Du Qi heard Li Yuan's words and said, "Now, Retired Emperor is actually speaking good words for the Emperor. Could it be that Retired Emperor no longer hates the Emperor's actions and has already forgotten the massacre at the Xuanwu gate in the past? "
Li Yuan said, "The past goes with the wind, how can one always remember it. After all, it is not appropriate to always indulge in the past. And as time passes, the memories of the past will also gradually fade away. Moreover, you also advised me at that time. If it really developed to the point of the Emperor's mutiny, I have an unshirkable responsibility. If I did not want to take care of both sides, it would not have developed to the point of the past. "
Du Qi said, "It is excellent that Retired Emperor can see past it. Speaking of which, I really do not blame His Majesty. The reason is very simple. When he was the Qin King, he could be considered my elder. It is just that when he became the Emperor, he is only the Emperor. He is no longer my elder. "
"Because the starting point of the Emperor's consideration is always the overall situation of the imperial court."
"The Emperor is lonely."
"It is not without reason that he is lonely. Therefore, when the Emperor handles matters, it is impossible to change his decision because of personal feelings, it is impossible to overrule public affairs because of personal feelings. This is the difference between Retired Emperor and His Majesty the Emperor. You are a more soft-hearted person, and also a more emotional person. "
Du Qi said, "You are not a qualified Emperor, but you are an elder that I will always respect."
"Hahaha …"
After Li Yuan heard, he suddenly laughed loudly.
His laughter was quite carefree.
It was not in vain that he treated Du Qi like this.
It was worth it!
After Li Yuan finished laughing, he said with a smile, "When I heard your words, I do not know if you are insulting me or praising me. Erlang, even though times have passed and circumstances have changed, this mouth of yours has never changed. "
Du Qi said, "Retired Emperor is too kind."
Du Qi admired Li Yuan. Therefore, Du Qi was happy to chat with Li Yuan about the past and reminisce about the past. The two drank wine and talked. And this scene fell into the eyes of Li Shimin and the others at the foot of the mountain. Each and every one of them was very nervous, worried about what the final situation would be.
Zhangsun Wuji suddenly said, "Your Majesty, do you think Du Qi will directly detain the Retired Emperor?"
"Fu Ji," Li Shimin said, "Du Qi is now Zhen's enemy. But We also know Du Qi. He wouldn't do such a tasteless thing. The most important thing is that Du Qi is extremely respectful to Imperial Father. Their relationship is very good. You're worrying for nothing. Just wait and see. "
Zhangsun Wuji smiled awkwardly.
Actually, he thought that Du Qi was messing around, because once Du Qi really detained Li Yuan, then the situation between the two sides would be completely irreconcilable. At that time, perhaps the Tang dynasty would spare no effort to destroy Du Qi's Xia Xia.
In Zhangsun Wuji's opinion, as long as the Tang dynasty was determined to fight, disregarding everything, and mobilizing all their forces, even if Du Qi's combat power was strong, he might not be able to resist.
Even if it was a war of attrition, they had to exhaust Du Qi to death.
However, Zhangsun Wuji only entertained such thoughts in his mind. He looked around and saw Wei Zheng, Li Jing, and the others. These people were very calm, and there was nothing to be nervous about.
Under everyone's expectations, the conversation between Li Yuan and Du Qi on the mountain continued. After Li Yuan reminisced about the past, he finally put down the wine bottle in his hand and said, "The wine has been drunk, and the words have been said. Let's get back to the main topic. It's time to talk about serious matters."
Du Qi said, "Retired Emperor, please speak."
Li Yuan said, "Du Erlang, this time the Battle of Guazhou has developed to this stage. You give me a background, what are your considerations?" Do you want to take down Guazhou and bite off a piece of meat from the Tang dynasty, or is it just to take revenge and wipe out hatred, to seek justice? "
Du Qi said, "Retired Emperor, I once told His Majesty that I won't offend people if they don't offend me. I still want to tell you this because I have my own feelings for the Tang dynasty, and I don't want to attack the Tang dynasty. So this time, I killed my way into Guazhou to ask the Tang dynasty to give me an explanation, that's all. "
After a pause, Du Qi continued, "From the beginning to the end, I have never dealt with the Tang dynasty. But Hou Junji sent troops to attack me the first time, and the second time, he sent people to assassinate me. Does the Tang dynasty think that I'm easy to bully? "
After hearing this, Li Yuan's heart calmed down a little.
Du Qi just wanted to seek justice, and this matter had room to be eased, and there was also room for discussion. What Li Yuan wanted to do this time was to protect Guazhou, in order to return Guazhou to the rule of the Tang dynasty.
