunqiu has not made a move yet.

Pei Yue calmed down and said calmly: "Actually, I can understand the old marquis's thoughts. The bustling world is nothing more than fame and wealth, and for the emperor, it is naturally power. The Dingguo Mansion cannot be lost, and there are so many military heroes who are loyal to Pei Yuan.

, if you are not careful, the outcome will be a change of dynasty.

.It is true that Pei Yuan had no dissatisfaction with Daliang, but how could the emperor place his hope on the conduct of his ministers? Even if Pei Yuan himself did not want to sit in that chair, the people below would push him to sit. In addition, Zhong

Emperor Zong's temperament is too ruthless, so it is understandable that you want to rebel."

Xian Chunqiu leaned back on the chair again, looked at Pei Yue who was confident and talking, and asked meaningfully: "What about you?"

Pei Yue frowned slightly and looked at him, and said in a deep voice: "What do you mean by what the old marquis said?"

Xian Chunqiu said calmly: "Xin Kuang is an assassin sent by the second prince. Even if you don't care about such idiots, have you ever thought about one thing? Why are there dozens of top masters assassinating people on Taiping Street?

You? As far as I know, among these masters there are also the guards of the Xiangyun Hao. With their skills, they will definitely not be ignored. Why have you been in Jian'an City for so long and there has been no news from the north to remind you?"

He paused and asked with some pity: "Pei Yue, have you ever thought about a question: why does Kaiping's son have to let you go south to meet his bride?"

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