The Multiverse Starting from White Deer Plain

"That's all, you are originally from Zhongshu She, so it won't be a big deal if you are promoted to Zhongshu Ling. Google search to read"

"But I need to restrain my temper in the future."

Li Longji waved his hand and asked Xue Ne to step back. When only Bai Gui was left, he said something.

Bai Gui raised his eyebrows and breathed a sigh of relief.

If you are not afraid of the leader scolding you, you should be afraid of the leader smiling. Li Longji's implication is that he forgives Bai Gui for transgressing this time and just be more careful in the future.

"Powerful means? Sincerely?"

he thought.

After rewarding the generals, the morale of the army is stabilized.

Next, Li Longji ordered people to bring Tubo Zanpu Chide Zuzan and Princess Jincheng.

First, although Tubo Zampu is now a prisoner, he is still the master of a country and cannot be ignored. The second is that the Tubo Kingdom, which had not been solved in the past dynasties, was solved during his tenure. This was considered a glorious time for the Tang Dynasty and him. He also enjoyed this moment, among the three armies, in front of hundreds of officials, looking down from a high position and looking down at the people who once sat on his equal footing. of Tubo Zamp.

There is nothing more satisfying than this in life.

"My nephew Chide Zuzan has met the emperor's uncle."

Chidezu Zanzanpu, who was under house arrest, once again bound his face and held a jade, was escorted by the Tang army, and knelt down to worship Li Longji.

"Wish you all the best for your uncle, Emperor Fuwei... In addition, my nephew also agrees with my uncle's intention to come, and I will definitely make peace with you." - "Cefu Yuangui" Volume 981 (Foreign Affairs Ministry·Oath)

Princess Jincheng was the adopted daughter of Tang Zhongzong Li Xian. After marrying to Tubo, she was recognized as her biological daughter by Tang Ruizong Li Dan. Therefore, Chide Zuzan was not only the son-in-law of Tang Zhongzong Li Xian, but also the son-in-law of Tang Ruizong Li Dan. Son-in-law relationship. Li Longji is Chidezuzan's elder brother-in-law, also called uncle, so Chidezuzan considers himself Li Longji's nephew.

"Jincheng pays homage to the emperor."

Princess Jincheng was also taken off the carriage, but compared to Chide Zuzan who was under house arrest, she was in an excellent situation, and she was accompanied by a dowry maid.

After seeing Chi De Zuzan and Princess Jincheng, all the officials also whispered and pointed at Chi De Zuzan.

The scene of a country's king being reduced to a prisoner was rare to see in a hundred years. It was just a small country. The Tang Dynasty had destroyed many, but a big country like Tubo... When they met, it was a feast for their eyes.

"The nephew and the emperor's sister are exempt from the gift."

Li Longji smiled and helped the two of them.

"Chide Zuzan, since you know your mistakes, correct them and come all the way to pay tribute to Chang'an. I can't live up to the friendship between the Tang Dynasty and Tubo. You, Princess Jincheng, make you... the fifth-grade Prince Consort Captain." , I don’t know what to do?”

He pondered for a moment and said.

In the past, although the Tang Dynasty married princesses to Tubo, they did not know how to use Shang.

Therefore, Li Longji was polite to Chide Zuzan on the surface, but the humiliation behind his back was self-evident.

"Nephew..., no, I would like to thank Your Majesty for your kindness."

Chidezuzan's face was expressionless, and he was about to give a salute to express his thanks.

Now that his country is in ruins, it would be good if he can save his life. Most people can't even ask for a fifth-grade prince-in-law, and in the Tang Dynasty, the prime minister is only a third-grade.

But at this moment, Princess Jincheng standing next to him suddenly spoke.

"Brother Imperial, wait a moment..."

"I and Zanpu have always been at odds with each other in King Tubo's city. They have already intended to reconcile. Please allow me to do so."

Princess Jincheng bowed down.

"Nunnu..."

"you……"

Chide Zuzan's face suddenly turned red with anger, and he stared at Princess Jincheng fiercely, as if he wanted to choose her to devour.

Princess Jincheng’s name is Li Nunu.

Forget about the humiliation of losing his country, now it seems that he will face the hatred of taking away his wife again.

However, he glanced at the young general wearing bright light armor standing next to the emperor. The anger in his heart subsided instantly, and his clenched hands dropped weakly.

Facing Bai Gui, he couldn't even think of revenge.

In the war between Tubo and the Tang Dynasty, Bai Gui could not say that he was a god in his military use, but Tubo's sense of powerlessness always lingered in his heart, and his majestic troops directly crushed Tubo's millions of troops.

"this……"

Li Longji hesitated.

He also knew that Princess Jincheng did not want to marry Tubo Zampu. He had also heard the mourning when they entered the snow-covered plateau. It's just that the relationship between Princess Jincheng and him is not very close, and since they haven't seen each other in these years, there is no affection at all.

Although he intends to humiliate Tubo Zampu, if he reconciles with Li..., Tubo Zampu's remaining forces will definitely be a complete humiliation to Tubo Zampu. Princess Jincheng alone cannot make him make this determination.

