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Part 11: Civil strife in the capital Chapter 59: Implicated step by step

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    Chapter 59: Implicated step by step

    The Tang Dynasty used troops on both sides, and both were on expeditions of thousands of miles. As the emperor of the Tang Empire, Li Shimin was the most worried.  Especially the military supplies worth hundreds of millions, which were constantly stamped by him and sent out, I felt a little painful.

    It¡¯s not that he is stingy, it¡¯s just that he is worried about losing all his money.

    But what is fortunate for him is that whether it is the army of the Southern Expedition or the army of the Northern Expedition, the news that has come recently is pleasant and good.

    On this day, Li Shimin took care of the affairs at hand and came to the Lizheng Hall to talk to Queen Changsun.

    Although there are three thousand beauties in the harem, the only one who can make Li Shimin feel at ease is Empress Changsun.  They are a couple that has gone through many hardships all the way, and no one else can get involved.

    "Your Majesty, there is a battle report from the south, and a secret letter from Chief Du"

    Li Shimin became energetic for a while and hurriedly asked his chamberlain to deliver the battle report and secret message.  He had already given an order that as long as it was related to the Civil War, he would be notified as soon as possible. Even if it was early in the morning, he would have to wake him up after he fell asleep.

    A battle report, a secret letter.

    Li Shimin took it in his hand at the same time and chose the battle report without hesitation.  He cared more about the war situation on the front line than anything else.

    The battle report first recorded the major victory achieved by Du Hanan¡¯s army

    "Capture Songtsen Gampo alive and annihilate all living forces in Tibet" Li Shimin showed an indescribable look on his face and said with a smile: "Queen, good news, that boy Du He has really grown up for me. He is working hard every step of the way. He will be taken down within half a year.  Going to Tubo is really amazing, amazing"

    When Empress Changsun heard the good news, she also showed surprise on her face. She loved Changle the most. As Du He was Changle's husband, her son-in-law naturally loved the whole house. The mother-in-law looked at her son-in-law, and the more she looked at her, the more she liked her. Du He's  Compared with Li Shimin, his concern is only more, but not worse.  It was the first time that Du He led troops outside, so she was worried. Now her heart was relieved, and she said with a smile: "This kid is really like Huo Qubing. I am really impressed by the help of their father and son in the Tang Dynasty."

    Li Shimin did not deny it, but nodded in approval.  As Du Duan in Fang's plans, Du Ruhui's contribution to the Tang Dynasty is obvious to all. Du He's rise in recent years and his contribution to the Tang Dynasty cannot be ignored.

    "One achievement after another, Li Shimin, who is very perceptive, knows clearly."

    He continued to look down, his smiling face gradually becoming serious. After the good news, he was talking about the affairs of Nanzhao Kingdom.

    Li Shimin did not expect that the small Nanzhao Kingdom would dare to be an enemy of the Tang Dynasty so openly. He was angry and thought to himself: "Qinglian's quick victory was beyond expectation. The current economy of the Tang Dynasty is enough to maintain the relationship with Nanzhao."  Zhao Yi battle" He had a plan in his mind. When he continued to read, he relaxed his brows and said with a smile: "That boy is really brave he has already launched troops against Nanzhao."

    Du He had the right to use troops against Nanzhao, but it was political necessity. In order to prevent others from getting caught, he clearly analyzed the reasons for his decision to send troops.

    Li Shimin is also a man who knows the military, so he naturally saw that Du He's decision to attack Nanzhao was well-prepared and quite certain.

    He didn¡¯t take it seriously either. As a general who commands the three armies, if he can¡¯t adapt to the circumstances, what qualifications do he have to be the commander-in-chief?

    This is also the biggest gap between the emperor who knows the military and the emperor who does not know the military.

    The emperor who did not know how to fight was afraid that the generals would be outside, break away from the control of the court, and become lawless, so they would tie their hands and feet. However, the emperor who knew how to fight hoped that the generals would be able to let go of their hands and feet. Only in this way can the maximum power of an army be unleashed.  .

    Queen Changsun was a little confused.

    Li Shimin said with a smile: "Songtsen Gampo is quite a figure. He rose to prominence at a young age and attracted a group of allies. Some of them were even willing to make enemies of the Tang Dynasty for his sake and send troops to help Tibet fight against the Tang Dynasty.  I can only say that his courage is commendable, but he will never allow this to happen. That kid must have noticed this and took the lead in launching troops against Nanzhao."

    Empress Changsun was an extremely smart person and very sensitive politically. She once supported the entire Tiance Mansion as the Princess of Qin when Li Shimin went on an expedition. She heard that her husband was worried about Du He's military deployment this time.  Supporting, he immediately said: "Then the same goes for the child. If you defeat Tubo, it will be enough to complete the task. Why make this decision without permission? If something unexpected happens, you will be thankless for your efforts."

    "A woman's opinion" Li Shimin sneered at Queen Changsun's words, "This is what makes that boy different. The way he thinks about things is different from others, and his starting point is never to consider himself. Just like the Suzhou epidemic at the time  , he solved the treason case and retired with success. He could have come back happily to receive the reward, but instead he took the reward that had nothing to do with him.affairs, venturing deep into the epicenter of the epidemic.  Because he knew that once the epidemic became serious, it would destabilize the south and damage the foundation of the Tang Dynasty.  The same is true this time. Tubo has been pacified, and he has great achievements in hand. When he returns in triumph, he will receive the highest honor.  But he didn't. He knew in his heart that Nanzhao would confront us sooner or later. Instead of waiting for him to grow stronger, it would be better to strike first.  "After saying this, he glanced at Empress Changsun and said: "You are worried that the boy's assertion this time will be true. Just say it. I am not that confused and can't distinguish the truth.  "

    Queen Changsun said: "I dare not interfere with government affairs, but I also know that the wind will destroy the trees that are beautiful in the forest. He'er's achievements like this will inevitably attract some hostility."

