Chapter 7 Decision

Mother... Xue Chongxun's shout came from outside the car.At this time, Princess Taiping's large and gorgeous carriage stopped, and the armored guards around him also stopped the war horses and stopped beside the road.

Princess Taiping lifted the jewel-like curtain and saw her son standing alone on the street on a horse.

She looked at her son silently, but her expression was calm and solemn, without any trace, which was very different from the crying look in front of Li Dan. Except for her eyes a little red, she could no longer see Miduan.

Most of the time she cried in front of her brother, she felt a little fake, but she suddenly felt that feeling was good, except this time...

Being able to cry is actually a kind of relaxation and reliance, and you can feel spoiled.

Can she cry in front of others, in front of officials who depend on her?

Useless!

Li Dan should have spoiled her, otherwise how could he agree to her countless unreasonable requests before?

But once something core is involved, he can become so ruthless!

Taiping felt mixed feelings and couldn't say hesitated, after all, Brother Li Dan was indeed obedient to her.

This reminded Taiping of his mother. Wu Zetian loved her even more and Li Dan, but when political needs were needed, he killed Xue Shao without hesitation, leaving her with a few children to be fed.

I really don’t blame Wu Zetian, let alone Li Dan. Things in the world always have their own rules.

……

Xue Chongxun turned over from his horse and never left his mother for a moment. His eyes were so focused, as if only Taiping was left in his eyes.

Xue Chongxun's heart is indeed the only one, now, and he puts all his hopes on her.

Mother, what do you say today?Xue Chongxun asked.

Taiping said calmly: Come in the car and go home with your mother.

Xue Chongxun bowed and clasped his fists and said: Yes.After saying that, he handed the reins to a guard next to him. He bent over and got into the car after someone opened the wooden door of the car for him.

The luxurious four carriages started again, and the wide and large car really felt comfortable and steady.

Today, the emperor insists on passing the throne to Saburo.Princess Taiping said lightly, while observing Xue Chongxun's face.But Xue Chongxun just frowned and replied: Oh.

He originally wanted to continue to persuade his mother with great sincerity, but in the end he didn't say anything. He was always afraid that his mother's ears would be called out, so he was too lazy to say more, just sat silently and looked at her, waiting for her attitude.

The two of them looked at each other speechlessly. The carriage was very stable but still a little bumpy. Their bodies also swayed gently with the carriage. There was not much sound of oil applied to the wheels, but the heavy iron cavalry outside made the stone road brittle.

The expression on Princess Taiping's face was still solemn, with the momentum of a superior.So although she is Xue Chongxun's biological mother, Xue Chongxun always feels pressure in front of her, an invisible pressure.

Unexpectedly, she suddenly said with this expression: Chongxun, come and sit next to your mother.

He couldn't help but look up at Princess Taiping, but her face was still cold and cold...

He felt under a lot of pressure. Thinking about how he was in his twenties, he was still going to rub against his mother and acted coquettishly?

It would be better if it was an ordinary mother, but the key was that she was Princess Taiping, which made Xue Chongxun feel very different. There was glue on her butt, and she couldn't get up for a long time.

A trace of resentment flashed in Princess Taiping's eyes and said dejectedly: Are you working hard everywhere because you are afraid of Li Sanlang, and are afraid of implicating you when you are on the same boat with me?

Xue Chongxun didn't know why his mother said that, and thought in her heart that maybe she was hit by the emperor?

He hurriedly said: Who is the most reliable person in the world?Of course I am my parents. I no longer have a father, and my mother is my closest person.

At this moment, he felt Princess Taiping's loss and depression...

In fact, he didn't have a good impression of the cold family affection in the royal family, so he felt soft and forced himself to stand up and sit next to Princess Taiping.

Princess Taiping was moved when she heard his words and looked strange: Can you hug your mother?

Xue Chongxun: ... He felt a little frightened. Although she was her closest relative, she always felt that she was more majestic as the top.

Xue Chongxun's face turned pale, and he stared at her in a daze: the precious pearls and jade on the clouds shining, a straight and gorgeous face, with a somewhat similar shape to his own, a plump forehead, big eyes, and a high nose bridge...

Familiar but strange.

Xue Chongxun looked at Taiping uneasyly, raised his arms and hesitated for a moment, finally cheered up his courage and put his arms around her shoulders.

The palace lady was dressed in a smooth and slow-fitting skirt with her breasts half exposed. She was plump and had no trace of her shoulders. Xue Chongxun smelled a strange fragrance of spices and touched the soft silk on her hands, and couldn't tell what she felt.

Princess Taiping sighed quietly, and after a while, her shoulders trembled slightly, as if she was sobbing.

Xue Chongxun thought to himself: It seems that my mother trusts me, otherwise she would not have done so. In the past, she would never reveal her weakness in front of others.

After thinking about it, he hurriedly took the opportunity to persuade: Mother, don’t hesitate anymore, make a decision!My son is willing to rush to the front line and fight for his mother to the last drop of blood.