"On the way, I also heard Tubo Zanpu once said... that I am not at odds with the princess, but I also want to make peace with her."

"Since Tubo Zanpu has this intention, in my opinion, it is better to agree to this matter to show that the Tang Dynasty is open-minded..."

Bai Guiqi calmed down and said smoothly.

"Between Bai Qing and Jincheng..."

Li Longji paused for a moment, glanced at Bai Gui and Princess Jincheng, and suddenly felt something clear in his heart.

Bai Gui was very strict in running the army and was not allowed to bring women into the camp. During the years of fighting against Tubo, I have been on the snowy plateau. After I defeated Tubo, I entered the royal city of Tubo and met the beautiful Princess Jincheng. Princess Jincheng and Bai Gui are fellow villagers... After reminiscing about the past, , men are talented and women are beautiful, it is normal for something to happen midway.

After three years in the army, a sow competes with Diao Chan!

What's more, she's a beautiful princess.

But at this point, Li Longji would not blame Bai Gui. If Bai Gui was just an ordinary "Captain Consort" who dared to do such a thing, eating from the bowl and looking at the pot, he would have punished him long ago. But who allowed Bai Gui to destroy the two countries? He had such great credit, and how many This princess has some personal relationships and works on several boats, so...it doesn't matter.

Isn’t it a waste of youth to be romantic?

"Zanpu actually has thoughts of reconciliation. I wonder if it is as Bai Qing said?"

"If you make false claims, I will support you and make your decision!"

"By the way, this time Prime Minister Tubo committed a very serious crime by obstructing the friendship between you and us... According to my will, Prime Minister Tubo was torn apart in his car and died as a warning to others. Tubo's officials deceived the emperor and ignored him. They are also guilty. , the Ministry of Punishment will impose a certain sentence..."

Li Longji glanced at Chide Zuzan and wrote lightly.

When Bai Gui saw Li Longji's appearance, he knew that Li Longji had misunderstood. However, it was difficult for him to explain this matter. If he said that he was moved by benevolence, I'm afraid others would not believe it.

"The little king... really wants to make peace with the princess, please grant your permission."

Chi De Zuzan's face suddenly turned pale and he said hurriedly.

Although he knew that Li Longji would not deal with him immediately like he dealt with Prime Minister Tubo. But his current performance determines whether he will die of illness a few years later or whether he will end his life in the future.

"Since you and Jincheng are at odds with each other, I agree to this matter and allow you to reconcile."

Li Longji said.

Tubo's country has been destroyed, and he no longer cares about Tubo's opinion.

It's just that... Princess Jincheng doesn't have enough weight for him to agree. Now that Bai Gui, the commander-in-chief who destroyed Tubo Kingdom, has spoken, what reason does he have for not agreeing.

…

The surrender ceremony and awards were completed one by one.

It was dark.

Bai Gui returned to the mansion.

The plaque of Linyi Marquis's Mansion has been replaced by Dai Guogong's Mansion.

The officials he met also called him Bai Xiang.

He took off his armor, hesitated for a moment, changed into civilian clothes, and rushed to Jinxian Temple with a group of soldiers.

After telling Princess Jinxian what happened today, he went to the palace late at night with Princess Jinxian to apologize to Li Longji.

Gritty!

Li Longji must have a grudge in his heart!

Even though Bai Gui is still in the emperor's heart, he definitely doesn't have the same favor as before. Therefore, going to the palace late at night to apologize was the second strategy Bai Gui made.

Influencing state affairs with private affairs!

This has been inevitable since ancient times.

The ruling class is cold-blooded, but the rulers are always human beings.

Although Bai Gui has been promoted to the position of Zhongshu Ling and the Prime Minister, the Prime Minister and the Prime Minister are not the same, especially for a prime minister like him who has just entered the political hall. If there are no party members, he is basically a mascot, what? Can't decide either.

In other words, Zhongshu Ling is the chief official of Zhongshu Province and does not directly manage the six ministries under Shangshu Province. Therefore, he seems to have great power, but in fact he has no real power. Only by controlling and influencing the six ministries can he be regarded as the prime minister with real power.

…

Imperial Palace, Qingning Palace.

Qingning Palace is the queen's bedroom.

"Your Majesty..."

"Princess Jinxian and Prime Minister Bai came to ask for an audience. Prime Minister Bai said... that he wanted to make amends to His Majesty!"

Gao Lishi walked to Li Longji and said.

After finishing speaking, he chuckled again and joked: "It seems that Prime Minister Bai knows His Majesty's intentions... But also, the prime minister of a country is such a great temptation for scholars. Prime Minister Bai has achieved the title of seal." Lang Juxu, Le Shi Yanran, this is the ultimate military commander, now he wants to be the ultimate civil servant..."

"He is already the number one scholar in both civil and military matters. Doesn't he want to be a saint?"

Li Longji frowned, still angry.

He has always regarded Bai Gui as his confidant, but today Bai Gui contradicted him and even joined forces with Xue Ne to attack him. The two Tang armies were the elite of the Tang Dynasty now..., so he had to bear this breath. Of course, this may also be a way of repaying Xue Ne's kindness. After all, Bai Gui is kind to Xue Ne. This is something everyone in the court knows. It is normal for Xue Ne to have such a reaction.

