March 13, Dragon swims in the sea(1/2)
The sound of the prison door cut off all the secrets.
When Liu Wenjing came out of the cell, her face was still dull, and she looked like a gentle teacher.
The impression he gave was always calm and quiet, but it was somewhat difficult to understand. After Liu Wenjing walked out, he ordered the prison guards to say, "Wang Wei committed suicide due to his crime. Please be careful of his body and don't move it."
The jailer responded, but he was a little surprised. He thought that he would die if he died. It would be useless to see the corpse? However, although Liu Wenjing has no power or position now, he is very good at mingling with Li Shimin and has Li Yuan's trust. The jailer naturally obeys the plan.
Liu Wenjing walked out of the prison and went straight to the left-behind mansion.
Li Yuan was walking back and forth in the mansion, with Li Jiancheng and Liu Zhenghui beside him. When he saw Liu Wenjing walking in, he asked anxiously, "Wenjing, how is Wang Wei?"
"Sir, Wang Wei committed suicide because he was afraid of the crime." Liu Wenjing smiled.
Li Yuan pondered for a long time, "So that's it. Did he say nothing before he died?" Liu Wenjing said that Wang Wei committed suicide, but Li Yuan still asked this. It was obvious that he knew that Wang Wei did not commit suicide.
"He said he knew a secret." Liu Wenjing laughed.
Li Yuan asked casually: "What secret?" In his opinion, Wang Wei is not a big shot, he has always been unknown, so what secret will there be? The biggest secret now is that he finally made up his mind to rebel, but now it is no longer a secret. He no longer needs to endure it. Liang Shidu, Liu Wu and Zhoudu are eyeing each other, Yang Guang no longer cared about this place. He was in the place of four battles. He did not rise up and could only sit and wait for death.
Liu Wenjing said calmly: "He said he knew who the true emperor was."
Li Yuan was stunned at first, and then laughed loudly, "It's funny... the emperor is..." He obviously didn't take this sentence to heart, but remembered another thing, "By the way, Wen Jing. When will the Turkic horses arrive? We urgently need war horses. If we succeed this time, you should remember the first merit."
Liu Wenjing pondered for a moment, "According to my calculations, the reply should be three days later, and the meaning is exactly as the adults' wishes. I think Shibi Khan must be able to use troops to help you, but the premise is that you should call yourself the emperor. When I was in the Turkic period, Shibi Khan meant this, and it probably won't change now."
Li Yuan frowned and shook his head and said, "Wenjing, this is absolutely not allowed. This time I am going to support the Sui Dynasty. But I don't want to be the emperor. I must not agree to the matter of claiming to be the emperor."
Liu Wenjing looked at Li Yuan for a while, with some contempt in her eyes. Seeing Li Yuan looking over, her face was solemn, and she sighed: "I... also know that Mr. Tang is loyal to the Sui Shi..."
Speaking of this, both of them were silent for a while. Although Liu Wenjing was very scheming, she felt that Li Yuan was hypocritical. Even though Li Yuan was dark and thick-skinned, she was still a little hot. Of course, he did not call the emperor because of his careful nature. He knew that the uprising was time, but the time was not yet available. First of all, for Sui Chen, if he called the emperor, it would be rebellious. Although the Sui Chen was in a turmoil, there were still many loyal Sui Chen. He said that the emperor wanted to take over Guanzhong, and it would undoubtedly be difficult for him to be rebellious along the way. But more importantly, he still could not rank the world's forces now, including Li Mi in the north and Xiao Buyi in the south. If he dared to call the emperor, he would be afraid that these two people would attack first. Then he became the target of public criticism, how could he reach Guanzhong?
In fact, everyone knows these things well, but doing them is one thing, and saying them is of course another.
"Duke Tang was loyal to the Sui Dynasty, but Shibi Khan hated the Sui Dynasty and was even more dissatisfied with the emperor today. If he knew that Duke Tang sent troops to support the Sui Dynasty, how would he send troops to help? Please think twice!"
