Uncle Detective Di Renjie, I build a crime-solving team

Chapter 755 Secret Meeting

Half an hour later, the door of this dark room was finally opened.

A little light came in from outside, but it not only did not make the people inside feel relaxed, but instead added a sense of depression.

Those who can be invited here are basically people with status and identity among the current descendants of the Li family.

They are obviously in high positions, but even when they gather they can only stay in such a small place. Their indignation and dissatisfaction can be imagined.

The door was opened halfway, and a figure came in sideways from outside.

Even though everyone couldn't see the man's face clearly, they still knew clearly that the person coming in was the current Crown Prince, Li Xian.

"Meet the prince."

Everyone bowed their heads and bowed to Li Xian.

"Greetings to all the elders and brothers."

Li Xian also made some polite remarks, and finally got straight to the point:

"I asked you all to come here this time because I really have something important to tell you."

"Ever since Your Majesty usurped the throne, the living space for us, the descendants of the Li family, has become increasingly limited. Your Majesty even considered passing the throne to the descendants of the Wu family."

"I originally thought the Li dynasty was in imminent danger. Fortunately, after Your Majesty's massacre, an extraordinary talent emerged among our Li clan heirs."

"I believe you have already guessed this person's identity."

"He is none other than the late Duke Huang's eighth son, my cousin, Prince of Qin, Li Zezhou."

An old voice sounded:

"I do know Li Zezhou, the Prince of Qin. Actually, there is some connection between me and him."

"I heard that he went to Liuzhou to eradicate the Snake Spirit rebels and is now on his way back."

All the civil and military officials in the court were eagerly awaiting Li Cunxi's return.

It is reasonable for the old prince to know that Li Cunxi is heading to Luoyang.

Li Xian nodded and said calmly:

"That's right. Cunxi is my cousin. In this time of crisis, Cunxi's sudden rise is truly a blessing for the descendants of the Li family."

"I heard that Cunxi has found my other cousin, Li Wenzhong. This is even more exciting."

"According to a certain lord, His Majesty intends to have Li Wenzhong inherit his father's title of Duke Huang. This is a good thing."

Li Xian was talking a lot and said a lot of nonsense.

However, everyone also heard something wrong in Li Xian's words.

Sure enough, Li Xian changed the subject and said:

"These past few years, I've been terrified and unable to sleep well, fearing that Your Majesty would kill all the descendants of the Li family."

"Fortunately, there were ministers in the court who were loyal to the Li family and repeatedly helped them. There were also several great generals there, so we were able to prevent the destruction of our Li family lineage."

"As the Crown Prince, I have been walking on thin ice these past few years. If I am not careful, I could easily be deposed, and the throne would fall to someone else. I have come here today with only one purpose, and that is to hope that you will agree with my decision."

The old man's withered hands trembled slightly.

This man, who was considered a useless prince by the outside world, was obviously not really a useless person.

The reason he acted like a waste was just to save himself and the Li family's descendants.

Now that the prince feels tired, it is easy to imagine what he is going to do.

Just as Li Xian was about to speak, the old man suddenly said:

"Perhaps I understand your Highness's intentions."

"But Your Highness, don't forget that after Your Highness, there is still the Prince of Xiang."

"If Your Highness does not want to be the Crown Prince, then legally, the responsibility will fall on His Highness the Prince of Xiang."

"At worst, King Wu Chengsi of Wei and King Wu Sansi of Liang may also have this opportunity."

"Although the King of Qin is the head of all the kings, he cannot cross this hurdle unless he recognizes Your Majesty as his mother."

Li Xian had thought about this question.

But he was still prepared to do it.

Li Cunxi returned to the capital with the great achievement of defeating the snake spirit and killing Yuan Tiangang and Jin Mulan. To Wu Zetian herself, his significance was no less than that of Wang Xiaojie's victory in the battle of Dongxieshi Valley.

This is the spiritual and physical victory that Wu Zetian had always dreamed of!

If Wu Zetian took action at this moment, she might allow Li Cunxi to take a step forward because of the attitude of the Li family's descendants.

"Your Highness has forgotten that His Highness the Prince of Qin has only been in the court for a little over four years. Although many of the ministers in the court are attached to him, some may want to stop His Highness."

Another old voice sounded.

Li Xian looked over hurriedly, only to find that the other person's face was also shrouded in darkness.

However, even though Li Xian could not see the other person's face, he knew in his heart that the other person's identity was very unusual.

If he remembered correctly, the last time he saw him was five years ago, when he called him Third Grandpa.

The other party was a descendant of Taizu Li Hu, and his ancestor was the brother of Shizu Li Bing. By his generation, he was already an idle prince, and he had forgotten his specific name.

However, Li Xian had a deep impression of this man's brother. This man's eldest brother participated in the rebellion of King Li Zhen of Yue, and was later killed and his family was exiled.

"In my opinion, Your Highness, please be patient for a while. His Majesty is getting older. Before he passes away, our Majesty will definitely choose a suitable successor for the future generations of our two families."

Li Xian took a deep breath and said, "What if Your Majesty changes his mind at that time, or if someone else rises up in rebellion?"

"Your Highness has the Left and Right Imperial Guards at his side, and the Right Military Guards at his side. If a real fight breaks out, what is there to fear?"

"We are all citizens of the Tang Dynasty. Is this really okay?"

"Your Highness, please remember not to be soft-hearted. Furthermore, even if Your Highness wishes for a peaceful transition, some people may not necessarily grant your wishes."

Li Xian's eyes flickered, and no one knew what he was thinking.

He had waited years for this moment, but he didn't want to be told that it wasn't the right time yet.

Now that Li Cunxi has reached the point where he cannot be given any more titles, it is not the right time yet. So when will the time come?

"Your Highness, please give up this thought. It is extremely dangerous for us to gather here for no reason. If Your Majesty finds out, we will definitely be punished one by one in the future."

"Everyone, please disperse."

The old man's voice was steady. Although he was very old, he still had a lot of energy.

Li Xian pondered for a long time, and finally had no choice but to obey the other party and turned around to leave first.

After Li Xian left, the old man said:

"Your Highness's heart is evident to all, but I still do not believe that a man who climbed to this position by solving crimes can be a good Crown Prince."

"Furthermore, until today, this person has only done things to protect Wu Cairen's kingdom."

"It's hard to trust this man, old man."

"Li Bin, you've met him, right?"

Li Yan, who was named, sat up straight and bowed to the old man:

"Third Master, I have indeed seen this person."

The old man looked straight ahead and asked, "What kind of person is he?"

"He is devoted to the Li family. Even his name means 'hopeful'. He is always adept at solving cases and handling government affairs. He has been in charge of the government hall for over six months and has become very proficient in the job."

"Li Ai gave birth to a good son, seventeen years old... I will leave first."