On this basis, Li Yuan was pushing in this direction. Li Yuan said in a deep voice, "Erlang Du, you mean you can withdraw the troops. But you want the Tang dynasty to give you an explanation, right? "
Du Qi said with a smile, "Even the Retired Emperor came personally, how can I not withdraw the troops?"
Li Yuan stroked the beard under his chin and said, "Tell me, what are your conditions for withdrawing the troops?"
Du Qi said, "Retired Emperor, I have four conditions here."
Li Yuan said, "Let's hear it."
But Li Yuan's heart was beating like a drum. Du Qi opened his mouth with four conditions, this was somewhat unbearable, especially Li Yuan was also worried that Du Qi would ask for an exorbitant price.
Du Qi said, "This time, I won't put forward harsh conditions like last time, after all, the Retired Emperor personally interceded. Last time, I asked His Majesty to personally issue an imperial edict to apologize, it was a bit harsh. "
"This time, I won't beat around the bush."
"The first condition, Zhangsun Wuji must climb Niulan Mountain again and kneel in front of me to apologize. I've said before, if the Tang dynasty goes to war with my Xia Xia again, I won't let Zhangsun Wuji have an easy time. "
"This is the first condition."
Du Qi looked at Li Yuan and said, "Retired Emperor, do you agree to this condition?"
Li Yuan narrowed his eyes and said in a deep voice, "I agree to your first condition on behalf of the Emperor."
Li Yuan did not have a good impression of Zhangsun Wuji, in any case, he wanted Zhangsun Wuji to kneel and apologize. In particular, many of the things that the Emperor used to deal with Du Qi were proposed by Zhangsun Wuji. As Li Shimin's number one strategist, Zhangsun Wuji could not dissuade the Emperor, that was Zhangsun Wuji's fault.
Li Yuan took the opportunity and said, "What's the second condition?"
Du Qi continued, "The second condition is to open up Guazhou, allowing my Xia Xia's merchants to enter and exit, and not obstructing Xia Xia's merchants. Once, after the war between Xia Xia and the Tang dynasty, Guazhou often detained goods and blocked the entry and exit of merchants. Today, Guazhou is a border location that opens up a market, and both sides trade with each other. Furthermore, Xia Xia's merchants do not have to pay taxes in Guazhou, allowing Xia Xia's goods to enter and exit. "
After hearing this, Li Yuan frowned and said, "Erlang, I'm afraid this condition is a bit excessive. What I can guarantee is that the Tang dynasty can open up Guazhou, allowing Xia Xia's merchants to enter and exit, allowing Tang dynasty's merchants to enter and exit, and not obstructing merchants from both sides from doing business. However, it's definitely impossible to completely exempt Xia Xia's merchants from taxes. This is tantamount to losing power and humiliating the country. "
After a pause, Li Yuan continued, "Erlang, your condition can't be too harsh. Otherwise, this matter will not be easy to discuss. I hope you can understand. "
Du Qi gazed at Li Yuan's serious expression. To be honest, now that Li Yuan was not an official, he was light. After not being the Emperor, even though he had advanced in age, Li Yuan was instead even more wise and farsighted, revealing shrewdness everywhere.
Du Qi shook his head and said, "Retired Emperor, I took the initiative to withdraw from Guazhou and did not attack and occupy Guazhou. The Tang dynasty's face has been preserved. Just opening up the market and exempting Xia Xia's merchants from taxes will not have any impact. On the contrary, it can also promote business development. "
Li Yuan frowned, but immediately said, "Okay, I approve."
Pausing for a moment, Li Yuan continued, "Du Erlang, what's your third condition?"
Du Qi said, "My third condition is that last time, Hou Junji sent troops to attack me. This time, it was Hou Junji who sent soldiers to ambush and assassinate me. Although Hou Junji is dead, this matter cannot be let go. I don't ask the Emperor to kill Hou Junji's family, but I want them to be exiled to Lingnan and never return to Chang 'an. "
Hiss!
Li Yuan's expression changed slightly.
This condition was a bit ruthless, and even a bit murderous. However, Li Yuan was clear that this was exactly in line with Du Qi's nature. Du Qi had always been like this, a tooth for a tooth, a blood for blood. He was a person who would not wait for revenge.
Li Yuan was not at all surprised that Du Qi was targeting Hou Junji.
However, when it came to this matter, Li Yuan could not agree on behalf of Li Shimin. Therefore, Li Yuan said, "I want to tell the Emperor about this condition and ask the Emperor to make a decision."
Du Qi said, "No problem."
Li Yuan said, "What is your fourth condition?"
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