What Liu Wenjing said was the truth. Shibi Khan and Yang Guang have always been incompatible and will definitely not help Yang Guang stabilize the country. If Li Yuan used this banner, Shibi Khan might come to attack him in anger. Although he still kept his promise, it is inevitable that he would make trouble in secret.
Li Yuan frowned greatly and shook his head and said, "No, I have never been called the emperor. If that were the case, I would rather not help the Turks."
Liu Zhenghui said, "Mr. Li, as the saying goes, those who accomplish great things do not care about the details. I think it makes sense to say it quietly. Nowadays, all people in the border areas need to seek help from the Turks! Forces are second, but horses are the most important. At present, the first batch of horses are not too many, but if the troops are in hand, the supply of the Central Plains horse farm is mostly in short supply, and the consumption of horses is the most serious. If we do not get the support of the Turks, we are afraid that we will be in short supply."
Li Yuan glanced at Liu Zhenghui and thought to himself that I didn't know what I didn't know. But the two evils were the least. If Li Mi and Xiao Buyi were attacking because of this incident, then there would be no more horses.
Li Jiancheng suddenly said, "Dad, I have an idea, I don't know if it can be done."
"Let's talk about Jiancheng quickly." Li Yuan's eyes lit up.
Li Jiancheng smiled and said, "Although there are foolish and loyal people in the Sui Dynasty, they are dissatisfied with the emperor. We might as well temporarily honor the emperor as the emperor and make Yang You, the king of Xijing, the emperor. Now bandits are rampant, Liang Shidu, Liu Wuzhou, and Li Gui are in chaos. In this way, our army is famous and can issue a manifesto to various counties and counties to support the Sui Dynasty and stabilize the world. Then change the flags and use red and white to indicate that they are different from the Sui Dynasty. This way, you can enter Guanzhong safely and deceive the Turks. I wonder what your father is thinking?"
Liu Zhenghui sighed and said, "The eldest son's plan is wonderful." Liu Wenjing also nodded, "It's better to ensure that the Turkic soldiers are in harmony with us for the time being."
Li Yuan patted Li Jiancheng on the shoulder and sighed: "Although Jiancheng is a little talk, his plan is very consistent with my heart. We were helpless, but we had to do it."
Everyone smiled, but they already understood what Li Yuan meant. His thief was not a thief, but he wanted to steal the world!
While the four were discussing, Duan Zhixuan hurriedly ran in and whispered: "Mr. Li, Li Jing has turned around. Now he is about to arrive at the left-behind mansion."
Li Yuan was startled, "Why did he come back so quickly?"
Li Jiancheng smiled bitterly and said, "He came back a little slow. The Turkic soldiers attacked here, so of course he had to come back to rescue him. But Dad, you only give him one thousand men, we are not afraid of him."
Liu Wenjing said to the side: "Since we have killed Wang Wei, it is better to kill Li Jing together to prevent future troubles."
Liu Zhenghui also said: "Mr. Wen Jing said it well. I think even if Li Jing is brave and invincible, he will use his troops like a god. What can I do in Jinyang City? Besides, I heard that Hong Fu Nu is waiting for childbirth. If we send someone to catch Hong Fu Nu, we are not afraid that he will not be held back!"
Everyone knew Li Jing's power and made plans one after another. However, Li Yuan asked nervously, "How many people did Li Jing bring?"
"One." Duan Zhixuan replied.
Li Yuan let out a long sigh, "It turns out that he is only alone."
"Sir, this is the best opportunity for me to take action." Liu Wenjing said, "Li Jing has always been in conflict with you, but he has talent. If he refuses to surrender to you, he will definitely be a major concern for Mr. Tang in the future. Since this is the case, it is better to get rid of it as soon as possible."
Li Yuan pondered for a long time before saying, "See him first." Liu Zhenghui whispered: "I'll go and tell me how to prepare?" He also wanted to deal with Li Jing with Wang Wei. Li Yuan waved his hand and said, "No, you can't make mistakes."