At this time, Princess Taiping suddenly pushed him away, took out a handkerchief from her sleeve, turned her head to wipe her tears.

After a moment, her face had regained its pressure and she said slowly: You are right. Instead of guessing whether others will attack, it is better to seize the opportunity yourself!

Xue Chongxun was overjoyed. Her mother was not the kind of person who changed her orders every day. Once she recognized something, her mind was very firm and stable. Such qualities were learned by long-term intervention in the government affairs, and she would not have been futile!

Compared to pinning his hopes on Emperor Li Dan, Xue Chongxun felt that his mother, Princess Taiping, was much more reliable.

He seemed to have seen the dawn, at least he had a glimmer of hope.

Trying to suppress the excitement in his heart, he frowned and said seriously: Now that he is determined, he may not be able to have the opportunity. It is more troublesome to do it.Fortunately, at least my mother has awakened... Li Sanlang has a few days to ascend to the throne, so we must be quick. If we can prepare before he officially ascends the throne and don’t give him any chance, that’s the best.

Princess Taiping said: I'm afraid there is not enough time. First, you need to contact important people to plan, and then everyone can prepare.

At this time, the convoy had already entered the princess's mansion and stopped before reaching the front hall. Princess Taiping said: Let's talk about it later.After saying that, he got up and got out of the car. Xue Chongxun hurriedly helped her with compliment.

From the front of the carriage to the threshold of the palace, there was a long silk covered with silk. Princess Taiping dragged her long skirt and walked from the silk. She was spotless and extremely noble.

An eunuch holding a whisk bowed and trotted over and said: Your Highness, seven ministers including Duke Dou, Duke Xiao, Duke Cui (Cui Xi) are waiting in the front hall, and are anxious to see Your Highness.

Princess Taiping said coldly: Take them to the Blessing Hall.

yes.The eunuch responded with great respect.

Xue Chongxun was still holding Princess Taiping, and she whispered: They must be talking about the prince's ascending the throne. You and I will go to the prayer hall.

Compared to the glamorous princess wearing bright silk satin and pearls and gems, the son Xue Chongxun is very old-fashioned. He is not wearing official uniforms and is wearing a cloth dress that he usually wears, and looks like a commoner. Because he is riding a horse and running around and his boots are covered with dust, he does not walk on the silk on the floor, but stands outside.

The Blessing Hall is built on a high platform. As soon as you go up the steps, there is an open hall. There are no walls on the left side of the palace, and only some large pillars are supported, making this palace like a huge balcony. Standing in the hall behind the left corner, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the princess's mansion.

Princess Taiping came here, and her broad vision could make people feel more open-minded.

After a while, a group of court officials came in and walked behind Princess Taiping, holding their fists and holding salutes.

Princess Taiping still turned her back to them and did not respond. Although this was a bit rude, they were used to it and did not care about it.

At this time, a minister said: Your Highness must have known about the matter in Linde Hall today, but the emperor did not intend to fully delegate power. When discussing the matter, the appointment and removal of officials above the third rank and the military and national affairs will still be decided by the emperor.

Taiping turned around and said coldly: Are you not worried that Saburo will get rid of you directly?

Everyone was shocked. So many important officials in the court had the power of the country, so they wanted to kill them all?That's too big!

But Xue Chongxun showed a gratifying expression and thought to himself: Mother finally woke up. People's hearts are not on our side. Even if he uses bloody means, he can still call to eliminate evil. The foundation of rule may not be shaken!

Grandmother Wu Zetian killed so many people but she never fell.

Perhaps Princess Taiping later realized in history that there would definitely be a conflict of force, but unfortunately it was too late to be defeated without any room for resistance, right?

This time I made up my mind in advance, would I have a chance?

Xue Chongxun dared not make up, and he only needed to wait until the result was clear. In the face of the general trend, he felt very stressed as a mortal.

At this time, Princess Taiping said coldly: I have a grudge with Li Sanlang. After he becomes emperor, I will definitely not be able to coexist, and sooner or later I will distinguish between the height and the shortage... Otherwise, you will all resign and return to your hometown, delegate power and avoid disasters and keep peace; and I am his aunt after all, as long as I no longer get involved in power, he will not have to deal with me again.Just like if Li Dalang (Li Chengqi) had to compete with Sanlang for the throne if he had held his eldest son, the two brothers would definitely turn against each other and replay the Xuanwu Sect incident. However, Li Dalang was humbly and gave in. Wouldn't their brothers be at peace with each other and have a harmonious relationship?

She continued sincerely: We can do this too, Saburo is justified, why should we fight with him to the death?What do you think?

Everyone looked at each other, not knowing whether she was sincere or slandering her words...

Resigning from office?

He finally became the prime minister and the highest position as a minister. He gave up and was willing to give up. Will Li Sanlang slowly settle the bill when he settled firmly?