However, after waiting for the palace, the anger in his heart was still not eliminated, but it was difficult to get angry.

"Your Majesty wants to be the emperor for eternity, doesn't he still need a white prime minister?"

"Tonight, Prime Minister Bai came to the palace to apologize. It shows that he is still loyal to His Majesty in his heart. However, Prime Minister Bai is still a little younger and can't calm down. He is afraid that Your Majesty will no longer be of much use to him after you make him the acting Duke. That's why he expressed his gratitude to you like this. Your Majesty asks for reward..."

Queen Wang smiled and said.

She is a woman who knows how to repay kindness. If Bai Gui hadn't helped her get pregnant and give birth to a prince. How could her current position be so stable? The concubines in the harem came to pay their respects every day.

However, she came from a wealthy family and was very smart at heart. She knew how to persuade the emperor.

Her rhetoric said that Bai Gui couldn't hold his temper because he didn't believe that Li Longji was really such a virtuous person. He successfully transferred the conflict from Bai Gui and the emperor to Li Longji himself. Was it because he was not wise enough in his daily life and didn't know how to be kind to others? That's why Bai Gui did this.

It is definitely better to be impatient than to be scheming!

With the persuasion of Gao Lishi and Queen Wang, and Bai Gui's apology late at night, most of the grudges in Li Longji's heart were gone. He couldn't help but smile and said: "Bai Meihe, Bai Meihe... I am a person who stopped eating because of choking, so I can't work hard." You take so much trouble!"

"General Gao, please invite Bai Xiang and Jin Xian into the palace."

He said to Gao Lishi.

In fact, before today, he really wanted Bai Gui to close the door and thank guests, and be a rich man with peace of mind. As for when to let Bai Gui join the court as an official, it must at least wait until the border war breaks out, or wait until Bai Gui's influence declines before we can talk about it.

It's just that this "holy king" is definitely not willing to give in and reveal his dark thoughts. Now that Gao Lishi and Queen Wang said this, he thought about it and realized that it was the same reason, so he went down the slope to relieve his anger.

Bai Gui and Princess Jinxian entered the palace, bowed and took their seats.

"Bai Qing, you said you would go to the palace to apologize, but I don't see your sincerity. At least you have to go to the palace to apologize..."

Li Longji asked with a solemn expression.

"I have not made any mistakes in state affairs. Although it is okay to plead guilty, if hundreds of officials and people see it, I am afraid they will accuse Your Majesty of treating meritorious officials harshly."

"Therefore...for your Majesty's consideration, I have never suffered any defeat."

Bai Gui cupped his hands and replied calmly.

Princess Jinxian on the side also asked Li Longji, the royal brother, for mercy.

Li Long had basically lost most of his anger, and now his sister, Princess Jinxian, was begging for mercy. She walked down the steps and waved his hand, saying that he no longer cared about Bai Gui's crime of contradicting him.

Have a dinner party, drink together, enjoy singing and dancing.

When the banquet is over.

Li Longji thought for a while and said: "This time Bai Qing helped me destroy the Tubo Kingdom, and I gave you the title of Duke of Daiguo... I'm afraid the court will criticize you now. As the right minister, you will handle political affairs in the future... I'm afraid it will be very difficult. few……"

(Zhongshu Ling is the right prime minister, and Shi Zhong is the left prime minister.)

Dai Guogong, this title, not only Bai Gui knows its meaning, but all the officials also understand it.

No one who can be an official is a fool.

Now in the eyes of some people, Bai Gui has become the right prime minister, but he has definitely lost Li Longji's favor. This right prime minister's position will not last long. Officials don't say that they work against each other, but when it comes to handling political affairs, they will never go as they wish.

"What does your Majesty mean?"

Bai Gui said doubtfully.

This was partly the reason why he entered the palace late at night.

"This is simple..."

"If you sleep with me, all rumors will disappear."

When Li Longji saw Bai Gui being so "sincere", he couldn't help but feel a little guilty in his heart. At the same time, he also wanted to show that he was a wise king, so he said this.

On the other hand, it was his last act of temptation.

Above the Dragon Collapse, most of the men allowed to sleep together were the emperor's male favorites. But Bai Gui, the right prime minister, is obviously not. Then... we can only compare it to Director Wang during the Eastern Jin Dynasty, who sat on the same throne as Sima Rui.

"I don't dare!"

"Your Majesty, please don't say anything further!"

Bai Gui stood up in shock and waved his hands to refuse.

He doesn't have the hobby of sleeping with men like the three Shu Han brothers. Likewise, he has a clear heart, and he must not do things that are taboo.

The Tang Dynasty was relatively open, and it was not as serious as the palace bans of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

It's just that doing this has been criticized too much.

"Since Bai Qing refuses..."

"Then let this matter be over. I will give you thirty imperial mansions, and five thousand taels of gold and silver each, to stop the mouths of the world."

Seeing this, Li Longji nodded with satisfaction and said.