When everyone saw Li Yuan's calmness, they couldn't tell what he was thinking for a while, but they were all staying in the left-behind mansion and did not dare to leave.
When Li Jing walked in, he was lazy and looked around. He clasped his fists with his hands. He was so careless, "Sir, Left-behind. I heard that the Turkic soldiers attacked Jinyang City, so I rushed back to help. The left-behind adults were not allowed to go back to the city, so I also asked the left-behind adults to forgive me."
He shouted at the left-behind adults. Li Yuan didn't know what he was thinking for a moment. Seeing that he was drooping his eyelids or was still lazy and frowned secretly.
"Rescue soldiers are like putting out fires. You can follow the power. Lord Li arrives in time. It's just a blessing for the people of Jinyang. How can I blame me?"
Li Jing looked around and said, "Turkish soldiers invaded, Lord Li was summoning his subordinates here, I wonder where the deputy left-behind Lord Wang Wei is now?"
Li Yuan's heart trembled slightly and said with a forced smile: "This matter is a long story..."
"Wang Wei colluded with the Turks and wanted to seize Jinyang City, but was detained by the left-behind master. These were all things that happened yesterday. I believe Deputy Li was not aware of it." Liu Wenjing said softly: "The evidence of this matter is conclusive, and everyone present can see clearly. Wang Wei knew that the matter was defeated, so he drew his sword to resist arrest. Finally, he was captured by Lord Li and taken to the prison. In the morning of this day, thousands of Turkic soldiers suddenly appeared around Jinyang City and walked in the outer city. Fortunately, Lord Li was prepared and was on guard, so he did not let them succeed. Unfortunately, General Wang Kangda led his troops to chase him, but unfortunately he was ambushed by the Turkic soldiers and was dead. It was really regrettable."
Li Yuan's eyes were filled with tears, and he wiped the corners of his eyes with his sleeves. His voice cords were choked and said, "General Wang died in order to protect Jinyang. He was a loyal and righteous man. He was built and he must be buried with a grand ceremony tomorrow."
Li Jiancheng responded, and everyone looked sad. Li Jing smiled and said, "A real man killed the enemy for his country and died as his own. We should be happy for him. Why should we imitate the attitude of a young child?"
Li Jiancheng turned his head, but Liu Zhenghui exclaimed: "The deputy left-behind said it well!"
Li Jing smiled and asked softly: "That Lord Wang Wei must be still in prison at this moment?"
Liu Wenjing nodded, "That's true. I wonder if the deputy left-behind wants to go for interrogation?"
Li Jing nodded and said, "I am just thinking about it, I don't know if I can go and ask. I think Wang Wei is not bad, how can he do such a careless thing?"
Liu Wenjing's face was normal, "Then the humble official took the deputy left-behind master to come." As soon as he finished speaking, a guard hurriedly ran over and said, "No, the left-behind master, Wang Wei knew that the matter was defeated and he had committed suicide fearing the crime."
Li Yuan's face changed drastically, "How could such a thing happen? Take me to see it." He turned his head and looked at Li Jing, "Deputy left-behind, I don't know you..."
"Of course I have to go and see it too." Li Jing sighed softly and murmured: "Why is the deputy left-behind so unconscious?"
Everyone went to the cell. Although Liu Zhenghui did not have Li Yuan's permission, he secretly ordered the soldiers to prepare. Li Jing looked at Wang Wei's body and saw that his eyes were wide open, the blood in the corners of his mouth had turned purple, and one hand was still on his neck. The oil lamp flashed and darkened, and the ghost energy in the prison was gloomy. Because from the current situation, Wang Wei strangled himself to death.
Li Jing looked at Wang Wei's body and sighed softly, "Mr. Li, how do you think Wang Wei died?"
Li Yuan frowned and said, "From the current situation, he should have strangled himself to death!"