    Li Shimin said nonchalantly: "As long as that boy doesn't show favor and is spoiled, and I'm here to support him, there's nothing to be afraid of."

    With these words, Queen Changsun was relieved.  Needless to say, Du He is his son-in-law, and he should take care of everything. This is human nature.  Empress Changsun is still very emotional, otherwise she would not have interceded for her half-brother Changsun Anye who participated in the rebellion and was punished.

    Li Shimin put the battle report aside and picked up another secret letter.

    When Li Shimin held the secret message in his hand, he felt strange. This kind of secret message from the Holy Father was usually a method used when something major and unspeakable happened.  Now that the battle is won, what happened to the secret letter?

    With doubts in mind, he opened the mud seal and took out the secret letter.

    When Li Shimin saw the contents of the secret message, he suddenly changed and shouted angrily: "Asshole"

    This change of Li Shimin shocked Queen Changsun.

    Empress Changsun said hurriedly: "Your Majesty, please calm down. Instead of letting your anger go irrational, it is better to calm down and deal with it." She did not ask what happened. She knew that there were some things that she was not allowed to interfere too much. Even though it concerned Du He, she was very worried.  care.

    Li Shimin's military talent is outstanding, and he knows full well how much harm a traitor who betrays intelligence can bring to an army.  Especially the secrets related to food, grass and baggage can subvert the three armies.

    It was because he knew the seriousness of the problem that Li Shimin was so angry.

    Queen Changsun¡¯s words made Li Shimin suppress his anger and gritted his teeth: "What the Queen said is that instead of getting angry, it is better to find out the thieves behind the scenes Queen, please rest first, I have important matters to deal with."

    Li Shimin left the Zhengdian Hall and ordered Wei Zheng to be summoned, as well as the three censors of Dali Temple, Zhongcheng and Dali Temple Qing.

    Censor Zhongcheng and Dali Temple Qing were the presidents of the Supreme Court of the Tang Dynasty, while Wei Zheng was recognized as the most upright and selfless minister in the Tang Dynasty.

    Li Shimin brought them here to ask them to do their best to thoroughly investigate the traitor.

    **********

    Chang¡¯an Longjing Tea House.

    Wu Meiniang and her confidant Shi Weigong gathered together to discuss secret matters.

    At this moment, Shi Weigong was acting like himself, not pretending to be Wu Yuanqing, and no one knew that the Wu Yuanqing who was chatting and spanking with Changsun Shunde was basically the same person.

    "So, Your Majesty already knows that someone is betraying Tang Army intelligence and is investigating?" Wu Meiniang tapped her fingers on the table, with a half-smile expression on her charming face.

    "Yes!" Shi Weigong's heart was beating wildly, but he didn't dare to look more. He lowered his head and said, "According to Mrs. Du's instructions, my subordinates have been keeping an eye on Lu Qiang's house. Last night, I saw with my own eyes that people from Dali Temple secretly led  I went to Lu Qiang¡¯s family to ask questions.¡±

    This is the power of Wu Meiniang. She could not be sure when Li Shimin knew the news about the traitor, and she did not dare to send people to stare at Dali Temple to investigate the movements of Dali Temple.  But she knew very clearly that once Li Shimin started investigating the matter, Lu Qiang's family would be the only breakthrough.  Just look at Lu Qiang's family and you can know everything immediately.

    Wu Meiniang said: "Now that the imperial court has launched an investigation, I believe that with the case-handling abilities of Dali Temple officials, Wu Yuanqing will be found soon. Then, following Wu Yuanqing's clues, we will find Changsun Shunde, Changsun Wujiit's you  It¡¯s time to come forward, everything is going according to plan, be sure to do it neatly.¡±

    Shi Weigong solemnly accepted the order.

    The next day, Shi Weigong disguised himself as Wu Yuanqing and ate wine and meat with his eldest grandson Shunde in the Yingbin Building, the most famous restaurant in Chang'an.  In the end, he got into a dispute with a drinker, which everyone knew about.

    Dali Temple¡¯s ability is not to be underestimated, after a night of surprise interrogation.

    How could Lu Qiang¡¯s family members who had never seen the world withstand the interrogation of such professional personnel from Dali Temple? In just one night, all eighteen generations of Lu Qiang¡¯s ancestors were interrogated.

    What kind of person does he usually interact with??No matter what kind of friends I have, I have been to the brothel several times, but I can't hide it.

    Lu Qiang is an insignificant small school, and the friends he associates with have certain limitations.  It is easy to discover the special existence of Wu Yuanqing.

    How could a small school be related to the former Duke of the country?

    Although the Duke of Guo has long been a thing of the past, he is not reduced to hanging out with a small school, drinking and talking.  What's more, the Duke of Guo also had conflicts with Du He.

    So, the people from Dali Temple asked Wu Meiniang to ask questions.

    Wu Meiniang is an "honest" girl and told the truth about Wu Yuanqing's bastard deeds.

    Several officials of Dali Temple were all literati, who valued filial piety above all else. When they heard Wu Yuanqing's unfaithful and unfilial behavior, they were all filled with indignation. They also heard that Du He had taught Wu Yuanqing a lesson, and they looked at each other: Wu Yuanqing and Du He had a grudge.  There is that motive for revenge.

    How could a former prince still have the power to collude with Tibet?

    Following Wu Yuanqing, Wei Zheng and the others set their sights on Changsun Shunde.
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