Li Jing smiled, "I have the courage to strangle myself, so why don't I have the courage to survive? There are so many dead people I have seen. Wang Wei is the first to have the courage and ability to strangle myself. Let's ask, strangle the throat. Although the breath is solid, the force gradually becomes smaller, which can lead to coma at most. How can I strangle myself?"
Li Yuan smiled bitterly and said, "I am stupid and incompetent. I don't know that there are so many ways to die. I don't know what the deputy left-behind thinks?"
Li Jing whispered: "I'm just afraid he was poisoned to death!"
"Being poisoned to death?" Everyone looked at each other. Although they had known the answer, they all looked shocked. Liu Wenjing frowned and said, "Is this Wang Wei still accomplices. Is it because Wang Wei reveals the secret and sneaks into the prison to kill Wang Wei?"
His inference is reasonable, Li Yuan nodded repeatedly, "It's probably true. It seems that we have to investigate and punish him strictly. I wonder what if the deputy left-behind master wanted?" Li Yuan was actually complaining secretly at this time. If he was just Li Jing, he could tempt him to kill him. But the most troublesome thing was the relationship between Li Jing and Xiao Buyi. Now Li Jing is a harmonious bond between him and Xiao Buyi. If he openly killed Li Jing, he would have to consider Xiao Buyi's revenge! Now it is time to expand his power. If he fights to the death with Xiao Buyi first, there is no need to ask the world, it must be someone else's. Therefore, he has to endure Li Jing again and again, but he is already angry! But after all, he still makes a hundred tolerant gold. He knows that a small impotence will cause chaos, but he has been thinking about taking away this stumbling block.
Li Jing said, "I'm afraid... I'm afraid that Wang Wei will be killed because he has no accomplices!"
Everyone changed their faces, the oil lamp flashed, and Li Yuan's old face was also gloomy, "I don't know what the deputy left behind meant?"
Li Jing smiled and said, "Actually, I have a question in my heart when I come back this time. Although I am not talented, I still know the whereabouts of the Turkic soldiers. In fact, since General Xiao went to the grassland to turn around, although the Turkic soldiers have harassed each other, they have all been attacking on a small scale. Shibi Khan kept his promise and had no large army attacked. However, the Turkic soldiers suddenly attacked Jinyang City without any warning, and it was like falling from the sky, which surprised me. I am confident that my news is not bad. This Turkic soldiers should not be attacking from the north, so could they emerge from the south? Or... it was the fake of the people in the Central Plains, and the soldiers near Jinyang had changed into Turkic costumes, so I couldn't know?"
Li Yuan's face was cold, but he could no longer speak. He found that he had underestimated Li Jing's IQ.
Liu Zhenghui slowly retreated to the door of the prison and made a gesture. Some soldiers left the cell lightly, obviously summoning troops. Li Jing turned a blind eye and continued, "This makes me have an assumption that someone in Jinyang City wanted to rebel, but he had no excuses to eliminate dissidents, and also had to beware of the stinky stone-like deputy left-behind. Of course, it was me, so he used this trick to hide the world. People pretended to be Turkic soldiers to attack Jinyang City, causing panic among the people. But the Turkic soldiers just walked around and left in a hurry, naturally because they were afraid that others would see the flaws. But some ignorant people would lead their troops to chase... For example, general Wang Kangda.
Oh, it shouldn't be said that he was ignorant. It should be that he was ordered to chase him by someone because he and someone had always been incompatible and someone would rebel. How could he easily lose his troops and generals at this time? Let Wang Kangda chase the fake Turkic soldiers, but he just took the opportunity to kill him. Unfortunately, Wang Kangda loyally fought against the Turkics, but was set up by someone to lure him to death. He did not die. It was a pity. Someone shed a few drops of hypocritical tears. After burying Deputy General Wang on the second day, he naturally had to declare to the people of the surrounding counties and counties that the Turkic invaded the territory and bandits were rampant. Should we rise up to protect the Sui chamber, go straight south to Chang'an, and take the land of Guanzhong?"
Not only did Li Yuan's face turn gloomy, but even Liu Wenjing showed surprise, Li Jiancheng silently said, thinking about countermeasures.
Although Li Jing is alone, he has extraordinary strategies, meticulous thoughts, and leisurely turn around, and he can explain the causes and consequences clearly, just like conspiring with them. How can he not shock them?
Li Jing looked at Wang Wei's body with a sarcasm in his smile, "Of course, I'm just speculating, but there's no evidence. I just want to ask for a proof of whether Wang Wei is dead. If Wang Wei dies, I know that speculation should be inseparable from ten."
Liu Wenjing couldn't help but ask, "Why?"
Li Jing smiled and said, "There are three people who have resentment and refuse to surrender in Jinyang City. One is my stinky stone, the other is the deputy general Wang Kangda, and the other is the deputy left-behind Wang Wei. Since someone wants to rebel, of course, he wants to eliminate the stumbling block first. If Wang Kangda is going to die, Wang Wei will definitely die too. Killing a deputy left-behind must have a legitimate reason. It is best to arouse public grievances, just as the fake Turkic soldiers are coming. Fraudulent Wang Wei for rebellion, of course, this is a death sentence, and he must die immediately, and he will not give him a chance to defend himself. In this way, three birds are killed by one stone... No, it should be said that four or five birds are a clever plan! Someone said he was stupid, but he actually calculated clearly. It was just strange. My stinky stone was the most stinky. I don't know why he didn't want to remove it?"
Li Yuan could no longer laugh, and after a while, he said, "Part 1 is left behind, but I don't know who this person is?"
Li Jing looked at him for a while, clasped his fists and said, "Li Liuzhao, someone is powerful, and I, a deputy Liuzhao, have no choice but to do anything to him. Now I want to go to Yangzhou to report to the emperor about Jinyang. Please ask the emperor to decide. I wonder what Li Liuzhao wants?"
Li Yuan sighed and said, "The deputy left-behind is loyal to the Sui Shi. But he is like me. I am worried that I can't take off my body. The deputy left-behind is willing to go. That's the best. But, after Jiancheng, go and get some money for the deputy left-behind and ask the deputy left-behind to go on the road."
Liu Zhenghui said anxiously: "Sir, Left-behind..."
Li Yuan waved his hand to stop Liu Zhenghui's words and smiled and said, "Sir, I will give you a ride."
Li Jing looked at Li Yuan for a long time and said two words, "Thank you."
Li Jing left the cell and turned back to the mansion alone. He left the house in just half an hour. He rode a tall horse, but four sedan chairmen came out with the sedan chair and more than a dozen personal soldiers followed him.
The girl Hong Fu is naturally waiting to be born in the sedan chair. Now she is going to Yangzhou to file a lawsuit, which can be considered a journey of thousands of miles, and the good or bad is uncertain.
Li Jingren was on the horse, with a silent expression, but just holding the mixed iron spear and sighed softly.
He heard his sigh in the sedan chair and asked softly: "Husband, don't you regret it?"
A smile appeared on the corner of Li Jing's mouth, "Hongfu, I just want to thank you for listening to my words. But now, it's your pain."
Hong Fu Nu in the sedan chair was silent for a long time before saying, "Husband, you have listened to what I said in this life, but you have always been unsuccessful. This time, I should listen to you. As for the hardship, it is nothing."
The two of them became silent, with horse hooves scattered, and walked along the long street of Jinyang City. Finally, they left the slightly quiet Jinyang City, with dark night.
When a soldier saw Li Jing leaving the city, he turned around early and reported to Li Yuan. Everyone was there, and they were all frowning.
When Li Jing heard Li Jing go south, Li Yuan's expression was slightly strange and said in a flash: "Everyone has his own aspirations, and he can't force it. It's just right that he's gone."
To be continued...